1. Germantown High School Student Services
Pre-Registration Presentation
Counselors:
Shannon Cox A-G
Taylor Walden H-N
Rebecca Cobb O-Z
Germantown High School
Germantown High School Student Services

2. Germantown High School Student Services
In order to receive all reminders from our office, please
to 81010
Germantown High School Student Services

3. GHS Graduation Requirements
English Math
(4 Carnegie Units) (4 Carnegie Units)
English I Algebra I
English II Geometry
English III Algebra II
English IV One other math
GHS Graduation Requirements

4. GHS Graduation Requirements
Science History
(4 Carnegie units) (4 Carnegie units)
Biology I MS Studies
One Physical Science World Geo.
Two other full credits World History
US History
.5 US Gov
.5 Economics

5. GHS Graduation Requirements
Health Technology
(.5 Carnegie unit) (1 Carnegie unit)
Comprehensive, STEM
Contemporary or
Individual Health
Physical Education (.5 Carnegie unit)

6. GHS Graduation Requirements
Fine Arts Electives
(1 Carnegie unit) (5 Carnegie units)
Band Any 5 credits of
Art your choice
Theatre
Choral Music

7. GHS Graduation Requirements24
total credits required

8. State Mandated Exit Exams
    All students must pass
Subject Area Tests in:
* US History
* English II
* Biology I
* Algebra I

9. Mississippi Community College Admissions
Any student who meets the graduation requirements for high school graduation is automatically eligible for entrance into a 2-year or community college.
*The ACT test is also required for admission.
Remember, a composite score of 20 on the ACT will award you FREE tuition at Holmes CC.

10. Mississippi University Admissions Requirements
There are 8 major Universities in Mississippi:
Alcorn State University
Delta State University
Jackson State University
Mississippi State University
Mississippi Valley State University
Mississippi University for Women
University of Mississippi
University of Southern Mississippi

11. Mississippi University Admissions Recommendations
English Math
(4 Carnegie Units) (4 Carnegie Units)
English I Algebra I
English II Geometry
English III Algebra II
English IV One math above Algebra II

12. Mississippi University Admissions Recommendations
Science History
(4 Carnegie Units) (4 Carnegie Units)
Biology Ms Studies/World Geo
Chemistry World History
(recommended) US History
2 other sciences Gov/Econ
Health/PE: ½ unit of each
Fine Arts: 1 unit Technology: 1 unit

13. Mississippi University Admissions Requirements
Required Elective: (2 Carnegie Units)
1st unit must be either:
Foreign Language OR Advanced World Geography
2nd unit must be one of the following:
2nd year language
Advanced World Geography
5th math
5th science

14. I want to be a SENIOR!
In order to be classified as a Senior, you must have: * completed English I, II and III * completed 3 maths * completed 13 additional units for a minimum of 18 units total

15. IMPORTANT! Please do not rely on Summer School to become a Senior!
Did you know that you must have at least a 55 in the class you fail in order to even attend Summer School? Anything lower, Summer School is not even an option!

16. Example of Class Offerings:

17. Example of Class Offerings:

18. Watch the Pre-Requisites!

19. Course Description Book
If you see a course and you want to learn more about it’s content, simply go to:
in the “Counselor” drop down, click on “Courses Descriptions”

20. English recommendations
Regular English III now =
Regular English IV or Early College next year
Accelerated English III now = Accelerated English IV, Early College, or AP English IV
(depending on your teacher’s recommendation)
AP English III now = you are highly encouraged to consider only AP English IV (pending teacher rec)
Note: to be eligible for Early College English, students must CURRENTLY have a 3.0, 18 on the ACT and 17 on ACT English

21. Early College

22. Make sure you take a math your senior year!!
Math Options
Geometry Algebra II Algebra III Ad. Math Plus
Algebra II SREB Math Early College
Essentials Calculus AP AB Cal
Algebra III
Early College
Note: to be eligible for Early College Algebra/Trig, students must currently have a 3.0, 18 on the ACT and 19 in the ACT math.
Make sure you take a math your senior year!!

23. Algebra II recommendations
If you are in Algebra II now with a 15 or lower on the ACT math = SREB math next year on the ACT math = Essentials to College Math Only those students with an ACT math score lower than 15 or 18 will be allowed to take these courses. If you have an ACT math score of 19 or higher we recommend Algebra III or Early College

24. Every Senior must take:
History
Every Senior must take:
.5 Government
.5 Economics
**Those students who meet AP requirements might consider AP Macro Econ or AP Government instead**
* (AP Requirements: Grade of an A in your current Social Studies course and your current Social Studies teacher must sign your choice sheet.)

25. (Chemistry, Physics, or Physical Science) 2 other lab based sciences
Required:
Biology
1 Physical Science
(Chemistry, Physics, or Physical Science)
2 other lab based sciences

26. Science Recommendations
The GHS Science Department recommends a B or better in Biology and Algebra I to be successful in Chemistry.
B average or better is recommended in Biology, Algebra II and Chemistry if you are considering Physics
In order to take AP Physics, students must have completed Algebra III or higher

27. What is AP and WHY take it?
AP is college-level courses taught to well-prepared high school students
WHY TAKE IT?
Gain an edge on College preparation
Stand out in the college admissions process
Broaden your knowledge
Possible College Credit

28. IMPORTANT MEETING!!

29. Mentoring Please see handout
Applications will be available with Mrs. Smith (room 214)
or Mrs. Walker (room 227)
Please adhere to the deadline – it will be a FINAL, ABSOLUTE DEADLINE. No exceptions!
Mentoring will be offered 1st or 5th blocks

30. If you are signing up for cheer, dance or any sport please sign up for: VARSITY SPORTS

31. Band will be offered last block next year
Please make note:
Band will be offered
last block next year

32. Early Dismissal
Please remember that Early Dismissal is a PRIVILEGE and is NOT a guarantee!

33. Seniors ONLY can be eligible for
NEW for
Seniors ONLY can be eligible for
LATE ARRIVAL!

34. Students with Late Arrival must arrive by 9:54am
Students must have their own transportation. There will be NO bus to transport you.
Students with Late Arrival must arrive by 9:54am
Students can NOT have Early Dismissal and Late Arrival on the same day.
Acceptable situations: A Day: Late Arrival
B Day: Early Dismissal

35. Late Arrival
Please remember that Late Arrival is a PRIVILEGE and is NOT a guarantee!

36. ACT classes available:
Academic Enrichment: ACT Prep I: designed to help students obtain an ACT score of at least a 20. Students should have scored no higher than a 20 on either the ACT or pre-ACT. ACT Prep II: designed to help students obtain an ACT score of at least a 29. Students should have scored in the mid 20’s on either the ACT or pre-ACT. Students who have taken the PSAT class are not eligible.

37. ISP
Each student has an ISP (Individual Success Plan) on file. The ISP was completed by you based on your interests at the time. You may view your ISP through your ActiveStudent account. It offers a list of suggested courses to take in order to prepare you for your desired career field. Therefore, may assist you when picking classes for next year.

38. ISP

39. Your choice sheet is due:
To your English teacher NO later than Friday, January 18 COMPLETED AND ENTERED INTO ACTIVESTUDENT! ALL alternate courses filled out AND parent signature (AND teacher signature if needed)

40. REMINDER:
If you are locked out, please see Mrs. Bergeron in the Counselor’s office.
When entering your choices into the computer, please:
DO NOT add alternate courses
Leave all courses as “required”

41. NO SCHEDULE CHANGES
Therefore,
choose wisely!

42. ACT at GHS for Juniors
ALL Juniors will take the ACT at GHS on Wednesday, February 20, We will help you register so there is nothing you need to do yet. This is one of the MOST important tests you will take in high school! Make sure you are here that day and ready to test!

43. Something to consider:
The BEST way to increase your ACT score……….. take challenging courses! Don’t take the easy way out and take easy courses! And don’t forget: a 20 on the ACT equals FREE tuition at Holmes CC!

44. What you can do to prepare for college:
Build your resume
get involved in school and the community
Work on your ACT
You will take the ACT at GHS soon if you haven’t already
Work on your GPA
Come see us with questions

45. Please make sure you return the following by Friday:
Your tri-fold choice sheet SIGNED by you and your parents with 8 choices and alternate classes
Student information sheets SIGNED by you and your parents
AP/Early College permission form (if you plan to take one of those classes) SIGNED by you and your parent
Early Dismissal/Late Arrival permission form SIGNED by you and your parent

46. Questions?