8th grade parent_night_2011-12
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Welcome to 8th Grade Parent Night!
Academics: Planning the Next Four YearsPractical Tips for SuccessCo-Curricular Activities
Course Selection Book2011-2012
• The updated course selection book is available online at http://www.howellschools.com
(follow the links to the High School Guidance Department).
• Copies will be available to use at the guidance office and media center.
The Course Selection Book Has Helpful Info…
• Course descriptions• Information on prerequisites• Graduation requirements• Testing-out procedures• Dual Enrollment• Career Pathways / 4-year plan (EDP)• Co-op• Out of District classes• Co-Curricular Activities• And much, much, more!
Credits for Graduation
• To earn a diploma, a student must earn at least 22 credits.
• Each year, a student can earn 6 credits.
• A student can earn 24 credits during four years of high school.
Promotion Guidelines
Freshman students must accumulate at least 5 credits to be promoted to
10th grade.
What is a Personal Curriculum Modification ?
• This is a documented process that modifies certain requirements of the Michigan Merit Curriculum (graduation requirements).
• Modification is allowed for only two reasons:– A student wishes to go beyond the academic
credit requirements by adding more math, science, or English.
– A student with an IEP needs to modify the credit requirements based on his or her disability.
When would I be able to request a Personal Curriculum Modification?
• Students are not able to request a modification of graduation requirements until his/her junior year.
• At this time he/she needs to have either an EDP (Educational Development Plan) or an IEP (Individualized Education Program)
Michigan Merit Curriculum and Graduation Requirements
MATHEMATICS
Requirement Specifics4 credits Algebra I 1 credit
Geometry 1 creditAlgebra II 1 credit
1 additional credit, such as:Functions, Statistics and Trigonometry (FST), Intro. to
Probability and Stats, Building Wealth.
1 credit must be earned in the senior year
Mathematics (continued)A math class must be successfully completed
in the senior year, with no exceptions.
Earning four credits prior to the senior year, including 8th grade, does not satisfy the
requirement of having to take a math class in the senior year.
Michigan Merit Curriculum and Graduation Requirements
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
Requirement Example4 credits English 9 1
creditEnglish 10 1
creditAdvanced Amer. Lit. 1
creditAdvanced Comp. 1
credit
Personal Curriculum ModificationNo modification allowed.
Michigan Merit Curriculum and Graduation Requirements
SCIENCERequirement Specifics3 credits Biology 1 credit
Chemistry or Physics 1 creditAdditional Sci. Credit 1 credit
Personal Curriculum ModificationNo modification allowed.
General Notes:Colleges strongly encourage 4 credits of science.
Michigan Merit Curriculum and Graduation Requirements
SOCIAL STUDIESRequirement Specifics3 credits World History 1
creditU.S. History 1
creditGovernment/Civics 0.5
creditEconomics 0.5
Personal Curriculum Modification• No modification of Government• Modifications only if student has earned 2
credits and takes additional credit(s) beyond the required credits in English, Math, Science.
Michigan Merit Curriculum and Graduation Requirements
PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH
Requirement Specifics1 credit Health 0.5 credit
Physical Education 0.5 credit
Personal Curriculum ModificationModification only if the student takes additional credit(s) beyond the required credits in English, Math, Science.
Michigan Merit Curriculum and Graduation Requirements
VISUAL, PERFORMING, OR APPLIED ARTS
Requirement Specifics1 credit 1 credit in any
combination of these categories.
Personal Curriculum ModificationModification only if the student takes additional credit(s) beyond the required credits in English, Math, Science.
Michigan Merit Curriculum and Graduation Requirements
ONLINE LEARNING EXPERIENCERequirement SpecificsTranscript Requirement may be fulfilled Notation in an online course, online
learning experience, or integrated online learning in required
graduation credit courses.
Personal Curriculum ModificationNo modification allowed.
What classes will provide the online learning requirement?
These are some examples, however, other classes will offer the opportunity to meet this
requirement, as well, through online classroom activities.
