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Please sign up to receive newsletters on the SWRHS webpage under
STUDENT SERVICES on the left hand side of the page.
It’s a GREAT day to be a Cougar!!!
SWRHS Parent Night
Tina Trotter (A-K)Teresa Burton (L-Z)
Michele Saunders - English TeacherRegina Hunt- Career Development CoordinatorMontgomery Hall - RCC College/Career Coach
How can I help my child be successful in high school?
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Student Services Information●
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Graduation Requirements● English 4 credits (I, II, III, IV)
● Math 4 credits (Math I, II, III, 4th Higher Level Math)
● Science 3 credits (Earth/Env., Biology, PhysicalScience, Physics or Chemistry)
● Social Studies 4 credits (World His., Civics, Amer. His. I & II *if AP US then must take 4th History
● Health & PE 1 credit ( REQUIRED!)● Electives 12-16 credits (based on
student’s interests)
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28 Credits needed to graduate
To be promoted:●10th Grade- 6 credits●11th Grade- 13 credits●12th Grade- 20 credits
● A = 4.0● B = 3.0● C = 2.0● D = 1.0
●Honors Courses= +.5 GPA point●Advanced Placement (AP)/Community
College Transfer Courses= +1 GPA points
How does GPA work?
GPA (Grade Point Average)●
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College Minimum Admissions Requirements
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College Entrance Testing●
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www.COLLEGE BOARD.com www.ACT.org
Opportunities in Career Technical Education
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● For Juniors or Seniors● 1 day event● One per year
CTE INTERNSHIP JOB SHADOWING
Applications for both available in
the Career Development
Center
WHAT’S NEXT FOR YOU?
Apprenticeship
Forward-thinking companies across the country and right here in Randolph County are looking for the next generation of leaders to step into key roles. And
they’re looking to motivated juniors and seniors in high school to make it happen.
A unique opportunity to create your own future
Get Paid to Learn In-Demand Skills
What is Apprenticeship?
➜ Paid for 8,000 hours of work and college class time over 4 years
Learn from a Professional
What is Apprenticeship?
➜ You’ll be paired with a mentor who teaches and guides you at work
➜ Hands-on learning at work and college = less lectures and more active lessons
Hourly Wages During Program
Apprenticeships with Local Companies
ENGINEERING
MACHINING
MAINTENANCE
ROBOTICS
PLASTICS
ELECTRONICS
TEXTILES
COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
WELDING
QUALITY CONTROL
Explore the Possibilities
Am I a Good Fit for Apprenticeship?
➜ Do you enjoy science, math or technology?
➜ Do you like to work with others on a team?
➜ Do you arrive at school on time and complete assignments on time?
➜ Do you like the idea of starting your career now?
Start Now
What is Apprenticeship?
➜ Fast-track your career
➜ Apply for an apprenticeship as early as your junior year
Apprenticeship Requirements
● Electronics● Advanced Manufacturing● Metals Manufacturing● Automotive Service● Robotics● Carpentry● Masonry● Apparel and Textile Production● Computer-Related Courses
➜ Minimum GPA of 2.5 (Unweighted)
➜ Current High School Junior or Senior
➜ Community College Placement Testing Requirements Met
➜ Math 1, Math 2, and Math 3 (Pre-calculus desired)
➜ Good Attendance (No more than 5 absences per year)
➜ Recommended Courses
Late Jan. -Early MarchAttend information sessions and employer open houses
Submit an application
Find out if you’re selected
Orientation Week Discover companies where you want to work
Industry Partner Interviews
Draft Day / Pre-apprenticeship Offers
Start a pre-apprenticeship Paid for hands-on training and 2 college classes
Receive an apprenticeship offer
Go to signing ceremony and start apprenticeship
Steps to Apprenticeship
Feb. - Early March
Early March
Mid March
Late March - Early April
Mid April
Summer Sessions Begin Late May
End of July
August
Ready to take the next step?
