GRESHAM HIGH SCHOOL

ForecastingClass of 2017

Incoming Sophomores

WELCOME!

It’s time to forecast and choose your classes for next year.

Here are the steps you will follow…

Forecasting: Step by Step

1. Use Course Planning Guide2. Discuss with parents, teachers, others3. Fill in forecast sheet4. Get signatures5. Meet with counselor as needed6. Turn in form to teacher by due date

Graduation Credit Requirements

Language Arts 4.00 Social Studies 3.00 Math 3.00 Science 3.00 World Language 1.00 Physical Ed 1.00 Health 1.00 Career/Fine Arts/Tech *2.00 Electives 7.00

Total Credits Required: 25

• .50 credit must be earned in Technology• *may be earned in tech, fine arts, business

electives

How many classes do I take?

Freshmen = 7 classes Sophomores = 7 classes Juniors take at least 6 classes. Seniors take at least 5 classes.

Remember:Honor Roll requires 6 graded classes. Any class taken for Pass/No Pass credit will not count. Examples: Aide, Credit by Proficiency, etc.

Athletics requires passing 5 classes & being on track to graduate

Additional Requirements for Graduation:

Academic PortfolioState test scores and work samples in: Math, Writing, Speaking, Science, and Social Science.

Four Year Plan Created in the freshman year, updated each year by the student, used to guide forecasting.

Extended Application Completed in senior year within your health class

2 Career Related Learning Experiences (CRLE)Opportunities for CRLE’s are offered in Health and advanced elective classes.

Bring completed forms to Ms. Cooke in the College & Career Center.

General University Requirements

Oregon universities require: 4 credits of English 3 credits of Mathematics (must

show completion of Algebra 2 or higher by graduation)

3 credits of Science 3 credits of Social Studies

College Entrance Requirements

World Language—2 credits in same

language

Minimum “C” grade for core

courses

.5 credit in a Visual/Performing Fine

Arts class is recommended

Additional College Requirements

Minimum grade point averages for admission:

3.00 for U of O, OSU, PSU, OIT, SOU

2.75 for EOU, WOU

Universities also require ACT/SAT test scores.

College & Career Center

Also in the Center: Barb Cooke – Academic Portfolio Manager

Kendra Maddox

Scholarships College Info Financial Aid

Job and Career Info and more!

maddox@gresham.k12.or.us

503 674-5555

International Baccalaureate (IB)

IB is the most advanced course of study offered at GHS in six different subject areas during junior and senior year.

IB Program Options: Earn a full IB diploma

Recommended honors level classes: 9th Grade: Honors Geography 10th Grade: Honors English, Math, Social

Studies, & Science Earn college credit (take IB tests) Full IB students also need 4 years of World Language.

Special note regarding IB:

If you are planning to be a full diploma IB student, honors and advanced courses should be taken.

Questions? Contact Mr. Chris Smith, IB Coordinator:503-674-5500 x5299, in room 235, or

your school counselor.

Center for Advanced Learning (CAL)

CAL offers advanced courses in 5 technology-based fields for juniors and seniors:

Digital Media (Graphic Design & Video) Programming & Networking Medical/Dental Engineering Manufacturing

Questions? See Susan Fields in the Counseling office

A.C.E. Academy

The ACE Academy offers three areas of education: Architecture, Construction and Engineering.

Students will learn all areas in their junior year. A focus on one of the three areas in your senior year.

Two year program, students attend junior and senior years

Questions? See Mrs. Blaser in the Counseling office

CAL & ACE No Cost to attend Students spend 3 periods at GHS and

the remainder of the day at CAL/ACE Transportation is provided Hands on learning environment Mentoring with professionals within your

chosen area of study

Forecast Process1. Receive forecast sheet from teacher2. Fill in personal information, counselor,

and due date3. Select required classes4. Select electives and alternate choices5. Get signatures6. Return to teacher by due date.

Who is my Counselor?

A – B and ELL: Armando Gonzales

C –Ha: Laura Blaser

He – L: Gloria Hull

M – S: Susan Fields

S – Z: Re’nice Siefer

Forecast Sheet

After you have completed the personal data section,

Mark core course selections with an “X” Mark alternates with A1, A2, and A3 in order of

preference. Note: You may get an alternate so choose carefully.

Choose classes for English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Health.

Get signatures of teachers as indicated. Include parent/guardian signature

Remember:

Aides:

One period per semesterRequires teacher’s signature

Cannot aide during teacher’s prep time

Credit Recovery:To make up credits:SUN ProgramNight SchoolSummer SchoolOnline School

Classes must be approved by your counselor prior to

registration

CHOOSING CORE CLASSES

English Sequence

English 1-2

English 3-4

Junior English

Senior English

*Honors English 3-4

IB Junior English

IB Senior English

*Students must apply for Honors English 3-4

Math 3 years of math

(Algebra 1 and higher) are required to graduate

If you fail either semester, you must discuss with math teacher. You need a plan to catch up.

Math SequenceChoice of class requires teacher’s signature.

Sequence B

Algebra 1

Algebra 1.5

Geometry

Algebra 2

Sequence C

Geometry

Algebra 2

IB Math

SL

IB Math HL

IB Math

Studies

Sequence A

Algebra 1

Geometry

Algebra 2

IB Math SL

IB Math Studi

es

Social StudiesRegular

Sequence

US History

Government & Economics

Global Perspectives

IB Sequence*Requires signatures

Honors Government &

Economics

IB History of the Americas

IB World History

ScienceThe choices for sophomore science:

Biology or Chemistry.

The choices for junior science: College Prep: Chemistry, Physics, IB

Biology SL, IB Physics Other Science classes: Zoology, Botany,

Earth Science

Ask your science teacher for recommendations.

Your teacher must approve your choice.

Science

Regular Sequence

Physical Science

Biology

College Prep classes:

Chemistry, Physics, IB Biology

SL, IB Physics

Other Science classes:

Zoology, Botany, Earth Science

IB Sequence*Requires signatures

Physical Science

Chemistry

IB Biology SL

IB Biology

HL

HealthAll sophomores

are required to take one semester of Health.

You will take another semester your senior year.

Physical Education

Elective PE classes can be repeated multiple semesters. Strength and ConditioningLifetime FitnessTeam Sports* Mark your sheet if you want it for a full year.

ALERT!

Talk with parents, teachers and counselor before choosing your classes.

Choose very carefully. Schedule changes are almost impossible.

IB level courses will not be changed.

People to Know!

Your counselor Kendra Maddox, College and

Career Center and Scholarships Barbara Cooke, Academic

Portfolio/CRLE Carol Sweere, Registrar

(transcripts) Chris Smith, IB Coordinator

What’s next?

1. Complete forecast sheet with choices & signatures.

2. Turn in form to teacher by due date.3. You will input your choices into the

computer. 4. Be sure your computer choices are

all marked on the forecast sheet. These MUST match.

If you need help:Your counselor is happy to see

you! Before/after school During Lunch By Appointments

counseling.ghs.gresham.k12.or.us

On the counseling webpage:• Contact information for your counselor • Course Planning Guide• Forecasting forms, power points• Mental Health, community resources• Announcements• And MORE!

GHS Counseling Website

YOUR COUNSELOR LOOKS FORWARD TO MEETING WITH YOU!