1. STRATFORD HIGH SCHOOL SCHOOL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
Welcome Students Class of 2020!!! 1

2. FRESHMEN SCHOOL COUNSELING ORIENTATION
The School Counseling Department is here to help you have a successful high school experience! 2

3. Where is the School Counseling Office Located?
Second Floor
Yellow Hall
Just follow the signs to Guidance 3

4. Counselor Assignment by student last name:
Mrs. Price
9th – 12th graders
A – C
Mrs. Dukes
9th – 12th graders
D – I 4

5. Mrs. Bryant 9th – 12th graders J – O
Counselor Assignment by student last name:
Mrs. Bryant
9th – 12th graders
J – O
Ms. Ranado
9th – 12th graders
P – Th

6. Ms. Washington 9th – 12th graders Ti – Z
Counselor Assignment by student last name:
Ms. Washington
9th – 12th graders
Ti – Z
Mr. Smith
9th – 12th graders
Athletes

7. Support Staff
Mrs. Bullock Secretary
Mrs. Fabian
Registrar

8. The Role of School Counseling Services
Provide direct student services - focusing on academics, personal/social, and career needs
Collaboratively develop Individual Graduation Plans (IGPs)
Assist in removing barriers, so students can live, learn, and work

9. Individual Graduation Plan
Counselors meet with students and parents every year to develop and update the Individual Graduation Plan (IGP).
9th grade
Choose a Career Academy
Academy of Arts and Humanities
Academy of Business and Information Systems
Academy of Health Sciences, Human and Public Services
Academy of Engineering, Manufacturing and Industrial Technologies
10th grade
Choose a Career Major
Completing a major consists of taking four required courses
11th grade
Review of coursework
Review graduation requirements
Post Secondary Plans
SAT/ACT/ASVAB/TTC Placement Test
12th grade
Review of coursework
College application information
Scholarship information

10. If you need help in a class…
Ask your teacher!
They are available to help!
Every department offers tutoring before and after school.
Ask your teacher for the tutoring schedule!

11. Grading Scale A = 90 – 100 B = 80 – 89 C = 70 – 79 D = 60 – 69
F =

12. FRESHMAN CREDIT REQUIREMENTS
Go for 8!
Remember:
You need a 60 or better to pass a class.
You also cannot have too many absences or you will fail the course, regardless of your grade.
Grades and attendance matter
Future course placement (CP, Honors, AP)
Meeting graduation requirements
Earning scholarships

13. Attendance Policy You should attend school everyday.
If you miss more than 5 days in a semester long class,10 days in a year long class, or 3 days in a nine week class, you face the possibility of losing credit.
If you are absent, you must turn in an excuse to the attendance office within 3 days of returning to school.
If you have any concerns about your attendance, you should speak with Ms. Bubb in the attendance office.

14. Graduation Requirements 24 Credits
 4 ENGLISH: _____ _____ _____ _____
4 MATH: _____ _____ _____ _____
3 SCIENCE: Biology I _____ _____
3 SOCIAL STUDIES: S.S. ELECTIVE _____
U.S. HISTORY _____
GOVT/ECON _____
1 PE/ROTC: _____
1 COMPUTER SCIENCE: _____
1 FOREIGN LANGUAGE OR OCCUPATIONAL ELECTIVE: _____
7 ELECTIVES _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ _____ 14

15. GRADES MATTER!
Grades not only help you pass classes and advance to earning a high school diploma… they can also earn you money for college! 15

16. LIFE Scholarship Information
South Carolina 4-year colleges
$5,000 per year
(You must meet 2 out of 3 of the following criteria)
3.0 cumulative GPA
1100 SAT or 24 ACT
Top 30% of graduating class
South Carolina 2-year colleges
full tuition plus $300 books
3.0 cumulative GPA
*Scholarship information as of August 2016 16

