TWHS Class of 2022

1. TWHS Class of 2022

2. State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) End-of-Course (EOC) Exams

3. End of Course Exam Testing Dates • English 1 EOC-April 9th • Algebra 1 and Biology EOC May 6th and May 7th

4. Counselors – 9th Grade • Vicky Woods (A – GO ) • Kelly Stewart (GP – O) • Julie Crain (P – Z)

5. Keys to Success • Involvement – Student & Parent • Time Management • Organization • Study Skills • Communication • Goal Setting • Course Selection • Good Attendance

6. ATTENDANCE LAWS • State law requires that all students be in attendance in all courses at least 90% of the time school is in session in a semester.   • When student attendance falls below 90% state law requires that parents and students be notified in writing regardless of the reasons for the absences. • Students may not be awarded credit in courses where attendance is below 90% unless action is taken

7. Students should attend school every day and avoid missing school for unexcused reasons • Parents must report student absences within 48 hours for consideration of excused absences.  After 48 hours, absences will be coded as unexcused and will not be reversed. • Ten unexcused absences will result in a referral to the county court for potential prosecution for failure to attend school.

8. GPA Guidelines for Classes A student’s Grade Point Average (GPA) is computed by adding high school grade points (awarded on the basis of the final numerical average at the end of each semester) and dividing by the number of semesters involved. Fall Semester GPA Based on Fall Semester Grade: Fall Semester Grade = 42.5% (1st 9-week Grade) + 42.5% (2nd 9-week Grade) + 15% (Midterm Exam) Spring Semester GPA Based on Spring Semester Grade: Spring Semester Grade = 42.5% (3rd 9-week Grade) + 42.5% (4th 9-week Grade) + 15% (Final Exam)

9. Class Rank Class of 2018 GPA Range Top 10%= 5.44-4.76 Top 25%= 5.44-4.34 Top 50%= 5.44-3.78 Class rank is determined by Official GPA #1 in class of 2018 graduated with a GPA of 5.44 1064 kids in the Class of 2018 The Class of 2022 will not calculate and rank students until the Fall of their Sophomore Year. Notification will be sent through Student Naviance.

10. CANVAS ‘Dashboard’ shows all your students’ classes (if you have multiple children, they’ll be mixed in) 12th grade 7th grade

11. Goals for….. Freshman Year WORK ON STUDY HABITS! • Create a good study area with everything you need (for example, a calculator). If you don't have a quiet place at home, try your school or local library. • Make a list of everything you need to do, and note all deadlines. Do the more difficult assignments first, so you don't have to face them at the end. • Even if you don't have homework every night, use the time to review notes. If sitting down to work is part of your normal routine, you'll approach it with less dread. Also, you'll become a pro at using time productively.

12. If you have a study period or a long bus ride, use the time to review notes, prepare for an upcoming class or start your homework. We also have study hall during Advisory twice a week. • Get together with friends and classmates to quiz each other, compare notes and predict test questions. Consider joining a study group.

13. Know how much weight each assignment or test carries, and use your time accordingly. • Keep your mind from wandering by taking notes, underlining sections, discussing topics with others or relating your homework to something you're studying in another class. • People process information in different ways. Some people like to draw pictures or charts to digest information, others prefer to read out loud or make detailed outlines. Try to find the methods that work best for you. Ask your teacher for recommendations if you're having trouble.

14. GET INVOLVED! • Get involved in the school and/or community. Extracurricular activities, volunteering and community service can start now! (They can log their hours in Naviance). VISIT THE COLLEGE BOARD WEBSITE! Site Topics include: • Emails and texts with college info, advice and reminders • Planning for College • Parent Webinars • Learning about Financial Aid • Frequently Asked Questions

15. Fast Facts from College Board…. Extracurricular activities include any activity your child’s involved in that isn’t directly related to their coursework. Colleges look at a student's activities for signs of leadership, initiative, a willingness to take risks, etc. Colleges also want to know about students' internships, volunteer work, or part-time jobs. A student's level of involvement is more important than how many activities they participate in. Make sure your child doesn’t overextend themselves.

