robert e. lee high school junior class information
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Robert E. Lee High School
JUNIOR CLASS INFORMATION
LHS Counselors
A-D Heather Clark [email protected]
E-I Amy Velazquez [email protected]
J-M Jamie Savage [email protected]
N-R Katie Hanks [email protected]
S-Z Tammy Dennison [email protected]
Collegiate Coach- Naomi Dominguez [email protected]
Special Populations – Maureena [email protected]
Attendance Policy• Regular attendance is essential for the student
to make the most of their education.
• State compulsory attendance law requires that any student ages 16-19 attend school 90% of the time.
• Failure to comply with Compulsory Attendance will result in penalties by a court of law against both the student and parent. A complaint will be filed if: The student is absent ten or more days within a
six-month period. Is absent three or more days (or part days)
within a four-week period.
A+ Lab• The A+ Lab is a credit recovery option for
students who were not successful in one or more of their academic classes.
• After registering for an A+ class with their counselor, the student can make up the needed credit in the A+ lab before school, after school, during lunch or on Saturday.
• All finals for an A+ course must be taken on campus in the A+ lab
TranscriptA transcript is a record of academic
achievement. It contains all courses taken for high school credit, semester grades, rank, GPA (6 point and 4 point), graduation plan, test scores and demographic information.
Transcripts are updated after semester grades (January/June).
Students can obtain an official copy of their transcript at the registrar’s office for $1.
Transcript (cont.)• IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO MAKE
SURE YOUR TRANSCRIPT IS CORRECT!!
• IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS, SEE YOUR COUNSELOR!!
• DOUBLE CHECK-
1. Name
2. ID
3. Classes, Credits
4. GPA, Class Rank
5. Demographic/ Personal Information
Credits/Classification
If you have… you are a….
6 credits ~ Sophomore
12 credits ~ Junior
18 credits ~ Senior
Students are reclassified at the beginning of the school year in August.
STAAR/EOCsState of Texas Assessment of
Academic Readiness (STAAR) or End of Course (EOC) are important tests you must take and pass before senior.
You must obtain a Level II score in English I (Reading and Writing), English II (Reading and Writing), Biology, Algebra I, and US History.
STAAR/EOC• Any student that does not
successfully meet the Level II score, will be required to take an additional tutorial class during the lunchtime hour.
• If you do not meet the Level II scores on all exam by senior year, you will not be allowed to waive (leave early) classes.
G/T Scholar Graduation Cords
• The following is a course list to be completed in order to qualify for a G/T Scholar Cord.
Science:Biology G-PreAP
Chemistry G-PreAPPhysics G-PreAP
Choice of: AP Biology G, AP Chemistry G,
AP Physics B G, AP Physics C G,AP Environmental Science G, OR
Anatomy & Physiology G (only for students who entered grade 9 prior to the 2012-13
school year only)
Social Studies:World History G-PreAP
World Geography G-PreAPAP U.S. History G or GD
AP U.S. Government G or GD AND AP Macro Economics G or GD &
AP Micro Economics G or GD
English:English 1 G-PreAPEnglish 2 G-PreAP
AP English Language & Composition G or GD
AP English Literature & Composition G or GD
Math:
(Students who complete Algebra and Geometry G-PreAP prior to Grade 9)
Algebra 2 G-PreAP in grade 9PreCalculus G or GD in grade 10
Independent Study in G/T Math in grade 11AP Calculus BC in Grade 12
(Students who complete Algebra 1 in Grade 8
or in Grade 9)Geometry G-PreAP Algebra 2 G-PreAP
PreCalculus G or GD AP Calculus BC
Distinguished Graduates
• Must complete three years of any foreign language.
• Must complete four academic measures before the end of senior year. Dual Credit Scoring a 3 or above on any AP exam.
Various ProgramsNational Honor Society
To be considered for membership: students must be juniors or seniors, must have been in attendance at the
inducting campus at least one semester, and have an overall grade point
average of at least 4.5.Seniors who were not inducted as
juniors must have the GPA requirement in the spring semester of their junior year.
Texas Scholars• Recognition Program- an evening banquet
where all Texas Scholars are recognized for their service to the community and will be given special cords to be worn at graduation.
• GPA of 2.75 on 6.0
• Graduate on the Recommended or Distinguished plan
• Complete 20 hours of community service
• Service hours are due February of the senior year
Midland Legacy Scholarship
Student must:
• Graduate with a 2.75 or higher grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
• Complete at least forty (40) hours of community service at an approved agency. (Agency list may be found at www.midland.edu/legacy.)
• Start community service hours AFTER their junior year (this can be started the summer before the senior year).
• Turn in documentation of hours and application to the Financial Aid Office at Midland College beginning January 1st your senior year.
Tests… which one should I take?
• If you are planning on continuing your education, there are tests that most secondary institutions require:
• ACT/ SAT- for a 4-year college
• TSI - The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) is a program designed to determine if a student is ready for college-level
course work in the general areas of reading, writing and mathematics. This program will also help determine what type of course or intervention will best meet the student's needs and to assist in becoming better prepared for college-level course work.
