Junior Game Plan

Junior Game Plan

Class of 2014

Brevard High School

609 N. Country Club Road

Brevard, North Carolina 28712

Main Office 828.884.4103

Fax 828.885.7355

Mission Statement

The mission of Brevard High School is to believe in education, honor all people, succeed in life.

Really focus on plans for after high school. Your junior year grades are crucial because they are your last chance to influence the GPA that will beindicated on your college applications and transcripts.

Junior Game Schedule for the Year

Fall

Schedule challenging academic courses and interesting electives
Encourage your parents to attend the Open House
Attend local/area college fairs and information nights to start exploring colleges
Join fall school extra-curricular activities
Volunteer for school and community activities
Take the Preliminary SAT (PSAT) in October (offered at BHS, sign up in Guidance!). Your scores could qualify you for the National Merit Scholarship
Seek help if you are starting to struggle in a subject

Winter

Make an appointment with your counselor if you have not yet had a meeting this year
Review the transcript carefully to verify its accuracy
Use the college and career planning books to help in your planning
Discuss your career and/or college plans with your counselor and parents
Develop an organization and filing system for all of your college and career information
If you are planning to attend college, continue to study for the ACT/SAT
Talk more extensively with your parents about post-secondary plans and financing a college education.
Join winter school activities, including athletic teams, clubs, and service organizations.

Spring

Begin planning your classes for senior year
Join spring school activities
Schedule college visits for Spring Break. Go to each school’s ‘Admissions’ webpage for information on how to schedule your campus visit
Continue to attend local college fairs Research for potential scholarship information
Research the admission requirements for some colleges you might like to attend

Summer

Begin planning and developing your college essays.
Be involved in summer activities including sports, work, hobbies, and volunteer work
Visit more colleges. Take pictures and notes on each campus as they will start to run together!
Begin looking at college applications as they become available on various schools’ websites

Meet Student Services……………………………………………………………………...... 4

Utilizing your Counselors…………………………………………………………………...... 5

Graduation Requirements…………………………………………………………………...6

Grading, GPA and Rank…………………………………………………………………..…8

Time Management Tips………………………………………………………………………9

Transcripts……………………………………………………………………………………...10

BHS Clubs and Activities…………………………………………………………………….11

Testing………….……………………………………………………………………………….12

Growing Jobs/Careers………………………………………………………………………14

Why go to College?………………………………………………………………………...16

What Types of Colleges Exist? ...... 17

Consider College Characteristics…………………………………………………………19

College Information Events………………………………………………………………...20

Admissions Language……………………………………………………………………….21

Letters of Recommendation……………………………………………………………….22

Sample Resume………………………………………………………………………………23

Campus Visit Checklist………………………………………………………………………24

Myths of Paying for College………………………………………………………………..25

College Athletes……………………………………………………………………………...28

Helpful Websites………………………………………………………………………………30

Community Services…………………………………………………………………………31

Teresa Raines

Guidance Secretary

Hallie Thoele

Student last names (A-L)

Stacey Seefeldt

Student Last Names (M-Z)

BHS Student Services Website:

Your school counselor can help with:

Making thoughtful, informed decisions
Developing positive attitudes
Addressing personal issues (with family, peers, teachers, etc.)
Choosing appropriate courses
Finding further assistance through a referral
Planning for the future
Addressing a crisis
Explore career choices
Assisting with referrals for IEP, 504 services
Providing and sending transcripts
Helping with college planning (research, applications, FAFSA, etc.)

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Student Services Resources:

Career exploration books
Occupational Outlook Handbook
College look books
Test prep books
Local and institutionscholarships

Must be enrolled in a minimum of four course hours each semester

(Canearn up to 8 credits/year)

A minimum of 28 credits are required for graduation

Brevard High School Graduation Requirements

Core Curriculum

Subject / # of Credits
English / 4
Mathematics / 4
(Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II) OR (Integrated Math I,II,III AND 1 higher level math)
Science / 3
Earth/Environmental, Biology and a physical science course
Social Studies / 3
World History, Civics/Economics, US History
Foreign Language / Not required but HIGHLY recommended.
See Electives
Health & Physical Education / 1
Career and Technical Education / Not required but HIGHLY recommended.
See Electives
Arts Education (Visual Art, Music, Theater) / Not required but HIGHLY recommended.
See Electives
Electives / 4 Credits- in a concentration area from CTE, Art, or Foreign Language
9 Credits- of additional electives

