1. Freshmen/sophomore information session

2. Reagan counselors Counselor Alpha Email Tammy Wickline A – BEL
Kelly Quiroz
BEM – CU
Jennifer Peel
CV – GIG
Matt Eidson
GIL – KAI
Jackie Schrecongost
KAJ – MEF
Michelle Tanner
MEG – P
Stacy Blattner
Q – SOU
Michelle Wilson
SOV – Z
Cathy Jones
STAN

3. Sign up for the Counseling Office Remind
For Freshmen updates, to #81010 For Sophomore updates, to #81010 For Junior updates, to #81010 For Senior updates, to #81010 For AP Student updates, to #81010

4. Tips for survival Adapting to 9th grade
Learn study habits that work well for you.
Learn what organizational skills make you successful.
Practice good note taking.
Get involved in clubs and organizations.

5. Counseling Website

6. Graduation requirements
Courses
Foundation Program
Foundation Program with Endorsement
Foundation Program with Distinguished Level of Achievement (with Endorsement)
English Language Arts
4 credits
Mathematics
3 credits
4 credits (Algebra II Required)
Science
Social Studies
Languages other than English (LOTE)
2 credits
Physical Education
1 credit
Health Education
.5 credit
Fine Arts
Electives
4.5 credits
6.5 credits
TOTAL 22 26

7. PROMOTION POLICY STAAR/EOC
9th GRADE Promotion from 8th Grade/0-5.5 Credits
10th GRADE Credits
11th GRADE Credits
12th GRADE Credits OR The student is able to enroll in all courses needed to graduate at the end of the current school year.
**If students do not pass a required class, they must retake that class until they are successful. There is no social promotion.
STAAR/EOC
The required EOC exams will be English I, English II, Algebra I, Biology, and US History. Students must pass these exams as part of their graduation requirements.

8. Attendance Incentives

9. Options for endorsements
Multidisciplinary Studies
STEM
Public Services
Business and Industry
Arts and Humanities
*Students can choose one of these five endorsement options. Some of the basic credits may also count towards an endorsement, depending on which endorsement you choose. You can change your endorsement at any time and also complete the requirements of multiple endorsements. Please ask your counselor for more details.
*Colleges do not require any specific endorsement, however many prefer the Multidisciplinary Studies-Academic Four Core. Refer to your university’s website for their preferences.

10. Transcripts
Unofficial copy of transcript is accessible via Skyward under Portfolio tab.
Your academic performance in high school is now being recorded on a transcript.
A transcript lists every semester grade you earned in every class you took that earned high school credit, arranged by subject and year.
You must send a transcript to every college you apply to your senior year. Some employers may request one, as well.
Universities and Colleges want to know how well you have done in school from 9th to 11th grade. 9th grade means as much as 11th grade.
10th graders should be able to see

11. Courses are arranged by subject and year taken
Key for readers to know what the special codes mean is at the very bottom.
Q=Pre-AP
Weighted Rank Average is on transcript, not overall average.

12. Course level and rank
Required graduation courses, up to a maximum of 26 credits, taken in grades through the end of the seventh semester will be used to calculate class rank. This will include credits for elective courses.
Elective courses that produce the highest weighted grade will be used to calculate rank. Class rank will be based upon a weighted grade average (WGA). If student takes 8 elective courses, the 6.5 courses with the highest grades will be used.
Weighted rank and grade averages (WGA) are determined by multiplying each semester grade of a course by a multiplier (1.15 Pre-AP, 1.29 AP) and computing an average. The rank factor recognizes differences in level of difficulty between Advanced Placement, Pre-Advanced Placement, and Regular coursework.

13. Course level and rank
The WGA (Weighted Grade Average) determines the rank in class. The student earning the highest WGA is ranked number one, and all others take the following positions in increasing numeric order. Students are ranked with the group of students with whom they entered grade nine, called their cohort.
Students will receive ranks during their second, fourth, sixth, and seventh semesters of High School. Students will see the 2 semester rank and grade average on their transcript after the 1st report card in October of a students’ 10th grade year.
Each student’s weighted cumulative grade average on required classes for graduation is used to assign a rank position. (Exceptions: Credit By Exam grades and courses taken in Middle School)
Correspondence courses and classes taken in summer school before ninth grade year count towards rank.

