1. Welcome to Campus High School
Sophomore/Junior Parent Meeting
August 22, 2017

2. Class of 2019/2020
Mr. Michael
Juniors
Mr. Hook
Sophomores

3. Sophomore class sponsor
Mrs. Pritchett
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4. Junior Class Sponsor
Ms. McWilliams
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5. CAMPUS VISION Graduation rate of 93%
80% of students will be at grade level or above in math and reading
Average score of 23 on ACT
Provide safe and nurturing environment.
Individual plan of students for all students,

6. Credits required for grade level
0-5 Freshmen
6+ Sophomore
13+ Junior
20+ Senior
Students can achieve 8 credits per year.
**Students can’t get a college scholarship in the sophomore year but they can lose one- Stay focused!
Quick Stat: 90% of students who make it to their Junior year on track are likely to graduate on time.
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7. Diploma tracks We have 4 diploma tracks at Campus. Basic diploma
Qualified Admissions
Kansas Scholars
International Baccalaureate
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8. Basic Graduation Requirements
4 English (.5 speech) 3 Math 3 Science 3 Social Studies 1 Physical Education 1 Fine Art 12 Electives 27
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Discuss credit recovery for Juniors (most commonly—English credits). During After-School tutoring T,W,TH. Cost is $160 per half credit. See Mr. Zemanick for forms.

9. Qualified Admissions Performance Requirements
Complete the pre-college or Kansas Scholars Curriculum with at least a 2.0 GPA.
And one of the following: ACT score of 21, SAT score of 980, graduate in top 1/3 of class,
And achieve a 2.0 GPA on any college qualified credit taken in HS.
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10. Kansas College Qualified Admission Requirements
4 English( must take 11th and 12th College Bound English or 11th/12th Honors English)
3 math(Alg I, Geom, Alg II) Math & ACT math sub-score of 22 or take a 4th math class in HS.
3 Science, one unit must be Chemistry or Physics.
3 Social Studies
1 Physical Education
1 Fine Art
**Courses completed in middle school/junior high do not count towards qualified admissions.
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11. Kansas Scholars Curriculum
4 English (11th and 12th College Bound )
4 Math (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, College Algebra, Trigonometry, AP Statistics, AP Calculus)
3 Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
3 Social Studies
1 Physical Education
1 Fine Art
2 credits of the same Foreign Language
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12. International Baccalaureate
Begins Junior year.
The IB Diploma Program is a rigorous pre-university course of studies that meets the needs of highly motivated students between the ages of years. The program is a “whole person” approach emphasizing helping students learn how to learn and how to analyze. Students will appreciate different cultures and attitudes in a flexible academic environment.
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13. ATHLETICS and ACTIVITIES eligibility
Participation and grades/attendance are related
KSHSAA eligibility requirement: Student must pass 5 classes in the previous semester to participate. Eligibility this fall is dependent upon grades last semester.
Mr. Godwin is the administrator in charge of activity eligibility X1006
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14. Come to school every day
5 absences per class per semester.
Parental authorization is required to avoid a truancy detention- call or write a note.
80% of success is showing up every day.
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15. Why take Honors/AP classes
AP classes provide rigor found in the collegiate environment.
Students can earn college credit-Cheap!
Students who take AP classes in HS are more likely to graduate college in 4 years.
31 % of colleges consider a student’s AP experience favorably for scholarship consideration, advantage for private school selection for admission.
Numerous classes for dual credit.
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16. Mrs. Moree College and Career Counselor
CHS works to develop academic strengths/interests of students
Career Cruising- Career interest, plan of study and college searches.
WATC
Dual Credit classes -
AP Courses
Scholarships

17. WATC Blocks of Courses
Students can begin taking blocks of classes after sophomore year.
Senate Bill 155 pays tuition costs.
Juniors & Seniors half day at Campus/WATC
Students must be on track with core classes

