Freshmen Introduction

• School Counseling Curriculum
• 9th Grade

BRAVE Freshmen Ready!

What is a course credit?

1. I earn a credit in a class at the end of each course .
2. I earn a credit as long as I earn at least a D in the 4th 9 weeks.
3. A credit is earned once I passed the LEAP test.
4. A credit is earned in a class when I have earned at least 4 quality points (some classes require 5.)

What are the two graduation pathways?

1. TRADE & College Ready
2. TOPS University & Jump Start
3. Jump Start & TCT Diploma
4. TCT Diploma & Traditionally

How many credits are required for TOPS UNIVERSITY?

1. 21
2. 22
3. 23
4. 24

How many credits are required for Jump Start?

1. 21
2. 22
3. 23
4. 24

When do I officially declare my pathway?

1. At the end of my 8th grade year
2. At the end of my 9th grade year
3. At the end of my 10th grade year
4. At the end of my 11th grade year

Can I go to college if I choose the Jump start pathway?

1. No, I can only attend a community college
2. Yes, I can attend any university of my choosing regardless of my pathway
3. Yes, I can attend a community college first and then transfer to a university if I meet the entry requirements
4. No, I cannot qualify for any school after high school if I choose the Jumpstart pathway

Choose your own learning goal...
What do you want to know more about?

What do I need to do to graduate on time and be prepared for life after high school?

What are graduation pathways and how do I choose?

I want to teach other students about becoming a better high school student or better prepared for life after high school.

What do I need to know about scheduling?

• Scheduling starts in the first few weeks after Christmas break.
• You will officially declare your pathway at the end of your 10th grade year.
• You CAN go to college if you meet the entry requirements even if you choose the jumpstart pathway!! More to come on this topic in coming lessons

What do I need to do to make sure I am the best student I can be?

What do I need to do to select the right pathway for me?

Choose your own learning goal...
What do you want to know more about?

What do I need to do to graduate on time and be prepared for life after high school?

What are graduation pathways and how do I choose?

I want to teach other students about becoming a better high school student or better prepared for life after high school.

Think about your learning goal...

Create a jamboard, google slide presentation, quiz or any other virtual presentation or graphic to show what you have learned

Helpful websites...

1. mynextmove.org

2. https://www.louisianabelieves.com/courses/all-things-jump-start

3. https://tct-tpsd-la.schoolloop.com/

4. https://www.publicschoolreview.com/blog/5-tips-for-getting-ahead-in-high-school 

5. https://www.sparkadmissions.com/blog/how-to-get-good-grades-in-high-school/