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11th GRADE PARENT NIGHT MEETING � October 23, 2024

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Meeting Norms

Please mute all mics during presentation

Please place your questions in the chat box

Use the Globe at bottom of your screen for SPANISH interpreters

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PRINCIPAL

Dr. Taryn Washington

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11th Grade Administrator

Dr. Felicia Colbert

felicia.colbert@pgcps.org

Room A221

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11th Grade Sponsors�

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Ms. Tara Tineal

tara.tineal@pgcps.org

Mr. Joseph Housey, III

joseph.housey@pgcps.org

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�11TH GRADE KEY CONTACTS

Professional School Counselors

Ms. Consuella Gibson (A-B) – consuella.gibson@pgcps.org�Ms. Chenelle King (C-E) - chenelle.king@pgcps.org�Ms. Roshanda Sandy (F-H) – roshanda.sandy@pgcps.org�Ms. Leah Anderson (I-M) - leah.osuntuyi@pgcps.org�Dr. Yvette Thomasson (O-S) - yvette.thomasson@pgcps.org�Ms. Melody Thompson (T-Z) – melody.Thompson@pgcps.org�� Support Staff�Ms. Erica Daves- Pupil Personnel Worker – erica.daves@pgcps.org�Ms. Monica Williams, MFLC - pg_monica.williams@pgcps.org�� Mentoring Group Contacts�Ms. Marissa Aberdeen- marissa.belton@pgcps.org (Lady Gryphons)

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Ms. Williams

MILITARY & FAMILY LIFE COUNSELING PROGRAM �(MFLC)�

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OUR MISSION

To provide non- medical, solution focused, problem- solving counseling support, coaching, and education to Service Members, their families, teachers and caregivers who work in the various Child and Youth Programs on the installation and in the schools.

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THE MFLC PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Provides short-term, situational, problem-solving counseling to Service Members and their families.
Provides psycho-education to help Service Members and their families understand the impact of deployments, family reunions following deployments and other stresses related to military life.
MFLC counselors can provide individual, couples, and family counseling.
MFLC counselors provide direct intervention to children, families, and teachers and caregivers who support military families.
Services can be provided on or off of military installations.
Services are confidential and private.

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WHAT WE DO

Support and education are offered

through formal and informal meetings

with individuals, couples, families, and

in group presentations.

Topics include:

Assistance for Caregivers
Problems of Children and Youth
Communication
Coping with Separation
Deployment and Reintegration
Grief and Loss
Marriage and Relationships

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Communication

Managing Anger

Behavioral Management

Deployment/ Reintegration Issues

Resolving Conflicts

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WHAT WE DO

Provide support for children, parents and caregivers within CYP, schools or Family Child Care (FCC) settings by:

observing, participating, and engaging in activities with children and youth.
providing direct behavioral interventions to children and families.
assisting parents, teachers, and caregivers to enhance coping skills of military families.
conducting presentations for children, parents, teachers, and caregivers.
recommending referrals when appropriate.

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ABOUT US

MFLC Counselors are:

licensed Masters and Ph.D. level counselors.
successful in completing background checks.
maintain service and family member confidentiality and privacy.
trained in short term counseling.

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The MFLC Program:

is voluntary and available at no cost to service and family members.
must receive parental consent before counseling a child.
stipulates when counselors interact with children that counselors must maintain line of sight with a parent, teacher, or caregiver.

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HOW TO FIND US

The services are coordinated through the Child & Youth Program Director or a designated POC. You’ll find us at the various centers (i.e. CDC, SAS, Youth Center, schools, MFLC Adult Office).

Monica Williams, LCPC, NCC : 301-310-5469

pg_monica.williams@pgcps.org

Stephen Decatur Middle School: Tuesday, Friday, & B-Day Wednesday

Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School: Monday, Thursday, & A-Day Wednesday

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THANK YOU

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Mr. Palmer

Dual Enrollment Information Session

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What is Dual Enrollment?

Maryland “College and Career Readiness and College Completion Act of 2013”
Eligible high school students take college courses while satisfying high school requirements

Specific courses qualify for “dual credit” (list available on PGCC page of www.pgcps.org/dualenrollment)
Students may not take developmental/remedial courses

PGCPS will pay tuition for all students dually enrolled in qualified courses

Fees and textbooks will be paid for students who receive free and reduced meals.

