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2015 – 2016 SCHOOL CALENDAR
July 3 Independence Day
August 24 -28
August 31
September 7
September 14
September 23
October 2
October 16
November 2
November 11
November 12
November 25
November 26–27
December 24 - 31
Offices and schools closed
Professional days for teachers
First day of school for students
Labor Day—Offices and schools closed
No school for students and teachers
No school for students and teachers
Early release day for all students. Planning/grades/interims
No school for students and teachers
No school for students. Professional day for teachers.
Early release day K–8. Parent conferences
Early release day K–8. Parent conferences
Early release day for all students
Thanksgiving—Offices and schools closed
Winter Break—No school for students and teachers,
offices closed Dec. 24 & 25
2016
January 1
January 18
January 25
February 15
February 24
March 25 - 31 and April 1
April 26
May 30
June 7
June 17
June 20
New Year’s Day—Offices and schools closed
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Day—Offices and schools closed
No school for students. Professional day for teachers.
Presidents’ Day—Offices and schools closed
No school for students. Professional day for teachers.
Spring Break—No school for students and teachers,
offices closed March 25 & 28
Primary Election Day—Offices and schools closed
Memorial Day—Offices and schools closed
Graduation
Last day of school for students. Early release day for all
students
Professional day for teachers
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Student Information
2015-2016 School Calendar
Welcome to Springbrook
Vision & Mission
Bell Schedules
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Important Things to Know
Our Signature Programs: International Baccalaureate
AOIT
Academics: Eligibility and Grading
Graduation Requirements
Resources: Counseling and Health Services
Media Center
School Bank and Textbooks
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Procedures and Regulations
Attendance and Absences
Bus Transportation, Cafeteria
Student Dress
Contact Info
Where do I get information about?
Code of Conduct
Athletics
Class of 2016
Senior Resources
Class of 2017
Class of 2018 & 2019
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School Maps
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Welcome to Springbrook High School
Vision
A high-quality education is a fundamental right of every
Springbrook student. All stakeholders will receive respect,
encouragement, and opportunities for success. This creates
the environment needed to build the knowledge, skills, and
attitudes to be successful, culturally adept, contributing
members of a global society.
Mission Statement
Springbrook High School, with its mosaic of cultures, challenges
students academically to recognize and appreciate their individual
talents. Thus empowered, students become lifelong learners who are
culturally inquisitive, technologically adept, and prepared to
contribute to and thrive in an interdependent world..
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BELL SCHEDULES
Regular Day
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Period 5 (Announcements)
Lunch
Period 6
Period 7
7:45
8:37
9:29
10:21
11:13
12:05
12:51
1:43
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8:32
9:24
10:16
11:08
12:05
12:45
1:38
2:30
Advisory Day
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Advisory
Period 5
Lunch
Period 6
Period 7
7:45
8:33
9:21
10:09
10:57
11:27
12:15
12:59
1:47
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– 9:16
– 10:04
– 10:52
- 11:22
– 12:15
– 12:53
– 1:42
– 2:30
7:45
8:18
8:51
9:24
9:57
10:34
11:07
11:35
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Scheduled Early Dismissal
Period 1
Period 2
Period 3
Period 4
Period 5 (Announcements)
Period 6
Period 7
Lunch
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8:13
8:46
9:19
9:52
10:29
11:02
11:35
12:00
Important Things to Know
Our Signature Programs:
IB Diploma Programme (DP)
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is a small
community of highly motivated learners. Students pursue a rigorous and
comprehensive two-year curriculum that focuses on international studies
through six disciplines, including English, second language, history,
mathematics, science and the arts. Emphasis is also placed on an
additional component, Theory of Knowledge, which provides students
with thought provoking skills to challenge and analyze learning and its
philosophical and ideological approach. Students who complete the
pathway are more than prepared for scholarly responses and critical
discussions at the secondary and collegiate level and are prepared for
any course of study.
For more information please contact Mr. Mark Griffiths, IB DP Coordinator
[email protected]
IB Middle Years Programme (MYP)
All ninth and tenth grade students at Springbrook participate in the
International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme. The MYP is a
challenging curriculum framework that encourages students to make
practical connections between their studies and the real world. The
MYP curriculum framework comprises eight subject groups, providing a
broad and balanced education for early adolescents. Sophomores are
expected to complete a capstone project representative of their two years
in the MYP and will earn .5 elective credit.
