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1 HSI-Sugarland COURSE SELECTION GUIDE For High School Students Taking action. Shaping the future HSI-Sugarland High School Course Selection Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 1 Required Academic Program for HPS High School Graduation 2 Counselor Educational Planning Sessions 2 Individual Student Planning Meetings (ISP) with Counselors 3

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 1 Required Academic Program for HPS High School Graduation 2 Counselor Educational Planning Sessions 2 Individual Student Planning Meetings (ISP) with Counselors 3 Helpful tips when registering for courses: 3 General Course Selection Information: 4 Course Selection Forms: Must be signed and returned to your counselor during your course selection meetings will be held on February 8th-March 9th. 4 Course Selection, Registration & Scheduling Timeline ( ) 4 Advanced Placement (AP ) Program 5 High School Local Credit Placement Policy 9 All Course Offerings 10 Math (Can receive math credits from following courses) 10 Science English 11 Social Studies Endorsement Choices 12 Endorsement Pathways: STEM 13 Endorsement Pathways: Public Service 13 Endorsement Pathways: Arts & Humanities 13 Endorsement Pathways: Arts & Humanities Continued 14 Endorsement Pathways: Business 14 SUMMER DUAL ENROLLMENT POLICY 14 Parent & Student Handbook & Guideline Acknowledgement Form 15 1

3 Introduction Our mission at Harmony Public Schools (HPS) is to prepare each student for higher education by providing a safe, caring, and collaborative atmosphere featuring a quality, student-centered educational program with a strong emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Founding members of Harmony Public Schools believe that excelling in math and science prepares youth to succeed in college, the workplace, and the 21st century. Harmony schools demonstrate that, with a high-quality program and the right social and emotional supports in place, all students, regardless of racial or economic background, can achieve outstanding results. At Harmony, students are expected to master their subjects, and every Harmony student graduates college-ready. Our high school program is designed to provide each student with the essential elements of a college prep education, along with opportunities to engage in the exploration of intense study within particular fields of interest. Through the following components, every Harmony student will attain skills and abilities that are necessary to be successful in college and beyond. Required Academic Program for HPS High School Graduation In accordance with House Bill 5, all students are required to choose one endorsement in order to graduate under the State of Texas Foundation High School Plan. Foundation High School Plan with Endorsements with Distinguished Level of Achievement is the default plan all Harmony students are expected to follow. In order to earn a high school diploma from any Harmony Public School, each student must fulfill the core academic requirements. COURSE SELECTION PROCESS The process of choosing your courses is a cooperative effort involving you, your parents, teachers, and school college counselor. The course selection materials can be found on the HSI-Sugar Land website hsisl.org, You can print any or all of these files for your use. The courses that you choose during this course selection process will be treated like a contract. You will be expected to take and complete all the courses on your plan for the upcoming year. No course changes will be allowed without meeting valid criteria. 2

4 Counselor Educational Planning Sessions The first week after Winter Break, counselors host educational planning sessions (Advisory Classes) with their current students in grades 9-11 to review the course request process and to review graduation requirements, college admissions requirements, course offerings, and procedures for making course requests during the advisory classes. Individual Student Planning Meetings (ISP) with Counselors Individual Student Planning (ISP) consists of activities that focus on assisting each student to develop, analyze and evaluate his or her education, career and personal goals and plans. Individual student planning addresses the same objectives for all students in a given grade, and results in a portfolio outlining career and educational pathways. Functions of the counselor in this component include individual advisement, placement and appraisal. School counselors will meet individually with each student to finalize course selections on February 8, 2018 March 9, Helpful tips when registering for courses: Review & Read Program of Studies with your parents. Consult with your school counselor if you have questions. Obtain Parent/Guardian signatures. Infinite Campus terms: Required courses = courses teachers have recommended the student take Alternate courses = courses the student has selected and backup courses if first requests are not available Consider your course selection carefully. Choose courses to fill graduation requirements but remember to take advantage of the many opportunities available Colleges often consider the academic strength of a student s program. Admissions representatives like to see students who have taken challenging courses and exceeded the minimum number of credits in math, science, and languages other than English. While it is important to have a challenging schedule, it is equally important to do well in your classes. Do not select more than you can handle. Senior year should be used to continue to take advantage of academic opportunities. Included with a student s college application is a listing of senior year courses and can impact admission decisions. 3

