CLASS OF 2019 STUDENT & PARENT NIGHT
Hosted by the NFHS Counseling Department
NORTH FORSYTH HIGH SCHOOL
COUNSELING TEAM
TONIGHT’S AGENDA
 This presentation will cover
 High School 101
 Registration 101
 Pathways at North Forsyth High School
 Move On When Ready
 PSAT
 Post Secondary Planning
 Financial Planning: HOPE Scholarship, Zell Miller Scholarship, HOPE
Grant
YOUR PACKET
 What is in your packet:
 Planning for Success
 High School 101
 Four Year Academic Plan
PLANNING FOR SUCCESS
 Get Involved
 Advocate
 Commit
 Work Hard
 Be Accountable
 Stay Motivated
 And remember EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE
RAIDER ACADEMIC ASSISTANCE
 We encourage parents to consistently check progress via parent portal.
 We encourage students to meet with teachers to discuss their academic
progress and develop a student success plan.
 Each department has a before and after school tutoring schedule:
 Career Tech
 ELA
 Fine Arts
 Math
 PE & Health
 Science
 Social Studies
 World Language
HIGH SCHOOL 101
 Minimum Graduation Requirements
 Class Schedule
 Formative vs. Summative Grades
 Grading Scale
 Cumulative vs. Core GPA
 College Admissions Testing Resources
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
ADVISEMENT WITH YOUR COUNSELOR
GRADE POINT AVERAGE (GPA)
HOPE/Core GPA vs. Cumulative GPA
 HOPE/CORE - Only includes courses from these areas:
 English
 Math
 Science
 Social Studies
 Foreign Language
 Cumulative:
 Counts all courses
 Determines class rank
 Determines “Honor Graduate” status (3.5 GPA)
 Prints on transcript
SAMPLE FOUR-YEAR ACADEMIC PLAN
COURSE SELECTION FOR SOPHOMORE YEAR
 On level
 Advanced Placement (AP)
 Move on When Ready/Dual Enrollment
 Core classes/tech classes
SOPHOMORE YEAR SCHEDULING OPTIONS
On – Level
Advanced
 10th Literature
 Honors 10th Literature
 Analytic Geometry & Analytic
Geometry Support
 Accel Geo B/Adv. Algebra or Accel
Pre-Calculus
 Environmental Science, Earth
Systems, Chemistry, Physical
Science, Physics
 Honors Chemistry, AP Biology
 AP World History
 World History
 Language/CTAE/Fine Arts Pathway Electives
 General Electives: AP Psychology * application required
ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP)
How to determine if AP is the right fit for your student:
 Consider current grades/study habits.
 Consider strengths/interests.
 How busy are you?
 Talk with current teachers and students.
 Can I get into college without AP?
 Benefits of AP classes.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP)
How do I register for an AP class?
 Teacher recommendation
 Waive in or out
 Extra quality point on cumulative GPA
 AP classes are an excellent way to try more college prep courses.
 We offer 23 AP courses
ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP)
 AP Literature/Composition
 AP Spanish Language
 AP American Lit
Language/Composition
 AP Studio: 3D
 AP Calculus AB
 AP Calculus BC
 AP Studio: 2D
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 AP Statistics
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 AP Human Geography 
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 AP World History
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AP US History
AP Macroeconomics
AP Microeconomics
AP Government
AP Psychology
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
AP Environmental Science
AP Physics
 AP Studio: Drawing Portfolio
 AP Music Theory
 AP Computer Science
 AP Computer Principles
NFHS PATHWAYS
 Advanced Academic Pathways
 World Language Pathways
 Fine Arts Pathways
 Career Tech (CTAE) Pathways
 Students are encouraged to complete a pathway.
 A sequence of 3 or 4 courses is needed to be a “Pathway Completer.”
 Students can complete more than one pathway.
 Some pathways require an End of Pathway Assessment.