Talk to your career development coordinator, school counselor, or visit
ApprenticeshipRandolph.com
Student Opportunities● There are many opportunities for students to build
leadership skills and enhance their educational experience outside the school setting.
● Randolph Electric Youth Tour – Open to 10th & 11th grade students - receive all-expense paid trip to Washington, DC over summer break. Applications usually available late Fall and due mid to late December or early January
L.I.F.T● Student Leadership Information For Tomorrow,
L.I.F.T., is a program sponsored by the Asheboro/Randolph Chamber of Commerce.
● The program, offers around 26 rising high school sophomores/juniors who reside in Randolph County the opportunity to learn more about the area and gain valuable leadership skills.(present 9th & 10th graders)
● Applications for 2019-20 LIFT will be available from Mrs. Trotter in the spring. $50 fee, but need-based scholarships are available
● Cost-free, state-funded program for academically talented NC residents who have demonstrated interest in science and mathematics and aspire to a career in STEM
● Rising juniors and seniors are eligible to apply● The program is currently hosted at four campuses of the
university system—Appalachian State University (ASU), East Carolina University (ECU), North Carolina Central University (NCCU), and University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC)
● Visit http://www.summerventures.org/ for more info● Deadline is usually late January
● The Broyhill Leadership Conference is a unique, life-changing experience for delegates who attend each year. During the conference, high school students are challenged to learn, develop, and practice leadership skills that they will take with them and use for the rest of their lives.
● $260-$300 to attend week-long summer experience on Queens or Wingate University campus
● For more info: http://www.broyhill-leadership.org/conferences/broyhill-leadership-conference/
Registration Timeline for 2019-2020
● Counselors met with all grade levels this past Monday and passed out registration forms
● All applications are available in the Counselor’s Office● All registration forms and applications will be turned
in to homeroom teachers tomorrow (March 1st)● Course selections can still be changed when we meet
with students individually● Individual meetings with students will begin around
March 11th with rising 10th grade students, however, scheduling priority is given to seniors.
Interested in taking Honors, AP or RCC classes?● Our registration team will look at your previous grades to
determine if you qualify for enrollment in an Honors, AP or RCC course.
● Rigor and independent outside assignments will be required for Honors, AP & College Transfer courses.
● Taught at a faster pace● Test strategies may be different● Extra projects are required● Extra GPA points given for these courses● You should have a B or above in your current subject class
to register for any Honors or AP Courses● Waivers are available
● What is AP (Advanced Placement)? College level courses offered for high school credit. Students have the ability to earn college credit(s) by taking a test in May. Lots of course options available face to face and online.
● English Language & Composition (English III)● English Literature & Composition (English IV)● Statistics● Calculus AB● United States History● United States Government & Politics● Earth & Environmental Science● AP Biology● Studio Art: 2D, 3D & Drawing● AP Computer Science Principles● AP Capstone Seminar● AP Capstone Research
What are some of the Requirements for the AP Capstone Academy?
●All Academy students will take at least 6 AP classes during high school.
●All Sophomores will have a choice of an AP Elective.
●Juniors will take AP Seminar and other AP classes of their choosing or
community college classes.
●In their Senior year, all Academy students will take AP Research
●You can apply for this program by going to the SWRHS homepage and looking for the link: AP Capstone Academy Application. All Applications are due by tomorrow, March1st.
For more information go to the SWRHS Webpage and
click on AP CAPSTONE in the middle of the page.
Building a Future for Our Schools
New program for students interested in all education careers
Building a Future for Our Schools
New program for students interested in all education careers
Career and College Promise
Ms. Montgomery Hall
High School Career Coach
• Academic advising• Manage enrollment
process• Monitor academic
performance• Classroom
presentations• Coordinate visits
and tours • Help schedule
placement test
What is it?
• College classes while in high school
• Chance to “test drive” college
• Get a head start on their degrees/careers
• 2 college transfer pathways
• 19 technical pathways
Why should I do it?
