WELCOME. Class of 2012

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1 WELCOME Class of 2012

2 Introductions Mr. Joe Brasfield, Ware County High School Principal Ms. Dorrie Jones, Chaps Counselor Mr. Bert Smith, Academy Principal Mrs. Loretta Coar, Time Counselor Ms. Stacey Lutz, Academy Principal Mrs. Jewell Sharpe, Ware A& M Counselor Mr. Harold McClain, Academy Principal Ms. Sharon Barrow, Cornerstone Counselor Mr. David Hitt, Academy Principal Mrs. Susan Zeigler, Graduation Coach

3 WCHS Title I School Parents/Students/Teachers working together Communication is an important component Parental Involvement is crucial

4 Academy Parent Involvement Committee Parental Involvement is defined as the participation of parents in regular two-way, and meaningful communication involving student academic learning and other school activities. Open to all parents of Ware County High School students If you are interested please contact Mary Ann King-Title I Parent Involvement Coordinator, mking@ware.k12.ga.us

5 What Does It Take to Participate in the Graduation Ceremony on May 18, 2012? Graduation Requirements Attendance Recovery Programs Mrs. Jewell Sharpe

6 Graduation Requirements Earn at least 28 credits (core classes & electives) / Magnet students 25 credits Complete a pathway Pass the Georgia High School Graduation Test in a subject area OR One EOCT in the same area. Pass the Ga. High School Writing Test

7 Attendance If your child is absence, please send a note within 3 days. Students who miss five or more UNEXCUSED absences in one semester will lose credit for the course and if they drive to school, they will lose their parking permit. Unexcused absences can be appealed- See Mrs. Laura Morris for a package.

8 Recovery Programs After School (Monday-Thursday 3:45pm-5:30 pm) Saturday School will begin Sept 10 th Dec 10 th (7:30am-11:30 am) Tutoring Programs After School Tutoring (Mon.-Thurs. 3:30-5:00 pm) GHSGT Review (Saturday 8am-10:30 am) ELT Review- Daily Online resources: www. usatestprep.com login: wareco/password: newton39

9 Seniors What to expect your senior year? -Senior Contracts -Newsletters and Announcements -College/Military Entrance -Activities and Events -Graduation Timeline

10 Class of 2012 Opportunities and Expectations SAT and ACT Test- All Year Scholarship Opportunities- All Year Job Shadowing Experiences- All Year College Visitation Day (3)- All Year Cap, Gown and senior supplies- All Year Letters of Recommendation- All Year

11 Class of 2012 Opportunities and Expectations Graduation Test- Sept., Nov., and March Probe Fair- Nov. Senior Interview Day- Nov. GA College411 Workshop- Nov. Honor s Night Program- April Job Fair- April Final Transcript submitted to colleges- June Work Ready Ware Test- TBA

12 Things To Do Decide where to further your education Cost Housing Distance from home Programs of Study Ms. Dorrie Jones

13 College Visits Seniors must follow guidelines in order to receive a NI (excused absence) when visiting colleges or technical schools. Limited to 3 one day visits a year. 50 miles radius from Waycross

14 Websites aid

15 -Career planning- Part of Bridge Bill -Register for financial aid including Hope scholarship -Research colleges & technical schools -Send applications to colleges -Electronic send transcripts to post secondary institutions.

16 When to Apply? It Depends on the School If UGA or GA Tech the time is soon. Once schools are full they may not accept more freshmen Awards are often given out on a first come first serve basis If you apply now you won t run the risk of being overlooked

17 Complete Applications You need to: Request an application or apply on-line Request letters of recommendations Electronically send transcript to college via Gacollege411 Counselor Will: Review your application upon your request Write a letter of recommendation

18 Always keep a copy of your application packet!

19 Georgia HOPE HOPE Scholarship - For Students going to 2 year and 4 year colleges Average Academic Courses Only Minimum 3.0 GPA Males 18 and older must be registered with Selective Services Mrs. Loretta Coar

20 Zell Miller Scholarship - Minimum 3.7 GPA on All Academic Courses - Score at least a 1200 on the Math and Reading/Verbal portions of the SAT in one administration OR - Score at least a 26 composite score on the ACT OR - Valedictorian or Salutatorian

21 HOPE CALCULATION (Examples) English 9 90 = 4 88 = 3 English = 3 85 = 3 English = 3 72 = 2 Math 1 77 = 2 77 = 2 Math 2 81 = 3 88 = 3 Math 3 88 = 3 91 = 4 Biology 79 = 2 85 = 3 Physical Science 88 = 3 78 = 2 Chemistry 94 = 4 80 = 3 Government 83 = 3 89 = 3 World History 80 = 3 75 = 2 U.S. History 81 = 3 93 = 4 Spanish I 85 = 3 85 = 3 Spanish II 80 = 3 88 = (Eligible) 2.8 (Ineligible)

