Junior/Senior Parent Night Agenda
DHS counselors will cover important dates, career and college planning, ACT, financial aid, and graduation requirements at the upcoming Junior/Senior Parent Night. The agenda includes key events such as Senior Saturday, FAFSA opening, scholarship applications, and senior awards night. Graduation options and requirements will also be discussed to help students prepare for their future.
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WELCOME JUNIOR/SENIOR PARENT NIGHT
DHS Counselors A-D Mrs. LaWanna Davis E-K Mrs. Bonny Maise L-Robertson Mrs. Stefanie McDougald Robicheaux Z Ms. Robin Valerius Special Assignment Mrs. Tara Thomas
Tonights Agenda Important Dates Planning my Future: Choosing career and/or college, college admissions, ACT and financial aid TOPS College Options High school Diploma Options & Graduation Requirements Satellite Center & Dual Enrollment Individual Graduation Plan (5-year plan) I. II. III. IV. V. VI. VII.
IMPORTANT DATES Sept. 28 - Senior Saturday $5.00 sitting fee for senior yearbook pictures order Senior Supplies ($100 deposit required)- cap, gown, and announcements senior shirt ($12-$40) purchase sr. yearbook ad ($40-$225) Bring cash or more than one check. Mr. Scamardo from Herff Jones will be available several lunch periods in the fall semester to take orders. Oct 1-FAFSA opens for students and parents to complete Oct. 8- College and Career Prep Night at Edward A. Dufresne Community Center; 6:00 -8:00 p.m. Go to www.gotocollegecareerfairs.com JOSTENS on campus at both lunches on Oct. 11th
IMPORTANT DATES Oct 29 Financial Aid Night / FAFSA completion 6:00 pm at DHS Nov 4 -DHS scholarship applications will be distributed in homeroom. It is also on google classroom. Nov 5 ASVAB (sign up in school to career office) Early January, 2020 Be sure to order senior supplies if you want the DHS logo on announcements March 17 ACT for Juniors (all) & Seniors (by choice) April 25 - Prom April 29 SENIOR AWARDS NIGHT
Important Dates May 11 Ring Ceremony (juniors) at the Performing Arts Center May 12 GRADUATION PRACTICE at 8:30 a.m. in gym AND BACCALAUREATE at 7:00 p.m. in auditorium May 14 GRADUATION!
Graduation Options TOPS University Diploma Jump Start TOPS Tech Career Diploma DHS Advanced Studies (honors)Diploma HiSet
Graduation Requirements In order to graduate students must pass Leap 2025: English I or English II Algebra I or Geometry Biology or US History All seniors must complete the FAFSA. If not, you will have to fill out a parental non-participation form before graduation. Complete gradation pathway requirements
Graduation Pathways Tops University English = 4 Credits Jumpstart TOPS Tech English = 4 Credits Math = 4 Credits Math = 4 Credits Science = 4 Credits Science = 2 Credits Social Studies = 4 Credits PE or ROTC = 1 and Credits Health = Credit Foreign Language = 2 Credits Performance Art = 1 Credit Electives = 3 Credits Social Studies = 2 Credits PE or ROTC = 1 and Credits Health = Credit Jumpstart Pathway Courses= 9 Credits + Credentials Manufacturing, Construction Health Sciences Hospitality, Tourism Entertainment Information technology http://whatsyouroption.webquil.com/
Advanced Studies Diploma Students on the Advanced Studies Diploma track engage in accelerated studies that challenge them as critical thinkers and creative problem solvers. To earn an Advanced Studies Diploma, a student must excel in at least 18 classes at the Honors, Gifted, Dual Enrollment (DE), and/or Advanced Placement (AP) level, as detailed below: Curriculum (18 classes) English: 4 Honors, Gifted, DE, or AP classes Math: 4 Honors, Gifted, DE, or AP classes Science: 4 Honors, DE, or AP classes (Physics is accepted as a 4th honors science) Social Studies: 4 Honors, DE, or AP classes (Must include Honors Civics and AP US History) Electives: 2 additional Honors, Gifted, DE, or AP classes (Does not include Gifted Independent Study) Overall 85 B average in all Honors, Gifted, DE, and AP classes No FINAL grade lower than a C in any class
Satellite Center Students Teaching and Reaching (STAR) Health Career Exploration Patient Care Health Clinical (CNA) Culinary Arts Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Advanced TV Broadcasting Digital Media Interactive Media Process Technology Instrumentation Engineering Design (Physics) Industrial Scaffolding and Insulation Technical Theatre Please contact Lasca Anderson Lasca Anderson at (985) 785 (985) 785- -2080 2080 for more information. https://vimeo.com/249750338
Dual Enrollment off Campus Senior students can enroll at local universities and colleges (Delgado, Southeastern, UNO and River Parish Community College) Must have a 2.5 overall GPA Must earn an 18 in ELA and 19 in Mathematics on the ACT in order to qualify for academic courses and 19 composite on the ACT MUST contact your counselor prior qualify for SCA Funding.
Dual Enrollment on DHS Campus Students earn credit from River Parish Community College for DHS courses Must be 15 years old Below is a partial listing of Dual Enrollment courses. Go to the DHS web site for a complete listing. Instructor Young, Brian Course(s) 25 courses Basic Electricity Campus DHS Young, Brian Electronics DHS Donald Diodene TV Production DHS/SLU* Lee, Jamie Jo Web Design DHS Bourg, Todd Welding I, DHS Bourg, Todd Welding II (2 credits) DHS
Dual Enrollment Junior and seniors are able to take the following classes at DHS Students must meet the ACT and GPA requirements DHS College Course English III DE English 101 Math IV DE Math 161: College Algebra Math V DE Math 162: Plane Trigonometry Chemistry I- H Chemistry 101 Chemistry II Chemistry 102 French III French 101 Spanish III Spanish 101 Spanish IV Spanish 102
RECOGNITION AT GRADUATION Advanced Studies Diploma (honors) White Stole; seated on stage Suma Cum Laude (98.5-107 GPA)- Gold Cord Magna Cum Laude (94.5-99.4 GPA)- Silver Cord Cum Laude (89.5-94.4 GPA)-White Cord Mu Alpha Theta Navy Stole National Honor Society Blue Stole Basic and Advanced Jumpstart Industry Based Certifications 2 cords of different colors
TOPS Scholarships Awards TOPS Awards Award Opportunity Performance Honors TOPS Tech Tuition Tuition + $400 Tuition + $800 3.0 (3.5 Jr.) 27 or better Tuition Core GPA* ACT 2.5 3.0 (3.25 Jr.) 23 or better 2.5 20 or better 17 or better Workkeys Silver Public Full Private Lump Sum 4 semesters/2 years Tuition Paid* Public Full Private Lump Sum 8 Semesters /4 years Public Full Private Lump Sum 8 Semesters /4 years Public Full Private Lump Sum 8 Semesters /4 years Semester/ Years *Core GPA- 16 core classes, 2 foreign language, 1 art *Tuition Paid- at the 2016-2017 academic year Go to www.osfa.la.gov for more details
TOPS Students are allowed to go out-of-state and return to a Louisiana college and claim the remainder of TOPS eligibility. You may also start in LA, go out-of-state, then return and claim the remainder of your TOPS. LOSFA recommends sending them your ACT/SAT scores. Code for ACT is 1595 and SAT is 9010. Please visit www.osfa.la.gov for more details
Financial Aid FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)- Begins Oct. 1st and need your 2018 tax information to complete. Loans Perkins, Subsidized & Unsubsidized Stafford, PLUS Scholarships DHS scholarships, internet searches, college (varies per school) Federal & State Grants Pell, SEOG, Go Grant Work Study Program- identify on the FAFSA TOPS scholarship *PARENT FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOP October 29, 2019 at 6:00*
CHOOSING A CAREER Know yourself Interests, abilities, personality, values http://www.unlockmyfuture.org/my-keys & 16personalities.com Learn about careers Websites- bls.gov, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Encyclopedia of Careers, Job Shadow Figure out where you fit!
CHOOSING A COLLEGE Factors: Major, cost, size, distance from home, admissions policies Resources: College Websites, online catalogues, guide books (Peterson s, College Handbook) College Visits: DHS allows two days for seniors and one day for juniors to be an excused absence; forms are in the counseling suite Contact the college to make to a formal campus tour Bring the form back from the college signed by a representative and give this to Ms. Bordelon in attendance.
LOUISIANA COLLEGES ADMISSIONS POLICIES All require the TOPS University Diploma AND ACT English at least 18 and ACT Math at least 19 (NO REMEDIAL CLASSES) Flagship: LSU - 3.0 in 19 Core Classes AND 22 ACT Statewide: La Tech, ULL and UNO, 2.5 Core GPA, OR 23 ACT UNO application fee is waived instantly admitted if you meet their admissions policy
LOUISIANA COLLEGES ADMISSIONS POLICIES REGIONAL: Grambling, LSU-A, LSU-S, Southern BR, & SUNO 2.0 GPA OR 20 ACT Northwestern & McNeese, Minimum 2.35 Overall GPA and one of the following: 20 ACT OR 2.0 Core GPA Nicholls One of the following: 21 ACT OR 2.35 Overall GPA Southeastern & ULM Minimum 2.35 Overall GPA and one of the following: 21 ACT OR 2.0 Core GPA Open Admissions-all community colleges
Applying to Colleges and Universities How many schools should I apply to? Experts recommend a range of 4-8 schools 2 safety schools you are certain to be accepted 3 target schools you are likely to be accepted 2 reach schools a competitive reach Determine ease of acceptance via college websites GPA and ACT/SAT requirements. Look for the Freshmen Class profile for info.
Early Decision vs Early Action Early decision plans are binding a student who is accepted as an ED applicant must attend the college. Early action plans are nonbinding students receive an early response to their application but do not have to commit to the college until the normal reply date of May 1.
Applying For Admission Submit the following: Application (colleges prefer online application) Test Scores (ACT or SAT) Transcripts in-state public colleges can retrieve transcripts online out-of-state or private colleges complete request form. Apply early: before Christmas; students must be accepted for admissions before being considered for financial aid Letter of Recommendation: Notify the person you would like to write your rec i.e. Teachers, community members, counselors, employers
ACT & SAT Louisiana is an ACT state Out-of-state schools may vary some require one or the other. Check the schools websites! SAT I & SAT II (subject area tests) $47.50 Cost - ACT - $52.00; Fee Waivers for student who are on free/reduced lunch Writing Portion of the ACT for admissions Tulane and LSU honors college Some out-of-state colleges also require the Writing Portion of the ACT check the school s website for details
Alternatives To A Four-year College Community College Delgado, Baton Rouge Com. College, River Parish Com. College Proprietary Schools Cosmetology school, court reporting school, truck driving The Workforce Apprenticeships- N.O Pipe Trades, South Central Pipe Trades, Performance Contractors, South Central Laborers Military * ASVAB, Nov. 5th
NCAA Eligibility Center For any athlete interested in playing at the college level, see your counselor Must complete application online Fee waivers are available for students who are on free/reduced lunch Must meet ACT and Core GPA requirements Website: www.eligibilitycenter.org
We are here to help Bulletin is distributed every other Monday morning in homeroom for seniors Bulletin every month for juniors School s website Google Classroom Please email or call 764-9872 to make an appointment with your counselor
