Springbrook High School

An IB World School

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Class of 2024

Parent Meeting

May 31, 2023

Agenda

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Introduction--Mr. Gyimah

Principal Welcome--Ms. Valentine

• Counseling Information--Ms. Graham
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• College Career and Internship Information- Ms. Patterson
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• Class of 2024 Recap--Ms. Fekir Seifer
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• Dual Enrollment--Ms. Sherytta Campbell
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• Senior Class Activities & Events--Ms. Sade Campbell
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• Cap & Gown Information--Mr. Murphy
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• Questions

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Counseling Services

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Counseling Caseloads

Ms. Briggs

(Kay-Mun)

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Ms. Tanenbaum

(A- Carn)

Mr. Barrow

(Carr-Full)

Ms. Graham

(Gal-Kas)

Ms. Salzman

(Ty-Zun)

Ms. Greger

(Mur-Rio)

Ms. Torres

(Acting Resource Counselor)

Ms. Molina

(ESOL 1&2, METS)

Ms. Campbell

( Rip-Tur )

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• English: 4 credits
• Math: 4 credits, one in each year of HS (must include Algebra & Geometry)
• Science: 3 credits (must have Bio & Chem)
• Social Studies: 3 credits (must have U.S. History (9^th), NSL (10^th), & MWH(11^th)
• PE: 1 credits
• Health: .5 credit (in 10^th grade)
• Tech. Ed.: 1 credit
• Fine Arts: 1 credit
• Electives: 2.5 credits
• SSL – 75 hours

Program Completer:

2 credits of world language

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3-4 credits in a particular program of study

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OR

Career Completer

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Maryland High School State Assessments in

Algebra, NSL, English 10 and MISA

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Summer Meetings

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• Grades/Credit Checks
• Credit recovery
• Senior year schedule
• Brag sheet
• Letter of recommendation
• Naviance/Common Application
• SSL hours
• State required testing
• Post Secondary Plans
• College/Career - Summer workshops

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Scheduled with Student’s Assigned Counselor

College/Career Readiness

Ms. Tammy Patterson,

College/Career Information Coordinator

Email: Tammy_R_Patterson@mcpsmd.net

Schedule a Summer Meeting

In-Person or Virtual

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What About Naviance!!!

What is Naviance?

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Naviance is a FREE comprehensive, online program that assists students and parents with:

• College and Career Planning
• College application Process
• Scholarship Searches

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Naviance is the platform that SBHS uses to send:

• Official Transcripts
• Teacher Recommendations
• Counselor Recommendations

…regardless of what application you use

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College Applications

Common Application

https://apply.commonapp.org/login

Coalition Application

https://www.coalitionforcollegeaccess.org/

HBCU Common Application

https://commonblackcollegeapp.com/how-to-apply/

General Application

https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/

2023-2024 Common Application Essay Prompts

What are the 2023-24 Common App essay prompts?

Below is the full set of Common App essay prompts for 2023-24.

• Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.
• The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?
• Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?
• Reflect on something that someone has done for you that has made you happy or thankful in a surprising way. How has this gratitude affected or motivated you?
• Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.
• Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more?
• Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you've already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design.

We will also retain the optional COVID-19 question within the Additional Information section.

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Juniors To-Do-List (June 1, 2023)

Brag Sheet

College List

Resume

Common Application

College Essay

College Application Deadlines

Register for Summer Workshops

Free Virtual Summer College Readiness Sessions

Preparing for the all new Digital SAT,

Wednesday, June 28, 2023 10:30am

Why a Woman’s College/What it’s like to be a non-traditional student at a Woman’s College

Tuesday, July 11, 2023 11:00am

Why an HBCU

Wednesday, July 6, 2023 12:00pm

All things Financial Aid

Tuesday, July 12, 2023 11:00am

Naviance Integration/Common Application

Monday, July 25, 2023 12:00pm

How to navigate the U. of California Applications

Tuesday, August 2, 2023 11:00am

Additional Sessions will be Available in students Naviance Accounts

Zoom Invites will be Sent to Student Naviance Accounts Prior to Each Scheduled Session

Financial Aid To-Do-List

Parent Financial Aid Night

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

6:30pm - 8:00pm

Step One:

Create FSA ID

Step Two:

Complete 2024-2025 FAFSA/MSFAA Application

Step Three:

Create MdCaps Account

2024-2025 FAFSA Application

Free Application for Federal Student Aid

Apply October 1, 2023

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ACT Dates

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SAT vs ACT

SAT is going DIGITAL!!

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Test Optional for the Class of 2024

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University of Maryland College Park is Test Optional for the Class 2024

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SAT vs ACT! Click Here! How to Decide which Test to Take?

SAT vs ACT Video Click Here! How to Apply to the SAT Test! Click Here!

