What's Going On At The HILL?
- Missed the April Newsletter?
- Prom- Saturday, 4/6
- Fall 2019 DE deadline- Friday, 4/19
- Underclassmen Honors Night- Monday, 4/29
Upcoming Events:
- Senior Honors Night- Monday, 5/6
- Class of 2019 Graduation- Saturday, May 18th, 1:00 pm
Stress-LESS during testing season!
EOCs and AP exams are approaching- here are a few ways for your student to beat test anxiety and stress.
· Exercise- Numerous studies show that exercise improves cognitive functioning- a clearer mind. Ideally a student would exercise right before the exam, perhaps a 15-minute jog before school starts.
· Peppermint essential oils- The scent of peppermint can increase performance while studying or testing. Try out an oil diffuser with peppermint while you child is studying. Also, peppermint candy during tests have been known to yield better results.
· Deep breathing- Practice how to breathe deeply with your child and advise them to practice this when they get that gut feeling of worry before a big test. Breathing deep within the belly will help calm them in the moment.
· Positive self-talk- Advise your child to remind themselves of all that they’ve done to prepare for the test, that they know this information, remember the times they answered correctly in class, etc.
Junior year- get ready!
Junior year is known for being a very critical year in a student’s high school career. This is the time to really focus on post-secondary planning and what you need to do to prepare. Here are a few tips to prepare you and your child for junior year:
· Get serious about standardized testing- utilize all possible tools available to study for these tests. The ACT, SAT, ASVAB, and Accuplacer all have study guides available online.
· Don’t get lazy! One of the reasons why junior year is looked at more closely by admission offices is because they want to see that the student continued to challenge themselves, and continued to make good grades- despite the tendency for EOS (Early onset senioritis) to kick in.
· Get to know your teachers and counselors- RHHS staff can be a great resource to kick-starting your child’s post-secondary journey. We welcome the conversations about your child’s future! Having a relationship with the student really makes a difference when completed references and recommendations.
Making the Most of Your Last Summer in High School
And just like that, junior year is coming to an end! In about a year, students will be putting on their caps and gowns to walk across the stage and FINALLY becoming a high school graduate! Before the excitement and chaos of senior year begins, students should make the most out of their last summer before graduating. Here are some ways for juniors to balance fun and productive planning this summer:
Get a part-time job-- Working gives you a chance to earn money, gain some freedom, and learn time-management and communication skills. You can save this money for your college fund.
Gain practical skills through volunteering or internships-- Look into opportunities to explore professions that interest you. Unpaid or paid internships can be a great way to learn about a career. Volunteering is another tool you can use to develop essential skills and learn about a profession that interests you!
Research post-secondary options-- Post-secondary encompasses any and all training one pursues after high school, including technical college or trade school, 4-year college/university, military, or a full-time job. Make sure you are selecting a path that is the best fit FOR YOU and your goals in life. If college is your next step after high school, plan on visiting colleges this summer to get a feel for the atmosphere and determine if it’s a good fit for you personally and educationally.
Develop a strong resume-- Resume-writing could be a full-time job and senior year will be chaotic enough with graduation around the corner! Start early on your resume--you’ll thank yourself later. Check out the April newsletter for tips on writing an effective and captivating resume.
Brainstorm essay ideas and write a rough draft-- Senioritis is plaguing seniors everywhere! Get ahead on those post-secondary tasks and save yourself the stress during the school year so you can focus on finishing high school courses. Starting early means you’ll have more time to brainstorm, edit, and revise.
Look into financial aid opportunities and scholarships-- Apply for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) even if you don’t think you’re eligible! The FAFSA for the 2020-2021 school year opens up on October 1st and you’ll need your 2018 tax returns.
Keep an active mind-- Reading a book, brain games like Lumosity, or learning a language through Duolingo are engaging ways to keep your mind active this summer. The best thing is that these activities are fun and don’t feel like you’re learning!
RHHS Counselor Caseload:
Students with last names:
Emily Neff- (Daniel thru Hernandez)
Deanna Appleton- (Herring thru Michaud)
Laine Lynch- (Michel-Sanchez)
Saraswati Hendrix- (Sanderlin-Z)
Jennifer Blanton- (Graduation Coach)
Dawn Imler- (Military Family Life Counselor)
counseling department
Email: rbunyan@bryan.k12.ga.us
Website: http://www.bryan.k12.ga.us/o/RHHS/page/school-counseling--7
Location: 1 Wildcat Drive, Richmond Hill, GA, USA
Phone: 912-459-6403
