A TEA Recognized District

A TEA Recognized District

Guidance for graduation: Earning a High School Diploma The High School Diploma is key in: Having access to Post-Secondary school education Enlisting in United States Military Services Obtaining employment Accessing higher paying jobs

Graduation Programs Distinguished Recommended *For extenuating circumstances please meet with your counselor regarding the minimum high school graduation plan

Distinguished Achievement Program Complete Recommended plan program foundation One additional credit in Foreign Language Achieve any combination of four of the following: *Score 3 or above on the College Board Advanced Placement Examination *A grade of 80 or higher on courses that count for college credit *Original research project

Recommended High School Program The RHSP is the default program for the state of Texas and students of Judson ISD. State law requires all student to automatically be enrolled in the RHSP. Minimum High School Plan: requires a parent consent; meeting with counselor and administrator; written agreement; acknowledgement of benefits of RHSP; and other requirements. See counselor if more information is required.

In addition to Foundational level classes, the following levels of courses are offered: DUAL CREDIT REGULAR PRE-AP / AP IB TAG

Foundational/General Credit Courses These courses are taught at grade level and follow the Texas Essential Knowledge & Skills (TEKS) elements

Dual Credit Courses JISD has academic and technical dual credit partnerships agreements with several postsecondary institutions Students earn high school and college credit at the same time A qualifying score on the THEA exam must be met before enrolling in a dual credit course

Pre-AP/IB and AP/IB Courses AP/IB courses give students a head start on college Taking AP/IB courses can help students to gain college admission; test scores can earn college credit and placement into advanced courses. Grades are weighted and can help improve class rank

What is AP? AP stands for Advanced Placement These are Stand Alone Classes and Tests College Class on the High School Campus Earn College Credit if Score on AP test is high enough Content and Expectations are Directed by the College Board More than 90% of 4 year Universities Grant Credit for Qualifying Exams Students can By-Pass Entry Level Courses

What is IB? Coursework with a Global Perspective Designed to meet Global Standards A Complete Degree Program Thinking and Writing are Major Components Diploma is a Major Asset in University Admission Diploma Guarantees 24 Semester Credits at any Texas State University There are IB Programs in Over 138 Countries

26 Total Credits DISTINGUISHED PLAN 4 English 4 Social Studies 4 Math 4 Science 1 Fine Arts 3 Foreign Language 1 P.E. (required).5 Speech 4.5 Electives

26 Total Credits RECOMMENDED PLAN* 4 English 4 Social Studies 4 Math 4 Science 1 Fine Arts 2 Foreign Language 1 P.E..5 Speech 5.5 Electives * For admissions to public four-year colleges and universities, Texas requires students to graduate under RHSP.

High School State Assessments Five End of Course (EOC) test (subject based) Algebra 1 English I and II Biology US History

Phase In Plan for High Schools 2014 2015 2016 2017 Grade 9 EOC EOC EOC EOC Grade 10 EOC EOC EOC EOC Grade 11 EOC EOC EOC EOC Grade 12 EOC EOC EOC EOC *Out-of-school testers and 12th grade re-testers will take TAKS

English Language Arts Courses English I (Pre-AP) English II (Pre-AP) English III (AP, IB) English IV (AP, IB, Dual Credit) Summer reading assignment may be recommended

Mathematics Courses Algebra I Algebra II (Pre-AP, TAG) Geometry (Pre-AP, TAG) After successful completion of all the above, the fourth credit may be selected from the optional list (please refer to course catalog)

Science Courses Biology (Pre-AP, IB) Chemistry (AP, IB) Physics (AP, IB) After successful completion of a biology, chemistry and physics course, the fourth credit may be selected from the optional list (please refer to course catalog) In addition to numerous options for the fourth credit, certain CTE courses qualify as well: Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Microbiology, Pathophysiology, Advanced Animal Science, Advanced Plant & Soil Science, Forensic Science, Aeroscience Design & Problem Solving

Social Studies Courses World Geography (Pre-AP) World History (AP) US History (AP, IB Americas) US Government/Economics (AP) * A summer reading assignment may be recommended

