1. Planning for 9th Grade & Beyond

2. Please enter the url below if you would like access to this presentation
It’s a capital O not a zero
Please feel free to read articles written by students in the Newswriting class. The are articles about some of your elective options
Restrooms are located in A-Building

3. Contact Info
Counselors
Trevor Teraoka
Melanie Kim
Susan Arashiro & Sandra Yoshida
College & Career
Administration
Mitchell Otani: Principal
Matt Wong: Vice Principal

4. Agenda Classes & Registration Math Science Electives Program changes
Promotion
Graduation Requirements
Honors Recognition
Suggestions (what to do when)
Roadblocks to success
Questions?

5. Required Classes for the 9th Grade
English
English Language Arts 9
Social Studies
Modern History of Hawaii (1st Semester) & Participation in Democracy (2nd Semester)
Transition to High School (1st Semester)
Physical Education (2nd Semester)
PE Lifetime Fitness

6. Math Algebra 1 If you are not taking Algebra 1 at KMS
You will also be enrolled in Math Workshop
Geometry
If you earn a C or higher in Algebra 1 at KMS, you will be placed in Geometry

7. Math Sequence

8. Integrated Science
Integrated Science is a laboratory course that integrates major concepts of the Scientific Method, Biology and Chemistry.
It is suggested that students who are unsure of their future career and/or do not plan to pursue a career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) consider taking Integrated Science
You would be enrolled in Biology as a 10th Grade Student

9. Biology
Honors Biology is an accelerated college preparatory course for students planning science-related careers. Topics investigated: life processes, unity and diversity among organisms, biochemistry, microbiology, organisms and populations, relationships between structure and function, relationships between organisms and their biological and physical environments, environmental adaptations, classification, reproduction, genetics, and evolution. Emphasis is on developing a deep understanding of concepts and science as a process, recognizing unifying themes that integrate and apply critical thinking to environmental and social concerns, mathematical formulation of principles, and use laboratory experience to clarify principles of biology. Students should be willing and able to work hard. It is highly recommended that student be enrolled in geometry and/or recommended by middle school science teacher.

10. Science Classes High School Diploma Academic or STEM Honors
3 credits required: Biology + 2 other science courses
Academic or STEM Honors
4 credits required: Biology + 3 other science courses
Honors Bio & Honors Chemistry highly recommended for students who are considering taking AP Bio or AP Chem
Grade 9 Integrated Science
Grade 9 Honors Biology
Grade 10 Biology
Required Science Credit
End of Course Exam Administered
Grade 10 Honors Chemistry (concurrent enrollment in Algebra 2) or
Chemistry
Grade 11 (Recommended Courses)
Marine Science
Grade 11 Physics
Grade 11 AP Chem or AP Bio or AP Physics
Grade 12 (Optional)
Physics or Marine or Human Physiology
Grade 12
Required for Academic or STEM Honors
AP Chem or AP Bio or AP Physics or Human Physiology
Suggested sequence is only a recommendation.
Students may take any science course as long as prerequisites are met.

11. Electives Chorus 1 General Art 1 Creative Dance 1 Drawing & Painting 1
Piano 1
Chinese 1
German 1
Japanese 1
Japanese 2
Spanish 1
Computer Programming
ESOL 1
Newswriting 1
General Art 1
Drawing & Painting 1
Intro to Business
Ind & Eng Tech Core
Natural Resources
Band 1
Orchestra 1
Polynesian Music 1

12. Course descriptions
Manual of Studies to be handed out with registration cards
See manual of studies on Kalani’s website under the “Admissions” tab
Student Articles on elective options are available on:

13. Reasons for switching classes
Incorrect placement (Geometry without Algebra 1)
Duplicate class (Took PE during the summer)
Teacher recommendation (You know too much to be in Japanese 1)
If you signed up for a class….it’s yours. If you fail to complete your registration card, it will be filled out for you. NO CHANGING ELECTIVES!

14. Freshmen Schedules English 9 Science (Integrated Science or Biology)
Social Studies- Participation in Democracy/ Modern History of Hawaii
Math (Algebra 1 or Geometry)
Math Workshop (Paired with Algebra 1) or Elective (If enrolled in Geometry)
Transition to High School/ PE Lifetime Fitness
Elective

15. Graduation Requirements
Course Requirements
Hawaii High School Diploma
English
4 credits including:
English 1 (1 credit) & English 2 (1 credit) and Expository Writing (0.5 credit)
Social Studies
4 credits including: US (1 credit) and World (1 credit)
Modern History of Hawaii (0.5 credit) & Participation in a Democracy (0.5 credit)
Math
3 credits including:
Algebra 1 (1 credit) and Geometry (1 credit)
Science
Biology (1 credit) and Laboratory Science electives (2 credits)
Physical Education
1 credit
Health
0.5 credit
Personal Transition Plan
Electives
6 credits
Required Electives
2 credits in one of the specified programs of study
World Language (2 credits in a single World Language),
Fine Arts (2 credits in single Fine Arts discipline – Visual, Music, or Dance) or
Career & Tech Education (CTE) (2 credits in single career pathway)
TOTAL
24 credits

