Rising Freshman Curriculum Night January 10, 2018
IMPORTANT DATES January 10 Curriculum Night January 11/12 Registration Orientation @ Liberty MS January 19 Registration Orientation @ Rocky Run MS April 27 Rising 9 th Grade Parent Coffee 8:30 AM May 18 Course Verification Sheets Mailed Home June 8 Deadline for Course Changes with High School Counselor August TBD Wildcat Welcome August 28 First Day of School
REGISTRATION PROCESS HS Counselors present registration information to 8 th grade students MS Counselors meet with 8 th grade students to register for classes Parents check, sign, and return course selection sheet to middle school; be sure to select alternate courses Master Schedule is based on selections by mid March choose wisely! Course selections will be visible immediately in your SIS Parent Account by mid March please review Course verification sheets will be mailed home on May 18 please review Electives and Level Changes will be considered until June 8 th if space is available Schedules are created in June/July/August Schedules will be given out at the Wildcat Welcome in August
Teacher Panel Nick Marley - English Anthony Hanrahan and Tara Holloway World History Tracy Sawyers Math Christina Lee - Science
In English 9, students will: Read a variety of literary genres, focusing on analysis and character study Develop their writing skills for a variety of purposes and audiences Improve their skill in reading, writing, vocabulary development, and knowledge of correct grammar and mechanics Receive support as they develop critical thinking skills they can apply to communicating their ideas
While the same skills are taught in regular and Honors English 9, to be successful in an Honors English 9 class students: Should be successful in their 8 th grade English class Should be prepared for an increased workload with out-ofclass reading and writing assignments Should enjoy reading and possess strong reading comprehension skills Should be strong writers in terms of organization, style, grammar, usage, and mechanics Should have a mature attitude toward their studies and a strong work ethic as they will receive challenging assignments (research paper v. product, timed writings, etc.)
9 th Grade Social Studies World History & Geography 1 Covers Prehistory (2,500,000 B.C. (B.C.E.) to the European Renaissance 1500 (A.D.) CE Students take the end-of-year World History 1 SOL exam Students study the relationship between the geography and history of Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America Prepares students for World History & Geography II World History & Geography 1 Honors Covers Prehistory to 1500 CE Students take the end-of-year SOL exam Students study the relationship between the geography and history of Europe, Africa, Asia, and Latin America More rigorous workload: reading and writing intensive Requires a dedicated work ethic and strong background in reading, writing, and time management skills Focuses on developing and refining high-level critical thinking skills Prepares students for the AP World History curriculum
9 th Grade Math Options Course Sequence: Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Keep in mind: -TI 83 or TI 84 Calculator recommended -Math Learning Center -Math Honor Society and Women in Math Society -Balance: Honors vs Regular
Course Algebra 1 9 th Grade Math Options Option 1 Student Recommendation Description Algebra 1 Double Block Prerequisite- Math 7, 8 or IM -Teacher recommendation -C- or D in Math 8 -Failing Math 8 SOL score Geometry Geometry Prerequisite- Algebra 1 Algebra 2 Algebra 2 Strategies Prerequisite- Alg. 1 & Geometry Co-Requisite: Alg. 2 -Teacher recommendation -C or D in Algebra 1 -Double-block course structure and/or repeated Algebra 1 -Failing Alg. 1 SOL score -Good attendance record -Special Ed. recommendation Option 2 Student Recommendation Description Algebra 1 Prerequisite- Math 7 or 8 Algebra 2 Prerequisite- Alg. 1 & Geometry Option 3 Student Recommendation Description Algebra 1 Honors Prerequisite- Math 7 or 8 -Teacher recommendation -B or better in Math 8 -Passing (450+ suggested) Math 8 SOL score Geometry Honors Prerequisite- Algebra 1 -Teacher recommendation -B or better in Alg. 1 (Honors sugg.) -Passing (450+ suggested) Alg. 1 SOL -Strength in problem-solving, & critical thinking Algebra 2 Honors Prerequisite- Alg. 1 & Geometry -Teacher recommendation -B or better in Alg. 1 (Honors sugg.) -Passing (450+ suggested) Alg. 1 SOL -Strengths in number sense, problemsolving, & reasoning -Intention to continue in math coursework -Strong study skills