5 High School Course Selection Process & Timeline Note: In order to schedule individual course selection meetings, please update your contact information with our front office. Otherwise, we will not be able to schedule the meetings. All 8th grade students/parents are REQUIRED to schedule a course selection meeting with his/her counselor for the next year. For more information, please contact our head counselor, Alper Ciftci, aciftci@harmonytx.org At Harmony School of Innovation-Sugar Land, student success is our priority. The selection of classes for the upcoming school year is a large component of student success for high school and beyond. We know that there are many options for students with regards to course selection. Please take time during the course selection and registration time frame to select classes carefully. We would like parents and students to know that during the course selection process, all students will receive a credit check and course selection forms during their first hour class. Through the Individual Student Planning (ISP) Meetings, students will see a course selection presentation prepared by the counselors. They will have a chance to ask questions at that time. From this point, students are asked to complete their course selection process during meetings. Throughout February, counselors will meet with every student to continue the guidance process and ensure that students have selected appropriate courses for graduation and for their post secondary plans. General Course Selection Information: High School Handbook This document provides graduation requirements, sample 4 year plans, and information about the curriculum in honors classes. HSI-Sugar Land Course Selection Guideline Harmony School of Innovation-Sugar Land is committed to providing educational opportunities through which ALL learners strive to achieve their full potential. The Course Selection Guideline includes important information related to course selection process and how it works in our campus. Course Selection Forms: Must be signed and returned to your counselor during your course selection meetings will be held on February 8th-March 9th. Personal Graduation Plan (PGP) (Must be signed) HSI-Sugar Land Course Selection Guideline and High School Student Handbook (Must be signed) Course Selection Form (Must be signed) Automatic Admission Form (Must be signed) 4

6 Course Selection, Registration & Scheduling Timeline ( ) Date February 8th March 9th March 9th May 5th-22nd May 22nd- 25th (Tentative) Event Course selection meetings start Course selection meetings ends AP Appeal Deadline Posting the all AP assignments to the webpage Student and Teacher Schedules are Released/Distributed/Mailed Dual Credit Summer 2018 Timeline Event Date Registration Begins (Summer 2018) March 5 Summer I Session Classes Begin June 4 Last Day to Drop and Receive a "W" for Summer I Session Classes* June 28 Summer II Session Classes Begin July 10 Last Day to Drop and Receive a "W" for full length Summer Classes* July 26 Summer II Semester Ends August 19 5

7 Enrollment Guidelines Advanced Placement (AP ) Program College Board AP Equity and Access Policy The College Board strongly encourages educators to make equitable access a guiding principle for their AP programs by giving all willing and academically prepared students the opportunity to participate in AP. We encourage the elimination of barriers that restrict access to AP for students from ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic groups that have been traditionally underserved. Schools should make every effort to ensure their AP classes reflect the diversity of their student population. The College Board also believes that all students should have access to academically challenging coursework before they enroll in AP classes, which can prepare them for AP success. It is only through a commitment to equitable preparation and access that true equity and excellence can be achieved. Purpose The purpose of establishing enrollment guidelines is to make sure that all willing, motivated and academically prepared students are strategically placed into AP classes. This document summarizes the suggested timeline and artifacts that can be used to gauge student motivation and academic readiness. Timeline The AP class enrollment process is divided into 2 phases. Phase 1 - Exploration, Registration, Approval January February During Phase 1, campuses are encouraged to provide opportunities for students to explore and learn more about various AP courses offered at your campus. Academic counselors and AP teachers should organize AP information events and talk to students personally about registering for AP courses. Academic counselors should discuss career and college aspirations when recommending AP courses. Potential University AP Credit and Placement policies can be considered as well. Examples of activities include: Campus wide AP Program information event Parent information session Class visits by AP teachers Personal course selection meeting with academic counselor AP Student experience presentations 6

