1. WELCOME Junior class!

2. What you need to know this year!
Juniors 101
What you need to know this year!

3. COUNSELORS! Meet our counseling staff: Mrs. Jacqueline Travis A-D
Ms. Terri Ramsey- E-He and (special services)
Ms. Debbie Conaway- Hi-M
Ms. Stephanie Stevenson N-Sh
Mrs. Cindy Larson Si-Z

4. Student Assistance Counselor Mrs. Nancy Allen
Personal, social, and emotional support

5. Mrs. Danette Johnston Secretary
General information concerning counseling dept. Transcript requests Homework Requests

6. Mrs. Janet Adams Registrar
Transcripts Sending and Receiving Records Report Cards Data Entry

7. Points of Pride
Birdville students are part of a comprehensive and challenging four-year course of study.
Over 92% Birdville graduates attended a four-year or two year college program.
BHS offers a number of advanced placement courses and other unique instructional programs.
Birdville High School consists of students who pride themselves on high academic and co-curricular achievements.

8. Birdville HB5 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
26 Credits To
Graduate
4 English Credits 4 Math Credits 4 Science Credits 3 Social Studies Credits- recommended to take 4 years 2 World Languages 1 Physical Education 1 Fine Arts .5 Health/ .5 Speech .5 Technology credit 5.5 Endorsement Electives *Pass 5 EOC- Biology, Algebra, English 1, English 2, US History

9. STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) Business and Industry
Endorsements
STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math)
Business and Industry
Public Services
Arts and Humanities
Multidisciplinary

10. HB5 Graduation Plan Endorsements
English- 4 credits Math- 4 credits Science- 4 credits Social Studies- 3-4 credits Foreign Language- 2 credits Physical Education- 1 credit Fine Arts- 1 credit Heath- .5 credit Professional Communications- .5 credit Technology- .5 credit Endorsement/Electives- 5.5 credits 26 total credits
Endorsements
Stem (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Business and Industry
Public Services
Arts and Humanities
Multi-disciplinary
Other questions or different graduation plan- your counselor will verify with you during senior meetings beginning this month

11. HB5 Graduation Plan
A student may earn a performance acknowledgement on their diploma and transcript for outstanding performance on any of the following:
Completing at least 12 hours of college academic courses including those taken for dual credit and advanced technical credit
In bilingualism and biliteracy
On a college AP exam
On the PSAT, ACT-PLAN, SAT or ACT
For earning a nationally or internationally recognized industry certification
To earn a distinguished level of achievement you must successfully complete the curriculum requirements for at least one endorsement, including 4 credits in science and 4 credits in mathematics to include Algebra 2.

12. Grades and GPA GPA = Grade Point Average
Started with your freshmen year and goes until the end of your senior year.
Cumulative GPA: every grade you’ve earned in high school
Birdville High School Reports our GPA on a 100 pt. scale
Rank is determined by GPA.
Freshmen year is the foundation year for rank and GPA so start strong and stay strong. If you didn’t do well freshmen year then start fresh this year and make improvements.
The key to a good GPA is good grades and good attendance.

13. Cost
Approximately $177 per 3 hour course plus textbooks.
Requirements: Must show college readiness by having high enough scores on ACT or SAT or by passing the TSI (Texas Success Initiative)
TCC Dual Credit
Great Deal

14. TCC Continued Senior year options:
English: You will earn Comp 1, Comp 2, and Brit. Lit credit. 9 hours of college credit upon successful completion of each course. You must complete all 3 courses in English to get the high school credit. Approximately 3 hours for Govt., Econ. College Algebra, and Pre-Cal.

15. Dual Credit BCTAL
Dual Credit Accounting at the BCTAL (course is paid for by the BCTAL) 6 hours college credit . Aviation Mechanics fees are also paid for by CTE and so is tool kit.

16. Good Attendance
State law requires that you be in attendance in every class for 90% of the semester.
This means you can only miss approximately 8 days before you are in danger of not getting credit for classes even if you are passing.
If you no credit a class due to poor attendance then it will be posted onto your transcript like this 95* but in the credit column it will say 0.
This means you will have to repeat the class.
It also means you will not be able to get your VOE form. VOE stands for Verification of Enrollment. When you go to get your driver’s license you must have this form. If you have any NC’s on your transcript then you cannot get the form and will not be able to get it until after the next transcript comes out which could be almost 7 months.
Poor attendance directly impacts your grades which impacts GPA.
You also run the risk of having truancy filed against your which means court appearances and fines.

