Conrad Schools of Science 2018-19 Welcome to 9th Grade! Conrad Schools of Science 2018-19

Guidance Department Counselors: Mrs. Akin – Grades 6-8 Mr. Brainard - Grades 9-12 (A-L) Mrs. Nolan – Grades 9-12 (M-Z) Mrs. McMahon – Secretary GET TO KNOW YOUR COUNSELORS! THEY PLAY A CRITICAL ROLE IN PREPARING YOU FOR THE FUTURE!

Making an Appointment In the Guidance Office Each counselor has an appointment sheet with their name on it. Students should sign up and provide a reason for their meeting. A pass will be given to your teacher to come to guidance for your appointment

Other Student Support Staff Principal: Mr. Pruitt Assistant Principals: Mr. Joseph Rappa, Mrs. Todd-Dixon Student Advisor: Mrs. Wolford School Nurse: Ms. Brown School Psychologist: Dr. Getman Educational Diagnostician: Mrs. Logullo Guidance Secretary: Mrs. McMahon

Student Success Plans (SSP) All students are required to complete an online survey regarding student skills and interests. This website has information that will help students plan and explore possible future career choices and post secondary options that fit with their interests and skills. The student-friendly website contains a great amount of information that students can utilize from anywhere with internet access.

CAREER PATHWAYS Biotechnology Biomedical Animal Science Athletic Training (2 Credits per year) Nursing (2 Credits per year) Computer Science

Graduation Requirements Red Clay requires a minimum of 24 credits. These include: English 4 credits Math 4 credits Science 3 credits Social Studies 4 credits Phys. Education 1 credit Health ½ credit Foreign Language 2 credits Career Pathway 3 credits

Promotion Policy From 9th to 10th Grade Six credits minimum are required for promotion. Three credits are very specific: English 9 Civics/Economics 1 Math Moving from one grade to the next is based on high school credits earned.

Grading System Letter grades will be used on report cards to designate student progress. A Excellent 4 Quality Points 90-100% B Very Good 3 Quality Points 80-89% C Satisfactory 2 Quality Points 70-79% D Poor 1 Quality Point 60-69% F Failure 0 Quality Points Below 60%

GPA and Class Rank The Grade Point Average is a weighted average determined by using the grades in core courses of English, social studies, math, foreign language, and AP classes. A grade of C or better in AP class receives an additional 1.5 quality points A grade of C or better in an honors course receives an additional 1 quality point Your GPA is used to determine class rank

Determine Final Course Grade Two separate categories: Courses with final exam only Courses with a mid-term and final exam Less than 0.6 F 0.6-1.49 D 1.50- 2.49 C 2.5- 3.49 B 3.5- 4.00 A

Attendance Policy School attendance is crucial for success in school. Students who are absent more than 25 days total (both excused and unexcused absences) during the school year will have their credits removed unless they make-up instructional time.

Clubs and Activities It is important and fun to get involved in the different activities available at Conrad! Students are more successful when they are involved! We have numerous clubs based on student interest, such as Student Council, sports, volunteer groups, and many more! Ask your counselor for more information or check the website!

Helpful Tips Organizational skills are crucial! Time management is important in order to balance academics and other activities. Developing study skills will help you throughout high school and beyond. Please see your counselor for any help needed in these areas. WE ARE HERE TO HELP!

Commitment to Delawareans The goal is to prepare Delaware high school students for admission to UD. Following is an “academic roadmap” that shows the courses a student must complete and the level of performance to be reasonably confident of gaining admission to the University of Delaware.

University of Delaware Commitment to Delawareans Course Requirements Years Academic Level English 4 At least college preparatory Math At least CP drawn only from algebra I, algebra II, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, pre-calculus, calculus Science At least CP, 3 of the 4 years must be drawn from chemistry, biology, and physics and all 3 must include a lab History 2 At least CP, including 1 course in world history Foreign Language 3 of same At least CP and all 3 years must be completed during 9-12 grades Social Studies At least CP and drawn from psychology, political science, government, geography, or sociology Electives 1

Additional Requirements Commitment to Delawareans Must complete at least 20 full year academic courses and at least 5 must be completed during your senior year The level must be at least CP or higher. At least 2 of these 20 must be at a level higher than CP. For example, honors or advanced placement. Among these course, no grade may be below a B- and overall cumulative GPA must be at least a B+ or higher. Must have a record of good conduct in your school and community.

We hope you enjoy being a member of the Red Wolves Family! GOOD LUCK! We hope you enjoy being a member of the Red Wolves Family!