The Foundation High School Program (FHSP) + Endorsements Huffman ISD The Foundation High School Program (FHSP) + Endorsements HB-5 information for parents of students first entering high school in 2014 - 2015 and beyond

State End-of-Course Testing Requirements The following 5 end-of-course (EOC) assessments are required: English I English II Algebra I Biology US History The student must pass each of the five EOC assessments to meet state graduation requirements.

The Foundation High School Program: Basic Information Beginning in 9th grade, school personnel will meet with students and parents to develop a Personal Graduation Plan outlining the student’s course of study. The Personal Graduation Plan will be reviewed each year and must be signed by the parent.

Course Requirements for the FHSP + Endorsement English – 4 credits English I, II, III, and an additional/advanced English Math – 4 credits Algebra I, Geometry, and 2 additional/advanced math courses Science – 4 credits Biology, and one course from IPC, or Chemistry, or Physics, and 2 additional/advanced sciences Social Studies – 4 credits US History, World History and World Geography. .5 credit Government .5 credit Economics 16 core class credits Language Other Than English – 2 credits Credits must be in the same language Fine Arts – 1 credit Physical Education – 1 credit Technology – 2 credits Required Electives: .5 Health .5 Speech + Endorsement additional endorsement electives of your choice 26 credits required for graduation

Huffman ISD GPA Policy Only core courses will be included in the GPA calculation for local class ranking purposes. *A list of courses that are included in GPA calculation can be found in the course catalog Course will be weighted according to the following: On level academic courses = 4.0 Pre AP & Dual Credit courses = 5.0 AP courses = 6.0

AP Courses vs. Dual Credit Advanced Placement Top quarter of class 4 year college bound students GPA points—6.0 A grade of 3 or higher on the AP test is accepted at universities across the US Dual Credit 2nd and 3rd quarter students Credits are transferable to state schools Credits may not transfer to private schools GPA points—5.0 Community College bound students

College Bound Students Should take Algebra II Should take Physics

The Foundation High School Program: Basic Information All students must declare an endorsement in one of 5 areas at the time of entry into 9th grade. Students will have the opportunity to change the endorsement but it can become difficult to change an endorsement during the junior and senior year. The endorsement, and any changes, must be indicated in writing and signed by the parent.

Endorsement Options Public Service Business & Industry STEM An endorsement requires a focused study in one or more areas of student interest. There are many benefits to earning an endorsement, including: Richer student engagement, and Better preparation for the student in continuing their education beyond high school and/or entering the workforce. Public Service Business & Industry STEM Science/Technology/Engineering/Math Multidisciplinary Arts & Humanities

STEM Science, Technology, Engineering & Math STEM requires completion of Algebra II, Chemistry, and Physics. The STEM endorsement includes courses of study related to: Advanced science courses beyond Chemistry and Physics; or Advanced math courses for which Algebra II is a prerequisite; or A cross-disciplinary study of advanced math and advanced science; or Computer Science / Computer Programming

Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics (STEM) Endorsement 10 Top Paying Careers Occupation Average Wage Entry-Level Wage Experienced Wage Petroleum Engineer $60.85 $33.20 $74.67 Geoscientist $59.48 $31.01 $73.72 Natural Sciences Manager $56.72 $36.31 $66.93 Agricultural Engineer $51.10 $27.34 $61.49 Physicist $45.96 $24.46 $56.71 Civil Engineer $40.41 $24.54 $48.34 Biochemist $38.95 $20.82 $48.01 Atmospheric & Space Scientist $32.76 $12.44 $42.92 Materials Scientist $34.84 $19.40 $42.56 Biomedical Engineer $29.15 $18.17 $34.64

Business & Industry (1 of 2) The Business & Industry endorsement requires completion of credits in at least one career cluster, selected from: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Architecture and Construction Arts, Audio/Visual Technology & Communications Business Finance Hospitality and Tourism Information Technology Manufacturing Marketing Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics A Business & Industry endorsement in the areas listed on this screen requires a progressive sequence of 4 credits in at least one of the bulleted courses of study.

Business & Industry (2 of 2) The Business & Industry endorsement may also be earned through the completion of four (4) English electives, including: Three (3) levels in one field of journalism Newspaper; or Yearbook; or Three (3) levels in either Debate; or Oral Interpretation A Business & Industry endorsement in the areas listed on this screen requires a progressive sequence of 3 levels in one of the bulleted courses of study, plus one additional English elective.

