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1 Orientation for Parents: January 2017
You’re about to become a Memorial Spartan!!! Orientation for Parents: January 2017 1

2 What we’ll do today: Learn about graduation requirements.
Learn about elective classes. Explore our clubs & sports. Give you your registration materials. Answer your questions. 2

3 Your Job = Graduation! It’s all about earning 22 credits. 3

4 You earn a credit when... 1. Attend class everyday;
2. Do the work; and 3. Earn a passing grade. If you don’t pass the class then you don’t get the credit! 4

5 Want to play sports??? You must:
Attend your classes everyday; Do your daily work; 3. Earn a passing grade. If you’re not passing, …you’re not playing. 5

6 High School Graduation Requirements
22 total credits: 4 credits of English 3 credits of Social St 3 credits of Math 3 credits of Science 1.5 credits of Phy. Ed. .5 credit of Health 1 credit of Humanities ( world language, visual arts, music, and/or theater) 6

7 Grade 9 Requirements English 1 U. S. History Integrated Science
Math (Gr. 8 teacher will recommend) One semester of Physical Education One and one half credit of electives, … (You can take more if you want to.) 7

8 Grade 9 “Honors” Opportunities:
English 1 Honors U.S. History Honors Integrated Science Honors Honors Math 8

9 See handouts for suggested guidelines.
Is Honors right for me? See handouts for suggested guidelines. 9

10 A caution about selecting an “Honors section”
Changes to a different level will only be made in extreme situations and only if class size allows; Success is about a manageable overall load. 10

11 What Will a Typical Grade 9 Daily Schedule Look Like?
Period Starts at: Semester #1 Semester #2 1 8:14 English 1 2 9:13 US History 3 10:11 Science 4 11:09 *Phy. Ed. *Half year elective* Lunch 12 5 12:50 Math 6 1:44 *Elective 7 2:42 11

12 Big Decision: Do I need a Study Hall?
As you decide about a study hall, think about these things— Homework average of 1-2 hours each school night School sports/clubs/activities take time! Balance school, home, friends, health. Are you taking Music? World Language? The 7 Week Drop Policy Tutoring? 12

13 Plan how you will fill those five * empty spots.
Period Starts at: Semester #1 Semester #2 1 8:14 English 1 2 9:13 US History 3 10:11 Science 4 11:09 *Phy. Ed. *Half year elective* Lunch 12 5 12:50 Math 6 1:44 *Elective 7 2:42 13

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15 When you choose an elective, remember that …
Some classes are full year classes. half year classes. 15

16 Don’t Miss “Electives Discovery Night” on Tuesday, January 31st!
Visit all electives departments! It’s your best way to choose your electives! Tuesday, January 31st 7 PM at Memorial (Please arrive at 6:50pm) 16

17 Which grade 9 Electives will you choose?
ART BUSINESS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MARKETING FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE MUSIC SCIENCE SOCIAL STUDIES TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING WORLD LANGUAGE

18 Technology and Engineering
Wood Fabrication 1 & 2 Home Maintenance & Improvement Intro to Engineering (PLTW) Design and Drafting Outdoor Power Equipment Technology Auto 18

19 Art Art Experiences ComputerArt: Illustration
ComputerArt: Digital Imagery ComputerArt: Animation ComputerArt: Video Production Drawing 1 and 2 Ceramic&Sculpture 1 and 2 Painting 1 Art Metal & Glass: 1 & 2 Photography 1 & 2 Fashion Design – Clothing Construction Art 19

20 Business & Info Technology
Intro to Business and Marketing Innovation Zone 1 Career Exploration Digital Technologies Bits and Bytes Intro to Programming Business Technologies 20

21 World Languages Chinese French German Spanish 21

22 Family & Consumer Education
Culinary Basics Fashion & Sewing Parenting and Children Health Science Occupations 22

23 Marketing Marketing and Sales Advertising and Social Media 23

24 Music Concert Band I Concert Band II Concert Orchestra Jazz Ensemble
Chorale Guitar I and 2 24

25 Science Principles of Biomedical Sciences 25

26 Social Studies US Ethnic Studies 26

27 Use the The Curriculum Guide!
Pages : Frequently asked questions: credits, youth options, 4 year plan, colleges, tech schools, AP information, transcripts. Pages 12-73: Course descriptions. 27

28 Let’s start to fill out the yellow cards.
Pencils only, please. Print carefully. Print your name on the card right now. 28

29 How To Complete the Yellow Course Selection Card:
CREDIT COURSE # COURSE NAME 1.0 (CIRCLE ONE) ENG1010 Eng 1020 (CIRCLE ONE) ENGLISH 1 ENGLISH 1 HONORS SOC1010 SOC 1030 U S HISTORY 1 U S HISTORY HONORS SCI 6040 SCI 6050 INTEGRATED SCIENCE INTEGRATED SCIENCE HONORS MAT 1010 MAT 1020 MAT 2020 ALGEBRA 1 ALGEBRA 1 HONORS GEOMETRY HONORS .5 PHY1013 PHYSICAL ED 1 Sign. 29