8 When approving AP course registrations, the following 2 factors should be considered: 1. Number of concurrent college level courses - gradual increase 2. PSAT 8/9, PSAT 10, or SAT Scores - AP Potential The following table summarizes the suggested PSAT scores and number of concurrent AP enrollments by grade level. AP Language course enrollments are exempt. Students have the right to appeal enrollment decisions to the campus AAP Committee (Advanced Academics Placement Committee). Note: Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Assessment scores will be considered for the AP/Dual Credit Courses enrollment process." Test Data Level # of AP Courses Score Ranges Appx. Percentile PSAT 8/9 (8th ) PSAT 8/9 (9th ) PSAT 10 (10th ) 9th 10th 11th More than 2 AP 1100-up (min 530 on both ERW and Math) Above 98% 2 AP (min.500 on ERW and Math) 90%-up 1 AP (min. 450 on ERW and Math) 78%-90% AAP Committee College Ready students (TSI or SAT) can be offered 1 AP course by AP Committee. Students should show AP potential for enrolled courses based on College Board PSAT report card* N/A More than 3 AP 1200-up (min 550 on both ERW and Math) Above 98% 3 AP 1100-up (min. 510 on ERW and Math) 90%-up 2 AP (min.480 on ERW and Math) 78%-90% AAP Committee College Ready students (TSI or SAT) can be offered 1 or 2 AP course by AP Committee. Students should show AP potential for enrolled courses based on College Board PSAT report card** N/A More than 4 AP 1350-up (min 600 on both ERW and Math) Above 98% 4 AP 1170-up (min. 570 on ERW and Math) 90%-up 3 AP (min.520 on ERW and Math) 80%-90% 2 AP (min. 500 on ERW and Math) 65%-79% AAP Committee College Ready students (TSI or SAT) can be offered 1 or 2 AP course by AP Committee. N/A 7

9 PSAT/NMS QT (11th ) 12th HIGH SCHOOL COURSE SELECTION GUIDE Student should show AP potential for enrolled courses based on College Board PSAT report card*** More than 4 AP 1350-up (min 600 on both ERW and Math) Above 98% 4 AP 1200-up (min 570 on ERW and Math) 90%-up 3 AP (min.530 on ERW and Math) 80%-90% AAP Committee College Ready students (TSI or SAT) can be offered 1 or 2 AP course by AP Committee. Students should show AP potential for enrolled courses based on College Board PSAT report card. N/A 8

10 Honors Enrollment Approval Policy Course Name Honors Algebra - I Enrollment Requirement PSAT 8/9 min. 950 Combined Score (min. 450 on Math) Honors Geometry PSAT 8/9 min. 950 Combined Score (min. 450 on Math) Honors Algebra - II PSAT 8/9 or 10 min. 950 Combined Score (min. 450 on Math) Honors Biology PSAT 8/9 min. 950 Combined Score (min. 450 on EBRW) Honors Chemistry PSAT 8/9 or 10 min. 950 Combined Score (min. 500 on Math) Honors Physics PSAT 8/9 or 10 min. 950 Combined Score (min. 500 on Math) Honors English - I PSAT 8/9 min. 950 Combined Score (min. 450 on EBRW) Honors English - II PSAT 8/9 min. 950 Combined Score (min. 450 on EBRW) NOTE: The ones who do not have PSAT score must provide at least TSI readiness scores to be qualified for Honors courses. The ones who have PSAT combined score will be discussed in the AP Committee to consider PSAT scores, TSI readiness scores, GPA, teachers' recommendations and decide on the enrollment for Honors courses. 9

