This document outlines the counseling services and curriculum for grades 9 and 10 at IS Manila. It discusses the counseling philosophy of empowerment and advocacy. Academic counseling focuses on course selection, 4-year plans, graduation requirements, and college/career planning. Social and emotional counseling addresses issues like independence, relationships, and stress management. Grade 9 goals include doing well academically, getting involved, and developing organization skills. The document provides an overview of the IB program and course pathways. Students are reminded that counselors are available for any issues or concerns.
6. OUR COUNSELING PHILOSOPHY
Focus on Empowerment and Advocacy
○ Finding balance
○ Encourage self-discovery
○ Promote autonomy
○ Creating healthy relationships
○ Guide, counsel, refer, suggest and inform
○ Explore post high school options
7. HS Transition
• Academic Pressures
• College & Career planning
• Friendships
• Freedom and Independence
• Dating & Relationships
• Family Time
• Self Advocacy
• Rebellion and risky behavior
• Organization and time management
10. Grade 9 Goals
Do well in academic courses
● Advocating for themselves with their teachers
● Actively participating in class
● How to talk to teachers and other adults
● Work on organization and time management
● Take courses you are interested in
● Develop strong study habits and routines
● Maintain a healthy sleep cycle
11. Grade 9 Goals
Get involved: Activities, Clubs, and Service
● Support positive interactions
● Making new friends/building a community
● Opportunities for leadership roles
● Try something new
● Deepen skills or interests
http://cas.ism-online.org/
12. Grade 9 Goals
Parents:
● Support Independence
● Check in with your child
● Make time for dinner and/or
other family activities
● Help child manage their stress
● Focus on growth & effort
● Monitor tech usage and sleep
23. Absences & Tardies
0-8 absences or tardies = Okay
9 absences or tardies = Potential Loss of Credit
After 5 absences or tardies, an email will be sent
home as a warning for potential loss of credit.
25. IB Subject Flow (Math)
Math placement is determined by exam/test scores,
classroom performance, and teacher
recommendations
Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches
(HL or SL)
Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation
(HL or SL)
28. AP Courses
AP Human Geography (9-12)
AP US History (10-12)
*If you are doing the IB Diploma, it is
not necessary to complete an AP
course at any point in your high
school career.
29. IB Basics
6 courses - College Prep
● Studies in Language & Literature, Language Acquisition,
Individuals & Societies, Experimental Sciences, Mathematics,
The Arts
2 years (grades 11-12)
3 Higher Level Subjects (HL)
3 Standard Level Subjects (SL)
IB Core: Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge (TOK), and
Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
Tuesday,
September 4th
5-6 p.m.
IB Info Night
37. HS Course Offerings 2018-2019
ISM High School Blog
Course Offerings
http://hscounseling.ism-online.org/hs-course-
offerings/
38.
39. What do US Colleges look for?
-2011 Community Service and College Admissions Survey
40. Demonstrated Interest
● College Visits - usually during lunch
● Counseling Center
● Listed on:
○ Hallway television screens
○ HS Counseling Blog
● What do I say and do?
41. Testing Overview
Questions to consider when determining individualized
testing plan:
○ Do my college/university target schools require me to
take a standardized test?
○ What level math am I currently taking?
○ What is my English language ability?
○ How do I typically perform on standardized tests?
○ How much time and energy do I want to put into test
prep?
42.
43. You are NEVER alone
• Counselor
• Trusted Friends
• Student Ambassadors
• Teachers/Coaches/Administrators
• Other trusted adults & family members
• If there is EVER a situation you are uncomfortable with,
unsure of, confused or upset about...speak with
someone. We can work it out TOGETHER