Transcript Cy-fair HS
Sophomore Presentation Class of 2017 Safety ◦ No harassment policy ◦ If you’re being harassed, tell an adult (teacher, counselor, assistant principal) Crisis ◦ A life threatening situation ◦ Tell an adult immediately Assist with ◦ academics ◦ career exploration and future planning ◦ friends and relationship problems Confidentiality Angela Rhymes Lead Counselor Rebecca Hill EM-HEL Terri Crow NB-RI Stephanie Heefner A-B Lanell Kelly-Lane C-EL Wendy Baron HEN-LEV Marilyn Rawlins LEW-NA Marilu Garrison RJ-SUP Ricca Meyers SUR-Z Visit with counselor on duty during all lunches When necessary, students can sign up to see their counselor Provide information about: ◦ programs ◦ grade level opportunities ◦ SAT, ACT, PSAT, Aspire, ASVAB Home Access Center Access your grades online at www.cfisd.net Quick links. Use your student login ID and password. View teacher’s website for test days and assignments www.cfisd.net click on schools, school directory, Cyfair HS. Communication Talk to your teachers about any questions or concerns you may have 90% Attendance Homework Tutoring It’s the law! Turn homework in on time Can request homework through Counseling office after the 3rd consecutive day a student is out for illness Attend weekly (days M-Thurs.) check teachers’ availability Can usually tutor with a different teacher Late buses available Cy-Fair High School parents get connected! To receive text or e-mail notifications about important school news send a text according to your child’s class. Send text to 832-786-5344 9th text the message “@CyFair2018” 10th text the message “@CyFair2017” 11th text the message “@CyFair2016” 12th text the message “@CyFair2015” Or to receive e-mail notifications to these accounts, you may leave the subject line blank. 9th [email protected] 10th [email protected] 11th [email protected] 12th [email protected] To opt-out, text 'unsubscribe@cyfair2015' to (832)786-5344 Credit ◦ A unit showing a student has successfully completed a course ◦ Each passing semester of a course earns 0.5 credits GPA ◦ Grade Point Average ◦ Calculation example forthcoming ◦ Higher GPAs equate to more college and scholarship opportunities Class Rank ◦ The measure of a student’s performance in comparison to other students in the class (grade level) Grading Scale Regular Level Advanced Level (K/AP) A = 90-100 A = 6.0 A = 7.0 B = 80-89 B = 5.0 B = 6.0 C = 75-79 C = 4.0 C = 5.0 D = 70-74 D = 3.0 D = 4.0 F = 0-69 F = 0.0 F = 0.0 HONOR GRADUATES Summa Cum Laude: 6.5 GPA or higher Magna Cum Laude: 6.25 GPA or higher Cum Laude: 6.0 GPA or higher Determine each semester letter grade Award grade points Add points Divide by total number of classes, by semester, for ENTIRE schooling Carry out to 4 decimal points Eng II – K Geometry 91 (A) 80 (B) 7 5 W. Hist. Chemistry Health 85 (B) 78 (C) 92 (A) 5 4 6 PE Span 2 Total 99 (A) 83 (B) 6 5 38 GPA: 38/7 = 5.4256 • Semester averages are figured by adding each 6 weeks grade twice + exam grade counted once, divided by 7. • A student that passes both semesters will receive full credit. • A student can fail the Fall semester and make a high enough average in the Spring semester to bridge and receive credit for the whole year. • A student that passes the Fall semester but fails the Spring semester will only need to make up /repeat the Spring semester. They will receive credit for passing the Fall semester. • A student that fails both semesters receives no credit. FALL 75 Pass 65 Fail SPRING 75 Pass 75 Pass SEMESTER 75 Pass 70 Pass CREDIT 1.0 1.0 65 Fail 70 Pass 68 Fail 0.5 must make up Fall 75 Pass 65 Fail 70 Fail 65 Fail 65 Fail 65 Fail 0.5 must make up Spring 0.0 Permanent academic record starts with high school course work Credit Responsibility ◦ Shared by parent, student, counselor ◦ See counselor if classes are missing or have already earned the credit Utilized by colleges, employers, the military What’s on the transcript? ◦ Semester grades ◦ GPA ◦ Class Rank STAAR/EOC scores Includes courses taken between 8th and 9th grades Excludes local credits and Pass/Fail courses Class of 2017 (4 math) ◦ Algebra in MS + 4 math ◦ Algebra in MS + 3 math Must meet district guidelines for membership By invitation (November) Sponsors ◦ Ms. Garner [email protected] ◦ Ms. Colwell [email protected] Offered to students in 11th and 12th grade only Students may take up to 2 credits on a pass/fail basis Can have only have one Pass/Fail class in 11th grade Must be in addition to the 26 credits required for graduation on the recommended plan or 22 credits on the minimum plan These courses will not be included in the computation of grade point averages and class rank. Class must be on the approved list from the District Students must have credit for the first two courses in the elective program sequence to pass/fail the third course Must fill out appropriate form by the third week of the semester and meet criteria. (List of courses posted on website) CLASS OF 2015 AND BEYOND 9th Grade • Middle School Promotion 10th Grade • 1 year of HS attendance • 5 credits, including English I and Algebra I 11th Grade • 2 years of HS attendance • 11 credits 12th Grade • 3 years of high school attendance • 17 credits In order to participate in the graduation ceremony, must successfully complete all requirements including EOC testing Eligibility for K-Level Course Entry: A grade of 85+ yearly average in previous L level class in same subject area, 75+ in previous semester of K Students will be removed if they have a D in a K Level class at Semester Students will be removed if they have an F in a K Level class for any grading period Dual Credit ◦ An agreement between CFISD and Lone Star College ◦ Earn both high school credit and college credit ◦ Requirements passing scores on