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Stockbridge High School

Stockbridge High School. Sophomore Advisement. SHS Guidance and Counseling Mission Statement.

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Stockbridge High School

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  1. Stockbridge High School Sophomore Advisement

  2. SHS Guidance and Counseling Mission Statement The mission of Stockbridge High School Guidance and Counseling is to help students succeed. We recognize that each student has the fundamental right of equal access to the knowledge and skill required to function successfully in a global society. Therefore, we designed a comprehensive guidance and counseling program that addresses, not only the academic needs of our students, but also environmental conditions such as poverty, unemployment, homelessness, and child abuse/neglect that affect a student’s ability to learn. SHS Guidance and Counseling focuses on the needs of the whole student by recognizing and responding to the social, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral challenges facing students and families. Students will have the opportunity to acquire educational and social competencies necessary for growth toward lifelong success in becoming productive citizens.

  3. SHS Guidance and Counseling Students are assigned to counselors according to last name: Counselor Last Name Dr. N. Hodge A-G Mrs. L. Graham H-O Mrs. O. Rush P-Z Counseling Secretary Mrs. M. Brown

  4. Graduation Requirements

  5. GHSGT/EOCT Students who enter grade 9 for the first time in SY2011 -2012 or after: • Must pass the GHSWT to be eligible for diploma • Are not required to take or pass GHSGT ( test not administered) • Are required to pass courses* associated with EOCT, with EOCT contributing 20% to course grade • Are not required to pass EOCT

  6. Credits How many credits do I need? 5 credits need to be earned by the start of the school for a student to be classified as sophomore 11 credits need to be earned by the start of the school year for a student to be classified as a junior 17 credits need to be earned by the start of the school year for a student to be classified as senior

  7. What if I fail a class? Failed courses can be recovered through several credit recovery opportunities: Henry County Online Georgia Virtual School Counselor approval is required to take online courses. If you do not earn 11.0 credits, then you will not promote to the 11th grade and are in danger of not graduating with your class.

  8. Honors/AP Points Honors level courses are offered in English, mathematics, science, social studies, and foreign languages. Honors courses are rigorous and challenging courses that prepare students for advanced coursework such as AP and dual enrollment. Grades for honors courses receive five additional numerical points. Advanced Placement (AP) courses are taught on the college level and students will be expected to complete an average of one or two hours a night of homework in addition to other classroom assignments before school, after school, and may include summer assignments. Students taking AP courses will be expected to take the AP exam for each AP course. Grades for AP courses receive ten additional numerical points.

  9. Numeric Average Henry County calculates numeric averages by adding up all grades in classes and dividing by the total number of classes taken. The numeric average is on a 100 point scale i.e. 87 out of 100. All grades are included in this calculation failed grades, summer grades, online grades…

  10. HOPE Scholarship • Eligible students receive financial assistance covering partial or full tuition • Qualifications - U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen - Legal resident of Georgia - Graduate of an eligible GA high school • Valid Social Security #

  11. HOPE GPA • A 3.0 GPA is required by averaging core coursework, including failing grades, on a 4.0 scale • Core Courses Conversion • English • Math • Science • Social Science • World Language • Honors points are removed and a 0.50 weighting is added back in for AP courses only, not to exceed 4.0 • Middle school credit is not calculated in the HOPE GPA All calculations are done by the Georgia Student Finance Commission

  12. HOPE Scholarship • Basic eligibility requirements: • Students graduating under the single diploma type must have a 3.0 GPA as calculated by GSFC. • The GPA calculation is the same calculation that was mandated in the HOPE changes in 2004. • Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA in college to maintain the HOPE Scholarship. • If a student falls below a 3.0 GPA in college, they may only regain the HOPE Scholarship one time. • A student that does not graduate from high school as a HOPE Scholar, can earn a 3.0 GPA in college and enter the HOPE Scholarship program at the 30, 60 or 90 semester hour check point or equivalent quarter hour check point. • The HOPE Scholarship will not pay for remedial or developmental courses.

  13. HOPE Scholarship The HOPE Scholarship will pay: • At an eligible postsecondary institution, a percentage amount of the standard tuition charges from the previous year. • At an eligible private postsecondary institution, a percentage amount of the HOPE award for private colleges. Award Amounts: • Payment amount for private colleges is $3,600 • Payment amount for public colleges and universities can be located on GAcollege411.org on the HOPE Program Changes page

  14. HOPE Scholarship Academic Rigor Requires that students graduating in 2015 and beyond must pass at least 2 courses from a list of academically rigorous courses in order to meet the requirements to be a HOPE Scholar upon high school graduation

  15. HOPE Scholarship Rigor Requirements • Advanced math, such as Advanced Algebra and Trigonometry, Math III, or an equivalent or higher course; • Advanced science, such as Chemistry, Physics, Biology II, or an equivalent or higher course; • Advanced placement courses in core subjects; • International baccalaureate courses in core subjects; • Courses taken at a unit of the University System of Georgia in core subjects where such courses are not remedial and developmental courses; or • Advanced foreign language courses. GSFC will be providing a list of classes to further define each category.

