HKHSJanuary, 23, 2014

Check Out the Web Site: www.rsd17.org

Please visit the HKHS School Counseling Web Page!

Welcome to 8th Grade Parent’s Night

HKHS Counseling Highlights620 current students

Approximately 71% Attending 4 year collegesApproximately 21% Attending 2 Year schoolsApproximately 8% employed or entering the

military.Over $2,507,800.00 was earned in Merit moneyApproximately $63,925 awarded in local and

regional scholarshipsApproximately 32 Senior students were eligible

for State of Connecticut Capitol Scholarships (1800 or higher SAT, 27 or higher on ACT, or top 20%)

HKHS Counseling Highlights(cont’d)

Pre-College Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement

(AP)Students interested

in pursuing college level studies may also opt for full year AP courses.

AP Exams are administered in May- it is up to each individual college if they will accept credit based on the student’s AP exam grade (typically awarded with a score of 3 or better on the exam).

AP courses currently offered: English: Literature (12th

Grade)English Language and

Composition (11th Grade)

BiologyChemistryUS HistorySpanish Language Calculus AB Probability and

Statistics French Language Environmental Science Physics Psychology Human Geography Music TheoryStudio Art

Pre-College Credit Opportunities UCONN Early College Experience (ECE)

ECE provides academically motivated students the opportunity to take university courses while still in high school. Students preview college work, build confidence in their readiness for college and earn college credits that provide both an academic and financial head start on a college degree.

Students must earn a C or better to receive UCONN credit.

Current ECE course offered: Physics (4 and 8 credits), Spanish Composition, Environmental Science (alternating years), and Horticulture (alternating years)

Pre-College Credit OpportunitiesMiddlesex Community College and

Wesleyan University High School Partnership ProgramsStarting Spring of junior year, students

can apply to take one course tuition free. Acceptance is based on grades, standardized test performance and recommendation.

This spring, 14 students are enrolled at Middlesex and two are enrolled at Wesleyan.

Pre-College Credit Opportunities

Project Lead The Way (PTLW) PTLW is an innovative, pre-engineering and technology education partnership

program specially developed for secondary schools. Preparing a diverse group of students to be successful in engineering and

engineering technology programs. Students must earn and 85% or higher in the course and a 70% or higher on the

final exam.

College Career Pathways (CCP) A planned program of studies in which students may earn both graduation

credit and college credit from Middlesex Community College (MXCC) for designated courses. Students must have a C+ average at the beginning of junior year to be eligible for this program.

All CCP courses must be taken in junior or senior year. Students are expected to earn a B- or better in each course AND earn a 70% on

the Middlesex Final Exam for each course. Required courses are: Speech & Debate, Algebra 2, and Physical Science, AND one of the following Career course(s): Broadcast Journalism, Accounting 1&2, Computer Skills 1004MX & 1005MX, Intro. To Child Development.

Students must request their transcript be sent from the MXCC to the colleges of their choice for transfer credits.

COLLEGE FAIRApril 09, 2014

All students in grades 9 – 11 will visit the fair Day time 10:00am – 11:30 amPlease feel free to stop by and visit colleges, as

our fair is open to the public.Over 150 colleges represented at last year’s fair

Colleges from Maine to California 2 year and 4 year institutionsCareer and Technical ProgramsSAT Prep ProgramsScholarship Representatives

Standardized Testing TrendsHKHS is a test site for both the SAT and ACT

This provides students with a “home field advantage” when testing.

SAT- average scores for the Class of 2013Critical Reading- 508Math- 501Writing- 514

ACT- average scores for the Class of 2013English- 24.7Math- 23.4Reading- 25.9Science- 24.4Composite- 24.7

Graduation Requirements

24 credits4 English3 Social Science (2 World

Histories, 1 US History/Civics)

3 Math 3 Science2 Vocational and/or Fine Arts1.5 Physical Education.5 Health *(PE & Health can be spread

out over 4 years)*- 7 Additional Credits

Computer Literacy Algebra 1

Taken in MS or HS 30 hours of Community

Service by the start of Senior year for Senior Privileges (parking, etc.)

**World Language (Rec. vs Req.)-Counts as an elective-should complete through third level.

Selecting Courses Schedules:

No Typical Schedule Mix of Honors and College Prep Courses When considering Honors focus mainly on individual

strengths Students Should:

Check the Teacher Recommendation Form and see what is recommended.

Consider their time commitment to outside activities (i.e. dance, sports, babysitting, etc.) and how it relates to the amount of time they may have to dedicate to homework each night.

Consider their own self-awareness (stress and maturity levels)

More on the recommendation process

Contact to your present teachers if you have questions or concerns.

Talk to your school counselor.Check graduation requirements to assist in

planning.Carefully select courses for next year.Carefully evaluate the rigor of your course

selections (college prep or honors?).Have the form signed by your parent or

guardian and include your email address.

DUE JANUARY 27th to Mr. Fortin, HKMS

Career and Vocational Programs Business/Computer Education Department

Offers a variety of courses to equip students with the knowledge base and foundation skills for college, career, and personal success. Course offerings include computer skill courses as well as accounting, marketing and management, and business law.

Family and Consumer Science DepartmentThis department is made up of two programs: Child

Development and Culinary Arts. Students interested in childhood education, childhood development, pediatrics, or child psychology should take classes in the Childhood Development class. Students will learn about restaurant operations, food purchasing and preparing meals in quantity. Practical experience will be gained by the operation of the school’s restaurant, The Cougar Café, as well as preparing meals for senior citizens, and special dinners throughout the year.

