Foundation High School Program + Endorsement. Graduation Requirement and Endorsement Options

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1 Foundation High School Program + Endorsement Graduation Requirement and Endorsement Options

2 General Information Beginning with ninth graders entering high school in fall 2014 (Class of 2018) will graduate under the Foundation High School Program (FHSP) AND earn an endorsement.

3 What is an endorsement? A new, specialized pathway to graduation that focuses on different courses of study

4 General Information A ninth grader indicates in writing an endorsement that the student intends to earn. A district must permit a student to choose to earn an endorsement other than the one the student previously indicated.

5 FHSP Course Requirements English 4 credits English I, II, III, & Advanced English PACE ½ credit Mathematics 3 credits Algebra I, Geometry, & Advanced Math Science 3 credits Biology, IPC/Chemistry/Physics, & Advanced Science

6 FHSP Course Requirements Social Studies 3 credits World Geography OR World History US History Government (1/2) & Economics (1/2) Languages Other than English 2 credits in the same language

7 FHSP Course Requirements Physical Education 1 credit Health ½ credit Fine Arts 1 credit Electives 4 credits Total = 22 credits *Students planning to take athletics and an elective all 4 years of high school should plan accordingly and try to earn some high school credits in middle school (ex. Foreign language).

8 +Endorsement One additional math credit One additional science credit Two additional electives FHSP + Endorsement = 26 credits

9 Endorsements A student may earn an endorsement by successfully completing: FHSP requirements; curriculum for the specific endorsement; four math credits; four science credits; and two additional electives. TOTAL = 26 credits

10 Five Endorsements STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Business & Industry Public Services Arts & Humanities Multidisciplinary Studies

11 STEM The STEM endorsement must include Algebra II, Chemistry, and Physics regardless of the option the student chooses to meet the endorsement requirements. Many STEM fields of study at the postsecondary level require prerequisite knowledge in advanced mathematics, chemistry, and physics.

12 STEM(con t.) A STEM endorsement also includes Advanced Math courses such as Pre-Calculus, Statistics, etc. Advanced Science courses such as Chemistry AP, Anatomy & Physiology, etc. Computer Science courses such as Computer Programming K, Computer Science AP, etc.

13 Business & Industry The Business & Industry endorsement includes courses from the following career clusters: Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Architecture and Construction Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communication Business Management and Administration Finance

14 Business & Industry (con t) Hospitality and Tourism Information Technology Manufacturing Marketing Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics It also includes English courses Advanced Journalism, Public Speaking, and Debate

15 Public Services A Public Service endorsement includes courses from the following career clusters: Education and Training Health Science Human Services 4 years of JROTC

16 Arts and Humanities An Arts and Humanities endorsement includes courses from Social Studies Foreign Language Fine Arts

17 Multidisciplinary Studies A Multidisciplinary Studies endorsement includes Four courses from each content area (4X4): English, Math, Science, Social Studies Earn credits in a variety of advanced courses from multiple content areas

18 EXAMPLE Business & Industry, option 1: CTE Ag, Food & Natural Resources Directions: Courses required at a specific grade level are noted in the chart below. Students have flexibility in determining the year of study for the following graduation requirements: World History or World Geography, Foreign Language, Fines Arts, PE and Health Periods High School Credits Earned in Middle School 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade 1 English I L English II L 2 Math: Algebra I Math: Geometry L 3 Biology L Science: Chemistry L 4 PACE (.5)/ Health (.5) World History L 5 Football I Football II 6 Spanish I Spanish II 7 Principles of Ag Wildlife (.5)/ Small Animal (.5) English III L Math: Algebra II L Science: Physics L U.S. History L Football III Vet Med Floral Design English IV L Math: Advanced Algebra Science: Advanced Animal Government (.5 ) L Economics (.5) L Football IV Practicum in Ag

19 Example STEM, Option 2 - CTE Directions: Courses required at a specific grade level are noted in the chart below. Students have flexibility in determining the year of study for the following graduation requirements: World History or World Geography, Foreign Language, Fines Arts, PE and Health Periods High School Credits Earned in Middle School 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade 1 English I L English II L 2 Math: Algebra I Math: Geometry K 3 Biology K Science: Chemistry K 4 PACE (.5)/ Health (.5) Robotics 5 Football I Football II 6 Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III K 7 Concepts of Engineering World Geography L Art I D/P English III L Math: Algebra II K Science: AP Physics I U.S. History L Football III Engineering Design Electronics English IV L Math: Pre-Calculus K Science: Eng. Design & PS K Government (.5 ) L Economics (.5) L Football IV Advanced Engineering Design