For more information please contact Mr. John Weinshel, IB MYP Coordinator
[email protected]
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AOIT
The Academy of Information Technology The Academy of Information
Technology (AOIT) is a three or four year career pathway program
which is offered to our students interested in computer programming,
web development, the aesthetics of designing for the web,
microcomputer technologies and LAN Management.
Springbrook is one of only seven schools in MCPS with the AOIT, and
the only school in MCPS to program for the Xbox and Zune.
Springbrook is a pilot school for the new Designing Technology
Solutions course. Springbrook also sponsors a competitive robotics
team.
Top Ten Reasons to Join AOIT
 Make animated 3D graphic movies your first week of class using the
Alice programming environment
 Create and play your own games for the PC, Zune, and Xbox 360 (we
have a school Xbox).
 Academy of Information Technology Internships at Lockheed Martin,
FDA, NOAA, NASA, and other companies. These internships are
paid!
 Web Design students take on real clients and work on their projects
during school time.
 Making websites pays a lot better than any other part time job.
 Taking Comp. Prog. 1 as a freshman allows you to take AP Comp.
Prog. as a Sophomore, one of the two possible AP classes for
Sophomores!
 A fun class that will challenge your brain, but not your GPA. The
mode of the grades for year 2008 was an ‘A’.
 Computer Science, AP Computer Science, and Web Design tell
colleges that you are a 21st Century student.
 Imagine that you like what you are learning so much that you will
spend your free time doing extra work! Crazy thought, huh?
 Being in a class of friends who WANT to Learn
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Academics:
Eligibility
In order to be eligible for any athletic or extracurricular activity, a student
must have obtained a 2.0 grade point average, with no more than one grade
of E, for the previous nine-week grading period. If a student does not earn a
2.0, or has more than one failing grade, the student will be ineligible for the
next nine weeks. The period of eligibility/ineligibility begins on the day
report cards are distributed and continues until the next report card is
distributed.
Grading
Evaluation is based on evidence of attainment of the instruction and
performance objectives for the student. The following symbols and
statements are used to report progress:
A - Outstanding level of performance
B - High level of performance
C - Acceptable level of performance
D - Minimal level of performance
E - Unacceptable level of performance
CR - The student is maintaining a level of performance that is acceptable
for credit purposes
NC - The student is not maintaining a level of performance that is
acceptable for credit purposes
I - Incomplete – the student has been given an approved
extended time
NG - No grade assigned because student is not enrolled for course during
the marking period or will not receive a
grade for the marking period or semester because the
student is ESOL Level 1 or his/her English skills limit ability to
demonstrate learning in this subject.
Contact the teacher for more information.
M - Grade missing
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Graduation Requirements
Students must earn the minimum number of credits as indicated on the
chart below to be promoted to the next grade level.
By End
of:
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Math
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2
3
English
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3
Science
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Social
Studies
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1
2
Other
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4
5
Total to
Promote
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All students must earn 22 credits in specific content areas, meet the
Maryland High School Assessment (HSA) graduation requirements and
earn 60 hours of Student Service Learning Hours (75 hours beginning
Class of 2012) to achieve a Maryland diploma.
By End
of:
Grade 12
Math
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English
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Science
3
9
Social
Studies
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Other
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Total to
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Resources:
Counseling Services
The Counseling Office is located across from the Main Office. Each
student is assigned to one of the counselors in the department.
Appointments may be made directly with a counselor in person or by
completing an appointment request form at the front counter. Students
are encouraged to get to know their counselor early in the year and to
use the available resources. For detailed information visit:
http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/springbrookhs/
departments/counseling-sercvices,.shtml
The Career Information Center adjoining the Counseling Office
provides vocational, military, and college information to assist students
in making career plans.
Information regarding standardized tests and their registration forms are available
in the Counseling Office and/or in the Career Center.
Health Services
The nurse’s office is located across from the auditorium, next to the
career center, and is open from 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. daily. Students
should have an emergency name and number on file. A student cannot
leave school without permission from a parent or previously designated
emergency contact. No over-the-counter medicines or prescriptions are
given without appropriate documentation. Students are not permitted to
sign out at the attendance office without the approval of the nurse or the
administrator in charge. Absences from physical education may be
excused by a parent’s note for up to 5 days. Longer absences require a
physician’s written exemption.
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Media Center (IMC)
Expectations:
Students at Springbrook High School are expected to maintain a
positive and productive learning environment in the media center.
This is achieved by students contributing to an atmosphere that allows
for quiet study or work; without food or drink to protect our resources;
without the interruption of cell phones at any time and using the
computers for educational purposes. Students are encouraged to ask for
assistance when help is needed
Meet the Staff:
Media Specialist: Ms. Julie Simon
Media Assistants: Mr. Craig Larson and Ms. Julie Trapp
Media Services Technician: Mr. Ian Carpency
Hours:
6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Monday – Thursday
6:30 AM – 2:30 PM Friday
Circulation Information:
Books & Audio: 2 weeks (fines: 2¢) Reference: overnight (fines: 50¢)
AV Equipment: Overnight (fines: 50¢) Some audio-visual equipment
may be borrowed with a permission slip signed by both the student and
a parent/guardian.
Note: Students are charged fines per day and per item for overdue
materials.
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School Bank
The school bank is located outside the main office. The bank is
provided as a convenience to students and school organizations.
Banking hours are 7:30 – 7:45 a.m. and during lunch. Any returned
checks for insufficient funds, stop payment, or closed
account will become financial obligations, including the assessed bank
charges. Payment of the full obligation is required and can be made via
cash or money order only.
Textbooks
Students are responsible for all textbooks issued to them. Payment will
be required for lost books. It is suggested that students cover all
textbooks to minimize damage and excessive wear. Books with
extensive wear and tear or misuse will be assessed for damage at the end
of the semester.
Put your name in ink on the bookplate on the inside
of each book you are issued. If a book is missing, report it immediately
to the subject teacher.
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Procedures and Regulations
Attendance
A student is considered present for a full day if a student is in
attendance four hours or more of the school day. A student is
considered present for l/2 day if in attendance for at least two hours of
the school day, but less than four hours.
Absences
Full day: When a student is going to be absent from school, parents
are asked to contact the attendance office by 8 a.m. on the morning of
the absence via email to [email protected] or
telephone 301-989-5795 or fax to 301-622-1875.
Upon returning to school from an absence, the student must bring a
note to the attendance office, whether or not the parent called the
attendance office, no later than the third school day following the
absence. The note should contain the following information:
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Student ID number
Name of student
Date(s) of absence
Specific reason for the absence
Signature of parent/guardian
Telephone number where the signer can be reached during the day
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After three days, the absence will be recorded as unexcused. Absences
are excused only for the following reasons:
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Death in immediate family
Illness
Court summons
Religious holiday
State emergency
Hazardous weather conditions (conditions that would endanger you
coming to or from school and a decision made by the superintendent
of schools)
Lack of authorized transportation
Permission from principal
Early Departure: Any student who needs to be excused from school
prior to the end of their scheduled school day must bring a note
from their parent/guardian to the attendance office prior to first period
stating the student’s name, ID number, date, time of departure, reason
for leaving and a contact telephone number for verification. An early
dismissal pass will be given to the student by the attendance office.
If a parent/guardian cannot be contacted to verify the request,
permission to leave will be denied.
At the approved departure time, the student will show the dismissal
pass to their teacher and go to the attendance office to sign out.
Students who need to leave for medical problems that develop during
the school day must have their departure approved by the school nurse.
Students must leave the school premises immediately upon signing out.
Any student who returns to school after signing out must report
immediately to the attendance office to sign back in and receive a pass
back to class.
Any students who leave the premises during the school day without
following these procedures will have their absence coded as unexcused
and may be subject to disciplinary action.
Late arrival/tardiness: Students who arrive any time after the end of
first period must report immediately to the attendance office. Failure to
sign in immediately upon arrival may result in disciplinary action. Late
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arrivals will be considered unexcused unless a valid written note is
presented from their parent/guardian stating the student’s name, ID
number, date, reason for late arrival and a contact telephone number
for verification.
Tardiness is defined as not being in the assigned classroom when the
bell rings signaling the beginning of that instructional period.
Tardiness of more than one half of any class period will be recorded
as an absence. All students are able to complete class changes within
the five minute passing time. Students who are tardy to first period
because of a late MCPS bus must obtain a late bus pass from the
attendance office and then report directly to first period.