• 608 Introduction to TV/Video Production• 501 Introduction to Business• 505 Computer Applications• 506 Computer Applications II• 504 Entrepreneurship• 509 Introduction to Web Page Design• 510 Advanced Web Page Design
Review of Graduation Requirements
• English 4 Credits (8 semesters)• World History 1 Credit (2
semesters)• U. S. History 1 Credit (2
semesters)• Government ½ Credit (1 semester)• Economics ½ Credit (1 semester)• Math 4 Credits (8
semesters)– Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Additional Math or Math Related Credit
• Science 3 Credits (6 semesters)– Biology, Chemistry or Physics, Additional Science Credit
• Health ½ Credit (1 semester) • PE ½ Credit (1 semester)• Visual, Performing, Applied Arts 1 credit (2 semesters)• Online Learning Experience
(Total = 16 required)
• Plus 6.0 Credits (12 semesters) Electives• Total for Graduation = minimum of 22 credits
Students Must Also Take the MME (Michigan Merit Exam) to Graduate• The MME is the state assessment
administered in March of a student’s junior year.
• The MME consists of three major components: – The ACT college entrance exam – Work Keys job skills assessments in reading
and math – Michigan assessments in math, science, social
studies, and persuasive writing. • The combined MME assessment measures
student learning in the Michigan high school standards, benchmarks, and core content expectations.
Curriculum Howell High School
Science Sequencing Options
9th Grade Biology BiologyChemistry
(pre-req. Algebra I)
10th Grade
Physics(pre-req.
Biology & Algebra I)
Chemistry(pre-req. Algebra I)
AP Biology(pre-req. Chemistry)
11th Grade
Chemistry(pre-req.
Algebra I)AP Biology orAP Chemistry
AP Chemistry(pre-req. Chemistry)
12th Grade AP Science AP Physics AP Physics
= 1 AP Class = 2 AP Classes = 3 AP ClassesAP Physics B ( non – science majors )pre-req: Chemistryco-req: FSTAP Physics C ( science majors )pre-req: Chemistry, FSTco-req: AP Calculus
Math Sequencing• Algebra• Geometry• Algebra II• Functions Statistics and Trig. or Trig. &
Stats.• Pre-Calculus and Discrete Math• AP Statistics • AP Calculus
• Additional Math Classes– Consumer Math– Building Wealth
English Sequence OptionsGeneral Advanced
9th9th Grade English
9th Grade Englishor
9th Grade English Accelerated
10th10th Grade English
10th Grade English Acceleratedor
World Literature
11th11th Grade English Advanced American Literature
12th Senior Englishor
Advanced Newspaper Journalism
Advanced Compositionor AP English
or British Literatureor Humanities
or Advanced Newspaper Journalism
Social Studies9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
World History US History or
AP US History
Government 0.5 credit and
Economics 0.5 credit
orAP Government
1.0 credit and Economics 0.5
credit
Social Studies Elective
ELECTIVES• 9th grade Band• 9th grade Choir• Drawing• Photography I• Digital Imaging• French I (1)• German I (1)• Spanish I (1)Required Elective in 9th grade• Health Education• Basic Physical Education/Swimming or Basic
Aerobics/Swimming
Scheduling• Students will meet with a guidance
counselor to select classes for next year.
• Students select a total of 6 credits and 4 alternate classes.
• Students who have demonstrated a need for assistance (MEAP SCORES, SRI, course grades) in Math and/or English, will be scheduled for additional support during the school day.
FOUR-YEAR PLANComponent of Educational Development Plan (EDP)
Grade English SocialStudies
Math Science Elective Elective
9th
10th
11th
12th
SAMPLE: FOUR-YEAR PLANComponent of Educational Development Plan (EDP)
Grade English SocialStudies
Math Science Elective Elective
9th 9th Grade English
WorldHistory
Alg. 1 Biology ForeignLanguage
HealthGym
10th US Hist. Geometry
Physics ForeignLanguage
11th Adv.Amer. Lit.
Gov. &Econ.
Alg. II Chemistry
12th Adv. Comp.
SocialStudies Elective
FST Sci. Electiveor AP
10 GradeEnglish
AP Classes Available at Howell High School
• AP Calculus• AP Statistics• AP Biology• AP Physics B• AP Physics C• AP Chemistry• AP Computer
Science
• AP English• AP European
History• AP U.S. History• AP Government• AP Comparative
Gov. and Politics• AP Psychology
Out-Of-District Applied Tech Education Programs
●Great opportunities for hands-on learning!
• Programs are offered at an out-of-district site (Brighton, Hartland or Pinckney High Schools).
