We are your Counselors
Ms. Reger
A–G
Mr. Nolen
H–N
Mrs. Horning
O–Z
…happens one day at a time!
It doesn’t just happen! It is CREATED… by
you!
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Academic
Personal
Support Groups
Crisis
Career
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Each counselor
has a sign-up
book on the
counter in the
guidance office.
Your counselor
will send a pass
for you.
Confidentiality …
1. If we believe you are a danger to yourself
or others.
2. If we suspect you are being harmed.
3. If we are ordered by a court of law.
Conflict… is a part of life.
 If handled constructively, conflict
–Helps you develop new skills
–Creates relationships built on respect
–Encourages you to find new ways to solve
a problem
 If left unsolved or poorly handled,
conflict
Can escalate a small problem into a major
incident
 Can cause extra stress
 May lead to violence
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 How much credit is one class worth in
one semester?
1/2
 How many credits can a student earn in
a semester?
3
 How many credits can a student earn in
four years?
24
 How many credits must a student earn to
graduate?
23
Graduation Requirements
English
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4 Credits
(8 sem)
English 9, 10, 11, 12 or advanced level english class
World History
U. S. History
Government
Economics
1 Credit
1 Credit
½ Credit
½ Credit
(2 sem)
(2 sem)
(1 sem)
(1 sem)
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Algebra I
1 Credit
Geometry
1 Credit
Algebra II
1 Credit
Mandatory Math Elective
(2 sem)
(2 sem)
(2 sem)
(2 sem)
Biology
1 Credit
Chemistry or Physics
Additional Science Credit
(2 sem)
(2 sem)
(2 sem)
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Health
PE
VPAA
World Language
½ Credit (1 sem)
½ Credit (1 sem)
1.0 Credit
2.0 Credit
MME is a college entrance exam and a
scholarship opportunity
9th Grade:
 Social Studies MEAP
 Explore – pre-ACT
10th Grade:
 PLAN *– pre-ACT
 PSAT *– pre-SAT
11th Grade:
 PSAT *– qualifying test
for National Merit
Scholarship
 MI Merit Exam
 ACT – college admissions
test (part of MME)
 SAT – college admissions
test
12th Grade:
 ACT October or December
*Necessary scores for dual-enrollment in 11th or 12th grade
Grade
English
Social
Studies
9th
English 9
or
Honors English 9
World History
Intro Algebra 1
or
Algebra 1
Biology
or
Honors Biology
Health
Physical
Education
World Language
10th
English 10
or
Honors English
10
U.S. History
Or
AP U.S. History
Algebra Concepts
or
Geometry
or
College Geometry
Physical Science
Or
Honors
Chemistry
VPAA
World Language
11th
English 11
or
AP Language
Economics
&
Government
or
AP Government
Geometry
College Geometry
Algebra 2 A
Algebra 2 B
College Algebra 2
Trigonometry
Prob & Stats
Analysis
Calculus
Chemistry
Physics
Honors Physics
Honors Chemistry
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
12th
English 12
or
AP Literature
Math
Science
Math
Elective Elective
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Tutoring every Monday & Wednesday
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Sign up with Mrs. Culver
Talk to your teacher and see how they can help
you or how you can do things different
See your counselor
Talk to your parent/guardian
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Make an appointment to talk - Think through
what you want to say, make a list of items
you want to cover.
Use “I” statements “I am having a difficult
time understanding the material.”
Don’t expect the teacher to come up with all the
answers - Be prepared to make suggestions.
Be respectful - A teacher is more likely to be
responsive if the purpose of your meeting is
conversation, not confrontation.
YOU MUST ADVOCATE FOR YOURSELF
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Homework – completing an assignment,
i.e. math problems on pages 36-38.
Study – outlining a science chapter,
rewriting notes, or making flashcards.
Recommended Guidelines
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You should be spending a minimum of 20
minutes of homework / study time per
academic subject each day (5 days a
week).