11 High School Local Credit Placement Policy Level Lab Track Test Data Enrolled Course (LC) FRESHMEN MATH EOC PSAT 8/9 Math Score < 450 and not TSI-Math ready Algebra I EOC Lab EXEMPTION PSAT 8/9 Math Score =/> 450 or TSI-Math ready Elective or Concurrent Core Course ELA EOC PSAT 8/9 EBRW Score < 450 and not TSI-ERW ready English I EOC Lab EXEMPTION PSAT 8/9 EBRW Score =/> 450 or TSI-ERW ready Elective or Concurrent Core Course SOPHOMORE MATH TSI PSAT 8/9 Math Score < 450 and not TSI-Math ready Math TSI Lab I SAT PSAT 8/9 Math Score =/> 450 and TSI-Math ready SAT Math Prep Lab SAT I Math Prep Lab EXEMPTION PSAT 8/9 Math Score %90 percentile or above Elective or Concurrent Core Course ELA EOC PSAT 8/9 EBRW Score < 450 and not TSI-ERW ready English II EOC Lab SAT PSAT 8/9 EBRW Score =/> 450 and TSI-ERW ready SAT ELA Prep Lab I EXEMPTION PSAT 8/9 EBRW Score %90 percentile or above Elective or Concurrent Core Course Elective or Concurrent Core Course JUNIOR SENIOR MATH & ELA MATH & ELA TSI TSI (M+R+W) Not Ready TSI Lab II SAT TSI (M+R+W) Ready SAT Prep Lab II EXEMPTION PSAT 10 Composite Score %90 percentile or above Elective or Concurrent Core Course TSI TSI (M+R+W) Not Ready Math/ELA* TSI Lab / College Prep SAT TSI (M+R+W) Ready but needs to increase SAT score SAT Prep Lab** EXEMPTION Any College Ready Score from SAT / ACT / TSI Elective or Concurrent Core Course * Seniors who are not TSI ready must take College Prep Math / ELA course! If we cannot have a class size, the students will be tracked/guided in TSI Labs. ** Senior SAT Lab is optional and might be semesterly! 10

12 All Course Offerings Math (Can receive math credits from following courses) Regular Prerequisite Advanced Options Prerequisite Advanced Option Other options Dual Credit Option 9th Algebra-1 Mathematics 8 Algebra-1 Honors Mathematics 8 N/A N 10th Geometry Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Algebra 1 N/A N 11th Algebraic Reasoning/Algebra-2 Algebra 1 Algebra-2 Honors Algebra 1 N/A Y 12th 4th Credit Math Course (See below) Course dependent Course dependent N/A Y 4th Credit Math Courses Algebraic Reasoning Pre-calculus AP Calculus BC Statistics AP Computer Science A Algebra II AP Calculus AB AP Statistics Digital Electronics College Prep Math (Seniors) Science Regular Prerequisite Advanced Options Prerequisite Advanced Option Other options Dual Credit Option 9th Biology None Honors Biology None N/A N 10th Chemistry None Honors Chemistry None N/A Y 11th Physics None Honors Physics or AP Physics I None N/A N 12th 4th credit science course * None N/A 4th Credit Science Courses Anatomy and Physiology Scientific Research and Design Medical Microbiology Engineering Science AP Physics II AP Biology AP Chemistry Pathophysiology AP Physics I AP Physics C 11

13 English HIGH SCHOOL COURSE SELECTION GUIDE Regular Prere quisite SPED Option ESL Option Advanced Option Prerequisite Advanced Option Other options Dual Credit Option 9th English I None English I MOD ESOL I English Honors None N 10th English II None English II MOD ESOL II English II Honors English I or English I Honors N 11th English III None English III English III AP English Language English II or English II Honors Y 12th English IV None English IV MOD Will have to check with the ESL coordinator. Many students won't need a 4th year in ESL AP English Literature English III or AP English Language College Prep English (for students who are not college ready in ELA) Y Social Studies Regular Prerequisite Advanced Options Prerequisite Advanced Option Other options Dual Credit Option 9th World Geography None AP Human Geography None NA N N 10th World History None AP World History None NA N N 11th U.S History None AP U.S History None NA Y Y 12th U.S. Government & Politics/Econ omics None NA Y Y 12

14 Endorsement Choices All endorsements must be finalized at the end of the 9th grade year. The selected endorsement will be continued throughout the remaining high school years. Additional pathways may be taken as electives beside the original endorsement pathway. Due to our 4x4 rigorous curriculum the students will have opportunity to earn multiple endorsements. Arts & Humanities, Business & Industry, Multidisciplinary (completion of core earns this endorsement), STEM, Public Service Endorsement Pathways: STEM STEM Science Pathway STEM PLTW/CTE Pathway STEM PLTW/CTE Pathway STEM Math Pathway 9 Biology Fundamentals of Computer Science 10 Chemistry Computer Science Principles Intro. to Eng. Design Engineering Science Algebra I Geometry 11 Physics Computer Science A Civil Engineering/Digital Electronics Algebra II 12 4th Science Scientific Research & Design/ Engineering(PLTW) Computer Science A/Scientific Research & Design Pre-calculus PLUS 5th Science 5th Math 13