• Transportation is not provided.• See Course Selection Book for more detailed
information on classes.• Counselors can provide additional information
regarding registration procedures.
Out of District LATEC Courses for School year 2011-2012
• Advanced Automotive/Brakes & Electronic Systems (FHS 3 credits)
• Cisco Networking (PHS 3 credits)• Graphic Communications (BHS 3
credits)• Network Administrator (Cleary
University 2 credits) • Robotics and Industrial Automation
I and II (PHS 3 credits)
Career Pathways• A career pathway is a plan determined
by a student’s interests and abilities that ensures that what he/she learns in school connects to his/her long term goals.
• Encourage your son/daughter to choose classes that support his/her career pathway.
Career Pathways• Arts and Communications• Business, Management, Marketing and
Technology• Engineering / Manufacturing and
Industrial Technology• Health Sciences• Human Services• Natural Resources and Agriscience
Getting the Most Out of High School
The Key to Success in High School…
Study Skills
Understanding the Difference Between Homework and
Studying
• Homework – completing an assignment
• Studying – outlining a chapter, rewriting notes, or making flashcards.
Homework Use a planner everyday!
Set up a study space free from distractions
Determine what time of day is best to study
Turn off the TV and phone
Organize – use three-ring binders and homework folders
Go to tutoring if struggling
Make up missed assignments right away
On Taking Notes In Class…• Write key points (i.e. names, dates, terms)
• Write information teacher repeats or emphasizes
• Copy what teacher writes on board or overheads
• Rewrite notes• Write questions on material
On Studying for Tests…• Prepared students perform better • Cramming for tests is never best!• Review notes, highlight important points• Create flash cards (review frequently)• Review quizzes and homework from same unit
– look up correct answers to missed questions • Read chapter summaries• Take notes and make outline from reading• Study with a buddy!• Quiz your student
If Your Student is Not Successful in Class
• Require use of a planner • Make arrangements to meet with
teacher(s) before or after school • Communicate with teachers via email• Check PowerSchool frequently• Expect that your student make up
missed assignments• Monitor student’s attendance record
Attendance Policy
• Parents call attendance office for explained absence.
• The attendance policy is most effective if parents call the absence in within two days.
Attendance Continued…
Tardies and Lateness
Parent will receive a phone call from the automated system (ParentLink) for each occurrence.
Lates, tardies, and unexcused absences may affect student grades.
Progression of consequences are: Warning Detention Saturday School Out-of-School
Student ConcernsWhere to go for help…
• Academic Assistance– Meet with teachers after school– NHS tutoring Tuesday and Thursdays after school– Talk to counselors/administrators
• Student Issues & Concerns– Parents– Teachers– Guidance counselors– Safety Team (hall monitors)– Assistant Principal/Principal
Information• Daily Announcements • PowerSchool• School web page @ www.howellschools.com• ParentLink • Staff• Principal’s View Blog
Testing
Testing Sequence9th Grade: MEAP (Oct.) – Social
Studies PSAT* (Oct.) –
practice ($15) Explore – pre-ACT
(March)
10th Grade: PSAT* - practice PLAN *– pre-ACT
11th Grade:PSAT* – qualifying
test for National Merit Scholarship
ACT – ($28/42) required for college admissions
SAT – ($41.50) may be required for some college admissions
MME/ACT required for graduation and to receive state money for college*Necessary scores for dual-enrollment in 11th or 12th grade
PSATPreliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test
• 9th and 10th grade students are strongly encouraged to take the PSAT
• 11th grade students compete for scholarships through PSAT test score
• Administered 3rd Saturday of October• Cost = $15• Students register in Guidance Office• Counselors review scores with
students
EXPLORE TestPractice ACT
• Excellent predictor of ACT scores• EXPLORE is designed for 9th grade
students• Taken during ACT/MME testing
window early March• PLAN test taken as 10th grade
student
ACT or SAT?National Testing Companies
• Test scores are part of the college application process
• 90-95% of colleges, nationwide, accept the ACT
• Most colleges accept either test score• Which test is required? Check resources in
Guidance Office• Scores are listed on high school transcript• ACT website: www.act.org• SAT website: www.collegeboard.com
Can a student take the ACT more than once?
