Welcome to
North Oconee High School
Class of 2021
Agenda
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Welcome and Introductions
North Oconee Registration Information
Levels of Study
Graduation Requirements
State Testing
Titan Time
HOPE Scholarship
Timeline
Welcome
Dr. Philip Brown
Principal
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Titan Pride
Introductions
Administrative Staff
Counselors
Department Representatives
NOHS Administration
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Philip Brown, Principal
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Michael Dowis, Athletic Director/Assistant Principal
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Eric Hamilton, Assistant Principal
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Grace Staniszewski, Assistant Principal
Counseling Office Personnel
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Betsy Brown (9th-12th, A-F) - School Counselor
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Leslie Dooley (9th-12th, G-O) – School Counselor
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Christy Conley (9th-12th, P-Z) – School Counselor
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Terri Dinsmore – Registrar
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Jeannie Singleton – Administrative Assistant
North Oconee’s Schedule
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1280+ students - Projected over 1300
Modified Block Schedule
Four classes in the fall semester, four classes in the
spring semester
Total of 8 classes your Freshman year
Schedule will change 2nd semester and will include new
classes, teachers, and peers
Block format
Fall
Spring
Block 1
Core class
Elective
Block 2
Core class
Core class
Block 3
Elective
Elective
Block 4
H/PF
Core class
Sample schedule
Fall
Spring
Block 1
Drama
Visual Art I
Block 2
Lit/Comp 9 Honors Bio Honors
Block 3
Coordinate
Algebra
H/PF
Block 4
Intro to Business
and Tech
Government
General Placement Information
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Current 8th grade teachers will make course
recommendations for core classes
⚫ Will depend on student’s grades & test scores:
Winter MAP scores, 1st semester grade, Milestone score
from spring of 7th grade
⚫ Not teacher discretion – based on specific guidelines
given by Oconee County School system
⚫ May have different levels in core classes
⚫ It is possible to change level of study during high school –
we encourage you to challenge yourself!
Registration
Form
Levels of Study
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Support Level - IS college prep - just supported
◦ Provides academic supports for students who need more time
to master material in some core classes
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College Preparatory Level
◦ Students are well prepared for college classes
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Honors Level
◦ Academically Rigorous
◦ Prepares students for Advanced Placement (AP) classes
What are Honors courses and who should
take them?
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Honors courses are very rigorous and require more critical thinking
If a student has “A” averages on test scores and exceeds on CRCT in
middle school, then he/she should probably qualify for an honors level
class
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Honors students need to be self-motivated and self-directed
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They need to have a high level of interest in the subject
Advanced Placement Course Content Area
*Some elective courses may not be offered every year.
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
Language Arts
None
None
AP Language
AP Literature
Math
None
AP Statistics
AP Statistics
AP Calculus
AP Statistics
AP Calculus
Social Studies
AP Government
AP Human
Geography
AP World History
AP Human
Geography
AP European
AP US History
AP Government
AP Human
Geography
AP European
AP Art History
AP Government
AP Economics
AP Human
Geography
AP European
AP Art History
Science
None
AP Chemistry
AP Environmental
AP Chemistry
AP Biology
AP Physics I
AP Environmental
AP Chemistry
AP Biology
AP Physics I or C
AP Environmental
Foreign
Language
None
None
AP Spanish
AP Latin
AP Spanish
AP Latin
STEM
None
AP Computer
Science
AP Computer
Science
AP Computer
Science
Fine Arts
None
AP Music Theory
AP Art
AP Music Theory
AP Art
AP Music Theory
AP Capstone
None
None
AP Seminar
AP Research
What if I want to override?
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Step 1: Talk to the 8th grade teacher(s) to understand
why the recommendation was made.
Step 2: Come to the NOHS Counseling Office to schedule
the required override conference
◦ We will schedule a time for you to meet with your counselor
◦ At that meeting, the required override form will be provided to you
◦ Please be patient--we assure you that the meeting and override can be
honored even after registration.
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Step 3: Talk to your child about this change – you are the
ones who are going to have to live with it. Keep HOPE in
mind!
Step 4: Live with your decision – All changes
are final.
Graduation Requirements
Class of 2021
What Should I Take?
What do I need to graduate?
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28 units of credit
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Each semester long course equals 1 unit of credit
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8 units of credit available every year
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Up to 32 credit opportunities in four years
Diploma Requirements
9th Grade
What will you
take?
Language Arts
(4 units)
9th Grade Lit.
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Math
(4 units)
Algebra I
Social Studies
(4 units)
American Government
Science
(4 units)
Biology
Physical Education
(1 unit)
Health/PE
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Foreign Lang.
/CTAE/Fine Arts
(3 units)
7.
Academic Electives
(3 units)
Alternates
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Other Electives
(5 units)
8.
