WELCOME! Gresham High School CLASS OF 2016
Jan 06, 2018
WELCOME!
Gresham High SchoolCLASS OF 2016
WHAT’S AHEAD
WelcomeGeneral InformationQuestions
Graduation RequirementsClass of 2016 Language Arts 4.00
Social Studies 3.00 Math 3.00 Science 3.00 World Language 1.00 Physical Ed 1.00 Health 1.00 Art/Career/Tech* 2.00 Electives 7.00
Total Credits Required: 25
* .50 credit must be earned in Technology
Additional Requirements
Portfolio of work samples Career Related Learning Experiences Essential Skills Tests
Read & Comprehend a variety of textWrite clearly & accuratelyApply mathematics in a variety of settings
International Baccalaureate
Advanced, challenging Two-year program
for juniors/seniors Recognized internationally
See Pat Gray, IB Coordinatorfor more information
Note: The IB Program requires 4 years of a world language.
College Entrance Requirements
Beyond GHS graduationrequirements, Oregon universities require: Mathematics--3 credits (Algebra II level) World Language—2 credits in same language 16 academic credits in core subject areas Minimum “C” average for core courses
BRIDGES To The Future
Class requirement for freshmen
Future/Careers Technology 4 Year
Plan/Academics School Awareness
Four Year PlanName:__________________Student ID#___________
English 1.00 Bridges .50Science 1.00 Physical Education .50Math 1.00
FRESHMAN – 7 credits
English 1.00 Social Studies 1.00Science 1.00 Health .50Math 1.00
SOPHOMORE – 7 credits
College & Career Center
Also in the Center: Barb Cooke, Portfolio Manager
Kendra Maddox
Scholarships College Info Financial Aid
Job and Career Info, Food Handlers, and more!
Extra Help Math Lab Tutoring Center Homework Club SUN Program—enrichment SUN Program—credit retrieval Step Up Community mental health resources Social worker on staff
Extra Curricular Activities
Clubs Sports Drama Music
Forecasting Advice Discuss before choosing classes. Once forecasting is completed,
changes will not be possible. It’s up to you to see your counselor if
there are any mistakes in the schedule.
Forecast Sheet1. Fill in personal info at top of sheet2. Course numbers are already listed 3. Plan maximum of seven credits, plus
alternates4. Signatures are required
Counselors A – B and ELL: Mr. Gonzales
C – Go: Ms. Blaser
Gr – Ma: Mr. Lipner
Mc – Sa: Ms. Fields
Sc- Z : Dr. Siefer
Your counselor looks forward to meeting with you!
ghs.gresham.k12.or.us
On the counseling webpage:• Contact information for your counselor • Course Planning Guide• PowerPoint• Counselor Blogs/Announcements