1. WELCOME! Gresham High School CLASS OF 2016

2. WHAT’S AHEAD Welcome General Information Questions

3. Graduation Requirements Class of 2016 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 Art/Career/Tech* 2.00 Electives 7.00 Total Credits Required: 25 *.50 credit must be earned in Technology

4. Additional Requirements Portfolio of work samples Career Related Learning Experiences Essential Skills Tests  Read & Comprehend a variety of text  Write clearly & accurately  Apply mathematics in a variety of settings

5. International Baccalaureate Advanced, challenging Two-year program for juniors/seniors Recognized internationally See Pat Gray, IB Coordinator for more information Note: The IB Program requires 4 years of a world language.

6. College Entrance Requirements Beyond GHS graduation requirements, Oregon universities require: Mathematics--3 credits (Algebra II level) World Language—2 credits in same language 16 academic credits in core subject areas Minimum “C” average for core courses

7. BRIDGES To The Future Class requirement for freshmen Future/Careers Technology 4 Year Plan/Academics School Awareness

8. Four Year Plan Name:__________________Student ID#___________ English 1.00Bridges.50 Science 1.00Physical Education.50 Math 1.00 FRESHMAN – 7 credits English 1.00Social Studies 1.00 Science 1.00Health.50 Math 1.00 SOPHOMORE – 7 credits

9. College & Career Center Also in the Center: Barb Cooke, Portfolio Manager Kendra Maddox ScholarshipsCollege InfoFinancial Aid Job and Career Info, Food Handlers, and more !

10. Extra Help Math Lab Tutoring Center Homework Club SUN Program—enrichment SUN Program—credit retrieval Step Up Community mental health resources Social worker on staff

11. Extra Curricular Activities Clubs Sports Drama Music

12. Forecasting Advice Discuss before choosing classes. Once forecasting is completed, changes will not be possible. It’s up to you to see your counselor if there are any mistakes in the schedule.

13. Forecast Sheet 1. Fill in personal info at top of sheet 2. Course numbers are already listed 3. Plan maximum of seven credits, plus alternates 4. Signatures are required

14. Counselors A – B and ELL: Mr. Gonzales C – Go: Ms. Blaser Gr – Ma: Mr. Lipner Mc – Sa: Ms. Fields Sc- Z : Dr. Siefer

15. Your counselor looks forward to meeting with you!

16. ghs.gresham.k12.or.us On the counseling webpage: Contact information for your counselor Course Planning Guide PowerPoint Counselor Blogs/Announcements