Transcript SRMS Information 8th Grade Students - Schools

2015-2016 Information
•The Eighth Grade Dance is scheduled for May 20, 2016 from 7:00 to 9:30pm.
•Faculty & Staff Basketball Game is tentatively scheduled for the last full day
of school
•We are currently still scheduled to have an opportunity for Eighth graders to
participate in a field trip to Kings Dominion and date information will be
forthcoming once the last day of school is finalized.
•Our Eighth Grade Recognition Ceremony will be scheduled for the morning
of the day before the final day of school.
•We will plan an eighth grade treat on the afternoon of field day so the
students have time to gather together as a team.
•We have scheduled an eighth grade group picture on May 15, 2016 @
7:20am.
•Participation in all of these events is based on grades, attendance and
discipline data. The details/contract will be coming out soon.
And now preparing for the future……..
SRMS Parent Night for
Eighth Grade Students
Ms. Winters, Ms. Carabine and Mr. Spicer,
Counselors
Mr. DiRenzo, Eighth Grade Assistant Principal
Spring Ridge Middle School Staff
SMCPS
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
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21 Credits (required courses and electives)
Sequence/Pathway
High School Assessments (HSA) (PARCC)
Student Service Learning
Career Portfolio
GPA Information
• GPA is calculated on a 4.0 scale. A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1.
• You add the total points up that the student earned
and divide them by the number of classes that the
student had.
• For example: If a student has 4 A's and 3 B's it
would look like: 4+4+4+4+3+3+3=25; then, you
would divide 25/7 (7 is the number of classes that
the student took)= 3.57.
• Now, STEM classes are weighted by .5. The STEM
weight scale is: A=4.5, B=3.5, and C=2.5, D is not
weighted and would be a 1.0.
CComplete
REDITS
a minimum of 21 credits, including:
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English................................................4
Social Studies ....................................3
(US History, Gov’t, World History)
Mathematics.......................................4***
(Including one credit in topics of Algebra and one credit
in topics of Geometry)
Science...............................................3
(Must include Biology)
Physical Education/Health .................1
Technology Education........................1
Fine Arts..............................................1
• Core Credit Total .................16
• Mathematics Requirements: Beginning with entering
9th graders in the 2011-2012 school year all students
must be enrolled in a mathematics class each school
year. We will have a placement test for Math again this
year.
• Each Student Must Fulfill a Completer Pathway:
University, CTE or Dual Completer
EXAMPLE 4 YEAR PLAN- UNIVERSITY
PATHWAY
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
English
English 9CM
English 10CM
English 11CM
English 12CM
Math
Algebra 1CM
Geometry CM
Algebra 2CM
Finite Math or
higher
Science
Physics CM
Biology CM
Chemistry CM
Elective
Social
Studies
US History CM
Government
CM
World History
CM
Elective
World
Language
Language 1
Language 2
Language 3
(rec)
Elective
PE/Health
Fine Arts
Pe/Health
Fine Arts
Elective
Elective
Tech Credit
Found of Tech
Elective
Elective
Elective
EXAMPLE OF CAREER& TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
English
English 9
English 10
English 11
English 12
Math
Algebra 1
Geometry
College Prep
Alg
Alg 2
Science
Exploration in
Science
Biology
Chemistry CM
Elective
Social
Studies
US History
Gov’t
World History
Elective
CTE
Found of Tech
CTE
Sequence
CTE
Sequence
CTE
Sequence
Fine Arts
Crafts/ Fine Arts
CTE
Sequence
Elective
Elective
PE/Health
Pe/Health
Elective
Elective
Elective
EXAMPLE OF DUAL COMPLETER 4 YEAR PLAN
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
English
English 9CM
English 10CM English 11CM English 12CM
Math
Algebra 1CM
Geometry CM Algebra 2CM
Finite Math or
higher
Science
Cpt Based
Physics CM
Biology CM
Chemistry
CM
Elective
Social
Studies
US History CM
Government
CM
World History
CM
Elective
World
Language
Language 1
Language 2
Language 3
(recommende
d)
Elective
PE/Health
Fine Arts
Pe/Health
CTE
Sequence
Fine Arts
Elective
CTE
Found of Tech
CTE
Sequence
CTE
Sequence
CTE
Sequence
COURSES OFFERED
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Core Content
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English
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● Science
● Social Studies
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Electives
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Standard
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Honors
Advanced Placement (AP)
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PE/Health
Fine Arts
Family Consumer
Sciences
AFJROTC
Business
Technology
Engineering
World Languages
Fairlead Academy
• Designed to assist students with the transition to high school
and earning ninth grade credits
• Students are eligible to participate in sports at their home
schools
• Application, grades, testing, discipline are all reviewed for
admission
• 90 minute period in core content
National Academy of Finance at
Chopticon High School
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NAOF prepares students for college success by
offering a rigorous academic curriculum
NAOF prepares students for career success in the
fields of finance, business management, logistics,
and financial and business law
Students can practice these skills in internships
with local businesses and corporations
Application and 3.0 GPA
Academy of Visual and Performing Arts at
Chopticon High School
• Students inspired by the Arts, Dance, Music, Theatre and Visual Arts
• For students who wish to pursue a career in one of these fields of
study
• Application required with a review of grades, test scores, Grade Point
Average of 3.0 or better
Global and International Studies
Program at Leonardtown High School
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The program is designed to provide a rigorous, engaging
educational pathway focused on an advanced study of world
cultures, contemporary issues, history, and World Language.
