Sophomore Guidance2012-2013

Overview of Today Review of 10th grade credits Present Chancellors/Honors Diplomas Discuss 5 post-HS options Look over YOUR transcripts Computer Lab – CIS Activity

Sophomore Requirements English (1.0) American Studies (.5) Math (1.0)

› Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 (Regular or Accelerated)

Science (1.0)› Physical Science, Chemistry

PE 2 4.0 Electives

**Electives could be study hall, world language, etc.**

Sophomore Requirements Graduation Reminders:

› Pass Reading, Writing and Math State Tests› .5 Career Credit› 24 total credits for Standard Diploma

Chancellors Diploma Requirements above Standard

Diploma:› 26 total credits (not 24)› 2 years of World Language› Through Algebra 2 for Math› 16 academic credits› C or higher in all academic classes› Cumulative GPA of 3.4 or higher

Honors Diploma Requirements above Standard

Diploma:› At least 8 eligible courses (all AP courses,

most Honors/Advanced/Accelerated, etc.)› Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher› 3 years of the same World Language› 26 total credits (not 24)› Enrolled in minimum of 6 classes each year

Post High School Options Community College 4-Year university Trade School Military Employment

Community College 2+ years Modified or Standard Diploma,

Undocumented students – all ok! Placement Tests for Reading, Writing, Math

› Remedial Courses Some have Dorms

› COCC – partners w/ OSU Cascades (Bend) so you live on a University Campus!

Sports can be available

Community College No out-of-state tuition Transfer degree vs. Associates Degree Some 3 or 6-month programs offered

› Examples: HVAC Program, Corrections Technicians, 911 Dispatcher, Bookkeeper, Pharmacy Technician, Food Service

Common Programs:› Auto Tech, Mechanics, Nursing, Dental

Assisting, Business/Accounting

4-Year University Options

› Bachelor of Science or Art (4 years +)› Can transfer from Community College› OUS Schools:

OSU, PSU, UO, EOU, WOU, OIT, SOU› Public Vs. Private:

Pacific University, Lewis & Clark College, Linfield College, University of Portland, Reed College, University of Puget Sound

› College Visits and Visitations

4-Year University Admissions

› ACT/SAT: most schools accept either› GPA: most schools require 3.0 or above› Essay/Personal Statement› Transcript

Courses of Rigor World Languages

4-Year University OUS GPA baseline

› Western Oregon 2.75› Southern Oregon 2.75› Eastern Oregon 3.0› Oregon Institute of Technology 3.0› Portland State 3.0› Oregon State 3.0› University of Oregon 3.4

Private colleges you should be aiming for a 3.4 or above

16 Academic Credits

Trade School Shorter Programs Specific job training and career skills

› Apprenticeship Common Programs:

› Massage, Cosmetology› Bricklaying, Pipe Fitting, Carpentry, Painter,

Plumber, Sheet Metal Worker› Electrician, Heavy Equipment Operator

Military 5 Branches:

› Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy

Must have Standard Diploma› Modified Diploma and GED are not

accepted ASVAB test

› This year offered at GHS on January 31st (No School day)

› Sign up in counseling center (free!)

Employment Work Skills needed:

› Timeliness, regular attendance› Able to learn new tasks and perform well› Work well with other people and bosses› Be eager to learn› Willing to accept responsibility

Use of your transcript and/or references

Education Pays – 2012 Data Yearly Salaries

› Some high school, no diploma $21,648

› High school diploma $30,624

› Associate degree $36,864

› Bachelor’s degree $50,544

› Master’s, Professional Doctoral $60,624 - $74,448

People with a Bachelor’s Degree will earn $22,000 more in each year than those without!

Review of Transcript Check on your credit totals Look at your GPA/Rank Look for Ds and/or Fs and develop a

plan Are you on track for

Chancellors/Honors Diploma? What areas need to be improved?

Questions? Make an appointment with your

counselor, Mrs. Nova or Ms. Bovee in the Counseling Center