8

th

grade Transition to High School

FOUNDATION GRADUATION PLAN WITH ENDORSEMENT

Revised February 3, 2014

Endorsement Areas

 ARTS AND HUMANITIES Political science, literature, world languages, cultural studies, history and fine arts.

 BUSINESS & INDUSTRY Information technology, database management, marketing, accounting, finance, graphic design, architecture, construction, welding, automotive technology, agriculture, vet science, culinary arts and hospitality.

 MULTIDISCIPLINARY This endorsement provides students the opportunity to take a variety of courses from each of the other four endorsement areas.

 PUBLIC SERVICE Health science occupations, education, law enforcement, cosmetology, and JROTC  STEM Science, Technology-including computer science, Engineering, and advanced Math.

FOUNDATION PLAN COURSES

Academic Discipline GRADUATION PLAN Endorsement Distinguished*

*Possibly Eligible for top 10% automatic admissions to Texas public 4-year institutions

Discipline

English Math Science Social Studies Foreign Language Fine Arts Physical Education Electives

Total Credits for Graduation:

Revised February 3, 2014

Credits

4 4 4 3 2 1 1 7

26 Credits

4 4* 4 3 2 1 1 7

26

*must include Algebra 2

Requirements to Graduate

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Earn the 26 required State Credits

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Pass all 5 EOC tests

Required 5 EOC Tests

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Algebra 1

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English 1

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English 2

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Biology

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US History

Students Entering 9

th

Grade

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Each student selects (in writing) an endorsement area.

Plan For The Future

Grade 9 * Attend Freshman Orientation * Strive for good grades * GPA begins with 9 th grade * Develop a student resume/portfolio (keep Guidance Handbook in this file) * Become involved - make an impact

A Day In the Life at High School

7:25 am--2:30 pm 7 periods each day 50 minute classes 6 minute passing time Each student assigned counselor & principal according to last name

FOUR YEAR PLAN Revised February 3, 2014

Pre-AP/AP/Dual Credit

 Rigorous coursework & more homework  “Extra” grade points  Be better prepared for college

AP/Dual Credit

 Used for Performance Acknowledgment  Earn college credit

PreAP Frequent Questions

Who can take PreAP classes?

They are open enrollment, but student, parent & counselor input is imperative. Can be a very

difficult decision.

What if a student is struggling in a PreAP class?

A student may

choose to exit a PreAP course (regardless of student performance)

a. 1 st 6 wks , preferably when 6 WK grade is available or b. At the end of the semester c. Exit decision approved by parent, teacher & counselor/adm.

Is there any limit to the number of PreAP courses one can take?

No, but must consider the student’s needs & overall course load.

Options for meeting PE requirement 1 year of PE or Equivalent – PE – – Dance Athletics – – – – Cheerleading (S1 only) ROTC (substitution) Drill Team (substitution) Marching Band (S1 only, sub.) Can earn up to 4 PE/Equivalent credits

Options to meet other Required Coursework 2 years of the same Foreign Language – Spanish – – – French German Latin 1 year of Fine Arts – Art – – – – – Band Choir Dance Orchestra Theatre Arts (Performing or Production

Your High School Transcript

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It is your scorecard!

Starts with 9 th grade It is how colleges will evaluate you.

It is the official record of: student efforts/grades.

Sample High School Report Card

Course Name

English I PreAP Geometry PreAP Biology I PreAP Spanish I Art I Var Band

MkPd1 Gr Con

96 E 89 E 95 E 97 E 96 E 96 E

MkPd2 Gr Con

100 E 89 E 97 E 96 E 100 E 98 E

MkPd3 Gr Con

99 E 94 E 96 E 97 E 99 E 96 E

Sem Exam

94

Sem Avg

98 86 90 96 96 93 100 96 97 97 97 .5

.5

.5

.5

Credits Earned

.5

.5

Total of 3.5 credits earned for this report card.

Semester Grades Are Based on : Three Six Weeks Grades & the Semester Exam

First Second Third Six Weeks Six Weeks Six Weeks Semester Exam = 28% = 28% = 28% = 16% Each semester stands

ALONE!

The first and second semesters are not averaged together for a passing grade.

9

th

Grade Elective Options

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Semester

Touch System Data Entry Principles of Business, Marketing, & Finance Money Matters Principles of Human Services Retailing & E-tailing Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Professional Communications Principles of Construction (KF only) Principles of Manufacturing (KF & KO only)    

Full year

Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Business Information Management 1 Concepts of Engineering & Architecture ROTC

Technology

♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Computer Science 1 (regular or PreAP) ♦ Prerequisite is Alg 1 with a B Average (Recommended) Fundamental Computer Science (grades 9-12) Game Program Design (grades 9-12) Mobile Application Development (grades 9-12) Robotics Program Design (grades 9-12) Web Design (grades 9-12)

Begin with the End in Mind

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What is your career interest?

What Programs of Study and/or specialized schools of choice will prepare you for your postsecondary education and/or career training?

Which Endorsement will you earn?

Plan NOW!

Schools of Choice

  International Baccalaureate (Klein Oak) International Business Academy (Klein Forest) ** Application process required.

7 Period Day

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Don’t overload 9th gd schedule!

• Consider extra curricular activities when

selecting classes

• Schedule change deadlines

will be honored !

No schedule changes after 3:00 p.m., June 12, 2015

Online Data Entry

Meet with Counselor Bring Course Request Form Review at home via Parent Connection

FAQ

 For more information please visit:  The high school counselor webpage at:

www.kleinisd.net