GRESHAM HIGH SCHOOL

JUNIOR

FORECASTING

2011

WELCOME!It’s time to forecast and

choose your classes for next year.

Here are the steps you will follow…

Forecasting: Step by Step

1. Use Course Planning Guide

2. Discuss with parents, teachers, others

3. Fill in forecast sheet

4. Get signatures

5. Meet with counselor as needed

6. Turn in form to teacher by due date

Graduation RequirementsClass of 2012

• Language Arts 4.00• Social Studies 3.00• Math 3.00 • Science 3.00• World Language 1.00• Physical Ed 1.00• Health 1.00• Fine Arts/Tech *2.00• Electives

7.00

Total Required: 25

*.50 credit must be earned in Technology. May include arts, World Language, or computer tech.

How many classes can I take?

• Freshmen and Sophomores = 7 classes • Juniors = 6 classes minimum• Seniors= 5 classes minimum

Remember:

• Honor Roll requires 6 graded classes. (Any class taken for Pass/No Pass credit will not count. Examples: Aide, Credit by Proficiency, etc.)

• Athletics requires

passing 5 classes & being

on track to graduate

Additional Requirements:See following screens for details

• Academic Portfolio

• Four Year Plan

• 2 CRLEs (Career Related Learning Experiences)

• Passing score on OAKS* for reading

(*or equivalent test such as SAT)Don’t procrastinate!

Academic Portfolio

Your portfolio is a collection of State test scores, CRLES, and work samples in:

• Math• Writing• Speaking • Science

My Four Year Plan

Each student is required to have a four year plan.

• Created in Bridges classes.

• Updated as needed with Counselor.

• Used to guide Forecasting.

Career Related Learning

Experiences --- CRLEsCRLEs connect learning with the world beyond the classroom.

• Two CRLES required.• Fill out CRLE forms.• Bring completed forms to Ms. Cooke in the College & Career Center.

College Entrance Requirements

Beyond GHS graduation requirements, Oregon universities require:

• Mathematics--3 credits (Algebra 2 or higher)• World Language—2 credits in same language• Additional Science is also highly recommended• 16 academic credits in core subject areas

• “C” average for core courses

Additional College Requirements

Grade point averages—• 3.40 for U of O• 3.00 for OSU, EOU,

PSU and OIT• 2.75 for WOU and SOU

Universities also require ACT/SAT test scores.The tests now include a 30 minute writing section.

Other Ways to Earn Credit

As you forecast,

consider…

College & Career Center

• Cadet Teaching – Work in schools for credit

• Internship – Job Shadow for credit

• Work Experience – Get credit for job in your career area

• Community Service – Volunteer your time and earn credit

College & Career Center

See Kendra Maddox for information about colleges, job opportunities, careers and scholarships.

See Pat Gray for information about Internships, Community Service, Work Experience, Cadet Teaching and CAS.

Extended Studies

• Students may earn a maximum of 1.0 credit

through self-designed learning experiences beyond the classroom.

• For more information, see Mr. Lindblad.

International Baccalaureate(IB)

Most advanced course of study in six different subject areas

Choices:• Earn full IB diploma• Earn subject area certificates• Take an individual class

Note: Any student may take an IB class.

If questions, see Pat Gray or your counselor

Be aware…

There will be no level changes in IB courses.

Students in IB courses are expected to remain

in their chosen classes all year.

Choose carefully.

International Baccalaureate Full Diploma Requirements

Junior Year:• IB Junior Honors English*• History of the Americas*• IB Biology SL (or IB Art Design)*• IB Mathematics (or Algebra 2)• World Language-3rd year• Theory of Knowledge—one semester• Group 6 Elective: Choose IB Physics, ITGS, IB Music, IB

Anthropology, IB Chemistry, or IB Art

*HL = Higher level / 3 required

International Baccaulaureate Full Diploma Requirements

Senior Year:• IB Senior Honors English*• IB 20th Century World History*• IB Biology HL (or IB Art Design HL)*• IB Mathematics (if not taken Junior year)• World Language- 4th year • Theory of Knowledge-one semester• Group 6 Elective: IB Physics, ITGS, IB Music, IB

Anthropology, IB Chemistry or IB Art (if not taken Junior year)

Center for Advanced Learning--CAL

CAL offers advanced courses in 5 technology-based fields:

• Digital Media (graphics & video)

• Programming & Networking

• Medical/Dental

• Engineering

• Manufacturing

Center for Advanced Learning--CAL

• Students apply and are accepted based on grades & interests.

