Welcome to 9 th Grade Scheduling Academics: Planning the Next Four Years 1

Welcome to High School Jamie JohnsonPrincipal Anthony SuchanekDave Simancek Assistant PrincipalAssistant Principal Athletic Director/AP Sue Calvo Athletic Director/APCounselors Cheryl Reger A-G Daniel Nolen H-N Daniel Nolen H-N Michelle Horning O-Z High School Counseling Office High School Counseling Office 2

Agenda Graduation Requirements Graduation Requirements Curriculum Curriculum High School Programs High School Programs Assessments Assessments Athletics Athletics Resources Resources 3

Counseling Services Academic Academic Personal Personal Support Groups Support Groups Crisis Crisis Career Career 4

Course Registration Guide The updated course selection book is available online at (follow the links to the High School and then Course Registration Guide). Every 8 th grader received a copy today 5

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 Skill Center Co-Curricular Activities And much, much, more! 6

Credits for Graduation & GPA To earn a diploma, a student must earn at least 23 credits Each year 3 credits a semester and 6 for a school year A student can earn 24 credits during four years of high school GPA Honors & NHS Gold 3.75 and up Silver 3.3 to

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Michigan Merit Curriculum High School Graduation Requirements MATHEMATICS - 4 Credits Algebra I Geometry Algebra II One math course in final year of high school ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS - 4 Credits English Language Arts 9 English Language Arts 11 English Language Arts 10 English Language Arts 12 SCIENCE - 3 Credits Biology One additional science credit Physics or Chemistry SOCIAL STUDIES - 3 Credits.5 credit in Civics.5 credit in Economics U.S. History and Geography World History and Geography PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH - 1 Credit VISUAL, PERFORMING AND APPLIED ARTS - 1 Credit ONLINE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Course, Learning or Integrated Learning Experience WORLD LANGUAGE 2 Credits of the same World Language 9

Scheduling Students will meet with a guidance counselor Friday to select classes for next year. Students select a total of 6 credits 10

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Science Sequencing Options 9 th GradeBiology Honors Biology 10th GradePhysical ScienceHonors Chemistry 11th GradeChemistry Honors Physics AP Biology AP Chemistry 12th GradePhysics Honors Physics AP Biology AP Chemistry 12

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English Sequence Options 9 th English 9Honors English 9 10 th English 10 Honors English th English 11 AP English Language 12 th English 12AP English Literature 14

Social Studies 9 th World History 10 th US History AP US History 11 th Government 0.5 Economics 0.5 AP Government th None Required Economics

FOUR-YEAR PLAN Component of Educational Development Plan GradeEnglishSocial Studies MathScienceElective 9 th 10 th 11 th 12 th 16

SAMPLE: FOUR-YEAR PLAN Component of Educational Development Plan GradeEnglish Social Studies MathScienceElective 9 th English 9 or Honors English 9 World History Algebra 1 Geometry College Geometry Biology or Honors Biology Health.5 & Physical Education.5 World Language 10 th English 10 or Honors English 10 US History or AP US History Geometry College Geometry Algebra 2A College Algebra 2 Physical Science Physics.5 & Physical Science Chemistry.5 or Honors Chemistry Computer Applications.5 &.5 VPAA World Language 11 th English 11 or AP English Language Economics.5 & Government.5 OR Economics.5 & AP Government 1.0 Algebra 2 A Algebra 2 B College Algebra 2 Trigonometry & Algebra 3 Analysis Applied Calculus AP Calculus Chemistry Physics Honors Physics Honors Chemistry AP Biology AP Chemistry.5 VPAA 12 th English 12 or AP English Literature Algebra 2 A Algebra 2 B College Algebra 2 Trigonometry & Algebra 3 Analysis Applied Calculus AP Calculus 17

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. 18

Skill Center Education Programs ● Great opportunities for hands-on learning! Transportation is provided. Transportation is provided. See Course Selection Book for more detailed information on classes. See Course Selection Book for more detailed information on classes. Only for 11 th & 12 th grade students Only for 11 th & 12 th grade students These are all 3.0 credit courses These are all 3.0 credit courses 19

Testing Sequence 9 th Grade: PSAT* - practice 10 th Grade: PSAT* - practice *Necessary scores for dual- enrollment in 11th or 12th grade 11 th Grade: PSAT* – qualifying test for National Merit Scholarship SAT – may be required for some college admissions 12 th Grade: SAT Retake 20

Dual Enrollment Allows a student to enroll in postsecondary for high school credit, or postsecondary credit, or both. Eligibility: – –See page 4 of the Course Selection Guide – –May receive weighted GPA points 21