Biology and Environmental Science STANDARD BIOLOGY Follows VA SOLs and FCPS POS benchmarks Extended benchmarks are at teacher discretion Lab science HONORS BIOLOGY Independent Research Project= required Follows VA SOLs and FCPS POS benchmarks ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Extended benchmarks are essential Other extended benchmarks are at teacher discretion More emphasis on inquiry-based labs Higher expectations for all-around achievement No late work accepted
Honors Biology The Independent Research Project is worth 5% of the overall Biology Grade Independent Research Project: Exploravision
World Languages French German Latin Korean Spanish Levels I, II, III, IV, AP OBJECTIVES: To develop all four language skills: Reading, Writing, Listening Comprehension, Speaking To explore French, German, Korean, Latin, and Spanish cultures. Level 1 Personal and Family Life School life Social life Community life Level 2 Home life Student life Leisure time Vacation and Travel
Course Requirements Homework will be assigned daily. Vocabulary must be studied daily. Have above a C to go onto next level. We do not recommend that students continue to the next level if they have a C or lower since that indicates a weak foundation. PALS (Performance Assessment for Language Students)
High School Credits Credit awarded for the completion of a year long high school class = 1 Verified Credit awarded when a student successfully completes an SOL class and passes the corresponding SOL Test = 1 SOL Classes Math - Alg1, Alg2, Geom. Social Studies WH/G1, WH/G2, US/VA Hist. Science Bio, Chem, Geosystems English (11 th grade only) Reading, Writing
Proposed 22 - Credit Standard Diploma Subject Area Standard Credits Verified Credits English 4 2 Mathematics 3 1 Laboratory Science 3 1 History and Social Sciences 4 1 Health and Physical Education 2 World Languages, Fine Arts or Career and Tech Ed 2 (1 credit must be in Fine Arts or Career and Tech Ed) Economics & Personal Finance 1 Electives (at least 2 must sequential) 3 Total Credits AP/Honors Course or CTE Credential 22 5 First Aid/CPR/AED Training
Proposed 26 - Credit Advanced Studies Diploma Subject Area Standard Credits Verified Credits English 4 2 Mathematics 4 1 Laboratory Science 4 1 History and Social Sciences 4 1 World Language 3 (2+2) Health and Physical Education 2 Fine Arts or Career & Technical Ed 1 Economics & Personal Finance 1 Electives (at least 2 must be sequential) 3 Total Credits AP/Honors Course or CTE Credential 26 5 First Aid/CPR/AED Training
Required Classes Choice #1 Choice #2 English 9 Standard Honors World History/Geography 1 Biology or Environmental Science Math Health & PE 9 Additional Classes World Language/Elective Elective Standard Standard Algebra 1,Geometry, Algebra 2 Honors Honors Algebra 1 Honors, Geometry Honors, Algebra 2 Honors
EXPUNGING MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADES To expunge a high school math or World Language grade/credit from your student s permanent transcript you need to notify the middle school during the school year or the high school after the school year ends. Students have until the end of the first nine weeks of their freshman year to request to have a grade expunged. Form IS-104 is available at the middle school and high school or online. Once a course has been expunged it cannot be reinstated.
Coursework Taken Outside of FCPS Students who wish to pursue coursework outside of FCPS for credit must have prior written approval from the high school Director of Student Services. Courses taken at private schools must be on the pre-approved list on VCPE.org
It s up to you The course selections made now help determine the student s options after high school. Students should take courses that THEY are interested in not what their friends are interested in. Students should challenge themselves each year within reason and be successful. Everything at Centreville counts from day one! Balance Social, Emotional and Academics
Our shared goal: GRADUATION in June 2022