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8th Grade Transition to High School Welcome to Klein High School! 8th Grade Transition to High School

A Day In The Life at High School 7:15 am - 2:45 pm 7 periods each day 48 minute classes 6 minute passing time Each student assigned a counselor & principal, according to last name

Typical Freshman Schedule English 1 Algebra 1 (or Geometry if Algebra 1 taken in 8th grade) Biology World Geography Elective (PE recommended) Elective (Fine Art recommended) Elective (Endorsement elective)

Students Entering 9th Grade Each student selects (in writing) an endorsement area and creates a Four Year Plan with their 8th grade counselor.

Begin with the End in Mind What kinds of things do you LIKE learning about? What is your Career Interest? What programs of study will prep you for “Life After High School”? . . . . .which Endorsement(s) will you earn? Start planning NOW!

What is an Endorsement? A category that describes the kinds of classes you enjoy taking ARTS AND HUMANITIES Political science, literature, world languages, cultural studies, history and fine arts. BUSINESS & INDUSTRY Information technology, database management, marketing, accounting, finance, graphic design, architecture, construction, welding, automotive technology, agriculture, vet science, culinary arts and hospitality. MULTIDISCIPLINARY This endorsement provides students the opportunity to take a variety of courses from each of the other four endorsement areas. PUBLIC SERVICE Health science occupations, education, law enforcement, cosmetology, and JROTC STEM Science, Technology-including computer science, Engineering, and advanced Math

PROMISE2PURPOSE Pathways In Klein ISD, every student enters with a promise and exits with a purpose. Click here for more information! Promise2Purpose Pathway Summit! January 2oth 9-1:30 Klein Cain HS

FOUR YEAR PLAN Revised February 3, 2014

Options to meet other Required Coursework 1 year of Fine Arts Art Band Choir Dance Orchestra Theatre Arts (Performing or Production) Principles & Elements of Floral Design (Gr. 10-12) 2 years of the same Foreign Language Spanish French German Latin American Sign Language Chinese ASL and Chinese - May not make, so choose one of the other 4 languages as an alternate

Options for meeting PE requirement 1 year of PE or Equivalent PE Dance Athletics Cheerleading (S1 only) JROTC (substitution) Drill Team (substitution) Marching Band (S1 only, sub.) Students can earn up to 4 PE/Equivalent credits

CTE Short Takes

9th Grade Elective Options-- CTE Principles of Applied Engineering Principles of Education and Training Public Services Principles of Health Science Principles of Human Services Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, Security Principles of Hospitality Services JROTC Advanced Nursing Pathway (at KHS apply @ www.promise2purpose.net) STEM Public Service

9th Grade Elective Options-- CTE Automotive Basics Principles of Ag, Food, and Natural Resources Principles of Architecture Principles of Business, Marketing, and Finance Money Matters Business Information Mgt I Principles of Animation Global Business Pathway (at KF apply @ www.promise2purpose.net) HVAC (at Cain apply @ www.promise2purpose.net) GIS (Surveying) (at Collins apply @ www.promise2purpose.net) Professional Communications (semester) Touch System Data Entry (semester) Business & Industry Almost Any

9th Grade Elective Options--Technology STEM Computer Science 1 (regular or Pre-AP) Algebra 1 prerequisite (B average recommended, no concurrent enrollment) Computer Science Principles AP Game Program Design (Semester, grades 9-12) Algebra 1 prerequisite Mobile Application Development (Semester, grades 9-12) Robotics Program Design (Semester, grades 9-12)

9th Grade Elective Options - Other Debate 1 (Pre-req is Comm App) PATH 1 Journalism Sports Medicine (Trainer approval; Application required) Health (Semester) Bible Literacy (Semester) Communication Application (Semester class) Photojournalism (Semester class, sponsor approval, form required)

Pre-AP/AP/Dual Credit Rigorous coursework & more homework “Extra” grade points Be better prepared for college AP/Dual Credit Used for Performance Acknowledgment Possibly earn college credit Dual Credit Classes 11-12 Grades AP Classes 10-12 Grades

PreAP Frequently Asked Questions Who can take PreAP classes? They are open enrollment, but student, parent, teacher & counselor input is imperative. Can be a very difficult decision. What if a student is struggling in a PreAP class? A student may exit Pre-AP courses at the end of the first semester (regardless of student performance) with teacher and parent approval unless administration approves an earlier exit due to extenuating circumstances. Students and parents should have the benefit of knowing the grading period or semester grade before making an exit decision. At the end of the semester or Appeal committee decision at the end of the 1st nine-week grading period Is there any limit to the number of PreAP courses one can take? No, but should consider the student’s needs & overall course load.

9th grade Course Selection Sheet Circle IMPORTANT Please sign.

9th grade course selection sheet p.2

Requirements to Graduate Earn the 26 required State Credits Complete at least one of the Endorsement Plans Pass all 5 EOC tests

Required 5 EOC Tests Algebra 1 English 1 English 2 Biology US History

Plan For The Future Grade 9 Attend Freshman Orientation (in August) Strive for good grades GPA begins with 9th grade Develop a student resume/portfolio Become involved - make an impact

Sample High School Report Card Each quarter is 45% of the semester average. The exam is 10% of the semester average. Total of 3.5 credits earned for this report card.

Your High School Transcript It is your scorecard! Starts with 9th grade. It is the official record of student effort/grades. It is how colleges will evaluate you.

Schools of Choice International Baccalaureate (Klein Oak) Global Business Pathway (Klein Forest) Advanced Nursing Pathway (Klein High) GIS Surveying (Klein Collins) HVAC (Klein Cain) ** Application process required : https://www.promise2purpose.net/

And the Beginning Of… GPA.. credits…class rank…final exams…serious planning for the future… BUT WAIT.... Athletic games… performances… Friday nights… driver’s licenses… wheels… part-time jobs... paychecks… shopping… Homecoming… and PROM!!!

No schedule changes after 3:00 PM Remember! Don’t overload 9th grade schedule - 7 period day! Consider extracurricular activities when selecting classes See your 8th Grade counselor to make schedule changes Schedule change deadlines will be strictly adhered to! No schedule changes after 3:00 PM June 7, 2018