ADVANCED ACADEMIC PATHWAYS
English, Math, Science
 Earn 4 required credits
 1 credit needs to be AP/IB/MOWR
 Earn 2 sequential credits in a world language
Social Studies
 Earn 3 required credits
 1 credit needs to be AP/IB/MOWR
 Earn 2 sequential credits in a world language
WORLD LANGUAGE PATHWAYS
 Earn 3 credits in the same World Language
 AP & MOWR courses will also count
 Spanish
 German
 French
 Latin
 Russian
FINE ARTS PATHWAYS
Music
 Earn 3 Band credits or 3 Chorus credits
Drama
 Earn 3 Acting, Tech Theatre, or Musical Theatre credits
Visual Arts
 Earn 3 Visual Arts, Drawing, Painting, Photography, or Ceramics credits
Journalism
 Earn 3 Journalism credits (Yearbook or Newspaper)
CAREER TECH (CTAE) PATHWAYS
 Agriculture Leadership in Horticulture  Information Support and Service
 Audio Video Technology and Film
 Animation & Digital Media
 Business Technology
 Marketing and Management
 Computer Science
 Sports & Entertainment
Marketing
 Food and Nutrition
 Engineering and Technology
 Healthcare – Sports Medicine
 Teaching as a Profession
 Marine Corps - JROTC
MOVE ON WHEN READY (MOWR)
 Previously referred to as Dual Enrollment.
 Provides opportunities to earn credit at BOTH at the high school
and at the postsecondary institution.
 Attend class on college campus.
 Shorten the amount of time to earn a degree.
 Paid for by MOWR funds that do not count toward HOPE hours.
 1 Extra Quality point added to Cumulative GPA, .5 for HOPE.
 Must apply to the college and meet admission requirements.
 Interested? Ask your counselor for more information.
UNG – CUMMING MOWR PROGRAM
 High School Required Core GPA of 3.25.
 480 Critical Reading and 440 Math on the SAT with at least a
combined 970, OR 20 English and 18 Mathematics on the ACT
with composite score of at least 20.
 MOWR funds pay for tuition/fees/books.
 You will pay any course-specific fees, such as lab fees.
 Preferred Deadline May 1 st and Final Deadline is July 1st.
LANIER TECH MOWR PROGRAM
 Earn CTAE course credit and Technical Certificate or Associate
Degree.
 Graduate from high school with employable skill and certification.
 Students do NOT need the SAT or ACT but must take the
Compass.
 MOWR funds pay for tuition/fees/books.
LANIER TECH MOWR PROGRAM
Tentative Course Offerings:
Forsyth Campus
Dawson Campus
 Nurse Assisting
 Welding
 Criminal Justice
 Shampoo Tech (Cosmetology)
 Design and Media Production
 Interior Design
 Horticulture
 Child Development
 Accounting
 PC and Network Tech
 Residential Wiring
 Design and Media Production
 Automotive
POSTSECONDARY PLANNING
 Career Interest Surveys, job shadowing.
 Check for schools that have program in your area of interest.
 Visit campuses.
 Talk with admission reps at lunch.
 Check admission requirements and freshman profile statistics.
 Begin preparation for college entrance exams.
 Choose courses based on goals for the future. (Rigor vs. GPA)
 College websites.
POSTSECONDARY PLANNING
What are colleges looking for when making admission decisions?
 Each college can value different things
 Courses taken
 GPA
 Class Rank
 SAT or ACT Scores
 Personal Statements and Essays
 Extracurricular Activities
 Interviews
 Expert: Do Colleges Want Quality or Quantity of Activities?
POSTSECONDARY PLANNING
GEORGIA SCHOOL AVERAGES
SAT SCORES BELOW ARE BASED ON “OLD” SAT TEST
School
GPA
SAT
ACT
UGA
3.81-4.06
1810-2060
27-31
Georgia Tech
A average
2060-2250
30-33
Emory
3.7-3.97
2020-2260
30-34
Mercer
3.81
1210
28
UNG (4 year)
3.63
1117
24
Kennesaw State
3.22
1070
22
GCSU
3.26-3.37
1100-1240
23-27
Georgia Southern
3.24
1113
24
Georgia State
3.34
1053
22
Valdosta State
3.15
1050
22
PSAT
 All Sophomores are automatically registered to take this exam.
