PONCHATOULA HIGH SCHOOL

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1 PONCHATOULA HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR PARENT MEETING Remind 101 Graduation Requirements Academic Audit Post-secondary Options ACT/SAT/Compass Paying for College College Search

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3 Class of 2016 Text reminders from Remind101

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5 Ponchatoula High School App

6 Graduation Monday, May 16, 2016 Only students who have completed all testing and credit requirements will be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony. Deadline to complete all requirements May 2.

7 Project Graduation

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9 Graduation Requirements

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11 Diploma Track (specific course requirements) Core 4 (24 credits) Basic (24 credits, AOC) Career (23 credits, AOC) EOC (End of Course tests) English II or English III Algebra I or Geometry Biology I or US History

12 Louisiana High School Graduation Requirements PHS Course Offerings (for students entering 9 th grade in August 2008 through August 2013) La Core 4 Curriculum English 4 units English I, I, III, and IV Math 4 units Algebra I or Algebra I Pt. 2 Geometry Algebra II Remaining unit shall come from the following: Financial Math, Math Essentials, Advanced Math PreCalculus, Advanced Math Functions and Statistics, Calculus Science 4 units Biology Chemistry 2 units from the following: Physical Science, Integrated Science, Physics, Biology II, Chemistry II, Environmental Science, Agriscience II, Anatomy and Physiology Social Studies 4 units Civics American History 2 units from the following: World Geography, World History, Psychology Health ½ unit Physical Education 1 1/2 units Foreign Language 2 units 2 units from the same foreign language or 2 units of speech Arts 1 unit Fine Arts Survey or one unit of Art, Music, or Theatre Elective 3 units Total units = 24 Basic Core Curriculum English 4 units English I, II, III, and IV or Senior Applications in English Math 4 units Algebra I or Algebra I Pt. 2 Geometry Remaining units shall come from the following: Algebra II, Financial Math, Math Essentials, Advanced Math PreCalculus, Advanced Math Functions and Statistics, Calculus Science 3 units Biology 1 unit from physical science cluster: Physical Science, Integrated Science, Chemistry I, Physics I 1 unit from Biology II, Chemistry II, Environmental Science, Agriscience II, Anatomy and Physiology Social Studies 3 units American History Civics 1 unit from World History or World Geography Health ½ unit Physical Education 1 ½ units Electives 8 units Education for Careers or Journey to Careers Shall include the minimum courses required to complete a Career/Technical Area of Concentration Total Units = 24 Must include 1 computer course Note: Students who qualify may graduate with a Career Diploma instead of the Louisiana Core 4 or the Louisiana Basic Core. See you counselor for information.

13 Area of Concentration Complete 4 primary courses Education for Careers I & II * course in AOC 2 additional courses Complete 2 related courses Computer course 1 additional course

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17 Academic Audit

18 Course Spelling of Name Social Security # Date of Birth Credit Earned Total Credits GPA GPA computed using Semesters 1 & 2, not the Final

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23 2.5 minimum

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25 Student Athletes

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27 Students with Disabilities

28 It is the student s responsibility to self-identify with the college s Office of Disability Services. Louisiana Rehabilitation Services Lila Toler Job coaching/placement 3651 Cedar Crest Ave. Post-secondary-financial assistance Baton Rouge, LA based on need (225) or Physical/academic modification assistance

29 Post Secondary Options

30 Employment Apprenticeship Technical/Trade School 2 year college 4 year college Military

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32 How do you find a job you will love? 1. Self-Assessment What you like to do (interests) What you have a natural talent for (aptitudes) What you are good at (abilities) What is important to you (values) 2. Investigate Your Career Choices Research and read Talk to people Informational interviews Job shadow Internships Volunteer Network Professional organizations 3. Find a Career Match

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38 Useful Websites kudernavigator.com

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40 College Admissions Tests

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42 ASVAB

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44 Avoid remedial/developmental classes English sub score of 18 Math sub score of composite required to qualify for TOPS Tech 20 composite required to qualify for TOPS Opportunity April 30 deadline w/o penalty June 30 deadline w/ loss of 1 semester of funding Fee waivers available for students receiving free or reduced lunch.

