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Incoming Freshman Parent Night 2019
DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS
Jake McBride ~ A - D
Sandra Breeden ~ E - K
Staci Wayant~ L - R
Eric Baxter ~ S - Z
Laurie Derickson ~ College & Career
DCC HS Counselors
You will…● learn about the freshman year
● learn about freshman classes
● learn about DCC programs
● And, we’ll answer your questions!
○ Led by DCC Canyon Crew student leaders
○ Meet new friends through fun activities
○ Meet the administration and their teachers
○ Learn about class and teacher expectations
○ Find their way around school
Freshman Orientation Day First Day of School
What would be helpful to know?
● Credits● Graduation requirements● Higher Education Admission Requirements● Required Freshman Classes● Electives● Extracurricular Activities
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What are Credits?One semester of one
class?
One year long class?
F (fail)?CREDIT
NO CREDIT
= 1 credit
= 2 credits
= No Credit ☹
How many credits to graduate high school?
Graduation Requirements 8 English (Language & Literature) credits6 Mathematics credits
MYP Algebra 1 MYP Geometry
6 Social Science (Individuals & Societies) creditsMYP Civics & Law (1 Semester) MYP US History (Year)
6 Science credits2 World Language (Language Acquisition) credits (9th and 10th MYP)6 Core Elective credits
Additional English, Math, Humanities, Science, World Language1 Health credit3 P.E. credits1 Fine Arts credit
11 Elective credits50 Total
Graduation Requirements Students will also be required to demonstrate
proficiency in Math and English Language arts.
Colorado Higher Education Admission Requirements
Advanced Programming Opportunities9th and 10th grade
MYP is a comprehensive experience that prepares students
for success in both the traditional and upper level setting
in 11th and 12th grade. All MYP courses offer a rigorous
experience that aligns with the DCC mission statement and
beliefs. We also offer the following advanced courses for
Freshmen:
● Project Lead The Way H Biomedical Sciences
○ Must take with MYP Biology concurrently
● Project Lead The Way H Engineering Technology
○ Must be enrolled in at least Algebra I
● Project Lead the Way H Computer Science
○ Must have completed Algebra 1
Advanced Programming Opportunities11th and 12th grade
Diploma Program
Courses
Earn the International
Baccalaureate
Diploma
AP Courses Concurrent Enrollment
Students who take
Diploma Program
Courses are exposed
to content at a deeper
level and will be
prepared to take the
IB exam. Studies
show a positive
correlation between
students who score a
4 or higher on the IB
exam and post-
secondary success.
Students who take a
full Diploma Course
load and score a 24 or
above on their IB
exams are eligible for
the IB Diploma. These
students get a
comprehensive and
rigorous education
that prepares them to
enter selective or
more selective
universities.
Students who take
Advanced Placement
courses are exposed
to content at a deeper
level and will be
prepared for the AP
exam. Studies show a
positive correlation
between students who
score a 3 or higher on
the AP exam and
post-secondary
success.
Discovery Canyon and
Academy 20 partner
with Pikes Peak
Community College to
offer college level
classes, both on DCC
campus and the
college campus.
Through successful
completion of these
courses students earn
college credit and
potential college
certificates.
9th Grade Required ClassesMYP Freshman Language and Literature (Honors)
MYP Biology
Math – placed by current math teacher
MYP Civics & Law MYP Economics
French, Spanish & Mandarin Chinese
Health or Modified Health Introduction to PE
Elective Elective
Study Hall, Attendance Waiver or Elective
Study Hall, Attendance Waiver or Elective
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ApplicationsCourse Curriculum GuideScheduling Presentations
Notice: ● Course Descriptions● Fees● Prerequisites● Grade level● Length of the course
DCC Counseling Web PageClick on Student Services (dial pad) >> Scheduling
Electives for 9th gradeVISUAL ARTS
Intro Art and Design (Sem)
Art 2 (Sem)
Ceramics 2
Photography 1 (Sem)
Comp Graphic Design 2 (Sem)
Digital Photography 2 (Sem)
COMPUTER/BUSINESS
Computer Apps 1 (Sem)
Computer Apps 2 (Sem)
It’s Your Business: An Introduction (Sem)
PLTW COMPUTER SCIENCE
H Computer Science Essentials (Yr)
PLTW ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
H Intro to Engineering Design (IED) (Yr)
ENGLISH ELECTIVES (Core credit)
Journalism (Sem)
Forensics/Speech/Debate 1 ® (Sem)
PERFORMING ARTS (Theatre)
Theatre 1 (Sem)
Theatre 2 (Sem)
Technical Theatre 1 ® (Sem)
PERFORMING ARTS (Vocal)
Class Voice ® (Sem)
ThorZmen (Men’s Choir) ® (Yr)
Rain (Women’s Choir) ® (Yr)
PERFORMING ARTS (Instrumental)
Beginning Music Theory (Sem)
Beginning Guitar (Sem)
Concert Band ® (Yr)
Percussion Techniques ® (Yr)
String Orchestra ® (Yr)
Symphonic Band ® (Yr)
PLTW H BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
*Honors Princ of Biomedical Sciences (Yr)
AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC
Air Force JR ROTC 1 (Yr)
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Elementary School Helper Program ® (Sem)
Student Government (Senate) ® (Yr)
Teacher Assistant (.5 credits) ® (Sem)
Study Hall (No credit) ® (Sem)
® = Repeatable course
Courses requiring an Application or Audition
❖Air Force JROTC (AAHS) - application on website○ Deadline: Thursday, February 28th
❖Elementary School Helpers – application on website
❖Technical Theatre 1 - See Mrs. Keating for approval
❖Symphonic Band - audition, see current band teacher
❖Advanced choir - audition, see current choir teacher
● Students work on a 4-year plan of study located on their ICAP in Naviance Family Connection
● The 4-year plan:○ Is District and State mandated○ Helps students plan to meet graduation requirements○ Helps students prepare to meet college admission requirements○ Helps students plan for special programs such as the Area Vocational Program (AVP)
and Advanced Coursework at DCC ○ Prepares students to be successful in college and in life
○ Important: Students who would like to take a college class through Concurrent Enrollment will need to add that class in their Plan of Study in Naviance
Individual Career & Academic Plan
Extra Curriculars
Athletics
● Fall Sports begin August 12th● Look for communication in May about Summer camps
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