30 Talk With Your Parent, Then Circle Which Required Classes You’ll Take:
Sign. CREDIT COURSE # COURSE NAME 1.0 ENG1010 Eng 1020 (CIRCLE ONE) ENGLISH 1 ENGLISH 1 HONORS SOC1010 SOC 1030 (CIRCLE ONE) U S HISTORY U S HISTORY HONORS SCI 6040 SCI 6050 INTEGRATED SCIENCE INTEGRATED SCIENCE HONORS MAT 1010 MAT 1020 MAT 2020 ALGEBRA 1 ALGEBRA 1 HONORS GEOMETRY HONORS .5 PHY1013 PHYSICAL ED 1 30

31 Then list your electives in the blank spaces:
CREDIT COURSE # COURSE NAME 1.0 ENG1010 Eng 1020 (CIRCLE ONE) ENGLISH 1 ENGLISH 1 HONORS SOC1010 SOC 1030 (CIRCLE ONE) U S HISTORY U S HISTORY HONORS SCI 6040 SCI 6050 INTEGRATED SCIENCE INTEGRATED SCIENCE HONORS MAT 1010 MAT 1020 MAT 2020 ALGEBRA 1 ALGEBRA 1 HONORS GEOMETRY HONORS .5 PHY1013 PHYSICAL ED 1 Sign. Then list your electives in the blank spaces: Please also circle your electives on the back of the card 31

32 Talk with all of your teachers about your selections.
We would like your math teacher’s signature next to your math choice to show whether they agree with your selection. Sign. CREDIT COURSE # COURSE NAME 1.0 ENG1010 Eng 1020 (CIRCLE ONE) ENGLISH 1 ENGLISH 1 HONORS SOC1010 SOC 1030 (CIRCLE ONE) U S HISTORY U S HISTORY HONORS SCI 6040 SCI 6050 INTEGRATED SCIENCE INTEGRATED SCIENCE HONORS MAT 1010 MAT 1020 MAT 2020 ALGEBRA 1 ALGEBRA 1 HONORS GEOMETRY HONORS .5 PHY1013 PHYSICAL ED 1 32

33 Completing the card correctly:
Course code is 3 letters and 4 numbers: such as “ENG1010” Math teacher should initial your math class selection. Sign with your parent in the grey box. If not going to Memorial next year, tell us! 33

34 How many credits should I take?
Minimum: 6.0 Maximum: 7.0 Most students need a study hall. What other commitments do you have? Don’t overstress yourself. 34

35 After you do a good job of choosing classes, there is one more really important thing to do …
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36 Promise yourself: …that you will join at least one club or one sport during the first semester!!! Look at these choices … 36

37 Extra Curriculars: Athletics
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Gymnastics Hockey Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Track Volleyball Wrestling Cheerleading Pom Pon Ultimate Frisbee 37

38 Want to play sports??? You must:
Attend your classes everyday; Do your daily work; 3. Earn a passing grade. If you’re not passing, …you’re not playing. 38

39 Extra Curricular: Clubs
Music/Drama/Dance: Pep Band Drama Forensics Stage Crew Dance Club Bag Up (HipHop) Jazz Band Jazz Singers Academic Clubs: Math Team National Honor Society French Honor Society Spanish Honor Society/Club ASPIRA Science Olympiad MATC Pre-Collegiate 39

40 Extra Curricular: Clubs
Student Newspapers: Sword & Shield The Independent Community Service Clubs: Spartan Youth Service Amnesty International Peer Tutoring School Store Athletic Booster Club Environmental Club T.A.T.U. Interact Club Yearbook: --The Olympian Creative Writing: -- Pressions 40

41 Extra Curricular: Clubs
Student Government: -- 9th Grade Class Councils -- Neighborhoods Council More Student Leadership Groups: Black Student Union Gay/Straight Alliance -- Asian Council Latinos Unidos K.I.T.S 41

42 Extra Curricular: Clubs
Captains Club Chess Club Chinese Club Computer Club DECA (Marketing) Environmental Club Fencing Club HOSA International Club Mock Trial Model U.N. Anime’ Club Pancake Club Memorial Bikers Young Republicans Young Democrats Bowling Club Rock Climbing Club Seinfeld Club Dr. Who Club Ultimate Frisbee Table Tennis Ski Team Ski Club 42

43 “Spartan 101” Summer Class
-a summer class that helps you learn the habits and skills you’ll need to do well in high school! -Book through MSCR.ORG 43

44 “Spartan 101” Summer Class
Activities Covering: -time management -backyard/neighborhood structure -literacy skill development -extra-curricular options -Upperclassmen explaning academic support opportunities Variety of fun activities that promote: -team building -meeting new friends -making the transition to high school less stressful. 44

45 Wanna see something else cool? 45

46 Can you earn a spot in Memorial’s National Honor Society?
Reach these three goals by junior year: Earn a “B” average or better, Do some community service, Be a good citizen.  46

47 What will my first day be like?
Be sure to pick up your schedule in August. On the first day, Spartan Mentors and your teachers will show you around and answer all of your questions. 47

48 What to do now: Talk it over with your parent(s)/guardian(s).
Choose your elective(s). Get all the necessary signatures. Turn in your course-request card when your counselor directs you to. 48

49 Don’t Miss “Electives Discovery Night” on Tuesday, January 31st!
Visit all electives departments! It’s your best way to choose your electives! Tuesday, January 31st 7 PM at Memorial (Please arrive at 6:50pm) 49

50 Thanks!!! Best wishes to the class of 2021 from the Memorial
9th Grade Support Team! 50


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