High School Planning Presented by Natasha Allison, School Counselor Project Lead the Way by Tim Fitmaurice BOCES CTI by Mitchell Shron IB by Michael McCrudden Naviance by Nicole Schmidt

Tonight’s Agenda Useful Vocabulary Attendance Policy Types of High School Diplomas Diploma Requirements Course Offerings for 9th Graders Course Recommendations Dropping Courses Project Lead the Way BOCES CTI International Baccalaureate Program Extracurricular Activites Transition Online Resources Questions

The Importance of Planning for High School Interest Aptitude or Ability Past Success

Vocabulary Requisite- a class required by NYS in order to graduate Prerequisite- a course that must be taken before another (ex. Studio art must be taken before any other art course) Elective- a course that is not required but of interest to you Semester- a half year course, fall or spring Credit- 1credit=1 year long course that meets daily in which a student earns a passing grade 0.5 credit= a year long course that meets every other day or meets every day for only 1 semester Grade Level- for a student to move to the next grade level, s/he must accumulate 5 ½ specific credits (ex. With 5 ½ credits you become a 10th grader; 11 credits puts you in 11th grade) Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior

Transcript- a summary of the courses you’ve taken throughout high school including your final grades. This will be sent to the colleges of your choice. Regents Courses - In New York State, Regents Examinations are statewide standardized examinations in core high school subjects required to graduate. The courses leading up to the exam are Regents level courses. Honors Courses - Honors level courses are offered in grades 9-12. These courses are more rigorous than Regents courses and therefore carry a greater weight. A student must be recommended for an honors course. AP Courses- Advanced Placement Courses are college level courses offered from 10th through 12th grades. Depending on the AP exam score, college credit could be given. The final exam costs $89. IB Courses- International Baccalaureate Courses are very rigorous, demanding courses that can also give you college credit. Class Rank- Students averages each year are put in rank order from the highest (#1) to the lowest. Weighting- For the purpose of ranking, classes are weighted: Honors=1.04, AP & IB-SL=1.06, IB-HL=1.08.

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Attendance Policy Students can not be absent more than 8 times a semester or more than 16 times during the school year If a student’s absence exceeds this limit, they will be denied credit for the course regardless of their grade If a student comes to class more than 15 minutes late, this counts as an absence

Types of High School Diplomas International Baccalaureate- an international diploma which includes the same requirements as an Advanced Regents Diploma and beyond Advanced Regents - must pass 8 regents exams (65%) and earn 3 credits in a foreign language Regents Diploma- Must pass 5 regents exams and 1 credit in a foreign language Career Development and Occupational Studies Commencement Credentials- This credential will recognize each individual student’s preparation and skills for post-school employment. Skills and Achievements Commencement Credential - The Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential must be accompanied by documentation of the student’s skills and strengths and levels of independence in academic, career development and foundation skills needed for post-school living, learning and working. Only available to some students. Your counselor will have more information.

Regents Diploma Must pass 5 Regents exams and earn 1 credit in a foreign language Regents Exams English Language Arts (11th grade) United States History and Government (11th grade) Global Studies (10th grade) Algebra I (8th, 9th, 10th or 11th grade) Living Environment or Earth Science (9th grade)

Advanced Regents Diploma Must pass 8 Regents exams (65% or higher) and earn 3 credits in a foreign language Regents Exams English Language Arts (11th grade) Global Studies (10th grade) United States History and Government (11th grade) Algebra I (8th, 9th, 10th or 11th grade) Geometry (9th or 10th grade) Algebra II (10th or 11th grade) Living Environment (8th, 9th or 10th grade) Earth Science, Chemistry or Physics (9th, 11th or 12th grade))

International Baccalaureate Diploma IB Requirements are separate from NYS requirements 6 International Baccalaureate exams Submit an extended essay Complete 150 service hours Complete the Theory of Knowledge course

Career Development and Occupational Studies Commencement Credentials- This credential will recognize each individual student’s preparation and skills for post-school employment. Skills and Achievements Commencement Credential - The Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential must be accompanied by documentation of the student’s skills and strengths and levels of independence in academic, career development and foundation skills needed for post-school living, learning and working. Only available to some students. Your counselor will have more information.  