Business & Industry Endorsement 10 Top Paying Careers Occupation Average Wage Entry-Level Wage Experienced Wage Chief Executive $79.81 $7.00 NA Financial Manager $53.95 $26.47 $89.93 Sales Manager $49.80 $24.47 $88.28 Agent/Mgr of Artists, Performers $41.86 $9.06 $86.41 Human Resources Manager $51.37 $30.11 $85.95 General Operations Manager $51.86 $21.15 $86.39 Training & Development Manager $50.85 $26.33 $80.10 Management Specialist $42.71 $20.89 $68.50 Property Manager $31.57 $14.10 $56.45 Public Relations Manager $64.89 $30.50 $72.92

Public Services The Public Services endorsement requires completion of credits in at least one career cluster, selected from: Education and Training Government and Public Administration Health Sciences Human Services Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security JROTC (Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps) A Public Services endorsement requires a progressive sequence of 4 credits in at least one of the bulleted courses of study.

Public Service Endorsement 10 Top Paying Careers Occupation Average Wage Entry-Level Wage Experienced Wage Physician $111.49 $55.30 $226.00 Dentist $73.82 $36.28 $92.60 Chiropractor $36.20 $17.03 $45.78 Medical & Health Services Manager $32.24 $23.60 $45.56 Sales Engineers $45.24 $27.82 $53.94 Pharmacists $52.23 $42.68 $57.09 Medical Scientist $25.97 $16.61 $30.65 Physical Therapist $37.56 $26.25 $43.52 Dental Hygenist $32.02 $23.87 $36.10 Nurse $29.70 $22.04 $33.53

Arts & Humanities The Arts & Humanities endorsement may be earned through completion of at least one of the following: Five courses in social studies; or Two levels/credits of one language in a Language Other than English; and two levels/credits of a second language in a Language Other than English; or A progressive sequence of four credits, selected from one or two Fine Arts disciplines, including Art, Dance, Music, and Theatre The Arts and Humanities endorsement requires completion of at least one of the bulleted courses of study.

Arts and Humanities Endorsement 10 Top Paying Careers Occupation Average Wage Entry-Level Wage Experienced Wage Art Director $38.59 $21.65 $47.06 Broadcast News Analyst $37.44 $12.15 $80.00 Directors and Producers $32.54 $12.09 $55.61 Film and Video Editors $31.63 $12.06 $41.41 Media/Communications Equip $29.45 $10.72 $37.63 Technical Writers $28.24 $18.63 $33.05 Public Relations Specialist $27.37 $15.33 $33.39 Commercial & Industrial Designers $26.19 $15.67 $31.45 Writers and Authors $26.14 $14.93 $31.74 Multimedia Animator and Artist $25.36 $22.86

Multidisciplinary Studies The Multidisciplinary Studies endorsement requires completion of at least one of the following: Four additional/advanced credits, from within one endorsement area or from various endorsement areas, that prepare the student to either successfully enter postsecondary education without the need for remediation; or successfully enter the workforce. Four credits in each: English Language Arts (must include a traditional English IV), Math, Science (must include Chemistry and/or Physics), and Social Studies; or Four AP or dual credit courses, selected from English Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Fine Arts or LOTE. A Multidisciplinary Studies endorsement requires completion of at least one of the above courses of study.

Thinking Ahead: Distinguished Level of Achievement (DLA) A Distinguished Level of Achievement (DLA) may be earned through successful completion of: All requirements for the Foundation High School Program, plus The requirements of at least one endorsement, including Algebra II among the required math credits, and A fourth science credit   A student must graduate with a Distinguished Level of Achievement (DLA) to be considered for the Top 10% and eligibility for automatic admission to a Texas public college or university.

Thinking Ahead: Performance Acknowledgments Performance Acknowledgements may be earned in one or more of the following categories: AP test score of 3 or above IB test score of 4 or above (IB is not available in Huffman ISD) Qualifying PSAT score based on the 11th grade test SAT combined critical reading and math score of 1250 or above ACT composite score of 28 or above Completion of a minimum of 12 hours dual credit college courses with final grades of A or B (3.0 GPA or above) Bilingualism and biliteracy Earning a nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification or license

What to Do Right Now: Course Selections for the Freshman Year Choose an Endorsement Selections must include one course from each of the following: English Math (Algebra 1 + lab class (will take up 2 periods) or PreAP Algebra 1 or Geometry (if Algebra 1 credit was received in Middle School) Science IPC or Biology PreAP Social Studies World Geography or AP World Geography Select a PE option: Athletics, Dance, PE, Drill Team, JROTC, Marching Band Spanish 1 or Spanish 2 (if Spanish 1 credit was received in Middle School) Endorsement elective Classes are year long. There are no schedule changes in the middle of the year.

Questions? Choose an Endorsement Parents and students will proceed to classrooms where they will complete the following. Choose an Endorsement Choose Course selections for next year Complete their 4 year plan