Transitioning from Middle School to High School Point Isabel ISD Port Isabel Junior High Port Isabel High School
Welcome & Congratulations! You are about to move from 8 th grade PIJH to 9 th grade PIHS! Lots of changes to learn about. Lots of help and support for you during your transition. Let s look at some of the things we should consider.
From Middle School to High School Changes to expect More freedoms New challenges New peer group and friends New program of Study (includes academies, advanced coursework, post-secondary plans)
Things to do to Prepare for change: Develop decision-making and organizational skills Learn as much as possible about the new school s expectations Visit before the first day, and/or participate in FISH Camp Organize notebooks, planners, etc. get help as needed
Preparing... Continued Identify support systems and people within the school Blend, look around, fit in Trial and error works, but know you may ask for help
Making choices Academic choices Career and Technical Class Choices Dual/AP/Pre-AP choices Elective choices Extra-curricular activities (clubs, sports, community service, work) Peer groups High school courses taken in middle school
FISH Camp This program provides upcoming 9 th grade students with a head start on their high school career by learning what their freshmen year is all about before it begins. Students will have an opportunity to meet with fellow classmates, peer mentors, administrators, teachers, and counselors. They will also participate in campus tours and explore extracurricular activities. Check with PIHS for specific dates!
Senior High School Credits for Junior High Students in Port Isabel Algebra I Speech Spanish I
3 High School Graduation Options Minimum 22-credit program Recommended 26-credit program Distinguished 26-credit program + a combination of FOUR advanced measures (AP tests; National Merit Recognition on the PSAT; dual credit courses with grades of 80% or better)
Recommended High School Program of Study 4 years English/Language Arts* 4 years Mathematics* 4 years Social Sciences* 4 years Science* 2 years of a foreign language (same language)* 1 credit of Performing Fine Arts* 1 credit Physical Education * ½ credit Speech/Professional Communications* Electives * Total: 26 credits required *There are specific course requirements to meet for all graduation plans and scholarship eligibility. The state of Texas and most Universities require students to follow the recommended plan for admission to their college or university.
Career Clusters Cluster #1: Principals of Information Technology & Principals of Arts and Audio Visual Technology* Cluster #2: Principals of Business, Marketing and Finance & Principals of Human Services* Cluster #3: Principals of Manufacturing & Principals of Architecture and Construction* *Students choose one career cluster to follow throughout their high school career. This helps to determine career paths and elective courses.
Freshman Course Listings
Things to consider throughout middle grades and high school Educational and/or career goals Senior high school options (Careers, Dual classes, AP classes, Pre-AP classes, Testing, colleges and universities and more) Developing interests and/or talents High school graduation options
Things to consider in choosing a graduation option What are my educational and/or career goals? Will I be ready for a job or to enter college after high school? Will I meet admissions requirements for a college or career outside of Florida? Will I meet eligibility for a scholarship? (test scores, GPA, community service) Will I meet NCAA eligibility requirements? How about athletic/talent eligibility?
Who Can Help with Questions and Concerns in Middle/High School? School Counselor School Principal School Assistant Principals Parent Involvement Specialists College Advisors Teachers
Tools to Monitor Progress Student/Parent Portal Report Card Progress Report Career Portfolio/ePEP/Bright Futures Eligibility Student History By Subject Area Standardized Test Score Reports (FCAT, PSAT, PLAN, ACT, SAT) Schools now also have student dashboards with individualized test score analysis.
Tools for Success Student Planner/Agenda Subject Area Notebooks Daily Schedule Graduation Checklist Research (Media Center, Internet, local library) Review Classwork/notes Daily READ, READ, READ!
Other Things to Consider The transition to middle or high school tends to cause worry and stress in many students look for answers on how to develop a new identity by getting involved in things at Port Isabel High High School environment tend to be more mature and demanding Seek guidance from teachers, school counselors and administrators in finding opportunities, etc Remember, you CAN do it and you WILL succeed!