College and Career Readiness Elementary School HARVARD College and Career Readiness Elementary School MODULE II PARENT, COMMUNITY AND STUDENT SERVICES

DISTRICT GOALS

Preschool to College and a Career SUCCESSFUL CAREER ROAD MAP COLLEGE High School Middle School Preschool to College and a Career Elementary School PRESCHOOL

Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today. - Malcolm X

OBJECTIVES Learn ways in which you can prepare to be college and career ready Create a daily schedule Review and take the College and Career Readiness Pledge Develop short and long-term goals

The A-G Requirements

“A-G” Minimum Requirements A - History/Social Science 2 years B - English 4 years C - Math 3 years D - Lab Science E - Language Other Than English F - Visual and Performing Arts 1 years G - College Prep Elective “A-G” Minimum Requirements

Elementary and High School Subjects Social Studies Mathematics English Language Arts History Social Science b English d f Art Science Lab Science * English Language Development * * Physical Education * * Health

Elementary School Subjects Review Activity High School Subjects Elementary School Subjects A - History/Social Science B - English C - Math D - Lab Science E - Language Other than English F - Visual and Performing Arts G - College Prep Elective * English Language Development ** Health ** Physical Education Social Studies

Interesting Facts 45% of students, faculty, and staff at the University of California, Davis bike on campus each day.   The university provides resources such as bike classes, bike repair and maintenance, summer bike storage, and maps and directions created just for campus bikers. SOURCE: BESTCOLLEGESONLINE.COM

How do I prepare?

College and Career Readiness What can we do to prepare? What will be the rewards? College Graduation! Attend school daily and on time

Always do your best! Earn good grades Score high on tests Attend school daily and on time Complete classwork and homework Participate in class Work hard and try harder

Attend school daily and on time! You are on your way to college!

STUDENTS WHO ATTEND SCHOOL DAILY AND ON TIME… PERFECT ATTENDANCE STUDENTS WHO ATTEND SCHOOL DAILY AND ON TIME… have better grades and a higher Grade Point Average (GPA) have a much higher chance of graduating high school and attending college SOURCE: ATTENDANCE WORKS – ADVANCING STUDENT SUCCESS BY REDUCING CHRONIC ABSENCE

You are on your way to college! Earn good grades! You are on your way to college!

Your grades are very important! will earn you a higher grade point average (GPA). will help you earn money for college. will earn you respect from your parents, teachers and other students. will help you earn more money as an adult. will make you feel proud and better prepared for the future. GOOD GRADES Your grades are very important!

Elementary School Effort Scores Grade Meaning 4 3 2 1 Strong Consistent Inconsistent Poor

Elementary School Achievement Scores Grade Meaning 4 3 2 1 Advanced Proficient Partial Proficient Not Proficient

Elementary School Scores High School Grades Grade Meaning 4 3 2 1 Grade Meaning A B C D F Advanced Markedly Superior Proficient Superior Partial Proficient Satisfactory Needs to Improve Not Proficient Little or no Progress

Earn good grades! Complete all work including homework Ask for assistance when you need it Ask questions Use a planner Go to tutoring Study hard Be organized The most important tip is to know yourself, your strengths and weaknesses, and what you need to do to be successful. A few tips …

Let’s review… What are the benefits of attending school daily and on time? Why should you earn good grades? What is the equivalent grade in elementary school to a grade “B” in high school?

Interesting Facts College graduates have a longer life span. The risk of dying prematurely is on the increase for Americans with less than a high school education, while the risk of premature death among college graduates is falling. SOURCE: COLLEGE DEGREES.COM

You are on your way to college! Participate in class You are on your way to college!

What can you do to show that you are participating in class? show up and be on time What can you do to show that you are participating in class? raise your hand to volunteer answers ? ask clarifying questions work well with other students

What else can you do to show that you are participating in class? Turn in all your work What else can you do to show that you are participating in class? ? Smile, be polite, and follow class/school rules Listen and talk only when appropriate

You are on your way to college! Score high on tests You are on your way to college!

Score high on tests Test scores can show your: knowledge of facts, skills and concepts related to the academic area tested academic strengths and weaknesses higher-level thinking skills A test is a good tool for helping assess your progress toward skill mastery. Higher scores indicate that you are close to mastering or have mastered the skills required at your grade level.

Work hard and try harder You are on your way to college!

Work Hard-Try Harder HARD WORK is the difference between being proficient and advanced or between being ordinary and extraordinary! Hard work opens doors and shows the world that you are serious about being one of those rare - and special - human beings who use the fullness of their talents to do their very best. Robin S. Sharma Read more at http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/r/robinssha628761.html#EOFPpWwy16DAQPEx.99 Hard work opens doors and shows the world that you are serious about being one of those rare - and special - human beings who use the fullness of their talents to do their very best. Robin S. Sharma Read more at http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/r/robinssha628761.html#EOFPpWwy16DAQPEx.99 REMEMBER: Hard work opens many doors and shows the world that you are serious about always doing your best.

Let’s review… T • P • S Why is it important to participate in class? How can you become a more active learner? Why should you always work hard?

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Complete classwork and homework You are on your way to college!

Classwork, Homework and Study Habits Always complete all of your assignments!

Super Students Complete All Classwork and Homework! Classwork and Homework give you the opportunity to practice what you learn in class. By practicing:  You will learn and perform at the highest level.  You will build mastery of the skills required at your grade level. 

Super Students Also Develop Study Habits! Study habits will assist you to be successful in school and to be college and career ready. Get organized Designate a study area Read actively Review test-taking strategies Join a study group You will be a Super Student!

Sports • Music • Volunteer Let’s Create a Daily Schedule M T W TH F SAT SUN v 7:00 AM Wake-Up 8:00 -2:30 School 2:30 -3:30 Sports • Music • Volunteer 4:00 -5:30 Dinner and Chores 5:30 – 6:45 Homework • Study 6:45 – 8:00 Hobby • Play • other 8:30 Bedtime

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The Rewards

Your hard work will pay off! You will graduate from high school and will be college and career ready. You will gain knowledge. You will earn a college degree. You will have more career options. You will earn more money. You will enjoy a secure future.

College and Career Readiness What can we do to prepare? What will be the rewards? College Graduation! Attend school daily and on time

Interesting Facts UC Santa Cruz has one of the most original mascots – The Banana Slug.  SOURCE: UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SANTA CRUZ WEBSITE

The Pledge

Your teacher will take the pledge!

Encourage your family to take the pledge!

Now you take the pledge!

Interesting Facts You can get a “Pirate Certificate” at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). You must complete courses such as archery, sailing and fencing. SOURCE: MIT AWARDS PIRATE CERTIFICATES TO UNDERGRADUATES – BOSTONGLOBE.COM

OBJECTIVES Learn ways in which you can prepare to be college and career ready Create a daily schedule Review and take the College and Career Readiness Pledge Develop short and long-term goals √ √ √ √

Questions?

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The Student Involvement, Development, and Empowerment Unit wishes you success as you prepare to be college and career ready.

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