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Gresham High SchoolCLASS OF 2016

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Graduation RequirementsClass of 2016 Language Arts 4.00

Social Studies 3.00 Math 3.00 Science 3.00 World Language 1.00 Physical Ed 1.00 Health 1.00 Art/Career/Tech* 2.00 Electives 7.00

Total Credits Required: 25

* .50 credit must be earned in Technology

Additional Requirements

Portfolio of work samples Career Related Learning Experiences Essential Skills Tests

Read & Comprehend a variety of textWrite clearly & accuratelyApply mathematics in a variety of settings

International Baccalaureate

Advanced, challenging Two-year program

for juniors/seniors Recognized internationally

See Pat Gray, IB Coordinatorfor more information

Note: The IB Program requires 4 years of a world language.

College Entrance Requirements

Beyond GHS graduationrequirements, Oregon universities require: Mathematics--3 credits (Algebra II level) World Language—2 credits in same language 16 academic credits in core subject areas Minimum “C” average for core courses

BRIDGES To The Future

Class requirement for freshmen

Future/Careers Technology 4 Year

Plan/Academics School Awareness

Four Year PlanName:__________________Student ID#___________

English 1.00 Bridges .50Science 1.00 Physical Education .50Math 1.00

FRESHMAN – 7 credits

English 1.00 Social Studies 1.00Science 1.00 Health .50Math 1.00

SOPHOMORE – 7 credits

College & Career Center

Also in the Center: Barb Cooke, Portfolio Manager

Kendra Maddox

Scholarships College Info Financial Aid

Job and Career Info, Food Handlers, and more!

Extra Help Math Lab Tutoring Center Homework Club SUN Program—enrichment SUN Program—credit retrieval Step Up Community mental health resources Social worker on staff

Extra Curricular Activities

Clubs Sports Drama Music

Forecasting Advice Discuss before choosing classes. Once forecasting is completed,

changes will not be possible. It’s up to you to see your counselor if

there are any mistakes in the schedule.

Forecast Sheet1. Fill in personal info at top of sheet2. Course numbers are already listed 3. Plan maximum of seven credits, plus

alternates4. Signatures are required

Counselors A – B and ELL: Mr. Gonzales

C – Go: Ms. Blaser

Gr – Ma: Mr. Lipner

Mc – Sa: Ms. Fields

Sc- Z : Dr. Siefer

Your counselor looks forward to meeting with you!

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On the counseling webpage:• Contact information for your counselor • Course Planning Guide• PowerPoint• Counselor Blogs/Announcements