Junior Parents NightSo You’re Almost A Senior!

English Department:English 12 (Honors and College Prep)Medicine and Literature (H)Analytical Writing Through Film Analysis (H)

So Many Choices

Syracuse University Project Advance English (SUPA); Wrt105-Practices of Academic Writing-This part of the course introduces students to the academic thinking, writing, and reading practices of the contemporary university and focuses on the skills of analysis argument.

Ets 142-Narratives of Culture: Introduction to Critical Reading-Students will examine what reading is and how meaning is created through texts and language. The courses uses a variety of works that help students analyze texts.

And Even More Choices

Literature and Composition: This course follows the AP description found at: http://apcentral.collegeboard.com and works at helping students become more proficient reading of a variety of texts, as well as better writers. The reading is complex, and students are expected to complete a summer assignment prior to September.

Advanced Placement English

AP is by recommendation only Average must be 90+ in previous class

Enrollment limited to two AP concurrent courses

Required summer assignment, part of which is due before school ends

AP exam required

AP Information

Science: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Science

Social Studies: European History, Government and Politics

World Language: Spanish and French Art: Studio Art (including photography) Math: AB Calculus, Statistics English: Literature/Composition

AP Courses

Courses replicate those taught on campus Students earn credits Students pay for credits/financial aid and

payment plans are available Students receive a Syracuse University

college transcript Credits are transferable to over 700

colleges and universities in the country Our instructors are adjunct professors

SUPA Program

English-6 college credits (full year) Forensic Science-4 college credits (full year) Sociology-3 college credits (half year) Psychology-3 college credits (half year) Economics-3 college credits (half year) Physics-8 college credits Accounting- 4 college credits

SUPA Courses

Introduction to Personal Finance One semester/3 college credits Course Outline:Foundations of Financial PlanningManaging Basic AssetsManaging CreditManaging Insurance NeedsManaging InvestmentsRetirement and Estate Planning

Our Newest SUPA Courses

One semester/3 college credits Students will be able to: Identify and describe the unique characteristics

and dimensions of sport Examine some of the major problems/issues facing

sport managers Develop a knowledge and understanding for the

realm of facets within the sport industry Understand the social and ethical responsibilities

involved in managing sport organizations and events

Identify career opportunities in this industry

Principles&Contemporary Issues in Sport Management

Locating the document:1. Go to www.riverdell.org2. Click on high school3. Click on the guidance tab4. Click on the program of studies

for 2014-155. Read course descriptions

The Program of Studies

No course changes after June 27,2014

Choose both semesters carefully Select the courses that you want Do not select a course based on the instructor

Dropping a course is never a good idea!

Important Reminders

A Few Topics to Consider…

Presented ByThe Counseling Department

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As you begin the college process Keep the process in perspective Work together as a family Students must take ownership Discuss finances openly Start early and meet all deadlines Meet often with your counselor

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College Admissions - Testing Students must register online to take the SAT I and/or ACT Students are responsible for sending official

scores to each college SAT II’s are required for some colleges,

usually more competitive schools (check with each school)

River Dell Regional High School CEEB Code: 311054

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SAT Test Dates (register at www.collegeboard.org)

Spring 2014Test Dates

Tests Regular Late (a fee applies)

March 8, 2014(not offered at RD)

SAT I only February 7, 2014 February 21, 2014

May 3, 2014 SAT & Subject Tests

April 4, 2014 April 18, 2014

June 7, 2014 SAT & Subject Tests

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May 9, 2014 May 23, 2014

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ACT Test Dates (register at www.actstudent.org)

Spring 2014 ACT Test Dates

Test Date Registration DeadlineLate Deadline, (fee required)

February 8, 2014 January 10, 2014 January 24, 2014

April 12, 2014(offered at RD) March 7, 2014 March 21, 2014

June 14, 2014(offered at RD) May 9, 2014 May 23, 2014

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National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Student athletes intending to play NCAA

Division I or II sports must register with the NCAA◦ www.ncaa.org

Students in the must meet NCAA requirements◦ 16 core courses (see Program of Studies for

approved courses)

Junior Student Small Group Meetings

The counselors began meeting with the junior students in small groups starting this week in the HS Media Center.

Topics to be discussed include planning for college, work, and other options.

Review of Naviance. Students will complete My Game Plan and begin an initial college search.

Appointment times for students are posted outside the counseling office.

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Junior Parent Meetings Learn about the college application process. Parents must choose one date and sign up

tonight or call Mrs. Robinson in the Counseling Office to register at (201) 599-7221.

Please choose one of the following dates: Tues., Jan. 21st, 7:00-8:30 pm (HS Auditorium) Wed., Jan. 22nd, 8:00-9:30 am (HS Auditorium) Thurs., Jan. 23rd, 7:00-8:30 pm (HS Auditorium)

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RDHS welcomes… Mr. Kevin O’Sullivan Director of Admissions, Sacred Heart

University

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