• Learn time management skills
• Understand college level expectations
• Separate yourself from the 1800 other seniors in Randolph county
• Guaranteed college credit
• Save up to 1 year of tuition expenses
• CCP pathways build off of student interest in Career Clusters
• Articulated credit
• Smaller class sizes!
Who is it for?
• Juniors and seniors • Unweighted 2.8 GPA to be
eligible• Must maintain a 2.0 GPA at RCC• Progress towards high school
graduation
What are the benefits of taking a college course at RCC?• Employable credentials• Separate themselves from
the 1800 other seniors in Randolph county
• Guaranteed college credit• Save up to 1 year of tuition
expenses• Reality check without
extreme penalties
What does it cost?
General Psychology• Duke: $3,012• UNC: $802.88• Wingate: $885• UNCG: $491.50• RCC: F-R-E-E
CCP SavingsAA College Transfer Pathway
(P1012C)
First Year: Fall Text Fee Tuition First Year: Spring Text Fee Tuition
ACA 122 College Transfer Success 1 $50.95 $7.50 $72.00ENG 112 Writing/Research in the Disc 3 $86.65 $7.50
$216.00
ENG 111 Writing & Inquiry 3 86.65 7.50 216.00 PSY 150 General Psychology 3 127.70 7.50 216.00
BIO 110 Principles of Biology 4 170.85 7.50 288.00 MAT 143 Quantitative Literacy 191.15 7.50 216.00
Total Hours 8$308.4
5$22.5
0$576.0
0 Total Hours 10$405.5
0$22.5
0$648.0
0
Second Year: Fall Text Fee Tuition Second Year: Spring Text Fee Tuition
ART 111 Art Appreciation$182.5
0 $7.50 $216.00 PHI 215 Philosophical Issues $50.75 $7.50$216.0
0SOC 210 Intro to Sociology HIS 131 American History I 3 57.20 7.50 216.00 MUS 110 Music Appreciation 3 $135.40 7.50 216.00
Total Hours 7$462.5
5$22.5
0$648.0
0 Total Hours 7 186.15$15.0
0$432.0
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Hours necessary for Completion: 32
❧ Textbooks ($1362.65) + Fees ($82.50) + Tuition ($2304) = Total of $3749.50
How do they sign up?
• Set a meeting with Mrs. Hall.
• Set up a meeting now or by March 29th for Priority registration.
Contact Information
• Montgomery Hall(Southwestern & Uwharrie Ridge 6-12)(336) 381-4913 (leave message) or email at [email protected]
• Schedule Tuesdays & Thursdays 8am – 3pm Some Fridays
North Carolina Virtual Public School Courses (NCVPS)
▶ Available to 11th & 12th grade students who are self-directed & motivated
▶ Offers numerous electives that you can take online during school or as a 5th block after school
▶ Limited slots are available for courses not available on our campus
▶ Visit www.ncvps.org for a complete list of courses▶ You can pick this registration sheet up from the Counseling
Office.
Senior Early Release
● Seniors can take up to 2 early releases during their senior year but are encouraged to keep a full schedule if possible.
● Students with early release must provide their own transportation. If a student is an athlete they must leave campus and return later for athletic practice.
● Scholarships will often ask for a transcript, so please consider how you might appear in comparison to peers that are taking a full course load.
Early Graduation for Seniors
● Early Graduation is an option for students who can complete all graduation requirements during the fall semester of their senior year including having 28 total credits
● Students must submit an application during registration
● Only students with a plan should opt for early graduation (ex. Needs to work to support the family, has a job lined up, military, etc.)
● Four year colleges/universities discourage early graduation
Course Offerings• All potential courses are listed on the
registration form but they will not be scheduled unless enough students sign up to take them.
• New Course Offerings:• AP Research• AP Biology and Honors Biology II• Honors Physics• Honors Foods I• RCC Courses: General Psychology, Intro to
Statistical Methods
Questions???