Credit Requirements Students must earn a total of 22 credits or more to graduate from High School. Students earn these credits by taking required courses as well as electives

What???? No credit for LUNCH?? Regents Diploma English……………….4* Social Studies………4** Mathematics…..........3* Science………………3* Health……………….1/2 Art and/or Music…...1 Physical Education..2 (every other day for 4 years) Foreign Language…1 * Regents Exam required Advanced Regents Diploma English……………….4* Social Studies………4** Mathematics…..........3*** Science………………3** Health……………….1/2 Art and/or Music…...1 Physical Education..2 (every other day for 4 years) Foreign Language…3 * Regents Exam required What???? No credit for LUNCH??

9th Grade Typical Schedule 1. English 9 Regents or Honors 2. Global Studies I Regents or Honors 3. Geometry, Algebra I, Algebra IA or Intro. Algebra 4. Earth Science or Living Environment 5. Science Lab (odd)/ P.E. (even) 6. Foreign Language I or II 7. Lunch 8. Studio in Art or Band or Chorus or Music or Design & Drawing for Production 9. Study Hall, Elective or Support Class *** Not in this order

These recommendations are based on PERFORMANCE, GRADES and EFFORT How are classes chosen? Recommendations are made by the 8th grade teachers for 9th grade classes These recommendations are based on PERFORMANCE, GRADES and EFFORT

Honors Recommendations Generally 90% average or above Quality assignments consistently turned in on time Excellent class participation and effort Past performance

What if there is a disagreement in placement? If you disagree with what has been recommended for your student, please call the teacher who made the recommendation to discuss it further.

What is the scheduling process? Teacher recommendations are received by the School Counselor Students will meet individually with their School Counselor to build their schedule (late February until Spring Break) College and Career interests will be discussed Course selection sheets will be sent home to parents to be signed and returned Naviance accounts will be created in class

Exciting Opportunities in the High School Fun electives such as:

Guidelines for Dropping or Changing Courses Dropped courses will appear on a student’s permanent record as follows: Courses dropped more than 10 days after the first interim report will be reflected on the transcript.

International Baccalaureate Program Michael McCrudden

Project Lead the Way

Tech Center Offered to 11th and 12th Graders Programs include the following: Graphic Design Media Arts/Video Production Computer Training Autobody Automechanics Small Engines Construction Project Management Electrical Construction Technology Nursing Assistant Cosmetology Culinary Arts Early Childhood Education Security & Law Enforcement

How will this benefit my student? Gain hands-on experience Earn college credit Prepare for a part-time or full-time job Build your college application or job resume Meet new people Learn to do something in which you are interested Try out an area of study before going to college

JV Sports in High School Fall Cheerleading Football Volleyball Golf Cross Country Field hockey Soccer Tennis Winter Basketball Wrestling Spring Softball Lacrosse Track and Field Baseball

Clubs offered at the High School Student Council Yearbook International Club Mentoring Club School Newspaper Environmental Conservation Ski Club SADD Poetry Club Flying Model Club Red Hook Broadcasting Company (RHBC) Amnesty International Performing Arts Club Gaming Club Technology Club Art Club Medical Society Lacrosse Club Model UN Club Girl’s Weightlifting club French Club Astronomy Club Science Olympiad Ultimate Frisbee Robotics Club Debate

Sample HS Resume

High School Guidance Counselors Tanya French – (A-G) ext. 16100 Nicole Schmidt- (H-N) ext. 16120 Mary Mahony- (O-Z) ext. 16110

RHHS will hold an orientation for incoming 9th graders in late August RHHS will hold an orientation for incoming 9th graders in late August. More information will come this summer.

Online Resources Course Selection Sheet High School Website-Information www.redhookcentralschools.org This Power Point Presentation LAMS Website under Student Services

Questions?