HB5 Graduation Requirements for Administrators and Counselors

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HB5 Graduation Requirements for Administrators and Counselors House Bill 5 The Basics The Structure Accountability Assessment Graduation Plans The Intent The goals: the

1 HB5 Graduation Requirements for Administrators and Counselors House Bill 5 The Basics The Structure Accountability Assessment Graduation Plans The Intent The goals: the development of a more diverse workforce sending students to the postsecondary level more prepared The understanding is that each student s path to the workforce is unique

2 House Bill 5 The Basics Accountability Index 1 Student achievement Index 2 Student progress/growth Index 3 Closing the achievement gaps specific to each district Index 4 Post-secondary readiness and Self-evaluation by districts in 9 other areas Testing changes

3 Notes on testing Tests reduced to English I, II, Biology, Algebra I and US History English tests now 5 hours combined reading & writing English III and Algebra II will come back online as of school year Diploma plan

4 Parameters to follow students entering Grade 9 in the school year and thereafter Endorsements, distinguished level and performance acknowledgements to be on students transcript and diploma Students can move to a Foundation only diploma after their sophomore year with: Parent advisement Parent signed permission Can current high school students switch? Yes, current high school students can opt for the new diploma program If they are class of 2014, they may only receive a Foundation level diploma Students in the classes of 2015, 2016, 2017 must have the option available If done by ARDC, must be documented and take into consideration what is available

Distinguished (4 Math, 4 Science and Endorsement) Performance Acknowledgements

5 Graduation plans Foundation requirements Endorsements (4 Math & 4 Science) STEM Business and Industry Public services Arts and Humanities Multidisciplinary Distinguished (4 Math, 4 Science and Endorsement) Performance Acknowledgements Key phrase to look for: one full or combination of two half credits The Foundation

6 Speech requirement (3) demonstrated proficiency, as determined by the district in which the student is enrolled, in * delivering clear verbal messages; * choosing effective nonverbal behaviors; * listening for desired results; * applying valid critical-thinking and problem-solving processes; and * identifying, analyzing, developing, and evaluating communication skills needed for professional and social success in interpersonal situations, group interactions, and personal and professional presentations. Speech course? No longer a required separate state credit for a diploma for Foundation diploma students Districts may opt to add it to their diploma requirements as a required Elective Standards are within English/Language Arts TEKS (Oral Conventions) This was noted to be a soft skill from those in the workforce so districts and higher education will need to consider it s removal from diploma requirements.

7 Foundation = 22 credits Basics 17 credits 4 credits ELA/R 3 credits of Math 3 credits of Science 3 credits of Social Studies 1 credit of PE 1 credit of Fine Arts 2 credits of LOTE (Foreign Language) Electives 5 credits Core subject areas credits and LOTE not used for core requirements Fine Arts/Health/PE CTE, Technology Applications, and Career Development Consider overlap for Endorsement requirements Scope and Sequence ELA/R English I, II and III required ESOL I and II may substitute for students at Intermediate level Fourth credit from one full or two half credits from the list of advanced courses Social Studies U.S. History, Government and Economics required The combo World Geo/World History class will be developed Cannot split World History and World Geography

Scope and Sequence Science Biology required (may be AP or IB) One credit Second Science list One additional credit that is one full credit or two half credits from Advanced list

8 Scope and Sequence Science Biology required (may be AP or IB) One credit Second Science list One additional credit that is one full credit or two half credits from Advanced list Physics and PTI cannot both satisfy Science requirement Math Algebra I and Geometry required There are two lists of additional credit possibilities Prerequisites affect the order of courses

10 Scope and Sequence LOTE Students must have two credits from: Same language Computer programming languages Special Topics in Language and Culture as the 2 nd course Considerations ARDC/504 decision decision for whole two credits Committee of principal, parent and LOTE teacher to determine needs for the 2 nd LOTE credit Special Topics in Language and Culture World History/World Geo if not used Computer language Different language

11 From TEA: For ARDC to decide A student, who due to a disability, is unable to complete two credits in the same language in LOTE, may substitute: a combination of two credits from English language arts, mathematics, science, or social studies; two credits in career and technical education or technology applications The determination regarding a student's ability to complete the LOTE credit requirements will be made by: the student's ARD committee if the student receives special education services under the TEC, Chapter 29, Subchapter A or the committee established for the student under Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 United States Code (USC), 794) Scope and Sequence PE Any combination of one half to one credit Local district allowable course that meets criteria Athletics/JROTC and privately sponsored PE activities which meet requirements Drill team /Band/ Cheerleading according to local district policy Fine Arts credit may be selected from the following courses Areas of: Art, Dance, Music, Theatre, Principles of Floral Design, Digital Art and Animation, 3-D Modeling and Animation Community-based fine arts programs

12 Other Elective possibilities State approved innovative courses JROTC one to four credits Driver s education (1/2 credit) Endorsements

