1. Welcome Juniors and Parents to J.H. Rose High School

2. JHR School Counselors Mrs. Chynna Grady A-G Mrs. Ann Adams H-O Mrs. Paige Fuqua P-Z Bernetta Bradley Senior Counselor Simon Pate- Career Development and Special Population Coordinator

3. School Counselors Our goal is to help students focus on academic, personal/social and career development so they achieve success in school and are prepared to lead fulfilling lives as responsible members of society.

4. Future-Ready Core Graduation Requirements English: 4 Credits English I, II, III and IV Mathematics: 4 Credits Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and a 4 th Math course to be aligned with the student’s post high school plans Science: 3 Credits Earth/Environmental Science, Biology and a Physical Science course Social Studies: 3 Credits World History, Civics and Economics, & US History

5. Future-Ready Core Graduation Requirements Second Language: Not required for graduation but required for admission to the UNC system Health & Physical Education: 1 Credit Healthful Living Arts Education: 1 Credit A course in the Fine Arts

6. Future-Ready Core Concentration 4 Credits in Career and Technical Education OR 4 Credits in JROTC OR 4 Credits in an Art Discipline OR 4 Credits in a Second Language OR 4 Credits in Advanced Placement OR 4 Credits in College Courses OR 4 Credits within one of the following areas: English, Math, Science, or Social Studies (Excluding courses that meet other graduation requirements)

7. Electives and other Requirements 2 Electives must be any one of the following areas: Career and Technical Education, Arts Education, or Second Language (both credits in the same language) Total of 28 credits

8. Attendance The student may be absent no more than seven (7) periods per course in order to receive credit. Additional information can be found in the Pitt County Schools’ Handbook starting on page 41

9. Promotion to Twelfth Grade 20 credits English II

10. Content AreaCourse of Study Requirements English_____ English 1 ____English 2 _____ English 3 _____English 4 Mathematics_____ Algebra 1 _____Geometry _____ Algebra 2 _____ 4 th Math Science_____ Biology _____ Earth/Environmental ____Physical Science Social Studies_____ World History _____ Civics and Economics ______ History Health & Physical Science _______ Health/Physical Education Arts Education _______ 1 Credit Concentration (4 courses in one area) Career and Technical Education JROTC ________ ____________________________ ________ ________________________________ ________ ____________________________ ________ _________________________________ Arts Discipline Second Language _______ _____________________________ ________ ________________________________ Advanced Placement College Courses _______ _____________________________ ________ _________________________________ _______ _____________________________ ________ ________________________________ _______ ______________________________ ________ ________________________________ English, Math, Science or Social Studies _______ ______________________________ Electives and other requirements (excludes concentrations) ______ ______________________ _____ ___________________________ ______ ______________________ 8 _____ ___________________________ ______ ______________________ Credits ______ ___________________________ ______ _______________________ ______ ___________________________ Total28 Credits (or 87.5% of total possible credits) J.H. Rose High School Credit Checklist Future Ready Core Graduation Requirements (For students entering 9 th grade in 2009-2010 and after)

11. Junior Interviews Review Transcripts Prepare for Senior Year SAT/ACT Information CFNC.org Collegeboard.com Post-secondary Plans

12. Preparing for Life after High School What are your needs and interest?

13. Special Programs Summer Ventures in Science and Math Teen Leadership Institute Girl’s and Boy’s State Junior Miss Scholarship Program JROTC Summer Camps Governor’s School Career Technical Programs and Competitions

14. KEEP TRACK OF THE CALENDER Remember important, dates times, locations SAT ACT

15. PREPARE FOR SENIOR YEAR Register for challenging classes Narrow down your list of colleges Start writing drafts of your college essays Practice writing resumes Talk to your teachers about recommendations Take the SAT/ACT

16. WHAT CAN YOU DO AS A PARENT? Talk to your son/daughter about their plans for the future Track their progress regularly Talk to teachers and counselors with any concerns Attend Parent/Teacher conferences Learn all you can about what it takes to get into college

17. WHAT CAN YOUR STUDENTS DO? Check the JHR Student Services’ Website: http://jhrstudentservices.weebly.com/ Click on the Scholarship Information Link Read and Review the Senior Guide Available on Pitt County Schools website Start searching CFNC.org, Collegeboard.com and Start Visiting Potential Colleges Attend Open Houses and Meet with Representatives that Visit JHR

18. Resources CFNC.org Collegeboard.com Fastweb.com SCHOOLSINTHEUSA.com www.dpi.state.nc.us http://www.pittschools.org/jhr/ JHR Scholarship Weekly Bulletin

19. Sources for JHR Information Pitt County Schools’ Registration Guide Pitt County Schools’ Handbook J.H. Rose High School Website Student Services Webpage Daily Announcements Alert Messages J.H. Rose Newsletter

20. Communication is Key Progress reports are given to students every 3 weeks and report cards are given every 6 weeks so you can review your child’s academic progress If you are concerned about your child’s progress you may want to contact your child’s instructor Most teachers prefer email communication and email addresses are available on our website

21. Extra Information Clubs- Link Crew, Multicultural Club, Student Government, Chess Club… Athletics- Football, Tennis, Cheerleading, Soccer… Academic Organizations- National Honor Society, History Honor Society, Science Olympiad… A complete list of activities is available on the Student Services website ☺

22. Parent Involvement Academic Boosters Friends of the Theatre JHR Music Program Support Visit the JHR Website for a detailed list including contacts

23. JH Rose Webpage https://sites.google.com/a/pitt.k12.n c.us/jh-rose/ Student services