BROAD RUN HIGH SCHOOL COURSE REGISTRATION ORIENTATION 2015-2016 WELCOME TO HIGH SCHOOL!!
WHERE DO WE START? Begin with the end in mind. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey
THINK ABOUT YOUR STUDENT S INTERESTS & ABILITIES. Consider their academic strengths and challenges. Consider previous grades and test scores. What are their interests?? What are their academic goals??
COLLEGE AND CAREER PLANS SOUND GREAT IN FOUR YEARS, BUT WHAT CAN THEY DO NOW? Choose a challenging schedule of classes that is appropriate to their ability level Take the PSAT in October Get involved in at least one activity Focus on performing well in all 9th grade classes and make a successful transition to high school
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OPTIONS Virginia Diploma options available to all students in the class of 2019: Advanced Studies Diploma 26 Credits/9 Verified Credits Standard Diploma 22 credits/6 Verified Credits Standard Diploma w/credit Accommodations 22 Credits/6 Verified Credits Must qualify with an IEP
STANDARD DIPLOMA Academic Areas Credits SOL Verified Credits English 4 2 Social Science (World Studies, US/VA Government, and US/VA History) Mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, Functions, Algebra II or above level of Algebra II) Science (From 2 of the 4 disciplines: Biological, Chemical, Physical, Earth) 3 1 3 1 3 1 Health/Family Life/Physical Education 2 0 World Language, Fine Arts, or CTE 2 0 Economics and Personal Finance 1 0 Electives (Must include 2 sequential electives) 4 0 Student Selected Verified Credit 0 1 Total 22 6
ADVANCED STUDIES DIPLOMA Academic Areas Credits SOL Verified Credits English 4 2 Social Science (World Studies (2), US/VA Government, and US/VA History) Mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II or above level of Algebra II) Science (From 3 of the 4 disciplines: Biological, Chemical, Physical, Earth) World Language (3 years of one language or 2 years each of two different languages) 4 2 4 2 4 2 3 or 4 0 Health/Physical Education 2 0 Fine Arts or Career & Technical Education 1 0 Economics & Personal Finance 1 0 Electives 3 0 Student Selected Verified Credit 0 1 Total (depends on foreign language option) 26 9
NEW GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CLASS OF 2016 AND BEYOND A board-approved career and technical education credential to graduate with a Standard Diploma Certain CTE courses offered at Broad Run Programs at Monroe Tech Center Successful completion of one virtual course to graduate with either a Standard or Advanced Studies diploma
DIPLOMA TYPES: HOW DO YOU DECIDE? Choose the most challenging courses your student can handle. Aim for the highest diploma your student thinks they can achieve. Take core classes every year. Consider their previous academic and SOL test performance.
ENGLISH, SOCIAL STUDIES, & SCIENCE OPTIONS: Two levels of core courses offered for 9 th grade students: Academic Honors or Pre-AP Strongly consider teacher and counselor recommendations Reading level and work ethic are key factors in deciding which level of courses a student should take
SCIENCE EARTH SCIENCE OR BIOLOGY It is recommended that 9 th grade students take Earth Science which is the first course in the science sequence. Earth Science and Biology are taught at the Academic and Honors Level. Biology can only be taken at the Honors level for 9 th grade students and requires teacher recommendation.
MATH OPTIONS
WORLD LANGUAGE Most four-year colleges prefer that you have a minimum of three (3) years of a World Language. Some competitive colleges want 4 or 5 years. Spanish, French, German, and Latin are offered through the Advanced Placement (AP) level in Loudoun County. American Sign Language and Mandarin Chinese are each offered for 3 years
ACADEMIC VS. HONORS Is this one of your student s favorite courses? Do they have the work habits (willing to study & do homework daily in this subject)? Are they comfortable moving at a quicker pace? Are they motivated to understand material rather than just memorize it? Are they a strong reader & writer? Are they up for more challenging projects & papers? Are they willing to do summer assignments?
ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) COURSES College-level courses completed while in high school Strengthens development of reading, writing, critical thinking, and analytical skills needed for college Requires a substantial investment of student effort and time Colleges may award college credit for completion of AP courses if students earn a qualifying score on the exam The 1st AP course students are eligible to take is AP World History in 10th grade. Pre-AP World History/Geography 1 will best prepare students for AP World History
7 CREDIT COURSES IN 9 TH GRADE English 9 World History/Geography I Earth Science Math Health/PE 9 World Language or Elective Elective Study Hall (Not for Credit)
TECHNOLOGY FOUNDATIONS ART 1 9 th Grade Elective Course Options INTRO TO BUSINESS & MARKETING COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS THEATER ARTS 1 TECHNICAL THEATER 1 JOURNALISM NEWSPAPER JOURNALISM 1 PHOTOJOURNALISM 1 FASHION DESIGN & MERCHANDISING GOURMET FOODS HUMAN DEVELOPMENT HOUSING/INTERIOR DESIGN AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 1 FRENCH 1, 2 & 3 GERMAN 1, 2, & 3 LATIN 1, 2, & 3 MANDARIN CHINESE 1, 2 & 3 SPANISH 1, 2, 3 MUSIC APPRECIATION MUSIC THEORY BAND CHORUS ORCHESTRA GUITAR
EXTRACURRICULAR INVOLVEMENT THERE S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! Choral Groups Environmental Club Knitting Club Model UN French Club DECA Art & Literary Magazine Club Spanish Club Debate Team Chess Club Muslim Student Association Newspaper FCCLA Student Council Association (SCA) German Club Technology Student Association Smartans Walking Club Drama Club Japanese Manga &Anime Club PEER Future Educators of America (FEA) Art Club Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Step Team Latin Club Marching Band Academic Team Color Guard Jazz Ensemble Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Dance Team Fishing Club Battle of the Books Field Hockey Club
ATHLETIC INVOLVEMENT Fall Winter Spring Football Basketball Baseball Golf Wrestling Softball Cross-Country Swimming Soccer Volleyball Gymnastics Lacrosse Cheerleading Cheerleading Tennis Track & Field
JUST SO YOU KNOW High school credits/grades earned in middle school may be expunged
EXPUNGING HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES FROM MIDDLE SCHOOL YEARS Students entering the 9th grade for the first time have a one-time chance to remove high school classes/credits that are earned in middle school. Students/parents will be given a form later this year to complete if they want to take advantage of this opportunity. Forms must be completed and returned no later than mid-august 2015. Once high school begins, this opportunity ends.
UPCOMING DATES/EVENTS March - Activities Expo May - Course Verifications Mailed Home End of June - Deadline for Course Changes August Spartan Kickoff Rising 9 th Grade Parent Night Transition into High School
FEELING OVERWHELMED? Everything will be okay. We are here to help you. The Program of Studies has all of this information and more! You will have four years to become an expert on all of this information.
BEFORE YOU KNOW IT. Visit the BRHS School Counseling website for more information about graduation requirements and academic advising. Broad Run High School: Spartan Spirit https://vimeo.com/118508163 -Courtesy of the National Honor Society