SRMS Parent Night for Eighth Grade Students Ms. Winters, Counselor Mr. Kelly Kent, Eighth Grade Assistant Principal Spring Ridge Middle School Staff
SMCPS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 21 Credits (required courses and electives) Sequence/Pathway High School Assessments (HSA) (PARCC) Student Service Learning Career Portfolio
GPA Information GPA is calculated on a 4.0 scale. A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1. You add the total points up that the student earned and divide them by the number of classes that the student had. For example: If a student has 4 A's and 3 B's it would look like: 4+4+4+4+3+3+3=25; then, you would divide 25/7 (7 is the number of classes that the student took)= 3.57. Now, STEM classes are weighted by.5. The STEM weight scale is: A=4.5, B=3.5, and C=2.5, D is not weighted and would be a 1.0.
CREDITS Complete a minimum of 21 credits, including: English...4 Social Studies...3 (US History, Gov t, World History) Mathematics...4*** (Including one credit in topics of Algebra and one credit in topics of Geometry) Science...3 (Must include Biology) Physical Education/Health...1 Technology Education...1 Fine Arts...1 Core Credit Total...16 Mathematics Requirements: Beginning with entering 9 th graders in the 2011-2012 school year all students must be enrolled in a mathematics class each school year. We will have a placement test for Math again this year. Each Student Must Fulfill a Completer Pathway: University, CTE or Dual Completer
EXAMPLE 4 YEAR PLAN- UNIVERSITY PATHWAY Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 English English 9CM English 10CM English 11CM English 12CM Math Algebra 1CM Geometry CM Algebra 2CM Finite Math or higher Science Physics CM Biology CM Chemistry CM Elective Social Studies US History CM Government CM World History CM Elective World Language Language 1 Language 2 Language 3 (rec) Elective PE/Health Fine Arts Pe/Health Fine Arts Elective Elective Tech Credit Found of Tech Elective Elective Elective
EXAMPLE OF CAREER& TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 English English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 Math Algebra 1 Geometry College Prep Alg Alg 2 Science Exploration in Science Biology Chemistry CM Elective Social Studies US History Gov t World History Elective CTE Found of Tech CTE Sequence CTE Sequence CTE Sequence Fine Arts Crafts/ Fine Arts CTE Sequence Elective Elective PE/Health Pe/Health Elective Elective Elective
EXAMPLE OF DUAL COMPLETER 4 YEAR PLAN Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 English English 9CM English 10CM English 11CM English 12CM Math Algebra 1CM Geometry CM Algebra 2CM Finite Math or higher Science Cpt Based Physics CM Biology CM Chemistry CM Elective Social Studies US History CM Government CM World History CM Elective World Language Language 1 Language 2 Language 3 (recommende d) Elective PE/Health Fine Arts Pe/Health CTE Sequence Fine Arts Elective CTE Found of Tech CTE Sequence CTE Sequence CTE Sequence
COURSES OFFERED Core Content English Mathematics Science Social Studies Standard CM Honors Advanced Placement (AP) Electives PE/Health Fine Arts Family Consumer Sciences AFJROTC Business Technology Engineering World Languages
Fairlead Academy Designed to assist students with the transition to high school and earning ninth grade credits Students are eligible to participate in sports at their home schools Application, grades, testing, discipline are all reviewed for admission 90 minute period in core content
National Academy of Finance at Chopticon High School NAOF prepares students for college success by offering a rigorous academic curriculum NAOF prepares students for career success in the fields of finance, business management, logistics, and financial and business law Students can practice these skills in internships with local businesses and corporations Application and 3.0 GPA
Academy of Visual and Performing Arts at Chopticon High School Students inspired by the Arts, Dance, Music, Theatre and Visual Arts For students who wish to pursue a career in one of these fields of study Application required with a review of grades, test scores, Grade Point Average of 3.0 or better
Global and International Studies Program at Leonardtown High School The program is designed to provide a rigorous, engaging educational pathway focused on an advanced study of world cultures, contemporary issues, history, and World Language. Additional credits for high school graduation, advanced placement courses, an internship, and senior capstone project are part of the program requirements. Admission to the program is through an application process based on students past academic performance, dedication to advanced learning, and desire to pursue international related careers. Application and 3.0 GPA
Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) Academy at Great Mills High School The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Academy is offered at Great Mills High School. The STEM Academy offers unique courses in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to give students extraordinary knowledge and skills, as well as career exploration in numerous science and engineering pathways. The curriculum includes dedicated research classes founded upon the application of content, integrated technologies, and extensive problemsolving experiences. Advanced Placement courses are incorporated. Admission to the program is through an application process based on students past academic performance, dedication to advanced learning, and desire to pursue STEM-related careers. 3.0 GPA, Internship
Certificate of Merit Diploma Requirements World Languages (other than English, completing through Level 3 or above) Minimum of 3.0 GPA 4 years of Mathematics (Beginning with Algebra 1 or beyond) Minimum of 12 credits in advanced courses at the Certificate of Merit, Honors, or Advanced Placement level
High School Assessments (HSA) and Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) This is still in process and the Program of Studies will further define the criteria for assessments for graduation for our high school students. This year our Algebra students will participate in PARCC.
Student Service Learning Students complete Service Learning hours in History classes throughout high school years. 45 hours completed in middle school counts towards total Service Learning hours
Career Portfolio Students begin organizing and compiling documents in 9th grade. Final version must be completed and approved by the end of senior year. Students must complete a satisfactory portfolio to include evidence of career goals, career exploration, academic course work, workplace skills, and student products (e.g., essays and research projects such as Career Cruising). Completed in English class.
Eligibility for Participation in High School Sports Eligibility for high school activities is 2.0 for ALL students in ALL Grades Marking Period grades will determine Grade Point Average. Every Marking Period students will have the opportunity to become eligible or ineligible. Interims do not count towards eligibility The Marking Period prior to the sport/activity determines eligibility--- Fall sports depend on 4 th MP, Winter Sports 1 st MP, Spring Sports 2 nd MP Fall Physical and permission forms are available or can be found at: http:// divisions.smcps.org/dci/athletics/forms
High School Sports Fall Winter Spring Cheerleading Basketball Baseball Cross country Cheerleading Lacrosse Field hockey Indoor track Softball Football Swimming Tennis Golf Wrestling Track and Field Soccer Volleyball
Required Documents All students trying out MUST have ALL Participation Paperwork, renewed each year Forms are found on the school s websites under Athletics and then forms This includes a physical each year. One physical will cover several sports for that year. Be sure to schedule the physical appointments early! Students cannot even try out without them!
Grade eligibility Incoming 9th graders do not have to have a 2.0 GPA for the first marking period of 9th grade. Returning student athletes must have at least a 2.0 GPA for the 4th marking period to be eligible in the fall. *Keep in mind that some of the marking periods are at the end of a sport season, not having a 2.0 could result in an athlete missing out on playoffs at the end of the sport season!
Practices For more information about dates, times, etc., please speak to the individual coach of your sport about the rest of tryouts and practices. Practices are held every day and possibly on Saturdays and days when school is released early or no school at all.
Attendance Student absences of 25 days (lawful and unlawful) during the school year will result in a referral to the Pupil Services Team for and could result in credit withholding to ensure that the student has had the opportunity to learn and master course content.
Financial Preparation for High School and Beyond
If I have further questions about high school and opportunities for my child I can. Contact the guidance counselor and/or administration at SRMS SMCPS and High School Websites have great resources Program of Studies will be out soon and we will share the information with students and parents Attend Any of the Rising Freshman Orientations being held on the following evenings: Great Mills High School, Tuesday, March 10, 2015 from 6-8:30 pm Chopticon High School, Wednesday, March 11 from 6-8:30 pm Leonardtown High School, Thursday, March 12 form 6-8:30 pm