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Conroe High School
Welcome Freshmen
Tigers
People to Know
Assistant Principal A-Lov- John William
Counselor A-Lov- Fay Harrison
Assistant Principal Low-Z- Emily Quezada-Francis
Counselor Low-Z- Susan Law
Principal- Mike Crowl
Associate Principal- Dena Alvarez
Associate Principal- Virginia Tamborello
Lead Counselor- Lydia Joiner
Welcome
Looking forward to a new year
New challenges for students
New responsibilities for students
New opportunities for students
Goals
Have students excel academically
Have students develop strong social skills
Have students be well rounded individuals
Have students enjoy learning
Priorities
Positive Classroom
Environment
Rigorous Academic
Programs
Social Development
Preparation for Next
Educational Level
A Typical Day
Arriving at School
Lockers/Backpacks
Lunch
School Ends 2:35 pm
Transition to CHS
Attendance is important
Students must earn 6 credits to move up
to sophomore status
Be on time to class
Read the student handbook
Communication
E-Mail – Easiest, Quickest Method
CHS - Web Page
Conferences – As needed
Parent Newsletter via Email
Home Access Center
How Parents Make the Difference!
Keep communication Encourage selflines open - Talk with advocacy in your
your student
student
Monitor what they
E-mail teachers if
are doing
you have a question
academically - Look
or concern
for Progress Reports Encourage
after every 3 weeks
involvement in
school activities
Core Courses
at
Conroe High School
English
English I
English I PreAP
Science
Biology
Biology PreAP
Social Studies
World Geography
World Geography PreAP
Math
Algebra I
Geometry (have Alg credit)
Geometry PreAP (have
Alg credit)
Algebra II PreAP/GT (have
credit for Alg and Geom)
Who should take Pre-AP courses?
The most successful
students are willing to
work very hard.
If a student plans to take
AP courses, the earlier the
preparation, the easier the
transition.
There are only 24 hours in
a day. Evaluate how much
time will be spent in other
activities.
Traits of the Pre-AP Student
Self-starter/self reliant
Willingness to go beyond minimum requirements on
assignments
Capable of adapting to a faster pace/higher level of
thinking
Ability to struggle with questions for which there are
no clear answers
Eagerness to seek out challenges
Ability to analyze and apply concepts
to new situations
Enjoys being challenged academically
Pre-Advanced Placement Program
It’s not just courses to prepare for an examination.
It’s not just a course.
It’s a process.
•Advanced Placement Program consists of college courses taught in
high school.
•Students in AP classes may take examinations; those scores can lead to
college credit.
•AP courses teach students to think, read, and write critically and
analytically.
•AP courses earn additional grade points in the high school GPA.
•PreAP courses facilitate students’ preparation for the challenging AP
academic courses.
Amount of Homework to Expect in High
School
Level classes
30-45 minutes per class per night
Pre-AP Classes
Approximately 60-90 minutes per class per night
More reading, writing, and research-based assignments
Greater degree of critical thinking skills
Faster pace
Registering for
Pre-AP Courses
During course selection students turn in a
commitment form and indicate it on their course
selection sheet.
We recommend that students take pre-AP if they
have been able to maintain grades above 80 in
advanced classes or grades above a 90 in level
courses.
Conroe High School
Registration Process
During registration, students will receive the following:
Course Description Guide
Course Selection Sheet
Course Description Guide
Front of book
General Information
Graduation Requirements
Description of different levels
Policies and procedures
G.P.A./Class Rank System
Description of all courses
Appropriate Grade Level
How many credits the course earns
What prerequisites the course has
Additional fees for certain courses (ie: cost of supplies and
materials for ART I is $30.00)
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS
CLASS OF 2013
All students are required to earn a minimum of 26 credits to graduate.
SUBJECT
Credits
English
4.0
Mathematics-Must Include:
Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra 2*
(three credits in grades 9-12)
Science-Must Include: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
Social Studies (World Geography, World History, U.S. History, Gov./Eco.)
Foreign Language (Same language)
Health
P.E. (1/2 credit must be Foundations) or P.E. Substitute
Fine Arts
Communication Applications (Speech)
Technology
Electives
TOTAL CREDITS
4.0
4.0
4.0
2.0
0.5
1.5
1.0
0.5
1.0
3.5
26.0
7 Period Class Day
Typical Schedule
English I or English I Pre-AP
Algebra 1 or Geometry or Geometry Pre-P
World Geography or World Geography Pre-AP
Biology or Biology Pre-AP
3 periods are left and may be filled with
PE or PE substitute
Fine Art
Health/Communication Applications
Technology
Foreign Language
Other electives
Special
ConsiderationsBand and Drill Team- fall semester earns PE credit, spring
semester earns Fine Art credit
ROTC- earns PE credit or elective credit
Foreign Language- must be 2 yrs of same language, only
recommended for Freshmen strong in Language Arts
Athletics- requires a physical, will require time after school and
weekends
Pre-AP courses require the parent’s signature and the
Commitment Statement
Without parent signature and Commitment Statement
students will go into level courses
Final deadline to make changes is 5/15
Choosing alternates
Put course selection alternates part here
If you do not choose an alternate the
counselor may will pick for you and
you will not be permitted to change.
WRITTEN REQUESTS FOR CHANGES, SIGNED BY A PARENT OR
GUARDIAN, MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE COUNSELING OFFICE BY
MAY 15, 2009.
_____________________________
Student Signature
______________________________
Parent Signature
COMMITMENT STATEMENT FOR PRE-AP COURSE(S)
I have read and I understand the expectations for participating in the PreAdvanced Placement courses at Conroe High School as stated in the
Course Description Guide. I understand the criteria and I am personally
committed to expend the time and effort necessary for success. I accept
that I must work to the best of my ability in order to be a part of this
program. By entering into an Pre-AP course, I understand that I am making
the commitment to that course for the entire school year.
______________________________
Student Signature
_______________________________
Parent Signature
Fine Arts
4001
Art
4401
Theater Arts
5551
Dance 1
The following classes require after school time:
4651
Concert Band 1
4901
Symphonic Band 1
5051
Symphonic Orchestra
5101
Acapella Choir 1
647EA Color Guard 1(fall only after school)
One credit of Fine Arts is required for graduation.
Electives, Foreign Languages,
Health, Communications App.
TECHNOLOGY: (Either course satisfies the required technology appls. credit toward
graduation.)
7811 Technology Systems
7161 BCIS (Business Computer Information Systems)
CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY ELECTIVES:
7601 Personal and Family Development
677E Ag Basics (includes Intro & App World Ag)
832H Intro to Construction Careers (will require another “h” course to go with it)
7911 Intro Electric/Electronic Careers
OTHER ELECTIVES:
2414 Journalism I
2611 Debate I
8801 JROTC I ( waives 1.0 P.E. credit)
Enrollment may be limited in elective courses due to classroom and equipment availability.
Health, Communications App, Foreign Lang:
080HF/HS
260HF/HS
Foreign Languages: French, Spanish, German
Course Selection Sheets are
due back to their
Students will receive a course verification sheet
listing the selected courses by mail.
Deadline for all schedule changes,
May 15th .
Questions??????
• Index cards with name, phone number,
or email address
• See booths in hall for more information
• Help Session: 2/17 in the CHS LGI from 6:308:30
Thank you for
your attendance.