1. Forecasting Incoming Juniors
WELCOME!
Forecasting
Incoming Juniors

2. Forecasting: Step by Step
Fill out Forecasting Sheet.
Research classes.
Get signatures from your parents and teachers.
Use Course Planning Guide for help.
Meet with your counselor as needed.
Enter class choices online.
Turn in your form!

3. StudentVue
You MUST know your StudentVue USERNAME and PASSWORD in order to forecast!
If you don’t have one or both of these you must go to the main office and request this before your forecasting day.

4. What To Consider When Forecasting
Graduation Requirements
General University Requirements
NCAA Requirements
Scholars Diploma
Special Programs offered to GHS students:
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Center For Advanced Learning (CAL)

5. Graduation Credit Requirements
Language Arts
Social Studies
Math
Science
Physical Ed
Health
Career/Fine Arts/Tech
/World Language
Electives
Total Credits Required: 24

6. GRADUATION IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY, SO DON’T WAIT!
CREDIT RECOVERY
There are several ways you can make up a class that you’ve failed.
Classes must be approved by your COUNSELOR prior to registration.
If you have questions, make an appointment to see your Counselor ASAP!
GRADUATION IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY, SO DON’T WAIT!

7. How many classes do I take?
Freshmen = 7 Classes
Sophomores = 7 classes
Juniors take at least 6 classes.
Seniors take at least 4 classes.

8. General University Requirements
A minimum grade of “C” in core courses
4 years of English
3 years of Mathematics - (including Algebra 2)
3 years of Science
3 years of Social Studies
2 years of the same World Language
16 academic credits in core subject areas
.5 credit in a Visual/Performing Fine Arts class is recommended

9. Additional College Requirements
Minimum grade point averages for admission:
3.00 for U of O (Review)
3.00 for OSU, PSU, OIT, SOU
2.75 for EOU, WOU
Universities also require ACT/SAT test scores.

10. Honor Roll & Athletics Honor Roll requires 6 graded classes.
Any class taken for Pass/No Pass credit will not count.
Participating in Athletics requires passing 5 graded classes.
For NCAA eligibility:
Need 16 Core Credits
Register with NCAA Junior Year
See Athletic Director for Questions.

11. 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.

12. International Baccalaureate (IB)
IB classes are the most challenging courses offered at GHS for Juniors and Seniors.
IB Program Options:
Earn a full IB diploma
Take 4 years of a World Language
Take IB Tests and Earn college credit
Take one or more IB classes in strong subject area
Questions? See Mrs. Childress or your School Counselor.

13. Benefits of the IB Program
Best preparation for a 4-year college
Begin earning college credits while still in high school.
Universities value IB students and over 1,900 colleges have policies to recognize IB.

14. Center for Advanced Learning (CAL)
CAL offers advanced courses in 5 technology-based fields for juniors and seniors:
Digital Media, Video and Design
Computer Systems – Cybersecurity, Game Design and Programming
Medical and Dental
Engineering & Manufacturing
CHANGElab - Entrepreneurship

15. Benefits of CAL 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

16. Forecasting Sheet After you have completed the personal data section,
Fill out Forecasting Sheet.
Research classes.
Get signatures from your parents and teachers.
Use Course Planning Guide for help.
Meet with your counselor as needed.
Turn in form to your teacher by due date.
Enter class choices online.

17. Choosing CORE Classes For ENGLISH, MATH, SCIENCE & SOCIAL STUDIES:
CONSULT WITH YOUR TEACHERS TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT CLASSES!
TEACHERS WILL LOOK OVER FORMS AND SIGN.
USE THE COURSE PLANNING GUIDE FOR HELP!

18. Forecasting for CAL Fill out Forecasting Sheet as a GHS student.
Mark the CAL box on the sheet.
Pick up an application in the Counseling Office.
You will be notified if you are accepted.
Your schedule will be adjusted for next year.

19. Forecasting for IB
Supplemental IB Information Form is Available in the Counseling Office
Turn in this Form along with Regular Forecasting Sheet
See Ms. Childress, IB Coordinator for Questions

20. Electives Grades in electives DO MATTER! Remember Teacher Aides:
Choose electives CAREFULLY! Changes are hard to make!
Grades in electives DO MATTER!
Remember Teacher Aides:
One period per semester
Requires teacher’s signature
Cannot aide during teacher’s prep time

21. More Questions? Your counselor is happy to see you!
Come by the Counseling Office…
After school
During Lunch
By Appointments

22. Who is my Counselor? A – E: Ms. Theresa Jahangir
SUBSTIITUTE: MS. JUDY KELLER
F – K: Ms. Shamai Larsen
L – Ma, ELL: Mrs. Gloria Hull
Mc – Ri: Ms. Susan Fields
Ro – Z: Ms. Laura Blaser

23. GHS Counseling Website
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!

24. Your counselor looks forward to meeting with you!