Transcript RCHS Bulldog Review incoming freshman

Welcome to Bulldog
Review-Incoming
Freshmen
HB 5 Graduation Plans-Students
entering Grade 9 in 2016 - 2017
Foundation Plan + Endorsement (26 Credits)
Distinguished Level of Achievement (26 Credits)
• 4 Credits ENGLISH - English I, II, III, Advanced English
(RCHS recommends-English IV)
• 4 Credits MATH - Algebra 1, Geometry, two credits in
advance Math course (RCHS recommends Algebra II which
is the Distinguished level of Achievement)
• 4 Credits *SCIENCE - One credit must be Biology, one
credit in IPC/Chemistry/or Physics, and two credits in an
advanced science course (*subject to prerequisites)
• 3 Credits SOCIAL STUDIES - World Geography or
World History (RCHS recommendation), US History,
Government, Economics
• 2 Credits LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH
• 1 Credit PHYSICAL EDUCATION
• 1 Credit FINE ARTS
• 0.5 Credit HEALTH (RCISD requirement)
• 0.5 Credit SPEECH or Professional Communications (RCISD
requirement)
• 5 Credits in **ELECTIVES
• 4 Credits ENGLISH - English I, II, III, English IV or higher
• 4 Credits MATH - Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II, one credit in an
advanced math course (RCHS recommends Pre Calculus)
• 4 Credits *SCIENCE - Biology, Chemistry (RCHS recommendation),
Physics (RCHS recommendation) and one credit in any
advanced science course (*subject to prerequisites)
• 3 Credits SOCIAL STUDIES - World Geography or World History (RCHS
recommendation), US History, Government, Economics
• 2 Credits LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH
• 1 Credit PHYSICAL EDUCATION
• 1 Credit FINE ARTS
• 0.5 Credit HEALTH (RCISD requirement)
• 0.5 Credit SPEECH or Professional Communications (RCISD
requirement)
• 5 Credits in **ELECTIVES
**Credit requirement specific to at least one endorsement.
Additional Requirement: Performance Acknowledgement
**Credit requirement specific to at least one endorsement.
RCISD highly recommends students to minimally
complete this Foundation plan to ensure college readiness
• Outstanding Performance: Dual credit course work, bilingualism/biliteracy; College AP exams, PSAT, ACT or SAT scores
• Certification: Nationally or internationally recognized business or industry
certification or license
What are the areas
Endorsements?
There are only 5 areas of
endorsement:
▪ Business & Industry
▪ Arts & Humanities
▪ Public Service
▪ STEM
▪ Multidisciplinary
Business & Industry Endorsement
Experiences
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Agricultural Power Structures*
Animal Science*
Animation*
Business*
Finance*
Communication
Culinary*
Fashion*
Graphic Design*
Horticulture*
Information Technology*
Interior Design*
Journalism
Video Production*
* Indicates CATE Course
Arts & Humanities Endorsement
Experiences
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Dance
Music
Political Science and Pre-Law
Social Sciences
Theatre
Visual Arts
World Languages
American Sign Language
* Indicates CATE Course
Public Service Endorsement
Experiences
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Child Development*
Education & Training/Child Guidance*
Emergency Medical Technician*
Health Information Management*
Health Sciences – Nursing*
* Indicates CATE Course
STEM Endorsement Experiences
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Life Science
Physical Science
Pre-Med*
Math
Sports Medicine
* Indicates CATE Course
Multidisciplinary Endorsement
▪ A student may earn a multidisciplinary studies endorsement by completing
foundation and general endorsement requirements plus:
– Four advanced courses preparing a student for success in workforce or
college from within one endorsement area or among endorsement areas
that are not in a coherent sequence.
– Four credits in each of the four foundation subject areas to include English
IV, chemistry and/or physics.
– Four credits in AP or dual credit selected from English, mathematics,
science, social studies, economics, languages other than English or fine
arts.
This is what a
personal
graduation
plan looks like
under the
endorsement
plan.
Note the
“experience”
electives!
What if I am not happy with my
graduation plan?
▪ It can be changed at the end of your freshman year,
during registration. 4 credits are needed to earn an
endorsement. Changing an experience after the start of
your sophomore year will not give you enough time to
earn an endorsement!
Registration
▪ Registration is coming to the middle school in the next couple of
weeks!
▪ It’s time to start thinking about courses for next school year !
▪ Don’t know what to take? Check out the endorsement areas at the
tables in the gym and cafeteria
▪ Keep in mind which classes count for GPA calculation
What Counts for my GPA?
▪ English: I, II, III and IV or 1 Advanced English
▪ Math: Algebra I, Geometry & Algebra II
▪ Science: Biology, Chemistry, Physics
▪ History: W. History, US History, Government, Economics
▪ Languages Other Than English: I,II
Why Advanced Classes are Important
to your GPA?
▪ Grade Point Scale
Grade
AP/DC
PreAP
All Others
100
6.0
5.0
4.0
95
5.5
4.5
3.5
90
5.0
4.0
3.0
85
4.5
3.5
2.5
80
4.0
3.0
2.0
75
3.5
2.5
1.5
70
3.0
2.0
1.0
69 below
0.0
0.0
0.0
Pre AP and AP Classes
▪ AP is a college-level course approved by the College Board.
▪ Prior to enrolling in a Pre AP or AP course, a student must
demonstrate his or her readiness to participate in the Pre AP/AP
program by completing the current year with the following
requirements
– 80 or Higher in a regular level course where requesting a Pre AP
course.
– 80 or higher in a Pre AP course where requesting an AP course.
– 90 or Higher in a regular level course where requesting an AP
course.
 Before registering for a PreAP/AP class, please read the PreAP/AP
policies and requirements including the drop policy in regards to
these courses.
What about Dual Credit?
▪ A dual credit class allows students to earn credit in both high school
and college at the same time.
▪ Students can begin participating in the dual credit program their
Sophomore Year.
▪ Dual Credit Classes Offered Include: US History, English 1301 & 1302,
Government, Economics, Psychology, College Algebra, and College
Pre Calculus. New courses proposed for next year are College
Calculus, English Composition, Sociology, art history, & theater.
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