AUGUST
2023-2024 Schedules
For schedule requests, please complete the Google Form here
Counselors will follow up regarding each request that is received. Walk-ins are not permitted, and in an effort to streamline, we ask that you only use this form and do not email your requests. Schedule changes will only be made for students who have missing or incorrect courses and must be done prior to the first day of classes.
The policy for adding or dropping courses is included in our district calendar and student handbook. They state the following:
Freshmen and Sophomores must be fully scheduled with seven classes and PE.
Counselors will follow up regarding each request that is received. Walk-ins are not permitted, and in an effort to streamline, we ask that you only use this form and do not email your requests. Schedule changes will only be made for students who have missing or incorrect courses and must be done prior to the first day of classes.
The policy for adding or dropping courses is included in our district calendar and student handbook. They state the following:
- No additions will be permitted after the first 15 days of classes.
- A student may not drop a course before the completion of the first 12 days and a drop form must be completed and approved by parent, counselor, teacher, chairperson, and administrator
Freshmen and Sophomores must be fully scheduled with seven classes and PE.
PSAT INFO
Dear 10th & 11th Grade Students & Families, We hope the summer has been enjoyable and productive thus far. As we begin to consider ideas for the fall, please be aware of the following information. Following other changes being implemented by the College Board, the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) will be offered by digital means starting this fall. (*The SAT moves to digital testing starting in January 2024.) In an effort to ready students for the digital exam, and because taking the PSAT is a great way to prepare for the SAT college and career, Calhoun/Kennedy/Mepham High School will be offering the test on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Test results and their accompanying analysis are valuable tools that help prepare students for the SAT and educational opportunities beyond high school, so it is recommended that all juniors take advantage of this opportunity. Note also that the PSAT is the qualifying test that juniors must take to enter the National Merit Scholarship Corporation competitions for college scholarships that will be awarded during senior year. Sophomores who are enrolled in AP Seminar or English 2H and Algebra 2 or Algebra 2H are prepared for the test and urged to take the PSAT, too.
The registration fee for the PSAT is $26.00 and students are responsible for registering online at: http://aptsusa.com/calhoun beginning Monday, August 21 through Wednesday, September 6. The link is also located on the school website. Students who may be eligible for a fee waiver should contact their school counselor for fee waiver codes prior to registration. More information about the PSAT will be provided during the last week of August. Any questions that exist at that time should be directed to school counselors.
The registration fee for the PSAT is $26.00 and students are responsible for registering online at: http://aptsusa.com/calhoun beginning Monday, August 21 through Wednesday, September 6. The link is also located on the school website. Students who may be eligible for a fee waiver should contact their school counselor for fee waiver codes prior to registration. More information about the PSAT will be provided during the last week of August. Any questions that exist at that time should be directed to school counselors.
SEPTEMBER
Junior year! For many, this is a crucial year in which students challenge themselves with a rigorous course load in preparation for College. As upperclassmen, you are now leaders of the school!
During this month, students should be starting to think about life after Calhoun. Students and parents should also be using Naviance to begin researching Colleges and planning to go on Campus Visits. But before all of that, the first step is registering for the PSAT!
During this month, students should be starting to think about life after Calhoun. Students and parents should also be using Naviance to begin researching Colleges and planning to go on Campus Visits. But before all of that, the first step is registering for the PSAT!
Looking for test prep
Click below
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OCTOBER
The District College Fair & Financial Aid Night at Mepham High School on October 4 was a great night! Please see below to view the Basics of Financial Aid Presentation that was presented by Dr. Jackie Nealon:
While you are waiting to take the PSAT, it's also time to start going to College Fairs and visiting campuses!
ACT VS SAT Info
NOVEMBER
Report Cards & Parent Conferences
The end of the marking quarter is coming soon! November 8th is the last day of the quarter. Make sure you check the portal now and contact your child's teacher if you have any concerns.
While we hope that you have already been communicating with teachers, November 21st brings the opportunity to meet virtually through Zoom with your child's teacher during Parent Conferences. Parents can schedule meetings with their teachers using Teacher Reacher.
Once you sign up for conference slot, your child's teacher will schedule a Zoom meeting with the enabled waiting room feature. Teachers will send their Zoom link and meeting information to you via Teacher Reacher.
Any 9th, 10th, and 11th grader who has yet to have taken a yearbook photo, can on November 3rd in their PE class
Need to get in touch with a teacher? Click below for the Calhoun Staff Directory
DECEMBER
2024-25 Scheduling
Believe it or not, December marks the first step in deciding your courses for Senior year! During the week of December 7 - 11th, a school counselor will be visiting your class to give you an overview of the scheduling process.
In January, you will meet individually with your school counselor . Make sure you bring the completed form below to the meeting.
In January, you will meet individually with your school counselor . Make sure you bring the completed form below to the meeting.
PSAT SCORES
PSAT scores will be available on December 5th. Please log in / create a college board account. For instance, come to Guidance.