• YES!• Statistics show scores rise 1-4 points• Future classes may be required to take
writing portion; check requirements for specific college
• ACT Registration includes: completed ACT packet from Guidance Office, pay fees and mail to ACT. Online registration available, too, at www.actstudent.org
Preparation for National TestsACT & SAT
• KAPLAN Test Prep• Practice tests available for both tests• MSU, U of M and other colleges offer
ACT and SAT prep workshops• CD-ROM from ACT – “ACTive Prep”• Private Test Prep Companies• Practice books available at bookstores
Dual Enrollment• Allows a student to enroll in postsecondary for high
school credit, or postsecondary credit, or both.• Eligibility:
– Must be enrolled in at least one high school class.– Must take the PSAT or PLAN in 10th grade to dual
enroll in 11th grade (qualifying scores are required; see course selection book pg. 6)
– If student decides not to take HHS’s AP same subject course, he/she does so at own expense.
• 3 - 4 credit college courses transfer to HHS as 1.0 credit.
• 1 - 2 credit college courses transfer to HHS as 0.5 credit.
Qualifying Scores for Dual Enrollment
• PLAN Test (or ACT) – Minimum Scores Required• Mathematics 18• Reading 17• Science 19• English 21
• PSAT Test – Minimum Scores Required• Reading 44• Writing 49• Mathematics 45
Testing Out Procedures• High School credit may be
earned in any course offered by the school by testing out. This applies to all HHS courses (except courses lower in sequence of those already passed).
• Student must attain a 77% or above on the semester exam.
Testing Out Timelines• Sign Up:
– Guidance Office (each building) 4th quarter
• Pick Up Materials: – Media Center (each building) first two weeks after
school is out for Summer
• Test Out Dates: (Located at 10-12 Building)– Aug 8th - PE in AM, Health in PM: – Aug 9 Math in AM, ELA in PM, – Aug 10 Science in AM, Soc. Stud in PM
• Exact Times and Room numbers to follow.
Athletics & Co-Curricular At HHS
Athletics and Co-Curricular Eligibility
1. Must maintain a 2.0 GPA• Student must have earned this 2.0 GPA in the quarter or
semester immediately preceding the beginning of the sport or activity.
• GPA must be maintained throughout the period of continuous involvement in the co-curricular program.
2. Must have passed five out of six classes in the quarter or semester (or six of seven) immediately preceding the beginning of the sport or activity.
• The student must continue to pass five (or more) classes through the period of continuous involvement in the co-curricular program.
• A PHYSICAL MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO TRY-OUTS FOR ANY TEAM
• THE PHYSICAL MUST BE DATED APRIL 15, 2011 OR AFTER.• A PHYSICAL IS REQUIRED ANNUALLY• ATHLETIC OFFICE HOURS DAILY 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM• SUMMER HOURS TUESDAY/THURSDAY 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM • 2.0 GRADE POINT AVERAGE PASSING 5 OUT OF 6 CLASSES
IS REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE ON AN ATHLETIC TEAM
Athletic Director: Dan Hutcheson 517 540-8335
FALL SPORTS • Cross Country (B/G)• Equestrian** (B/G)• Football• Golf (G)• Soccer* (B)
• Swimming (G)• Tennis (B)• Volleyball*• Cheerleading*
*TRY-OUTS REQUIRED**Not a Michigan High School Athletic Association recognized sport
WINTER SPORTS• Basketball* (B/G)• Bowling (B/G)• Competitive Cheer*• Gymnastics• Hockey*• Inline Hockey• Skiing• Swimming (B)• Wrestling
*TRY-OUTS REQUIRED
SPRING SPORTS• Baseball* (B)• Golf* (B)• Inline Hockey• Lacrosse (B)• Soccer* (G)• Softball* (G –V)• Softball* (G – JV)• Tennis (G)• Track (B/G)
* TRY-OUTS REQUIRED
It is important to get involved in high school, balancing academics and extra-curricular activities. The following are great ways to
be involved! Quiz Bowl Anime Club Free Thinking Club National Honors Society (NHS) Band Yearbook Culinary Arts & Catering Engineering Club Robotics / Engineering Fellowship of Christian Athletes
(FCA) We the People Choir Classicality, Chorale D.E.C.A.
Bible Study Interact School Musical School Play Environmental Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) Destination Imagination Band Auxiliary Groups Main Four Student Newspaper Student Council Diversity Club Friends Network FCCLA Health Occupation Students of
America (HOSA) Drama
Thank You!