Welcome Stoney Creek High School 8th Grade Parent Night to March 19th, 2015

SCHS Principal Dr. Cathryn Skedel

SCHS Assistant Principals Mr. John Kelley Dr. Amanda McKay

SCHS Counselors Mr. Cook (A - Da) Mrs. Veeser (Db - H) Mrs. Wilson (I - Mc) Mrs. Bissett (Md - Se) Mr. Carlin (Sf - Z)

PTSA President: Sabrina Marshall Booster Club President: Sandy Pollack

Scheduling Information for 9th Grade Class of 2019 & Graduation Requirements Overview

9th Grade English Option #1 Language Arts 9 `

9th Grade English Option #2 HONORS Language Arts 9 Selection process includes application and online writing assessment Summer Reading will be assigned See current English teacher for Application to take assessment

Graduation Requirements: English 4 years/credits LA 9 LA 10 11th Composition & Literature 12th Composition & Literature

9th Grade Social Studies Option #1: World History

9th Grade Social Studies Option #2: Big History Big History is a year-long cross-curricular view of history that focuses on testing and evaluating the modern science perspective of our history. It is an inquiry-based course that requires students to research and analyze scientific and historical theories. Big history looks at the history of the Universe, from the Big Bang to modernity, and explores common themes and patterns that can help us better understand people, civilizations and the world we live in. Students interested in taking Big History must have: strong interest and academic performance in social studies and science strong written communication skills (there is a document-based essay at the conclusion of each unit in addition to a semester-long research paper) willingness to discuss/present information excellent study skills and be conscientious with due dates mature, self-motivated attitude consistent access to online resources (there is no textbook)

Graduation Requirements: Social Studies 3 credits/years World History/Big History-1 credit (9th) US History- 1 credit (10th) Government- .5 credit (11th) Economics-.5 credit (11th)

(One Semester Chemistry/One Semester Physics) 9th Grade Science Option #1: PHYSICAL SCIENCE (One Semester Chemistry/One Semester Physics)

Option #2 : Physical Science/Biology Block Students will have Physical Science 1st semester for 2 hours & Biology 2nd semester for 2 hours (4 semesters total) Students must fill out an application for consideration! In 8th grade, students should have high marks in Algebra and in Science

Option #2 : Physical Science/Biology Block It is recommended that students choosing Block Science be taking Geometry in 9th grade (future science classes require certain level math skills) Have strong writing skills for lab write-ups Students should consult with their current science teacher and current counselor to make sure it’s an appropriate placement

Graduation Requirements: Science 3 credits/years Physical Science-1 credit (9th) Biology -1 credit (10th) Chemistry or Physics or 3rd Science - 1 credit (11th)

9th Grade Requirement Math If a student is successful in their current math class it is common for them to move on to the next math level in sequence Math teachers will make recommendations!

Math Sequence Algebra 1 Geometry (or Honors) Algebra 2 (or Honors) Introduction to College Math (Stats/Trig) Pre-Calculus (or Honors) AP Calculus/AP Stats

Graduation Requirements: Math 4 credits/years Each student must minimally complete coursework through Algebra 2 A math or “math related” course must be taken in the final year of high school See pg. 4 of Registration Information brochure for examples of “math related”

Graduation Requirements: World Language 2 credits/years All students in the Class of 2019 must earn 2.0 credits in a World Language. The two credits must be in the same language. Flex Option - Students may substitute an additional 1.0 credit of VPAA for their 2nd year of World Language

Middle School classes for High School credit High School courses taken in Middle School will count for High School credit Grades will not be calculated into GPA Examples: Algebra 1, Geometry, World Language, P.E. Sport: Fitness

More Graduation Requirements Visual, Performing and Applied Arts 1 credit (2 semesters) – courses are listed on page 4 in the registration brochure

More Graduation Requirements Health and Physical Education 1 credit (2 semesters) – students must take either: Option 1 - Wellness 1and Wellness 2 OR Option 2 - .5 Health and a .5 Physical Activity Flex Option - .5 Health and 2 successfully completed seasons of an MHSAA endorsed sport or Marching Band (equals .5 Physical Activity)

Electives Art Business Design and Technology English See back of course selection card for 9th grade elective choices Art Business Design and Technology English Family and Consumer Science Music World Language

Course Description Book Course Description Books are solely online (to stay Green  ). Follow this link to go directly to the CDB: http://www.rochester.k12.mi.us/stoney-creek-high-school/pages/9804/course-description-book Use course description book while creating a 4 year plan. Note prerequisites for certain courses including AP courses.

Total Credits Needed to Graduate Students need to earn 22 credits to graduate. Students will earn 6 credits each year by passing all classes (6 credits x 4 years = 24 possible credits) There are opportunities in the Summer Learning Program to take classes towards graduation requirements.