The Rho Kappa Honor Society (Social Studies)
The application process is now open for juniors interested in being accepted into the Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society. All requirements, including the application link, can be accessed HERE as well on the Social Studies Department website. Applications will be due on January 20, 2023.
JANUARY
2024-25 Scheduling
This month you will meet with your school counselor individually to go over your courses for next school year!
The counselors will meet with students from January 18th - 21st in your US History class
In January, your child will meet with his/her school counselor to compete course selections.
You will be able to view these selections on the Infinite Campus Portal under the tab "Course Registration" afterwards/ Your child may also receive a print out as well. If you have not completed this task by mid January, please contact your counselor and set up an appointment.
The counselors will meet with students from January 18th - 21st in your US History class
In January, your child will meet with his/her school counselor to compete course selections.
You will be able to view these selections on the Infinite Campus Portal under the tab "Course Registration" afterwards/ Your child may also receive a print out as well. If you have not completed this task by mid January, please contact your counselor and set up an appointment.
SAT Prep Opportunity
I hope you all had a good holiday break.
Method Test Prep will be offering SAT classes to prepare for the March exam. The classes will begin on January 30th, if you
are interested please sign up using the link listed below.
https://www.methodlearning.com/events/2935-bellmore-merrick/?occurrence=2023-01-30
Method Test Prep will be offering SAT classes to prepare for the March exam. The classes will begin on January 30th, if you
are interested please sign up using the link listed below.
https://www.methodlearning.com/events/2935-bellmore-merrick/?occurrence=2023-01-30
January 11th at 7PM: Post-Secondary Planning Night for all Juniors and Parents
Attention all Junior Families! Join us next week for our Junior College Planning Night. We will be having a college admissions panel. You won't want to miss this event!
Click the link below to see the power point form our Junior College Planning Night
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Testing Schedule
Regents Schedule
The Bellmore - Merrick Post-Secondary Planning Guide
Class of 2023
PSAT
By now you should have obtained your child's PSAT score. If not, view the December section above for more information. A hard copy of your child's score is now available in the Counseling office. Stop down and we will give it to you! Make sure to register for the SAT and/or ACT ahead of time!
SEMESTER 2 - MP 3 BEGINS JANUARY 30TH
FEBRUARY
College Board Opportunity Scholarships for Juniors
The College Board has launched a new scholarship program with $5 million of scholarships each year, beginning with the class of 2020. Click HERE for more information.
Junior Conferences
Junior Conferences will be begin on February 1st and go until April. Please contact your child's School Counselor to schedule your meeting. Meetings will be with parents/guardians and virtual learners. For more information, please reach out to us!
P.S. I Love You Day |
Calhoun High School will be celebrating P.S. I Love You Day on February 16th. We are asking everyone to wear purple on this day to bring awareness to mental health. If you would like to order a t-shirt to wear on this day, please complete the following order form and return it to Ms. Peck or Ms. Doran in the Guidance Office by Friday, February 3rd.
MARCH
Save the date! There will be a District College Planning Night on March 7th at 7PM at JFK
COURSE OFFERINGS 2024-25
Please note that Course Requests for the 2022 - 2023 school year are posted on the portal. The link is located on the left of the screen and is titled, "Course Registration." Please verify the accuracy of these selections. It is essential that course requests be considered a COMMITMENT by students and their families since we create our master schedule and order supplies for the school year based upon students' course selections. ONLY CHANGES NECESSITATED BY CURRENT COURSE FAILURES OR SUMMER SCHOOL WILL BE ALLOWED.
Seniors are REQUIRED to take a minimum of 6 periods of instruction plus physical education. Students can take additional electives to fill and enhance their programs.
It is important to note that some of the courses which appear now may not be offered next year. Courses with insufficient enrollments will be cancelled. Students will be asked to make alternate choices should this occur.
If there is an error on this listing or you wish to make a change, have your son or daughter see his/her counselor immediately. (Parents and students are not able to adjust course requests via the portal.) Please note that the ability to make changes at this point will be limited. All changes will be reflected on the Infinite Campus Portal.
Seniors are REQUIRED to take a minimum of 6 periods of instruction plus physical education. Students can take additional electives to fill and enhance their programs.
It is important to note that some of the courses which appear now may not be offered next year. Courses with insufficient enrollments will be cancelled. Students will be asked to make alternate choices should this occur.
If there is an error on this listing or you wish to make a change, have your son or daughter see his/her counselor immediately. (Parents and students are not able to adjust course requests via the portal.) Please note that the ability to make changes at this point will be limited. All changes will be reflected on the Infinite Campus Portal.
Summer Opportunity
The Mercy College Business Honors Program conducts a week-long Summer Program for Rising Seniors in July.
Students who come to the SLA live on campus and explore potential careers in business. More information about the program is enclosed - and also here: Summer Leadership Academy | Mercy College
Juniors can apply with this link: SLA Application 2023
Please email Sofia at [email protected] if you have any questions.