17. BCTAL (Birdville Center of Technology and Advanced Learning)
BCTAL offers a variety of career options, many classes are two periods.
You may be able to earn certificates or licensures that will make you more employable.

18. Important Dates to remember!

19. Monday, October 23rd 6:00-8:00 PM BCTAL
COLLEGE & CAREER NIGHT
Monday, October 23rd
6:00-8:00 PM
BCTAL
There will be break out sessions for Financial Aid
Bring your parents and wear your favorite college shirt!

20. COLLEGE & CAREER NIGHT
Monday, September 18th in Fort Worth at the Amon Carter from 6-8.
Where: Texas Room at Amon Carter, Jr. Exhibit Hall
Attend one of the college and career events!

21. Texas Success Initiative formerly THEA (Accuplacer)
College Placement Test— required for Texas public colleges
Now includes a Pre- Assessment Activity (PAA)
Exemptions for certain SAT, ACT, PSAT scores

22. TEST DEADLINES & DATES
SAT I ( ACT ( Register on-line. SCHOOL CODE IS

23. Apply: SAT/ACT Scores
Students must arrange for the scores be sent straight from the testing company. You can request scores be sent from:
SAT:
ACT:
If you have not taken either exam, please schedule one AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
You may take them again and some schools “superscore” your best scores together.
Jamie

24. SAT DATES
October 7, 2017 September 8, 2017-September 19, 2017 (for mailed registrations) September 27, 2017 (for registrations made online or by phone) September 27- deadline

25. SAT DATES
November 4, 2017 October 5, October 17, 2017 (for mailed registrations) October 25, 2017 (for registrations made online or by phone) October 25, deadline

26. ACT 2017-2018 Test Date Registration Deadline (Late Fee Required)
October 28, 2017
September 22, 2017
September 23-October 6, 2017
December 9, 2017
November 3, 2017
November 4-17, 2017
February 10, 2018*
January 12, 2018
January 13-19, 2018
April 14, 2018
March 9, 2018
March 10-23, 2018
June 9, 2018
May 4, 2018
May 5-18, 2018
July 14, 2018*
June 15, 2018
June 16-22, 2018

27. Promoting to the next grade level
In order to be promoted to grade 12th grade you must have 19 credits.
In order to graduate you must have 26 credits.

28. Considerations for college:
Most colleges prefer students carry at least 4 academic classes per semester
Students need to maintain or continually improve their GPA over each semester
Most colleges re-compute academic GPAs
Many colleges give pre-AP and AP courses additional consideration when re-computing academic GPAs
World language is a requirement for admission

29. Admission to Competitive Colleges and Universities
Students who plan to apply to competitive colleges and universities should plan the most rigorous and demanding course of study available at Birdville High School.
Many students who apply to these colleges and universities will have the following credentials:

30. PREVIEW DAYS/COLLEGE VISITS
CHECK COLLEGE WEBSITES
SEE COUNSELOR BOARD FOR ADVERTISED DATES, PLACES AND TIMES
WATCH
ANNOUNCEMENTS

31. Admission to Competitive Colleges (cont.)
- 4 years of English - 4 years of Science
- 4 years of Math - 4 years of Social Studies
- 2-4 years of the same Foreign Language
Many candidates will take as many courses as possible at the Pre-AP and Advanced Placement levels.

32. Grades and GPA
Rank: your GPA compared to all the GPAs of other students in your grade-level
EX: 48/417
Transcript: Academic Record of all your high school courses, grades, GPA, rank and if you’ve met your state testing yet or not
Quartile: Your class is divided into 4 quartiles. The top quartile is the top 25% percent of the class, the second quartile is the top 50% etc. GPA also determines the quartile you are in.

