Transcript Klein Collins High School

Klein
High School
Course Registration
For 2015-2016
Requirements to Graduate
Earn 26 State Credits
Pass required State
Courses
Pass all the following
EOC tests: English 1,
English 2, Algebra 1,
Biology, US History
Graduation Plans
Recommended Plan
Distinguished Plan
“To be eligible for admission
at a Texas Four-Year Public
Institution, students must
successfully complete the
Recommended or
Distinguished high school
program.”
--Texas Education Code
(state law)
Recommended Plan
4 years of English
4 years of Math
4 years of Social Studies
4 years of Science
2 years of Foreign Lang.
1 year of PE/Equivalent
1 year of Fine Art
26 total credits
Communication Applic. OR Professional Communication
Electives
Distinguished Achievement Plan
26 Credits
Same course requirements as Recommended
– IPC does not count toward
the science requirement
3 years of Foreign Language
4 Advanced Measures
– AP scores
– Dual Credit
– Articulated-prep courses
– Commended or Semi-Finalist on PSAT
Pre-AP/AP/Dual Credit
Rigorous coursework & more homework
“Extra” grade points
Be better prepared for college
Advanced Measure for Distinguished Plan
(AP tests scores of 3+, not just taking the class)
Earn college credit
English sequence:
English 1
English 2
English 2
English 3
English 3
English 4
Math Sequence:
Advanced Math Skills
Geometry
Algebra 2
4th Math
5th Math
Successful Math Performance
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra 2
4th Math
Extra Support Needed for Math Success
Algebra 1
Geometry
Math Models
Algebra 2
Science sequence:
4th science options:
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Chemistry
Physics
4th science
•Advanced Animal Science
•Advanced Plant and Soil
•Forensic Science
•Aquatic Science
•Anatomy and Physiology
•Earth Space Science
•Biology AP
•Chemistry AP
•Environmental Science AP
•Physics AP
*IPC will count as part of the
Recommended Graduation Plan if taken
prior to Chemistry and Physics and will not
count toward the Distinguished
Achievement Plan.
**Be sure to check for prerequisites for
the 4th year science options!!!
Social Studies sequence:
World Geography
World History
World History
US History
US History
Government/Economics
Required Coursework
Foreign Language
Spanish
French
German
Latin
Recommended Plan
requires 2 years (same
language); Distinguished
Plan requires 3 years
(same language)
Required Coursework
1 year of Fine Art:
– Art
– Band
– Orchestra
– Choir
– Theater
– Dance
– Color Guard
– Floral Design
Required Coursework
1 year of PE or Equivalent
– PE
– Athletics
– Cheerleading (S1 only)
– ROTC (substitution)
– Drill Team (substitution)
– Marching Band (S1 only, sub.)
Can earn up to 4 PE/Equivalent credits
Career & Technical Education (CTE)
15 Career Clusters
Technology
Why take CTE?
– Learn about jobs
– Certification
2- or 3-period classes require planning!
Career & Technical Education (CTE)
Cosmetology
Agriculture
Health
Occupations
Career & Technical Education (CTE)
Auto
Tech
Electronics
Home
Economics
Technology Courses
Fundamental Computer Science (grades 9-12)
Computer Science 2 (grades 10-12)
Digital Art & Animation (grades10-12)
Digital Video Design (grades 10-12)
Game Program Design—Fall semester (grades 9-12)
Mobile Application Development—Spring semester
(grades 9-12)
Robotics Program Design (grades 9-12)
Web Design (grades 9-12)
Online Data Entry
Meet with Counselor
Bring Course Request
Form
Review at home via
Parent Connection
Additional Information
Class Catalog & CTE Catalog
(both can be found online)
Forms, info packets, and
applications
Classmates, teachers, and family
Counselors – email, before/after
school
KHS website:
http://www.kleinhs.kleinisd.net
REMEMBER
NO SCHEDULE
CHANGES
after
June 11, 2015
To Do!
Take home the packet & review thoroughly with a
parent
Reflect on information presented in the Career/Tech
presentation (electives)
Check for prerequisites, fees, forms, etc.
Complete the Course Request List sheet & 4-yearplan—sign & have a parent sign
Bring the Course Request List and 4-year-plan sheets
with you when you meet with your counselor.
Work Hard. Graduate!