1. Individual Academic Career Planning for Ninth Graders
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Individual Academic Career Planning for Ninth Graders

2. Know Your Graduation Plan
Know your graduation requirements & keep your 4 year plan up to date

3. AISD Prescribed Graduation Plan
Complete the Distinguished Level of Achievement Plan + Endorsement(s)
Complete and pass the FIVE required EOC Exams

4. HB 5-Distinguished Level of Achievement Grad Plan
Graduation Plan Selection
I plan to meet high school graduation requirements according to the following plan: 
HB 5-Distinguished Achievement Program
4 English Courses-
-English I, II, and III, & English IV/ Advanced English credit
4 Math Courses-
-Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and Advanced Math
4 Science Courses-
-Biology, IPC or Chemistry, plus another 2 Advanced Sciences
4 Social Studies Courses-
-World Geography, World History, U.S. History, ½ Econ, ½ Govt.
2 Credits of Language Other than English –
-French, Spanish, or Computer Science
1 Credit of Physical Education
1 Credit of Fine Arts
0.5 Credit of Health
5.5 Electives (including 4 Endorsement electives)

5. STUDENT ASSESSMENTS End-of-Course Exam Requirements:
English I (Reading and Writing)
English II (Reading and Writing)
Biology
Algebra I
US History 5

6. What is an Endorsement ? Similar to a college major
Designed to encourage students to select an area of specialization based on their interests
Course pathways enable students to become college and career ready

7. Endorsement Options
Students will choose between one of the following five endorsement options
Arts and Humanities
Business and Industry
Multidisciplinary Studies
Public Services
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
*Students may complete more than one endorsement

8. Arts and Humanities
The Arts and Humanities endorsement is a curriculum path that allows for students to focus deeply on courses related to fine arts, English literature, foreign languages, and social studies.

9. Business and Industry
The Business and Industry endorsement is a curriculum path that allows students to focus deeply on courses directly related to the business field.

10. Multidisciplinary
The Multidisciplinary endorsement allows for students to study a wide range of curriculum sets.
Complete Foundation Plan and general endorsement requirements including one of the following:
A total of 4 credits from any endorsement area. It does not need to be a coherent sequence.
A total of 4 credits from AP level or Dual Credit courses.
A total of 4 credits in each of the 4 core subject areas, including Algebra II, English IV, Chemistry and/or Physics.

11. Public Services
The Public Services endorsement is a curriculum path that allows students to focus deeply on courses directly related to the public service field, including the education field and government.
Complete Foundation Plan and general endorsement requirements, including:
A total of 4 credits in Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC 1-4)
A coherent sequence of 4 or more credits in Education and Training:
Child Development
Instructional Practices in Education (2 credits)
Practicum in Education and Training (2 credits)

12. STEM
The STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) endorsement is a curriculum path that allows a student to focus deeply on courses related to science, technology, engineering, and math.

13. Endorsement Form

14. Course Contract

15. All 10th graders will take 8 classes
English II
Geometry or Algebra II (if Geometry was completed)
Chemistry or IPC
World History
Choose 4 more classes:
- Language other than English
- PE or Athletics
- Fine Art (s)
- Career Technology Education Classes
- Other Elective(s)

16. Selecting Appropriate Courses for Next Year
Academics:
Review your 4 Year Plan/Endorsement
Ask for teacher recommendation
Share your plans with your parents
Are you committed to the work load?
EOC Scores
Know the campus deadline for changes
Electives:
Match electives to career interests/endorsement
Change of Mind Deadline is June 8th!!
Schedule your plans so that progress towards them can be monitored. Break up larger plans into discrete milestones so that you can track progress.

17. Sophomore Year To Do List
Keep your attendance & grades up
Take challenging courses
Participate in activities & develop leadership skills
Explore college options
Research careers and college majors you might like
Review your 4-year plan
Explore Career & Technical Education Courses
Plan meaningful activities for the summer
Start a college savings account
Create a portfolio

18. You don’t have to handle everything alone! We’re here to help!
Stress & Anxiety
Stress is natural. It is a part of every day life, and everyone experiences it.
If you or a friend are experiencing these symptoms of stress or anxiety, don’t hesitate to seek help. Talk to an adult about it.
Difficulty concentrating
Increased worrying
Trouble completing tasks on time
Increased agitation
Tension/ Tight muscles
Headaches
Limited sleep
Poor eating habits
You don’t have to handle everything alone! We’re here to help!

19. Helpful tips managing stress
Set attainable goals
Get about 9 hours of sleep daily
Organize your time accordingly
Exercise or walk at least 30 minutes a day
Don’t procrastinate
Have a positive mind set
Take breaks & do something that relaxes you
Surround yourself with people that care for you
Don’t overwhelm yourself with courses and activities
Seek help from an adult

20. Where to Go for Help
Speak with your teachers if you have questions about your class or grades.
Your counselors are available to help with both school concerns and personal issues.
Your AP can help if someone is bothering you, bothering a friend, or if you are having problems with attendance.

21. Four Year Planning English I English II W. Geo English III English IV
Graduation Program Planning
SUBJECT AREAS
9th
10th
11th
12th
English (4.0)
English I
Academic & Pre- AP
 
English II
English III
Academic, AP, & On-Ramps
English IV
Academic, AP, & Dual Enrollment
Social Studies (4.0)
W. Geo
W. History
Academic & AP
US History
Govt. & Econ
Academic, AP, & Dual Enrollment (Govt. Only)
Mathematics (4.0)
Algebra I Geometry
Algebra II
Advanced Math
Alg I/Geom
Academic, Pre- AP, & Double Block (Alg I Only)
Geom/Alg II
Alg II/
PreCal or AQR
Academic, Pre- AP (Alg II & Pre- Cal), UT On-Ramps (Pre- Cal)
Pre Cal or AQR/Adv. Math
Academic, Pre- AP (PreCal), UT On-Ramps (PreCal & Stats), AP (Calculus)
Science (4.0)
Biology IPC
Chemistry Physics
Biology
Chem or IPC
Academic & Pre- AP (Chem Only)
Chem/ Physics/ Adv. Science
Academic, Pre- AP
Adv. Science
(All require Chem)
Credit Check!
Record the credits you earned in the first semester and expect to earn in second semester.
Failing?
If you are not going to earn credit for a required class you are taking this year (for example: English I, Algebra I, World Geography, Biology), you will need to recover it in your 10th, 11th or 12th grade.

22. Advanced Math Options Advanced Quantitative Reasoning
Pre-Calculus (Academic or Pre-AP)
UT On Ramps Precalculus
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
UT OnRamps Statistics
*If you are unsure which math course to take next year, get a recommendation from your math teacher.

23. Advanced Science Options
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
AP Physics C
Aquatic Science
Advance Animal Science
Engineering Design and Problem-Solving
Anatomy and Physiology
Medical Microbiology/Pathophysiology
Advanced Biotechnology
Science Research and Design I and II
AP Environmental Science
*Please speak to your science teacher about which science course to take next year.

24. Four Year Planning SUBJECT AREAS 9th 10th 11th 12th
PE or Equivalent (1.0)
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Language Other Than English (2.0)
Fine Arts (1.0)
Health (.5) 
Endorsement Electives (4.0)
Additional Electives (1.5)

25. Make sure you turn in your endorsement form.
Thank You!