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Freshman Orientation to the Counseling Department 2010. The Purpose Of This Presentation:. Explain the role of a counselor and introduce the counseling staff Share academic supports that students can use Share student advice Explain the components of a transcript and its importance. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Freshman Orientation to the Counseling Department
2010
The Purpose Of This Presentation:
Explain the role of a counselor and introduce the counseling staff
Share academic supports that students can use
Share student advice Explain the components of a
transcript and its importance
What do counselors do?
Help students with personal problems that are getting in the way of their academic success
Help students experiencing personal crisis – yourself or a friend
Counselors maintain confidentiality, only sharing personal information when you are at risk to yourself or someone else
What do counselors do?
Help students with study skills, organization, etc.
Work with students from 9th – 12th grade to select course work that will best prepare them for their goals after high school
In summary: we look out for your best interests
Counselor-Student Alphabetical Breakdown:
A,B,Z Mrs. LeBright
C-E,Q,U,X Mrs. Chen F-I Ms. Gottlieb K Mr. Randall M,P,Va-Vei Mrs. Chee R,S Mr. Woodford L,T,Vel-Vz,W Mrs. Gilbert J,N,O,Y Mrs. Eig
Last names A, B, Z
Mrs. LeBright
Last names C – E, Q, U, X
Mrs. Chen
Last names F - I
Ms. Gottlieb
Resource Counselor: Last names K
Mr. Randall
Last names M,P, Va-Vei
Mrs. Chee
Last names R,S
Mr. Woodford
Last names L, T, Vel-Vz, W
Mrs. Gilbert
Last names J, N, O, Y
Mrs. Eig
School Counseling Office Secretary
Mrs. Lowery
Registrar
Mrs. Goodman
College and Career Coordinator
Mrs. Hull
Freshman AdministratorMr. Brown
How do I meet with my counselor or Ms. Hull?
Email! Our emails are on the RM websiteOR
Visit your counselor or Ms. Hull without an appointment any day before school, during lunch, or after school until 2:30pm
Resources You Can Use for Academic Support
Spin Book. Are you using it? Take it out! Edline Meet with ANY teacher for help at lunch Departmental Help listed on Student Tip
Sheet – put it in your Spin Book!! Visit the Career Center
What happens if I fail a class?
You have to take it over You DON’T automatically move
on from one grade to another: YOU HAVE TO PASS YOUR CLASSES!!!!
But don’t take our word for it…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oN6v9DFAtc
So what did they say?
So what do I do now? Take challenging classes Maintain consistent and good academic
performance (GPA) Start identifying careers of interest Determine what training and education are
required for that career Take classes that get your ready for your
career of choice Participate in school and community
activities – see RM website for sports and clubs
Seek help when you need it! Asking for help demonstrates strength, not weakness.
What is a transcript?
The official record of your high school career that includes:
High school courses and grades Credits earned and required Student service learning hours Attendance High school assessment test scores
What makes a semester grade?
Your quarter grades (Q1+Q2) and (Q3+Q4) are averaged with your final exam grade to equal your semester grade
Unlike your report card, the only grade that is listed on your transcript is your semester grade
Colleges ONLY see grades on your transcript, and NOT your report card
What do colleges and employers look for on a
transcript?
Quality of academic program Semester grades
When Will You Need A Transcript?
Applying for jobscolleges and universities training centersscholarships internships
Signing up for the military
Thank you for your attention!!