1. Appoquinimink High School Preview Night November 19, 2013 6:30 PM

2. Welcome Address & Introductions Gayle Rutter Principal of AHS Welcome Class of 2018!

3. Ninth Grade Academy Keisha Brinkley 9 th Grade Administrator Mission: To provide a supportive environment for 9th grade students that fosters academic, career and personal growth

4. Ninth Grade Academy Goals Successful transition from middle school to high school Increase the promotion rate to 10th grade Improve communication between students, parents and teachers

5. Ninth Grade Academy Some Highlights CORE classes located in the 9th Grade Academy Hallways Academically rigorous education that maintains high expectations for all students Careful monitoring of student performance Frequent contact between school and parents Interventions for struggling students Recognition of accomplishments

6. The Scheduling Process High School counselors will visit middle schools in our district in the coming months: – Distribute course selection materials – Present scheduling information – Discuss the transition from middle school to high school – Answer questions

7. Graduation Requirements CourseUnits of Credit English4 Social Studies4 Mathematics4 Science3 World Languages2 Career Pathway3 Electives3.5 Physical Education1 Health0.5 Senior Project0.5 Student Success Plan0.5

8. World Languages American Sign Language Chinese French Japanese Spanish

9. Career Pathway A planned program of sequenced or specialized courses designed to develop knowledge and skills in a particular career area 3 credits in a Career Pathway are required for graduation The Career Pathway is not a life- long career choice and may not necessarily be something a student would like to pursue following graduation from high school

10. The Career Pathways Academic – Humanities – Math/Science Technology AgriScience – Animal Science – Plant & Horticultural Science Allied Health (starts in 10 th grade) Business, Finance & Marketing Education – Accounting – Banking Services – Marketing Management Computer Science Family & Consumer Science – Early Childhood Education – Clothing & Textiles – Nutrition & Culinary Arts

11. Career Pathways JDG- Jobs for Delaware Graduates JROTC- Military Science Performing Arts – Instrumental Music – Theatre Arts – Vocal Music Technology Education – Drafting & Design – Graphic Design & Production Visual Arts – Ceramics & Sculpture – Drawing & Painting – Photography (starts in 10 th grade)

12. Course Level Offerings College Preparatory Courses (CP) – 9 th - 12 th grade Honors Courses – 9 th – 12 th grade Advanced Placement (AP) – 10 th – 12 th grade Dual Enrollment – 12 th grade

13. Advanced Placement Designed to challenge students who demonstrate a consistent record of outstanding achievement Students may earn advanced standing and/or college credit as determined by the institution for which you are seeking admission Students interested in taking an AP course in 10 th grade need to inform the counselor during his/her scheduling meeting

14. Dual Enrollment Seniors may elect to take approved college level courses for both high school and college credit Courses are offered through the University of Delaware and Delaware Technical & Community College

15. Vocational Student Organizations Business Professionals of America (BPA) Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) Family, Career & Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) The National FFA Organization Technical Student Association (TSA)

16. Clubs and Organizations Student Council American Sign Language Book Club Computer Club Chinese Club French Connection Travel Club Math League Model UN National Honor Society Paintball Club ROTC Drill Team Science Olympiad Special Olympics The Spectrum: GSEA Writing Club Yearbook Japanese Club

17. Music Program Chorus Band Orchestra

18. Athletics Fall SeasonWinter SeasonSpring Season FootballBasketballBaseball CheerleadingCheerleadingSoftball Soccer (Boys)WrestlingSoccer (Girls) VolleyballIndoor TrackTrack & Field Field HockeySwimmingLacrosse Cross CountryTennis Golf

19. Athletics cont. A sports information night will be held over the summer for fall sports and prior to each sports season Tryouts for fall sports will start in mid-August In order to participate in athletics, a completed DIAA physical form must be on file with the school nurses before tryouts! Physicals must be completed after April 1 st http://www.doe.k12.de.us/infosuites/students_family/diaa/files/diaa_physicaleval.pdf

20. Activity Tables & Tours Please visit the Commons for tours and to view Clubs, Sports, CORE Academic & Pathway displays Find the Jaguar

21. Questions & Answers Counselors and Administrators will be available in the commons to answers any questions