Junior Parent NightOctober 21, 2019
Dr. Adrian PetersonMrs. Brittany Davidson
DECISIONSHOW TO BEGIN
MAKING CHOICES
Counselors
Mr. Faulconer – A ‐ C
Mrs. Davidson – D – H
Mrs. Gonzalez – I – Mi
Mrs. Mason – Mo – R
Dr. Peterson – S – Z
Mrs. Blackmon – 9th Grade Academy
Preparing for the future takes time, patience, and diligence.
Parents are an important component in helping their students make choices.
PROCRASTINATION IS A
SENIOR’S WORST ENEMY.
FAILING TOPLAN IS THEIR
2ND WORSTENEMY
Units Required
•English/Language Arts 4•Mathematics 4•Science 4•Social Studies 3•Technical/Fine Arts and/or Foreign Language Classes 3
•Health and Physical Education 1•Electives 4
TOTAL UNITS (Minimum) 23
Graduation Requirements
– Excerpts from Junior Contract:
– If a student is missing a required course for graduation, the student cannotparticipate in the graduation ceremony and …
– A July graduation ceremony is available to students that attend a GCPS summer school and complete their graduation requirements.
– If you choose to complete your requirements through any non‐GCPS program, you cannot participate in the July graduation ceremony.
– If a student failed a required test but has completed all other graduation requirements, the student can participate in the graduation ceremony and will receive a High School Certificate in place of a the High School Diploma. The diploma is awarded upon successful completion of all required tests.
Senior Year Class Selection
– Language Arts – Senior British Literature (CP and Honors levels)
– AP Lit
– Dual Enrollment English 1101 and English 1102 on campus at MVHS
– Social Studies
– Economics (CP and Honors)
– Political Systems (CP and Honors)
– AP Macroeconomics
– AP Government
Senior Year Math Selection
– Pre‐Cal
– Statistical Reasoning
– College Readiness Math
– AP Cal AB
– AP Cal BC
– AP Statistics
– Distance Math Dual Enrollment GA Tech
– Dual Enrollment College Algebra/College Statistics
Senior Year Science Selection
– Anatomy and Physiology
– Astronomy – Computer Science– Environmental Science – Food for Life – Forensic Science –Microbiology
– Physics (CP and Honors) – AP Biology – AP Environmental Science
– AP Physics A – AP Physics C
Senior Year Class Selection
– Dual Enrollment
–Work Based Learning
–Quest Internship
– Peer Leadership (Application and Interview)
–Maxwell High School
–Grayson Tech High School
Registration Starts in January
Dual EnrollmentOptions for Seniors
Meeting November 11th at 6:00 PM
–Off Campus
– GGC, UNG, Gwinnett Tech, etc.
– SAT/ACT
– 80% cumulative GPA
– Juniors/Seniors
– More course options
– College environment
–On Campus
– Gwinnett Tech/MVHS
– Accuplacer, SAT/ACT
– Juniors/Seniors
– English, Math, Psych, Abnormal Psychology Business Mgmt, Sociology.
– HS environment
Maxwell/Grayson
– Juniors and seniors from any GCPS high school may attend.
– Students must have at least 8 units of credit during Winter Registration to submit an application.
– Students must meet junior requirements (11 credits) by August 1 to be enrolled.
– Transportation provided– Open House: TBD
770‐963‐6838www.maxwellhigh.com
– Juniors and seniors from any GCPS high school may attend.
– Students must have at least 8 units of credit during Winter Registration to submit an application.
– Students must meet junior requirements (11 credits) by August 1 to be enrolled.
– Transportation is not provided
– Open House: October 24 5‐7pm
770‐554‐7082
www.graysontech.org
Maxwell Grayson
Quest Internship
– Only for Gifted Students
– GCPS will help the student find an internship for based on their interests.
– Students will leave campus during 7th period therefore students must have transportation to internship. Amazing opportunity for Gifted Students.Program Leader: Jake Head [email protected]
Work-Based Learning
– Learn on the job and make money!
Junior Year
*Complete your junior credit evaluation with your counselor.
*Register to take the SAT/ACT
*Research careers online or by talking to your counselor, teachers, parents, and professionals in the community.
*Request and review materials that colleges send you.
*Research/apply for scholarships.
*Attend college fairs
*College Fair/Financial Aid/Dual Enrollment Night – Monday, November 11th, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
*Keep your grades up.
SAT/ACT Prep Resources –
– College Board‐Works with Khan Academy
– www.collegeboard.com
– ACT Website‐www.actstudent.org
But…..I have no idea what I want to do the rest of my
LIFE!!!
My Next Move
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
–Grades (most colleges use the core academic classes only)
–SAT/ACT scores–Course Selection –School Activities–Leadership–Essay–Community Service–Recommendations
PAYING FOR COLLEGE / TECHNICAL SCHOOL
– Financial Aid – income based. FAFSA. Application opens October 1stand is based off of two years of tax returns.
– Scholarships – criteria varies depending on the scholarship.
– The Hope Scholarship ‐ check state website for updates. Hope GPA on GaFutures website.
– The Hope Grant– Technical schools only – check state website for updates. Maintain a 2.0 post‐secondary gpa to maintain eligibility
– Zell Miller Scholarship‐ 3.7 Hope GPA, 1200 SAT/
– Zell Miller Grant‐ Technical Schools only‐maintain a 3.5 post‐secondary GPA to maintain eligibility
– Hope Career Grant
– Out of Pocket
Hope Career Grant Free College Tuition if student enrolls in 1 of 12 high demand fieldsMust meet Hope Grant Eligibility
More information on tcsg.edu/free‐tuition/
Still Need Help? Individual Junior Conferences
are available for the Class of 2021Graduation is around the corner. Are you prepared?
– Plan classes for your Senior Year
– Review SAT/ACT options
– Discuss College/Career Plans
Schedule your private conference with your child’s counselor starting November 1st.
Counseling dept.
“The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.”