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99thth Grade Parent Grade Parent MeetingMeeting
Presented by:WCHS Guidance Department
2013-2014
Grade 10-12 Counselor Grade 10-12 Counselor AssignmentsAssignments
Mrs. Fritz last names A-D; ext [email protected]
Mrs. Ehringer last names E-N; ext [email protected]
Mr. McMillan last names O-Z; ext [email protected]
Topics to be AddressedTopics to be Addressed
Getting Ready for CollegeDiploma RequirementsScheduling for 10th gradePLAN testingCentral 9 OpportunitiesParent-Teacher Communication
What should we be doing now for What should we be doing now for college?college?
• Review your schedule: take a balanced and challenging set of courses
• Focus on study habits and obtaining good grades; they are a part of your permanent record
• Plan on attending the Greater Indianapolis Southside College Fair at U Indy on March 11th from 6:30- 8:00 pm
• Take the PLAN as a 9th grader and the PSAT as a 10th grader
National Center for College CostsNational Center for College Costs
www.indianacollegecosts.org
Indiana College Cost EstimatorComprehensive website of college search
and selection FREE
Students received the information during their English classes on November 12th. Submit ASAP to receive profile results by December 5th. Results will be reviewed at C9
beginning at 6:30 pm.
Graduation Requirements
WCHS requires one credit each in Digital Citizenship and Preparing for College and Careers
Must earn 46 credits for a Core 40 and 46 for both AHD and THD
Quantitative Reasoning Courses
AHD Definitions4th year math options are pre-calculus, AP Stats, Finite Math + Probability and StatisticsNo D’s for semester gradesGPA is based off of 8 semestersAP = Advanced PlacementDual Credit
THD Definitions
6 credits in College and Career Pathway (usually C9, Telecommunications, or WBA)
Work Keys and Accuplacer are tests that can be given at school
1010thth Grade Focus Grade Focus
Grade 10 Graduation Requirements English Math Science PE2 Social Studies (if not taken in grade 9) Failed 9th grade Semester 1 courses
Algebra, English, Biology, Social Studies, Prep College/Career, Digital Citizenship, PE1, Health
Elective CoursesExploratoryCollege/Post High School PreparationCareer Directed
Course Selection TimelineCourse Selection Timeline
Complete their PINKPINK scheduling worksheet using the yellowyellow scheduling script and online curriculum guide.
Students should turn in BLUEBLUE Central 9 and the special elective course applications (newspaper, yearbook, PEER) to the WCHS-9 office
Week of December 9th students will choose courses in Powerschool during Biology Class. Bring the PINK PINK worksheet with parent signature to class that day.
Students & parents have until January 6th to make changes online
Counselors will review class choices throughout semester 2
Parent Sign
Note: Central 9 classes are
taken during periods 1-3
List alternate elective choices
Failed S1 classes
will need to be
added into 10th grade schedule
Diploma Goal
Scheduling ScriptScheduling ScriptGrad Check Grad Check SheetSheet
ResourcesResources
Use the YELLOW scheduling script
The 2014-2015 Curriculum Guide is located on the high school website under Guidance Academic Information Curriculum Guide
Utilize EdModo or email to communicate scheduling questions
Extra scheduling worksheets and C9 applications are available in the main office at WCHS-9
Communication is EssentialCommunication is Essential Parents are key in monitoring grades
PowerSchool
Contact the teacher when concerns arise via e-mail or phone
Review the information with your student
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Twitter: WhitelandHSGuid
Edmodo Group Code: p32mhe
Central 9 Central 9 Open House: December 5th 6:30-8:00pm
Applications are available now. (BlueBlue)
Program enrollments are limited
Return applications to WCHS-9 Office
Visit the C-9 website: www.centralnine.org
PLAN: March 12thPLAN: March 12th1. Students will receive feedback on critical academic skills and career interests
2. Pre-ACT (English, Math, Reading. Science)
3. Resources available to help prepare students for college
4. Begin receiving literature and flyers from colleges and universities
5. www.actstudent.org
Wrap-UpWrap-Up
Schedule request changes must be completed online by January 6th.
Parent signature required on PINKPINK scheduling worksheet – due December 20 to the WCHS 9 main office
Central Nine Applications◦ Return to the WCHS 9 office
Have scheduling questions between now and the end of the semester? Contact Mrs. Austin
After January 6th, scheduling questions should be directed to your student’s 10th grade counselor
Questions?Questions?
