1. CCR MEETING JUNIORS

2. Powerschool App Go to App store.
Search and download the Powerschool App.
The District Code is BLXT.
If you need help with the parent username and password, please see Scott Sharp or Heidi Oswald.

3. Graduation Requirements

4. Failed Courses
Make up with Teacher - $40 (quarter following when F was issued.)
After School make up at SEA - $40
Electronic High School - Free
BYU Independent Study - $$$
All make up credit for graduation must be completed by April 15th.
YOU are responsible for verifying the grade change on your transcript.

5. Diplomas Cedar High Diploma Iron County Diploma
Cedar High Requirements 28 Credits
Participate in the Cedar High graduation ceremony.
Iron County Diploma
Fulfill state requirements 24 Credits,
Student cannot participate in Cedar High graduation ceremony, but may participate in the ceremony at the alternative high school, SEA.

6. Graduation Recognition
Diploma Of Merit - awarded to students who have pursued a more in-depth program of study. Applications are due in February.
Academic Medallion - a 3.8 cumulative GPA each year during high school will automatically qualify
CTE Pathway Completer - More in depth program of study in the CTE programs. It will be awarded if requirements are completed.

7. Sterling Scholar
Categories
Business and Marketing
Computer Technology
Dance
English
Family and Consumer Sciences
General Scholarship
Mathematics
Music
Science
Skilled & Technical Sciences Education
Social Science
Speech and Drama
Visual Arts
World Languages
If you are interested in the Sterling Scholar program, you need to start planning now. Taking rigorous classes, building your resume, improving your talent, and improving your test scores and GPA are all essential components.

8. Important Dates December 15: Iron County School District Career Fair
December 21-January 1: Christmas break
January 15: End of Quarter 2
January 18: MLK – No School
February 15: President’s Day – No School
February 1-5: Spring CCR week –EARLY OUT - NO LATE START
March 1: ACT test
March 7-11: Spring Break
March 25: End of Quarter 3
May 24: Senior Awards Night/Freshmen Orientation
May 27: Last Day of School
September 28-October 2: Fall CCR Week –EARLY OUT - NO LATE START
October 14: PSAT
October 19-21: Fall Recess/Harvest Holiday
October 13: End of Quarter 1
November 3: PLAN Test
November 6: College Tour
November 14: Sterling Scholar applications due
November 16-20: College Application week
November 25-27: Thanksgiving break
December 1: Priority Deadline SUU and most colleges
December 8: ASVAB test

9. Cedar High ACT Test
Every junior will take the ACT on March 1st at CHS. There will be no charge for this testing date.

10. ACT Prep Classes
Starting September 28 in rooms 504 and from 3 to 5.
If you have questions Lisa Dastrup

11. ACT Test If you have not taken the ACT, schedule it ASAP Register at CHS Code:
Test Dates
Deadline
Late Fee
Oct. 24
Sept. 18
Oct. 2
Dec. 12
Nov. 6
Nov.20
Feb. 6
Jan. 8
Jan. 15
April. 9
Mar. 4
Mar. 18
June. 11
May. 6
May. 20

12. Campus Visits
Most Colleges/Universities offer free or low cost weekend visits.
Take Advantage!

13. NCAA Eligibility Center
If you are thinking about participating in athletics in college, you need to register with the NCAA at NCAA requires more academic classes than are required for graduation.

14. Utah Scholars Initiative
The Utah Scholars Initiative is a high impact academic program intended to motivate students to complete a defined curriculum while in high school to better prepare them for college and future employment. We focus on helping students understand the academic preparation needed to succeed in postsecondary education and the workforce. Register at utahscholars.org
4 credits of English
4 years of progressive math
3.5 Social Science
3 credits of lab-based science( Biology,
Chemistry, and Physics)
2 credits of progressive World language.

15. Regents Scholarship Base Award (maximum value $1000 one-time payment)
Regents Scholarship is awarded to students who take a more rigorous high school schedule. Students are required to take 4 credits of English, 4 years of progressive math, 3.5 Social Science, 3 credits of lab-based science(Biology, Chemistry, and Physics), and 2 credits of progressive World language. Student can receive two potential awards.
Base Award (maximum value $1000 one-time payment)
3.0 high GPA
No Grade below a “C”
Take the ACT
Exemplary Academic Achievement Award (flat dollar amount, maximum value $1250 per semester for up to four semesters)
3.5 GPA
No Grade below a “B”
26 ACT

16. Start Search for Scholarships Now
EVERY college and university has its own deadlines. Be sure to check the websites.
There are many options to search for scholarships. Some include :Utahfutures.org, the CHS website counseling page, and Fastweb or meet with your counselor.

17. PSAT Test October 14 -Fee $15
Designed for Juniors but Sophomores can take to prepare for the next year.
The PSAT/NMSQT assesses reading, math, and writing skills; provides excellent practice for the SAT; and connects students to scholarships and personalized online tools. There are limited number of tests ordered, so register early. This test is used to determine National Merit winners.

18. Military Contact Info
Utah National Guard:
Utah Army National Guard ROTC:
Navy :
Marines :
Army :
Air Force:

19. Utah College of Applied Technology
Nine locations in Utah with 76 Career Programs available. Call SWATC for more information Affordable tuition, flexible scheduling, hands-on training, short-term graduation (6-12 month programs), employer training

20. Job Corps
Utah:
Job Corps is a comprehensive technical training program for ages Students live on campus and have up to two years to complete their training. Funded by the US Department of Labor, Job Corps trains 62,000 students each year at 122 centers across the country.

21. The Learning Center Located in the Library 6 - 9 pm Monday - Thursday
7:30 - 9:30 Wednesday Morning (During late start)
Math Tutors Available
Computer Lab Available
A place to study and get help.

22. Please complete Counseling Survey.
Parent Survey
Please complete Counseling Survey.

23. Thank you for attending your CCR meeting
Thank you for attending your CCR meeting. If you have any further questions, your Counselor with be available by appointment