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Students who come to the SLA live on campus and explore potential careers in business. More information about the program is enclosed - and also here: Summer Leadership Academy | Mercy College
Juniors can apply with this link: SLA Application 2023
Please email Sofia at [email protected] if you have any questions.
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
APRIL
MARKING PERIOD 4 BEGINS APRIL 2nd
As you enter the final quarter of the year, make sure you are fully aware of what your in-progress final course grade is. Speak with your teacher if you are unsure. The last quarter is the shortest-only about 7 weeks (last two weeks are final/Regents exams).
POST-SECONDARY PLANNING SPRING CHECKLIST
It's time for Post-Secondary planning! Not sure where to start? Contact your counselor! Follow the checklist below for tasks you should complete before the end of your Junior year:
____ Meet with your School Counselor to begin the planning process
____ Become familiar with Naviance and other college search tools
____ Organize high school activities in the form of a resume/activity sheet
____ Register to take SAT/ACT in the spring www.collegeboard.com and/or www.act.org
____ Inquire as to whether your college(s) of interest require SAT II Subject Tests
____ Speak directly to teachers at the end of May/early June re: letters of recommendation
____ Explore eligibility requirements if interested in Div. I/II collegiate athletics eligibilitycenter.org
____ Discuss with parents: visiting college campuses of interest, campus size preferences, academic programs, distance from home, cost, etc.
____ Continue to keep your grades up and study!!
____ Submit student brag sheet/parent brag sheet/activity resume to your counselor before June 30
____ Meet with your School Counselor to begin the planning process
____ Become familiar with Naviance and other college search tools
____ Organize high school activities in the form of a resume/activity sheet
____ Register to take SAT/ACT in the spring www.collegeboard.com and/or www.act.org
____ Inquire as to whether your college(s) of interest require SAT II Subject Tests
____ Speak directly to teachers at the end of May/early June re: letters of recommendation
____ Explore eligibility requirements if interested in Div. I/II collegiate athletics eligibilitycenter.org
____ Discuss with parents: visiting college campuses of interest, campus size preferences, academic programs, distance from home, cost, etc.
____ Continue to keep your grades up and study!!
____ Submit student brag sheet/parent brag sheet/activity resume to your counselor before June 30
Spring 2023 College Expo
Representatives from more than 300 four- and two year colleges, nursing schools, business schools, and trade schools will participate in the 50th annual Spring College Expo which will be held on Thursday, April 28th from 5:30-8:30 pm at the Pratt Recreation Center at LIU Post. The Spring College Expo, sponsored by the Nassau Counselors’ Association is a timesaving opportunity for students and parents to gather a lot of information in one day. College admissions representatives will be on hand to answer key questions ranging from acceptance policies to student–faculty ratio. The event and parking are free. Officers and enlisted personnel from the various branches of the military services will also be on hand to discuss the military’s enlistment and education programs such as R.O.T.C., the military academies and the GI Bill. Students are encouraged to preregister in order to obtain their scannable codes
Click here for a list of the colleges that will be attending
2023 AP Daily Practice Sessions
The College Board has created AP Daily: Practice Sessions which is a new video series that provides students with opportunities to practice applying course content and skills to actual multiple-choice and free-response questions. This video series consists of two sets of four videos each. Every video will be approximately 15 minutes long and focus on multiple-choice questions or specific types of free-response questions
Click here for the schedule
Click here for the schedule
MAY
AP Testing Schedule
Please see the letter below regarding the AP schedule
Junior Post-Secondary Planning Conference
Have you had your Junior conference yet? If not, contact your school counselor and schedule an appointment before the end of the school year! Also, now is the time you should be asking teachers for letters of recommendation. Don't wait until next year! Provide each teacher you ask with the form below:
Request for Teacher Letter of Recommendation
Request for Teacher Letter of Recommendation
Information regarding the US History Regent exam
Safe Harmless Information
JUNE
June 7th, Marking Period 4 ends
Regents Schedule
POST SECONDARY PLANNING - SUMMER BEFORE YOUR SENIOR YEAR!
By now you should have had or have planned this month to have your Junior College Conference. There are few things you need to do this summer before the college application season this fall kicks off! Check these items and complete before September!
____ Visit colleges that interest you - call ahead for tours and appointments
____ Finalize your list of colleges - include “Target,” “Reach,” and “Safety” schools
____ Keep a college calendar of all admission deadlines of your schools of interest (especially if you plan to apply Early Action or Early Decision)
____ Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center at www.eligibilitycenter.org if you plan on competing in Division I or II sports.
____ Register for the Fall SAT/ACT exam
____ Visit colleges that interest you - call ahead for tours and appointments
____ Finalize your list of colleges - include “Target,” “Reach,” and “Safety” schools
____ Keep a college calendar of all admission deadlines of your schools of interest (especially if you plan to apply Early Action or Early Decision)
____ Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center at www.eligibilitycenter.org if you plan on competing in Division I or II sports.
____ Register for the Fall SAT/ACT exam