See page 10 (the back page) in Registration Information brochure FOUR YEAR PLAN See page 10 (the back page) in Registration Information brochure

Sample Four Year Plan Sample schedule with 4 years of a Music emphasis   9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade 1st period English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 2nd period Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Math or Math-related 3rd period Physical Science Biology Chemistry or Physics Elective 4th period World History US History Govt./Econ. 5th period French 1 French 2 PE Health 6th period Band or Choir

Sample Four Year Plan Sample schedule with 4 years of a World Language emphasis   9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade 1st period English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 2nd period Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Math or Math-related 3rd period Physical Science Biology Chemistry or Physics Elective 4th period World History US History Govt./Econ. 5th period Wellness 1 Visual & Perf. Arts Wellness 2 6th period World Language

Sample Four Year Plan Sample schedule with 4 years of Yearbook or Newspaper emphasis   9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade 1st period English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 2nd period Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Math or Math-related 3rd period Physical Science Biology Chemistry or Physics Elective 4th period World History US History Govt./Econ. 5th period World Language Health PE Activity 6th period Writing for Publication Yearbook

Sample Four Year Plan Sample schedule over 4 years with OSTC in 11th and 12th.   9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade 1st period English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 2nd period Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Math or Math-related 3rd period Physical Science Biology Chemistry or Physics Govt/Economics 4th period World History US History OSTC 5th period World Language 6th period PE Activity Health

Academic Recognition Scholars of Highest Distinction: GPA 3.9-4.0 4 AP courses ACT composite of 32 or higher (SAT score TBD) Scholars of Distinction: GPA 3.8 3 AP Courses ACT composite of 28 or higher (SAT score TBD) Scholars of Achievement: GPA 3.5 2 AP Courses ACT composite of 26 or higher (SAT score TBD)

Myth: Senior year is a blow-off.

Recommended Preparation for College Success It is strongly recommended for students to maintain an academic schedule every year, including their senior year of high school (4 out of 6 classes minimum). Seniors need to have a full credit of English & Math, and should consider taking Science and Social Studies as well. Students looking for admission into a competitive university need to keep an academically rigorous schedule throughout high school. A student’s schedule should be driven by their EDP (career choices, college choices, etc.) Scheduling presentations and information will delivered to students each year. Review of the graduation requirements and explanations of coursework will be provided. Student needs to make decisions based on their abilities and future goals and always use discretion when selecting classes. This slide is just a recommendation from the President Council on the number of recommended academics one should try to achieve in high school . The idea is for students to take as many academics as possible, but appropriate, so that students will have a strong well-rounded academic back ground as they head to college. 46

COMMUNICATIONS

Stay Informed and Connected! SCHS webpage: Cougar Call, daily announcements, key information on the Counseling webpage. MyRCS http://myrcs.rochester.k12.mi.us Sign up for district “Mail out” www.rochester.k12.mi.us Update school to SCHS PTSA Weekly Communications (emails) The SCHS PTSA Blast

Stay Informed and Connected! Attend Parent Teacher Conferences 1st & 3rd quarters Staff email addresses: Available under ‘Key Information’ on SCHS webpage, and on the myRCS hotlink District Webpage: Parent & Community link

Academic Support There are ways for students to access support at Stoney Creek. Teachers will go over options at Curriculum Night. Grades are monitored. When students struggle, counselors and the Academic Center teacher will meet with them to problem solve. Students who require more targeted support are identified during the spring move-up meetings. Students who are eligible for more intense interventions will be notified before school ends in June.

STONEY CREEK H.S.

Freshmen Transition Before school begins After school begins Back to school shopping-dress code Attend freshmen registration & orientation: Freshman Registration Wednesday, August 26, 2015 12:30-3 p.m.  Freshman Orientation/Kick-Off Thursday, August 27, 2015 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.  Tour the school Locker combination Find classrooms-walk schedule Leave books in lockers Attend Curriculum Night Make checking MyRCS a habit but learn teacher posting trends Sign up for clubs and sports Encourage students to attend and participate in school wide events Communicate with teachers Reach out for supports

Freshman Locker Area

CAFETERIA

POLICE LIAISON OFFICER DREHMER ROCHESTER POLICE

SECURITY

Differences Between High School & Middle School Classes change at the semester break, even year-long classes change (this could include hour & teacher change). Students are assigned a counselor at SCHS by their last name. Chill Time. Lunch (one of three lunch periods, based on 4th hour teacher).

Additional Info See Registration Information brochure given to students for graduation requirements, four year plan and other scheduling information The Registration Information brochure is also available on the district web site This PowerPoint presentation will be available on the SCHS Counseling website.

WE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR INDIVIDUAL QUESTIONS WE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR INDIVIDUAL QUESTIONS. ************* PARENTS OF STUDENT-ATHLETES, PLEASE GO TO THE BAND ROOM (E148) TO MEET COACHES & GET INFORMATION ON ATHLETICS.

and Welcome to Stoney Creek!