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Who is Eligible?

A 2.5 cumulative high school GPA

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Minimum Accuplacer, SAT, or ACT scores in at least one area

PGCPS high school juniors and seniors may now qualify for dual enrollment at PGCC with either:

OR

A 3.0 cumulative, unweighted high school GPA

(Course restrictions will apply)

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How do I qualify with test scores?

Eligibility requirements for test scores

In order to be considered “college-readiness” in reading, writing, or math, students must achieve ONE of these minimum scores:

“College-level” “Readiness”

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What is the cost?

Tuition: Free!
Instructional Services Fee: Free!
Registration Fee: Free!
Textbooks: Free!

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Why Dual Enrollment?

Save Money

Lower your overall college costs.

Save Time

Earn college credit and satisfy high school requirements.

Be Prepared

Experience college and explore your interests early.

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Expectations & Impact of Dual Enrollment

Expectations:

Students MUST demonstrate readiness to meet academic expectations
Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their PGCC rep for course advisement and selection based on their eligibility BEFORE requesting courses
Students will be taking real college courses, receiving real grades, and meeting real college students, professors, and staff
Students MUST take ownership of and accountability for their learning
Students MUST advocate for themselves
Students MUST adhere to the PGCPS calendar and the college academic calendar

Impact:

Strengthens students’ aspirations as well as confidence in their academic success
Increases the probability of students attaining a college degree
College and high school transcripts are a part of your permanent record, so being successful is key

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Class Formats

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Class Formats

Face-to-face (in-person)

On-campus face-to-face instruction
Meets at scheduled date and time
Deadlines and due dates for assignments, projects, tests, etc. via Canvas

Prince George’s Community College offers these learning modalities:

Structured Remote (Learning in real time)

Meets at scheduled date and time using Zoom
Engagement with instructors and classmates via Zoom
Deadlines and due dates for assignments, projects, tests, etc.

Hybrid (online and in-person)

Combination of online/remote and face-to-face instruction
Complete work at a flexible pace
Deadlines and due dates for assignments, projects, tests, etc. via Canvas

Online (learning on your own time)

*Must have taken 2 classes prior

Access to course content 24/7
Engagement with instructors and classmates using Canvas
Deadlines and due dates for assignments, projects, tests, etc.

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Spring 2025 Updates

Keep in mind:

There are no limits on the number of classes dual enrollment students can take, however, we strongly encourage students to consider ALL commitments (i.e. high school class load, extracurricular activities, employment, vacations, etc.)

Spring 2025 Formats:

Spring classes are offered as 15, 12, and 7 week sessions-This means for the classes offered less than 15 weeks, it will be accelerated and condensed (the volume of the assignments are increased and are due within a shorter period of time)

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Spring 2025 Start Dates

Terms 1: January 21

(15 week)

Term 2: January 21

(1^st 7 week)

Term 3: February 3

(12 week)

Term 4: March 18

(2^nd 7 week)

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Contact Info:

Your PGCC Representative:

Kadeem Palmer

palmerka@pgcc.edu

COAST Advisor- PGCC

Good luck!

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Questions?

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STUDENT ATTENDANCE

and

UNIFORM POLICY

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STUDENT ATTENDANCE

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School success begins with regular school attendance. It is also the law. Absences are only considered EXCUSED for the following reasons:

Used with permission from Attendance Works

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STUDENT ATTENDANCE �(LAWFUL ABSENCES)

Death in the immediate family
Illness of the student
Behavior health needs
Mental Health Day - Students may receive as an excused absence one (1) day of absence in each semester of each school year for a student’s mental health needs.
Pregnancy and parenting related conditions
Court Summons

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STUDENT ATTENDANCE � (LAWFUL ABSENCES)

Hazardous weather conditions that would endanger the health or safety of the student.
Work approved or sponsored by the school, the local school system, or the State Department of Education, accepted by the Chief Executive Officer or the school principal, or their designee, as a reason for excusing the student.
Observance of a religious holiday
State emergency
Suspension

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SCHOOL ATTENDANCE� (LAWFUL ABSENCES)

Lack of authorized transportation (This shall not include students denied authorized transportation for disciplinary reasons).

