Junior Conferences Class of 2017

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1 Junior Conferences Class of

Class of 2017 MINIMUM PROGRAM A minimum of 22 credits ½ PACE 4 years of English 3 years of Math 2 years of Science 3 years of Social Studies 1 Academic Elective ½ Professional Communication 1 PE ½

2 Class of 2017 MINIMUM PROGRAM A minimum of 22 credits ½ PACE 4 years of English 3 years of Math 2 years of Science 3 years of Social Studies 1 Academic Elective ½ Professional Communication 1 PE ½ Health 1 Fine Arts 3½ -5½ elective credits RECOMMENDED PROGRAM A minimum of 26 credits Includes minimum plan plus: 4 th year of Math 4 th year of Science World Geography 2 years of the same Foreign Language 2

3 Distinguished Achievement Program Must complete the Recommended Graduation Program PLUS: One additional year of foreign language Any combination of 4 advanced measures 3

4 Honor Graduates 6.50 (and up) Summa Cum Laude 6.25 (and up) Magna Cum Laude 6.00 (and up) Cum Laude 4

5 State Assessment Requirements Class of 2017 STAAR EOC: English I English II Algebra I Biology US History All testing requirements must be met in order to receive a diploma AND participate in graduation. 5

CLASS RANK: Class of 2017 First Quarter: 1-214 Second Quarter: 215-429 Third Quarter: 430-644

6 CLASS RANK: Class of 2017 First Quarter: Second Quarter: Third Quarter: Fourth Quarter: Junior class ranks will be updated in July and available in late July 6

7 Learning/Credit Opportunities Correspondence Texas Tech Six months to complete course SENIORS--coursework completed and final taken by November 22nd If the student does not complete the course, a WD will be recorded on the transcript and calculated into their GPA as an F Must sign correspondence agreement letter See counselor for more information 7

8 Other Learning Opportunities Summer School Mid April for information Can earn original and make up credit Texas Virtual School Network Virtual program Cost $200 and up per credit Windfern High School Application process See counselor for more details 8

9 COLLEGE ADMISSIONS 9

10 College Visitation Days 2 college days each year Junior year Senior year Forms Online Parent s signature prior to visit Excused absence Completed form (proper signatures/seals) *No business cards accepted--if school does not have stamp/seal, you need a letter on the school s letterhead Return form to attendance office within 3 days No penalty for exemptions Last day to take a college day is the Thursday before Prom 10

11 College Night October p.m. Berry Center 150 colleges/universities, technical schools, specialty schools, military academies and recruiters Financial aid presentations Students will need to register to attend and print their ticket for admission 11

12 Military Academy Night November :00 9:00 p.m. Berry Center Academies Represented o o o o o o Army Naval Air Force Coast Guard Merchant Marine ROTC Programs from various colleges 12

13 NCAA Eligibility (register early-don t wait until your senior year) 16 core courses required for eligibility as determined by the NCAA GPA in 16 core courses is not the same as the cumulative GPA on a transcript. SAT/ACT scores needed are based on core course GPA Students who want to become eligible for college recruitment must register online with the NCAA Clearinghouse at 13

College Entrance Exams SAT and ACT prefer all students register online www.collegeboard.org www.actstudent.

14 College Entrance Exams SAT and ACT prefer all students register online Take both tests to see which one is best for you; colleges accept both Students may qualify for a waiver for the SAT, ACT, and some college application fees if they are on free and reduced lunch The TSI is used at many junior/community colleges. ALL Juniors will take ACT on April 19 th during school. Free opportunity and no registration required. 14

15 College Applications Apply Texas used for all Texas state schools Top 10% Automatic Admissions Texas state public colleges and universities Application and supporting materials must be completed and submitted on time Class of 2016, Top 7% for UT-Austin Class of 2017, Top 7% for UT-Austin Private universities have their own applications or may use the National Common Application 15

16 4 Main Steps for College Applications Fill out each application carefully and thoroughly, including required essays (most are done online) Request an official transcript from the registrar s office Can be mailed or sent electronically to the college before or after the application is complete Have SAT/ACT test scores sent to the college from the testing agency (before or after application is complete) Apply to all schools by winter break if possible Must meet prospective school s deadline Photocopy all materials 16

17 Applications Requiring Counselor Input and/or Letter of Recommendation 3 WEEKS ADVANCE NOTICE is mandatory for all recommendation letters or college forms requiring counselor input First, order an official transcript in the registrar s office Next, fill out a Student Profile Packet available in the counseling office Finally, make the request by opening a senior folder with lead counselor s secretary and submitting the following materials: Student Profile Packet Any necessary application forms and deadlines 17

18 Class of 2017 Get connected! to for updates and reminders from Cy-Fair HS Counselors Office. notifications send to 18

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Senior Parent Meeting What s next?

Senior Parent Meeting What s next? { 2017 Agenda Introductions Graduation Plans and Requirements Mega Lunch EOC Testing Exemption Policy College Planning SAT, ACT, TSI, AP Exams Paying for College Free/Reduced