Additional credits for high school graduation, advanced placement
courses, an internship, and senior capstone project are part of the
program requirements.
Admission to the program is through an application process
based on students past academic performance, dedication to
advanced learning, and desire to pursue international related
careers.
Application and 3.0 GPA
Science Technology Engineering and Math
(STEM) Academy at Great Mills High School
• The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Academy
is offered at Great Mills High School.
• The STEM Academy offers unique courses in science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics to give students extraordinary knowledge and
skills, as well as career exploration in numerous science and engineering
pathways.
• The curriculum includes dedicated research classes founded upon the
application of content, integrated technologies, and extensive problemsolving experiences. Advanced Placement courses are incorporated.
• Admission to the program is through an application process based on
students’ past academic performance, dedication to advanced learning, and
desire to pursue STEM-related careers.
• 3.0 GPA, Internship
Certificate of Merit Diploma
Requirements
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World Languages (other than English, completing
through Level 3 or above)
Minimum of 3.0 GPA
4 years of Mathematics (Beginning with Algebra 1
or beyond)
Minimum of 12 credits in advanced courses at the
Certificate of Merit, Honors, or Advanced
Placement level
High School Assessments (HSA) and
Partnership for Assessment of
Readiness for College and Careers
(PARCC)
• This is still in process and the Program
of Studies will further define the criteria
for assessments for graduation for our
high school students. This year our
Algebra students will participate in
PARCC.
Student Service Learning
• Students complete Service Learning hours
in History classes throughout high school
years.
• 45 hours completed in middle school counts
towards total Service Learning hours
Career Portfolio
• Students begin organizing and compiling
documents in 9th grade.
• Final version must be completed and approved by
the end of senior year.
• Students must complete a satisfactory portfolio to
include evidence of career goals, career
exploration, academic course work, workplace
skills, and student products (e.g., essays and
research projects such as Career Cruising).
• Completed in English class.
Eligibility for Participation in
High School Sports
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Eligibility for high school activities is 2.0 for ALL
students in ALL Grades
Marking Period grades will determine Grade
Point Average.
Every Marking Period students will have the
opportunity to become eligible or ineligible.
Interims do not count towards eligibility
The Marking Period prior to the sport/activity
determines eligibility--- Fall sports depend on
4th MP, Winter Sports– 1st MP, Spring Sports–
2nd MP
Fall Physical and permission forms are
available or can be found at:
http://divisions.smcps.org/dci/athletics/forms
High School Sports
Fall
Winter
Spring
Cheerleading
Basketball
Baseball
Cross country
Cheerleading
Lacrosse
Field hockey
Indoor track
Softball
Football
Swimming
Tennis
Golf
Wrestling
Track and Field
Soccer
Volleyball
Required Documents
• All students trying out MUST have ALL Participation
Paperwork, renewed each year
• Forms are found on the school’s websites under
‘Athletics’ and then ‘forms’
• This includes a physical each year. One physical
will cover several sports for that year.
Be sure to schedule the physical appointments
early! Students cannot even try out without them!
Grade eligibility
Incoming 9th graders do not have to have a 2.0 GPA
for the first marking period of 9th grade.
Returning student athletes must have at least a 2.0
GPA for the 4th marking period to be eligible in the
fall.
*Keep in mind that some of the marking periods are
at the end of a sport season, not having a 2.0 could
result in an athlete missing out on playoffs at the end
of the sport season!
Practices
• For more information about dates, times, etc.,
please speak to the individual coach of your sport
about the rest of tryouts and practices.
• Practices are held every day and possibly on
Saturdays and days when school is released early
or no school at all.
Attendance
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Student absences of 25 days (lawful and unlawful) during
the school year will result in a referral to the Pupil Services
Team for and could result in credit withholding to ensure
that the student has had the opportunity to learn and
master course content.
Financial Preparation for High School
and Beyond
If I have further questions about high school and
opportunities for my child I can ….
• Contact the guidance counselor and/or administration at SRMS
• SMCPS and High School Websites have great resources
• Program of Studies will be out soon and we will share the information
with students and parents
• Attend Any of the Rising Freshman Orientations being held on the
following evenings:
●Chopticon High School, Tuesday, March 15, 2016 from 6-8:00pm
●Leonardtown High School, Wednesday, March 16 from 6-8:00pm
●Great Mills High School, Thursday, March 17 form 6-8:00pm