WINSTON CHURCHILL HIGH SCHOOL 9th & 10 Grade Informational Meeting

COUNSELORS Mrs. Rodriguez (A-CHA) Ms. Martini (CHB-GAR) Mr. Sampson (GAT – KR) Mr. Cardenas (KU – OR) Ms. Garcia ( OT –RH) + AVID Mrs. Patterson–Lopez (RI-SN) + ELL Mrs. Dimaline – (SO – Z) Mrs. Fox - STAN

Promotion Policy 10 th Grade Students must have 6.0 total credits to be promoted to 10 th grade. 11 th Grade Students must have 12.0 total credits to be promoted to 11 th grade.

How Many Pre-AP Classes To Take? Individual decision Consider extra-curricular commitments Impacts class rank Seek balance while challenging yourself

Benefits of Taking Pre-AP Courses Great preparation for AP/DC classes Rigorous courses in high school better prepares students for college courses Grades are weighted 1.15 (1.29 for AP!) Colleges look for rigorous coursework

RANK IN CLASS Required graduation courses, up to a maximum of 26 credits, taken in grades 9 to 12 through the end of the 7 th semester will be used to calculate class rank. Elective courses that produce the highest weighted grade will be used to calculate rank. Class rank will be based upon a weighted grade average

Weighted Grade Averages WGPA are determined by multiplying each semester grade of a ranked course by a rank factor and computing an average. Course Level AP, GT/AP, and Dual Credit AP – 1.29 Pre AP, Honors, Dual Credit non-AP – 1.15 Regular -1.0 The WGA determines rank in class.

HONOR GRADUATES Students achieving high standards of academic excellence shall be recognized at the graduation ceremony as honor graduates based on the following criteria: Completion of the Foundations High School Program with an Endorsement and/or the Distinguished Level of Achievement Everything completed through the end of the 1 st semester of your senior year. Overall Weighted grade average of a 90 or above

HONOR GRADUATE DESIGNATIONS Summa Cum Laude – 100+ Magna Cum Laude – Cum Laude –

COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES Take AP classes and AP tests at the end of the year to earn college credit Take dual credit classes (watch for details beginning December 2015 and need to apply by early spring for next school year) Dual Credit Courses Offered US History-AP, College Algebra, English 4 AP, Advanced Theatre Need the following: Dual Credit packet, forms, TSI testing

What is Kuder? Kuder is a comprehensive internet-based educational and career planning solution for students: Assess interest, skills, and work values Create educational plans Search and compare colleges Search and compare careers Explore occupational information Develop resumes

Kuder Registration Go to Select “New User” from Login Area Select “Student”, choose grade level Click “Continue” to create your account Create “User Name” and “Password” Use chargers as Password Enter N code: N EYA Check “I have read and agree to terms and conditions of use” Click “Register” to complete process Choose “Take an Assessment”

Student Clubs and Organizations Get Involved ! Honor Societies Spirit Groups World Languages Community Service Fine Arts Student Government There are many groups/organizations to choose from

SAT Prep Trinity Princeton Review Kaplan The Tutoring Group Jewish Community Center NEISD Community Education Huntington Learning Center

Café College College Admission Assistance Financial Aid Guidance Career Exploration College Applications Workshops and One-on-One Advising SAT & ACT Prep Free Wi-Fi Phone

Go Center SAEP representative is available every Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 am- 4:30 pm Assists in college planning College Reps visit College Research Scholarship Research

Go to our website: Click on “Academics” Click on “Guidance” Click on “High School Resume Template” Building a High School Resume

Resume Tips Make it easy to read Use a chronological format List school related and non school related activities and leadership positions Include awards, honors, GPA, class rank, SAT/ACT scores Brag about yourself!

Social Studies: 4 Required courses 1- World History OR World Geography 2 - US History EOC 3 - Government (1 sem) 4 - Economics (1 sem) If a student takes a “traditional” route like... 9th World Geography 10th World History 11th US History 12thGovernment / Economics Students will develop a foundation for the US History EOC. They will get an additional endorsement for Humanities.

Important things to know... When can you drop a Pre-AP class? Course catalog posted online & found on NEISD website

Let’s Review! NEISD Students: Foundation Program with Distinguished Level of Achievement (to be eligible for the top 10%)

Graduation Requirements

Distinguished Level of Achievement 26 credits Curriculum requirements for Foundation + 1 Endorsement plus Algebra II plus an additional science course

Endorsements ●Multidisciplinary ●STEM ●Arts/Humanities ●Public Service ●Business/Industry (can be found on front of course card)

Selecting Endorsements ●NEISD has videos prepared on their website. ●Students select endorsement on course card ●Students can change endorsements based upon interest.

End of Course Exams: 9th Grade:English I, Biology, Algebra 1 10th Grade:English II 11th Grade:US History

Course Card Fill in all demographic information Select 1 endorsement and 1 program of study Write course number in left column Write name of course in blank Fill in alternates! Student & Parent sign course card

Course Card Sequence 9 th -10 th

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COURSE SELECTION PROCESS 1.Review Churchill Endorsement course list 2.Complete 4 year plan 3.Select ONE Endorsement 4.Select ONE program of study within your Endorsement 5.Attend Churchill Course Fair on January 28 at 6:00 6.PRINT your list of courses on course card 7.Print alternate courses 8.Sign and return your course card in February

Checklist Look at various college requirements Plan for using summer wisely Research majors/ careers Keep up grades Continue list of activities, honors, etc.

Student Handbooks 9 th Grade Handbook 9 th Grade Handbook 10 th Grade Handbook 10 th Grade Handbook

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