TC Scholar Requirements

Subject / # of Credits
English / 4
Mathematics / 4
(Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II) OR (Integrated Math I,II,III AND 1 higher level math)
Science / 4
Earth/Environmental, Biology and 2 upper level courses – one being a physical science course
Social Studies / 4
World History, Civics/Economics, US History and 1 upper level course
Foreign Language / 2
Must be in the SAME language
Health & Physical Education / 1
Career and Technical Education / 1
Arts Education (Visual Art, Music, Theater) / 1
Electives / 9 Credits- electives
2 Credits- advanced electives

GRADE POINT CALCULATIONS

100 =4.000 92 = 3.500 84 = 2.500 76 = 1.500 F = 0.000

99 = 4.000 91 = 3.375 83 = 2.375 75 = 1.375 WF = 0.000

98 = 4.000 90 = 3.250 82 = 2.250 74 = 1.250 INC = 0.000

97 = 4.000 89 = 3.125 81 = 2.125 73 = 1.125`P = 0.000

96 = 4.000 88 = 3.000 80 = 2.000 72 = 1.000

95 = 3.875 87 = 2.875 79 = 1.875 71 = 1.000

94 = 3.750 86 = 2.750 78 = 1.750 70 = 1.000

93 = 3.625 85 = 2.625 77 = 1.625

***Add one full point for Honors courses. Add two full points for Advanced Placement Courses

GRANTING OF CREDIT

For students to receive credit for a course, they must remain in the course for its entire length

and receive a final grade of “70” or better. If the course has an “End-of Course” (EOC) attached

to it, the student must pass it with an achievement level of a III or better.

Typically 1 credit is awarded when a course is successfully completed.

GRADE CLASSIFICATION

Students are eligible for various student privileges based on the number of credits earned rather than on age or the number of years spent in high school.

Students are classified as follows:

Sophomore: 6 credits

Junior: 13 credits

Senior: 20 credits

Calculating GPA

Grade Points ÷ Credits Attempted= GPA

Your weighted GPA determines your class rank.

Time Management Tips

It's 10:00 -- Do You Know Where Your Homework Is?

Does it seem like there's never enough time in the day to get everything done? Feel like you're always running late? Here are some tips for taking control of your time and organizing your life.

1. Make a "To Do" List Every Day

Put things that are most important at the top and do them first. If it's easier, use a planner to track all of your tasks. And don't forget to reward yourself for your accomplishments.

2. Use Spare Minutes Wisely

Get some reading done on the bus ride home from school, for example.

3. It's Okay to Say "No"

If your friend asks you to hang out on a Thursday night and you have a final exam the next morning, realize that it's okay to say no.

4. Find the Right Time

You'll work more efficiently if you figure out when you do your best work. For example, if your brain handles math better in the afternoon, don't wait to do it until late at night.

5. Review Your Notes

You'll reinforce what you've learned, so you need less time to study. You'll also be ready if your teacher calls on you or gives a pop quiz.

6. Get a Good Night's Sleep

Running on empty makes the days seem longer and your tasks seem more difficult.

7. Become a Taskmaster

Figure out how much free time you have each week. Give yourself a time budget and plan your activities accordingly.

8. Don't Waste Time Agonizing

Have you ever wasted an entire evening by worrying about something that you're supposed to be doing? Was it worth it? Instead of agonizing and procrastinating, just do it.

9. Keep Things in Perspective

Setting goals that are unrealistic sets you up for failure. While it's good to set high goals for yourself, be sure not to overdo it. Set goals that are difficult yet reachable.

Consider these tips, but personalize your habits so that they suit you. If you set priorities that fit your lifestyle, you'll have a better chance of achieving your goals.

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What is it?

A transcript indicates all the courses and grades you have taken during high school. The grades are then averaged to determine the cumulative G.P.A. or grade point average.

Therefore, allgrades from freshman year and above count towards your G.P.A.

Why is this important?

It is probably the first piece of information reviewed by a college admissions officer.

When a college obtains your transcript, the college admissions officer will look at:

Your grade point average (GPA). Be aware that some schools only consider core classes (like English, math, science and social studies) when calculating your GPA, while others look at grades for all of your classes.

The types of classes you enrolled in. AP classes will show that you are serious about planning for college, while a course load of non-academic classes will not impress them very much.

How consistent your GPA was. When schools are looking for desirable candidates, they want to see that you are willing to work hard, and maintaining a high grade point average shows that. Rocky start? Keep at it. Schools also like to see GPA improvement.

The number of pass/fail classes you took. Earning a passing grade in these classes is often considered a D by colleges. Avoid pass/fail classes so they don’t impact your cumulative GPA.