Advanced Placement AP courses prepare students for the exam AP courses prepare students for the exam Rigorous, multiple-component exam Rigorous, multiple-component exam Administered every May Administered every May Open to any student Open to any student Students can earn college credit, placement, or both for qualifying AP Exam grades Students can earn college credit, placement, or both for qualifying AP Exam grades Will receive weighted GPA points Will receive weighted GPA points Exam Fee about $90 each Exam Fee about $90 each 22

Testing Out Procedures High School credit may be earned in any course offered by the school by testing out. This applies to all SCHS courses (except courses lower in sequence of those already passed). Student must attain a 77% or above on the course assessment exam. 23

Testing Out Timelines Sign Up: – –Guidance Office (each building) Now – April 22nd Pick Up Materials: – –High School Media Center before or after school the week of May 9th Test Out Date: Tuesday August 30 th Exact Times and Room numbers to follow. 24

Athletics & Co-Curricular At SCHS 25

FALL SPORTS Cross Country (B/G) Football Golf (G) Soccer* (B) Swimming (G) Tennis (B) Volleyball* Cheerleading* Poms* *TRY-OUTS REQUIRED 26

WINTER SPORTS Basketball* (B/G) Bowling (B/G) Competitive Cheer* Hockey* Swimming (B) Wrestling Poms* *TRY-OUTS REQUIRED 27

SPRING SPORTS Baseball* (B) Golf* (B) Lacrosse (B/G) Soccer* (G) Softball* (G) Tennis (G) Track (B/G) Poms* * TRY-OUTS REQUIRED 28

It is important to get involved in high school, balancing academics and co-curricular activities. The following are great ways to be involved! Freshman Class SponsorNone Sophomore Class SponsorsMrs. Yuschak & Mrs. Wasson Junior Class SponsorMrs. Horning Senior Class SponsorsMrs. Culver Drama ClubMr. Butters K.E.Y. ClubMrs. Anthony National Honor SocietyMrs. Kauzlarich Quiz BowlMrs. Kunkleman Road RunnersMr. Wiens S.A.D.D.Mrs. Pasquale Science OlympiadMrs. Hoyt-Winans & Mrs. Ziemer Student CouncilMrs. Kauzlarich & Mrs. Cummings Swartz Creek SportsMs. Calvo Power of 100Mrs. Gillon 29

The Key to Success in High School… Study Skills 30

Understanding the Difference Between Homework and Studying Homework – completing an assignment Studying – outlining a chapter, rewriting notes, or making flashcards. 31

Study Guideline Students should be spending a minimum of 20 minutes on homework / study time per academic subject each day (5 days a week). – – 5 academic subjects = 1 hr. 40 min. of study time daily (average) 32

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 33

How Do Students Learn Best? Visual Learner – learns best from videos, TV, pictures, reading, and demonstrations. When studying, a “visual learner” may find it helpful to: Take notes Use flash cards, charts, and diagrams Form pictures in his/her mind Make use of color in notes Outline and read the textbook 34

Auditory Learner – learns best from lectures, discussions, TV, videos, and music. When studying, an “auditory learner” may find it helpful to: Read aloud Have discussions Listen to tapes Review information out loud Use memory tricks involving rhythm and rhyme 35

Kinesthetic Learner – learns best from role-playing, labs, and hands-on activities. When studying, a “kinesthetic learner” should: Try moving around while studying Use tools and objects whenever possible Write or type notes Role play ideas and concepts 36

When Reading Assignments, Encourage Your Son/Daughter To… Read summary or chapter review first Read chapter questions Skim chapter – topics to be discussed Read notes in margins Read captions for pictures / graphs Read entire chapter Answer chapter questions Write his/her own chapter summary or outline 37

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 38

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 Make them SLEEP! Make them EAT BREAKFAST! 39

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 Check PowerSchool frequently Expect that your student make up missed assignments even if credit cannot be earned for the assignments Monitor student’s attendance record 40

Attendance Policy You can ONLY miss 10 days per semester If you go over you may lose your credit So show up! 41

Attendance Continued… Tardies and Lateness  Parent will receive a phone call from the automated system for each occurrence.  Lates, tardies, and unexcused absences may affect student grades.  Progression of consequences are:  Warning  Contact parent  Detention  Saturday School  Out-of-School 42

Student Concerns Where to go for help… Academic Assistance – – After school tutoring (Mondays & Wednesday from 2:30 – 4:00 – – Ketchup Cafe Student Issues & Concerns – – Parents – – Teachers – – Guidance counselors – – Safety Team (hall monitors) – – Assistant Principal/Principal 43

Infomation Information Daily Announcements PowerSchool School web page ParentLink Staff 44

Thank You! 45