22 HOPE Grant Used only at Technical colleges and schools Minimum 3.2 GPA Must have a high school diploma or a GED. GA resident for 12 months Males must be registered with Selective Services

23 Financial Aid Patti White, Concerted Services - Will be here Tuesdays Pell Grant College Based Scholarships Local Organization Scholarships Web Searches FAFSA

24 Remember.. There are millions of dollars in scholarship funds that no one ever uses Those complaining are those who did not look for the scholarships! Never pay for anything that is supposed to be free

25 Not Going to College? Work -Write a resume -Attend job fairs -Arrange to job shadow in field of interest -Apply for jobs with benefits -Explore advancement opportunities within the company Military -Meet with Recruiters during lunch -Take the ASVAB

26 Yearbook Information Mrs. Ingram

27 Purchase of a Yearbook Until December $70 Jan. until ordering deadline: $80 We will stop taking orders in March and will only have a few extras, so order now!

28 Senior pages for the yearbook: Deadline is October 21 st Prices in your packet. ($300, $175, $100 and $75)

29 Things to Remember Follow all rules and guidelines- no hand sign, nudity of any form, alcohol, or suggestive photos or sayings. Avoid copyright laws by not including lyrics to songs or quotes without giving credit. Include the senior s name on the page. Images must be the right size and resolution. (See your packet for info.)

30 Cady Photography Kings Ave. Jacksonville, FL Sept 8 th, Last chance for Sr. Photos

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36 Senior Year Dr. Rena Riviere, Senior Advisory

37 Calendar Prom Grad Night Senior Year Senior year cost sheet Graduation Senior Year Tips and Etiquette

38 Please note all dates are subject to change please have students check daily announcements regarding events. Senior s Calendar September 8 th Last chance for Sr. photos October 3 rd - Grad Nite deposit- $50 7 th - Homecoming Game and Dance 21 st - Senior Meeting with Herff Jones and - Senior page due November 10 th Senior Order (announcement, cap and gown) 15 th GACollege411.org

39 January- 6 th Last Chance for senior order 18 th -ASVAB Test 25 th -Making It Count 31 st - Financial Aid Parent pm March 8 th and 19 th - Deliver Senior Announcements Pay for Grad Nite in full April 11 th - Deliver Caps and Gown & Senior Supplies 14 th -Prom 24 th - Senior Honor s Night 28 th - Grad Night at Busch Gardens

40 May 11- Sr. Picnic 17 th and 18 th Graduation Practices (9am) Mandatory 18 th Graduation (7pm) Seniors must report by 6pm

41 Guys will need the white shirt for the group picture sometime in April!

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44 Grad Nite Approximately $175 Busch Gardens, Tampa FL. Fun!!!! See flyer..

45 Cost Senior Year Can Be Expensive! We have worked hard in recent years to spread out the payments for various senior events.

46 Graduation: Cost Sheet Basic Cap, Gown, Neck tie & Tassel approximate cost is $40.00 Other Supplies invitations, thank you notes. Varies

47 Graduation Practice (May 17 & 18) Thursday and Friday morning at 9:00 AM sharp. Must practice to participate.

48 Graduation Ceremony May 18, 2012 Starts at 7:00 PM at Memorial Stadium Seniors must be at the activity room at Williams Heights School at 6:00 PM

49 Graduation Dress Please read the information about required attire we try hard to have a unified graduation and students not adhering to the dress code will not be allowed to march if you have any questions or need help with this matter please call the school.

50 Girls 1. You may wear conservative jewelry (small ear rings, watches, and rings). Chains and necklaces may not be worn outside the graduation gown. 2. Shoes should be dark dress shoes. All shoes must have a back or a strap sandals are fine but they must have a strap around the back. Hose are optional, but if worn should be the approximate color of your skin. Do not wear socks. No boots. 3. Dress- you may wear a dress or skirt. Neither the neck or length should show from under your gown. 4. Cap must be worn so the board is straight, NOT tilted. 5. Do not bring purse or other valuables

51 Guys Dress pants black. Shoes black or dark brown dress shoes no boots. Socks - you must wear dark socks. Shirt solid white dress shirt. Cap worn straight.

52 Questions If you have questions about dress please call. Also parents please check your child s attire!

53 Graduation Pictures A professional photographer will photograph each student as they cross the stage and afterward with their diploma **These are relatively inexpensive and very good!

54 Contact information: Dr. Rena Riviere, Senior Class Sponsor Room ext. 157/245

55 Counselor Contact Information (912) Dorrie Jones, Chaps ext. 114 Loretta Coar, Time ext. 225 Jewell Sharpe, Ware A & M ext. 111 jsharpe@ware.k12.ga.us Sharon Barrow, Cornerstone ext. 220 sbarrow@ware.k12.ga.us

56 Have a great senior year! The end will be here before you know it!

57 The Count Down Is On.. Only 151 school days until GRADUATION!