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Career and Vocational Programs

Technology Education Department Technology Education prepares students to be technologically aware, literate,

sensitive, capable, and competent in a rapidly changing technological society. All students should actively participate in broad experiences in communications, transportation, manufacturing/production, and engineering. Students must understand technological innovation, the impacts of the products and processes of technology on the quality of life, and the need for critical evaluation and societal matters involving consequences of technology. Students must learn how to carry out the application of scientific, mathematical, technological, and experientially-based problem solving.

On-line Learning Virtual/on-line courses delivered over the internet allow students

the opportunity enroll in classes that are unique to their career goals, allow for credit recovery, and provide course opportunity when scheduling is a problem. Homework assignments are normally submitted

electronically and all communication with the teacher occurs via electronic media.

Vinal Technical High School, Middletown A regional technical high school offering four year programs in a wide

variety of vocational areas including auto body repair, auto mechanics, carpentry, machine drafting, electricity, electronics, health service occupations, machine tools, computer technology, and practical nursing. If you are interested in Vinal, please speak with your school counselor.

Can I take this class? – How to determine if a course fits you?

You can read about each class offered at HKHS in our Opportunities Book.

Please check to see that you fit the criteria for each class you are

signing up for including prerequisites and grade level.

SAMPLE 1- (Freshmen not eligible)#20103– Basic Automotive Systems Prerequisites: None Credits 0.5 Open to: 10, 11, 12 Duration: one semester Course Description: In this course,…

SAMPLE 2- (Freshmen eligible)#13202– Technical Metals Prerequisites: None Credits 0.5

Open to: ALL Duration: one semester Course Description: This course will serve all students who are

…

Athletics at HK…A Sports Physical is required every 12 months (available on web Site)

Fall Sports Winter Sports Spring Sports

Cheerleading* Boys’ & Girls’ Basketball Baseball

Boys’ & Girls’ Cross Country Cheerleading * Boys’ & Girls’ Golf

Field Hockey Gymnastics Boys’ & Girls’ Lacrosse

Football Boys’ & Girls’ Indoor Track Boys’ & Girls’ Outdoor Track

Boys’ & Girls’ Soccer Boys’ Swimming Softball

Girls’ Swimming Wrestling Boys’ & Girls’ Tennis

Girls’ Volleyball Boys’ Ice Hockey (Co-Op)  

Co-Curricular Activities

Computer Club (Technology Student Organization)

Cougar ChronicleFrench Honor SocietyGay, Lesbian and

Straight Students (GLASS)

Geocaching ClubHK PlayersHigh School BowlHuman Relations Club

(HRC)

International Culture ClubMath LeagueNational Art Honor

Society (NAHS)National Honor SocietyOPTICON YearbookPep BandReflectionsSpanish Honor SocietyStudent CouncilStudents Against

Destructive Decisions (SADD)

*Students will receive an updated copy of all activities at Freshmen Orientation!

We encourage all students to participate in clubs that support their interests.

Grade 9 ExpectationsStay organized and set prioritiesDo HOMEWORK!School Work is Homework Prep for Success (1st marking period

minimum)EXPLORE Academic Readiness and Career

Assessment (October 2013)Advisory period weekly for high school careerBegin Community Service ASAP – summer

before grade 9Visit College FairGet involved – sports, clubs, drama

Adjusting to the high schoolWays to get extra help:

Prep for Success- required for all freshmen for the first ten weeks.

Lunch/Activity- library, small groups, teacher’s class.Afterschool library hours- 2:10-4:45. Over seen by a

certified teacher.Peer tutors- upperclassmen that volunteer during

lunch.Volunteer tutors.

HKHS Schedule

MON (45 min) TUE (65 min) WED (65 min) THU (65 min) FRI (45 min)

                   

HR 7:25 – 7:35 HR 7:25 – 7:35 HR 7:25 – 7:35 HR 7:25 – 7:35 HR 7:25 – 7:35

                   

A 7:40 – 8:25 A 7:40 – 8:45 B 7:40 – 8:45 A 7:40 – 8:45 A 7:40 – 8:25

                   

B 8:30 - 9:15 B   Advisor/Advisee C B 8:30 - 9:15

      8:50 - 9:55   8:50 - 9:22   8:50 - 9:55    

C 9:20 - 10:05     SS Reading     C 9:20 - 10:05

          9:23 - 9:55        

D 10:10 - 10:55 D 10:00 - 11:05 C 10:00 - 11:05 D 10:00 - 11:05 D 10:10 - 10:55

                   

L/A 11:00 - 11:40 L/A 11:10 - 11:50 L/A 11:10 - 11:50 L/A 11:10 - 11:50 L/A 11:00 - 11:40

                   

E 11:45 - 12:30 E 11:55 - 1:00 F 11:55 - 1:00 E 11:55 - 1:00 E 11:45 - 12:30

                   

F 12:35 - 1:20             F 12:35 - 1:20

    F 1:05 - 2:10 G 1:05 - 2:10 G 1:05 - 2:10    

G 1:25 - 2:10             G 1:25 - 2:10

                   

Freshmen Orientation Held in Late August Students receive their

schedules in the mail mid-August and an additional copy at Orientation

HKHS Student Ambassadors will show freshmen around the building and answer any questions

Students will meet their HR teachers

Parents will meet with Principal and Assistant Principals while students tour the building

Light refreshments in the café following the presentation

Contact InformationCheck Out the Web Site: www.rsd17.orgPlease visit the School Counseling Web Page!

HKHS School Counseling Department860-554-5750

Maryann Grimaldi, Dean of Academics x 3503, mgrimaldi@rsd17.org

Stacey Mahoney, School Counselor x 3505, smahoney@rsd17.org

Peter Ettlinger, School Counselor x 3506, pettlinger@rsd17.org

Justine Moriarty, School Counselor x3504, jmoriarty@rsd17.org