Sherwood High School Welcome Preparing for the 2011 2012 School Year!
What Courses Should Students Take? Students should plan their schedules keeping the end in mind. (college/career) Students should take courses that challenge them the most. Students schedules should contain honors and Advanced Placement courses. Students must complete 22 credits (28 possible in a full-time four-year program)
Planning for College/Career Rigor Mathematics courses beyond Algebra II and Geometry with grade of B or better 3-4 credits of Science with grade of B or better 2 or more credits in Foreign Language with grade of B or better, or 2 or more credits in Advanced Technology with grade of B or better
Planning for College/Career Most colleges look for foreign languages. Score of 1650 or higher on SAT I or 24 or higher on ACT or both A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale Internships related to field of interest for some students
Graduation Requirements English (4 credits) Social Studies (3 credits) Science (3 credits) Math (4 credits) Technology (1 credit) Fine Arts (1 credit) Physical Education (1 credit) Health (1/2 credit)
Additional Graduation Requirements Program Completion Foreign Language (2 credits), or Advanced Technology (2 credits), or Career Development Program Student Service Learning Hours (75 hours) High School Assessments Algebra/data analysis Biology English 10
English Social Studies Science Mathematics Other Courses
English 9 Honors English English 9 On Level 9 th Grade Elective: Theatre English 10 Honors English 11 Honors AP 11 English 10 On Level Electives Grades 10-12: Radio Production Journalism Yearbook Theatre Creative Writing World Literature English 12 Honors AP 12 English 12 On Level ESOL Language classes satisfy English requirement
Social Studies US History Honors US History AP NSL 9th Grade NSL Honors NSL AP NSL AP US History Honors US 10th Grade MW History Honors MW History AP MW History 11th Grade Electives for Grades 11 and 12: Psychology, Comparative Religions, Law I/II, Philosophy, African American History, Latin American History, Global Issues, Sociology I/II, AP Psychology, AP European History, AP Comparative Government, AP US History, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics
Mathematics Algebra 1 - SP or DP Geometry - SP or DP Algebra 2 SP - Single Period, DP - Double Period Electives: Quantitative Literacy, Business Math, Statistics, AP Statistics Pre-Calculus Calculus AP/Applications
Science H Matter & Energy H Biology Biology H Physics 9th Grade H Biology Biology H Chemistry Chemistry H Biology DP Sem 1 H Chemistry DP Sem 2 10th Grade H Chemistry Chemistry Elective H Physics Physics Elective Elective 11th Grade Electives: Anatomy & Physiology, Astronomy, Biological Anthropology, Horticultural Science, Molecular Biology, Earth Space Systems, Environmental Science, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics, AP Environmental Science, Wildlife Biology, Medical Careers
Foreign Language French Spanish Italian Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Regular Level 3 Honors Level 4 Honors * Italian is offered through level four Level 5 Honors AP Spanish (Language and Literature) AP French (Language)
Physical Education Physical Education Grade 9: General P.E. (1 st or 2 nd semester) Concentrated or Specialty P.E. (1 st or 2 nd semester) Grades 10 12: Concentrated or Specialty P.E. (students can repeat the same course for credit; example: Weight training)
Health Comprehensive Health On-level or Honors Required Family Life and Human Development Elective course
Academy Of Visual & Performing Arts: Art Electives 9 th Grade 10 th, 11, & 12 th Grades Foundations of Art Fashion Design Photo 2 Ceramics 1 Ceramics 2 Studio Art 1 Photo 3 Photography 1 Ceramics 3 Studio Art 2 & 3 Advanced Digital Digital Photography AP Art History Digital Art 11 th & 12 th Grades Art History AP Studio Art
Academy Of Visual & Performing Arts: Music Electives 9 th Grade 10 th, 11, & 12 th Grades Chorus 1 Chorus 2 Jazz Lab Concert Band Electronic Music Jazz Choir Jazz Band Symphonic Orchestra Piano Show Choir Symphonic Band Electronic Music Guitar Chamber Singers Guitar 11 th & 12 th Grades Piano AP Music Theory
Engineering and Technology Education INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN Project Lead the Way: students who like or have an interest in math and science interested in engineering as a possible field of study should take IED in 9 th grade FOUNDATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Develop a deep understanding of the characteristics and scope of technology and the influence on history, along with the relationships and ** connections between technology and other fields of study. DESIGNING TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS This course combines Foundations of Technology with learning computer programming for Lego Mindstorm Robots.