5 academic subjects = 100 minutes (or
1 hr., 40 min.) of study time daily
Reading Assignments
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Read the summary or chapter review first
Read the chapter questions
Skim the chapter – topics to be discussed
Read the notes in the margins
Read the captions for the pictures / graphs
Read the chapter
Answer chapter questions
Write your own chapter summary
 Write down key points
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Names, dates, terms
 Write down information your teacher
repeats or emphasizes!
 Write down what the teacher writes on
the board or overhead.
 Make flash cards for definitions
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Review them frequently!
 Cramming for tests never pays off.
 The more prepared you are the better you
will perform.
 Read over your notes.
 Highlight or underline important notes.
 Go over quizzes and homework from the
same unit.
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Look up answers to problems you got wrong.
 Read chapter summaries.
 Take notes and make an outline from your
reading.
 Put stars next to things you need to review.
 Have someone quiz you.
Are you doing all that you can to get the grades that you want? Use the key below to circle your answers, then
review and determine which positive study habits you may want to incorporate into your routine.
A = Always
S = Sometimes
N = Never
I have a positive attitude about myself and believe I can reach my goals.
A
S
N
I get enough sleep and eat a good breakfast.
A
S
N
I have a quiet homework area with good lighting and the supplies I need.
A
S
N
Homework is part of my daily routine.
A
S
N
I spend a minimum of 20 min. of homework/study time for each academic class.
A
S
N
I get organized before I go to bed, putting completed homework in the appropriate folder.
A
S
N
I use a 3-ring binder to organize my class notes because it is easy to insert missed notes.
A
S
N
I have a different colored pocket folder for each class where I keep returned work/tests.
A
S
N
I use my planner everyday to keep track of all of my assignments.
A
S
N
I have a phone number for at least one person in each class.
A
S
N
I keep my locker and backpack neat (no loose papers or papers folded up in a book).
A
S
N
I walk into class prepared. I have my book, paper and pen/pencil.
A
S
N
I use the time my teachers gives me in class to start on homework, ask questions, or get help.
A
S
N
I turn my assignments in on time, completed.
A
S
N
I ask for missed assignments when I am absent.
A
S
N
I take advantage of any extra credit assignment my teacher may give.
A
S
N
I participate in class and try to answer questions.
A
S
N
I take notes in class.
A
S
N
My notes are neat and easy to read.
A
S
N
I number and date the pages of my notes.
A
S
N
I go over my notes as soon as possible while the information is still fresh in my mind.
A
S
N
I write out 5 or 10 questions from my notes and then answer them.
A
S
N
I make flashcards for all of the vocab. and key words in all of my academic classes.
A
S
N
If I am absent, I get copies of class notes.
A
S
N
most important.
A
S
N
If I have a big assignment I break it down into smaller parts.
A
S
N
When I study I take short breaks between subjects (every 20 minutes).
A
S
N
I review my notes every couple of days.
A
S
N
I stay after school for extra help when I need it.
A
S
N
I use acronyms to help me memorize (i.e. HOMES for the Great Lakes).
A
S
N
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto).
A
S
N
I ask a friend or family member to edit my papers before I turn them in.
A
S
N
I save old tests and quizzes to study from.
A
S
N
When I read a chapter I take notes on it, jotting down major points.
A
S
N
I study at least one week in advance for a test and do the chapter reviews in my book.
A
S
N
I prioritize my work in order to make sure that I have enough time for the things that are the
I use the first letter of words I want to remember to make up a stupid or silly
sentence (i.e. “My very elegant mother just scooped up nine piglets” for the 9 planets
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Quiz Bowl
Metro league Math
Science competition
DECA
Anime
Game Club
Robotics
Marching Band
Student Council
NHS
Key club
SADD
Project One
Drama/Thespians
PWC
Science Olympiad
Smithsonian Project
Exchange students
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Thank you for your
time and
consideration today.
We look forward to
getting to know
you!