parent/guardian information meeting september 11, 2014
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Parent/Guardian Information Meeting
September 11, 2014
IntroductionsO Robin Wheeler, ASAO Leo McDonald, JostensO Megan Stultz, Senior class sponsorO Laura Schley, Yearbook sponsorO Kristy Poker, Resource counselorO Marcus Jurado, Counselor (Seniors R-Z)O Liz Henry, MC Concurrent Enrollment
CoordinatorO Susie O’Brien, Accuplacer test coordinator
Graduation
OFriday, May 29th 2014 O9:30 a.m.ODHS stadium field.
Graduation Rehearsal
May 28, 2014
Every graduate is REQUIRED to attend
graduation rehearsal.
Caps and Gown Information
OOrders must be in by January 17th, 2014.
OJostens Reps: OLeo McDonald:
[email protected] Scarry:
Class Sponsor: Mrs. StultzO [email protected] O 301-253-7060
O President: Douglas YeagarO Vice President: Melissa MelvinO Treasurer: Brandon ZammitO Secretary: Jenny ThornleyO PR: Mathew Torrence
Class Officers
Senior Event Information
Senior Portraits for the YearbookO Each senior needs to be photographed by Victor O’Neill
Studios for inclusion in the yearbook
O Their last make up sessions will be September 29th and 30th between 3:00pm-8:00pm.
O You need to select the image that you would like to be included in the yearbook and make any requests for retouching BY December 1st in order to be included in the yearbook.
Need an appointment? The BEST way to schedule is via EMAIL to:
[email protected] call (703) 532-0013 ext. 500
Senior Panoramic Picture
O October 14thO If you have not already turned in
your order forms, you can call or mail in your orders to Victor O’Neil Studios.
O vosphoto.comO $16 for non-laminated
Convertibles Wanted!O We need enough parent drivers and
convertibles to transport 16 senior homecoming court members.
O Please contact Mrs. Stultz.
Homecoming Week: October 20th – October 24th
Day Overall Theme
Senior Theme Events
Monday Color Day Red Senior Shirts
Tuesday Celebrations 4th of July Powder Puff Game
Wednesday
Spirit Day DHS green, white, gold
Thursday
Music Genres Hip Hop Set up Hallway: After school until 10pm
Friday Ecosystems Rainforest/ Jungle Homecoming Parade and Game
Saturday Homecoming Dance
Senior BanquetO Bowlmor Lanes!
O 15720 Shady Grove Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
O 6:00pm-8:30pmO Wednesday, April 22, 2015
O Tickets O $35.00
O Includes:O Pizza, Caesar Salad, garlic rolls, sodaO bowling and shoe rentalO Billards & game room
AP and Senior ExamsOAP Exams: 5/4/15 - 5/15/15
O http://professionals.collegeboard.com/testing/ap/about/dates
OSenior Exams: 5/18/15-5/22/15
Dates to Note
OSenior Parent Meeting: 5/5/15 @ 6pm
OSenior Awards Night: 5/5/15 @ 7pm
Volunteers Wanted!OSenior Breakfast: May 15,
2015
OClass Picnic: May 28, 2015
OPost Prom: Post Prom is open to all seniors even if they do not go to Prom!
Senior Ads for the Yearbook***The early-bird catches the deal!!!***
O Cheapest price range runs NOW - Sept 26th O Mid price range runs Sept 27th - Oct 30th O Regular price range runs Oct 31st - Nov 26th
**You must submit all photographs and text at the time you place your order**
We offer this incentive to guarantee that our yearbook staff has enough time to create a
high quality product!!
Senior Ads for the YearbookAds will be created by Yearbook Students O Affords yearbook students ownership of the
productO Assists in unifying the look and feel of the
book O Levels the playing field - One ad will not be
emphasized over another due to it’s design elements or focal points.
O Saves you money!!
We will not include ads created beyond our staff.
SENIOR ADs
YearbooksO On sale tonight! – Yearbook and Senior Ad
order forms are available outside of room 148
O $70.00 tonight – October 10th
O $80.00 October 11th – December 19th O $100.00 December 20th – March 31st
OR order online at:www.yearbookforever.com
Counseling OfficeResource Counselor: Kristy [email protected]
O I). College planning videoO II). Catalyst PartnershipO III). Senior Individual Meetings
College Planning VideoO September 10th – 6th period
students watched a video highlighting the college application process
O Students received folders with useful resources and documents
O video is on the main page of the DHS website
O See counselor with questions
Senior Individual MeetingsO Counselors are meeting with
seniors individually to review their post high school plans
O Counselors are also reviewing previous test scores to ensure students are taking the “test of best fit”
O Counselors want to make sure that all students have a post high school plan in place
How can my student receive help with the SAT/ACT?
