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2014 – 2015
Course Registration
for
Current 8th Graders
GENERAL HIGH SCHOOL
INFORMATION
REQUIREMENTS TO GRADUATE
• Earn 26 required State Credits
• Pass required End of Course (EOC) Exams
CREDITS
• State Credits – count toward graduation
• 26 Credits Required
• 1 Full Year Class = 1 Credit
• 1 Semester Class = .5 Credit
• Local Credits – do not count toward graduation
(Office Aide, Student Leadership, etc.)
• Denied Credit – Student does not earn credit due to
excessive absences, despite passing grades
REQUIRED COURSEWORK
(In addition to English, Math, Science, & Social Studies)
• 2 years of the same Foreign Language
• Spanish
• French
• German
• Latin
REQUIRED COURSEWORK (cont.)
• 1 year of Fine Art
• Art
• Band
• Orchestra
• Choir
• Theater (Performance or Technical)
• Dance
• Color Guard (Spring only)
• Floral Design
REQUIRED COURSEWORK (cont.)
• 1 year of PE or Equivalent
• PE
• Athletics
• Cheerleading (S1 only)
• ROTC (1st year only gives you a PE Credit)
• Drill Team (S1 only)
• Marching Band (S1 only)
• Color Guard (S1 only)
• Can earn up to 4 PE credits
ATHLETICS
• All sports have open enrollment at KOHS except:
• Swimming
• Volleyball
• Baseball
• Golf
• Sign up for PE until approved by coach or tryouts occur
for the above sports.
• All other sports require tryouts and/or coach approval
• Coach contact information is on the Klein Oak website
END OF COURSE EXAMS (EOC)
• You must successfully complete the following EOC
exams. Level II or above.
• English 1 (Reading and Writing)
• English 2 (Reading and Writing)
• Algebra 1
• Biology
• US History
ADVANCED ACADEMICS
Pre AP, AP, & Dual Credit (DC)
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Rigorous coursework and more homework
Preparation of AP/DC Classes
Earn college credit
Honors grade points
Be college ready
Advanced Measure Distinguished Plan
Limited opportunity for schedule changes
Consider your schedule, extra curricular activities, and
other responsibilities prior to selecting Advanced Courses.
HOW TO EARN GRADE POINTS?
• Year/Semester
averages are used to
determine grade
points
• Advanced courses
receive more grade
points
TRANSCRIPT
• Official academic record
• Semester averages
• Total credits earned
• EOC’s, GPA, Rank
• Send to colleges and
scholarships
The IBA is a four-year program that
focuses on the HS core curriculum with
additional academic courses emphasizing
business, language, and culture. It is only
available at Klein Forest High School.
IBA- International Business Academy
Contact Information
Karen Babb
IBA Coordinator
Klein Forest High School
832.484.4503
[email protected]
The International Baccalaureate®(IB) offers high
quality programs of international education to a
worldwide community of schools. It is only available
at Klein Oak High School.
THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE® (IB)
For Information please contact:
Linda Garner
IB Coordinator
832.484.5026
[email protected]
KLEIN ISD
FOUNDATION GRADUATION PLAN
Revised February 3, 2014
PURPOSE
During the last legislative session, changes were made to
graduation plans and state assessments through House
Bill 5.
• To identify the graduation plan (endorsement) options
available to Klein ISD students in order that parent may
help their student to select the best option for their
desired academic pursuit.
KEY COMPONENTS OF HB 5
• HB5 eliminates the Recommended and Distinguished
Achievement High School Graduation Plans for students
entering 9th grade in 2014-2015 and beyond.
• The new graduation plan is called the Foundation High
School Graduation Plan (with career pathway
endorsements).
• Opportunities to take a Career and Technology courses
to satisfy endorsement requirements.
• Reduced number of EOC assessments to 5 tests
END OF COURSE EXAMS
The number of EOC exams reduced from 15 to 5.
REQUIRED ASSESSMENTS
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English 1 (Reading and Writing)
English 2 (Reading and Writing)
Algebra 1
Biology
US History
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
FOUNDATION GRADUATION PLAN
WITH ENDORSEMENT
Career and Technical Education
(CTE)
Cutting-edge, rigorous courses that prepare students for
a wide range of high-wage, high-skill, high demand
careers
Why take CTE?
