York Academy Academic Advising Timeline (Grades 9–11)

All meetings listed below are conducted in a one-on-one setting to provide personalized guidance and support:

Grade 9 (Freshman Year) – Spring Semester

Advisors: Mr. Omid Farahani (“Mr. O”) & Ms. Shreckengast (IB MYP Coordinator)

• Review current academic performance (strengths and areas for improvement)
• Discuss strategies for academic success and getting back on track if needed
• Plan and select courses for sophomore year
• Explore student interests, future goals, and potential career aspirations
• Discuss elective options for Grade 10 

Grade 10 (Sophomore Year)

Semester 2 – College & Career Exploration

Advisor: Mr. O

• Explore postsecondary pathways:
  • 2-year colleges
  • 4-year colleges/universities
  • Trade/vocational programs
  • Military options
  • Direct entry into the workforce
• Begin aligning interests with potential career paths

Spring – IB Diploma Programme (DP) Planning

Advisor: Mrs. Riggs (IB DP Coordinator)

• Overview of IB Diploma Programme options:
  • Full DP
  • Partial DP
  • Non-testing pathway
• Select potential Higher Level (HL) and Standard Level (SL) IB courses for Grades 11–12
• Review graduation requirements, including:
  • Theory of Knowledge (TOK)
  • Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)
  • Extended Essay (EE)
  • Community service expectations

Grade 11 (Junior Year) – Full Year (Semesters 1 & 2)

 Advisor:  Mr. O

• Refine college and career goals
• Complete career and interest surveys to guide postsecondary planning
• Discuss application pathways and next steps for senior year
• Explore all postsecondary options, including:
  • College/university
  • Military
  • Workforce entry
• Ensure alignment between academic choices and future goals