20 What classes can I take at Watkins? 7 th Grade Concepts of Engineering Technology (1 credit) Spanish I (1 credit) Spanish I NS (1 credit) Spanish IA (0.5 credit) French I (1 credit) Touch System Data Entry (Keyboarding) (0.5 credit) Principles of Human Services (1 credit) Professional Communications (0.5 credit) 8 th Grade Principles of Manufacturing (1 credit) Spanish I or II (1 credit) Spanish II/III NS (2 credits) French I or II (1 credit) Touch System Data Entry (Keyboarding) (0.5 credit) Principles of Human Services (1 credit) Principles of Hospitality and Tourism (1 credit) Principles of Information Technology (1 credit) Professional Communications (0.5 credit)

21 Beginning to Understand Paying for College College & Career Cypress Fairbanks ISD

22 WHY GO TO COLLEGE or CAREER TRAINING? Bureau of Labor Stats, Current Popul. Survey, 2015 The more you LEARN, the more you EARN $88,036 $105,456 $124,904 $105,456 $48,152 $52,364 $74,308 $74,308 $43,056 $30,108

23 Did you know... the average Cost of Attendance to a Public Texas Four Year University is $21,000 per year? $21,000 x 4 years = $85,000 Have you ever thought about how you will pay for college?

24 Tuition Item Room and board Books and school supplies Fees Equipment and room materials Travel and miscellaneous expenses Description The cost of taking courses. Course costs vary by school. Housing/Lodging and food costs vary by school. Books can be expensive. School supplies include book bags; notebooks; pens and pencils; paper and computer paper; and desk accessories such as folders, trays, and pen holders. Fees depend upon your school. Schools can provide a list of fees. Examples include activity fees, lab fees, parking decal fees, etc.. This category might include a computer and printer; reading lamps; a microwave and refrigerator; and sheets, towels, etc. If you commute to school, include transportation costs. If you live on campus, include travel during school breaks. You may also want to include clothing and mobile phone costs.

25 Breakdown of how most families pay for college Ways that Families Pay for College & Career Training 1. Current family income 2. Savings 3. Scholarship and grants 4. Student employment 5. Student/Parent loans

26 What is Financial Aid? Money to help students pay for College & Career Training

27 83% of students at a four year public university received financial aid in According to the National Center of Education Statistics

Types of Financial Aid Scholarships Grants Work Study Student

University or Independent organization in recognition of merit

State or Federal money given to students who meet a designated

Program that enables students to work part time to help finance

28 Types of Financial Aid Scholarships Grants Work Study Student Loans Scholarships are awards given to students by the University or Independent organization in recognition of merit and/or need. State or Federal money given to students who meet a designated criteria. Typically based upon FAFSA application. Program that enables students to work part time to help finance their educational costs. Money borrowed by student and/or parent to pay for school. This amount will have to be paid back to the lender with interest.

29 Scholarship - What is it? How do I get one? Money that is awarded to a student based upon Merit (an ability, skill, talent) and/or Financial Need. Scholarships do NOT have to be paid back - FREE MONEY! Skill/Talent Merit Based Academics Artistic Athletic Ability Test Scores Community Service Student Characteristics Gender Race Religion Family/Medical history Employer First Generation Income Financial Need Based Awarded to promising students based upon family income Bottomline to receive a Scholarship: You have to EARN IT: Be SCHOLARSHIP WORTHY!

30 The ROAD to Scholarship(s) Middle School Perfect study skills, take strong classes, begin establishing goals, get involved in something you love! 11th Grade Make a list of college/career programs, finalize the highest grades possible, take the SAT/ACT, stay committed. 9th & 10th Grade Take advanced (K/AP/DC) classes, earn A s, establish a strong GPA, explore career interests, develop unique interests. 12th Grade Finalize SAT/ACT scores, apply to college, complete scholarship applications (lots of them), complete the FAFSA.

It s never too early to learn about Financial Aid Step 3: Understand Options Know the types of Financial Aid available and how to apply for each one.

31 It s never too early to learn about Financial Aid Step 3: Understand Options Know the types of Financial Aid available and how to apply for each one. Know how to prepare Take action and set yourself up to receive the maximum amount of money to help pay for college and career programs. Apply ON TIME Do not miss deadlines or timelines for financial assistance. Money is first come, first serve!

32 You can go: Make a plan be prepared. Perfect strong organizational/study skills & get involved (Middle School) Build a Scholarship Worthy Profile (Grades 9-11) Complete Scholarship Applications (12th Grade) Complete FAFSA/Financial Aid Application (12th Grade)

33 Question and Answer Period

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