Bus Transportation
Riding the bus is a privilege. The bus operator is in charge of the bus
and the passengers. They are responsible for the safety of students
while being transported to and from school and for their conduct on
the bus. The bus operator reports all violations of rules to the principal
who may rendered any student ineligible for transportation temporarily
or permanently if their behavior creates a problem on a school bus. It
is the responsibility of the student/parent/guardian to contact MCPS
Transportation (301-879-1059) for tardy or no-show buses.
Cafeteria
Breakfast and lunch are served in the cafeteria. During lunch, lines
are designated for hot lunches, a la carte and snack lines. Students
may bring lunch from home.
The lunch period is a closed lunch with no outside vendor deliveries
allowed. The following policies and protocols are to be followed:
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Food must be eaten only in the cafeteria or other designated eating
areas and/or the outdoor courtyards
Respect line formation by taking your place at the end of the line
Clean up your table space/eating area using appropriate recycling bins
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Student Dress and Appearance
Student dress and grooming are the responsibility of the students and
their parents/guardians. School personnel may advise students about
appropriate dress and grooming for school and may discipline a student
for their style of dress or grooming if any of the following occur:
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It is likely to cause disruption to school activities
It does cause a disruption to school activities
It endangers health or safety
It fails to meet a reasonable requirement of a course or
activity
It is associated with gangs
It is lewd, vulgar, obscene, revealing, or of a sexual nature
It promotes the use of tobacco, alcohol, drugs, or weapons
Additionally, the Springbrook Leadership Council has established the
following guidelines:
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Shoes must be worn at all times.
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Emblems or items of clothing which are, or could be, construed to
be offensive to segments of the population may not be worn.
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Tank tops, crop tops, exposed midriffs, or visible undergarments
are not permitted (pants must be waist level).
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Head gear (hats, bandanas, hoods, sunglasses, etc.) may not be
worn.
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All dress and appearance guidelines are expected to be followed
as well off campus when students are on field trips or
participating in other school-related occasions or events.
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Contact Information
http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/springbrookhs/index.aspx
Follow us on Twitter: @springbrook_HS
Springbrook News: @BlueprintPress
News from the Brook:
Department
Contact
Phone Number
Attendance
Chantal Louis-St. Charles
301-989-5700
Athletics
Dan Feher
301-989-6070
@BrookSports
Cooperative Work Experience
Nicole Brown
301-989-6092
Counseling Services
Eileen Lisker
301-989-5710
English
Cliff Cooper
301-989-6071
ESOL
Ileana Enache
301-989-6069
Fine Arts & Music
Chaz Foster
301-989-5794
IB Diploma Programme
Signature Programs
Mark Griffiths
301-977-6077
IB Middle Years Programme
John Weinshel
301-989-5788
@MYPTheBrook
Internship Coordinator
Sheri Lowe
301-989-5789
Mathematics
Kristen Range
301-989-5787
Media Center
Julie Simon
301-989-6028
Physical Education and Health
Sharis Staton
301-989-6065
Science
Katy Sander
301-989-6064
Social Studies
Mark Pim
301-989-5792
Special Education
Nikki Harrison
301-989-6068
Technology Education
Academy of Information Technology
Lynn Nelson
301-989-6093
World Languages
Khara Chike
301-989-6059
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Edline ………………………………… ……………Mrs. Julie Simon, Media Center
College Information and Scholarships……….........…..Mrs. Patterson, Career Center
Athletic Teams and Sports……………….……………..Mr. Feher, Athletic Director
SSL hours……………………………………………Mrs. Brown-Miles, Counseling
Lost and Found…………………………………………Mrs. Sutton, Security Office
Work Permits……………………………………………………...Counseling Office
Extracurricular Activities…………………….….Mr. Maychel Harris, Administrator
SGA………………………………………………….……………….Ms. Abeshouse
Parking Permits………………………………………………....Mrs. Sutton, Security
AP Tests…………………………….……………………Ms. Najera, Administration
Ib Programme………………………………...…………………...Mr. Mark Griffiths
Health Services………………………………………...………..Ms. Debra Iwanczuk
Student ID card………………………………...……………….Mrs. Sutton, Security
School Bank………………………………………….………………….Mrs. Larson
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Code of Conduct
MCPS believes that discipline is a developmental process, and effective discipline
strategies should meet students’ varied behavioral and developmental needs with
tiered responses and interventions. A continuum of instructional strategies and
disciplinary responses supports teaching and learning, fosters positive behaviors,
and reflects a restorative discipline philosophy. Restorative practices afford
students opportunities to learn from their mistakes, correct any harm that results
from their behavior, and restore relationships that are disrupted by their conduct.