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46 SAT needed to qualify for TOPS Tech 940 needed to qualify for TOPS OPH

47 Who Should Take the SAT Slightly over two-thirds of those surveyed indicated they would be recommending students, who are academically prepared, take the current version of the SAT to avoid changes, capitalize on known skills, satisfy coaches, or otherwise get the test out of the way. IECs specified the following groups of students might consider taking the more familiar devil you know old SAT:

48 Students who perform better on the old SAT (using test diagnostic) Students who are academically mature, truly ready to start test prep soon Juniors with high sophomore PSAT scores DI athletic prospects CTY (Center for Talented Youth) students for screening purposes Rising juniors who have completed (or will complete as juniors) Algebra II Students with attention or processing issues, given the personal timing challenges inherent to the ACT Students with strong backgrounds in Algebra Students scoring over 154 on the October PSAT Students who read voraciously Students who like testing and understand the new/old SAT model Student s who are considering coastal campuses (more than one IEC suggested regional biases about the tests) Students who have time management issues with ACT or otherwise don t like it Students with weaker math/science skills

49 Compass Test COMPASS is a computer-based test designed to test an individuals knowledge of subject areas. There are two subject areas: Math and English. This test is not timed. Compass tests are administered Mon. - Thurs. by appointment. The institution fee for this exam is $10 per test and must be paid prior to scheduling an appointment. A student may take each section two times. To help you prepare to take the compass exams, here is the website to review the study guides: To schedule an appointment call (985)

50 College Dropout Rate 2013 First to Second Year Two-Year Colleges 44.5% Four-Year Colleges 34.8% Source: ACT

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52 Louisiana 4 Year Public College 15.5%

53 Louisiana 2 Year Public College 8.8%

54 Why are students taking longer to graduate? Aimless course selection Pick courses that do not fit their majors Courses aren t available Students don t take full loads 15 hours/semester Switching schools Remedial-course delay Source: Why your child won t graduate from college on time CBS News

55 Paying for College Loans Grants Scholarships

56 Average Debt in USA Education loan: $28,900 Home mortgage: $156,700 Car loan: $14,600 Credit card: $5,700 Source: Federal Reserve Survey of Consumer Finances, 2013

57 College Costs

58 Financial Aid It is necessary to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)in order to be considered for most federal financial aid programs. Many state financial aid programs and various scholarships also require the submission of the FAFSA. The Department of Education processes the FAFSA and notifies applicant with the Student Aid Report (SAR). LOSFA - TOPS & FAFSA Presentation January LELA assistance with completing FAFSA College Goal Sunday

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61 TOPS TOPS (Taylor Opportunity Program for Students) is a program of state scholarships for Louisiana residents who attend either one of the Louisiana Public Colleges and Universities Louisiana Community and Technical College System Schools Louisiana approved Proprietary and Cosmetology Schools Louisiana Association of Independent Colleges and Universities

62 The four award components of the TOPS Program are: TOPS Opportunity Award TOPS Performance Award TOPS Honors Award TOPS Tech Award Completion of TOPS Core Curriculum for award level Qualifying ACT/SAT scores for award level Opportunity Award - 20 Performance Award - 23/additional $400 per year Honors Award - 27/additional $800 per year Tech Award 17 Qualifying ACT/SAT scores for award level Minimum 2.5 GPA in TOPS Core for Opportunity and Tech Minimum 3.0 GPA in TOPS Core for Performance and Honors

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65 Where can I use a TOPS Tech Award? You can use the TOPS Tech Award to enroll in a technical program for a vocational or technical education certificate or diploma at any eligible postsecondary institution that offers such courses. This includes the Louisiana Technical College campuses, some public colleges and universities and some of those colleges and universities that are members of the Louisiana Association of Independent Colleges and Universities. Any school with a valid and current certificate of registration issued by the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology that is accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and any proprietary school with a valid and current license issued by the Louisiana Board of Regents that is accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. What is a technical program? A program of courses designed to teach a skill or occupation or provide technical training resulting in a vocational or technical education certificate, diploma, or a technical undergraduate degree. The purpose of TOPS Tech is to provide an incentive for qualified Louisiana residents to prepare for and pursue technical positions in Louisiana.

