Go Chargers ! ! !

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CLASS OF 2017

• Go Chargers ! ! !

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Counselors

• Mrs. Rodriguez (A-CI)
• Mrs. Gonzales (CL-GL)
• Mr. Sampson (GO LAT)
• Mr. Cardenas (LAV OH) ESL L Z
• Ms. Garcia ( OL PUE) AVID
• Mrs. PattersonLopez (PULSOL) ESL AK
• Mrs. Dimaline (SOM Z)
• Mrs. Fox - STAN

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How can my counselor help me?

• College/ career planning
• Academic and personal decision making
• Support

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Graduation Requirements4 x 4

• English 4.0 Health .5
• Math 4.0 Fine Arts 1.0
• Science 4.0 Foreign Lang 2.0
• Social Studies 4.0 (DAP 3.0)
• Speech .5 Electives 5.0
• PE 1.0

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Promotion Policy

• 11th Grade
• Students must have 12.0 total credits to be
  promoted
• 12th Grade
• Students must have 19.0 total credits or have all
  necessary courses needed for graduation on their
  schedule

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RANK IN CLASS

• Required graduation courses, up to a maximum of
  26 credits, taken in grades 9 to 12 through the
  end of the 7th semester will be used to calculate
  class rank.
• Elective courses that produce the highest
  weighted grade will be used to calculate rank.
• Class rank will be based upon a weighted grade
  average

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Weighted Grade Averages

• WGA are determined by multiplying each semester
  grade of a ranked course by a rank factor and
  computing an average.
• Course Level
• AP, GT/AP, and Dual Credit AP 1.29
• Pre AP, Honors, Dual Credit non-AP 1.15
• Regular -1.0
• The WGA determines rank in class.

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HONOR GRADUATES

• Students achieving high standards of academic
  excellence shall be recognized at the graduation
  ceremony as honor graduates based on the
  following criteria
• Completion of the RHSP or the DAP
• Everything completed through the end of the 1st
  semester of your senior year.
• Overall Weighted grade average of a 90 or above

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HONOR GRADUATE DESIGNATIONS

• Summa Cum Laude 100
• Magna Cum Laude 95 -99
• Cum Laude 90 -94

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COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES

• Take AP classes and AP tests at the end of the
  year to earn college credit
• Take dual credit classes (watch for details
  beginning December 2014 and need to apply by
  early spring for next school year)

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Dual Credit

• US History-AP
• College Algebra
• English 4 AP
• Advanced Theatre
• Need the following Dual Credit packet, forms,
  TSI testing
• http//www.neisd.net/churchill

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What is Kuder?

• Kuder is a comprehensive internet-based
  educational and career planning solution for
  students
• Assess interest, skills, and work values
• Create educational plans
• Search and compare colleges
• Search and compare careers
• Explore occupational information
• Develop resumes

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Kuder

• Registration
• Go to http//www.txkuder.com
• Select New User from Login Area
• Select Student, choose grade level
• Click Continue to create your account
• Create User Name and Password
• Use chargers as Password
• Enter N code N3825299EYA
• Check I have read and agree to terms and
  conditions of use
• Click Register to complete process
• Choose Take an Assessment

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Student Clubs and OrganizationsGet Involved !

• Honor Societies
• Spirit Groups
• World Languages
• Community Service
• Fine Arts
• Student Government
• There are many groups/organizations to choose from

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SAT Prep

• Trinity 999-7601
• Princeton Review
• Kaplan
• The Tutoring Group 250-1195
• Jewish Community Center 287-1898
• NEISD Community Education
• Huntington Learning Center

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Café College

• College Admission Assistance
• Financial Aid Guidance
• Career Exploration
• College Applications
• Workshops and One-on-One Advising
• SAT ACT Prep
• Free Wi-Fi
• www.cafecollege.org
• Phone [phone]
• info_at_saedpartnership.org

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Go Center

• SAEP representative is available every Tuesday
  and Thursday from 800 am- 400 pm
• Assists in college planning
• College Reps visit
• College Research
• Scholarship Research

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Building a High School Resume

• Go to our website www.neisd.net/churchill
• Click on Academics
• Click on Guidance
• Click on High School Resume Template

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Resume Tips

• Make it easy to read
• Use a chronological format
• List school related and non school related
  activities and leadership positions
• Include awards, honors, GPA, class rank, SAT/ACT
  scores
• Brag about yourself!

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COLLEGE NIGHT 2014

• WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5
• 600 PM 800 PM
• BLOSSOM ATHLETIC CENTER
• Meet representatives from over 100 colleges and
  universities.
• Ask questions about college admission, programs,
  majors, housing, etc.

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10th Grade Checklist

• Look at various college requirements
• Plan for using summer wisely
• Research majors/ careers
• Keep up grades
• Continue list of activities, honors, etc.

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Stay Informed Get Connected

• Remind 101
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  Counseling Office!
• Enter 210-348-3806
• Message _at_jdimaline

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Thank You!