Parent Council 93015 CB West Guidance Department amp Student Support Services Central Bucks High SchoolWest Overview Timeline of events and focus for each grade level Major changes to College Admission Testing SAT ID: 765543
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Parent Council9.30.15CB West Guidance Department & Student Support Services Central Bucks High School-West
OverviewTimeline of events and focus for each grade levelMajor changes to College Admission Testing (SAT)Supports provided to CBW studentsAcademic; College and Career; Mental Health; D & A Resources provided for students and families
For Grades 10, 11, and 12Timelines
Timeline – Grade 10Focus on:Transition to High SchoolGetting InvolvedAdvisory and Career Plan AcademicsCommunity Sophomore eventsPSAT’s in October Homecoming Start something new – s ports, clubs, volunteer, work, etc. Begin resume of activities Program Planning in Jan/Feb Complete Career Plan in Spring
Timeline – Grade 11Focus on:AcademicsContinued involvement in activities; leadershipPost-secondary planning College Admission TestingPSATSATACT APJunior events PSAT (Nat’l Merit) in Oct. College visits (at CBW) in Fall Program Planning for Senior year in Jan/Feb SAT’s/ACT’s from March – June AP’s in May Junior Prom in S pring Visit college campuses in S pring
Timeline – Grade 12Focus on:Academics / ResumeCollege ApplicationsFinalize testing Financial AidGraduation! senior events College applications due in Fall (as early as mid-Oct.) Re-test SAT/ACT’s in Oct. Financial Aid Night – Nov. FAFSA due to colleges Feb – Mar Re-visit college campuses Senior Prom in spring Finalize decisions and financial issues by May 1 st
The New PSAT and SAT
The New PSAT and SATPSAT is in the “new” format.Only offered on Wednesday, October 14th, 2015 (per College Board). Online registration.Open to 10th and 11th grades Only 11th graders may qualify for National Merit recognition.The “Old” SAT will be offered in October, November, December, and January of this year.
Scoring – back to 1600 Scale:800 (Math) 800 (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing)Subscales within each componentNo points off for wrong answer. (No penalty for guessing).“SAT Vocabulary” words are gone. No more “prevaricator” or “sagacious.” Must distinguish various meanings of words in context (like “synthesis”). Features of New SAT
Focuses on “math that matters most” – more Algebra-based, and every-day math applications.One math section will not permit use of calculators.Reading and Writing sections involve analyzing passages from Literature, Science and Social Studies.Essay is optional; given at the end of the SAT. Features of New SAT
Component Time AllottedReading 65 MinutesWriting and Language 35 MinutesMath 80 MinutesEssay (Optional) 50 MinutesTotal: 3 hours 3 hours and 50 minutes with essay Features of New SAT
Things to consider for “New” Test:Taking “new” PSAT gives sneak peak to new SATStudents received a detailed score report in December, allowing about 2 ½ months to practice before the first new SAT in March.Many free, online practice opportunities available for new test.Students will have 3 opportunities to take the new SAT this Spring, as well as next fall.The majority of the Class of 2017 will be taking the new test. Old vs. New SAT – which one?
Things to consider if your student wants to take the “Old” Test:How much SAT preparation have you done so far?Have you had math through Algebra 2/Trig?Do you feel comfortable and confident taking your SAT’s in November, December, and/or January, or would you feel rushed?If you want to take the old test twice, then you don’t have much time between tests to remediate. Old vs. New SAT – which one?
More considerations for students:Do you want to prepare for TWO versions of the SAT, or just one?Do you plan to ALSO take ACT’s? If so, then pick just one version of SAT’s to prepare for.Colleges will most likely “superscore” old test and new test separately. Look at YOUR OWN SCHEDULE and timeline, and decide what works best for you! Old vs. New SAT – which one?
ePrep: Free, online test prep for PSAT, SAT and ACTStudent must see Mrs. Graney in Library to set up account.www.KhanAcademy.orgPartnered with College Board to provide individualized and comprehensive PSAT and SAT review.www.Collegeboard.orgInformation and Sample tests, problems, and resources. Practice Opportunities
Guidance Department Support ServicesAt CB West
Academic SupportsHouse Team StructureCounselor/Admin meet weekly to review academic progress of students Review attendance patternsConnect students with personal supportsTeachers; Private tutors; Peer Tutors Connect students with online resourcesProvide students with individualized study skills and strategies
Peer TutoringPeer tutoring provided through National Honors Society studentsStudents can contact their counselor or Ms. Graney in the Library to connect with a peer tutor
Extra Help Teachers are available after school for extra help (some teachers are also available during lunch or before school)Encourage your child to connect with his or her teacherExtra help may take the form of: Clarifying misconceptionsHelp with assignments / homeworkReview of notes / re-teaching of contentReview of assessments
Extra Help with Organizational Skills A major focus in advisory this year is ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS:10th Grade: Orienting to High School; Learning the Basics 11th: Refining Your Skills12 th: Polishing Your Skills; Looking AheadMrs. Kitty Semisch is available to work with individual students on organizational skills during advisory
College and Career SupportsStudent AssembliesAdvisory LessonsParent/Student Info SessionsIndividual family college planning sessionsFinancial Aid NightFAFSA Completion NightCareer PlanGuidance WebsiteNaviance
Quick peek at NaviancePowerful college and career search toolIndividualize searches, save favorites, make listsLoaded with links, data, and resources
Mental Health SupportsIndividual counselingReferrals to community counselorsReferrals to community programs (Empower U; YMCA)Crisis counseling Groups (Bereavement; Stress Management; Goal Setting)Transition planning (when returning from prolonged absence/illness)Therapy Dog Pilot ProgramMindfulness Based Stress Reduction Group (referral only)
Support for D & A, Other IssuesSTART ProgramReferrals accepted by anyoneTypically for concerns about behavior, grades,attendance, or mental health Team confidentially collects objective data from teachers, nurse, counselors, administrators, and security office After collaboration with parents and student, team can offer:Free assessment through Bucks County CouncilAcademic or school-based interventions Referrals for support with drug/alcohol/ mental health issuesCommunity support groupsProcess is completely voluntary and confidential
Family and Financial SupportsCBW Student Fund – managed by NurseAssistance for food, clothing, and educational necessitiesAssistance for school-related functions (testing, proms, fieldtrips) Contact counselor or nurseSnowman StationClass Councils and SGO – funds for students
Guidance DepartmentOnline ResourcesInfo is just a Click Away!
Guidance Website
Communication BLASTSEmail blasts from counselors through Naviance Email blasts from Administration through IC MessengerWest Times Online Newsletter
Social MediaCB West Principals@CBWestHSCBSD Twitter@CBSDInfoCBSD Facebook Search Central Bucks School District Or www.faceboook.com/cbschools
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