HHS Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Information
This presentation provides guidance for high school course selection, academic graduation plans, credit accumulation, and graduation requirements at Hightower High School in Fort Bend Independent School District for the 2021-2022 academic year.
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FORT BEND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 2021-2022 Course Selection Parent Information Night HHS Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness HIGHTOWER HIGH SCHOOL There Is Only One Way And That s The Hurricane Way
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Course Selection WELCOME! The purpose of this presentation is to assist parents and students in planning for high school. Students and parents are strongly encouraged to: Refer to the FBISD Course Guide for more detailed information. Contact building counselors for questions and additional guidance.
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness OUR TEAM HHS Counselors Michelle Dotson Lead Counselor Kelli Johnson 9th Grade Counselor Rose Powell 10th Grade Counselor Irvin Casely-Hayford 11th Grade Counselor Stephanie Toussaint 12th Grade Counselor
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Academic Grad Plans Graduation Plans Foundation + Endorsements - 26 credits Distinguished Level of Achievement - 26 credits Must include: 1endorsement, Algebra 2, and a 4th science credit. Foundations Only - 22 credits (must opt-in, senior year only) **End of Course Exams (STAAR/EOC):Algebra 1, Biology, English 1, English 2, and US History
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Earning Credit What is a Credit? Student accumulate credits by passing a course. A Full-Year Course = 1.0 credit (.5 credits per Semester) Ex. English 1, Algebra 1 A Semester Only Course = .5 credit (awarded each semester) Ex. Health, Psychology
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Earning Credit Non Credit Courses For Seniors Only Office Aid Off Campus
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness GraduationPlans Academic Grad Plans Foundation + Endorsement English 4 Math 4 Science 4 Social Studies 3* Foreign Language 2 (same) PE or substitutions 1 Fine Art 1 Health - .5 Speech - .5 Electives 6 (4 Endorsements Ele.)
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness GraduationPlans Academic Grad Plans Distinguished Level of Achievement (DLA) Same Requirements as Foundation + Endorsement In Addition: Requires Algebra II Completion of least one endorsement, **A student must graduate with a Distinguished Level of Achievement (DLA) to be considered for the Top 10%* and eligibility for automatic admission to a Texas public college or university. *Not all institutions admit Top 10% but may have their own %
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Performance Acknowledgments Academic Grad Plans Performance Acknowledgements may be earned in one or more of the following categories: AP test score of 3 or above; IB test score of 4 or above (transfer students only as the International Baccalaureate program is not available in FBISD); Qualifying PSAT score based on the 11th grade test; SAT combined critical reading and math score of 1250 or above; ACT composite score of 28 or above; College course with a final grade of A or B (3.0 or above); Bilingualism and bi-literacy; and Earning a nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification or license.
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Academic Grad Plans Testing Requirements Students must pass the following State Assessments to meet Graduation Requirements End-of-Course Tests (EOC) Algebra I Biology English I English II U.S. History
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Academic Options Pre AP AP REESE Center Dual Credit English 4 Government Economics BIMS Academic Options
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Academic Options Advanced Placement Dual Credit Description The AP Program allows students to take college-level courses and exams, and to earn college credit or placement while still in high school. Dual Credit allows high school students to simultaneously earn high school and college credit by completing courses at their high school. Credit High school credit is awarded by earning a 70 or higher. College credit is awarded if a student scores a 3 or higher on the AP exam. Credit is awarded when the student passes the course. Students must pass a DC class with a C or higher to remain in the dual credit program. Teachers/Instruc tors Taught by high school teachers trained by The College Board. Taught by college instructors and/or high school teachers who serve as adjunct professors. Eligibility Open to any student Parent and counselor permission; TSI ready (ACT/SAT/PSAT/TSI scores) Which One Is Right For Me?