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Participate in hands-on, real-world training
Join student organizations and gain leadership experience
Learn the skills colleges and employers seek
Build your resume and portfolio
Be better prepared for college and career by saving time and
money
Obtain possible scholarships
Earn business and industry recognized certifications for
employment
Earn core graduation credits in Science, Fine Arts, and Speech
Graduate with an Endorsement in Business/Industry, STEM, or
Public Services
Graduation Endorsements /
CTE Programs of Study
Business & Industry
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Architecture and Construction
Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications
Business Management & Administration and Finance
Hospitality and Tourism
Information Technology
Manufacturing
Marketing
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Graduation Endorsements / CTE
Programs of Study
STEM Endorsement
STEM: Engineering, Electronics, Robotics & Automation
Health Science
Public Services Endorsement
Education & Training
Human Services related to Education
Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Securities
Sample CTE Certifications
Business & Industry Endorsement
Microsoft Office Specialist Master Certification (MOS)
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
ServeSafe Food Safety Certification
American Welding Society (AWS ) Certification
Cosmetology, Operator License
CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
STEM Endorsement
Autodesk
AutoCAD
Public Services Endorsement
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CphT)
Endorsement Areas
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STEM
Science, Technology-including computer science, Engineering, and advanced Math.
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BUSINESS & INDUSTRY
Information technology, database management, marketing, accounting, finance,
graphic design, construction, welding, automotive technology, and agriculture.
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PUBLIC SERVICE
Health science occupations, education, law enforcement, culinary arts and hospitality.
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ARTS AND HUMANITIES
Political science, literature, world languages, cultural studies, history and fine arts.
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MULTIDISCIPLINARY
This endorsement provides students the opportunity to take a variety of courses from
each of the other four endorsements areas.
STEM
This endorsement includes
courses directly related to
science, including
environmental science,
technology including computer
science, engineering, and
advanced mathematics.
BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY
This endorsement includes
courses directly related to data
base management, information
technology, communications,
accounting, finance, marketing,
graphic design, etc.
PUBLIC SERVICE
This endorsement includes
courses directly related to
health sciences and
occupations, education and
training, law enforcement, and
culinary arts and hospitality.
ARTS AND HUMANITIES
This endorsement includes
courses directly related to
political science, world
languages, cultural studies,
English literature, history, and
fine arts.
MULTIDISCIPLINARY
This endorsement includes
courses from the curriculum of
each endorsement area and a
variety of advanced courses
from multiple content areas.
ENDORSEMENT PLAN CONSIDERATIONS
• College/University admission requirements
• Which science and math courses are required for admission
and/or for a chosen major in college?
• Technology or Certification desired
• Which courses will prepare students for career choices, both
core subjects and electives?
• Will students be able to complete all of the foundation credits
with endorsement requirements?
STUDENTS ENTERING 9TH GRADE IN
2014-2015
• Each student selects (in writing) an endorsement area and
creates a Four-Year Plan.
• The student and their parents are advised of the components
on the Foundation Plan.
• Students and parents must select and sign off on an
endorsement area of their choosing. Endorsement plan
selection may be changed.
ADVANCED COURSES
Klein ISD Advanced Course Offerings *
(Courses satisfy the Foundation Graduation Plan Advanced Course Requirements)
ELA, Math & Science
*Inclusion on this list does not designate advanced grade points
DISTINGUISHED ACHIEVEMENT
Requirements beyond Endorsement(s):
A student in the top 10% of his/her class must have
earned the Distinguished Level of Achievement to be
eligible for automatic admission to a Texas public
college or university.
Requirements
26 Credits plus and Endorsement(s) and:
• 4 math credits must include Algebra II
PERFORMANCE ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Performance acknowledgments
• Performance acknowledgments may be earned for outstanding
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In a Dual Credit course
In Bilingualism and Biliteracy
On an Advanced Placement test
International Baccalaureate examination
On the PSAT, ACT Plan, SAT, or ACT
• A student may also receive a performance acknowledgment for
earning a nationally or internationally recognized business or
industry certification or license.
COURSE SELECTION PROCESS
• Learn more about class options and endorsements
• Check for pre-requisites, fees, and required forms
• Determine your course selections
• Course selections entered into Gradespeed
• Turn in a completed course selection sheet signed by student
and parent
• This Spring you will receive a verification sheet of your course
selections. Check them carefully.
Deadline to request changes is June 12, 2014.
KOHS Website
• Announcements, Deadlines, College and Scholarship
information, and other useful information, please
visit our website at:
www.http://kleinoak.kleinisd.net/
Questions?