18. How do students earn scholarships?
Grade Point Average
ACT Score
Involvement

19. Can my Sophomore begin taking the ACT?
Yes, the ACT is offered at CHS 6 times per year. (Saturdays)
National dates:
September 9 Due by Aug 4
October 28 Due by Sept 22
December 9 Due by Nov 3
February 10 Due by Jan 12
April 14 Due by March 9
June 9 Due by May 4
Pick up a registration packet in the counseling office or register online at
$ Can take ACT 12 times
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20. Why take the ACT?
Repetition- learn how to take the test. Much is gained from each experience.
Students who begin taking the ACT before their senior year score on average 2 points better than those who wait.
If college attendance is dependent upon a scholarship then it makes no sense to miss an opportunity to test-every test missed is gone forever.
Students on free/reduced lunches can get 2 free ACT tests beginning junior year.
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21. ACT: Power Prep, Inc. Power Prep Class
September 22, 2017 and Spring TBA
Part One: 9:00am-11:30am
Lunch 11:30-12:30
Part Two: 12:30pm-3:00pm
Cost $25 per student
Sign up in the Counseling Office—limit of 50 students
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22. What is the PSAT/NMSQT?
The PSAT is the national test used to determine National Merit Scholars- the top 5% of juniors in the nation.
The PSAT is available to 10th graders for practice, Juniors can take this test to participate in the National Merit Scholarship Program, the test is voluntary, cost is $15.
Students in the top 20% of their class are encouraged to take the test.
Test date is October 11th.
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23. Common traits of successful students
Successful students have a routine of study- all students will have homework.
Successful students come to school every day.
Successful students know how to ask for help.
Successful students set goals.
Successful students are involved in activities at school.
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24. Problem checklist Things seem a little fishy?
Talk to your student and Call or the teacher first.
Consult the school handbook, check powerschool regularly. Know the late work turn in policy for each dept.
Encourage your student to communicate with their teacher.
Arrange for a conference with the teacher/ the teacher through powerschool.
Arrange for a meeting with administration/teacher.
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25. When are grades available?
Progress reports 10/13, 12/21, 3/9
5/17 (mailed)
Cumulative semester grades
Parent/Student/Teacher conferences- October 16, 18, 19 February 5, 7, 8
Parents may check a student’s progress at any time on the parent powerschool portal.
Do not come to conferences without your student.
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26. Help is always available
Students can get extra help in seminar.
Teachers are available before and after school and by appointment.
Campus High School tutoring program- available to all students Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday after school in room C-16.
No Appt. necessary.
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27. Statements that disempower students
“I was never any good at that”
“They don’t teach it right”
“They didn’t like me when I went there either”
“The teacher doesn’t like you”
“You've never understood that”
“They don’t understand you”
“It’s not your fault”
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28. How to empower your student
“Do better on the next one”
“Have you talked to your teacher” “have you considered going in early for help?”
“I think we need to consider some extra help”
“Did you do your best?”
“What can we do to help you?”
“What was your understanding of the assignment?”
“Are you satisfied with your effort?”
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29. What can you do to help your student?
Discuss proper cell phone usage.
Help them keep relationships in perspective.
Monitor their computer/social network usage.
Discourage your student from managing a conflict by text or social network.
Visit with them regularly about their conflicts.
Encourage them to turn in assignments.
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30. National Honor Society
Open to 10th, 11th and 12th graders with a teacher recommendation and 3.5 GPA.
Great organization for leadership opportunities.
All students with a 3.5 GPA will be invited to apply during the spring semester.
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31. What is HOBY?
HOBY (Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership Program) is a worldwide leadership program just for Sophomores. We will select 1 Campus student as a representative to attend a leadership experience (WSU/KSU) in the summer of The experience is free of charge, the student will be chosen by an essay contest. Applications are available in the counseling center. Essay deadline is September 29.
Check it out at HOBY.ORG
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32. Driver Education
Drivers education will be available in the summer, sign up begins during spring enrollment conferences held in February at enrollment conferences.
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33. Campus Administration
Myron Regier- Seniors
Assistant Principals
Bruce Lolling-Freshmen
Glenda Cowell- Sophomores/Activities
Joe Sailors- Juniors/IB Program
Josh Godwin- Athletics
Contact information

34. Campus Guidance Department
Walter Zemanick- Senior counselor, Department Director
Jeff Michael- Junior Counselor
Todd Hook- Sophomore Counselor
Stacy Parks- Freshman Counselor
Mardy Moree- College and Career Counselor
Sheri Tucker- Registrar
Pam Burkett- Office Manager

35. CHS Support Services Cindy Sherman- Transition Coordinator
Barbara Petik- School Psychologist
Adam Rorabaugh- School Psychologist

36. Questions, call or email us:
Jeff Michael,
Todd Hook,

37. Helpful Websites http://www.usd261.com/Campus/Counseling/resources.htm