1 nation ford high school first impressions welcome! class of 2019 beverley bowman, principal
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Nation Ford High SchoolFirst Impressions
Welcome!
Class of 2019Beverley Bowman, Principal
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcZg51Il9no
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Curriculum Night Agenda NFHS Staff Graduation requirements Support for Students and Parents Departments and Courses How to Stay on Track How to Register
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NFHS Staff
AdministrationBeverley Bowman, Principal
Assistant Principals Pam Pittman (A-D) Emily McQuay (E-K) Debra Miller (L-Q) Ernest Poag (R-Z)
Counselors
Sonya Williams (A-Co) Kirkley Russell (Cp-Hh) Charles Drakeford (Hi-Mg) Tarah Boulware (Mh-Si) Shaun Huitt (Sj-Z)
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Goal: College and Career Ready
Colleges and Companies Look For: A Love of learning Academic interest and discipline Commitment to success and academic
excellence Willingness to take on work and
responsibility
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Goal: College and Career Ready
Colleges and Companies Look For: Maturity Ability to handle college-level work
AP courses – college admission officers will give priority over an applicant who has not taken any
May earn credit or advanced standing
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SC diploma requires = 24 credits 1 course = 1 credit Meet attendance
requirements
What Does It Take To Graduate?
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Courses and Required UnitsCourse Units
English 4
Math 4
Science 3
U.S. History and Constitution 1
Government/Economics 1
1 Additional Social Studies 1
Physical Education or JROTC 1
Computer Science/Intro to Computers 1
Cluster Course or Foreign Language 1
High School 101 1
Electives 6
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Promotion Standards
Year Units/Courses Required
Freshman Successful Completion of 8th Grade
Sophomores 1 English, 1 Math, & 4 Other = 6 Units
Juniors 2 English, 2 Math, 1 Science, and 7 Other = 12 Units
Seniors 3 English, 3 Math, 2 Sciences, and 8 Other = 16 Units
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NFHS Students Can Graduate With More Than 24 Credits
4 classes/semester (90 min. per class) 2 semesters/year 8 credits per year = 32 credits upon
graduation
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Question
Why is the school schedule structured so that students earn 8 more credits than needed to meet State requirements for graduation?
To expose students to more career/elective courses To allow students to focus only on 4 courses at one
time To accommodate students that fail a course
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Grade Point Average (GPA)
SC Uniform Grading Scale adopted in 2000 for all high schools in SC
GPA impacts class rank, scholarships, college admissions, athletic eligibility, and possibly employment
GPA is re-calculated each semester
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Course Levels Regular College Prep Honors Advanced Placement or Dual Credit
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Example English I CP 91= 3.75 Algebra I CP 87= 3.25 Physical Science CP 94= 4.12 World Geography Honors 94= 4.625 GPA = 3.94
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Individual Graduation Plan (IGP)
Outlines courses that students plan to take in high school
Created/revised annually by parent, student, and counselor beginning in 8th grade
Allows students to identify a career field of interest
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Naviance Prepares Students for Post Secondary
Success Students learn about themselves and
exploring careers Create plans and develop the skills and
knowledge to set and accomplish their goals.
Personalized learning plans College preparation, resources, and
support
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Electives: Sorted into Schools of Study
Arts and Humanities A/V Technology &
Communications; Arts Humanities
Engineering/Integrated Tech Agriculture, Food, & Natural
Resources Architecture and
Construction Science, Technology,
Engineering, & Mathematics Transportation, Distribution,
& Logistics
Health/Human Services Health Science Hospitality & Tourism Law & Public Safety Education & Training
Business/Infor. Systems Information Technology Marketing, Sales, & Service Business, Mgt, &
Administration Finance
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Declaring a Major
Students encouraged to select major by 10th grade
4 required courses within a major Majors are recognized at graduation—
student wears a special cord Not required to complete a major for graduation Students may have multiple majors
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What Classes Should I Take Next Year?
Core Classes English Math Science Social Studies
Required Electives High School 101 PE or ROTC
Electives2 of your choice
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Marine Corps JROTCThings that we focus on in Marine JROTC:
-Leadership-Citizenship-Personal Growth-Responsibility-Career Exploration-Public Service-Moral, Mental and Physical Fitness
*It is all about Respect for Self and Others!*Positive Mental Attitude*Working together as a Team/Family*Uplifting and Encouraging each other
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Foreign Language
French and Spanish Levels 1-5 Emphasis on Communicative Skills One unit is needed for graduation Two units are needed for most schools in S.C. Three are needed for Clemson and College of Charleston
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Digital Art & DesignIn Digital Art & Design, students will learn how to create artwork on the Mac computer using Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop with a focus using the design principles.
Projects, Assignments, and Activities Include:• Designing and Creating T-shirts • Promotional Posters• Making Buttons • Recreates• Business Cards and Notepads • Vinyl Decals• Logo’s • Embroidery• Working with Clients • Internships• Banners • *College Credit*
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Tips for Selecting Courses
Teacher recommendations
Course prerequisites
Grade level requirements
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Course Registration Advisement:Fort Mill Middle School - Feb. 5th – 6th
Banks Trail Middle School – Feb. 19th
Springfield Middle School – Feb. 25th – 26th
8th Grade Tours—(May 22nd) LEAD Camp (July 13th – 16th) 9th Grade Orientation (August 12th)
When Do I Register?
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Contact Information Debra Miller, Assistant Principal
[email protected] Williams, Counselor (A-Co)[email protected] Kirkley Russell, Counselor (Cp-Hh)[email protected] Drakeford, Counselor (Hi-Mg)[email protected] Boulware, Counselor (Mh-Si)[email protected] Huitt, Counselor (Sj-Z)[email protected]
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Final Thoughts
We look forward to seeing you in the Fall of 2015!!!
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