66 AWARD DURATION: You may receive a TOPS Tech Award for a maximum of 2 years. If you complete your technical program before you use 2 years of eligibility, you may use any remaining eligibility to enroll in another qualifying technical program. Summer terms in technical programs are considered part of the academic year and are eligible for award payment if you enroll fulltime.

67 The Louisiana Award System provides you with "real-time" access to your data for ALL LOSFA-administered financial aid programs for which you are eligible. LOSFA s programs include Early Start, TOPS, Go Grant, LEAP, and the Rockefeller State Wildlife Scholarship.

68 LSU $7, ULL $5, SLU $5, LA Tech $5,

69 LSU $8701 ULL $6766 SLU $6584 LA Tech $8052

70 Scholarships As you begin your scholarship search, please keep in mind the following: Sifting through the lists of scholarships will take time and may even prove frustrating as you read through lists of criteria, but a few hours of work may pay off with a few hundred or even a few thousand dollars (not necessarily a free ride, but every amount counts)! It should not cost money to win money! Be wary of scholarship applications that charge a fee. Be wary of companies that charge a fee for finding you grants and scholarships everyone can apply for grants and scholarships on their own. If you join a scholarship search service (one that required personal data) be aware that you may be signing yourself up for lots of junk mail. If you are told that you have received an award for which you never applied, be wary!!

71 The number one winning scholarship tip There is a lot of competition for college scholarships so it s important for students putting in the effort to apply to take their best chance to win. Read then follow the directions.

72 PHS Counselors Web Page LELA KuderNavigator Kudernavigator.com Cappex Cappex.com/scholarships Scholly App

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77 Decisions, Decisions How to Pick the Best College for You Undergraduate Admission Requirements Rankings Location Your Potential Major Costs and Financial Aid Faculty Accreditation Post Graduate Degrees

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84 Ponchatoula High School College & Career Fair Thursday, 9/3 5 p.m. 7 p.m. Register at New Orleans National College Fair Pontchartrain Convention & Civic Center Tuesday, October 20 9:00am - 12:00pm, 6:00pm - 8:00pm Baton Rouge National College Fair Baton Rouge River Center Wednesday, October 21 9:00am - 12:00pm, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

85 Additional Info Requests for a letter of recommendation should be submitted to your counselor at least one week in advance. Dual enrollment students request transcripts SLU

86 College Tours ACT Score = Composite, English, Math TOPS GPA = 2.5, 3.0 Overall GPA Deadlines Priority, Application, Housing Scholarships FAFSA after Jan 1 Register with NCAA Clearinghouse

87 Louisiana Public Universities Grambling State University Louisiana State University Alexandria Louisiana State University Baton Rouge Louisiana State University Eunice Louisiana State University Health Science Center New Orleans Louisiana State University Health Science Center Shreveport ww.sh.lsuhsc.edu/index.html Louisiana State University Shreveport Louisiana Tech University McNeese State University Nicholls State University Northwestern State University Southeastern Louisiana University Southern University Baton Rouge Southern University New Orleans Southern University Shreveport University of New Orleans University of Louisiana at Lafayette University of Louisiana at Monroe

88 Louisiana Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (LAICU) Centenary College Dillard University Louisiana College Loyola University New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary Our Lady of Holy Cross College Our Lady of the Lake College St. Joseph Seminary College Tulane University Xavier University

89 Louisiana Community and Technical College System Community Colleges Baton Rouge Community College Bossier Parish Community College Delgado Community College Louisiana Delta Community College Nunez Community College River Parishes Community College South Louisiana Community College

90 Technical Community Colleges L.E. Fletcher Technical Community College Sowela Technical Community College Louisiana Technical College

91 Louisiana Proprietary Schools American School of Business Aveda Institute Ayers Career College Career Technical College Crescent City School of Gaming & Bartending Delta School of Business & Technology Diesel Driving Academy Fortis College ITI Technical College Louisiana Culinary Institute Remington College South Louisiana Beauty College

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