SAT/ACTIf you are planning to attend a 4 year university or applying for scholarships, you need to register to take the SAT or
ACT or BOTH Fall & Spring. Fee Waivers are available, see counselor
www.collegeboard.com (SAT)
Fee- $41.00 (Late Fee $71.00)
www.actstudent.org (ACT)
Fee- $33.00 (Late Fee $54.00)
Test Dates and Deadlines(SAT)
Date Test Deadline to Register
October 5, 2013 SAT & Subject Test September 6, 2013
November 2, 2013 SAT & Subject Test October 3, 2013
December 7, 2013 SAT & Subject Test November 8, 2013
January 25, 2014 SAT & Subject Test December 27, 2013
March 8, 2014 SAT only February 7, 2014
May 3, 2014 SAT & Subject Test April 4, 2014
June 7, 2013 SAT & Subject Test May 9, 2014
Test Dates and Deadlines(ACT)
Test Date Registration Deadline
September 21, 2013 August 23, 2013
October 26, 2013 September 27, 2013
December 14, 2013 November 8, 2013
February 8, 2014 January 10, 2014
April 12, 2014 March 7, 2014
June 14, 2014 May 9, 2014
SAT TESTPREP BOOTCAMP
• Lee High School is hosting a special PSAT/SAT Test Prep Boot Camp in the auditorium Center, on Wednesday, October 9th from 8:30am to 3:00pm.
• This is an intensive 6-hour PSAT/SAT workshop designed to give your son or daughter effective test taking and time management strategies, to help boost their performance. September 30th is the final day of registration. The normal cost of this Boot Camp is $250.00. However, Lee High School is so committed to improving test scores that this workshop will be held during the school day for added convenience, and will be available to students for only $45! Materials include 2 books for each participant, including 26 practice tests with detailed answers and explanations, along with a strategy book to further complement your child’s learning.
The College Process
• There are over 3000 colleges and universities in the United States.
• A student’s goal should be to determine which of these many colleges have the right characteristics and programs for them given their particular needs, skills and interests.
• SO….WHERE SHOULD YOU BEGIN????
Fall of the Junior year
• - October 16- take PSAT (good practice and possibility of becoming a National Merit Semi-finalist). Juniors interested can see Mrs. Sanchez
(Bookkeeper), to register for the PSAT. Fee of $14. Oct 9th deadline to register.
• - Try to keep a journal/list of reflections on your experiences. This could be used later to help spark ideas for your personal statement. (College Resume)
• Take the SAT/ ACT (if you plan on attending a 4-year college).
January- March- Visit as many colleges as you can - Schedule an individual appointment
with College Office.- Registration for Spring SAT/ ACT
exams.- Begin to think about summer plans.- Search colleges you are interested in
on the web.
April- Select two teachers to write letters of
recommendations for you.
- Request written materials from any schools you are interested (continue if adding schools).
- Fill out any on-line web inquiry forms for schools you are interested.
- Firm up summer plans.
- Registration for June SAT exams.
May/ June May
- AP Exams.
- May- SAT/ ACT exams.
June - Great time to visit college campuses. - June 14 – last ACT offered - June 7- last SAT offered - Deadlines for registration for ACT/SAT - Schedule any final meetings before College
Office closes for July.
University of Texas changes to admission criteria for
graduating class of 2010/2011 beyond
• Senate Bill 175 modified the top 10% automatic admission program
• Now, the University is to admit automatically enough students to fill 75% of available spaces set aside for Texas residents entering the freshman class.
• In other words… the automatic admission will change from admitting the top 10% automatically to admitting the top 8% automatically
FOUNDATION PLAN
•Creates one diploma with
a variety of endorsements
in 4 areas: STEM,
Business & Industry, Public
Services, and Arts &
Humanities
•More flexibility
TESTING•Reduces # of EOCs from
15 to 5•English I, English II, algebra I, biology, US history•Eliminates exams counting 15% of grade
•No cumulative score requirement
TESTING•Reduces # of EOCs from
15 to 5•English I, English II, algebra I, biology, US history•Eliminates exams counting 15% of grade
•No cumulative score requirement
ACCOUNTABILITY•EVALUATES SCHOOLS ON MORE THAN JUST TEST SCORES:
Academic Performance, Financial Performance, and Community and Student Engagement
•RATINGS WILL NOW BE A,B,C,D & F
ACCOUNTABILITY•EVALUATES SCHOOLS ON MORE THAN JUST TEST SCORES:
Academic Performance, Financial Performance, and Community and Student Engagement
•RATINGS WILL NOW BE A,B,C,D & F
HAVE A GREAT YEAR!!
• IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR NEED TO CALL IN FOR ATTENDANCE:
• JUNIOR PRINCIPAL – Mr. Adam Portillo
• ATTENDANCE #- 689-1607
• ALPHA COUNSELOR