1. Atascocita High School
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Atascocita High School
8th Grade Night
Class of 2022
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3. Graduation Plans 26 total credits FHSP w/ Endorsement(s)
DLA w/ Endorsement(s)
4 English (English I, English II, English III, and advanced English)
4 Math (including Algebra I and Geometry)
4 Science (including Biology and a Lab Science)
3 Social Studies (W. Geography or W. History, US History, Gov’t, and Econ)
PE (1 credit)
Fine Art (1 credit)
Foreign Language (2 credits of the same language)
Electives (7 credits)
Meet all the requirements of the FHSP with Endorsement
Complete Algebra II as one of the required math credits
NOTE:
Elective choices will be dependent upon the endorsement the student is seeking.
Some endorsements will require more core class completions.
26 total credits

4. Endorsements The purpose of the FHSP graduation plans is to….
Instill flexibility in public education by enabling students to either pursue a traditional path into colleges and universities or move directly into the workforce (ex. Welding, Cosmetology certifications)
An endorsement is similar to a college major
Students can earn an endorsement in one of the following areas:
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
Business and Industry
Public Services
Arts and Humanities
Multidisciplinary Studies

6. Bridges will be open until February 16th
Endorsements
The Humble ISD High School Planning Guide is your best resource for the course descriptions.
Available on Bridges.com or the AHS website
Bridges will be open until February 16th

8. Why are students being guided to choose a career pathway?

10. Languages Other Than English (2 credits required)
Choose from the following languages offered at AHS:
Spanish
French
Latin
American Sign Language (ASL)
** ASL is not offered to 9th graders, students can choose to take ASL starting in 10th grade
Must take 2 years of the SAME language
Ex: Spanish 1 & Spanish 2

13. Courses for Next Year
Check your student’s course selections in Bridges now.
Bridges will close for course selection on Friday, February 16, 2018.
Students will receive course verifications this spring on their middle school campus.

14. Required State Assessments
In addition to earning required credits, all students must meet at least the Level Two standard on 5 End-Of-Course exams to meet graduation requirements.
English I
English II
Algebra I
Biology
U.S. History
EOCs listed in bold are typically taken during the freshman year, depending on the student’s schedule.

18. Stay tuned… FLIGHT SCHOOL FISH CAMP
Important dates will be announced as soon as the new district calendar is released. Check the AHS website for updated information about:
FLIGHT SCHOOL
All AHS students are strongly encouraged to attend to turn in annual registration paperwork, check student course lists, receive student IDs and textbooks, and receive free tardy passes!
FISH CAMP
Freshmen are invited to attend Fish Camp to learn more about AHS, take a campus tour, and meet their classmates. Pre-registration will be required and can be completed on the website once dates have been announced.

19. 8th Grade Night Interest Sessions
SELECT 3 SESSIONS
STEM (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH) PAC
BUSINESS & INDUSTRY RED LGI
ARTS & HUMANITIES ROOM 1204
PUBLIC SERVICE WHITE LGI
ADVANCED ACADEMICS BLUE LGI
SURVIVING & THRIVING IN 9TH GRADE GOLD LGI
VISIT THE CAFETERIA FOR INFORMATION ON:
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION & CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
VISIT THE LIBRARY FOR INFORMATION ON:
SPECIAL SERVICES PROGRAMMING