16. Promotion Requirements
Grade 9 to Grade credits
Grade 10 to Grade credits
Grade 11 to Grade credits

17. Honors Recognition Certificate Requirements
Academic Honors 
CTE Honors
STEM Honors
Grade Point Average
Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
4 credits of Math
(4th credit beyond Algebra 2)
4 credits of Science
2 credits minimum in AP/IB/College Credit
(e.g., Running Start)
Completes program of study
(2-3 courses in sequence)
Earn a B or better in each required program of study course
Complete one of the following:
Meet or exceed proficiency on performance-based assessment
Earn at least 70% on end-of-course assessment
Earn a nationally recognized certificate
Earn a passing score on a Dual Credit Articulated program of study assessment
STEM capstone/STEM senior project
Cum Laude
3.0 – 3.5
Magna Cum Laude
Summa Cum Laude
3.8+ or higher

18. Academic Honors
4 credits of Math: The 4th credit beyond Algebra 2 must be earned via a combination of the following half-credit courses (or equivalent IB math courses): Algebra 3, Trigonometry, Analytic Geometry, Precalculus.
4 credits of Science: Of the four credits, one credit must be in Biology 1 (or equivalent IB Biology; or AP Biology courses); and the other three credits must be lab-based science credits.
Two credits minimum must be from AP/IB/Running Start courses (equivalent to credits for 2 college courses)

19. CTE Honors
Completes program of study (2-3 courses in sequence plus a state-identified specific academic course requirement).
Earn a B or better in each required program of study (coursework)
Meet or exceed proficiency on performance-based assessments for corresponding program of study
Completes one of the following written assessments for the corresponding program of study:
Earn at least 70% on each end-of-course assessment
Earn a nationally-recognized certificate
Earn a passing score on a Dual Credit Articulated Program of Study assessment

20. STEM Honors
4 credits of Math: The 4th credit beyond Algebra 2 must be earned via a combination of the following half-credit courses (or equivalent IB math courses): Algebra 3, Trigonometry, Analytic Geometry, Precalculus.
4 credits of Science: Of the four credits, one credit must be in Biology 1 (or equivalent IB Biology; or AP Biology courses); and the other three credits must be lab-based science credits.
A STEM Capstone/STEM Senior Project.

21. Valedictorian Designation
The valedictorian criteria have been approved by the Hawaii High School Principal Forum. Effective for the Class of 2016 and beyond, graduating seniors will be declared valedictorian if the following criteria are met:
GPA of 4.0; and
Earned and met the requirements of one of the Honor Recognition Certificates.
Valedictorians will be named after the third quarter of their senior year.

22. Even though it’s not required for high school, certain colleges may want….
2 foreign languages (sometimes 3)
Specific lab sciences (biology, chemistry, physics)
Fine arts credit
SAT subject tests
Advanced placement (AP)
Dual enrollment (Running Start and/or Early College)

23. Bell Schedule
Infinite Campus
Graduation Requirements
Kalani Athletics

24. GOALS!
20 Years
10 Years
5 Years
Next Year

25. Share your story What do you do? How did you get to where you are?
Occupation, duties, benefits
How did you get to where you are?
Training, promotions, education
What are your sources of income?
What are your expenses?

26. Post High School Options
Join the workforce
Continue Education
Enlist in the military
Live off of mom and dad

27. Purpose What purpose does _______ serve? What does ______ do for me?
How does ______ help me achieve my goals?

28. Roadblocks to Success Attendance Seeking help last minute
Underutilization of resources
Poor organization
Lack of homework completion
Poor study skills
Lack of purpose

29. Ways to help yourself Attend class regularly Advisory Student Assist
Check Infinite Campus regularly
Communicate regularly with teachers

30. Get Involved!

31. Clubs Athletics Leo Club Interact Club Science Olympiad Key Club
Mock Trial
HOSA
National Honor Society
Math League
CORE
Korean
Robotics
Anime
Future Farmers of America
Air Riflery
Football
Volleyball
Tennis
Soft tennis
Soccer
Softball
Basketball
Baseball
Water polo (girls)
Swimming
Golf
Bowling
Cheerleading
Paddling
Wrestling
Judo
Track
Cross country

32. Things we can’t do Force a student to do anything Ask for help
Complete a dog tag
Desire to go to college
Physically get students to class on time
Complete homework
Talk with us

33. Things we can do Help to explore their OWN goals and desires
Discuss options and pathways
Explain the benefits of higher education
Build relationships
Offer strategies and help with problem solving

34. Motivation Accept challenges Try new things
Failure is OKAY (sometimes)
Try new things
Discover passion from experiences
Seek to understand the possibilities

35. Important takeaways Start with the end in mind (Got Goals?)
How does today’s choices, impact tomorrow and beyond?
Get involved!
Volunteer, find internships, join clubs
Explore interests and opportunities
If you don’t know, ask.

36. Any Questions???

37. Upcoming Events Visit to Kaimuki Middle School
What: Kalani High School seniors will be going to KMS to give presentations on advice and important information to the students
When: April/May, exact TBD
Where: Kaimuki Middle School
Freshmen Transition Night
Who: Incoming 9th grade students & parents/guardians
When: May, Exact Date TBD
Where: Kalani High School

38. Contact Info
Counselors
Trevor Teraoka
Melanie Kim
Susan Arashiro & Sandra Yoshida
College & Career
Administration
Mitchell Otani: Principal
Matt Wong: Vice Principal