Transcript Parent Information - Grapevine

Class of 2017
Colleyville Heritage High
School
WELCOME!
Registration Information
 Green
Program of Studies Book –
provided by your middle school.
 Registration
Worksheet- brought by
high school counselors on middle school
visit day
Additional helpful resources available
on the Counselor’s website :
Incoming Freshmen and New Student
information page
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Clubs and Organizations/Map
24 Most Asked Questions
Athletic & Fine Art Options
PAP and AP Information
Visit our website for
additional information:
www.gcisdk12.org/chhs/site/def
ault.asp
State Recommended
Graduation Requirements
English - 4
Mathematics - 4
Science - 4
Social Studies – 3.5
Economics - .5
Health - .5
Physical Education - 1
Fine Arts - 1
Speech - .5
Technical Credit - 1
Other Languages-2
Electives- 4
Total Credits-26 State Credits
State Recommended Plan
requires taking Levels I and
II in the same language other
than English courses.
State Distinguished Achievement
Graduation Requirements
English-4
Mathematics-4
Science-4
Social Studies-3.5
Economics-.5
Health-.5
Physical Education-1
Fine Arts-1
Speech-.5
Technical Credit-1
Other Languages-3
Electives-3
Total Credits- 26 State Credits
PLUS
Four of the following advanced measures
are required:
•A score of 3 or above on any College Board
Advanced Placement Exam
•A grade of 3 or higher on courses that
count for college credit, including tech prep
programs
•A commended (semi-finalist or finalist)
score on the PSAT
•Locally articulated courses identified in a
local tech-prep articulation agreement
between a college and a school district.
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•Level III advanced on EOCs for Alg II, and
Eng III reading and Writing
STAAR (State of Texas Assessments
of Academic Readiness)
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EOC – End of Course exams that replaced TAKS testing
Tested Courses: (Freshman courses in RED)
English I
English II
English III
Algebra.1
Geometry
Algebra.2
W. Geography W. History US. History
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
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Breakout session in Library at 7:45 -8:15
More information at TEA’s website:
www.tea.state.tx.us/student.assessment/staar/
Mathematics
The Recommended Program
requires:
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Additional SBOE approved
Math course
Science
The Recommended Program requires:
 Biology
 Chemistry
 Physics
 Additional
Science Elective (AP Biology,
AP Chemistry, AP Physics, AP
Environmental Systems, Aquatic Science,
Anatomy and Physiology, Astronomy,
IPC,[8th grade accelerated],etc.)
Social Studies
The Recommended Program
requires:
 World Geography
 World History
 US History
 US Government (+ Economics)
Fine Arts
 Art
 Dance
 Choir
 Theatre
 Band
Physical Education
1 Credit Required for Graduation
4 total credits are allowed for graduation purposes.
The following substitutes for PE
in the FALL Only
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Marching Band
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Drill Team
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Cheerleading
Athletics may substitute for up to 4 credits of PE.
*Dance I may earn Fine Arts Or PE credit.
INFORMATION ON TRY-OUTS
Refer to the Athletics and Fine Arts
Options (available online)
 ATHLETICS
 CHEER
 DANCE
TEAM
 THEATER PRODUCTION
 NEWSPAPER/YEARBOOK
Athletics
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High School athletics are very competitive.
Students who are not currently playing a
sport either in middle school or on a
competitive team should contact the
appropriate coach prior to registering for
that sport. Contact information is on the
“Athletics and Fine Arts Options”
information sheet online on the
Counselor’s website.
Technical Credit
There are several options for next year!
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Refer to pg. 2 in your Program of Studies for
courses that satisfy the technical credit
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Business Information Management I/II, Digital and Interactive Multimedia,
Computer Maintenance, Computer Technician, Principles of Information
Technology, Concepts of Engineering, Computer Science, Touch Systems
Data Entry, Animation, Video Game Design, Web Technologies, Graphic
Design and Illustration, Audio/Video, Independent Study in Tech Apps.
Speech
Communication Applications
or Professional
Communications is required.
Other Languages
Levels I and II of the same language
(State Recommended)
 Levels I, II, and III of the same language
( DAP)
Any language other than English
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CREDITS
Credits are recorded on the transcript at the end
of each semester.
 Class rank is calculated in September, February
and June.
 Classes are on a semester by semester basis. If
a student fails a required course for the
semester they must retake the semester of
that course, or regain the credit by making 70 or
higher on a credit by exam.
 REMEMBER! 26 STATE credits are needed for
graduation on the Recommended plan or above.
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What is a transcript?
