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Road To Success GRASSFIELD HIGH SCHOOL

Welcome! Planning Is Key To Achieving Goals

Planning ahead can help you make decisions about: - The PSAT and SAT tests - The differences in core, honors, and AP curriculum - Taking AP or college credit classes - Preparing to apply for college

Provide an opportunity to meet AP teachers and ask questions prior to scheduling for the 2018-2019 school year

Why take the PSAT? A timed-test that gives students practice for the SAT.

An interactive PSAT/NMSQT Score Report that includes detailed answer explanations, level of difficulty and study plan.

AP Potential List used at Grassfield High School to “recruit” and “advise” students to enroll in AP courses.

Helps prepare students for the SAT and provide a baseline score from which they can improve.

The PSAT is administered every October at Grassfield High School; registration opens in September.

Inside the PSAT The best way to prepare for the PSAT test is to:

Take challenging courses in high school Do your homework Prepare for tests and quizzes Ask and answer lots of questions in your classes

“If you think the key to a high score is memorizing words and facts you’ll never use in the real world, think again.” - College Board

What Are These Tests Like? Find out what kinds of questions you’ll see on the PSAT/NMSQT: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10/inside-the-test/reading

Where do you want to start? Reading Test Writing and Language Test Math Test Key Content Changes

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PSAT Score Report & Resources Percentiles will show how you did compared to your peers.

Your question-Level Feedback (Correct answer, your answer, difficulty)

Access code to see answer explanations and to link with Khan Academy.

Linking your score report to the Khan Academy will give you FREE access to personalized help and resources

Dual Enrollment? AP?

Core? Honors?

Textbook and Reading Expectations

CORE High School textbook with emphasis on guided reading of the sections related to the Standards of Learning.

HONORS High School textbook with emphasis on additional guided reading for both content and enrichment as appropriate for honors level students.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT College level textbook with a minimum of 8-10 pages of reading per day. Students must be able to read for content without continual guided instruction.

DUAL ENROLLMENT

Combination of in class and online work.

Document Analysis

CORE Emphasis on reading and understanding the required documents listed in the Standards of Learning.

HONORS Emphasis on reading and analyzing additional document selections in greater depth.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT

Extensive practice in

document and data analysis

that leads to incorporation of

the document as additional

support in Document

Data Based (DBQ) question

essays and identifying bias

and point of view.

DUAL ENROLLMENT

Students engage in several different types of writing and learn how to properly cite research when writing.

Recommended Student Profile

CORE Open to all students

HONORS • B or Better in

content area • Recommendation

of current teacher

ADVANCED PLACEMENT Honors Criteria with a strong work ethic who have regular attendance, completes all homework thoroughly and is willing to study for rigorous national exams.

DUAL ENROLLMENT

• Students must take a TCC placement test

• Students who wish to experience actual college level curriculum

Weighted Grade & Credits

CORE • Not Weighted • High School

Credit

HONORS • .025 added per

credit to the overall GPA.

• High School Credit

ADVANCED PLACEMENT • .05 added per credit

to the overall GPA for each term.

• High School Credit and possible college credit depending on college and results of AP exam.

DUAL ENROLLMENT • .05 added per credit

to the overall GPA for each term.

• High School Credit and college credit awarded when the course is successfully passed

Earning College Credit in High School

Opportunities @ CHESAPEAKE CAREER CENTER

One Year Programs: • Auto Body I&II- Collision and Refinishing

(Dual Enrollment Required) • Electricity I&II (Dual Enrollment

Required) • EMT • Practical Nursing (18 month) • Nurse Aid • Nail Tech • Pharmacy Tech (Dual Enrollment

Optional) • Firefighting • TV & Media

Two Year Programs: • Cybersecurity I&II (Dual Enrollment

Optional) • HVAC- Heating, Ventilation, Air

Conditioning and Refrigeration I&II • Auto Technology • Welding I&II (Dual Enrollment Optional) • Cosmetology

*Applications are due to Main Guidance by February 9, 2018

*The Dual Enrollment for TCC Credit is contingent upon meeting TCC’s enrollment requirements and payment of tuition and fees

Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Credit • AP exams are scored from 1 to 5. A “3” is considered a passing score and each

college awards credit differently. • Search the name of the college and “AP exam credit” to determine the number

of credits awarded per exam score. • The current exam fee is $94. Fee waivers are possible for students who receive

reduced lunch- see our ACCESS advisor for details! • CPS provides the textbooks for students in AP courses. • AP exams must be taken at very specific dates and times. • CLEP exams could be an option for students who may not be successful on the

AP exam- ask your AP course teacher for more info.

