NORTHWEST
HIGH SCHOOL
Objectives
 Review the Northwest HS Counselors
 Review Small Learning Communities
 Review Graduation Requirements and Credits
 Explore Ways to Get Involved
 Begin the Course Registration Process
Northwest
A-Br Counselors
Mr. Flach
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Dp-Har
Has-La
Lb-Ly
M-O
P-Q
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T-Z
Ms. McCarthy-Redd
Ms. Kravitz
Ms. Cois
Ms. Fiallo
Mr. Freeman
Ms. O’Connell
Ms. Fiallo
Ms. Bunting
Mr. Stewart
Counseling Team
Small Learning
Communities
ACES
Ms. Malik
Academy of Biotechnology
Ms. Link
Academy of Finance
Ms. Richards
Academy of Fine Art
Ms. Beck
Graduation
Requirements
 22 Credits
 75 Student Service Learning Hours
 Standardized Tests (PARCC and HSA)
Specific Credit
4 credits of Requirements
English
3 credits of Science (1 Physical and 1 Biology)
4 credits of Math (1 Algebra and 1 Geometry)
3 credits of Social Studies (USH, NSL, MWH)
1 credit of Fine Art
1 credit of Physical Education
1 credit of Basic Technology
.5 credit of Health
2.5 credits of Electives
Program Completer Requirement:
2 credits of World Language
OR
2 credits of Advanced Technology
OR
4-9 credits of a Career Development Program
Off-Site Programs
Jr. Naval ROTC
Printing, Graphics & Electronic
Media
Biotechnology
Medical Careers
Foundations of Building &
Construction Technologies
Carpentry
Electricity (Construction)
Heating/Air Conditioning
Interior Design
Masonry
Plumbing
Cosmetology
Hospitality & Tourism
Nail Technology
Professional Restaurant
Management
Network Operations &
Programming
Drafting & Design Technology
Auto Body Repair Technology
Automotive Technology
Foundations of Automotive
Technologies
Be Involved!
Keep your GPA above 2.0 and earn no more than 1 E in
order to participate in:
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Over 80 Clubs and Activities
• Nationally Ranked Chess
Team
• Award-Winning Robotics
Team
Activities/Student Leadership
• Student Government
• Class Office
• Jagwire/Yearbook
• Forensics Club
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Boys Track & Field Team –
2013 State Champs
• Hurdlers: 2 Nationally
#1 Ranked Athletes
Softball – 2013 4A
Regional Champs
2013 and 2014 Maryland
4A State Football
Champions
Varsity Girls Volleyball2015 4A State Champs
What Does It Take to Get Into
College?
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University of Maryland receives approximately 28,000 applications for a class of 4,000.
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NWHS students who were accepted in 2015 had an average GPA of 3.78 and SAT of 1934.
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Towson University receives over 18,000 applications for a class of 3,000.
NWHS students who were accepted in 2015 had an average GPA of 3.26 and SAT of 1657.
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Mount St. Mary’s University receives over 6,000 applications for a class of 500.
NWHS students who were accepted in 2015 had an average GPA of 3.00 and SAT of 1497.
Half-Day Options
Internship:
 Opportunity to get real-world experience in your future career
 Can be taken as either a double-period or triple-period class
 Strong candidates have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and good attendance
 Must complete the application by February 16th, 2016
 Please see Ms. Phillips in Room 306 if you have not received an inquiry
packet
Dual Enrollment Program at Montgomery College:
 Opportunity to take courses on a college campus
 Earn college credits at a reduced cost for those who qualify
 Application process must be completed by February 22nd , 2016.
Site-Based Work Experience:
 Must complete CCRD to be eligible
 Must find and maintain employment
 Must work at least 8 hours a week
YOU MUST BE IN ONE OF
THESE PROGRAMS
TO HAVE A HALF DAY!
Earning college credit while in high school with Montgomery College
For a successful MC experience, high school juniors should:
• have a minimum 3.0 GPA
• be prepared to take the SAT or ACT as early as March or April with qualifying
scores of a minimum 500 SAT Critical Reading | 500 Math or 21 ACT Math | 21
ACT English
• be prepared to take the Accuplacer for college level placement if no college test
scores are available
Things to consider:
• Have you taken advantage of the rigorous curriculum offered at Northwest?
Colleges place a great deal of importance on the course content taken at the high
school level.
• Do you have a transportation plan for getting to campus? Transportation is the
responsibility of the student.
• Cost? Montgomery County students may be eligible for a reduction in cost but
cost and payment may still be a deciding factor.
Interested? Ask for the brochure today! Student Interest Forms in the
brochure MUST be returned to counselors by February 16 to receive the
Dual Enrollment Application. Application due date: February 22
Aiding as a Senior
Rising seniors must complete application.
Requirements:
 2.75 cumulative GPA at the
end of first semester of your
junior year
 No attendance issues
 No behavioral issues
Deadline:
 Friday, February 26th
to the counseling office
(NO EXCEPTIONS)
Student aides will be placed in offices or specific
Honors English 10 A
Honors English 10 B
Algebra 2A
Algebra 2B
Honors Chemistry A
Honors Chemistry B
Honors NSL A
Spanish 2A
Honors NSL B
Spanish 2B
Honors Health
Ceramics 1A
Literature as Film
Ceramics 1B
Digital Art A and B
Digital Photography A and B
Honors Financial Planning
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Course recommendations and
selections
These are recommendations:
if you would like to take
something other then a recommended course
1. Complete accurate forms
2. Get appropriate signatures
• It is important to speak to your teachers or counselor to
discuss any concerns or questions you may have
regarding recommendations.
Course Recommendation
Forms
Moving Down
Moving Up
Math
Registering for classes
online
year, all students
will be registering for
This
classes online at home. Follow the Powerpoint
that can be found on the Northwest Website. It
will guide you through the steps of registering
online. Under the quick links tab, click on
Northwest HS 2016-2017 Registration to view the
Powerpoint.
Registering for classes
online cont…
(We have also provided you with a hard copy of
the directions)
Important Deadlines
 Complete Registration online by
Monday, February 15th
 Registration Card due back…..
9th grade: bring with you to the counseling office
(February 16th, 17th and 19th)
10th and 11th grade: return to English teacher
by Tuesday, February 16th
Important Deadlines
cont.
You will receive a letter in May that
lists the courses you have requested.
You must alert the counseling office at
Northwest by June 1st if you want to
make any changes to your schedule for
the 2016-2017 school year.
Questions?