To be promoted:
Students need a total of 6 credits at
the end of the freshman year.
Basically , that means passing 6 classes first
semester and 6 classes second semester.
Remember that a student must be in
attendance 90% of school days in order to
earn credit. “Seat time” may be needed to
regain credit lost for attendance.
Attendance is important!!!
Pre-AP/AP Classes
Pre-Advanced (PAP) courses are designed
to prepare students for the entry into
Advanced Placement (AP) courses and to
meet the unique needs of qualified students.
Basic content is the same as the regular
course, but instruction allows for more
in-depth and accelerated pacing.
Preparation time (outside of school) is
estimated to be 1- 1 ½ hours per class
period.
AP and PAP Programs
 GCISD
is allowing open enrollment in
PAP and AP programs, however it is
always best to consider outside
activities, previous academic record, and
the time commitment required for
advanced level courses when making
your course selections.
Available Classes
AP CLASSES
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Computer Science
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Statistics
Physics B
Physics C
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Microeconomics
US History
World History
Human Geography
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Government
Psychology
European Studies
History of Art
Drawing & General Portfolio
English Comp & English Lit
French
German
Latin
Spanish Language
Spanish Literature
Music Theory
Available Classes
Pre-AP Classes
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Biology
Chemistry I
Physics I
Algebra I, II
Geometry
Pre-Calculus
World Geography
World History
US History
French III, IV
Latin III, IV
 Spanish III, IV
 English I, II
 History of Art
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Parent University Session at 7:00 in the
auditorium tonight
Requirements for GT Programs
(* If previously qualified, your student will STILL qualify)
Minimum score of 125 on any one of the following aptitude
measures:
 Verbal
 Nonverbal
 Quantitative
Minimum score of 95th percentile
on any one of the following
achievement measures:
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Reading
Social Studies
Science
Mathematics
Must meet two of the three following criteria
 Minimum of 90 GPA in the previous semester
 Minimum of 18 on the Student Self-Assessment
 Minimum of 60 on 2 Teacher Checklists
Extra Curricular Activities
 Major
Time
Commitment
 College Recognition
 Opportunity to
build leadership
skills.
 Socialization
 School Spirit!
Off Campus Classes
Some courses are offered at Grapevine High
School and the GCISD Swim Center. A
shuttle is provided by the district. Please be
aware of signing up for GHS classes
(designated by GHS on registration sheet).
 Gymnastics (Must provide own transportation)
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Hints for Course Selection
Choose classes that will challenge, but not
overwhelm you.
 Gains in GPA and class rank come from a
combination of challenging courses AND good
grades.
 If a course was too difficult in the past, it is
quite possible that the next level course will be
too difficult as well. Talk with your teacher for
advice.
 Map out a time management plan identifying
preparation time for classes, time requirements
for extracurricular activities and free time.
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Choices Planner
Each child will have a Personal Learning
Plan
 Break out session on Choices planner will
be at 7:45 in the library.
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ALL SCHEDULE CHANGES MUST BE
REQUESTED BY May 1st.
Schedule Changes
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All schedule changes will be address at
Schedule pick up in August.
 Requests
will be honored based on course
availability
The
Importance
of a Well
Rounded
Education
Test Scores
Community Service
Community Scholar
Ambassador Program
Requirements:
State Recommended plan or above
 Three credits in the same language other
than English
 70% or higher in every course taken
 100 Hours of Community Service
 Please see the website for contact info &
further information.
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Course Selection Dates
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CHHS Counselors will be visiting the middle
schools on the following dates:
February 4th- CMS
 February 5th-HMS
 February 7th- GMS
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Students
must enter their course
selections online between Feb 8th and
March 21st! You must use the student’s
Skyward login, not the parent’s!
Parent University Schedule
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6:45-8:15 – Teachers available in Panther Den
7:00 - 7:30 - Pre-AP and AP information
Location: auditorium
7:00 - 7:30 - Registration Discussion for Spanish
speakers
Location: Lecture Hall
7:45 - 8:15 - Dual Enrollment - Location:
Auditorium
7:45 - 8:15 – STARR Q & A –Location: Library
Summer Enrichment Program
GCISD has announced a brand new Summer Enrichment Program for
Secondary Students. How would you like to?:
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Visit the Fine Arts of the DFW Metroplex
Visit the Fine Arts of Chicago
Visit Colleges & the Air Force Academy in Colorado
Visit Colleges & Universities in Texas
Learn all about Culinary Arts in Texas
Visit the GCISD Webpage, Summer School Programs under
Departments and Programs for more Information!
Welcome to CHHS
PANTHERS RULE!