Junior Parent Night
Class of 2017
To Graduation and Beyond!
WELCOME
Parents and Students
 JROTC
 Project Manhood
 CTAE
 Move on When Ready
 CCI
 Credit Recovery
 Alternative Programs
 Counselor Information
 College & Career Information
Counseling Department
At Chapel Hill High School
Melissa NelsonGraham
Counselor A-K
770-651-6235
Susan Goss
SST/ RTI Facilitator
770-651-6232
Linda Scroggy
Counselor L-Z
770-651-6236
Stephanie WalkerHarry
College & Career
Center Specialist
770-651-6230
Jackie Bemus
Counselor
9th grade
770-651-6234
Adrian Brown
School Social Worker
770-651-6299
(Email is firstname.lastname@douglas.k12.ga.us)
Class of 2016
Graduation Requirements
One Diploma
4 English
4 Math
4 Science
3 Social Studies (state requires ½ Government
and ½ Economics)
Health/Personal Fitness
3 Units of CTAE classes, Fine Art classes, or
Modern Language classes
SEALS & HONORS
Academic Seal
3 separate AP courses or
3 separate college core dual enrollment courses or
3 separate technical college dual enrollment certification programs or
a combination that totals 3
CHHS Honor Graduate
3.75 cumulative GPA, 2 credits of the same foreign language, max credits,
no F’s, 5 core classes senior year
Board Scholar
3.50 cumulative GPA, 2 credits of same foreign language, max credits, no
F’s, 1 extra core
Fine Arts Seal
4 Fine Art Units, 2 in the same area
Foreign Language Seal
3 units of the same language
End of Course
Tests
(EOC)
--Classes that require EOC
9th Grade Literature
American Literature
Algebra
Geometry
Physical Science
Biology
US History
Economics
--Counts 20% of final grade
--2 sections on Math, Science, Social Studies; 3 sections on
Literature tests (includes writing component)
--Scores posted on the transcript
ASVAB
(Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery)
 Ten short individual tests
 For Juniors & Seniors
 Measures verbal, math, academic ability
 Given by Armed Services
 No cost
 Provides valuable info to help with career &
educational goals; helps you to know self better
 Links aptitudes with occupational areas
 Helps assess your potential for further education
 Given in October at CHHS, results to students
November 16 & 17
HOPE Programs
 Hope Scholarship
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3.0 Core GPA (All Academic Classes)
4.0 Conversion
Honors and AP extra points taken off
Additional .5 added to AP classes & DE classes
Not on the transcript
Calculation done by Georgia Student Finance Commission
Check GaCollege411
4 Rigorous Classes (see gacollege411 for updated list of classes)
 Hope Grant
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Used at Technical Colleges
Tuition, fees, & $300 book allowance
No GPA requirement
Diploma or Certificate programs
PLEASE NOTE: QUALIFICATIONS FOR HOPE SCHOLARSHIP MAY CHANGE. CHECK ON
GACOLLEGE411 FOR LEGISLATIVE CHANGES.
ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMS
 Project Graduation—offers computer based
instruction for students who have not made
adequate academic progress in the traditional
school setting. 3 hours/day, 5 days/week (mornings)
 Night School—same as Project Graduation except
hours are 4:30-8:30 p.m. 4 days/week
 Performance Learning Center (PLC)—offers
computer based courses and enrichment
assignments for students who struggle in a
traditional school setting.
 Must have referral from counselor and interview
with program supervisor.
CREDIT RECOVERY
 Used for students who do not pass a class or
special situation where they are behind in
meeting graduation requirements, i.e.,
transfer student.
 On-line classes taken during the regular
school day at Chapel Hill High School.
 Can and should work at home through the
internet.
 Make up only for courses required for
graduation.
STUDY SKILLS
-ORGANIZE
-EVERY NIGHT--REGULAR TIME, REGULAR PLACE
-REVIEW
USE “ACTIVE” STUDYING
-USE AGENDA
-TAKE GOOD NOTES (rewrite)
-FLASHCARDS
-USE HIGHLIGHTERS
-OUTLINE
-PRACTICE
-PRIORITIZE
-FOLLOW DIRECTIONS
-BREAK UP LARGE ASSIGNMENTS
-PROOFREAD
-TAKE CARE OF SELF--SLEEP, EAT
-STUDY WITH OTHERS
DON’T GIVE UP!