SAT Practice Websites

• SAT Registration & Information: www.collegeboard.org
• Khan Academy (FREE SAT Test Prep): www.khanacademy.org/test-prep/sat
• The Princeton Review - Free opportunities and events

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SAT Dates

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Test Optional Colleges

Test-Optional Colleges

During the pandemic, colleges have introduced more flexibility and choice into the admissions process. Many have decided to adopt a “test-optional” policy regarding college entrance exams, either temporarily or permanently. If a college or university has a test-optional admissions policy, that means they allow all or some applicants to decide whether to submit SAT or ACT® scores as part of their application. (From CollegeBoard)

Please note:

• Understanding test-optional policies can help you make informed decisions about whether to take the SAT, the ACT, or both.
• Some schools only exempt students who meet minimum grade or class rank criteria; others use test scores solely for placement purposes.
• Be sure to read each college’s policy carefully so you understand what you need to do to qualify for admission, scholarships, financial aid, etc.

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Apprenticeship Program & Opportunities

MCPS Youth Apprenticeship Program - Apprenticeship Maryland - Apprenticeship Maryland is a youth apprenticeship program for students, ages 16 and up, that is designed to lead to sustainable employment and further education based on a student’s selected career. This program was developed in partnership with the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and the Maryland Department of Labor (MDoL).

Apprenticeship Opportunities - search opportunities on the MCPS Apprenticeships Page

MCPS IEC Chesapeake 'Electrical-School-to-Apprenticeship Program - MCPS and IEC Chesapeake are partnering to offer Junior students the opportunity to start a Registered Apprenticeship training program in Construction Electricity during their Senior Year. (Flyer - English) (Spanish / Español)

• Students accepted into the program will begin their 450 hours of on-the-job paid employment with an electrical contractor in July and Year-1 of the Electrical Journeyman coursework at IEC Chesapeake in September.
• During the school year, apprentices will work for an electrical contractor and complete journeyman training in the morning. Then return back to their home high school in the afternoon to complete their courses to graduate.
• Once registered apprentices graduate, they transition to Years 2-4 of their Journeyman Training and full-time employment.

Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Program (MATP) - Find apprenticeships and apprenticeship programs.

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Military Virtual Information Session

Military Recruitment Information Session*

*Seniors are welcome to participate in this session.

US Marines, Sgt. Jacqueline Clifford

240-506-7217 Jacqueline.Clifford@Marines.USMC.mil

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US Maryland Army National Guard Recruiter, please find the contact below

Staff Sergeant Borkman

Maryland Army National Guard Recruiter 240.805.0153

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Jennifer Roush, SSgt, USAF

USAF & USSF Enlisted Accessions Recruiter

317 East Diamond Ave

Gaithersburg, MD, 20877

(240)304-4486

Jennifer.Roush@us.af.mil

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Class of 2024 College Information Panel

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Howard University

Louisville University

Purdue University

Towson University

University of Maryland of College Park

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Sherryta.j.Campbell@mcpsmd.net

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Class of 2024 Activities

Sponsor: Sade Campbell

folasade.campbell@mcpsmd.net

Senior Formal Photos for the Yearbook (1)

WHAT: Seniors must take a formal portrait to be featured in the Senior section of the 2024 Yearbook.

WHEN: The first photo session for senior portraits is scheduled for �Mon-Weds, July 24th, 25th, and 26th from 9am to 3pm.

WHY: It is VERY IMPORTANT that students sign up for these sessions during the summer and DO NOT wait until the fall!! �If too many seniors wait to get their portraits taken, �the yearbook is not likely to be ready before graduation.

If you want your yearbook to be in on time, please take �your picture AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! DO NOT WAIT!

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Senior Formal Photos for the Yearbook (2)

Visit the photographer’s website to create an account and sign up for an appointment date and time slot.

WEBSITE: https://pickatime.com/vosphoto/Springbrook24

INSTRUCTIONS:

• When signing up, the website will ask students to provide a parent/guardian email. This is the email address where they will send confirmation and reminder notices before your appointment.
• Students may choose to use their own personal email account for this purpose; DO NOT use your MCPS email address since you will not be able to receive any emails from the company to your MCPS account.
• Students must schedule appointments IN ADVANCE! The website will close for scheduling 24 hours before the first appointment.
• Questions? Please email seniors@vosphoto.com

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Senior Formal Photos for the Yearbook (3)

Every year there are students who miss the deadline to be featured in the yearbook.

There is nothing the yearbook staff can do if you do not get your portrait taken on time!� It is NOT personal!

GET IT OVER WITH IN JULY SO YOU DON’T HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT IT!!!

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Activities

How to support-

Become a volunteer

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2024 Homecoming - Oct

Joe Corbi’s Fundraiser - chances to win free prom ticket, senior apparel, prizes etc

Senior Merch - Students will be able to submit designs

2024 Senior Cafe - open to all students

Senior Sunrise/Sunset

Prom

End of the year activity

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Class Merchandise - Hoodie

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Price

$30

Class Merchandise - T-shirt

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Price

$15

Questions?

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Class of 2024!

One More

Year!