 As Juniors, the PSAT is the qualifying exam for National Merit
Scholar Program.
 The PSAT is also the qualifying exam for several other
scholarship opportunities.
 The PSAT will be administered at NFHS in October 2016.
 Look for free PSAT Study Guides on the College Board website.
 Great way to preview and prepare for the SAT.
 You will receive a detailed score report that analyzes your
strengths and areas of growth.
POSTSECONDARY PLANNING
Ways to explore your career interest:
 North Forsyth Pathways
 Dual Enrollment – Lanier Tech
 Online resources:
 www.careercruising.com
 www.bigfuture.collegeboard.org
 www.gacollege411.org
 Georgia's Hot Careers to 2020
FINANCIAL PLANNING
 Determine the cost of a college.
 Don't let the cost of a particular college keep you from
applying.
 Investigate all resources for funding.
 Resources:
 gradnation.org/learn/dollars-college-toolkit
 www.fastweb.com
 studentaid.ed.gov
 NFHS Counseling Website
FINANCIAL PLANNING
 HOPE Program
 College Scholarships
 Local Scholarships
 National Merit Scholarships
 Government Financial Aid – Loans, Grants
 NFHS Scholarship Page
 Attend Financial Aid Info Night (Fall 2016)
HOPE PROGRAM
Hope Scholarship
Zell Miller Scholarship
 3.0 Core GPA (English,
Math, Science, Social
Studies, World Language)
 3.7 Core GPA
 Rigor Requirements
 Covers a portion of
standard tuition for public
and some private
institutions
 For a tuition award chart
visit www.gacollege411.org
 Rigor Requirements
 Test Component – (no super
score)
 1200 SAT combined score*
(Critical Reading & Math)
 26 ACT composite score
 Covers Full Standard Tuition
 For a tuition award chart visit
www.gacollege411.org
HOPE PROGRAM
The class of 2019 must pass four (4) courses from the approved list .
Examples
 Math: Algebra II, Pre calculus, AMDM
 Science: Chemistry, Physics, Human Anatomy, Forensic
Science
 Language: Spanish II, French II, German II, Russian II, Latin
II, or higher
 Any AP or dual enrollment core course
 For a complete list visit www.gacollege411.org
HOPE GRANT
 High School GPA and/or test scores are not considered.
 Must be enrolled in a certificate or diploma program at a technical
school.
 Pays a portion of standard tuition.
 Students enrolled in an approved program may receive the SIWDG.
 Strategic Industries Work Force Development Grant.
 Examples: Commercial Truck Driving, PC and Network Repair
Tech, Heavy Diesel Service Technician, Welding, Pharmacy
Assistant, among many others
YOUR FUTURE BEGINS TODAY
 Do well in your classes
 Seek help when needed
 Participate in extracurricular activities
 Seek leadership opportunities
 Start a resume to track involvement
 Consider rigorous courses
 Explore funding for college
 Explore interests, strengths for careers
 Consider summer activities
2016-2017 REGISTRATION
 February 17th at 8:00am - Parent Portal OPENS for Registration.
 Students will receive detailed registration instructions during IF on the 17th.
 Registration packets will be sent home with students with Parent Portal written
and visual instructions on the 17 th as well.
 Teachers will recommend core classes for next year.
 It is the student’s responsibility to request electives in Parent Portal during the open
registration window.
 February 29th from 4:00-6:00pm - NFHS Counseling Department will be in the
NFHS Media Center Computer Lab to help students and parents with the
registration process.
 March 4th at 4:00pm - Parent Portal CLOSES for registration.
 March 23rd - FINAL course verifications sent home through IF.
 April 1st at 4:00pm - DEADLINE for submitting an Online Course Waiver.
 Click here for Registration Information & Timeline
STAY CONNECTED
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communication from school)
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 Counseling Webpage – tonight’s presentation is located on our
website under “Freshman News” tab
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NFHS COUNSELING WEBSITE
THANK YOU
Questions?