1. Welcome Class of 2021

2. Introduction Brent Prasnikar A – Gi Paula Emery Gj – N Lee Brown O – Z
David Salerno Owens Freshman Transition Specialist
Almost 95% of our students go to a 2 or 4 year college after high school.
Opportunities for all students: Make Lakeridge work for what your student needs to find their own best path.

3. Steps to Success in High School Help them help themselves!

4. On being successful! Support them in being prepared for class
healthy food, plenty of rest, materials
Be on time!
Encourage them to be focused

5. Organization remind them to…
Bring all materials to class.
Write down all assignments and their due dates!
Keep good notes. Use colors to improve notes and to emphasize key ideas.
Organize your work place at home.
Eliminate distractions.
Put completed homework where they will know where it is so they can turn it in on time.
Use Synergy ParentVue.
teachers when necessary.

6. Time Management Start school work the day it’s assigned.
Encourage them to do their best work.
It takes time to do work well. Most successful freshmen do 1 – 3 hours of homework each day.
Estimate how long each assignment will take. Decide how much effort it needs.
Help them prioritize their time. A 5-point assignment should not be given as much time as a 100-point assignment.
Learn to use a little bit of time for review.
Break down large projects into smaller projects.

7. Thinking/Study/Effort
Preview assignments, handouts, and textbook chapters ahead of time.
Do Blue homework on Blue Day.
Do White homework on White Day.
Spending time reviewing new information daily, makes studying for tests much easier.
Support them by knowing who they are: Is it better for them to start the most difficult assignment first or take care of smaller assignments first?
Figure out new ways to solve problems.

8. Get help when you need it: Teachers, academic mentors when available, after school tutoring in the library, paid tutors, counselor, Link Crew, Family, peer study groups.
List new vocabulary words and definitions.
If during your homework you come up with questions or concepts that are unclear, write them down to ask your teacher later.
Sometimes before/after school or at TSCT are better times to talk to teachers than during class.
Use Study Hall!

9. Teachers Ask questions. Communicate often.
Listen well and follow directions.
Participate in class.
Figure out the teacher’s style of presenting information.
Concentrate on subject matter, not personality.
Withhold judgment; get the key ideas.
Don’t make assumptions or jump to conclusions.
Think critically. Keep an open mind.
Remember: Our teachers want your child to succeed!

10. Remember the Foundation for Success
Keep emotions down
Stay realistically positive and encouraging
Don‘t catastrophize
Stay in the present
Keep your expectations at an appropriate developmental level for your student
Understand where they are at, not where you would prefer them to be
Experiment to find what works
Use their input and knowledge about themselves
Listen to them!
Have some fun!

11. The Transcript
Making a permanent record:

12. Graduation Requirements
Subject Area Credits Needed English 4 credits Social Studies 3 credits Science 3 credits Mathematics 3 credits (Algebra 1 and above) ACS (Speech) .5 credits Fine Arts 1 credit Health 1 credit World Language 2 credits Physical Education 1 credit Electives 6.5 credits Total 25 credits

13. Additional Graduation Requirements
Pass the state Reading test
Pass the state Writing test
Pass the state Math test
Complete 2 CRLEs
(Career-Related Learning Experiences)

14. Credits from Junior High
Algebra and Geometry taken at the junior high will be listed on the transcript and counted as elective credit.
One or two years of World Language taken at the junior high will be listed on the transcript and will count as World Language Credit toward high school graduation.
The courses listed above count for credit but are not calculated into the high school GPA.

15. 4-year College Entry Requirements
Different requirements for different colleges.
Some minimums to consider:
Advanced Algebra
Two years of the same World Language
No D’s in core subjects
SAT/ACT
Possible minimum GPA (aim for 3.0 at least)

16. 2-year College Recommendations
Keep a 2.5 GPA or above for scholarship opportunities (Oregon Promise).
No SAT or ACT needed.
Developing strong student skills in high school means a better chance of success at community college and beyond!

17. 4-Year Planning Get needed classes and credits for graduation.
Be prepared for your next step---college or other.
Develop balance in your life---academics, community involvement, physical activity, school activities, rest.
Explore different curricular areas.
Find the schedule and load that is best for you.
Remember that this is not a permanent plan.
Think about: what kind of college or post high school goals you have and what interests you want to pursue.
Are you taking courses that make you a viable candidate for what your goals are.

18. To test or not to test?
PSAT is given at Lakeridge to all freshmen, sophomores and juniors each October.
ACT or SAT is taken to gain admission to a four year school.
We recommend taking either of the above tests during your junior year if in or above advanced algebra.

19. Athletics
Eligibility in high school
Eligibility in college

20. Be Involved Lakeridge activities: Clubs, Sports, Leadership
Find activities that match your goals/interests.
Be yourself.
Don’t spread yourself too thin.
Keep track of activities.
HAVE FUN!

21. National Honor Society
3.5 GPA after two semesters at Lakeridge.
Minimum of 5 Academic classes.
Community service hours.
Leadership.
EXCEL (after school) tutoring.

22. In Conclusion
Remember that your student is the most important piece in high school success and the college admissions process.
Stay focused on who your student is right now and help them do their best and develop maturity at their own rate.
Try not to worry, blame or get frustrated.
Use the help and advice available at Lakeridge High School.

23. Thank you for attending this evening!