O SAT II Subject Tests:O Many four year colleges require SAT II Subject TestsO Last testing dates for these tests are in October
O Catalyst:O A private company that provides SAT/ACT supportO Weekend boot camps for SAT and ACT preparation
O SAT - September 27-28 O ACT - October 18-19
O November 5: Mock SAT and ACTO SAT and ACT review booklets available in career
center (also online)
Montgomery College Concurrent Enrollment Opportunities
Program Coordinator: Liz HenryO [email protected]
O IntroductionO Program OverviewO AdvantagesO Follow-up Information
Montgomery CollegeO As of July 1, 2013 - students eligible to
receive reduction in tuition costs at MCO Student must still qualify for MC classes
based on their GPA and test scores (SAT, ACT, Accuplacer)
O If interested, please speak with your student’s counselor
Accuplacer Test Coordinator: Susie O’BrienO Susan_S_O’[email protected]
The DHS Statistics!O 56% of MCPS graduates attend a
class at MC within two years of graduation.
O Over 50% of the last 9 graduating classes at D.H.S. have taken a class at the M.C. Germantown campus within two years of graduation.
Taking the AccuplacerO The Accuplacer is a test widely used
throughout the country and in all public Maryland colleges to appropriately place students in college courses.
O The Accuplacer is produced by College Board, the makers of the SAT, PSAT and AP exams.
Why a College Test Now?
OBy taking the Accuplacer on October 15th, DHS seniors will have over 6 months to work towards improving their placement scores before taking the final Accuplacer in April/May.
OMany students do not realize that not all MC offered courses will translate to college credit.
How Does My Child’s Reading Affect Their College Placement?
Most classes at Montgomery College are:
O college level classes that will transfer to a 4 year institution,
OR O developmental classes that do not earn
transferable credit - these concentrate on building college level skills.
If your child’s reading is not at college level, here are some of the courses that he or she CANNOT take……..
• General Psychology
• Introduction to Sociology
• English Composition
• General Biology
• College Mathematics
• Art History
• Introduction to Business
Almost ALL college level courses
If your child’s reading is not at college level, here are some of the courses that he or she CAN take……..
• Art Drawing
• Art Design
• Computer Graphics
• Physical Education
• Introduction to Dance
(Courses that do not rely excessively on reading skills.)
What about Math?• To do well on the Accuplacer and later in
college classes, students need to keep their Algebra 1 and Algebra 2 skills sharp.
• No calculators can be used on the Accuplacer until they reach the College Level Math portion.
You Should Know!O Large numbers of MCPS graduates
spend the first semester, first year, and possibly longer, taking expensive remediation courses.
OOne remediation or developmental course at Montgomery College can cost up to $765.00!
No College Credit
ORemediation or Developmental classes do not count as college credit, and do not transfer to four year institutions.
Damascus Pride!OWe want something better for our DHS
seniors.
OWe want our graduates well-prepared and excited about their college experience.
OWe want our graduates to be successful and comfortable with college level work.
October AccuplacerO Seniors need to sign up for the 10/15
Accuplacer with Mrs. O’Brien by 10/1
O Students need to bring:O Both parents full namesO Home address including Zip CodeO Birth dateO Social Security Number
What Final Accuplacer Test?
OMontgomery College has graciously agreed to give one more complete Accuplacer, free of charge, to our DHS seniors.
OBy giving the Accuplacer in April/May, students will know their results in time to register for the appropriate classes for the fall.
We have plans to help your child succeed!
OOct. 15th Accuplacer will give us initial college placement.
OOne support class section will be available 2nd semester.
OStudents should see their counselor if interested in individual test support.
ORe-testing will be done in late April and early May 2015.
Working Together for Success!
Parents, We need your help at home, to make
sure students are taking the test seriously and preparing ahead of time – please help them remember to register with Mrs. O’Brien.
If we work together, we can help make your children’s dreams come true.
Thank you!
Thank you for taking an active interest in your
son’s or daughter’s future!