So you’re going to be a sophomore

VERSION 2013:What You Need to Know for Forecasting!

ForecastingCourse selections for next school yearWill help you to:

Complete your graduation requirementsHelp you explore electivesMeet requirements for:

OSAA Chancellor’s/Honors Diploma

Prepare you for your: Post-High School plans

Make Sure You’re On Track!Graduation Requirements:

(at least) 24 credits to graduate!State Testing:

Must pass OAKS or have work samples in these subjects: Reading Writing Math

OSAA Athletics or Activity EligibilityMust pass 5 classes from previous semesterMust be enrolled in 5 classes at GlencoeMust have at least 4 credits at start of Sophomore year2.0 GPA if any Fs

Make Sure You’re On Track!Just started a new semester – what can you

improve?Organization – write down assignments in binder or

planner!Do your HW every day – it is the best practice and

studying Helps you identify areas you need extra help on

Ask questions – teacher or others in classGet a study buddy in each class – able to contact

them after school if you have questions or forgot to write something down

Study for upcoming quizzes and testsYou don’t get what

you WISH FORYou get what you

WORK FOR

Your OptionsChancellor’s/Honors Diploma

At least a 3.4+ GPA THROUGH senior year!Detailed information available in counseling

centerCore class options:

Should have had a presentation in your core classes about options for next year

Math level will be recommended by current teacher

World Language – Recommended to have a C or higher in your current Language Arts class

Planning for After High SchoolBe realistic with your goals

Consider your GPA, career plans, work ethicWhat do you need to do for that plan?Meet with your counselor or Mrs. Nova

“Look good on paper”Whether you’re getting a job or getting into

college, make a good impression with class choices and grades!

Planning for After High School2 or 4-Year College Recommendations

Aim for a 3.0+ GPA Cs or better in all core classes2 credits of the same foreign languageExtra math and science beyond HS

requirements

Sophomore RequirementsLanguage Arts:

1.0 credit (full-year)Math:

1.0 credit (full-year)Science:

1.0 credit (full-year)Health 2:

.5 credit PE:

.5 credit (semester)

Change:No Social Studies

requirementfor sophomores

• Can take AP Human Geography

(elective, full-year)

Sophomore RequirementsElectives:

Up to 4 creditsFull-year or semesterCan include:

Study Hall (no credit) Honors Tutorial (no credit) AVID

Be realistic – consider your overall loadMultiple Honors/AP classes?Extracurricular activities and commitments

Reminders:Study Hall/Honors Tutorial

Available to provide time for class work, homework, studying for test, math tutor, etc.

For students who use the time wiselyEarns no credit

AVIDFor students who want more support in their

current classes and their plans after high school

Requires an application (pick up from Mrs. Jukkala)

Requires and interview

Forecasting SheetLanguage Arts: 4. 0 credits total for

graduation

Science: 3.0 credits total for graduation

Math: 3.0 credits total for graduation

LANGUAGE ARTS:

___ Sophomore English (1.0)

Math Recs:Done by current

teacher – cannot go

above their rec!

Forecasting SheetHealth: 1.0 credit total for graduation

PE: 1.0 credit total for graduation

Electives: 5.0 credits total for graduationFill out ALL elective options and

ALL alternates in order of preferenceChoose wisely – you may get any that you list!A/B options

Forecasting SheetRemember:

Parent Signature!

Due: Monday/Tuesday, March 18th/19th! Will enter in computer lab with counselor help

Reminders:Schedule Changes:

Will only occur for errors in your schedule – choose your courses wisely!

AP coursesNo-Drop policy in place Information Night on Wednesday, April

10th.This is REQUIRED for students forecasting for AP courses.

Questions???Ask Them Now!