Klein Collins High School Incoming 9 th Grade Parent Information & Course Registration for 2012 13
Keys to Success in High School 1. Strong study skills. 2. Completion of homework in preparation for class. 3. Use time efficiently. Do not procrastinate. 4. Learn responsibility. 5. Develop communication skills with parents, teachers, counselors, administrators, and peers. 6. High school students should use the resources provided to help them be successful. Tutoring, Teacher websites, online textbooks, etc.
Tips for your new high school student: Strive for good grades. GPA starts in 9 th grade. Begin a student resume/portfolio. Get involved in Klein Collins clubs and organizations make an impact.
3 Requirements to Graduate Earn 26 State Credits Pass required State Courses Pass required End of Course (EOC) Exams
Credits State Credits count toward graduation 26 Credits Required 1 Full Year Class = 1 Credit 1 Semester Class = 0.5 Credit Minimum of 6 state credits and 1 yr of high school required to move from 9 th to 10 th grade Local Credits do not count toward graduation (Office Aide, Student Leadership, etc.) Denied Credit Student does not earn credit due to excessive absences, despite passing grades! ATTENDANCE COUNTS, EVERYONE, EVERYDAY!
Graduation Plans Recommended Plan Distinguished Plan To be eligible for admission at a Texas Four Year Public Institution, students must successfully complete the Recommended or Distinguished high school program. Texas Education Code (state law)
Recommended High School Program 4 years of English 4 years of Math 4 years of Social Studies 4 years of Science 2 years of Foreign Lang. 1 year of PE/Equivalent 1 year of Fine Art Speech: Communication Applications or Professional Communications (0.5 credit) Electives 26 Credits
Distinguished High School Program 26 Credits Same course requirements as Recommended 3 years of Foreign Language 4 Advanced Measures AP scores Dual Credit Articulated courses National Merit on PSAT
Required Coursework 2 years of Foreign Language Spanish French German Latin Must take 2 years of the same language
Required Coursework 1 year of Fine Art Art Band Orchestra Choir Theater Dance Color Guard Floral Design
Required Coursework 1 year of PE or Equivalent PE Athletics Cheerleading (S1 only) ROTC (waiver) Drill Team (waiver) Marching Band (S1 only, w) Can earn up to 4 PE credits
Advanced Academics: Pre AP 9 th 11 th Rigorous coursework & more homework Extra grade points Be better prepared for college Prepare for AP or DC classes that will help you earn college credit 10 th 12th
Advanced Academics: continued Who can take PreAP courses? These courses are open enrollment, but student, parent, current teacher, and counselor input is important What if a student is struggling in a PreAP class? A student may choose to exit a PreAP class during the 1 st 6wks or at the end of the semester. Is there a limit to the number of PreAP courses a student can take? No, but one must consider the student s needs, overall course load, and extra curricular commitments. Advance Placement and Dual Credit courses available 10 th 12 th grades.
Typical 9 th Grade Schedule English 1 (Regular, PreAP, GT) Math Algebra 1 or Geometry (Regular, PreAP, GT) Science Biology (Regular, PreAP, GT) Social Studies World Geography (Regular, PreAP, GT) PE/Athletics Foreign Language, Fine Art, and/or electives
End of Course Exams (EOC) You must successfully complete the following EOC exams. English 1, English 2, English 3 Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 Biology, Chemistry, Physics World Geography, World History, US History EOC scores will count as 15% of the final grade For more information go to: Klein ISD website or TEA website at: http://www.tea.state.tx.us/index2.aspx?id=2147485434&menu_id=6 92&menu_id2=796&cid=2147483661
Plan for the Future 2 year College Military 4 year University Work Choices made NOW determine the options available in the future choose wisely!
Career & Technical Education (CTE) 15 Career Clusters Why take CTE? Learn about jobs Certification Articulated credit 2 or 3 period classes require planning!
Career & Technical Education (CTE) Programs to plan for: Cosmetology Agriculture
Career & Technical Education (CTE) Auto Tech Vet Tech
Career & Technical Education (CTE) Health Science Child Care
Course Selection Process Paperwork Four Year Plan Course Selection Sheets Other Information
Four Year Plan Use pencil Include any courses you have taken in Middle School that you will receive high school credit for Fill in blanks with classes you plan to take Check required classes Turn in with your Course Request Sheet!
Course Selection Sheets 7 Class Periods 4 Core Classes + 3 Electives 1 Full year Class = 1 Period 2 Semester Classes = 1 Period 3 Alternates Student and Parent Signatures
Online Data Entry Students will be entering course selections into grade speed/parent connect. Parents and students can review course selections at home via Parent Connection until January 10 th 2011.
Verification Sheets This Spring Check them carefully! 7 Class Periods Electives Schedule Change Deadline is June 8, 2012 JUNE 8 th
Transcript Official academic record Semester averages Total credits earned EOCs, GPA, Rank A Transcript is a tool that Colleges use evaluate potential students.
GPA and Class Rank GPA (Grade Point Average) Grade points are awarded in each course and will eventually be used to calculate your GPA. GPA determines your class rank. Colleges consider GPA and Class Rank for admission decisions. Remember GPA and Class Rank start in 9 th grade year!
How Do I Earn Grade Points? Semester averages are used to determine grade points Advance courses receive more grade points How to Calculate your GPA power point is online on the KCHS website
AVID 4 year program designed to support students who are taking upper level classes for the first time. Learn study skills AVID teacher provides support Tutors work with students during the school day If interested, discuss with intermediate counselor and they will add this course to course selections Someone will contact you with further information about the application and interview process.
IB/IBA IB (International Baccalaureate Program) offered at Klein Oak High School. Please contact Liz Krottinger for further information. 832 484 5042/lkrottinger1@kleinisd.net IBA (International Business Academy) offered at Klein Forest High School. Please contact LaQuesha Grigsby for further information. 832 484 4758 /lgrigsby@kleinisd.net
Additional Information KC Website: Counseling page Teacher websites Class Catalog & CTE Catalog Forms & info packets Counselors, classmates, teachers, and family
Questions?
Schedule Change Deadline June 8, 2012 Contact your middle school counselor if you have course selection questions after tonight.
Welcome to Klein Collins!