GRESHAM HIGH SCHOOL Forecasting Class of 2015 Incoming Seniors

WELCOME ! It’s time to forecast and choose your classes for next year. Here are the steps you will follow…

Forecasting: Step by Step 1. Use Course Planning Guide 2. Discuss with parents, teachers, others 3. Fill in forecast sheet 4. Get signatures 5. Meet with counselor as needed 6. Turn in form to teacher by due date

Graduation Credit Requirements Language Arts 4.00 Social Studies 3.00 Math 3.00 Science 3.00 World Language 1.00 Physical Ed 1.00 Health 1.00 Career/Fine Arts/Tech *2.00 Electives 7.00 Total Credits Required: credit must be earned in Technology *may be earned in tech, fine arts, business electives.50 credit must be earned in Technology *may be earned in tech, fine arts, business electives

How many classes do I take? Freshmen and Sophomores = 7 classes Juniors take at least 6 classes. Seniors take at least 5 classes.

Remember: Honor Roll requires 6 graded classes. Any class taken for Pass/No Pass credit will not count. Example: Teacher or other Aide Athletics requires passing 5 graded classes & being on track to graduate

Additional Requirements for Graduation: Academic Portfolio State test scores and work samples in: Math, Writing, Speaking, Science, and Social Science. Four Year Plan Created in the freshman year, updated each year by the student, used to guide forecasting. Extended Application Completed in senior year within your health class 2 Career Related Learning Experiences (CRLE) Opportunities for CRLE’s are offered in Health and advanced elective classes. Bring completed forms to Ms. Cooke in the College & Career Center.

College Entrance Requirements Oregon universities require: 4 years of English 3 years of Mathematics - (must show completion of Algebra 2 or higher by graduation) 3 years of Science 3 years of Social Studies

College Entrance Requirements World Language—2 credits in same language Minimum “C” grade for core courses.5 credit in a Visual/Performing Fine Arts class is recommended

College Acceptance GPA 3.00 for U of O, OSU, PSU, OIT, SOU 2.75 for EOU, WOU Additional review may be required by the college. Universities also require ACT/SAT test scores including writing.

College & Career Center Also in the Center: Barb Cooke - Academic Portfolio Manager Kendra Maddox ScholarshipsCollege InfoFinancial Aid Job and Career Info and more!

Other Ways to Earn Credit As you forecast, consider… Work Experience Community Service Internship Cadet Teaching

International Baccalaureate(IB) Most advanced course of study in six different subject areas IB Program Options: Earn full IB diploma Earn subject area certificates Take an individual class Note: Any student may take an IB class. Questions? Contact Mr. Chris Smith x5299 or your school counselor.

IB Continued…Choose carefully Questions? Contact Mr. Chris Smith at x5299 or in room 235 or your school counselor. Students in IB courses are expected to remain in their chosen classes all year.

International Baccalaureate Full Diploma Requirements: Senior Year: IB Senior Honors English* IB 20 th Century World History* IB Biology HL (or IB Art Design HL)* IB Mathematics (if not taken Junior year) World Language- 4th year Theory of Knowledge-one semester Group 6 Elective: ITGS, IB Music, IB Anthropology, IB Chemistry or IB Art (if not taken Junior year) *HL = Higher level / 3 required

Scholars Diploma Earn accumulative GPA of at least 3.5 Earn a minimum of 25 credits, 8 of which must be in designated advanced courses Have been an active participant in at least one co-curricular activity May earn only one elective credit using the PASS/NO PASS option.

Center for Advanced Learning (CAL) CAL offers advanced courses in 5 technology-based fields: Digital Media (graphics & video) Programming & Networking Medical/Dental Engineering Manufacturing

Center for Advanced Learning (CAL) Students apply and are accepted based on grades & interests. Students will take four classes, including English at CAL. Math, Social Studies, PE and Health taken at GHS. For more info, see Susan Fields.

A.C. E. Academy ACE stands for Architecture, Construction and Engineering. Students apply and are accepted based on grades & interests. Students will take four classes, including English at ACE.

Learning at A.C.E. Each student will experience hands-on projects in the “design and build industry.” Students can earn entry into advanced and apprenticeship training programs. Questions? See Mrs. Blaser in Counseling

Benefits of CAL & ACE No Cost to attend Students spend 3 periods at GHS and the remainder of the day at CAL/ACE Transportation is provided Hands on learning environment Mentoring with professionals within your chosen area of study

Forecast Process 1. Receive forecast sheet from teacher 2. Fill in personal information 3. Select required classes 4. Select electives 5. Get signatures 6. Return to teacher by due date

Counselors A – B and ELL: Armando Gonzales C – Ha: Laura Blaser He – L: Gloria Hull M – S: Susan Fields S - Z: Re’nice Siefer

Forecast Sheet After you have completed the personal data section, Mark core course selections with an “X” Mark alternates with A1, A2, and A3 in order of preference. Note: You may get an alternate so choose carefully. Choose classes for English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Health. Get signatures of teachers as indicated. Include parent/guardian signature

Remember: Aides: One period per semester Requires teacher’s signature Cannot aide during teacher’s prep time

Credit Recovery To make up credits: SUN Program Night School Summer School Online School Classes must be approved by your counselor prior to registration

Choosing core classes

English Sequence English 1-2English 3-4Junior EnglishSenior English *Honors English 3-4 IB Junior EnglishIB Senior English *Students must apply for Honors English 3-4

Math 3 years of math (Algebra 1 and higher) are required to graduate If you fail either semester, you must discuss with math teacher. You need a plan to catch up.

Math 3 years of math (Algebra 1 and higher) are required to graduate If you fail either semester, you must discuss with math teacher. You need a plan to catch up.

Math Sequence Choice of class requires teacher’s signature. Sequence BAlgebra 1Algebra 1.5GeometryAlgebra 2 Sequence CGeometryAlgebra 2 IB Math SL IB Math HL IB Math Studies Sequence AAlgebra 1GeometryAlgebra 2 IB Math SL IB Math Studies

Social Studies Regular Sequence US History Government & Economics Global Perspectives IB Sequence *Requires signatures Honors Government & Economics IB History of the Americas IB World History

Science  The choices for sophomore science: Biology or Chemistry.  The choices for junior science:  College Prep: Chemistry, Physics, IB Biology SL, IB Physics  Other Science classes: Zoology, Botany, Earth Science  Your teacher must approve your choice.

Science IB Sequence *Requires signatures Physical ScienceChemistryIB Biology SLIB Biology HL Sequence A Physical Science Biology College Prep classes: Chemistry, Physics, IB Biology SL, IB Physics Other Science classes: Zoology, Botany, Earth Science

Health Your 2 nd semester of health will be taken during your Senior year.

Physical Education Elective PE classes can be repeated multiple semesters. Strength and Conditioning Lifetime Fitness Team Sports * Mark your sheet if you want it for a full year.

Forecasting Form Mark choices with an “X” Select a minimum of 3 alternates Mark with an “A1, A2, A3…” Get signatures if course is in Bold print

ALERT! Talk with parents, teachers and counselor before choosing your classes. Choose very carefully. Schedule changes are almost impossible. IB level courses will not be changed.

People to Know! Your counselor Kendra Maddox, College and Career Center and Scholarships Barbara Cooke, Academic Portfolio/CRLE Carol Sweere, Registrar (transcripts) Chris Smith, IB Coordinator

What’s next? 1. Complete forecast sheet with choices & signatures. 2. Turn in form to teacher by due date. 3. You will input your choices into the computer. 4. Be sure your computer choices are all marked on the forecast sheet. These MUST match.

If you need help: Your counselor is happy to see you! Before/after school During Lunch By Appointments

counseling.ghs.gresham.k12.or.us On the counseling webpage: Contact information for your counselor Course Planning Guide Forecasting forms, power points Mental Health/Community resources Announcements And MORE! GHS Counseling Website

Your counselor looks forward to meeting with you!