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WELCOME TO HAINES CITY
HIGH SCHOOLCLASS OF 2022Incoming Freshmen Informational Night
February 6, 2018/ 6:00 PMHCHS Auditorium
WELCOME TO HAINES CITY
HIGH SCHOOLCLASS OF 2022
Welcome toHornet Nation
HCHS School InformationFreshman 101
Haines City High School Statements of Vision and Mission
VisionAll students of Hornet Nation will serve as productive, responsible citizens and be prepared to enter
the work force, the military, or a post-secondary institution upon graduation.
Mission
Haines City High School provides a high-quality education by forging strong communal relationships, achieving academic proficiency, and reinforcing positive behavior. Through these provisions, Haines
City High School creates Hornet Nation, which is a sense of pride; a feeling of comfort and confidence; a common ground; and a connection felt between students, faculty, parents, and
community members.
Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Mission
Haines City High School’s PBIS team promotes a high-quality learning environment for the students and staff by teaching, modeling, and reinforcing positive behavior.
HCHS Academies & Special Programs
• International Baccalaureate
• Academy of Media Production (AMP)
• Environmental Agriculture & Technology Academy (EATA)
• Academy of Children & Educational Studies (ACES)
• Visual Arts Academy
• Performing Arts Academy
• Junior Reserve Officer’s Training Core (JROTC)
P.R.I.D.E. Expectations
PBIS at HCHSPositive Behavior Interventions and Supports
HCHS Administration
Mr. LanePrincipal
Mr. ShickAssistant Principal
Mrs. PollyAssistant Principal II
Mrs. YoungAssistant Principal, IB
Mr. McDanielAssistant Principal
Mrs. RiosAssistant Principal
HCHS Support Staff
Mrs. Williams9th Grade Counselor
A-La
Ms. Harris9th Grade Counselor
Le-Z
Mrs. EdmonstonBehavioral Interventionist
Coach HerringtonDean
Mr. KippDean
Mrs. RiviereInstructional Coach
Coach ClevelandCampus Security
Officer GrantHaines City PoliceSchool Resource
Officer
Mrs. GablesAthletic Director
HCHS Office & Support Staff
Ms. Gutierrez9th Grade Secretary
Mrs. Willoughby9th GradeSecretary
Mrs. RyanMedia Specialist
9th Grade
Ms. KowlessarMain Office
Attendance Secretary
Mrs. OrtizRegistrar
Ms. AllenTerminal Operator
Freshman Success-Start Strong!
Mrs. WilliamsFreshman Counselor
HCHS STUDENT ATHLETICS
24 credits4 - English (English 1, 2, 3, 4)4- Math (Algebra 1 and above)3 - Social Studies (World History, American History,
American Government, Economics with Financial Literacy)
3- Science (one must be Biology & 2 must have lab components)
1- Fine Art (see your counselor to find out options)1 - Physical Education to include the integration of health
(Other PE Class and Personal Fitness)8 Elective Credits
24 credits 14
Online High School Graduation Requirement
Students entering 9th grade in the 2011-2012 school year and beyond
Students must take one course through online learning
Students can take course offered by the high school, through Florida Virtual School and/ or Dual Enrollment course
2.0 GPA
• You have the most influence this year to bring up your GPA
• GRADE FORGIVENESS—You can take a class over (if you receive a D or an F) and if you get a C or better, it will substitute for the old grade.
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Florida Bright Futures
• Florida Academic Scholarship
• Florida Medallion Scholarship
• Florida Gold Seal Scholarship
Community Service Hours
• Start earning volunteer hours the day after graduation from middle school
• Track hours using record of volunteer service hours• Find details on Polk County Schools website
Search “Community Service”
Prepare for your Future•Keep track of academics•Attend School daily•Be on time•Get involved!!!•Prepare for EOCs (End of Course exams)•Ask Questions
Resources for Students•Teachers•Guidance Counselors
•Your counselor can help get and keep you on the right track for graduation.