13 Endorsements Specified in writing by student when entering 9 th grade Must have 4 math and 4 science for all Endorsements Minimum 26 credits (remember your 5 electives help with Endorsement requirements) More than one track before junior year (does not entitle enrollment over 26 credits) May change at any time School districts decide the coherent sequence for Endorsement (must follow prerequisites) Endorsements Remember, a course completed as part of a set of thee four courses needed to satisfy the endorsement requirement may also satisfy a requirement under [Foundation] including an elective To earn Endorsement: Foundation requirements Additional credit in math from list Additional credit in science from list

15 Scope and Sequence Multidisciplinary a must Three options Four advanced courses that allow entry into workforce or college without remediation from within one endorsement or among endorsement areas not in coherent sequence OR Four credits in four foundation subject areas including English IV and Chemistry and/or Physics OR Four AP, IB or Dual Credit courses including one credit in each Foundation subject Scope and Sequence STEM Five options with Algebra II, Chemistry, and Physics required Business & Industry Two options Coherent sequence of 3 or more courses for 4 or more credits with at least 1 advanced CTE course in various areas 4 English elective classes (Journalism and Speech)

18 Scope and Sequence Public services Two options Coherent sequence of 3 or more courses for 4 or more credits with at least 1 advanced CTE Four courses in JROTC Arts & Humanities Five options 4 Social Studies courses 4 LOTE 2 levels of LOTE in two LOTE 4 sign language Coherent sequence of fine arts

19 The final course When determining what Endorsement(s) a student has achieved, you will look at the final course within the coherent sequence is the determining factor!

20 Keys to success Share the Endorsement possibilities for your district with your teachers they can help guide students. Have guides for ARD committees so they can support positive student choices. Parent meetings and information can be helpful. Distinguished level and Performance acknowledgements

21 Distinguished Level Must include: Foundation requirements 4 credits of Science 4 credits of Math Algebra II as one of the 4 Math credits Requirements for one Endorsement Performance Acknowledgements Dual credit 12 hours with 3.0+ or an Associate degree AP score 3+ or IB exams scoring 4+ Earning a nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification/license

22 Performance Acknowledgements PSAT, SAT, ACT-PLAN, ACT PSAT = commended scholar or higher ACT-PLAN = college readiness in two of four subject areas SAT = combined reading and math score of ACT = composite score of 28 (excluding writing) Performance Acknowledgements For this, ELL must exit ESL and score AH on TELPAS Bilingualism/Biliteracy ELAR average of 80+ and one of: 3 LOTE with GPA of 80+ Proficiency in Level IV LOTE with GPA of credits of LOTE with GPA of 80+ Proficiency shown through: 3+ on AP exam in LOTE 4+ on IB exam in LOTE National assessment of Intermediate High

23 Moving forward Where are we? SBOE meeting in April TETNs (videoconferences from TEA) in April Master scheduling Curriculum discussions TEA posted FAQ documents on Career and College Readiness course

SBOE April meeting Clarification from TETN World Geography and World History cannot be taken in halves to count together For General Education students, the substitution of something else for LOTE

24 SBOE April meeting Clarification from TETN World Geography and World History cannot be taken in halves to count together For General Education students, the substitution of something else for LOTE can only be done after earning the first credit Computer Science I, II can be used for LOTE until new courses built Multidisciplinary Endorsement without remediation option means remediation isn t necessary in the postsecondary world

25 Personal Graduation Plan updates Personal Graduation Plan updates

26 Personal Graduation Plan updates Personal Graduation Plan updates

27 ESC Region 12 Planning support guide Geared towards graduation plans and testing decisions All questions to help you implement new diploma plans. Categories: Master Schedule Testing Special Populations Logistics ESC Region 12 Timeline with Appendices Timeline organized by semesters Outlines decisions needing focus at that time Appendices at the back have list of advanced courses, endorsement options (from TEA) and prerequisites

Hillsboro ISD/ESC Region 12/TREA Capacity Tool Timeline organized by semesters Outlines decisions needing focus at that time Appendices at the back have list of advanced courses, endorsement options

28 Hillsboro ISD/ESC Region 12/TREA Capacity Tool Timeline organized by semesters Outlines decisions needing focus at that time Appendices at the back have list of advanced courses, endorsement options (from TEA) and prerequisites Moving forward towards implementation Remember the ESC Region 12 HB5 page is updated regularly. It is organized by tabs so you can focus on your needs. We will continue webinars throughout next year to help keep you informed and build more tools. Feel free to contact us with questions: Denise Bell Stephanie Kucera Chris Holecek Jeni Janek

Math 4 Units Algebra I, Applied Algebra I or Algebra I Pt 1 and Algebra I Pt 2

Math 4 Units Algebra I, Applied Algebra I or Algebra I Pt 1 and Algebra I Pt 2 Graduation Requirements for St. Martin Parish Schools Adopted from Louisiana Handbook for Administrators - Bulletin 741 LA Core 4 Curriculum (Effective for Incoming Freshman of 2008-2009 and Beyond) English