Junior Newsletter
Class of 2019
Your School Counselors
Mrs. Borel [Last Names A-D]
Ms. Bryan [Last Names E-K]
Mrs. Barber [Last Names L-R]
Mrs. Clawson [Last Names S-Z]
Mrs. Breiner [College/Career]
Follow us on Twitter @blazecounseling
Graduation Requirements
English = 4 credits
Math = 4 credits
Science = 3 credits
Social Studies = 2 credits
Fine Art = 1 credit
Government/Economics = 1 credit
Personal Finance = ½ credit
Wellness = 1 ½ credit
Foreign Language = 2 credits
Elective focus (pathway) = 3 credits
Elective = 1 credit
A total of 23 credits are needed for graduation. Remember, it is your responsibility to make sure you take all of the classes you need to graduate.
How to Calculate your GPA
Total quality points / Total # of semester grades = GPA
A = 4 quality points
B = 3 quality points
C = 2 quality points
D = 1 quality point
F = 0 quality points
Important: Zeros do affect your grade!! It takes three ‘100s’ to bring one zero up to a passing grade.
Need help with your classes?
Check out the Tutoring Services during C & I time!
What? Tutoring for English, Math, Biology, and Foreign Language [Latin- Monday. Spanish- Tuesday & Thursday. French-Wednesday]
Where? The BHS Library
When? Every Day during C & I
Important Registration Dates
Monday, March 12th- Verification forms will be sent home.
Friday, March 16th- Signed verification forms with any changes are due to the counseling office. A parent override form is required to take a course beyond the teacher recommended level. All forms and parents overrides are due today. No changes will be made after this date.
ACT Information
There are two college entrance exams: the ACT and the SAT. Every junior will take the ACT in the spring during the school day, paid for by the state of Tennessee. To register for additional tests, you need to register online at www.actstudent.org (ACT) or www.collegeboard.com (SAT) and pay the test fee.
BHS High School Code: 431636
ACT Test Dates:
Test Date____Registration Deadline
April 8 ---------- March 3
June 10 --------- May 5
Here are some free practice websites:
Are you looking for a Summer Job?
SOAR Adventure Tower is currently seeking eligible applicants for the position of Adventure Guide. This position requires energetic, adventurous, and safety conscious individuals. Adventure Guides are responsible for communicating with and overseeing guests during their experience to ensure an unforgettable and safe adventure. This is an active outdoor position that not only involves communicating with guests for safety and guidance, but also daily course inspections.