Dual Enrollment Credit • Students in Dual Enrollment (DE) classes are enrolled

both at TCC and at their high school and receive credit at both institutions.

• Students must pass a placement test (offered at GFHS in the spring), submit acceptable SAT scores on Critical Reading AND Writing to enroll or GPA optional (please see TCC for details)

• Most colleges accept DE credit for general education courses or electives.

• Courses are meant to prepare students for the experience of an actual college course

GRASSFIELD HIGH OFFERS: - College Composition I & II - VA/US History (2018-19)

COLLEGE ADMISSION TESTS SAT, ACT and SAT Subject Tests

ACT OR SAT ACT

www.actstudent.org • Directly Aligned With Classroom • English, Math, Reading, Science • Optional Essay • No penalty for guessing • Composite score is average of 4 required

sections • Score Range 1-36

SAT http://collegeboard.org

• Directly Aligned With Classroom • Reading, Writing, Math • Optional Essay • No penalty for guessing • Test only scores the questions answered • Score Range 400-1600

http:http://collegeboard.orghttp:www.actstudent.org

ACT OR SAT • Look at College or University of Choice • Visit Websites for ACT and SAT • Decide which test is more compatible • Students should register at least once in the spring of their

junior year and fall of their senior year • Register at: http://act.org OR http://collegeboard.com

http://act.org/http://collegeboard.com/

SAT Subject Tests • SAT Subject Tests are hour-long, content based tests that let students

distinguished themselves in the college admission process by highlighting their strengths in a specific subject!

• For more information visit: • Satsubjecttests.org

Students should register to take SAT Subject Tests after completing the coursework, but bearing in mind college application deadlines.. Languages should be taken after 4 years of study.

http:Satsubjecttests.org

Preparing for College Admission Tests • Take the PSAT • Take Practice Tests for ACT and/or SAT (based on what’s most compatible) • satpractice.org OR sat.org/practice • www.act.org/theact/testprep • SAT and ACT both have questions of the day and full length printable practice

test • Please be sure to include your high school code: 470469 • This ensures that scores are sent to Grassfield High School • Register for test online at http://collegeboard.org or http://act.org

http://collegeboard.org/http://act.org/www.act.org/theact/testprephttp:satpractice.org

Start preparing NOW for college admissions and scholarship

applications!

Extracurricular Involvement • Don’t wait until the end of your Junior year to start working on your resume!

• Join extracurricular clubs and activities that really interest you.

• Find your passion and contribute to the community! (feeding the homeless, animalshelter, marine science museum, hospital volunteer)

• Colleges are looking for the quality of the commitment to the organizations that astudent is involved. It is better to have one club that allows you to grow into a terrific leader than 5-6 that you simply pay dues and have your name on the roster.

• Student-athletes who plan to play at the collegiate level must register and meet NCAA Eligibility requirements. GFHS has a subscription to www.corecoursegpa.com

School ID: 470469 School Code: 784511459

http:www.corecoursegpa.com

Requesting Letters of Recommendation from Faculty

• Contact the teacher in person to request a recommendation before summer vacation or as soon as you return for your Senior year.

• Always give two weeks notice and include a Brag Sheet/Resume

• Always check the box that states you WILL waive your right to see the letter

• Always check back to see that the letter has been sent before the deadline

• Thank the teacher for your letter

Early College Scholars Program • Program to encourage students to earn college credits in high

school and potentially save a semester in college and $5,000 in college tuition.

• Students sign an agreement through the guidance director.

• To qualify for the Early College Scholars program, a student must: • Have a "B" average or better; • Be pursuing an Advanced Studies Diploma; and • Take and complete college-level course work that will

earn at least 15 transferable college credits. • Plan on attending a 4-year college or university.

