1. 10th Grade - Georgia Career Information System (GCIS)
Archer High School

2. Who is my Counselor?
Why?

3. Dual Enrollment
Opportunity for high school students to earn college credit during high school
Gwinnett Technical College & Georgia Gwinnett College
Enrolled full-time or part time
Transportation is not provided
Must meet all entry requirements for the college Dual Enrollment program (GPA, SAT/ACT/Accuplacer Scores, etc.)

4. GGC
GTC
Please check the college website for eligibility requirements including test scores, required documents and GPA (if applicable).
Fall Application Deadline: May 1st
Fall Application Deadline:
May 1st
Contact Info:
Contact Info:

5. Grayson Technical
Opportunity for students to gain exposure in their projected area of study
Attend Archer and Grayson Tech (half & half)
Transportation is not provided
Embedded academic credits
Must apply Online (GCPS Computer)
Apply now! Before 3/12/2018

6. Pathways

7. Maxwell HS of Technology
Opportunity for students to gain exposure in their projected area of study
Attend Archer and Maxwell HS(half & half)
Transportation is provided
Embedded academic credits
Must apply Online (GCPS Computer)
Apply now! Before 3/14/2018

9. Credits 23 credits to Graduate
4 credits English
4 credits Math
4 credits Science (Bio, Chem, Physics, Elective)
3 credits Social Studies (World, US, Econ/Poli Sys)
3 credits Fine art/Tech/Foreign Language)
4 credits elective
.5 Health/ .5 Personal Fitness
Pass Gateway exam (Science & Social Studies)

10. Staying on Track
If you fail any courses, please contact your school counselor.
There are options to get back on track for graduation
Summer School
Credit Recovery
Gwinnett Online Campus
Phoenix High School

11. Clubs & Activities Get involved!
Great way to meet new people and gain new experiences
Colleges, Universities and Tech Schools want to see that you are invested in your school and community. Colleges are looking to admit students who will be invested in their college and surrounding community (not just during your senior year).
Archer’s website -> Academics
->Parent/Student resources -> Clubs and Activities and Student Groups

12. Sophomore Timeline
Review high school graduation requirements, college entrance requirements, and collegiate athletic requirements.
Take career interest inventories to determine possible career choices.  
Maintain/build your GPA
Extracurricular activities and volunteer work -leadership roles
Research colleges and universities; explore possible majors and careers
Visit colleges- figure out your likes and dislikes
Research financial aid information
Make your summer count. Find opportunities to study, volunteer, or explore an area of interest.

13. Junior Timeline Sign up for SAT/ACT Prep classes
Take 1st SAT/ACT – Spring
Make a college list – Spring
College visits – Spring break/Summer
Final college List – Summer
Begin writing college essay – Summer
Start college applications – Early Senior year
Submit applications – Fall/Winter Senior year
Research/Apply for scholarships – Fall/Spring Senior year

15. GA Futures & SS#
Students must have an active GA Futures account with a complete “Profile” section that includes full LEGAL NAME, address and SS#.
Students must also have their SS# on file at Archer HS. You must bring your card or a copy of your card to the counseling office.
HOPE GPA and transcript requests
Make sure that this is completed before the start of your senior year!