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Academic Options GPA How It s Calculated.. Example of a high school student s grades: Physics (on level) 86 = 86 points English III AP 94 = 104 points US History Dual Credit 84 = 89 points Athletics 100 = 100 points Choir 100 = 100 points Pre-Cal Pre-AP 86 = 91 Journalism 94 = 94 Total points = 664 points divided by 7 = 94.8571429
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness How It s Calculated.. Academic Options GPA Example of a high school student s grades: Physics (on level) - Grade 86 = 86 points Total points = 664 English III AP - Grade 94 = 104 points US History Dual Credit - Grade 84 = 89 points Divided 664 by 7 Athletics - Grade 100 = 100 points Choir - Grade 100 = 100 points GPA = 94.857 Pre-Cal Pre-AP - Grade 86 = 91 points Journalism - Grade 94 = 94 points
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Academic Options Specialized Programs AVID Evening School Edgenuity Gifted and Talented Program OnRamps Progressive High School P-Tech Pathways Student Leadership
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Endorsements Endorsements
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Endorsements CourseRequirements: Endorsements Similar to a College Major Endorsement pathways are typically a coherent sequence of 4 courses focused on a particular career field Can focus on Academics, Fine Arts, JROTC, or Career and Technical Education Offerings vary by campus
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Endorsements CourseRequirements: Endorsements FBISD students will select their endorsement in the Spring of their 8th Grade Year using Skyward Family Access when they select their courses for next year. Students will have the opportunity to change their endorsement at the beginning of their 9th Grade Year, end of 9th Grade Year, and beginning of 10th Grade Year. The endorsement, and any changes, must be indicated in writing and signed by the parent
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Endorsements The 5Endorsements STEM Endorsement Business and Industry Endorsement Public Service Endorsement Arts and Humanities Endorsement Multidisciplinary Endorsement
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Endorsements STEM Endorsement Pathways Include Computer Science Engineering Math Science Pathways Include: Who: Students considering a career in engineering or computer science, and those who enjoy and are energized by math, science, design, and problem solving. Related Careers: Robotics Technician, Computer Programmer. Medical Researcher, Engineer, Biochemist, Microbiologist, Environmentalist.
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Endorsements Business and Industry Endorsement Who: Students interested in agriculture, business, accounting, digital graphics, and architecture. Pathways Include: Ag, Food & Natural Resources Architecture & Construction Arts, A/V & Communications Business, Marketing, & Finance Information Technology Related Careers: Accountant, Aircraft Controller, Interior Design, Electrician, Chef, Architect
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Endorsements Public Service Endorsement Pathways Include: Health Science Human Services Law, Public Safety, Corrections, & Securities Who: Students who love helping others and are interested in law enforcement, firefighting, education, the military, and government. Related Careers: Teacher, Social Worker, Fire Fighter, Private Investigator, Animal Control Worker, Mental Health Counselor.
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Endorsements Arts and Humanities Endorsement Pathways Include: Art Band, Orchestra Choir Dance Theater World Language Social Studies Who: Students interested in fine arts, world languages, and social studies. Related Careers: Actor, Movie Director, Translator, Ambassador, Musician.
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Endorsements Multidisciplinary Endorsement Provides students an opportunity to earn an Endorsement from courses taken in multiple subject areas and/or Endorsements: 4 AP or Dual Credit Core Subjects 4 X 4 Core Subjects Combination of CTE or Tech Apps from different Endorsements
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Endorsements FBISD s New State-of-the-Art James Reese Career & Technical Education Center Audio Video Production Automotive Mechanics Cosmetology Culinary Arts Diesel Mechanics Education and Training Health Science Hospitality and Tourism HVAC Law Enforcement Oil and Gas Production Welding
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Think Of Endorsements Like This Endorsements
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Selecting Your Courses Selecting Your Courses for 2019-2020 in Skyward Who: Students in grades 8th -11th When: February 15th March 5th What: Create/Update Career Plan Where: Skyward
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Selecting Your Courses 21-22 Course Selection Video Guide (Control/Click or Right-Click to Open
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Selecting Your Courses Important Things To Know It is important to remember that students may take a maximum of 7 credits each year. Students may search for courses by graduation requirement area or endorsement area. Students should edit their courses for the upcoming school year (i.e. 2021-22). When finished with edits, changes will automatically save. Keep in mind, students will edit their 4 year plan every year.
Counseling & Post-Secondary Readiness Selecting Your Courses