•Guidance Webpage: www.hainescityhighschool.com
•Tutoring in ELA or Math if needed
Thoughts on High School SuccessGET INVOLVED!! School will be more
fun.Get organized
Use a planner Balance your time between school
work and activities Remember you are working toward
your future after high school
Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps at Haines City High School
Freshman Leadership Academy• Leadership Skills• Problem Solving • Decision Making• Communication Skills• Time and Stress Management• Team Building & More
Accelerated Learning Opportunities
Mrs. RiosAssistant Principal
Advanced Placement (AP) CoursesBenefits• Great Opportunity
• College-Level Course Work/Credit
• AP brings the college experience to high schools with the opportunity for students to earn college credit at thousands of universities. Students may earn college credit by completing an AP course and scoring a minimum of 3, on a 5-point scale, on the corresponding AP Examination administered in May.*
• AP students build confidence and learn the essential time management and study skills needed for college and career success.*
• When college admissions officers see "AP" on a student's transcript, they recognize what students experienced in a particular class has prepared them well for the challenges of college.*
Advanced Placement (AP) Courses
Requirements• AP courses are for students who are academically prepared and
motivated to take on college-level courses. Students should be willing to work hard.
• Some AP classes have recommended courses students should take first.
• Students should talk with a counselor or teacher regarding the specific subject areas or courses that interest them.
Advanced Placement (AP) Courses
English Literature Composition
English Language Composition
Spanish Language and Culture
Psychology
US History
Government
World History
Macro-Economics
European History
Human Geography
Environmental Science
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Calculus
Studio 2D Art
Advanced Placement (AP) Contract
All students will be required to sign an A.P. contract for the 2018-19 school year.
Dual Enrollment (DE) Courses
Pre-requisites • Students must have earned, and maintain, a minimum unweighted Grade
Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 to be eligible for Academic Dual Enrollment.
• Students must meet the minimum required score on a common placement test adopted by the State Board of Education which indicates that the student is ready for college-level coursework.
• Student eligibility requirements for initial and continued enrollment in career certificate dual enrollment courses must include a 2.0 unweighted college GPA.
• Students must meet all other requirements indicated on the Articulation Agreements with the postsecondary institution (see links below)
• PERT, SAT, or ACT scores
Dual Enrollment (DE) Courses
Benefits • -Allows academically talented students to take college
classes while still in high school
• -Broadens students' educational opportunities and increases their depth of study
• -Free tuition and fees for students to take college courses
• -Students who successfully complete a dual enrollment course, earn high school credit and college credit that may be transferrable to other postsecondary institutions*
Dual Enrollment (DE) Courses
Offered on HCHS CampusENC 1101 & 1102 – Mr. LofdahlCollege Success- Ms. AndrewsIntroduction to Business - Mr. Hicks
Parent ActionsMotivate your student to take the hardest classes they can manage.
Understand that these classes require a high level of self motivation, dedication, and interest.
Support your student’s decision to take or not take accelerated courses.
How is Credit Applied?
Advanced Placement Dual EnrollmentStudents must pass the AP Examwith a 3 or higher to receive college credit.
Students must pass the class with a C or higher to receive college credit.
Honors Courses
All core classes have an Honors Course available
.5 extra weight on your GPA (Grade Point Average)
9th Grade Administrator
Mr. ShickAssistant Principal
Dress Code-ID badges are to be worn daily as part of the dress code. Badges bust be worn as this is a safety issue.-Lost ID badges may be replaced for $5.00 cash.-Dress code will be enforced upon entering campus and will remain in effect until exiting the grounds. -All shoes must have a back strap (no flip flops, slides, or sandals without a back)
-No Tears or rips of any size on pants.
***If you are not in Dress Code you will be sent to the NEST until you can get in Dress Code. Repeated violations will be dealt with by the Deans.***
Get Involved-
This is your High School Experience!
SPORTSBoys Girls
Football Cheerleading
Cross Country Cross Country
Swimming Swimming
Volleyball
Basketball Basketball
Tennis Tennis
Golf Golf
Soccer Soccer
Wrestling Wrestling
Weight lifting Weight Lifting
Baseball Softball
Track Track
Clubs & ActivitiesThis is just a few choices offered-
Academic Team Club ALLI Art Club
Band Book Club Chorus
DECA (Distributive Clubs of America)
Diamonds in the Rough (Anti-Bullying Club)
Drama Club
FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)
FCCLA FFA
Honors Council Key Club JROTC Raiders
JROTC Drill Team/Color Guard JROTC Rifle Team Poetry Club
Orchestra National Honor Society Student Government
HIGH SCHOOL SUCCESS IS AS EASY AS ABC…
•A- Attendance•B- Behavior•C- Course Completion
THANK YOU FOR JOINING US!
CLASS OF 2022We are…
Hornet Nation