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1 #1 Is 9 th grade too early to start planning for college? A. Yes B. No

2 #2 Can you fill scholarships out for college in 9 th grade? A. Yes B. No

3 #3 What is the best way to remember information when you study? A. Studying for 10 hours right before the test. B. Listening to music in the back ground. C. Using notecards

4 #4 What is the best way to access my grades? A. Asking the teacher B. Check Parent Portal C. Look at my graded papers

5 #5 Placing everything I need in a convenient accessible place the night before school will help me to remember my things. A. True B. False

6 #6 Will one failing grade impact my GPA? A. Yes B. No

7 #7 How many credits do I need to graduate from high school? A. 100 credits B. 50 credits C. 23 credits

8 #8 Is it ok to put all my school work in the same folder? A. Yes B. No

9 Class of 2021 Freshman Getting College and Career Ready

10 Counselor Contact Freshman Academy Counselor

11 Class of 2022 E.Q. What does a freshman need to know in order to be college and career ready?

12 Organization Good Study Habits GPA Calculation Infinite Campus Access # of Credits Needed for Graduation

13 Activity (Book Bag Challenge) Team 1 Team 2

14 Whatever Folder / Section

15 Pens sharpened pencils, pencil sharpener Erasers note book paper typing paper construction paper poster boards glue sticks Glue Crayons Markers Tape Rulers Protractors index cards. Keep these things at home for homework!

16 Put things for the next day placed by the door. Book bag Coat/Jacket Shoes Etc.

17 1. Write down assignment 2. Put down Due Date 3. Place a check by turned in assignments 4. Put grade by it once received.

18 9 Best Scientific Study Tips

19 Study Smart, Not Hard. *Ten -30 minute sessions not 10 hours straight *Use note / flash cards *Small Short Chunks *Study Same Time Each Day *Study in quiet place with no music, no cell phones, or any distractions

20 Where should I put my index cards? ZIPLOC BAGS!

21 GPA CALCULATION 36 weeks in school Every 9 weeks progress report Goal is to get 80% or better Always turn in assignments GPA FORMULA = /4 = 75%

22 Click To obtain an activation key Enter the student s information. If you did not provide the student s SSN then you will need to get the activation key from the school. Click Submit

28 Be Like Mike

29 Number of Credits You must have a minimum of 23 credits to receive a diploma from Douglas County School System.

30 Required Courses 4 credits of English (9 Grade Lit and American Lit) 4 credits of Math (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II) 4 credits of Science (Biology, Physical Science or Physics, Chemistry or Environmental Science) 4 credits of Social Studies (American Government, World History, United States History, and Economics) ½ credit Health and ½ credit Personal Fitness 3 Elective credits from CTAE, Fine Arts or Foreign Language

31 Foreign Language Alert! Foreign Language is not required for graduation. 4 year colleges/universities require 2 credits of the same foreign language for admissions.

32 HOPE Information PROGRAMS Scholarship 3.0 in core classes (take off extra points for Honors/AP) calculated at the end of senior year; covers a percentage of the tuition (see website); no money for books or fees. Also need to have taken four rigorous courses. Zell Miller 3.7 in core classes (take off extra points for Honors/AP), 1200 SAT verbal & math, 26 ACT, covers full tuition, calculated at end of senior year; no money for books or fees. Also need four rigorous courses. Grant available for students seeking certificate or diploma at a Technical College; covers percentage of tuition. Will need your social security number

33 5 th Core Academics Board Scholar and Honor Graduates AP Seminar AP Research Mythology Journalism AP Human Geography Psychology (AP) Sociology 3 rd level or higher in a foreign language Additional Science or Math beyond required courses Computer Science Principles AP Computer Science Principles Food Science Food for Life Essentials of Healthcare (Anatomy)

34 Seals Fine Arts 4 credits (Band, Visual Arts, Chorus or Drama) 2 credits must be from same discipline Foreign Language - 3 credits of the same foreign language Academic Seal 3 separate AP courses or 3 separate college core dual enrollment courses or 3 separate technical college dual enrollment certification programs or a combination of 3

35 INFO from MRS. HOEFER in the CAREER CENTER WORK PERMITS: 14 and 15 year olds need a work permit when you are hired. Mrs. Hoefer helps you with that process. CCI: Are you interested in CCI? See Mrs. Hoefer. SCHOLARSHIPS: 9 th graders have scholarship opportunities for school RIGHT NOW! Check the college and career section on school website monthly for information.

36 THINGS TO REMEMBER Stay organized. Study smart not hard. Know your GPA Check Infinite Campus / Parent Portal at least once a week It is never to early to start getting College / Career Ready.

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