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.

2. Agenda
Counseling Philosophy
Social & Emotional Counseling
Academic Counseling
University & Career Counseling
Questions & Conversations

3. Grades 9 & 10 Counselors
Crystal Cappuccio
● A-Ma
● Office 1060
● cappuccioc@ismanila.org
Scott Lassey
● Me-Z
● Office 1059
● lasseys@ismanila.org

4. Grade Level Coordinator

5. OUR COUNSELING CURRICULUM
Social and Emotional
Academic
College & Career

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

8. The Most Important Years

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

14. Creating a Jungle Tiger

15. • Bedtime/Curfew
• Getting up in the AM
• Friends/Sig. Others
• Talking w/ Teachers
• Food options & prep
• Allowance
• Course Selection
• College List
• Screen Time
• Partying
• Weekend schedule
• Tutoring/test prep
• Clothing
• Co-curricular activities

16. Suggestions for Individual Organization
• Designated study area (not bedroom)
• Calendar system (planner)
• Google calendar
• Printed calendar
• Organized Binder - chronological, sections
• Checking emails and responding
• Monitor Google classroom and Google+ sites
• Apps: Self-control, App Detox, My Homework,
Finish, Stay Focused (Chrome ext.)

17. Pomodoro Technique
GOALS:
• Enhance Focus
• Strengthen
Determination
• Increase awareness of
decisions
• Strengthen the
determination to apply
self to the task
Strict Workflow - Chrome ext.

18. Time Management & Organization

19. Academic Counseling
• Course selection
• 4 Year Plans
• Graduation Requirements
• Course Flow - pathways to G11 & G12 courses
• Diploma Options
• College/Career Planning

21. 4 year plan:
Planning with the end in mind
• ISM High School Diploma
• IB Diploma or Partial Diploma
• Life beyond High School

22. ISM DIPLOMA Graduation Requirements
1 credit = 1 year

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.

24. Course Flow from 9-10

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)

26. IB Subject Flow (Science)
HL

27. IB Subject Flow (Modern Languages)
IB Self Taught
Literature S1, S2

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

30. Analysis and Approaches HL/SL
Applications and Interpretation HL/SL

31. Must
choose
at least 1
Analysis and Approaches HL/SL
Applications and Interpretation HL/SL

32. Must
choose
at least
1, unless
doing 2
from
Group 1
Analysis and Approaches HL/SL
Applications and Interpretation HL/SL

33. Must
choose
at least
1, unless
doing
E.S.S.
Analysis and Approaches HL/SL
Applications and Interpretation HL/SL

34. Must
choose
at least
1, unless
doing
E.S.S.
Analysis and Approaches HL/SL
Applications and Interpretation HL/SL

35. Must
choose 1
Analysis and Approaches HL/SL
Applications and Interpretation HL/SL

36. Must
choose at
least 1,
unless
doing 2
from
Group 1,
2, 3, or 4
Analysis and Approaches HL/SL
Applications and Interpretation HL/SL

37. HS Course Offerings 2018-2019
ISM High School Blog
Course Offerings
http://hscounseling.ism-online.org/hs-course-
offerings/

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?

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

44. HS Counseling Blog
http://hscounseling.ism-online.org/
Crystal Cappuccio - cappuccioc@ismanila.org
Scott Lassey - lasseys@ismanila.org