FRESHMEN
College-Bound Checklist
Make sure you are on track with the items you need to accomplish this school year!
Fall Semester:
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Map out the classes you'll need to take or the next four years in preparation for college admissions. Take the most challenging course of study possible
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Join clubs and activities that interest you
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Start building positive relationships with teachers, counselors, and activity supervisors, so that you can obtain recommendations for college later
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select a volunteer organization in which you'd like to be involved
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Become familiar with the Standardized Tests you will need to take (i.e. ACT/SAT, end-of-course exams)
Spring Semester:
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Begin to discuss college costs with parents/guardians
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Apply for summer jobs and volunteer opportunities
Career-Bound Checklist
Be sure to visit Mr. Larsen's page:
Credit Checks
Make sure you are on track to graduate in 4 years!
This year you should be enrolled in:
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1 English credit (ex. English I)
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1 Math credit (ex. Geometry or Algebra I)
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1 Science credit (ex. Physical Science)
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1 Social Studies credit (ex. World History)
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.5 Health credit
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.25 PE credit
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2 Electives
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If you don't take Health this year, you will need to take it another year!
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It is recommended to incoming Freshmen to take a year-long study hall.
***A reminder that by graduation you will need a total of 21 credits with at least 4 English credits, 4 Math credits, 3 Science credits, 3 Social Studies Credits, 1 Fine Arts credit, 5 Elective credits, .5 Health credits, and .5 PE credits.
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You can opt out of taking PE and instead complete in 2 seasons of a Genoa HS Sport, Cheerleading, or Marching Band. Click the link below for more information.
Freshmen Orientation Presentation
Please click on the icon to view the Freshmen Orientation Presentation. It includes important information on GHS and our student expectations.