sophomore guidance fall 2014
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Sophomore Guidance Fall 2014. On the Road to Success. Counselor’s Role. Work with all students in 3 areas: Academic Personal & Social Career. Academic Counseling. Learning to Learn Transcript Review Strategies to earn the best grades possible. Personal & Social Counseling. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
On the Road to Success
My School Counselor Academics Personal/Social Career/College
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Where is your counselor’s office located?
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Student Services
Question 1 - 20
How many times can you come see your counselor a year?
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As much as you need to.
Question 1 - 30
True or False: Everything you tell your counselor is confidential, except if your safety or someone else’s is at risk.
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True
Question 1 - 40
Why do you receive a copy of your transcript at every Guidance Lesson?
Answer 1 – 40
To check accuracy of spelling, grades, GPA, and courses taken.
Question 1 - 50
What are the three main roles of your School Counselor?
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1. Academic – Learning to Learn2. Personal/Social – Learning to Live3. College/Career – Learning to Work
Question 2 - 10
What are the after school hours for the Literacy Lab?
Answer 2 – 10
• 3:00 – 3:50pm
• Anyone can go!• The Lit Lab is open all periods of the day.
Question 2 - 20
How many credits do you need to graduate from BGHS?
Answer 2 – 20
21 credits
• 5 credits for Sophomore standing• 10 credits for Junior standing• 15 credits for Senior standing
Question 2 - 30
Name at least 2 resources you can use if you are struggling in one or more of your classes?
Answer 2 – 30
• Literacy Lab• Ask my teacher for help• Ask another student for help• Get a tutor• Form a study group• Saturday School• The Hub (Arlington Heights Memorial Library)– M-F 3-9pm Sat-Sun 12-5pm.
Question 2 - 40
What big test are all sophomores at BGHS taking in April?
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IACT (Institutional ACT Assessment) which is a practice ACT.– Four academic areas covered: English, Math,
Reading & Science– Take this test seriously!
Question 2 - 50
Name 2 strategies you can use to get increase your grades.
Answer 2 – 50
- Determine Strengths/Weaknesses- Set goals- Stay focused in class- Use assignment notebook- Monitor HomeLogic- Attend class everyday- Ask for help- Don’t give up!
Question 3 - 10
How many hours of sleep should you get each night?
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8-10 hours a night
• If you are not getting enough sleep each night, you may feel more stressed out, depressed, cranky, and it may be harder to concentrate during class
Question 3 - 20
True or False: It is important for you to know your abilities, interests and values before determining your career path.
Answer 3 – 20
True
The people happiest about their chosen profession found a great match between their abilities, values and interests.
Question 3 - 30
What is the #1 reason BG students do not drink alcohol?
Answer 3 – 30
It is bad for your health
Question 3 - 40
True or False: There is a very low correlation between alcoholism/drug abuse and suicide.
Answer 3 – 40
False
Question 3 - 50
If you are feeling sad, anxious, or depressed, where are two places you can go to get help at school?
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• My Counselor• Outreach Counselor• School Social Worker• School Psychologist• School Nurse• Dean• Teachers
Question 4 - 10
What is a synonym of “Occupation”?
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• Work• Job
Question 4 - 20
True or False: You should already know what my plans are after high school
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False
Question 4 - 30
What computer program at school can you use to begin a college search?
Answer 4 – 30
Naviance
Question 4 - 40
What is the name of this room?<hyperlink video>
Answer 4 – 40 College and Career Center • Located on the first floor in Student Services
Question 4 - 50
Name two options for your life after high school.
Answer 4 – 50
• 2 year Community College• 4 year College/University• Technical or Trade School• Apprenticeship• Join the Military• Work