15 Endorsement Pathways: Public Service STEM PLTW/CTE Pathway STEM CTE Pathway 9 Principles of Biomedical Science Principles of Health Science Principles of Health Science/Medical Terminology 10 Human Body System Medical Terminology Anat.& Phys. 11 Medical Intervention Anat.& Phys. Medical Microbiology/ AP Biology 12 Anat.& Phys. Pathophysiology Pathophysiology Endorsement Pathways: Arts & Humanities Course Names 9 World Geog./AP Human Geog. LOTE Spanish I Art I Art I 10 World History/AP World History LOTE Spanish II Art II Design Art II Ceramics 11 US History/AP US Hist. / Dual US History LOTE Spanish III Art III Design Art III Ceramics 12 US Govt & Econ/Dual US Govt&Econ AP Span. Lang./AP Span. Lit. AP Studio Art & Design AP Studio Art & Drawing PLUS 5th Social Studies Endorsement Pathways: Arts & Humanities Continued Course Names 9 Music I Orch. Music I Choir Music I Inst. E 10 Music II Orch. Music II Choir Music II Inst. E 11 Music III Orch. Music III Choir Music III Inst. E 12 Music IV Orch. Music IV Choir Music IV Inst. E 14

16 Endorsement Pathways: Business 9 Principles of Information Technology Course Names Creative Writ. Debate I 10 Digital Media 11 Web Technologies Adv. Journalism I: Yearbook/Newspaper Adv. Journalism II: Yearbook/Newspaper Debate II Debate III 12 Computer Programming Adv. Journalism III: Yearbook/Newspaper Ind. Studies in Debate SUMMER DUAL ENROLLMENT POLICY Dual Credit courses are courses offered for dual credit from agreements between high schools, universities and community colleges whereby a high school student enrolls in a college course and simultaneously earns college credit and high school credit for the course. To ensure that students are taking meaningful dual credit courses, they need to be aware of the requirements and degree/certification requirements in their field of interest as well as their two-year college and their future four-year college. By tracking students college coursework along with their high school graduation plan, students should be aware of their progress toward the college goals. 15

17 Please check Summer Dual Credit eligibility criteria by looking at the table below. SUMMER DUAL ENROLLMENT POLICY Current Level Up to 2 DC Up to 4 DC 8th rs N/A N/A Freshman PSAT 8/9 between and above Sophomores PSAT 10 between and above Juniors PSAT NMSQT between and above If the students don't meet the criteria above, they can appeal for one dual credit if their GPA is 3.5 and above. AP committee will consider each students and finalize the decision. We have an agreement with both HCC and Lone Star. A student can take the Dual Credit from both colleges as long as they have apply online and create an account. HCC is free for all students and more convenient for in person classes. You need to complete and turn in HCC Dual Credit Forms, Meningitis Shot Record and Test scores (SAT, ACT, or TSI). Lone Star charges only service fee based on the number of credits and more convenient for Online classes. You need to turn in LSCC Exceptional Admission Form, LSCC Parental Consent Form and Test Scores (SAT, ACT,or TSI). All courses will be approved based on the College Core Curriculum. 16

18 Parent & Student Handbook & Guideline Acknowledgement Form I acknowledge that I have been provided the HIS-Sugar Land Course Selection Guide and HPS High School Handbook of HIS-Sugarland. I understand that I should consult with an assigned counselor of HIS-Sugarland regarding any questions not answered in the guideline. HIS-Sugar Land reserves the right to modify and eliminate information in this guideline at any time. All changes will be communicated through official notices, and I understand that revised information may supersede, modify, or eliminate existing rules/procedures. Furthermore, I have received the HPS High School Handbook , and I understand that it is my responsibility to read and comply with the policies contained in this handbook and any revisions made to it. PLEASE SIGN THAT YOU HAVE READ AND AGREE TO THE GUIDELINES CONTAINED IN THE HANDBOOK AND RETURN THIS PAGE TO YOUR COUNSELOR. Student Name Signature Date Parent/Guardian Name Signature Date 17

TABLE OF CONTENTS Credit for Prior Learning... 74

TABLE OF CONTENTS Credit for Prior Learning... 74 Credit by Examination...74 Specific Course Credit...74 General Education and Associate Degree Credit by Exam...74 Advanced Placement (AP) Examination: