* Transition to High School. the next step in your future

* Transition to High School. the next step in your future

* *6 period day/ 57 minute classes 6 minutes pass time *Progress Report every 6 weeks *Final grades posted at the conclusion of each semester *Yearlong Course = 1.0 credits *One Semester Course =.5 credits *Grading Scale: A (90-100) B (80-89) C (70-79)

Rising 9 th Grade Teacher Instructional Level Recommendations Teachers will make instructional level course recommendations using a combination of the following: Current academic performance (grade) Unit (summative) assessments 7 th Grade Georgia Milestone Results Work Habits/Recovery Attempts Parents will receive a copy of the high school course recommendations in mid-january. If you have questions/concerns regarding the teacher recommendation(s), please contact the subject area teacher.

* Coursework Regular/On Level Accelerated Non Honors Honors Advanced Placement (AP)Balance Balance Current teachers will use course academic performance and test data to make recommendations for 9 th grade courses. Teachers make these recommendations independently of other courses. Thus, a student may recommended for all honors and advanced placement courses. best choices - but, remember, balance! Weigh academic course load with other activities in which your child would like to be involved. Evaluate your student s response to stress and pressure. Is your student proactive and self-motivated to seek academic assistance/support. The pattern of course rigor should increase as students progress, not decrease. Make a decisions that are in the best interest of your student. You will have 2 to 3 opportunities to finalize core course placement and elective requests. There are minimal changes at the high school level.

Accelerated Course Offerings - But, not Honors An accelerated course is a course that is at least one year ahead of the grade level. It is possible for a student to be recommended for an accelerated course, but not honors. 9 th Grade Accelerated Non Honors Course Offerings 10 th Grade Literature 10 th Grade Geometry These courses do not receive an additional 7 points

Honors vs. Advanced Placement HONORS COURSES - The curriculum is developed by the state, school system or specific school to meet the needs of talented students. An Honors class has a similar curriculum offered in the corresponding regular class, but may cover additional topics or some topics in greater depth. AP (ADVANCED PLACEMENT) COURSES are designed to prepare students to take the College Board sponsored Advanced Placement (AP) exam. These national curricula are developed by both high school and college teachers under the guidance of the College Board. Most universities award college credit based on AP exam scores. Both, Honors and AP courses, receive 7 additional points to the semester ending grade

9 th Grade Honors and Advanced Placement Course Offerings Honors 9 th Grade Literature H 10 th Grade Literature H Advanced Placement AP American Government AP Human Geography Biology H Acc. Alg./Geometry A Acc. Alg./Geometry B Geometry H

Literature Course Progression 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade 9th Grade 10th Grade American World Literature Composition Composition Literature and Literature and Literature and Composition (required one semester) Senior Language Arts elective (one semester) Honors 9th Grade Honors 10th Grade Honors American AP Literature/Comp Composition and Composition and Literature and or Literature Literature Composition or AP Language College English and Honors American Literature This progression chart is based on historical student progression or matriculation. As students continue to earn an increased number of high school credits in middle school coupled with additional high school /college options, there will be a number of progression paths for students. Once a student begins high school, you can work with your assigned counselor to determine

This progression chart is based on historical student progression or matriculation. As students continue to earn an increased number of high school credits in middle school coupled with additional high school /college options, there will be a number of progression paths for students. Once a student begins high school, you can work with your assigned counselor to determine specific course progression Math Progression 9 th Grade 10 th Grade 11 th Grade 12 th Grade Algebra Analytic Geometry Advanced Algebra Pre Calculus Advanced Math Decision Making Accelerated Algebra 2/ Geometry B Honors Accelerated Pre Calculus Honors Accelerated Pre Calculus Honors AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Statistics Geometry Geometry Honors Advanced Algebra Advanced Honors Algebra AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Statistics AP Calculus BC, Calculus 2/3 or AP Statistics )

Social Studies Progression 9 th Grade 10 th Grade 11 th Grade 12 th Grade AP Government (year-long) Teacher Recommendation World History US History Economics (one semester) AP Human Geography ( year-long) Teacher recommendation There isn t a 9 th grade social studies course offering. AP World History AP US History AP Macroeconomics (one semester) AP World History AP US History AP Macroeconomics (one semester) AND AP American Government (one semester) American Government (one semester) This progression chart is based on historical student progression or matriculation. As students continue to earn an increased number of high school credits in middle school coupled with additional high school /college options, there will be a number of progression paths for students. Once a student begins high school, you can work with your assigned counselor to determine specific course progression

Science Course Progression 9 th Grade 10 th Grade 11 th Grade 12 th Grade Biology Physical Science Environmental Science 4 th Year Science Biology Honors Physical Science Honors Chemistry Physics Chemistry Physics 4 th Year Science Chemistry Honors AP Physics 4 th Year Science This progression chart is based on historical student progression or matriculation. As students continue to earn an increased number of high school credits in middle school coupled with additional high school /college options, there will be a number of progression paths for students. Once a student begins high school, you can work with your assigned counselor to determine specific course progression

*Four Year Plan 1. English 1. English 1. English 1. English 2. Math 2. Math 2. Math 2. Math 3. Science 3. S. S. 3. S. S. 3. S. S. ( Economics) 4. WL 4. Science 4. Science 4. S.S.(American Government) 5. 5. 5. 5. 6. 6. 6. 6. 7. Person. Fit.*

* In middle school grades are calculated using the system of averages. Example 8 th grade English *Semester 1-60 grade *Semester 2-80 grade *Yearly average- 70 In high school grades are not averaged Each semester is independent. Example 9 th grade English *Semester 1-60 *Semester 2-80 *No yearly average (student passes class) (Student fails 1 st semester and the.5 credit must be made up)

*Graduation Requirements CLASS of 2022: 23 credits required *English 4 credits *Math 4 credits *Science 4 credits *Social Studies 3 credits *CTAE/World Language/Fine Arts* 3 credits **Note: 2 or 3 years of World Language credits may be required for college admission *Health/Personal Fitness 1 credit (each.5) *Electives 4 credits

Career Pathways (CTAE) Career Pathways is a tool used to assist students in linking their high school coursework to post secondary training at four year universities, technical colleges, military training or apprenticeships and future careers. Pathways may be used to make elective course requests.

Cambridge High School Pathways Audio-Visual, Technology & Film Business Computer Science Engineering Law & Justice Sports & Entertaining Marketing Veterinary Science http://school.fultonschools.org/hs/cambridge/pages/careertechpage.aspx

Milton High School Pathways Architectural Drawing & Design Business & Computer Science, Allied Health Engineering &Technology, Food & Nutrition Law Enforcement Services Teaching as a Profession Web & Digital Design

Career Tech Course Offerings & Progression 2018-2019 School Year (As of 1/11/2018) Notes: NS means No Seniors can take the course Highlighted courses count as 4 th Science for DOE and the Board of Regents Arts, Audio-Video Technology & Communications Cluster Audio-Video Technology-Film Pathway: Audio & Video Technology & Film I App only (10.5181000) Audio & Video Technology & Film II (10.5191000) Business Management & Administration Cluster Entrepreneurship (06.4170000) ( 19-20) Entrepreneurship Pathway: Intro to Business & Technology (07.4413000) Legal Environment of Business (06.4161000) Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Cluster Criminal Justice Essentials (43.4510000) ( 19-20) Law Enforcement Services/Forensics Pathway: Intro Law,Pub Sfty, Crctns & Scrty,Justice (43.45000) Forensic Science & Criminal Investigation (43.4520000) Information Technology Cluster Computer Science Pathway: Intro to Digital Technology (11.4150000) AP CS Principles (11.0190010) AP Computer Science (11.0160010) Game Design Pathway: Intro to Digital Technology (11.4150000) AP CS Principles (11.0190010) Game Design: Animation & Simulation (11.4290000) STEM Engineering & Technology Pathway: Found of Engineering & Tech (21.4250000) Engineering Concepts(21.4710000) Engineering Applications (21.4720000) Education & Training Cluster Teaching as a Prof Pathway: Examining the Teaching Profess (13.0110000) Contemp Issues in Education (13.0120000) Teaching as a Prof Practicum (13.0130000) Human Services Food for Life (20.4140000) (offered 19-20) Food & Nutrition Pathway: Food, Nutrition & Wellness (20.41610) Food Science (20.4181000) (offered 18-19) Health Science Cluster Surgical Technology Pathway: Intro to Healthcare Sci (25.4210000) Essentials of Healthcare (25.4400000) Surgical Technician (25.4470000) MedIntern (25.5260000) Sports Medicine Pathway: Intro to Healthcare Sci (25.4210000) Essentials of Healthcare (25.4400000) Sports Medicine (25.4460000) Med Intern(25.5260000) Work-Based Learning: 4 types: Media Center Tech Eagle (technology help); Teacher s Assistant; Office Assistant; Offsite Paid/Unpaid Job (1 or 2 hours). Requires application during the 2 nd semester elective scheduling timeframe for the next school year. Juniors & Seniors only. All courses are YEAR LONG.