16. Goals for…..

18. Sophomore Year • Attend Conroe ISD College Fair in October • Update Resume in Naviance Student Junior Year • Attend Conroe ISD College Fair in October • Participate in monthly activities (students and parents as part of College planning for Juniors) • Begin College visits in the spring (students get 2 excused abs) • Take SAT and ACT • Update Resume in Naviance Student Senior Year • Attend FAFSA and Scholarship meetings • Participate in College Representative Meetings • Use College and Career Center Weekly • Update Resume in Naviance Student

19. GPA exemptions (Junior/Senior year) Students may exempt up to two credits during their high school career. Students are limited to one credit ofexemption during their junior year. If a student does not take any courses as GPA exempt during their junior year, they may take up to two credits exempt during their senior year. 11th- 1 class 12th – 1 class OR 12th 2-classes

20. Post Secondary Options 4 Year College 2 Year College Military Work Force

21. Factors in College Admissions • GPA • Curriculum • Admissions Test (SAT, ACT) • Essay • Teacher Recommendations • Counselor Recommendations • Interview • Work/Activities/Interests

22. Admission Tests PSAT • Warm up for the SAT • Qualifying instrument for Juniors in National Merit Scholarship Competition • All sophomores and juniors will take the PSAT • Receive feedback on strengths and weaknesses on skills necessary for college study

23. NCAA and NAIA Clearinghouse • If you plan on playing sports in college, you must register with NCAA and NAIA Clearinghouses if it is Division I and II sports. This should be done junior year. • Register on www.eligibilitycenter.org or http://www.playnaia.org • Eligibility is determined by SAT/ACT scores and by GPA in certain core classes. • SAT/ACT scores must be sent to the NCAA and/or NAIA as well as any colleges you plan on attending. Be sure they select the colleges they want to receive their scores. • Students can not take online courses if they are interested in division level sports!

24. Post Secondary College Options • In State • Private • Four Year • Out of State • Public • Two Year

25. Class of 2018 69% attended four - year colleges 24% attended two – year colleges 1.5% pursued the military 4% entered the workforce

26. Automatic Admits Under Texas House Bill 588, a student is eligible for automatic admission if they: • Graduate in top 10% of their high school class and submit an application by the institution’s deadline. UT Austin – automatic admissions Fall 2018 applicants – Top 7% Fall 2019 applicants – Top 6%

27. Go the The Woodlands High School Webpage Scroll down to Counseling Portal to get to the link for Naviance Student (formerly Family Connection) OUR COLLEGE AND CAREER GUIDANCE TOOLNaviance Student In September 2018 students will complete the “Do What You Are” survey in Student Naviance with the counselor. We encourage you to review this report with your child!

28. Report gives your student their: • Personality Type • Strengths and Blindspots • College Satisfiers • Career Satisfiers • Preferred Learning Style

29. We update your student’s four year plan every year to reflect available courses that are offered each year. It is a fluid document that will be reviewed and updated yearly.

30. Coming up…..Advanced Placement Parent Meeting If your student is currently enrolled in AP Human Geography, AP Spanish IV, and/or AP Computer Science Principles please plan on attending… • The AP Parent Meeting • September 24, 2018, at 6:30 PM • Senior Campus Auditorium Our school district is in a pilot program with CollegeBoardand there are many changes in the process including test ordering procedures, deadlines, and payments.

31. Questions • Contact us …… • A – GO Vicky Woods vwoodshinkle@conroeisd.net • GP – O Kelly Stewart kstewart@conroeisd.net • P – Z Julie Crain jcrain@conroeisd.net

32. PRESENTED BYTHE WOODLANDS HIGH SCHOOL NINTH GRADE CAMPUSCOUNSELORS Thank you for your attendance. Have a great school year!