TEST TAKING SKILLS
Go to bed on time
Eat a good breakfast
Positive self talk
Read directions carefully
Read the whole question and all answers
Reduce your choices
Skip questions you are not sure you know;
come back to later
8. Review your answers
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EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
(see school website)
 clubs
ATHLETICS
employment
Honor organizations
COMMUNITY TEAMS
COMMUNITY SERVICE
HOBBIES/INTERESTS/PASSIONs
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
 CONFLICT RESOLUTION
 PROBLEM SOLVING
 COMMUNICATION
 ATTITUDE
 SELF ESTEEM
 BALANCE
 MOTIVATION
 DECISION MAKING
 ADVOCATE FOR SELF
 TIME MANAGEMENT
 GOAL SETTING
College and Career Center
 The College and Career Center is where parents and
students can find:
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Resource books, career information, scholarship information
SAT/ACT Testing information as well as test waivers
Career cruising.com
Transcripts for college and scholarships ( $3.00 each copy)
Work Permits
Information on Selective Service/ Military Information
Voter Registration
NCAA Information
CCI
 Registration is taking place now. See
Ms. Walker-Harry in the career center.
 CCI course offerings are Automotive,
Computer Design, Cosmetology,
Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, Dental
Assisting, Early Childhood
Development, Game Development,
Healthcare, HVAC, Pharmacy, Graphic
Arts, Video Production, Welding.
Move on When Ready
(MOWR)
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Open to any grade level.
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Provide SAT or ACT scores.
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Complete the college’s MOWR application by the
deadline.
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Complete a HOPE grant application online at
www.gacollege411.org
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If approved you will then register for courses with
your MOWR college advisor and talk to your
counselor here at CHHS.
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Complete paperwork for college & high school
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Looking at Options for
Post-Secondary Study
 Four-year Colleges and
Universities
many majors offered
leading to undergraduate
degrees
 Two-year Colleges
offer freshman and
sophomore level classes
toward an associate degree
and/or transfer to a 4-year
school
 Technical Colleges
certificate, diploma and 2year degree programs
leading directly to
employment upon
completion of specialized
training and/or transfer to a
4-year school
 Special Purpose Schools
focus on specific fields such
as the arts or medical
specialties
Applying to College
 Complete Senior Brag Sheet
 Choose 3-5 schools
 Make comparisons, look at program of study, consider cost,
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etc. www.gacollege411.org
Contact particular college for specific information about
courses needed in high school (i.e., Math, Science).
Apply on-line (use GaCollege411)
See Ms. Walker-Harry in the Career Center to have transcript
sent ($3.00 each)
Have SAT/ACT scores sent directly from testing
agency
Visit Cappex.com for information and helpful worksheets
Visit schools; to be excused from school, see Mrs. WalkerHarry in the Career Center
OTHER TESTING
ACT or SAT
 How did I do on the PSAT?
 How did I do on the ASPIRE?
 Am I a logical and/or analytical thinker?
 Do I remember facts & figures well?
 Students should talk to their counselor to
determine which test might be best.
 See handout for further comparisons.
 SAT has new format beginning March 2016.
Importance of Academic Rigor
Admissions
Decision
GPA
SAT
# of Honors
Courses
# of AP
Courses
Student A
DENIED
3.8
2130
13
3
Student B
ACCEPTED
3.7
1980
15
6
Student A
DENIED
3.9
1820
3
2
Student B
ACCEPTED
3.8
1760
6
7
UGA
Georgia Tech
Scholarship Information
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Scholarships are posted in the CHHS
Career Center.
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Hard copies of most non-institutional
scholarships are available in the
College & Career Center.
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Don’t forget to check with any local
organizations, banks, employers,
credit unions, and insurance
companies.
You can start applying for some
scholarships your Junior year.
 Large database of scholarship
information, awards available for
academic achievement, special skills
and talents, and/or financial need.
www.fastweb.com
www.scholarships.com
www.gacollege411.org
Remember – you should never
pay for scholarship searches or
information!
NCAA Eligibility Center
 Juniors who intend to play division 1 or division 2 college level
sports should register this year with the NCAA
 The website is www.eligibilitycenter.org. There is a link for
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prospective student-athletes (includes frequently asked
questions)
Review the “Eligibility Standards”
Registration cost is $75.00 (fee waivers available)
ACT/SAT scores must be sent directly to the eligibility
center– the code is 9999
High School transcript must also be sent to the eligibility
center. See Ms. Walker-Harry. The cost is $3.00
You must contact a college coach to be referred to NCAA
NEW CHANGES FOR CLASS OF 2017! (refer to website)
Important Dates
Progress / Report Cards
Registration Dates
 Thursday, February 18
4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
 Tuesday, February 23,
4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
 Thursday, February 25,
4:00 -7:00 p.m.
 March 21
 May 31
Other Dates
 April 25-May 9—End of
Course Assessments
 May 2- 13—AP Tests
 May 17 - 20—Final Exams
 May 20–Students’ Last day
Thank You for
Coming!