Eleanor Roosevelt High School Class of 2019 Parent Meeting Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017 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 Pamela Roberts Aaaa – Bonil Kennf – Mille davidh@pgcps.org pamela.roberts@pgcps.org Amber Scott Lolethia Lomax-Frazier Bonim – Dawki Millf – Rahim amber2.scott@pgcps.org lfrazier@pgcps.org Sarah Hamelin Judi Moien Dawkj – Green Rahin – Stewa sarah.hamelin@pgcps.org judi.moien@pgcps.org Dr. Marisha Wright Devonne Johnson Greeo – Kenne Stewb – Zzzzz marisha.wright@pgcps.org devonne.johnson@pgcps.org

CLASS OF 2019 WEBSITE http://www.pgcps.org/eleanorroosevelt/wipage.aspx?pageid=232825 Follow us on social media: Facebook: ERHSRaiders Twitter: @ERRaiders

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

JUNIOR YEAR Important year Courses have already been entered Changes can be made through the first month of school Summer Enrichment Summer School Registration PSAT/SAT Registration Scholarships

NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Every junior should plan to take the PSAT in October in order to be considered. Typically 1500 or above www.nationalmerit.org

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 Continue keeping track of special activities /awards/recognitions you receive (this is 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 Look for summer enrichment programs in which you can participate.

LET’S MAKE SOME MONEY! Coldstone @ College Park (May 4th 6-8pm) Mid Atlantic Fundraising, Inc. Andy McFall Includes; free cap & gown, grad night tickets, senior picnic etc.

Important Dates! Progress Reports Report Cards Progress and Report Cards Release Dates Progress Reports 4th Quarter Tuesday, May 23, 2017 Report Cards 4th Quarter Mailed home on Friday, June 23, 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

CLASS OF 2019 FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS How to check to see if your child owes any money to the school: Go to: www.pgcps.org Click: More Options Click: SchoolMAX Family Portal Type: Username and Password Click: Fees (financial obligations)

FUTURE FINANCIAL ADVICE Senior Total Cost: $350 (minimum) Senior Picnic $25 - $35 Grad Night $30 Prom Tickets $80 Yearbook $90 Class Ring $69 Cap/Gown $45 *PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*

ERHS CLASS OF 2019 GOAL: Determine interest level and establish a planning committee PURPOSE: Optional Retreat for Class Team Building and Enrichment WHO: Open to the Class of 2019; maximum capacity 380 WHEN: 3 Days/2 Nights (tentatively in September, 2017) WHERE: Summit Lake, Emmitsburg, MD; www.summitlake.org ESTIMATED COST: $150- $200 (meals, lodging, transportation, and activities)

ERHS CLASS OF 2019 TENTATIVE EVENTS: Team Building; Time and Stress Management; Career Planning Options; Decision- Making; Water Sampling; Nature Walks; Hiking/Low Ropes; Swimming; Sports and Games. NOTES: No religious content, meal/dietary restrictions can be accommodated, parents will be needed as chaperones Questions or to volunteer for the committee: please email charlean19@comcast.net

Parents of the Class of 2019!! “Let’s Make it Happen”

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS