Eleanor Roosevelt High School Class of 2019 Parent Meeting Tuesday, October 25th, 2016 Auditorium

TEAM 2019 Sandra Lyles Assistant Principal Slyles@pgcps.org Clinton Shands Assistant Principal Clinton.Shands@pgcps.org Sandra Lyles Assistant Principal Slyles@pgcps.org Jason Powell Sponsor Jason.Powell@pgcps.org Amber Scott Sponsor Amber2.Scott@pgcps.org

PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELORS David Heintzelman Aaaa – Bonil davidh@pgcps.org Amber Scott Bonim – Dawki amber2.scott@pgcps.org Sarah Hamelin Dawkj – Green sarah.hamelin@pgcps.org Dr. Marisha Wright Greeo – Kenne marisha.wright@pgcps.org Pamela Roberts Kennf – Mille pamela.roberts@pgcps.org Lolethia Lomax-Frazier Millf – Rahim lfrazier@pgcps.org Judi Moien Rahin – Stewa judi.moien@pgcps.org Devonne Johnson Stewb – Zzzzz devonne.johnson@pgcps.org

jason.powell@pgcps.org 2019 Link Important/Updated Information 2019 Parent Database E-mail: jason.powell@pgcps.org To receive: 2019 Link Important/Updated Information

Countdown To Graduation Checklist Class of 2019 Countdown To Graduation Checklist Total Credits Required 21 Including Specific Credit Requirements*   Student Service Learning Hours 24 *Completed by the end of the Sophomore Year* Senior Contracts *Completed by September 2018* High School Assessment /PARCC Biology - 400 & LSN Gov’t - 394 Composite - 794 Algebra 1 & English 10 - 3 or higher * (Subject to Change)* Graduation Package *Deluxe - $185.00, Essential - $85.00 or Cap & Gown w/Tassel - $35.00* Senior Obligations/Dues *Turned in by the end of December 2018* SAT/ACT *Last attempt by the end of October 2018* College Applications (Every Student) *Submitted by the end of November 2018* FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) *Submitted before January 1 of 2019*

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Attendance Credits HSA/PARCC Testing Financial Obligations Paid Service Learning Hours Completed

PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS Grade 10 to 11: A student must earn 10 credits which must include 2 English 1 Math 1 Science 1 Social Studies

COLLEGE & CAREERS ON THE HORIZON #1 Maintain AT LEAST a “B” in all classes. #2 Get involved in at least one activity/club this year and stay involved. #3 Begin keeping track of special activities /awards/recognitions you receive (this will be the start of your resume). #4 Complete your Student Service Learning Hours, keeping track of what you do and learn from the activity (the more hours you earn, the better). #5 Begin thinking about which honors/AP course you may want to take next year. #6 In the Spring, begin looking for summer enrichment programs in which you can participate.

ADMISSION REVIEW FACTORS Colleges such as the University of Maryland, assess students for admission based on four categories: Educational Performance Potential for College Success Potential to Promote Beneficial Educational Outcomes and to Contribute to Campus & Community Life Students’ Persistence and Commitment to Educational Success. 

QUANTITATIVE & QUALITATIVE FACTORS High School Achievement Grades in Academic Subjects Rank in Class Written Expression of Ideas (Essay) Gender SAT or ACT Scores Work Experience Recognition of Special Achievements Extenuating Circumstances Socio-Economic Background Geographic Origin Breadth of Life Experiences Extracurricular Activities Special Talent or Skills Community Involvement Community Service Demonstrated Leadership Academic Endeavors Outside of the Classroom Quality of Coursework Residency Status Race Ethnicity Family Educational Background (1st Gen) Learning Differences English as a Second Language/Language Spoken at Home Progression of Performance (improvement over the years)

Important Dates! Progress and Report Cards Release Dates Progress Reports 1st Quarter Wednesday, October 05, 2016 2nd Quarter Wednesday, December 21, 2016 3rd Quarter Tuesday, March 07, 2017 4th Quarter Tuesday, May 23, 2017 Report Cards 1st Quarter Tuesday, November 15, 2016 2nd Quarter Thursday, February 02, 2017 3rd Quarter Monday, April 10, 2017 4th Quarter Thursday, June 22, 2017

SCHOOLMAX PARENT PORTAL MOBILE APP SchoolMax Family Portal and Family Portal Mobile App for Parents and Guardians For detailed information navigate to SchoolMax Family Portal for Parents and Guardians Guide, which is available from the PGCPS homepage under the Parents pull down menu, select SchoolMax Family Portal link then scroll down to the guide links below.

SCHOOLMAX PARENT PORTAL CONT. Steps to making an account: Login using your child’s ID number and birthday Select a parent Put in your current house number Put in zip code Enter the CORRECT email Create a password

FUTURE FINANCIAL ADVICE Senior Total Cost: $464 (minimum) Senior Picnic $25 - $35 Grad Night $30 Prom Tickets $80 Class Ring $69 Yearbook $65 - $75 *PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*

NEXT PARENT MEETING Wednesday, February 22nd 2017 6:30 – 8:00 pm Featuring: Junior year scheduling PSAT Summer programs/activities Major Fundraiser

Welcome to Eleanor Roosevelt High School Parents of the Class of 2019!! “Let’s Make it Happen”