  16. Zell Miller Scholarship • Major premise of the program is that a student must meet all the requirements to be eligible for the HOPE Scholarship, plus: • Graduate from an eligible high school with a grade point average of at least a 3.7 as calculated by GSFC and having received a score of at least 1,200 combined critical reading score and math score on a single administration of the SAT or an ACT score of at least 26; or • Graduated from an eligible high school as the valedictorian or salutatorian

  17. Zell Miller Scholarship • A student must maintain a 3.3 grade point average in college to maintain the Zell Miller Scholar program. • If a student loses eligibility for the Zell Miller Scholar program for any reason, they may regain that eligibility one time. They remain eligible for the HOPE Scholarship provided the student’s GPA is still a 3.0 or above.

  18. HOPE Scholarship Apply for the HOPE - Complete starting January, senior year: Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) - www.fafsa.ed.gov Georgia Student Financial Aid Application System (GSFAPPS) - www.GAcollege411.org View your HOPE average Go to www.gacollege411.org and create an account. For Additional Information on HOPE Contact Georgia Student Finance Commission (GSFC) 770-724-9000 or www.gsfc.org

  19. Bridge Bill Activities • All 10th grade students will complete the following activities through GACollege411: • Review/adjust or create your Individual Graduation Plan • Take the College Credit Now Guideway, respond to questions and save your results in your GACollege411 portfolio. • These activities will be completed through your World History class at some point this year

  20. Research Colleges • Use the Internet • GAcollege411 www.gacollege411.org • www.collegeboard.com • Visit college websites and look at majors, admissions, and financial aid • Visit Colleges • Attend College Fairs

  21. College Admission Standards • GPA – Typically average in academic core on a 4.0 scale (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and World Language) • Course Selection (rigor; difficulty level) – Selective colleges are looking at the strength or rigor of your courses throughout high school, including your senior year. We highly recommend seniors take a minimum of 4 academics each semester- for highly selective colleges, a minimum of 5 each semester. • Test Scores (SAT and/or ACT) • Class Rank – Based on overall numeric weighted average • Extracurricular Activities – Leadership and participation in clubs, service and sports can be particularly important to competitive colleges • College Application Essays – Required essays on the college application are important because they demonstrate your writing ability and give the college more information about you. Please seek advice when writing an essay and make sure to proofread for errors • Letters of Recommendation – Request teacher recommendation two weeks before needed and counselor recommendation at least two weeks prior to the school’s deadline • Resumes – Contains academic info., honors & awards, extracurricular activities, work/volunteer experience, etc. • Interviews

  22. College Entrance Exams SAT I College admission test that measures students’ mathematical ability, critical reading knowledge, and writing skill. SAT Subject Tests One-hour tests offered in subjects such as English, foreign language, science, history, and mathematics. Some colleges require the SAT II test(s) & students should check with each college to determine whether it is necessary to take the SAT II(s). American College Testing Program (ACT) College admission test which measures aptitude and skill in English, math, reading, natural sciences, and writing. Test Registration • SAT www.collegeboard.com • ACT www.act.org • High School Code 112830

  23. Dual Enrollment/Move On When Ready (MOWR) • Tuition is paid through local system funds. Additional expenses may be covered • Students can live on campus or commute but are responsible for these expenses • All high school End of Course Tests and Georgia High School Graduation Testing requirements must be met • Classes do not count against the HOPE Scholarship or Grant hours

  24. NCAA Clearinghouse If you are planning on participating in intercollegiate athletics at an NCAA Division I or II institution you must register with the NCAA Initial Eligibility Clearinghouse • Access the registration materials by visiting the NCAA website www.ncaaclearinghouse.net • When taking the SAT/ACT, enter 9999 for scores to be sent to NCAA • Students and parents are responsible for determining NCAA eligibility to Division I and Division II schools • Counselor’s are neither responsible nor allowed to determine eligibility

  25. How to Achieve Success • Be organized • Complete homework daily • Make studying a priority • Attend tutoring • Every grade counts, colleges looks at every grade from each semester

  26. How and When to See a Counselor To see your counselor, please stop by the office to fill out an appointment request slip. A counselor will send for you within 48 hours Reasons to see a counselor: • Struggling Academically • Questions about college/career planning • Questions about four year plan for graduation • Guidance on dealing with academic issues • Guidance on dealing with personal issues • Just want to meet your counselor!!!!

  27. Questions

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