Entering High School
What is on a high school transcript?
A list of courses and grades from 9th-12th grade, GPA for each year and a cumulative GPA.
Typically how many high school credits do you receive for one class each semester?
What does DE mean?
Dual Enrollment- a class gives a student high school credit and college credit at the same time
What's a tool to explore possible career interests?
Naviance, Internet, job shadowing, interviews, internships, volunteer work, work experience,
What tools can I use to explore colleges?
Naviance, internet, match tools, college websites, college fairs, college visits,
What changes when you enter high school?
High school transcript starts, more responsibility, more rigor in classes, start driving, more independence, busier schedules, organization becomes more important.
How many credits of English do you need to graduate?
4 credits
What grade do you need to receive in a DE class so you can take it for free?
If you get a final grade below a C then you will have to reimburse the school district.
How can I start identifying possible career fits?
Assessments such as in Naviance! Ask yourself -what problems are you interested in solving? What do you care about? Ask people who know you well- What jobs do you think might be a good fit for me? Ask people about their jobs. See what jobs might exist within the subjects you like a lot in school.
What are the parts of a college application?
Application, transcript, essay(s), letters of recommendation, test scores
What is an example of healthy ways to manage stress?
Exercise, ask for help, increase healthy habits such as sleep and healthy food, disconnect, mindfulness and/or meditation practices, self care practices.
How many total credits do I need to graduate?
25 total credits
What does AP mean?
Advanced Placement: If you do well on the AP exam in May you may receive college credit from the college you attend.
What are my options after I graduate from high school?
Employment, apprenticeship program, trade school, 2 year degree, 4 year degree, military, PG year
How do I get strong letters of recommendation
Be respectful, open up, take risks, participate, TRY, collaborate, add to the class instead of take away.
What are ways to show organization?
Paper/pencil calendar, online calendar, to-do lists, separate notebooks for each class, system to make sure work is turned in on time.
How many years of Foreign Language do I need?
1 but some colleges want 4 years
How is DE and AP weighted?
On a 5 point scale instead of a typical 4 point scale.
(A=5 points, B= 4, C=3)
Does money matter?
if you love your job and work hard you will likely find a way to make money doing it
Do I have to take the ACT or SAT?
Many schools require one or the other. Some schools are test optional. Can strengthen your application, required by NCAA
What is a resume and what's on it?
It's like a brag sheet and includes your experiences related to leadership, work, volunteer, education, athletics, passions, interests. Anything you do this summer can go on your high school resume & college applications.
How do I meet the practical skills requirement?
Art, Culinary, Entrepreneurship, Senior Project, Community Service, Internships,
What are the benefits of taking DE & AP classes for college applications?
Shows a college you took the most rigorous option.
Should my career be my passion?
Good question!! It doesn't have to be but you should care about what you are doing?
What is the difference between ACT and SAT?
ACT has a science section, SAT has one section you can't use a calculator for.