Your behavior record, if included. It would only be a factor if there were any negative reports, such as suspensions or other disciplinary actions.

How to request your transcript:

See Student Services to have a transcript sent to a college

Request form are available on the website

Thespians – Shumate
National Honor Society- Arbogast
FYE (Freshman Year Experience) – Seefeldt and Thoele
The Broadcaster (media program/newspaper) – Licht
Cycling Club – Spradlin
Environmental Club – Patane, Case
TIME – Williams
Student Council (SCLA) – McCall, Bailey
DECA – Ellenberger
Paint Ball – Welch
InterAct – Rosselle and Patch
Family, Career and Consumer Leaders of America (FCCLA) – Elmore
Quiz Bowl – McCann, Patane
FFA – Von Canon, Harris
Spanish – Desmelik
The Valley- Dickson
Art Guild – Parrish
HOSA – Hendricks
Yearbook –Tinsley
Gaming- McDaris
FCA- McDaris
Rocket Team – Fuller
French Club – Bailey
Knitting Club –Welch
Hunter Safety Shooting Team – Fender

BREVARD HIGH SCHOOL CEEB CODE: 340445

Calculators You Can Use

You may use any four-function, scientific, or graphing calculator, unless it has features described in the Prohibited list (can be found on website).

It is a good investment to purchase your own calculator. They can be used all four years of high school and into college.

SAT vs. ACT

Topic / SAT / ACT
Test Fee / $50.00 / $50.50 (plus-writing)
$35.00 (no writing)
Purpose / Designed to measure academic
aptitude in critical reading,
math, and writing. / Measures academic achievement in
English, Math, Reading, and Science.
Writing is optional but recommended.
Test Content / Critical Reading: 33.3%
Mathematics: 33.3%
Writing: 33.3% / English: 25%
Mathematics: 25%
Reading: 25%
Science Reasoning: 25%
Writing is considered extra.
Format / 10 timed sections of Math,
Reading and Writing which
can appear in any order. / 4 timed sections of English, Math,
Reading, and Science. Students
take 1 section at a time. Writing is the
last test.
Score Scales / Reading: 200-800
Mathematics: 200-800
Essay: 200-800
SAT Reasoning Total: 600-2400
(sum of the 3 test areas) / English: 1-36
Mathematics: 1-36
Reading: 1-36
Science Reasoning: 1-36
ACT Composite Score: 1-36
(average of the 4 test areas)
SAT TEST DATES 2012-2013
Youcan visit the BHS website under Student Services- SAT Dates to register
Test Dates / Registration Deadline
$50.00 / Late RegistrationDeadline$77.00
October 6, 2012 / September 7, 2012 / September 21, 2012
November 3, 2012 / October 4, 2012 / October 19, 2012
December 1, 2012 / November 1,2012 / November 16, 2012
January 26, 2013 / December 28, 2012 / January 11, 2013
March 9, 2013 / February 8, 2013 / February 22, 2013
May 4, 2013 / April 5, 2013 / April 19, 2013
June 2, 2013 / May 2, 2013 / May 17, 2013
RED= Test Offered at Brevard High School

ACT TEST DATES 2012-2013

Youcan visit the BHS website under Student Services- ACT Dates to register

Test Dates / RegistrationDeadline
$50.50 ACT + Writing / Late Registration Deadline
$72.50ACT + Writing
September 8,2012 / August 17,2012 / August 24, 2012
October27,2012 / Sept. 21,2012 / October 5, 2012
December 8,2012 / November 2,2011 / November 16, 2012
February 9,2013 / January 11,2013 / January 18, 2013
April 13,2013 / March 8,2013 / March 22, 2012
June 8,2013 / May 3,2013 / May 17, 2013

RED= Test Offered at Brevard High School

ASVAB

The Armed Forces Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is the entrance test to enlist in the US Military. You can't enlist in the US Military without taking the ASVAB.

This test is available to juniors and seniors
It is free of charge
More information will be emailed

This test can be for those interested in learning more about their vocational and academic aptitudes.

The ASVAB has two primary purposes:

First, it determines whether you have the mental aptitude to enlist in the military branch of your choice

Second, the results help the service(s) determine which military job(s) you have the mental aptitude

The ASVAB contains nine separately timed sub-tests:

General Science (GS) - 25 questions concerning general high school-level science (biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, astronomy, etc.) with an 11 minute time-limit.