• Students are at CAL every other day• English is taken at CAL.• Math, Social Studies & other electives are

taken at GHS.

• For more info, see your counselor or Susan Fields.

A.C. E. Academy

ACE stands for Architecture,

Construction

and Engineering.

• Students apply and are accepted based on grades & interests.

• Students are at ACE every other day

Learning at A.C.E.

Each student will experience hands-on projects in the “design and build industry.”

Students can earn entry into advanced and apprenticeship training programs.

A.C.E.

Each year a student can earn: • 1.0 credit for English • .50 credit each for math and science• 2.0 elective credits in Career/Technical• Additional credits are available.

• For more info, see your counselor or Susan Fields.

Remember:

To make up credits:

SUN Program/Night School/Summer School

See your counselor for more information

Aides:• One period per semester• Requires teacher’s signature• Cannot aide during teacher’s prep time

Forecast Process1. Receive forecast sheet from teacher2. Fill in personal information3. Select required classes4. Select electives 5. Get signatures as needed6. Return to teacher by due date7. Input classes online.

Expect Seven!

Be prepared for a significant change in scheduling options. Due to budget cuts and fewer teachers, expect to take seven classes next year.

There is a special place on the top right of the form which allows you to request an 8th class, but expect seven.

Forecast Sheet

1. Forecast forms are passed out.

2. Fill in personal data (Include ID#)

3. Put in Due Date

4. Indicate your counselor (see next screen)

5. Mark required courses

6. Choose electives

Counselors

• A – B and ELL: Armando Gonzales

• C – Go: Laura Blaser

• Gr – Ma: Scott Lipner

• Mc – Sa: Susan Fields

• Sc -Z: Re’nice Siefer

Forecast Sheet – Front Side

After you have completed the personal data section, mark choices with an “X”

• Choose required classes (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, etc.)

• Seniors add Health (one semester)

• Get signatures of teachers as indicated.

• Include parent signature

Senior English :

Step 1. Choose either IB/Honors English for the entire year OR choose 2 semesters of regular English.

Step 2. If you choose IB/Honors, you need English teacher’s signature.

Math

• Choice of class requires teacher’s signature.

• If you fail either semester, you must discuss with teacher. You need a plan to catch up!

• Math Labs are offered in Algebra I and Geometry. Get extra help and earn credit!

Math Sequence• Check the Course Planning Guide to

ensure the right choice of class.

Flow chart Example #1:• Algebra I (9th)• Geometry (10th)• Algebra 1.5 or Algebra 2(11th)• IB Math (12th)

Flow Chart Example #2:•Geometry (9th)•Algebra II (10th)• IB Math (11th)•Calculus (12th)

Social Studies

Choose either IB 20th Century World History or Global Perspectives.

Get teacher’s signature if you choose IB.

Forecasting Sheet – Page TwoElectives

• Mark choices with an “X”

• Select a minimum of 3 alternates

Mark with an “A”

• Get signatures if course has black diamond

Electives

How many electives to take?

1. Decide total number of credits you want/need.

2. Count credits for required courses.

3. Make up the difference with electives.

Electives -- Example• Student selects 7 credits.

• Required courses include English, Math, and Social Studies. This equals 3 credits.

• Student will take 4 credits of electives.

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Alert!

• Talk with parents, teachers and counselor before choosing your classes.

• Choose very carefully. Schedule changes will be almost impossible.

• IB courses will not be changed.

People to Know!

• Your counselor

• Kendra Maddox, Scholarships• Barbara Cooke, Academic Portfolio/CRLEs

• Carol Sweere, Registrar (to order transcripts)

• Pat Gray, IB & Work Experience

What’s next?

1. Complete forecast sheet with choices & signatures.

2. Turn in form to teacher by due date.

3. Input choices online.

4. Be sure your computer choices are all marked on the forecast sheet. These MUST match.

Your counselor looks forward to meeting with

you!