Health Exclusion, which includes immunizations and other health-related communicable or contagious diseases.

Absence due to Military Families. A lawful absence shall be granted to a student while visiting with a parent or legal guardian who is an active duty member of the uniformed services and has been called to duty for, is on leave from, or immediately returned from deployment to a combat zone. Military orders may be requested.

Other emergency or set of circumstances approved by the Chief Executive Officer or his/her designee, including but not limited to: civic engagement (limited to 3 days);college visits and interviews (limited to 3 days).

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Lack of authorized transportation (This shall not include students denied authorized transportation for disciplinary reasons.)

Health Exclusion, which includes immunizations and other health-related communicable or contagious diseases.

Absence due to Military Families. A lawful absence shall be granted to a student while visiting with a parent or legal guardian who is an active duty member of the uniformed services and has been called to duty for, is on leave from, or immediately returned from deployment to a combat zone. Military orders may be requested.

Other emergency or set of circumstances approved by the Chief Executive Officer or his/her designee, including but not limited to: civic engagement (limited to three days);college visits and interviews (limited to three days).

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SYSTEM-WIDE DRESS CODE

Students attending Prince George’s County Public Schools should wear their uniform daily.

Pajamas, bonnets, ski masks, hoodies and skullies are not appropriate school attire.

For high school students and students attending all Non-Traditional programs - Clear backpacks are mandatory.

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PBIS

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Professional School Counselors

Ms. Consuella Gibson (A-B)�Ms. Chenelle King (C-E)�Ms. Roshanda Sandy (F-H)

Ms. Leah Anderson (G-N)�Dr. Yvette Thomasson (O-Z)�Ms. Melody Thompson (T-Z)

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Promotion Requirements

Grade 11 to 12

Student must have a total of 14 credits including 3 credits of English, 3 credits of mathematics, 1 credit of science, and 1 credit of social studies.

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Class of 2026 �Graduation Requirements

22 Total Credits which must include:
4 English (English 9, 10, 11 & 12)
4 Math (Algebra 1, Geometry, 2 additional math credits
3 Science (Biology and 2 others)
3 Social Studies (US History, LSN Gov’t, & World History)
1 Fine Art
1 Technology of Education (Foundations of Technology)
1 Health 1 and Health 2
½ Personal Fitness
½ Financial Literacy
2 Foreign Languages (the same), or 3-9 credits completer
Service Learning Hours: 24 hours required

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Graduation Service Learning Requirements

Students are required to earn 24 service hours as a part of the graduation requirements.
Service-learning is a teaching method that combines meaningful service to the community with curriculum-based learning.
Students improve their academic skills by applying what they learn in school to the real world; they then reflect on their experience to reinforce the link between their service and their learning.
Participating in an activity and not receiving pay DOES NOT always qualify for service learning hours. The site must be a non-profit agency.
Please click out the link to SSL Opportunities to access forms and additional information.
425 students with 0 Student Learning Hours
122 with 24 hours or more Student Learning Hours

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Service Learning Opportunity

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Service Learning Opportunity

https://dash.pointapp.org/events/113091

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Service Learning Opportunity

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Service Learning Opportunity

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ParentVue

ParentVUE Online Registration Guide - https://tinyurl.com/ye2857jy
ParentVUE Videos (scroll to the bottom of page) - https://tinyurl.com/rcp7hmye
Contact Mr. Fullwood - dennis.fulwood@pgcps.org

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Quarter Report Dates

Quarter 1 - October 31, 2024
Quarter 2 - January 24, 2025
Quarter 3 - April 3, 2025
Quarter 4 - June 18, 2025

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College Fair

Student Registration

https://app.strivescan.com/students?id=14173

Parent Registration https://app.strivescan.com/parents?id=14173

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College Fair

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College Fair

https://tinyurl.com/5n6wdu8z

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Tutoring

The National Honor Society provides tutoring for students in all content areas. Please contact any officer for more information or to schedule a session(s).

Students may sign up using the following link:

https://forms.gle/Yi4ENqtiazjYfDMb8

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Tutoring

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Tutoring

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SAT Prep

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Questions