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NAVIGATING HIGH SCHOOLfor Grade 9 Parents
September 1, 2015
AgendaA Four Year PlanSocial & Emotional Counseling (Steve) Academic Counseling (Crystal)University & Career Counseling (Dave)
* (5 minute break)
Question & Answers (Please use post it notes)
GRADE 9/10 COUNSELING TEAM Crystal Cappuccio (A-LH) Steve Ayling (Li-Z)
GRADE 11/12 COUNSELING TEAM Dave Birchenall (UK) Kim Cheah (Malaysia) Janelle Grier (USA) Doug McQueen (Canada)
OUR COUNSELING PROGRAM
A Counseling Curriculum Social, Emotional and Academic
Counseling College and University Admissions College Visits Professional Organizations and
Conferences
OUR COUNSELING PHILOSOPHY
Finding balance Encourage self discovery Promote autonomy Guide, counsel, refer, suggest and
inform. Find the best fit career, college or
university
Social & Emotional Counseling
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfHV4-N2LxQ
HS TransitionAcademic PressuresCollege & Career concernsFriendshipsFreedom & IndependenceDating & RelationshipsFamily Time balance and ritualsSelf Advocacy OrganizationRebellion and risky behaviour
Spheres of Control
Food choicesBedtimeCurfewFriendsGirlfriends/ BoyfriendsAllowanceCourse ChoicesCollege ChoicesScreen TimePartyingWeekend scheduleTutorsClothingExtracurriculars
We asked your sons and daughters…
1. Describe yourself in 3 words and state your greatest strength..
2. Reflect on a past problem you have had, how you felt and how you overcame and/or managed to deal with it?
3. Write about a current issue you or someone you care about is facing and consider ways in which you could help….
You are NEVER aloneCounselorTrusted FriendsStudent AmbassadorsTeachers/ Coaches/ AdministrationOther trusted adults & Family members
If there is EVER a situation you are uncomfortable with, unsure of, confused or upset about...speak with someone. We can work it out TOGETHER!
Academic CounselingUncertaintyDiploma OptionsGraduation Requirements4 Year PlansCourse Flow- pathways to IB (IB info night, Thursday)
Time Management and Organization
Diploma options at ISM
Full IB Diploma + ISM High School Diploma
IB Certificates + ISM High School Diploma
ISM DIPLOMA Graduation Requirements
* (minimum)- Think of 1 credit = 1 yearSUBJECT CREDITS
English 4
Fine and Performing Arts 2
Mathematics 2
Modern Languages 2
Physical Education 2
Science 2
Social Studies 2
Wellness / Computer Literacy 1
Electives 6
TOTAL 23
After Grade 9?(What your son/daughter can expect to have
achieved)
* Please note absences and tardies
HS Course Offerings 2015-2016http://hs.ism-online.org/files/2015/01/2015-2016-HS-Course-Offerings-Bookv2.pdf
Course Flow from 9-10
IB Subject Flow (Math)
Math placement is determined by exam/test scores, classroom performance and teacher
recommendations
Individual OrganizationArea for studyCalendar system
google calendarprinted calendar
Organized Binder- chronological, sections
Checking emails and respondingScheduled time each dayOnline tools (self-control, iprocrastinate)
Time Management & Organization
Work on study skills & organizationJoin a club, sport, and/or activityTry something new/deepen interestsTake courses you are interested in
Parents: Support Independence
Suggestions
GRADE 11 / 12 COUNSELING Strength of curriculum and grades Test scores Extra-curricular activities Essays and personal statements Recommendations and evaluations Finding the best fit
GRADES
Grades are still an important indicator of success
IB Diploma Score GPA ISM uses a 7 point scale A high school transcript lists all semester
grades from Grade 9 – 12
STANDARDIZED TESTS
PSAT: (In October for Grades 10 and 11) SAT: (Offered 6 times a year at ISM) SAT Subject Tests: (For selective US
schools) rSAT: (Moving to a new format in May
2016) ACT: (A popular alternative to the SAT)
ACTIVITIES
WHAT IS A BEST FIT UNIVERSITY?
Realistic Location Size Campus Relevant programs Personal factors
US COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
Strength of curriculum Grades (Transcript from Grade 9 – 12) Standardized Test scores Extra-curricular activities Essays and writing supplements Recommendations and evaluations
UK UNIVERSITIES
IB Diploma Personal Statement Relevant Teacher Reference Specific Subjects Course Related Activities
CANADIAN UNIVERSITIES
IB Diploma HS Diploma with SAT Activities Writing Samples Transcript from Grade 9 - 12
OTHER COUNTRIES
Australia & New Zealand Europe India Japan Korea Philippines Singapore
Counseling Communication Tools
Facebook Twitter Flickr Naviance and Family Connection http://hscounseling.ism-online.org/
COLLEGE VISITS
Upcoming EventsClub Expo: Tomorrow, Wednesday September 2
IB Information Night: Thursday September 3, 6:00-7:00pm
Bearcat Welcome: Thursday September 10, 7:30-9:30 am
Battle of the Bearcats: Wed. September 23rd (All Day)
Parent Coffee: Tuesday, October 6, 9:30-11:00pm
Questions and Conversations* 5 minute break
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