Physical Education Every student needs 1 credit Options: P.E. Classes (i.e. Fitness for Life, Team Sports, Individual Sports) Athletics Marching Band ROTC Cheerleader*/Drill Team *Only counts for up to 1.0 credits of Physical education

Foreign Language 2 credits of the same foreign language (Recommended) 3 credits of the same foreign language (Distinguished) French German Spanish American Sign Language (JHS only)

Speech Every student needs.5 credit Communication Applications Professional Communications

Fine Arts Every student needs 1 credit Band Choir Dance Orchestra Art Theatre Technical Theatre Music Theory See Counselor for additional substitutions

Electives Every student under the Recommended plan needs at least 5.5 credits or 4.5 credits if under the Distinguished plan For more information refer to course descriptions

CTE Clusters/Pathways JUDSON HIGH SCHOOL Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Agribusiness & Marketing Systems Horticulture/Plant Systems Agricultural Mechanical Systems Animal Systems Environmental/Natural Resources Media Technology & Communications Audio Visual Production Graphic Design & Illustration Animation Commercial Photography Marketing, Business & Finance Marketing, Sales & Service Business & Finance Law, & Public Safety Criminal Justice Pre-Law Health & Human Services Health Science Radiology Technician Dental Assistant Family & Community Services Child Development Transportation Services Automotive Technology Automotive Collision Repair

CTE Clusters/Pathways WAGNER HIGH SCHOOL Architecture, Construction & Manufacturing Construction Trades Welding Trades Business Administration & Marketing Management Business Administration Marketing Management Information Technology Information Technology Visual Design Fashion Design Graphic Design Corrections & Protective Services Criminal Justice Correctional Services Education & Human Services Early Childhood Professions Educational Assistant Hospitality Services Culinary Arts Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Civil Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Aero-Science Engineering

Sample 4 year plan (RHSP) Subject 9 th Grade 10 th Grade 11 th Grade 12 th Grade Math Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Pre-Cal Science Biology Chemistry Physics 4 th Science English English I English II English III English IV Social Studies World Geography World History US History Government/ Economics Other P.E/Substitution PE/Health Elective Elective Other Foreign Language 2 nd year of same Foreign Language Elective Elective Other Fine Arts Elective Elective Elective

Sample 4 year plan (Athletics or Band) Subject 9 th Grade 10 th Grade 11 th Grade 12 th Grade Math Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Pre-Cal Science Biology Chemistry Physics 4 th Science English English I English II English III English IV Social Studies Other Other World Geography World History US History Fine Arts Foreign Language Comm. Apps/Elective 2 nd year of same Foreign Language Elective Elective Government/ Economics Elective Elective Other Athletics/Band Athletics/Band Athletics/Band Athletics/Band

Sample 4 year plan (CTE Pathway) Subject 9 th Grade 10 th Grade 11 th Grade 12 th Grade Math Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Pre-Cal Science Biology Chemistry Physics 4 th Science English English I English II English III English IV Social Studies Other Other World Geography World History US History Fine Arts Foreign Language Comm. Apps/PE 2 nd year of same Foreign Language PE/Elective CTE Government/ Economics Elective Other CTE CTE CTE CTE CTE

Current graduation requirements and HB 5 requirements to be implemented beginning in 2014-2015

Attendance Students must attend class 90% of the time in order to receive credit for the course. Absences cannot exceed 9 (per class) in a semester. Medical appointments are excused (medical documentation required). If a student earns a 70 or better in a class, but is denied credit due to attendance he or she must be reviewed by the attendance committee and an individual plan must be created. Once the plan is completed, the credit will be re-instated

Staying ahead or maintaining pace Summer schools Credit Retrieval Zero Hour courses Credit Acceleration Credit by Exam Evening High School Online Courses *See counselor for more information and guidance.

Where can I obtain a Course Catalog? 1. Online-Go to: www.judsonisd.org A. Click on Departments B. Select Instructional services C. Select Counseling D. Or click here : Guidance and Counseling 2. In the front office at your campus 3. With your Counselor

Remember to Begin Preparing for the next step in your future: Consider Pre AP/AP, dual credit courses Take the PSSS, PSAT, SAT and/or ACT Take any AP exam for which you are enrolled in the class Begin participating in internships or volunteer opportunities Challenge yourself Take advanced level and career preparation courses

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