College Readiness Syllabus

Welcome to College Readiness!


Ms. Boynton, Proud SIS


William H. Spencer High School


boynton.kimberly.j@muscogee.k12.ga.us


Office Hours: As Needed

 Course Description: After high school we all come to a fork in the road deciding what to do. This class will help you make decisions as to which college you will choose, as well as prepare for your well-deserved scholarships. The purpose for this experience is to better prepare you for your long term career path. So hang on!!!! You can visit http://improvementcenter.blogspot.com/ for updated information about this symposium. We will use this site often throughout the year.






Materials Needed: Three-ringed binder, college-ruled paper, writing utensils (pens and pencils), resource guide (will be given to you); a jump drive will be useful although not required.






Classroom Rules:


• Be respectful of others and yourself.


• Be involved in class discussions and activities.


- Arrive to each session on time (be in seat when the bell rings).


- Do your own work - academic dishonesty will not be tolerated!


- Maintain a journal containing assigned notes, warm-up activities, class work, assignments, etc.


• Come to the sessions prepared (even for independent study).


• Follow all rules and regulations in student handbook.


• NO INTERNET SURFING.


• NO open containers near computer.






Course Objectives:


1. Knowing yourself;


2. Working collaboratively;


3. Identifying, clarifying, and describing issues/problems;


4. Locating, organizing, and processing information from various sources in order to complete your applications;


5. Utilizing thinking skills and reasoning conclusions; and


6. Creating, testing, and justifying solutions and conclusions.






Let’s have a great year!