the TSI assessment given at Cy-Fair college acceptable scores on the SAT/ACT ◦ 11th grade: English III, U.S. History ◦ 12th grade: English IV, Government, Govt. SPTSS2,College Algebra, Biology ◦ Information updated in the spring Advanced Placement Program (AP) ◦ Enables students to experience a rigorous, collegelevel curriculum ◦ College credit is awarded when students pass the AP examination ◦ Universities grant college credit and course placement based on the score received on the exam (you will need to check the university you plan to attend for their policy on AP credits) All Options need Counselor Approval Summer School ◦ Cost approximately $200 per semester, $400 per one credit ◦ Available in April ◦ Check district website for registration Night School ◦ Houston Community Colleges (HCC) Correspondence Pay for tuition and books Can only earn 2 credits by correspondence Six months to complete course SENIORS--coursework completed and final taken by November 22nd If the student does not complete the course, a “WD” will be recorded on the transcript and calculated into their GPA as an F Must sign correspondence agreement letter ◦ See counselor for more information District Credit By Exam Taken at Windfern High School Original Credit free Score 80% or better (Counts in GPA) can test twice Make-up Credit $30.00 per test Score 70% or better can test twice Texas Virtual School Network (TxVSN) ◦ TxVSN was authorized by the Texas Legislature to provide online courses to students in Texas. ◦ Student must meet with the site coordinator (Mrs. Hill) for information and registration. ◦ Can cost up to $400 per course. Required and Elective Credits ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ 26 – Recommended Plan 26 – Distinguished Plan 22 – Minimum Plan See Course Description Book for specific sequencing and Distinguished Plan requirements. Testing Requirements for 9th,10th , and 11th ◦ STAAR – End of Course Exams (EOC) Recommended High School Program – required for admission to a four-year Texas College or University immediately following graduation Minimum Plan Graduate – must start at community college or junior college before attending a fouryear Texas institution Must have the 26 credits on the Recommended Plan Plus an additional credit in the same foreign language And Any combination of 4 advanced measures selected from the following: ◦ 3 or better on AP exams ◦ College credit (dual credit, tech-prep) ◦ Commended Scholar or higher, National Achievement Scholar, or National Hispanic Scholar **May be granted before or after graduation depending upon when requirements are met. MATH Algebra I SCI ENGL Biology English I English II SOC STUD U.S. History Current ninth, tenth, and eleventh grade students will take the designated EOC exams only for courses they are enrolled this school year. ◦ Make up test will be available for students needing to retest from previous year. A time limit has been established for each assessment. Must pass STAAR EOC exams to meet graduation requirements. Students will be identified in three performance categories: ◦ Level III: Advanced Academic Performance ◦ Level II: Satisfactory Academic Performance ◦ Level I: Unsatisfactory Academic Performance For more information about the STAAR program, visit the TEA Student Assessment website at http://www.tea.state.tx.us/student.assessment/staar Test Date ◦ October 15, 2014 ◦ 10th and 11th grade only Assesses skills in verbal reasoning, mathematical reasoning, and writing Practice for the SAT Provides feedback on your strengths and weaknesses on skills necessary for college (will take place in English class) Allows 11th grade students to enter the competition for scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation Register for SAT and ACT online: ◦ www.collegeboard.org ◦ www.actstudent.org In the Spring of your junior year, you can take both tests to see which one is best for you; many colleges accept both. You may qualify for a waiver for the SAT, ACT, and some college application fees if you are on free and reduced lunch Aspire • The new practice ACT • All 10th graders will be given the Aspire test during the week of Oct. 27-31st • The Aspire test will be given on-line • This test takes the place of PLAN SAT Subject Tests are required by some competitive colleges or for some majors The SAT/ACT is not required for entrance at most junior colleges The TSI is used at many junior/community colleges • Adds value to college application • Admissions staff looks for volunteer work and community service • Examples: • Church • Boy Scouts/Girl Scouts • Clubs • Neighborhood Service • Grades are not the only factor • Develop yourself into a well-rounded person Awards and Honors Clubs and Organizations Employment Extracurricular Activities Volunteer Work Keep accurate records in one place and retain them for future educational opportunities Internet-based career exploration and planning tool (you started using this program when you took PACE) Provides students access to the following: ◦ skills and interests inventories ◦ occupational trends ◦ college and financial aid information ◦ employment guide including resume writing and interviewing skills Online portfolio to help organize academics, personal, and career exploration activities 2 “college days” each year ◦ Junior year ◦ Senior year Forms ◦ Online ◦ http://schools.cfisd.net/cyfair/Assets/COLLEGE%20VISIT%20FORM.pdf Parent’s signature prior to visit Excused absence ◦ Completed form (proper signatures/seals) *No business cards accepted--if school does not have stamp/seal, you need a letter on the school’s letterhead ◦ Return form to attendance office within 3 days ◦ No penalty for exemptions ◦ Last day to take a college day is the Thursday before Prom 2015