Arundel High School. December 9, 2014

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1 Arundel High School December 9, 2014

2 AACPS Strategic Goal To ensure that every student meets or exceeds standards as achievement gaps are eliminated. Indicator 6 By the end of school year, 75% of all diploma bound seniors in each NCLB student group who have sat for an AP examination will have earned a 3 or better on AP examinations.

3 PRIDE High Expectations/ Rigor Relationships, starting with 9 th Grade Academy

4 Principal: Mrs. Sharon Stratton Student Last Names Assistant Principal Counselor A Dam Ms. Mikeska Ms. Heck Dan Hog Ms. Walsh Ms. Bloch Hoh Men Ms. Rishert Ms. Young Meo Scp Ms. Hopkins Mr. Diggs Scq - Z Mr. Wajek Ms. Smith

5 English: 4 credits English 9 English 10 Social Studies: 3 Credits English 11 English 12 US History US Government World History Mathematics: 4 Credits Science: 3 Credits Algebra I Geometry 2 Math Electives Biology 2 Credits in any of the following areas: Earth Science Life Science Physical Science

6 Physical Education/Health: 1.5 Credits Basic Technology: 1 Credits Fine Arts: 1 Credit Fitness for Life Health Education Physical Education Elective Foundations of Technology A Foundations of Technology B Music, Art, Dance, and Theater Arts courses Electives: 8.5 Credits Any Elective May Count

7 Credits for Promotion: To be Promoted to the next grade level Credits need to be completed Credits needed in Academic Subject

8 Completer Program Paths 1. Career Program Completer CAT-N Technology Education Family & Consumer Science 2. University System of Maryland Completer 4 courses of rigorous math in high school and enrollment in Algebra 2 or beyond during senior year 2 years of the same World/Classical Language or 2 credits of Advanced Technology classes 3. Dual completer

9 CAT North- Program Sequence Career Exploration: Grade 9/10 Level 1 : Grade 10/11 Level 2 : Grade 11/12 Work Based Learning: Grade 12

10 Academy of Health Professions Auto Collision Repair/ Refinishing Automotive Technology Baking & Pastry Building Maintenance & Business Support Carpentry CISCO Academy (Computer Networking) Cosmetology Culinary Arts Diesel Power Technology Drafting/CAD Electricity Environmental Resource Management Graphic Design HVAC (Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning) Masonry Motorcycle Repair Network Systems Administration Plumbing Precision Machining Printing Technology Welding

11 High School Assessments Biology 400 Government 394 PARCC participation only Algebra 1 English 10

12 Service Learning Hours 5 th grade 5 hours 6 th -8 th grade 10 hrs each yr = 30 hours US Gov t 10 hours 10 th grade Health 10 hours Science 10 hours 11 th grade English hours 75 hours Transfer students see Program of Studies

13 Access the catalogue at Overview all courses that freshmen are eligible to take Example: G45 Studio 1: 2D Art 0.5sem This course is the introductory course to two dimensional art processes: drawing, painting, printmaking, crafts and mixed-media. Students will be challenged to develop a personal style by creating expressive works of art based on a variety of artists, art movements, and techniques. A process portfolio and sketchbooks/journals will reflect personal aesthetic choices in the development of a body of work. Prerequisites: Foundations of Studio Art NCAA: N Dual Credit:Y 05155/0100

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15 The 8 th grade team, in consultation with the high school counselors, recommend students for courses where they can be successful. Teachers look at MSA data, benchmarks, and academic grades to make their recommendations. If you disagree with a recommendation you can circle the alternate request in pen and sign on the course selection sheet indicating you understand and are waiving the teacher s recommendation. A waiver indicates that you are assuming the responsibility of your child s success in the course.

16 December 3 rd -9 th Arundel Middle teachers make core course recommendations for all students. December 10 th -11 th Arundel High Counselors meet with Arundel Middle students. Students take home forms for parent signatures. December 19 th Arundel Middle students return all forms with parents signatures to science teachers January 7 th -13 th Crofton Middle teachers make core course recommendations for all students. January 14 th Arundel High Counselors meet with Crofton Middle School Students. students take home forms for parent signatures. January 21 st Crofton Middle students return all forms with parents signatures.

17 RIGOR- Most rigorous program for each student Grade Point Average Leadership High School and Community Involvement Letters of Recommendations SAT/ACT Scores

18 Wildcat Hour (with National Honor Society tutors in media) CATS with Arundel Mentor Program (AMPs) 9 th Grade Academy Quarterly Parent Teacher Conferences Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) College Prep Class, watch for application packet for current and new AVID students in the next few weeks Ms. Jennifer Bender, AVID Coordinator jbdender1@aacps.org

19 All information will be located on the school website: Questions about courses, contact your child s counselor: Student Last Names Counselor A Dam Ms. Heck HHeck@aacps.org Dan Hog Ms. Bloch KBloch@aacps.org Hoh Men Ms. Young SMYoung@aacps.org Meo Scp Mr. Diggs ASDiggs@aacps.org Scq - Z Ms. Smith RCSmith2@aacps.org Questions about the scheduling process Sarah Lynne Walsh slwalsh@aacps.org