Class of 2018 Junior Presentation ~Broadneck Counseling Department

HOW DO YOU REACH YOUR GOALS? SELF REFLECTION: Interests Skills Aptitudes CHALLENGE & BALANCE: School Extra-curricular Home

Gameplan Work Four-Year College or University Two-Year Community College Military Visit BHS monthly Career/Technical School http://catsouthaacps.wixsite.com/counselingoffice/program Work Apprenticeship On the Job Training

Completer Path Program Options College Completer – students whose goal is to attend a community college or 4-year college (minimum requirements include): 2 credits in the same World or Classical Language (Spanish, Latin, French, or American Sign Language) Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, AND a 4th math class in senior year to meet University of MD System Requirements OR

Other College Completer Options Advanced Technology Option (instead of WCL) Take 2 full credits (4 half credit classes)of advanced technology courses beyond the Foundations of Technology A and B classes Architecture Design 1 & 2 Marine Technology Engineering Drawing/CAD 1 &2 Communication Technology Power, Energy & Transportation Intro to Robotics Manufacturing & Construction

Career Completer Paths Career Completer – students whose goal is work, technical school or career internship 1. Career Completer (work): Career Research and Development 11th grade Career Development Preparation 12th grade Work-based learning (1 credit per semester) 12th grade OR 2. CAT-South Completer: CAT-South Levels 1 & 2 in any program

Career Completer Options 3. Early Childhood Education Completer Child Development 1 (full year) Child Development 2 (full year) Child Development 3 (full year) Introduction to Teaching (full year) Senior year Internship (semester)

AACPS Graduation Requirements Earn a minimum of 26 credits Pass High School Assessments in: PARCC Algebra I HSA Biology PARCC English 10 HSA Government 3. Successfully complete a Completer Path 4. Earn 75 Service Learning Hours

26 Required Credits 4 English 4 Math (Algebra I & Geometry & 2 others) 3 Social Studies (Govt., World Hist., US Hist.) 3 Science (Biology & 2 others) 1 Fine Arts (Art, Music, Theatre, Dance) 1 Basic Technology (Foundations A & B) ½ Health 1 Physical Education (1/2 Fit for Life & ½ other) 8 ½ Electives (academic/completer) 26 Total required credits

Preparing for After High School FALL CHECKLIST Junior year is hard! Keep your grades up & get help if you need it! Participate in extra-curricular activities. Start developing a resume or list of activities.

Resume Uses: helps to structure your college activity list Include: School Activities/Honors Community Activities/Honors Work/Volunteer Experience Complete Resume on Naviance (Tasks)

Colleges! What is a good fit for you? SuperMatch College Search, Naviance!! Size Majors offered Location/Distance Housing options Cost (financial aid is available) Retention/graduation rates Visit the college to find out!

What Do College Admissions Committees Look At? Grades Level of Classes Test Scores (SAT/ACT) Essays Recommendations Leadership Activities and Service Interviews Athletics Talent in the Arts Geography

SAT/ACT SAT scores range 200 – 800 in two sections: Math, Critical Reading ACT scores range 1 – 36, and includes section in science Writing Section Optional for both tests All Juniors will take ACT this spring, consider SAT to compare scores Fees: SAT $45, ACT $42.50 Send to 4 colleges free when registering

All Juniors will take the ACT in spring!                                                                                                  When Should I Take the SAT/ACT? All Juniors will take the ACT in spring! Junior Year: Consider taking the SAT January, March, May, June Senior Year: ACT test in September, November, December SAT test in October, November, December

Accuplacer Free Online Test given at AACC to determine appropriate placement in courses Junior Presentation Wednesday March 22nd Tested Areas: English, Reading and Math SAT/ACT scores may also qualify you for credit level classes at AACC

So Take ACTION! Keep…(or get) your grades up! Explore career & college options & set realistic goals Get work & volunteer experience Go on college visits/open houses Look into summer enrichment programs Involve parent/guardian in planning & decision making Work with your school counselor

Let’s Get Started Naviance/Family Connection www.broadneck.org Scroll to the bottom and click on Naviance & sign in Your username and password should be your SIF# Review the Class of 2018 Junior Handout and Junior Year Planning Calendar