1. Getting the Most out of High School” 2015-2016 Freshman Parent Night “Getting the Most out of High School” Presented by the Oakland High School Guidance Department

2. Counseling Department Jana Hudson A-E hudsonj@rcschools.net Jessica Johnson F-L johnsonje@rcschools.net johnsonje@rcschools.net Missy Blissard M-R blissardm@rcschools.net blissardm@rcschools.net Teri Pigg S-Z piggt@rcschools.net piggt@rcschools.net Marsha Thompson-Graduation Coach thompsonma@rcschools.net@rcschools.net Jane Lisle-Secretary Lislej@rcschools.net@rcschools.net

3. Our Objective: All stakeholders will gain knowledge and skills to assist students in achieving academic and career goals.

4. What to expect in high school More courses New teachers/students More extracurricular More independence & responsibility Consequences

5. Graduation Requirements 4 Credits – English 4 Credits – Math 3 Credits – Science 3 Credits – Social Studies 2 Credits – Foreign Lang 1 Credit – Fine Art 1Credit- Wellness.5 Credit – PE2.5 Credit – Personal Finance 3 Credits – Focused Pathway 1 Credit – Electives 23 Total Credits Required

6. Diploma with Honors ACT Benchmarks English18 Math22 Reading22 Science23

7. Diploma with Distinction 3.0 GPA & One of the following Governor’s School All State Musical Organizations National Merit Finalist or Semi Finalist ACT score of 31 or higher Proficient score on 2 or more AP/IB exams IB Diploma 12 or more hours of postsecondary credit Boys/Girls State

8. Valedictorian Requirements 4.0 GPA 12 Honors or Above Courses Honors Diploma Distinction Diploma

9. Tennessee Scholars Rigorous sequence of academic courses –math, science, language, social studies Volunteer Service –80 hrs Maintain Grades –C average Attendance –95% www.tennesseescholars.org

10. What do grades mean? System of communication Measures results Establishes academic history Start strong, stay strong

11. Exams/Tests Mid-term exams/Final Exams –25% of 1 st or 2 nd semester grade EOC (End of Course) vs. Final Exam Exemption –Finals only –Based on attendance per class –Agenda pg 21

12. Grade Point Average Grading Scale A-93-100 (4 pts) B-92-85(3 pts) C-84-75(2 pts) D-74-70(1 pt) F-69-0(0 pts) Generated at the end of each semester Internal Weighting-H/AH/AP/IB/Dual Enrollment 9 week grading period

14. Help Your Child Succeed Parent Portal Access (Sign up in front office) Teacher Contact/Counselor Contact Progress Report Parent Conferences PTC - October 22 www.ohs.rcschools.net

15. Freshman Goals Grades 4 year plan of study Get involved Study Skills Plans after high school

16. Parent Goals Encourage independent problem solving Set limits and boundaries Encourage positive activities Be a good role model Be aware and be informed Listen

17. http://www.ohs.rcschools.net/ Bell schedule Calendar Student Agenda School rules/Bus Conduct Announcements Guidance Web Page Faculty Emails

18. OAKLAND PARENT ASSOCIATION Great way to get involved Meet once a month ohs.opa@gmail.com

19. Options After High School Identify Abilities and Interests Explore Career Options

20. 5 Educational Options Four year colleges Community and Technical Colleges Career and Trade Schools Military Apprenticeships Strongly encourage your child to continue his/her education after high school.

21. www.planningyourdreams.org Tennessee College and Career Planning Activation Code –N3893949QFD

22. Tennessee Student Assistant Corporation Tennessee Lottery Scholarship Program www.TN.gov/collegepays TSAC Programs

23. Tennessee Education Lottery Scholarship Program Hope – Up to $1750 per semester(4 yr) or Up to $1500 per semester (2 yr) GPA 3.0 or ACT 21 General Assembly Merit (GAMS) – Up to $500 per semester GPA 3.75 and ACT 29 Wilder-Naifeh – Up to $2000 per academic year

24. Tennessee Promise/Tennessee Achieves Provide the opportunity for high school graduates in TN to attend a community or technical college free of tuition or fees Individual guidance through volunteer mentors Must maintain satisfactory academic progress Community service requirement www.TNPromise.gov www.tnachieves.org

25. NCAA Eligibility Center www.eligibilitycenter.org www.eligibilitycenter.org Academic Credentials + Amateurism Status =College Eligible

26. NAIA Eligibility Center www.PlayNAIA.org 3.0 GPA 18 ACT Over 300 campuses Small-college campus life

27. Web Safety Monitor On-line Activity Social Media Responsibility Student Email Accounts

28. Spring Registration Face to Face Early Spring Semester Course Request

29. FYI Absences: 5 days to turn in a note Main Office or Annex Office 10 Parent Notes Allowed Check Out Notes: Main Office Only Must be verified

30. Extended Absences If your student is absent for multiple days: –Contact teacher by email –Check faculty webpages

31. FYI Car Riders -Drop and Pick up at the Annex Only Bus Riders -Gym Only Lockers: 4 th lunch Bank Preferred area

32. Lunch Schedule 1 st lunch: 11:31-12:07 2 nd lunch: 12:16-12:52 3 rd lunch: 1:01-1:37 Friday: 1 st lunch: 11:12-11:37 2 nd lunch: 11:37-12:02 3 rd lunch: 12:02-12:27

33. Reminder Report Cards Go Home October 15!

34. Follow us on Twitter @OHSSCHCOUNSELOR

35. Thank you for coming! Oakland High School Guidance Department