17. Palmetto Fellows Scholarship Information
South Carolina 4-year colleges
3.5 cumulative GPA
1200 SAT or 27 ACT
Top 6% of class at the end of 10th, 11th, or 12th grade Or
4.0 cumulative GPA
1400 SAT or 32 ACT
*Scholarship information as of August 2016
$6,700 first year in college, then $7,500 the next three years 17

18. Requirements for SC 4-year Colleges and Universities
4 ENGLISH: _____ _____ _____ _____ (College Prep or Higher)
4 MATH: Algebra I _____ Algebra II _____ Geometry _____ 4th Higher Level _____
(a fourth higher-level math course such as pre-calculus, calculus, or statistics)
3 LAB SCIENCES: Biology _____ Chemistry or Physics _____
  Lab Science with a Biology or Chemistry Prerequisite _____
 3 SOCIAL STUDIES: US History _____ Gov./Econ. _____ Social Studies _____
 1 PE/ROTC: _____
 1 FINE ARTS: _____
SAME FOREIGN LANGUAGE: _____ _____ (Clemson and College of Charleston require 3)
COLLEGE PREP ELECTIVE in Computer Science
COLLEGE PREP ELECTIVE (Fine Arts, English, Foreign Language, Social Science, Humanities, Lab Science, Physical Education, or Math)

19. Success in high school also means getting involved….
Get involved in groups, clubs, and/or sports around the school!
Great experiences to meet new people and opportunity for growth!
Check out Stratford’s website to find a list of organizations and the advisors’ s. 19

20. Making an Appointment to Speak with a Counselor
Students can complete a “Request to See a Counselor” form before or after school, during lunch or between classes. Your counselor will call you in as soon as they are available.
In case of an EMERGENCY, students will be seen immediately by any available counselor.
Parents may request an appointment with a counselor by calling the School Counseling Department at 20

21. Stay connected to SHS Website www.bcsdschools.net/domain/44
Facebook Page
Stratford High Knights
Twitter Page
@StratfordSC
PowerSchool Parent Portal
Access grades, attendance, and behavior write-ups
Text messaging through Remind for Knightly News
to 81010 21

22. BCSD CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE

23. BCSD CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE
Develop a digital portfolio
Experiences to become college and career ready over four years
Enhance critical thinking and problem solving skills
Practice and display integrity and self-direction
Earn 1 honors credit at the end of senior year

24. BCSD CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE
An excellent opportunity to create meaning and lifelong learning experiences that will foster your development as a South Carolina graduate and contributing citizen to society

25. BCSD CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Career Research Paper
Portfolio Components
SCOIS Assessment or other career assessment with reflection (9th)
Work Keys Credential (11th)
Two Job shadowing experience with paperwork (onsite/virtual) (9th - 12th)
Resume (12th)
Cover Letter (12th )
Career Interview with reflection (9th – 12th )
Transcript (12th)
Senior IGP
Two Letters of Recommendations (12th)
Two College or Industry Tours (onsite/virtual) (9th -12th )

26. BCSD CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
3. Four additional activities/assignments from a menu of options
Service/Leadership/Volunteer Opportunities (20+hours & reflection)
Industry Certification (Copy of certification/credential)
Mock Interview (Mock interview form & reflection)
Internship/Apprenticeship/Co-Op (District paperwork)
Career Related Employment (Copy of pay stub & reflection)
Organizational PD for students-Conferences/conventions/competitions (copy of program/agenda & reflection)
Club Membership –in good standing (Letter from sponsor)
Test Preparation Course –SAT/ACT/ASVAB (Certificate of completion)
Additional opportunities – Girls/Boys State, Leadership, approval external opportunities (Program/Agenda & reflection)
Complete and submit two college application scholarship applications (copy of completed application)

27. STEM Premier Electronic Portfolio -
Will create an account in order to upload required information
More details to come

28. STRATFORD HIGH SCHOOL SCHOOL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
Thank You!
GO KNIGHTS!