Language Arts
9th Grade
Core Credits
(4 units required)
9th Lit OR
9th Lit Honors
Elective Credits
Basic Reading
(Academic Elective)
AP Opportunities
None
Mathematics
9th Grade
Core Credits
(4 units required to graduate)
Algebra I or
Accelerated Algebra I/Geometry A or
Accelerated Geometry B/Adv Alg (Alg
II)
Elective Credits
Support Algebra I
AP Opportunities
None
Algebra I Pacing Information
Acc Alg I Pacing Information
Accelerated Math Track . . . Where do
I end up?
Social Studies
9th Grade
Core Credits
(4 units
required to
graduate)
American Government (single
semester—meets daily)
OR
Honors American Government (single
semester—meets daily)
OR
AP Government (A/B schedule—meets
every other day year long)
Elective
Credits
AP Human Geography (A/B
schedule—meets every other day year long)
Social Studies
Level
Homework
Classwork/Activities
Assessment
Regular
Independent review (but little
specific homework). Most
work completed in class. No
summer ass’t
Textbook driven—read book,
answer questions, master basics
w/ enrichment when possible
Multiple
choice/matching, few
short answer.
Honors
30-45 minutes per night
(depending). Terms + nightly
review of in-class material.
Summer ass’t required.
Lecture/discussion driven—take
notes + content enrichment
Multiple choice/matching,
5-paragraph essays/DBQ (in
preparation for AP History)
AP
45-60 minutes per night
(depending)*. Terms, chapter
readings w/ notes, essay
packets—requires time
management. Summer ass’t
required.
Lecture/discussion driven—take
notes + content enrichment,
outside readings (which requires
strong reading comprehension
skills).
Reflects the AP Gov exam:
timed multiple choice +
essay (“long answer”
free-response essays)
Example of Honors Government
Multiple Choice Question
Winner-take-all elections are based on the
__________ concept, in which only one candidate is
elected to each office
a. multiparty
b. two-party
c.
one-party
d. single-member district
Example of AP Government Multiple
Choice Question
If the U.S. system of single-member districts with plurality voting
were replaced with a system of proportional representation, one
possible consequence would be
a. greater centralization of power in the hands of the president.
b. establishment of stronger interest groups.
c. significant weakening of the American federal system.
d. a movement toward a multiparty system.
e. the disappearance of political parties.
Social Studies
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AP Human Geography
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An excellent “first AP” course
Not a study of maps…a study of human beings TODAY
Learn about traditional and modern culture around the world (and nearby).
Look at changing patterns of migration, population, economic growth, land use,
and urban growth.
If you:
–Like the idea of travel/exploration …
–Like complex ideas …
–Are ready to try an AP class…
–Have an open mind…
–Have a willingness to work…
THEN THIS MAY BE FOR YOU!
Science
9th Grade
Core Credits
(4 units to required to
graduate)
Biology
OR
Biology Honors
Elective Credits
None
AP Opportunities
None
Science - Biology
Level
Homework
Class
Assessments
General
15 to 20 minutes of studying
per night; few outside of class
assignments
Reviews in class;
vocabulary-based activities
30 to 50 questions
(mostly multiple choice
questions)
Honors
30 minutes to 1 hour of
studying per night; outside of
class assignments for review
of the material
Small amount of review in class;
more details to the content
50 multiple choice questions
(knowledge based and
application); 1 lab based
question; 1 short answer
question (multi-step)
Projects are also included
with major units
Both courses have a state-mandated
EOC/Milestone Test required
Physical Education
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1 unit required - Health/PE in the 9th Grade
◦ Health = 0.5 unit
◦ PE = 0.5 unit
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Students can take PE classes throughout their four
years
Other Course offerings:
◦ Weight Training
Diploma Requirements
9th Grade
What will you
take?
Language Arts
(4 units)
9th Grade Lit.
1. 9th Grade Lit
Math
(4 units)
Algebra I
Social Studies
(4 units)
American Government
Science
(4 units)
Biology
Physical Education
(1 unit)
Health/PE
2. Algebra I
3. Algebra I Support
4. American
Government
5. Biology
6. Health/PE
Foreign Lang.
/CTAE/Fine Arts
(3 units)
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Academic Electives
(3 units)
Alternates
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Other Electives
(5 units)
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CTAE &/or Modern Language/Latin &/or
Fine Arts
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3 units required (any combination of CTAE, Fine Arts, or Foreign
Language)
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Can be taken throughout high school
Fine Arts
CTAE
Modern Language/Latin
Fine Arts
Band - Scott Smith
Dance - Melissa Darnell
Theater Arts - Leslie Summer
Visual Arts - Cathy Warren
Chorus - Renee Costigan
[email protected]
[email protected]
lsummer@oconeeschools
[email protected]
[email protected]
Modern Languages / Latin
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Languages: French I-IV; German I-III
Latin I-AP; Spanish I-AP
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Rigorous Courses
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Successful Students
◦ Motivated
◦ Self-directed
◦ Studious
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Language Choice
CTAE Pathways
Forestry/Natural Resources
Plant Systems Pathway
Ag Leadership in Animal Production Pathway
Engineering and Technology
Graphic Design
Information Technology - Web Development
Information Technology - Computer Science
Therapeutic Services – Allied Health and
Medicine
● Therapeutic Services -Emergency Medical
Responders
● Early Childhood Education
● Entrepreneurship
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How do I complete a pathway?
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Take the 3 required courses listed
in that pathway during your four
years in high school
Once you have completed a CTAE
pathway, you will receive a CTAE
Seal on your diploma
Designed to give you the
necessary skills needed in a
specific area after high school
graduation to go straight into the
workforce, or choose
college/university or the military
for additional training
9th Grade Eligible CTAE Courses
Basic Agriculture Science &
Technology
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Intro to Business & Technology
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Foundations of Engineering
& Technology
Legal Environment of Business
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Early Childhood Care Education
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Intro to Graphic & Design
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Intro to Healthcare Science
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Intro to Digital Technology
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Diploma Requirements
9th Grade
What will you take?
Language Arts
(4 units)
9th Grade Lit.
1. 9th Grade Lit
Math
(4 units)
Algebra I
Social Studies
(4 units)
American Government
4. American Government
Science
(4 units)
Biology
5. Biology
Physical Education
(1 unit)
Health/PE
2. Algebra I
3. Algebra I Support
6. Health/PE
7. Basic Agriculture
Foreign Lang. /CTAE/Fine
Arts
(3 units)
8. Chorus
Academic Electives
(3 units)
Alternates
1. Digital Technology
2. Weight Training
Other Electives
(5 units)
Academic Electives
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3 units required
Most count towards HOPE
Can be taken throughout high school
All 4 core areas taken above and beyond the
graduation requirements will count as academic
electives
Foreign Languages can be counted as academic
electives if not otherwise used to meet the 3 required
courses in CTAE/Foreign Language/Fine Arts.
Other Electives
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5 required
Can be any course offered at NOHS
Online Registration Info
From the NOHS homepage, click on “Resources” under the Main Menu tab on the
left. You will see a link for the “Registration.”
State Testing
Milestones End of Course Testing
Courses to Be Tested
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9th Grade Literature/Composition
American Literature
Algebra I
Geometry
Biology
Physical Science*
United States History
Economics/Business/Free Enterprise
Milestones End of Course Tests
Continued
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Administered in December and May
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Count as 20% of final grade
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Recorded on the report card
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Used to determine Carnegie credit
More Than Academics
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Practice effective study skills
Encourage your student to get involved in a student
organization, club, or athletic team
Encourage leadership opportunities
Encourage your child to challenge him/herself both
academically and with service in the community
Athletics at NOHS
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Football
Baseball
Volleyball
Track
Cross Country
Wrestling
Swimming/Diving
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Soccer
Softball
Basketball
Golf
Tennis
Cheerleading
Gymnastics
Co-Curriculars
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Art
Drama
Dance Team
Beta
Interact
Humane Society
MedLife
National Honor Society
Spanish Club
Latin Club
Leo Club
Knitting/Crocheting
FCA
Photography
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French Club
Mock Trial
HOSA
FFA
FBLA
FCCLA
Chess Team
Robotics
Go Green
Relay for Life
Young Democrats
Young Republicans
Computer Science
MORE! MORE! MORE!
Titan Time - Homeroom
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Advisement groups of
18-20 students
Meets once each week
Stay with the same adviser
all 4 years
Assemblies
Special programs
Advisement lessons
Titan Time – Remediation/Enrichment
● Students choose
remediation or enrichment
activity--based on
rotational period
● Teachers can make
recommendations for
students who need
remediation
Stay in the Loop
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Join the Counseling Department’s Blog (Handout)
◦ http://nohsguidanceblog.blogspot.com/
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Check PowerSchool regularly
Stay in close contact with your child’s teachers
Attend parent nights throughout the year
Follow us on Twitter
◦ @nohscounseling
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Sign up to receive Remind Text Messages
◦ Test @nohsa to (571) 512-3807 or email [email protected]
The Counseling Blog:
The HOPE Scholarship
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Available to Georgia residents who have demonstrated
academic achievement
You must maintain a 3.0 or higher academic GPA in
order to receive the HOPE Scholarship
Must meet Rigor Requirements
For every “C” you must make an “A”
Zell Miller Scholarship – pays 100% tuition at GA public
college; requires 3.7 GPA and 1200 (CR+M) on SAT or 26
on ACT
Can check this on GAFutures
HOPE Scholarship
Please note that final grades in all courses in the
following areas are calculated into the HOPE
scholarship GPA:
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Language Arts
Foreign Language
Math
Science
Social Studies
Registration Timeline
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February 3rd - Students will receive recommendations
and registration forms from 8th grade instructors.
February 6th - All white registration forms should be
signed and back at MBMS.
February 7th– NOHS counseling office and staff will be
at MBMS to register the students in the computer labs.
Freshman Orientation
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March 31st, 2017
Students spend a
half-day at NOHS
Get the full “Titan
Experience”
Please email any questions to:
Betsy Bell Brown – [email protected]
Leslie Dooley – [email protected]
Christy Conley – [email protected]
Grace Staniszewski- [email protected]
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