Graduation Requirements and Endorsements Overview
This content provides detailed information on high school graduation requirements, including the necessary credits in English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language, and Electives, as well as an overview of Endorsements in STEM, Business and Industry, Public Service, Arts and Humanities, and Multidisciplinary fields. It explains the concept of Endorsements, required courses, and the importance of planning a 4-year course schedule for a successful high school experience.
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9THGRADE COURSE SELECTION:2017/2018 What is required for graduation? What is a 4 year plan? How to complete course selection? What to expect in high school? Upcoming dates
WHAT IS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION: 26 credits under the Foundation plus endorsement plan (pg 20 in Program Guide) 4 years of English ( English I, II, III, IV) 4 years of Math (Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II, 4thmath) (this can change depending on strength/weakness in math) 4 years of Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, 4thscience) (this can change depending on strength/weakness in science) 4 years of Social Studies (W. Geo, W. History, US History, Gov t/Eco) 1 year Fine Arts (Theatre, Art, Band, Orchestra, Choir, etc.) 1 year PE ( Athletics, JROTC, Band (Fall only) Dance PE)
WHAT IS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION CONTD 2 years of the same Foreign Language ( Spanish or French) Health (.5 credit) Professional Communication (.5 credit) 5 Elective ( Endorsement classes) STAAR/EOC Exams Algebra1, English I, English II, Biology, US History
WHAT IS AN ENDORSEMENT? (PAGES 23-29) Endorsements is like a major in college You take courses in a specific pathway or sequence There are five Endorsement areas with different pathways STEM Business and Industry Public Service Arts and Humanities Multidisciplinary
STEM: PATHWAYS (PAGES 23-24 ) Science Technology (2 options) Engineering ( 2 options) Math Courses must be taken in a specific sequence
BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY: PATHWAYS (PAGES 25-26) Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Journalism/Newspaper Arts, Audio Video and Communication Journalism/Yearbook Architecture and Construction Journalism/Broadcast Business Marketing Hospitality and Tourism (2 options) Manufacturing Debate Transportation, Distribution and Logistics Information Technology
PUBLIC SERVICE: PATHWAYS (PAGE 27) Human Services Human Services/Cosmetology Health Science Law, Public Safety, Correction, Security: Firefighter Law, Public Safety, Corrections, Security: Law JROTC
ARTS AND HUMANITIES: PATHWAYS (PAGE 28-29) Theater Art Choir Dance ( 2 options) Visual Art ( 5 options) Band World Language ( 4 years of the same language or 2 years of 2 different languages) Orchestra Color Guard Social Studies (5 credits)
MULTIDISCIPLINARY (PAGE 29) Select a variety of electives or Complete the 4x4 ( Math, Science, Social Studies, English) You can also earn an endorsement in AVID by taking: AVID I-IV
WHAT IS A 4 YEAR PLAN? Courses that you will take over the course of your 4 years during high school Endorsement/Elective courses should follow a specific pathway/sequence You must also make sure that you are completing the 21 core courses within the 4 years
HOW TO COMPLETE COURSE SELECTION? Select 4 core courses ( Math, Science, Social Studies, English) Select 3 additional courses plus 6 alternate courses and number 1thru 6 Choose wisely because any course can show up on your schedule No course changes once school begins Some things to keep in mind: Do you participate in athletics, band, choir, orchestra?
HOW TO COMPLETE COURSE SELECTION CONTD Do not wait until your 11thgrade year to begin your foreign language If you select a one semester course, you must have another one to complete the year ( 2 semester courses= I full year) Complete your worksheet with your parents and get required signatures Your 8thgrade counselor will take you to the computer lab for you to enter your courses in Skyward using your worksheet as a guide Once courses have been completed, turn worksheet in to your counselor
WHAT TO EXPECT IN HIGH SCHOOL? School day starts at 7:25 ( first bell); Tardy at 7:30 Tardies counts Attendance counts You have to earn a specific amount of credits to go on to the next grade (6; 12; 18) You cannot move to Geometry unless you pass the entire year of Algebra 1 You cannot move to your next English class if you have not earned a full credit
WHAT TO EXPECT IN HIGH SCHOOL CONTD Complete your assignments/homework Attend tutorials Ask for help Build relationships with your teachers/counselor Participate in sports/clubs/ organizations Do not participate in unnecessary drama/trouble
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER Enter courses in Skyward between February 1stthru February 22nd Return worksheet to counselor by: February 27th Verification of courses will begin: 1stverification: March 20th-30th; 2ndverification: April12th -21st Make changes to your requested courses by: April 21stis last day to submit changes 8thgrade Parent Night/Elective Course Fair: February 1st 8thgrade Parent Counselor Drop in at Kempner: February 3rd
THE END GO COOGS!!!!!!
