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

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

3. PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELORS
David Heintzelman Aaaa – Bonil Amber Scott Bonim – Dawki Sarah Hamelin Dawkj – Green Dr. Marisha Wright Greeo – Kenne Pamela Roberts Kennf – Mille Lolethia Lomax-Frazier Millf – Rahim Judi Moien Rahin – Stewa Devonne Johnson Stewb – Zzzzz

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

5. Countdown To Graduation Checklist
Class of 2019
Countdown To Graduation Checklist
Total Credits Required
Including Specific Credit Requirements*
Student Service Learning Hours *Completed by the end of the Sophomore Year*
Senior Contracts
*Completed by September 2018*
High School Assessment /PARCC
Biology & LSN Gov’t Composite
Algebra 1 & English 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*

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

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

8. 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.

9. 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. 

10. 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)

11. 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

12. 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.

13. 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
Create a password

14. 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*

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

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