Our school discipline practices are designed to engage students in the classroom so
that students may become college and career ready.
The following list is a starting point for engaging students in the process of setting
positive expectations for conduct in an environment of mutual respect and dignity:
1. My words, actions, and attitudes demonstrate respect for myself and others at all
times.
2. I demonstrate pride in myself, in my future, and in my school by arriving on
time, dressed appropriately, and prepared to focus on my studies.
3. I always seek the most peaceful means of resolving conflict and obtain the
assistance of teachers, administrators, or school staff when I am unable to resolve
conflicts peacefully on my own.
4. I seek to correct any harm that I have caused to others in the school community.
5. I take pride in promoting a safe and clean learning environment at my school.
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Athletics
Athletic Director:
Assistant Athletic Director:
Teams
JV Baseball
Varsity Baseball
Boys JV Basketball
Boys Varsity Basketball
Girls JV Basketball
Girls Varsity Basketball
Unified Bocce
JV Cheerleading
Varsity Cheerleading
Winter Cheerleading
Varsity Cross Country
Boys Cross Country
Girls Cross Country
Girls JV Field Hockey
Girls Varsity Field Hockey
JV Football
Varsity Football
Golf
Gymnastics
Boys Indoor Track
Girls Indoor Track
Boys JV Lacrosse
Boys Varsity Lacrosse
Girls JV Lacrosse
Girls Varsity Lacrosse
Fall Poms
Winter Poms
Boys JV Soccer
Boys Varsity Soccer
Girls JV Soccer
Girls Varsity Soccer
Allied Softball
JV Softball
Varsity Softball
Boys Swim & Dive
Girls Swim & Dive
Swimming and Diving
Boys Tennis
Girls Tennis
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Seniors
Class of 2016
College Preparation Check List and Information
All Year
To do:
All Year
o Work hard all year; second semester grades affect scholarship eligibility
o Stay involved in school, after-school activities, seek leadership roles, and work
towards earning all your SSL hours.
Fall
o Meet with counselor to make sure you are on track to graduate and fulfill college
requirements
o Register for SAT and ACT exams.
o Apply to the colleges you have chosen. Prepare your applications and PAY CLOSE
ATTENTION DO DEADLINES!!!
o Submit required documents to colleges you are applying to, for example, transcript,
letters of recommendation, etc.
o Prepare to apply for financial aid
Winter
o Encourage parent to complete income tax forms early
o Complete and submit FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
o Complete scholarship applications.
Spring
o Visit colleges that have invited you to enroll.
o Review college acceptances.
When you decide on your school submit any required financial deposit.
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Senior Resources
Springbrook ACT/SAT/AP Code = 210969
 Visit www.collegeboard.com to register for the SAT
 Visit www.actsstudent.org to register for the ACT
Scholarship Information
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www.MDgo4it.org
www.scholarshipamerica.org
www.fastweb.com
www.finaid.org
www.scholarships.com
www.meritaid.com
Financial Information
 www.fafsa.ed.gov
 www.mhec.state.md.us/preparing/
Common Application
 www.commonapp.org
Naviance
 https://succeed.naviance.com/signin.php
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Juniors
Class of 2017
College Preparation Check List and Information
Students
To Do:
All Year
o Explore careers
o Go to college fairs and college preparation presentations at Career
Center
Fall & Winter
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Take PSAT/NMSQT
Take AP and Honors classes
Participate in extracurricular activities and sports
Earn SSL hours
Spring
o Register to take SAT or ACT
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Sophomores & Freshman
Class of 2018 and 2019
College Preparation Check List and Information
Students
To Do:
All Year:
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Take challenging classes and fulfill high school graduation requirements
Participate in extracurricular activities
Get involved in sports
Look for opportunities to earn your SSL hours
Meet with counselor to discuss colleges and their requirements
Take PSAT in October
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SECOND FLOOR
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THIRD FLOOR
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