8th grade Transition to High School

During the last legislative session, changes were made to graduation plans and state assessments through House Bill 5.

This meeting will help identify the graduation plan (endorsement) options available to Klein ISD students so that parents may help their student select the best option for their desired academic pursuit.

Endorsement Areas ARTS AND HUMANITIES

Political science, literature, world languages, cultural studies, history and fine arts.

BUSINESS & INDUSTRY

Information technology, database management, marketing, accounting, finance, graphic design, architecture, construction, welding, automotive technology, agriculture, vet science, culinary arts and hospitality.

MULTIDISCIPLINARY

This endorsement provides students the opportunity to take a variety of courses from each of the other four endorsement areas.

PUBLIC SERVICE

Health science occupations, education, law enforcement, cosmetology, and JROTC

STEM

Science, Technology-including computer science, Engineering, and advanced Math.

FOUNDATION GRADUATION PLAN WITH ENDORSEMENT

FOUNDATION PLAN COURSES

Revised February 3, 2014

 

GRADUATION PLAN

 Academic Discipline

 Endorsement

 Distinguished*

*Possibly Eligible for top 10% automatic admissions to Texas public 4-year institutions

 

Discipline Credits Credits

English 4 4

Math 4 4*

Science 4 4

Social Studies 3 3

Foreign Language 2 2

Fine Arts 1 1

Physical Education 1 1

Electives 7 7

Total Credits for Graduation:

26 26*must include Algebra 2

Students Entering 9th Grade

•Each student selects (in writing) an endorsement area and creates a Four Year Plan with their 8th grade counselor.

FOUR YEAR PLAN

Revised February 3, 2014

Typical Freshman ScheduleEnglish 1Algebra 1 (or Geometry if the student took

Algebra 1 in 8th grade)BiologyWorld GeographyElectiveElectiveElective

Options for meeting PE requirement

1 year of PE or Equivalent– PE– Dance– Athletics– Cheerleading (S1 only)– ROTC (substitution)– Drill Team (substitution)– Marching Band (S1 only, sub.)

Students can earn up to 4 PE/Equivalent credits

Options to meet other Required Coursework

2 years of the same Foreign Language*Spanish*French*German*Latin

1 year of Fine Arts*Art*Band*Choir *Dance*Orchestra*Theatre Arts (Performing or Production)

9th Grade Elective Options--CTE Semester

Touch System Data Entry Principles of Business, Marketing,

& Finance Money Matters Principles of Human Services Retailing & E-tailing Principles of Law, Public Safety,

Corrections & Security Professional Communications Principles of Construction (KF

only) Principles of Manufacturing (KF &

KO only)

Full year Principles of Agriculture,

Food & Natural Resources Business Information

Management 1 Concepts of Engineering

& Architecture ROTC

9th Grade Elective Options--Technology

♦ Computer Science 1 (regular or PreAP)♦ Prerequisite is Alg 1 with a B Average

(Recommended) ♦ Fundamental Computer Science (grades 9-

12)♦ Game Program Design (grades 9-12)♦ Mobile Application Development (grades 9-

12)♦ Robotics Program Design (grades 9-12)♦ Web Design (grades 9-12)

Pre-AP/AP/Dual CreditRigorous coursework & more homework

“Extra” grade pointsBe better prepared for college

AP/Dual CreditUsed for Performance Acknowledgment

Earn college credit

PreAP Frequently Asked QuestionsWho can take PreAP classes? They are open enrollment, but

student, parent & counselor input is imperative. Can be a very difficult decision.

What if a student is struggling in a PreAP class? A student may choose to exit a PreAP course (regardless of student performance)

a. 1st 6 wks , preferably when the six weeks grade is available

or

b. At the end of the semester

or

c. Exit decision approved by parent, teacher & appeal committee

Is there any limit to the number of PreAP courses one can take? No, but must consider the student’s needs & overall course load.

9th grade course selection sheet

Requirements to Graduate

• Earn the 26 required State Credits

•Complete one of the Endorsement Plans

• Pass all 5 EOC tests

Required 5 EOC Tests

Algebra 1English 1English 2BiologyUS History

A Day In the Life at High School

o 7:25 am - 2:30 pmo 7 periods each dayo 50 minute classes o 6 minute passing timeo Each student assigned a counselor &

principal according to last name

And the Beginning Of…

GPA..credits…class rank…final exams…serious planning for the future…

Bearkat games…Friday nights…drivers licenses…wheels…part-time

jobs…paychecks…shopping… Homecoming…prom!!!

Sample High School Report Card

Course Name MkPd1Gr Con

MkPd2Gr Con

MkPd3Gr Con

SemExam

SemAvg

CreditsEarned

English I PreAP 96 E 100 E 99 E 94 98 .5

Geometry PreAP 89 E 89 E 94 E 86 90 .5

Biology I PreAP 95 E 97 E 96 E 96 96 .5

Spanish I 97 E 96 E 97 E 96 97 .5

Art I 96 E 100 E 99 E 93 97 .5

Var Band 96 E 98 E 96 E 100 97 .5

Total of 3.5 credits earned for this report card.

Semester Grades Are Based on :Three Six Weeks Grades & the Semester Exam

First Six Weeks = 28%

Second Six Weeks = 28%

Third Six Weeks = 28%

Semester Exam = 16%

Each semester stands ALONE! The first and second

semesters are not averaged together for a passing grade.

Your High School Transcript

It is your scorecard!Starts with 9th gradeIt is how colleges will

evaluate you.It is the official record of:

student efforts/grades.

Classification Requirements for Current 9th graders to be 10th graders

Minimum of 6 credits

AND

2nd year in High School

Plan For The FutureGrade 9* Attend Freshman Orientation (in August)

* Strive for good grades* GPA begins with 9th grade* Develop a student resume/portfolio (keep Guidance Handbook in this file)* Become involved - make an impact

7 Period Day

• Don’t overload 9th grade schedule! • Consider extracurricular activities when selecting classes • Schedule change deadlines will be honored!

No schedule changes after 3:00 p.m., June 12, 2015

No schedule changes after 3:00 p.m., June 12, 2015

Begin with the End in Mind

What is your career interest?What Programs of Study and/or specialized

schools of choice will prepare you for your postsecondary education and/or career training?

Which Endorsement will you earn?Plan NOW!

Schools of Choice

International Baccalaureate (Klein Oak)International Business Academy (Klein

Forest)** Application process required.

FAQ

For more information please visit:

The Klein HS counselorWebpage at:

www.kleinhs.kleinisd.net

Meet with Counselor

Bring Course Request Form

Review online at home with Parent

Online Data Entry