“Fill ‘Er Up” with Resources

• The ACCESS counselor can help the student and parent navigate the college admissions process as well!

• The TCC career coach can help with TCC applications and placement testing on Thursdays in the Main Office – cyoumans@tcc.edu

• Check the ScholarshipVUE page for up to date scholarship information

mailto:cyoumans@tcc.edu

Other “College Bound” Events • ACCESS Foundation hosts a Financial Aid Night at GFHS

each year in November/December

• Chesapeake Public Schools hosts a College Fair every October

• Most colleges/universities host their own financial aid nights

• Military bases host financial aid nights for active duty families

In Closing… • This presentation is on the GFHS website,

along with helpful links to other resources

• Students will watch a scheduling video during homeroom- Wednesday, February 14 scheduling forms go home

• Scheduling Fair – Thursday, February 15 at 6:00 PM

• PTSA Spring Open House – Thursday, February 15 at 6:30 PM

• Counselors will be available to meet with students.

• Scheduling Disclaimer – Chesapeake Public Schools requires a 15-student minimum for all courses.

• Current course catalog can be found on the CPS website

• Advanced Placement teachers are available for meet-and-greet tonight. Look for signs!

Helping Students Go To College Since 1988

ACCESS SERVICES For Juniors:

SAT/ACT Registration & Fee Waivers College Advising College Tours Resources for $$$ for college

For Seniors (all of the above PLUS):

FAFSA Filing Assistance with Financial Aid Offers ACCESS Scholarships Commitment Day Celebration

$$$ for College….A Brief Introduction

1. Financial Aid • Need Based • Awarded by institution • Combination of federal, state, institution

money • First come, first served & based on FAFSA

$$$ for College….A Brief Introduction

What is Financial Need?

COA – EFC = Need

COA – EFC = Need COA = Cost of Attendance Cost of Attendance includes….

Tuition and Fees Room and Board Books and Supplies Travel Loan Fees Personal Expenses Other Educational Expenses

COA – EFC = Need EFC = Expected Family Contribution

Expected Family Contribution is…..

An analysis of a family’s ability to contribute to a collegeeducation based upon their income and assets

Used by colleges to calculate the type and amount of financialaid for which you qualify

Estimate your EFC with the FAFSA4caster https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/estimate

$$$ for College….A Brief Introduction

2. Merit Scholarships • Based on achievement, not financial need • Awarded by institution • Sometimes require separate application(s),

sometimes part of admissions application—depends on institution

$$$ for College….A Brief Introduction

3. 3rd Party/Outside Scholarships • Need and/or achievement based • Awarded by groups (professional,

community based, businesses,foundations)

• All requirements set by group (eligibility,application, use)

ACCESS at Grassfield High

Meghan Moorhouse, ACCESS Advisor

Monday, Tuesday, & every other Wednesday

8:30 – 4:00

mmoorhouse@accesscollege.org or

meghan.moorhouse@cpschools.com

mailto:meghan.moorhouse@cpschools.commailto:mmoorhouse@accesscollege.org

Road To SuccessWelcome!Why take the PSAT?Inside the PSATWhat Are These Tests Like?PSAT Score Report & ResourcesCore, Honors, Advanced Placement, and Dual Enrollment CoursesTextbook and Reading ExpectationsDocument AnalysisRecommended Student ProfileWeighted Grade & CreditsEarning College Credit in High SchoolCCCAdvanced Placement (AP) Exam CreditDual Enrollment CreditCOLLEGE ADMISSION TESTSACT OR SATACT OR SATSAT Subject TestsPreparing for College Admission TestsRESUME ROAD TRIPExtracurricular InvolvementRequesting Letters of Recommendation from FacultyEarly College Scholars Program“Fill ‘Er Up” with ResourcesOther “College Bound” EventsIn Closing…Slide Number 28ACCESS SERVICES$$$ for College….A Brief Introduction$$$ for College….A Brief IntroductionCOA – EFC = NeedCOA – EFC = Need$$$ for College….A Brief Introduction$$$ for College….A Brief IntroductionACCESS at Grassfield High