Career Pathway Programs: Program Completers Academy of Health Professions/Medical Careers Academy of Hospitality and Tourism / Hospitality Management Early Child Development/Teacher Academy of Maryland Engineering ** Entrepreneurship and Business Computer Science and Interactive Media College and Career Research and Development Internships Video Production
Academies at SHS Academy of the Arts Academy of Environmental and Horticultural Sciences Academy of Business and Hospitality Academy of Computer Science and Engineering Academy of Teacher Education Academy of Health Professions
Why Academies? Students will be more connected to high school when they can relate their educational program to college and real world experiences. Students will build relationships with staff and one another allowing for more meaningful educational experiences. Students will achieve greater academic success when they are fully engaged in the program.
Why Academies? The greater the rigor, the more doors that open for students. Each pathway in an academy will be challenging and prepare the student for either college or the world of work. Pathways: Two to three credits in required courses specific to the pathway Possibly one elective course that relates to the pathway Value Added experiences specific to the nature of the pathway Capstone Experience in Grade 12
Sample: Visual Arts Pathway in Academy of the Arts Required Courses (One credit): Ceramics/Sculpture 1A/B Foundations of Art A/B Photography 1 A/B Studio Art 1 A/B Digital Art A/B Required Elective Courses (Two or more credits): Ceramics/Sculpture 2 & 3 A/B Advanced Digital Art A/B Photography 2 & 3 A/B Studio Art 2 & 3 A/B AP Art History Fashion Design Value Addeds : Examples: guest speakers, field trips pertaining to the arts, college visits, etc. CAPSTONE in Grade 12: Internship OR College Course OR Guided Research
Sample: Business Administration/Accounting Pathway in Academy of Business and Hospitality Required Courses: Accounting A/B Honors Advanced Accounting A/B Entrepreneurship and Business Management A/B Value Addeds : Examples: guest speakers, field trips pertaining to business, college visits, etc. CAPSTONE in Grade 12: Internship, Business/Finance A/B OR AP Macroeconomics/AP Microeconomics OR Business/Finance Guided Research
Marketability for College: Strong G.P.A. Honors and Advanced Placement courses Strong SAT and/or ACT scores Athletics and/or Service and/or Extracurricular activities Internships or work experiences related to field of interest Possible college courses through Montgomery College offered at SHS
Athletics Fall: Spring: Football (V & JV) Cross Country Golf Boys Soccer Girls Volleyball Girls Tennis Girls Soccer Field Hockey Baseball (V & JV) Boys Lacrosse Boys Volleyball Gymnastics Softball (V & JV) Track Girls Lacrosse Coed Volleyball Boys Tennis Winter: Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Indoor Track Swimming and Diving Wrestling Year Long: Cheerleading Poms
Activities Academic Computer Club Speech and Prose Honor Societies: National, Art, French, German, Spanish, Mu Alpha Theta It s Academic Mathletes Mock Trial Science Club Service Amnesty International Green Team Interact Project Change Key Club SADD S.G.A. Freshman Class Sophomore Class Junior Class Senior Class Clubs Band Best Buddies C.A.S.T. Break dancing Creative Writing Drama F.B.L.A. F.C.A. F.E.A. Free Fall International Club Model U.N. Stage Crew Stand Proud Step Team Shakespeare Club Technology Club Young Democrats Young Republicans
Alternatives to Full Day Enrollment for Seniors College and Career and Research Development (CCRD) Internships Sherwood College Programs
Transitioning from Middle School to High School Counseling perspective Four year plan Preparing your resume Classroom performance Time management Responsibility: Handing in homework, making up assignments, reassess opportunities, no unexcused absences or tardies Attitude towards achievement = Get good grades; they are permanent
Promotion Policy Grade 9 10 requires 5 credits 1 credit math 1 credit English Grade 10 11 requires 10 credits 2 credits math 2 credits English 1 credit science 1 credit social studies
S.T.A.R.S The purpose of this program is to prepare students for a successful high school experience. Practice in note-taking, organization, time management, test taking and goal setting Introduction to extra-curricular activities Getting acquainted with the school s layout Meet new people Registration materials will be mailed home at the beginning of March Held at Sherwood High School Each session consists of 3 days Tuesday Thursday, 6 8:30 pm Choice of 4 sessions during the summer July 12-14 July 19-21 July 26-28 August 2-4 Cost - $75 (subject to change)
Dates to Note May Course selections sent home with 4 th marking period interims for verification May Registration open for STARS Program August (to be announced) 2011-9 th grade students will attend a half day orientation session at Sherwood High School. August 2011- An information night for 9 th grade parents will be presented at Sherwood High School. Fall of 2011 - Meeting with 9 th grade students will be held by counselors to assist with the transition to high school.