Oh the places youll go Know What to

Oh the places you’ll go. . .

Know What to Expect More: Courses to choose from New teachers & classmates Extracurricular activities Independence = responsibility Emphasis on academic achievement Social events Consequences of failing Need for time management

1. ) Understand your Academic Record �Diplomas �Advanced vs. regents � 4 -year plan �Grade point average (GPA) �Average of grades on 4. 0 scale �Class Rank �Shows where stand in relation to other students in same grade �Transcript �Details academic achievement in grades 9 -12

Advanced Regents Requirements Subjects English Social Studies Mathematics Number of Units 4 4 3 Number of Regents Exams Regent Exams (65%) 1 English-11 th Grade 2 Global History-10 th grade US History and Government-11 th grade 3 Integrated Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra/Trigonometry One Physical Setting and One Living Environment Science 3 2 Art/Music 1 0 0. 5 0 Physical Ed. 2 0 Second Language 3 1 LOTE (Language Other Than English)-10 th grade Electives/Sequences 1. 5 0 Total 22 9 Health

Regents Requirements Number of Units / Credits Number of Regents Exams Regent Exams (65 %) English 4 1 English-11 th grade Social Studies 4 2 Global History-10 th grade US History and Government-11 th grade Mathematics 3 1 Integrated Algebra- 9 th Grade Science 3 1 One Physical Setting or One Living Environment Art/Music 1 0 0. 5 0 Physical Ed. 2 0 Second Language 1 0 Electives/Sequences 3. 5 0 Total 22 5 Subjects Health

Example 4 Year Plan 9 th Grade 10 th Grade 11 th Grade 12 th Grade English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 Global 9 Global 10 U. S. History and Government Economics and Government Math elective Science / Lab Science elective LOTE elective Art or Music Health (1/2 credit) Phys. Ed. (1/2 credit) Study Hall / elective Study Hall / elective

Freshman vs. Senior Transcript

2. ) Know your School �Calendar �Ex: when each grading period ends, holidays, etc. �Attendance/tardy policies �You are expected to be in school every day, on time, unless ill �Request & make-up missed assignments & assessments �Code of conduct/school rules �So school will run smoothly & everyone will be safe �Athletic eligibility �Grade/attendance requirements to play sports

3. ) Be in School Everyday To succeed in high school, you must have good attendance If you know you’re going to miss school, try to get assignments ahead of time

4. ) Know how to get Good Grades � Be organized � Ex: use your agenda, have phone numbers for classmates, etc. � Manage your time well � Ex: create a study plan that works for you, make a “to do” list, etc. � Be successful in the classroom � Ex: learn how to adapt to different teaching styles, don’t leave class with unanswered questions, etc. � Take good notes � Ex: take notes that are neat & easy to read, etc. � Know how to read a textbook � Ex: before you start, look over the headings and words in bold & italic, etc. � Study smart � Ex: find a good place to study, focus on one thing at a time, etc. � Use test-taking strategies � Ex: mark questions you want to return to, etc.

5. ) Set Goals Set both short & long-term goals Helps to determine where you want to go & what you want to accomplish SMART: specific, measurable, action-oriented, realistic, & timed Ex: Try harder in math vs. get a B in math this semester

6. ) Get Involved The more you put into it, the more you get out of it Spend time with friends & meet new ones Enjoy school more Become a leader Relieve stress Provide a valuable service Volunteer Try something new Have activities to put on applications Develop a variety of skills & talents Have Fun Outside of school & over summers Focus & prioritize activities Depth of involvement

7. ) Make Good Choices/Decisions Determine choices Write down positives & negatives Make sure you have all the information Think & decide Evaluate & adjust

8. ) Know how to Handle Stress Take a deep breath Starting at the top of your head, flex and then relax each part of your body Think of a place where you feel very relaxed & calm Visualize being there Talk to friends & family Keep a sense of humor Take a hot bath

9. ) Use Available Services Teacher office hours Tutors Teachers, coaches, counselors, etc.

10. ) Plan & Prepare for your Future Choose courses carefully Challenge yourself Advanced placement vs. honors vs. regents courses Choose a career that’s right for you Consider skills/abilities, values/interests, job market, etc. Prepare for your career Meaningful courses, internships, etc. High school career/technology programs BOCES

10. ) Plan & Prepare for your Future Continued 4 -year college/university (Bachelor) Public vs. private 2 -year community/technology college (Associates) Career/trade school Military Apprenticeship Graduate school (Master/Doctorate)

10. ) Plan & Prepare for your Future Continued Why important? Income Options Explore Expectation The better your education, the more opportunities you will have & the better choices you will make

Education vs. Income

Final Thoughts Freshman year counts Use abstract thinking Expect grades to fall & classes to get tougher So increase your efforts & discover your routine You will succeed!