Arithmetic Reasoning (AR) - 30 math word problems with a 36 minute time-limit

Word Knowledge (WK) - 35 question vocabulary test, with an 11 minute time-limit

Paragraph Comprehension (PC) - 15 reading comprehension questions with a 13 minute time-limit

Auto & Shop (AS) - 25 questions about principles of automobiles and recognition of common tools, with an 11 minute time-limit

Mathematics Knowledge (MK) - 25 math questions with a 24 minute time-limit

Mechanical Comprehension (MC) - 25 questions concerning mechanical principles, with a 19 minute time-limit

Electronics Information (EI) - 20 questions about basic electronics, with a 9 minute time-limit

Assembling Objects (AS) - 16 questions, which measure your ability with spatial relationships, with a 9 minute time-limit

Occupation / Annual
Percentage Change / NC Employment
2004 / Estimated
Employment
2014 / Average
Annual
Openings
Medical Assistants / 4.28 / 9,380 / 14,260 / 660
Biomedical Engineers / 4.27 / 270 / 410 / 20
Physician Assistants / 4.16 / 2,620 / 3,940 / 170
Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts / 4.15 / 7,600 / 11,410 / 470
Personal and Home Care Aides / 4.10 / 18,800 / 28,100 / 1,230
Home Health Aides / 4.02 / 34,510 / 51,190 / 2,120
Dental Hygienists / 3.90 / 5,220 / 7,650 / 290
Physical Therapist Assistants / 3.77 / 1,940 / 2,810 / 120
Computer Software Engineers, Applications / 3.65 / 8,990 / 12,870 / 480
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers / 3.62 / 1,430 / 2,040 / 90
Occupational Therapist Assistants / 3.50 / 560 / 790 / 30
Occupational Therapists / 3.44 / 2,110 / 2,960 / 120
Network and Computer Systems Administrators / 3.42 / 7,340 / 10,270 / 370
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians / 3.42 / 2,600 / 3,640 / 130
Postsecondary Teachers / 3.42 / 42,920 / 60,060 / 2,710
Tile and Marble Setters / 3.41 / 980 / 1,370 / 60
Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists / 3.35 / 2,510 / 3,490 / 140
Psychiatric Technicians / 3.33 / 2,450 / 3,400 / 130
Physical Therapists / 3.30 / 3,760 / 5,200 / 190
Employment, Recruitment and Placement Specialists / 3.27 / 5,460 / 7,530 / 290

A college degree can provide a person with many opportunities in life. A college education can mean:

Greater Knowledge

A college education will increase your ability to understand developments in science and in society, to think abstractly and critically, to express thoughts clearly in speech and in writing, and to make wise decisions. These skills are useful both on and off the job.

Greater Potential

A college education can help increase your understanding of the community, the nation, and the world –as youexplore interests, discover new areas of knowledge, consider lifelong goals, and become a responsible citizen.

More Job Opportunities

The world is changing rapidly. Many jobs rely on new technology and already require more brain power than muscle power. In a person's working life, more and more jobs will require education beyond high school. With a college education, you will have more jobs from which to choose.

More Money

A person who attends college generally earns more than a person who does not. Someone with a two-year associate's degree also tends to earn more than a high school graduate.

Some of these benefits of college may not be obvious to a student. Even though you have to make the final decision to attend college, parents can help in the decision-making process by learning about all aspects of college and sharing what is learned with the child.

More than half of all recent high school graduates in the United States pursue some type of post-secondary education. There is a wide range of higher education options in the United States. Forthis reason, you are likely to find a college well-suited to his or her needs.

There are two basic types of post-secondary education institutions:

Community, Technical, and Junior Colleges

Many kinds of colleges offer programs that are less than four years in length. Most of these schools offer education and training programs that are two years in length or shorter. The programs often lead to a license, a certificate, an associate of arts (A.A.) degree, an associate of science (A.S.) degree, or an associate of applied science (A.A.S.) degree.

Four-Year Colleges and Universities

These schools usually offer a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree. Some also offer graduate and professional degrees.

Community, Technical, and Junior Colleges

20% of careers today require a four-year degree

85% of careers today require a one or two year program beyond high school

Colleges with programs that are less than four years in length are often called community colleges, technical colleges, or junior colleges:

Community Colleges:

These are public, two-year colleges. They mostly serve people from nearby communities and offer academic courses, technical courses, and continuing education courses.

Technical Colleges:

These are generally colleges that have a special emphasis on education and training in technical fields. However, although some technical colleges offer academic courses and programs, not all technical colleges offer two-year programs that lead to an associate of arts or science degree. Technical colleges may be private or public. Junior colleges and community colleges that offer many technical courses are often called "technical colleges."