Transcript introductions - Memphis Central High School

Junior Parent Night
Tuesday February 10, 2015
6:00 PM
INTRODUCTIONS
Introductions
Kimberly Gray
• 9th grade
Tranese Nelms
• 10th grade
Tanya Ayers
• 11th grade and 12th Grade ( A - G)
Lance Allred
• 11th grade and 12th Grade (H- N)
Andy Prewitt
• 11th grade and 12th Grade (O-Z)
Junior Night Agenda
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Graduation requirements
ACT or SAT
Resumes, Recommendations, References
College and Scholarship Deadlines
Graduation Requirements
Graduation Requirements
University Path
English
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies including
Personal Finance
Lifetime Wellness & PE
Foreign Language
(Same Language)
Fine Arts
Elective Focus
Total Units
Technical Path
4
4
3
3.5
1.5
2
1
3
22
English
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies including
Personal Finance
Lifetime Wellness & PE
Technical Focus
Total Units
4
4
3
3.5
Core Curriculum
English
Mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II)
Science (Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry)
Social Studies (World Hist/Geog, Economics,
Government, U.S. History, Personal Finance)
1.5
Lifetime Wellness & PE
4
4
3
3.
5
1.
5
6
22
NOTE:
Students who chose combined path must consult a
counselor.
Total Core Units
16
Graduation Requirements
 Course selections for senior year will begin in March
 All students must have 6 credit courses, even though most will only “need” three
courses for graduation purposes.
 Students have until May 22 to change requests
 Be mindful of specialty classes that require instructor approval.
 Advanced Placement classes and Honors classes require summer work to be
completed.
Honors Diploma
Students who score at or above all of the subject area readiness benchmarks on the
ACT or equivalent score on the SAT will graduate with “state honors”. ACT
readiness benchmarks are identified by ACT and will be provided annually .
English- 18
Math- 22
Reading- 22
Science- 23
Honors with Distinction Diploma
Students will be recognized as graduating with “state distinction” by attaining a B or
better average and completing at least one of the following:
• Earn
a nationally recognized industry certification
• Participate in at least one of the Governor’s Schools
• Participate in one of the state’s All State musical organizations
• Be selected as a National Merit Finalist or Semi-Finalist
• Attain a score of 31 or higher composite score on the ACT(or equivalent e.g., 1360
on the SAT, if accepted by the State)
• Attain a score of 3 or higher on at least two advanced placement exams
• Successfully complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
• Earn 12 or more semester hours of transcripted postsecondary credit
Standardized Testing
ACT/SAT
 Be aware of the testing requirements for various schools and scholarships, as
well as for college bound athletes.
 Juniors test March 3
 Fee waivers available for those who qualify. Fee waivers are considered used
once the codes are entered at registration, NOT if a student tests.
 Future registrations are to be done through either www.actstudent.org or
www.collegeboard .com (SAT)
 Very important that the students fill in Central’s ACT code or we will not get
the score to be placed on the transcripts.
College Application Process
 Begin applying in August 2015
 Almost all applications are online and will require a fee
 Unless the student enters the counselor email (when applicable), we will not know
and the student will have to request the transcript be sent.
 All correspondence will be between the student and the schools. We may be
involved if the college is having trouble getting in contact with the student.
 For now, begin narrowing your choices to options that are academically and
financially feasible.
 Choices Other Than College
Resumes, Recommendations, References
 Choose recommenders that you have a good rapport with and can write you an
outstanding letter. He/she should be able to provide specific examples of what sets
the students apart from his/her peers.
 Request the letter with plenty of advanced notice. Two weeks is usually the
minimum.
 Provide a resume to the recommender.
 Stay involved in extracurricular activities that are meaningful. The most difficult
letter to write is one on a student who has good grades, but has never been
involved outside of the classroom.
 Behavioral issues are reported.
TN Promise
Lance Allred
Tanya Ayers
Andy Prewitt
Scholarships
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College Entrance Requirements
Scholarships (Scholarship Scams)
Hope Scholarship
FAFSA
CSS Profile
Transcripts Requests
Most Common Application Mistakes
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Missing deadlines
Failing to proofread the application
Failing to follow directions (essay length, number of recommendations)
Omitting required information
Applying for an award when you don’t qualify
Failing to apply for an award for which you are eligible
Failing to tailor the application to the sponsor
Writing a boring essay
Junior Activities/Announcements
Greg McCullough
Principal