34. How your grades can affect you
College:
4-Year Universities have a requirement for admissions, usually 3.0 or higher
2-Year colleges do not have a requirement, but some of the programs do
Scholarships: FREE MONEY! 
Many scholarships are based on your academic performance
The higher your GPA, the more scholarships you may be eligible for
Colleges have their own scholarships they can give you, many based on GPA

35. STAAR to Graduate December 5-7 English 1 & 2 December 4th/6th
TEST NEEDED
RETESTS
December 5-7
English 1 & 2
December 4th/6th
Algebra 1
December 5th
Biology
December 6th
US History
Test in May
STAAR
STAAR
STAAR
STAAR

36. NCAA Requirements
If you plan to play ANY sport in COLLEGE you must make sure you are fulfilling all NCAA requirements.
NCAA approved core courses for BHS can be found at

38. How your grades can affect you
Athletic/Activity Eligibility:
No PASS NO PLAY
Overall passing average
Research shows that involvement in sports/activities/clubs helps make you a better student
Time management, commitment, teamwork, responsibility
Jobs/References:
You are more hirable when you perform better
People you use as references or letters of recommendations will have better things to say!

39. What can you do To Improve your Grades?
Advocate for Yourself:
Connect with your teachers – big resource of information for your success!
Teachers have tutoring hours posted on door
Ask questions during class
Seek help outside of class
Hearing information one time may not be enough to fully understand
Khan Academy and Shmoop
Meet with your Counselor:
Problem-solve areas where you can improve
Check-in about progress

40. ScholarshipS Check counselor website
Sign up for Remind 101 alerts about scholarships
Look at Facebook posts from counseling office about scholarships
Use the internet it will be your best friend when searching for scholarships.
Check with the school you are applying to.
It’s never too early to begin applying for scholarships!
DO NOT PAY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS! THIS IS A SCAM!

41. Your study skills INVENTORY RESULTS Study Place No distractions, quiet
Same place each time you study or do homework
Have all the materials you need in one place
Read material BEFORE it’s presented in class
Take notes in class
And keep handouts and worksheets
Use these to prepare for upcoming tests/quizzes
Study for tests/quizzes!
Don’t do one cram session; study in smaller chunks the 3-5 days prior to the test
Review all notes (re-write them!) and handouts until you feel prepared
Ask questions before the test

42. Your study skills Stay organized:
Use tabs, separate folders, binders – whatever works for you!
Staying organized! Make sure you know where unfinished work can be found, and where the things you need to hand in are located
Use a planner/calendar:
Don’t rely on your memory!
Helps you plan out your study time and be more efficient
Especially if you have commitments outside of school

43. At Home
GO center
Information can be found in the counseling office and library. Students can go to careercrusing.com: Explore careers, colleges, and jobs Register for ACT/SAT Research and Apply for Scholarships Fill out College Applications Complete Financial Aid Forms Build resume

44. Stay Connected
Text Message Reminders Text type and hit send. Facebook: Look for updates on the Birdville High School FB Page. Twitter: Follow us on

45. G-Rated ONLY
Admissions, scholarship committees, employers, etc are now checking facebook/twitter, etc. Be clean and politically correct and don’t post anything to anyone you don’t want EVERYONE to see!!! It will impact your college, career and life.

46. junior year TRANSITION AND BUILDING A SOLID FOUNDATION!
Settle into a routine Take a strong academic load Commit to volunteer projects Get involved! Talk with your parents consistently! Visit colleges during lunch and breaks Make smart decisions Set goals! Your junior year gets you in, your senior keeps you in!

47. Join a BHS Sport!
FALL, WINTER
SPRING, SUMMER

48. Join clubs and activities
ASL Club
Family, Career, Community Leaders of America
JROTC
Art Club
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Math Club
Band
Fish Heads
Chinese Club
Best Buddies
Fishing Club
National Honor Society
Bus. Prof. of America
French Club
PALS
Character Counts
Golden Motion
RAWKIN HAWKS
Cheerleading
Green Teens
Science Club
Choir
Hawks in Harmony
Student Council
DECA
Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA)
Sports Medicine (athletic trainers
Drama
Journalism (Newspaper and Yearbook)
UIL Academics

49. Community Service
We believe young people bring vital resources to needs in their community and in turn gain valuable experiences that strongly impact their own lives. VOLUNTEER!

50. In short…
Doing well in school will build your confidence, give you more skills and increase your opportunities after high school, no matter what kind of student you are. We are all here to help you!

51. FINAL THOUGHTS! 1st semester sets the course Begin building a resume
Advocate for yourself
Get to know your teachers
AP/counselor

53. Best of luck on your journey!
THANK YOU!
Best of luck on your journey!