Klein Collins High School Course Registration for 2014-15 Incoming 9 th graders
EOC Endorsement
3 Requirements to Graduate Earn 26 State Credits Pass required State Courses Pass required 5 End of Course (EOC) Exams
End of Course Exams (EOC) You must successfully complete the following EOC exams. Level II or above. English 1 English 2 Algebra 1 Biology US History For more information go to: KCHS website Testing
Credits State Credits - count toward graduation 26 Credits Required 1 Full Year Class = 1 Credit 1 Semester Class = 0.5 Credit 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!
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS GRADUATION PLAN 2014-2015 Academic Discipline Endorsement Distinguished* *Eligible for top 10% admissions to Texas public 4-year institutions and TEXAS Grant eligibility. Discipline Credits Credits English 4 4 Math 4 4* Science 4 4 Social Studies 3 3 Foreign Language 2 2 Fine Arts 1 1 Physical Education 1 1 Electives 7 7 Total Credits for Graduation: 26 26 Revised February 3, 2014 *must include Algebra 2
FOUNDATION GRADUATION PLAN WITH ENDORSEMENT Revised February 3, 2014
Required Coursework 2 years of Foreign Language Spanish French German Latin Must take 2 years of the same language or 2 Computer Programming Languages (Computer Science 1 and 2)
Required Coursework 1 year of Fine Art Art Band Orchestra Choir Theater (Performance or Technical) 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
Athletics 9 th Football, Track and Girls Basketball are the only open enrollment sport at KCHS All other sports require tryouts and/or coach approval Sign up for PE until approved by coach or tryouts occur Coach contact information on KC website and in your packet
Career and Technical Education (CTE) cutting-edge, rigorous courses that prepare students for a wide range of high-wage, high-skill, high-demand careers
Why take CTE? Participate in hands-on, real-world training Join student organizations and gain leadership experience Learn the soft skills colleges and employers seek Build your resume and portfolio Be better prepared for college and career by saving time and money Obtain possible scholarships Earn business and industry recognized certifications for employment Earn core graduation credits in Science, Fine Arts, and Speech Graduate with an Endorsement in Business/Industry, STEM, or Public Services
Graduation Endorsements / CTE Programs of Study Business & Industry Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Architecture and Construction Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications Business Management & Administration and Finance Hospitality and Tourism Information Technology Manufacturing Marketing Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Graduation Endorsements / CTE Programs of Study STEM Endorsement STEM: Engineering, Electronics, Robotics & Automation Public Services Endorsement Culinary Arts Education & Training Health Science Human Services related to education Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Securities
Sample CTE Certifications Business & Industry Endorsement Microsoft Office Specialist Master Certification (MOS) Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) ServeSafe Food Safety Certification American Welding Society (AWS ) Certification Cosmetology, Operator License CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA) STEM Endorsement Autodesk AutoCAD Public Services Endorsement Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certified Pharmacy Technician (CphT)
Schools of Choice International Baccalaureate International Business Academy
Begin with the End in Mind What is your career interest? What CTE 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!
Advanced Academics Pre AP, AP, & Dual Credit Rigorous coursework & more homework Preparation of AP/DC classes Earn college credit Extra grade points Be better prepared for college Advanced Measure Distinguished Plan Limited opportunity for schedule changes. Consider your schedule, extra curricular activities, and other responsibilities. for
Additional Information Class Catalog & CTE Catalog Forms and info packets Classmates, teachers, and family Counselors email, before/after school
Course Selection Sheets Listing of the courses available Key * = 1 Semester Class + = Approval Required $ = Fee Required F = Form Required = Prerequisite Required Keep for your records
Course Request List Form List the Course Name and Course Number 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
FOUR YEAR PLAN Revised February 3, 2014 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 List sheet!
Online Data Entry Meet with Counselor Bring 4-Year Plan & Course Request Form Review at home via Parent Connection
Deadline for Schedule Changes Check them carefully! 7 Class Periods Electives Schedule Change Deadline is June 12,2014 JUNE 12 th
To Do Review Course Selection Sheet Complete the Course Request Form Learn more about class options Check for prerequisites, fees, forms, etc. Turn in 4-Year Plan and Course Request Form
Transcript Official academic record Semester averages Total credits earned EOC, GPA, Rank Send to colleges & scholarships
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 your GPA and Class Rank start your 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 GRADE POINT VALUES Course Average GT/AP/PreAP/Dual Credit Advanced Regular 100 6.0 5.5 5.0 99 5.9 5.4 4.9 98 5.8 5.3 4.8 97 5.7 5.2 4.7 96 5.6 5.1 4.6 95 5.5 5.0 4.5 94 5.4 4.9 4.4 93 5.3 4.8 4.3 92 5.2 4.7 4.2 91 5.1 4.6 4.1 90 5.0 4.5 4.0 89 4.9 4.4 3.9 88 4.8 4.3 3.8 87 4.7 4.2 3.7 86 4.6 4.1 3.6 85 4.5 4.0 3.5 84 4.4 3.9 3.4 83 4.3 3.8 3.3 82 4.2 3.7 3.2 81 4.1 3.6 3.1 80 4.0 3.5 3.0 79 3.8 3.3 2.8 78 3.6 3.1 2.6 77 3.4 2.9 2.4 76 3.2 2.7 2.2 75 3.0 2.5 2.0 74 1.8 *2.8 1.8 *2.3 1.8 73 1.6 *2.6 1.6 *2.1 1.6 72 1.4 *2.4 1.4 *1.9 1.4 71 1.2 *2.2 1.2 *1.7 1.2 70 1.0 *2.0 1.0 *1.5 1.0
KCHS Website Announcements, Deadlines, College and Scholarship information, other useful information http://kleincollins.kleinisd.net/
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