14. COURSE AND RANK Course Level Rank Factor
Students are able to earn college credit by taking Advanced Placement Courses. Some of these courses include Dual Credit classes.
The rank factor recognizes differences in level of difficulty between courses. It is not added to the grade earned. It is only calculated to factor your weighted Rank and Grade Average.
With the exception of UT Austin, all public universities in Texas (once student applies) accept any student who graduates in the top 10% of their High School Senior class. UT determines their own percentage, i.e. top 6%.
Course Level
Rank Factor
Advanced Placement (AP) and Dual Credit AP
1.29
Pre-Advanced Placement, Honors, GT non-AP, and Dual Credit non-AP
1.15
Regular
1.00

15. How To Calculate Your Grade Averages

16. Honor Graduate Designations Cumulative Grade Average
Honor graduates
Students achieving high standards of academic excellence shall be recognized at the graduation ceremony based on the following criteria:
Completion of the Foundations High School Program-Distinguished Level Of Achievement (DLOA)
Overall weighted grade average (WGA) for ALL courses taken in high school through the end of seventh semester is greater than or equal to 90.
2nd semester of 12th grade is not calculated for rank or honor grad status.
WGA does not round up. For example, a is still a 99.
Honor Graduates meeting the criteria specified above shall be designated as follows:
Honor Graduate Designations
Cumulative Grade Average
Summa Cum Laude
100+
Magna Cum Laude
95-99
Cum Laude
90-94

17. Skyward Family Access
A secure site that gives parents and students more information about the student’s daily performance at school including grades, attendance, and food service.
You can also teachers through the Skyward Family Access.
To register visit or download the phone app.
Students should be able to log in using the same login credentials used on campus.
For any login or technical issues with Skyward please call the NEISD Help Desk at

18. Individualized graduation plan (IGP)
An IGP is a 4 year plan of courses.
All Freshmen will complete an IGP.
Parents will be able to view their child’s graduation plan and selected endorsement through Skyward Family Access once it is made available.
Students will be able make changes to their IGPs throughout high school.

19. PSAT/NMSQT
All Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors at Reagan will take the PSAT on October 16, 2019.
Along with the test results, students will receive information to connect to College Board and Khan Academy accounts for free personalized study recommendations.
Scores from the 11th grade PSAT will be used to determine which students are National Merit Scholars.

20. Helpful resources for college/Career planning
College Board is a not-for-profit organization that connects students to college success and opportunity.
Cafe College is a one-stop shop for college access, advice, guidance, and workshops. All services are free of charge and available in Spanish to all.
Located at 131 El Paso St., San Antonio, TX 78204
Kuder will help students learn more about themselves, their strengths, and what careers may be a good fit for them.
a website that helps 9-12th grade students prepare for college by earning scholarships for their achievements in high school. Over 250 colleges and universities have partnered with RaiseMe, and award micro-scholarships for both academics and extracurricular activities.

21. College Admission/trade school/ military service Advisers

22. Things to keep in mind
The following items are good to keep track of throughout your years in high school.
Resume
Community Service Log-available in Skyward
Work Experience
Extra Curricular Activities
NEISD College Night-October 30th , Blossom Athletic Center
Reagan PTA College Night – Spring 2020

23. Things to keep in mind
It is ok for your child to struggle. There are valuable lessons in the struggle.
We want to help your child become a self-advocate.
Look for a college that fits your child and your bank account.
You should start searching for scholarships now.
Cell phones and laptops are not required for ANY class in high school.
You can and should go through your child’s phone and room. Trust your gut!
Your child can be a horrible high school student and excel in college and life.
Your child’s well-being is what’s most important. Don’t compare with other’s kids.
These 4 years will go by fast. Try to make the most of every moment with your child.

24. Contact your counselor for questions!