College and Career Planning Welcome to High School, Class of 2021 College and Career Planning Welcome to High School, Class of 2021 ! 2017-2018 9th Grade Enrollment

High School Schedule 7:23 am – 2:30 pm Thursdays Early release – 1:55 dismissal Half days – 10:40 dismissal

3 Diploma Options College Readiness Diploma 26 credits Gold Medallion Honors Diploma 26 credits International Baccalaureate Options 26-28 credits

Credits & Units These 2 terms mean the same thing. Full-year Class = 1 credit Semester Class = ½ credit Remember, EVERYTHING COUNTS so come to school and pass all your classes!

Grade 9 Core Courses English Language Arts I or Pre IB/Honors ELA World History or Pre IB/Honors World History Physics or Pre IB/Honors Physics Math Course: Algebra I unless you have completed it in middle school

THINGS TO REMEMBER ALL Diplomas require 4 credits of English and Math Community Service is required for graduation ALL Diplomas can participate in A+ to earn money for college

Electives PE and Health Other options on the sheet – choose so that you have 8 total credits Choose Alternates

Block Schedule Sample A-Day B-Day Band Algebra 1 ELA 1 French 2 PE/Health Physics World History AVID 9

Enrollment Paperwork is due . . . Northgate March 6 Eastgate March 6 We’ll be back!!!! Northgate March 9 Eastgate March 10

Communication No folders or agendas, so be ACTIVE We need accurate email addresses and phone numbers Use website and Apps Weekly announcements Using Power School Email is the most efficient way to contact teachers

Other Important Considerations: Lunch Cafeteria Anywhere students can WALK Hot Dog Church Hornets are RESPONSIBLE MAC Books Insurance Educational use ONLY

Athletics and Activities Students must be academically eligible to participate (pass 7 out of 8 classes) Participation fees $50 per student per year Athletic physicals Activity pass – allows students entrance to home games (all sports)

Important Dates May 16 – Activity Night August 15 – Freshman Jumpstart 5:00 – 7:00 pm Pick up 9th grade schedules Meet coaches/club sponsors Located in the Norclay Building August 15 – Freshman Jumpstart Half day high school orientation in the morning Open House in the evening

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