* French 1, 2 (H), 3 (H), 4 (H), 5H, AP French Language Spanish 1, 2(H), 3(H), 4(H), 5(H), AP Spanish Language Japanese 1, 2, 2H, 3, 4 (Milton) Latin 1, 2 *There is also the possibility of taking additional languages via Georgia Virtual School

* Transcript - A copy of a student's permanent academic record, which usually means all courses taken Numeric GPA The course average of all classes taken - http://gpacalculator.net/ Curriculum Handbook High school course catalog with descriptions and generic placement guidelines HOPE - https://www.gafutures.org/hope-state-aid-programs/hope-zell-miller-scholarships/ Core Classes - English language arts, math, science, and social studies Credit - Students earn one credit for a course that lasts all year, or a half credit per course per semester. Students must earn a total of 23 credits to graduate. These credits must be earned in specific categories. Grading Scale - Grades awarded for performance in a course 0-100. College/university scale 0-4 Pre-Requisite A course required before a student can take another course. Elective Registration Sheet A document that list year and semester long electives offered to rising 9 th grades. Students will receive 2-3 verification sheets during the transition period ( Jan. April).

Vocabulary Continued Course Request The request a student makes for a particular elective course. It does not guarantee the student will receive the course, even if the course has shown up on previously issued verification form. MOWR Move on When Ready Georgia s new dual enrollment program that allows high school students to earn college credit while on their high school diploma. Weighted GPA - A weighted GPA that takes the difficulty of classes into account and includes the 7 points for an advanced placement or honors class. Unweighted GPA - Unweighted GPAs are measured on a scale of 0 to 100 and do not take the difficulty of your courses into account. Unweighted GPA s do not include the 7 points for an advanced placement or honors class.

* End of Course/Georgia Milestones required for the classes listed below: 9 th Lit/Comp. (On-level and Honors) American Lit./Comp. (On-level, Honors, AP) Biology (On-level and Honors) Physical Science Algebra (On-level and Accelerated) Geometry (On-level and Accelerated) US History (On-level and AP) Economics (On-level and AP) *Counts as 20% of the final grade Georgia High School Writing Test Administered during the fall of your junior year

Middle School Implications on College Planning My student is enrolled in a several high school credit courses, do I have to accept the credit for all of the courses? In late April/early May, you will receive a form asking if you are opting in/out of the high school credit. If you accept the credit, you must accept the grade. You may opt to accept the credit or decline the credit on a class by class basis. My student has earned a number of high school credits in middle school, can she graduate early? Yes. A student that has acquired 5 or more high school credits can graduate early. Once the 9 th grade year begins, please make an appointment with your assigned counselor to discuss a graduation plan. If your student as acquired 5 or more high school credits, he/she does not have to graduate early. Again, work with your assigned high school counselor to determine the course progression. He/She can still be a member of the class of 2022. Do colleges evaluate high school grades earned in middle school? Colleges and universities evaluate prospective students in a variety of ways. Some colleges/universities will evaluate a student s academic performance with the grades from middle school included while others may not. However for the HOPE scholarship, all middle school grades will be omitted in the calculation of final high school grades. I am interested in the Move on When Ready (MOWR) 9 th grade options, what should I do? Each feeder high school will hold a meeting on the MOWR process. The meeting information will be available on the high school feeder school timeline you receive with the January/ 1 st semester report card.

What Next? Parents will receive a timeline of transition events in January. Northwestern MS parents will receive information on recommended courses mid-to late January. If you have questions about the placement decision, please contact the core area teacher. When you receive any transition information ( verification forms), please make a copy for your records ( picture/scan). We do not retain copies. Information received is sent to the high school. It is imperative that all forms are returned by the requested due dates. Please check the NMS or middle school website for up-to-date transition information. Information regarding summer course offerings will be available in mid- March. Please check the website at that time to receive additional information. Information regarding special programs auditions will be communicated via email and posted on the school website. The high school does not accept for request for specific teachers. Become familiar with the curriculum handbook. ( note the 2018-18 is not available at this time ) Cambridge High School - https://school.fultonschools.org/hs/cambridge/documents/academics/2017-2018%20curriculum%20guide.pdf Milton High School - http://school.fultonschools.org/hs/milton/sitecollectiondocuments/registration%2017-18/milton%20high%20school%20course%20catalog%202017-2018.pdf If you have a question regarding high school transition, please contact the middle school counselor. The high school is managing the current case load of students grades (9-12). Euodia Harris harrise1@fultonschools.org Northwestern Middle School Willie Jones jonesw3@fultonschools.org Elkins Pointe Middle School