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Middle vs. High School
Staff Other Than Teachers
Extracurriculars
The Transcript
Hodge Podge
100
The record of your high school courses and grades
What is a Transcript
100
There are this many school counselors at McK. Freshman Acad.
What is two?
100
GPA stands for this
What is Grade Point Average
100
What do you do if you need to see your school counselor?
What is make an appointment by filling out an appt. request slip in the school counseling office. If it is a crisis situation, then you notify the secretary who can advise the counselor immediately.
200
A written record of your activities, jobs and volunteer work while in high school
What is a resume
200
This counselor services students with the last name A-L
Who is Mrs. Gamble?
200
Name at least 3 clubs at McK. HS
Answers vary
200
The transcript shows your _______________grade(s) for each class: What is A. Final B. Quarter C. Interim D. Midterm E. Only passing
A. Final
200
Your school counselor helps you with the following 3 domains: A. Finding a boyfriend/girlfriend, getting good grades and switching to a teacher you like B. Changing your lunch wave, getting back at your enemies, and passing your classes C. Class scheduling, Transcript tampering and Financial Aid D. Academic/Career Planning, College Planning and Personal/Social Issues E. Scholarships, Class Schedules and Teacher Changes
What is D. Academic/Career Planning, College Planning and Personal/Social issues
300
This is applied toward your diploma requirements after each course you complete
What is a credit?
300
These counselor who services students with last name M-Z
Who are Ms.Wilson?
300
Give 2 reasons why joining clubs and activities are important and helpful to a student
Meet others with like interests which lead to positive social experiences Helps to support the community and increase volunteer hours Students who get involved are more likely to feel positively toward their school
300
You will need _______credits in English to graduate
What is 4
300
Two ways to set yourself up for academic success during your transition to high school
What is keep an agenda Pace/chunk long term assignments Know when and how to ask for help Prepare for exams Know the attendance expectations Know the school rules Understand the expectations of each teacher Meet with your counselor to discuss strategies if struggling
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How grades can impact your ability to drive an automobile while in high school
What is discounted auto insurance rates? If you have a B average or better, you likely will qualify for discounts in for your auto insurance. Having lower rates may help you afford the responsibility of having a vehicle to drive while in high school
400
Name the 3 principals here at FA:
Mr. Oden, Dr. Rorrer, Ms. Wood
400
In high school you may become eligible to take a job after you receive "working papers." You go to the ___________ office with a Promise of Employment letter from your employer to obtain "working papers."
Main (Mrs. Beckwith)
400
You will need to take a total of ____classes in PE and _____classes in Health to graduate. Each class is worth _____ credit(s). A. 3, 3 and .25 B. 2, 2 and .50 C. 4, 4 and .25 D. 2, 2 and 1.00 E. 4, 4 and .50
What is B. 2 classes in PE, 2 classes in Health and each is worth .50 credit
400
List 5 Do's of Time Management
Be on time to school and to each class every single day Use an agenda to keep track of assignments Make a daily "to do" list Schedule regular study time Begin projects when first assigned Set daily and weekly goals Stay organized--use folders, binders, notebook etc to keep materials neat and together Focus. Don't try to do homework while on the phone, watching TV or on the computer with friends. Give homework your undivided attention and it will get done sooner and with better quality Get plenty of sleep and eat well
500
Two major exams that might each account for a large part of your final grade
What is the midterm and final exam?
500
Mrs. Demos
Who is the Password and iPad staff member
500
To be eligible for playing sports at THS, student must be enrolled in a minimum of ____ classes and pass at least ____ of them in the marking periods before and during the season
What is 5, 4
500
__________________Is a mathematical summary of a student's academic record as compared with other students in his or her class.
What is class rank
500
Three DONT's in time management
Don't procrastinate; start assignments with plenty of time Don't rely on others to keep track of your commitments; take responsibility and use a calendar or agenda Don't worry--stressing over quizzes and tests will not improve your grades; However, being proactive and studying will. Don't wait too long to get help when you have difficulty Many times the next concept builds on the current one and so understanding every step of the way is important