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1 8 th grade Transition to High School

2 During the last legislative session, changes were made to graduation plans and state assessments through House Bill 5. This meeting will help identify the graduation plan (endorsement) options available to Klein ISD students so that parents may help their student select the best option for their desired academic pursuit.

3 Endorsement Areas ARTS AND HUMANITIES Political science, literature, world languages, cultural studies, history and fine arts. BUSINESS & INDUSTRY Information technology, database management, marketing, accounting, finance, graphic design, architecture, construction, welding, automotive technology, agriculture, vet science, culinary arts and hospitality. MULTIDISCIPLINARY This endorsement provides students the opportunity to take a variety of courses from each of the other four endorsement areas. PUBLIC SERVICE Health science occupations, education, law enforcement, cosmetology, and JROTC STEM Science, Technology-including computer science, Engineering, and advanced Math.

4 FOUNDATION GRADUATION PLAN WITH ENDORSEMENT

5 FOUNDATION PLAN COURSES * Students wishing eligibility for automatic admission to TX public institutions and TEXAS grant must graduate with the Distinguished Requirements Revised January

6 Students Entering 9 th Grade Each student selects (in writing) an endorsement area and creates a Four Year Plan with their 8 th grade counselor.

7 FOUR YEAR PLAN Revised February 3, 2014

8 Typical Freshman Schedule English 1 Algebra 1 (or Geometry if Algebra 1 taken in 8 th grade) Biology World Geography Elective (PE recommended) Elective (Fine Art recommended) Elective

9 Options for meeting PE requirement 1 year of PE or Equivalent PE Dance Athletics Cheerleading (S1 only) ROTC (substitution) Drill Team (substitution) Marching Band (S1 only, sub.) Students can earn up to 4 PE/Equivalent credits

10 Options to meet other Required Coursework 2 years of the same Foreign Language *Spanish *French *German *Latin 1 year of Fine Arts *Art *Band *Choir *Dance *Orchestra *Theatre Arts (Performing or Production) * Principles and Elements of Floral Design (Grades 10-12)

9 th Grade Elective Options--CTE Semester Touch System Data Entry Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance Money Matters Principles of Human Services Retailing & E-tailing Principles of Law,

11 9 th Grade Elective Options--CTE Semester Touch System Data Entry Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance Money Matters Principles of Human Services Retailing & E-tailing Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Professional Communications Full year Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Business Information Management 1 Concepts of Engineering & Architecture ROTC Principles of Hospitality Services

12 9 th Grade Elective Options--Technology Computer Science 1 (regular or Pre-AP) Recommended Prerequisite is Alg. 1 with a B Average Game Program Design (Semester, grades 9-12) Mobile Application Development (Semester, grades 9-12) Robotics Program Design (Semester, grades 9-12)

13 Pre-AP/AP/Dual Credit Rigorous coursework & more homework Extra grade points Be better prepared for college AP/Dual Credit Used for Performance Acknowledgment Earn college credit

14 PreAP Frequently Asked Questions Who can take PreAP classes? They are open enrollment, but student, parent & counselor input is imperative. Can be a very difficult decision. What if a student is struggling in a PreAP class? A student may choose to exit a PreAP course (regardless of student performance) 1 st 6 weeks, preferably when the six weeks grade is available or At the end of the semester or Exit decision approved by parent, teacher & appeal committee Is there any limit to the number of PreAP courses one can take? No, but should consider the student s needs & overall course load.

15 9 th grade course selection sheet

16 9 th grade course selection sheet p.2

17 Requirements to Graduate Earn the 26 required State Credits Complete one of the Endorsement Plans Pass all 5 EOC tests

18 Required 5 EOC Tests Algebra 1 English 1 English 2 Biology US History

19 A Day In The Life at High School 7:25 am - 2:30 pm 7 periods each day 50 minute classes 6 minute passing time Each student assigned a counselor & principal, according to last name

20 And the Beginning Of GPA.. credits class rank final exams serious planning for the future Bearkat games Friday nights drivers licenses wheels part-time jobs paychecks shopping Homecoming prom!!!

21 Sample High School Report Card Course Name MkPd1 Gr Con MkPd2 Gr Con MkPd3 Gr Con Sem Exam Sem Avg Credits Earned English I PreAP 96 E 100 E 99 E Geometry PreAP 89 E 89 E 94 E Biology I PreAP 95 E 97 E 96 E Spanish I 97 E 96 E 97 E Art I 96 E 100 E 99 E Var Band 96 E 98 E 96 E Total of 3.5 credits earned for this report card.

22 Semester Grades Are Based on : Three Six Weeks Grades & the Semester Exam First Six Weeks = 28% Second Six Weeks = 28% Third Six Weeks = 28% Semester Exam = 16% Each semester stands ALONE! The first and second semesters are not averaged together for a passing grade.

23 Your High School Transcript It is your scorecard! Starts with 9 th grade It is how colleges will evaluate you. It is the official record of: student effort/grades.

24 Classification Requirements for Current 9 th graders to be 10 th graders Minimum of 6 credits AND 2 nd year in High School

25 Plan For The Future Grade 9 * Attend Freshman Orientation (in August) * Strive for good grades * GPA begins with 9 th grade * Develop a student resume/portfolio (keep Guidance Handbook in this file) * Become involved - make an impact

26 7 Period Day Don t overload 9th grade schedule! Consider extracurricular activities when selecting classes Schedule change deadlines will be honored! No schedule changes after 3:00 p.m., June 09, 2016

27 Begin with the End in Mind What is your career interest? What Programs of Study and/or specialized schools of choice will prepare you for your postsecondary education and/or career training? Which Endorsement will you earn? Plan NOW!

28 Schools of Choice International Baccalaureate (Klein Oak) International Business Academy (Klein Forest) ** Application process required.

29 FAQ For more information please visit: The Klein HS counselor Webpage at: net

30 Online Data Entry Meet with Counselor Bring Course Request Form Review online at home with Parent

Heritage High School Home of the Coyotes. Class of 2017 Registration for Senior Classes

Heritage High School Home of the Coyotes Class of 2017 Registration for Senior Classes HHS Counselors Patti Wilson (Lead) wilsonp@friscoisd.org Valerie Harrison(A D) harrisonv@friscoisd.org Laurie Guerrero