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Understanding Components of High School Success PARENT NIGHT Fall 2013
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Principal : Lisa Drabing Associate Principal: Brian Johnson Assistant Principals : Exploration: Alan Corman Green: Belinda Zoet Global: Amy Wallace Humanities: Wes Solomon Counselors: Exploration: Caren Barnes Global: Lisa Mosely Green: Tim Hurlbert Humanities: Kim Young
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Graduation Requirements House Bill 5 Assessment (TAKS/STAAR) GPA, Class Rank PSAT, SAT, ACT College Overview NHS Home Access Center Calendar Events Q & A Tonight’s Topics
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House Bill 5 Allows greater flexibility through the Foundation High School Program (FHSP) with endorsements Reduces EOC requirements: Algebra 1, Biology, US History, English 1 (Reading & Writing), & English 2 (Reading & Writing)
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What happened to the old graduation plans? Students currently in 9 th, 10 th, and 11th grade may graduate on the graduation plans now in place (RHSP, DAP) or may choose the FHSP. Students entering high school is 2014-2015 are required to be on the new Foundations plans. The current plans will be phased out over time.
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FHSP + Distinguished To earn the distinguished level of achievement, students must complete: The FHSP An endorsement Algebra II
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FHSP with Endorsements With few exceptions, ALL students will be required to earn an endorsement in one of the following areas: 1. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) 2. Business and Industry 3. Public Services 4. Arts and Humanities 5. Multidisciplinary Studies
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When Considering FHSP… Think about the student’s chosen pathway Which science and math courses will be needed? Think about which college/university the student plans to attend Which science and math courses are required for admission and/or chosen major Endorsement details will be finalized by the end of the 2013-2014 school year
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District Graduation Policy Students must complete all required coursework in order to participate in the graduation ceremony. Students must also pass the Exit Level TAKS or STAAR requirements to receive a diploma.
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On-Level Classes – College Readiness Pre-Ap/AP/Dual – College Credit Potential
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Rigorous College Content – approved by College Board Higher Grade Point Scale (5.0 vs. 6.0) College Credit potential (verify through university website or College board) AP Exams, May 2014 Payment plan options $90 per test; a reduced price for Free/Reduced lunch Student will register online early 2 nd semester
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More rigorous Tests on specific subject area: Current English, Science, Social Studies & Math Minimum score each year required When: Retakes are in December Weeks of March 31 st & May 5
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TESTING Exit Level TAKS Retests for seniors: The week of October 21 st ELA – 21 ST Math – 22 nd Science – 23 rd SS – 24 th
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Semesters & Credits Treat semesters like the end of the year Semester average determines credit .5 credit per semester class Semester average is on your permanent record Semester Averaging – average of both semesters to determine final credit- (failing grade will still show on transcript)
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GPA & Class Rank GPA - Grade Point Average (Example: 3.62) Shows personal performance 4.0 and 5.0 scale shown on transcript 5.0 scale reflects Honors classes Class Rank Shows comparison to other students based on GPA 9th grade is important Example: Graduating Class of 2012 – 399 Top 10% - 1 – 39 - Top 20% - 1 – 79
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Must conference with the counselor to obtain an application- only courses beyond grad requirements may be taken Pass/Fail Must submit the application with all appropriate signatures no later than one week after receiving the report for the 9 week marking period. You cannot ask for the grade once this has been applied for and accepted You will receive grades on progress reports and report cards for eligibility purposes Will receive a P (Pass) or F (Fail) for the semester grade on transcripts
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Credit Options Humble ISD Summer School On Campus credit recovery Grad- Night School (seniors) Texas Virtual School Texas Tech Correspondence Course- $175 per course (http://www.depts.ttuedu/ode/ec2k/heading.asp) Texas Tech Credit by exam- $40 per course Retrieval- 70% Acceleration- 90%
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TESTING REASONS TO TAKE PSAT College readiness preparation Experience gained for entrance exam, SAT Opportunity for scholarships Juniors may qualify for National Merit program announced in September 2012 District pays for all 10 th graders. The cost for juniors is $15.00. The date of the test is Wednesday, October 16. Juniors register online at www.aptestservice.com/kphs by Sept 27th www.aptestservice.com/kphs
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TESTING COLLEGE ENTRANCE SAT and/or ACT- all parts required SAT II’s (Subject Tests) required for some programs and elite schools TSI Assessments- college readiness test Exemptions include SAT, ACT, exit level TAKS Upcoming dates: SAT - Oct. 5/Nov. 2/Dec. 7 ACT – Oct. 26/Dec. 14 443874 – School Code
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www.collegeboard.com Create account: My College Quickstart Practice for SAT Sign up for SAT View PSAT Score Report identifies focus areas needed for the SAT Find career interests Research colleges
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Create account Practice for ACT Sign up for ACT Research colleges Find career interests
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College Room Located in the Library By appointment College Armed Forces Testing Scholarship Financial Aid Counseling Office Manager: Celia.Herbst@humble.k12.tx.us
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JUNIOR COLLEGE ENTRANCE These are placement tests which may be used by TX Community Colleges and Junior Colleges in lieu of SAT/ACT TSI TAKS (English & Math)
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Top Ten Percent Bill Students ranking in the top 10% of their class are automatically admitted to any public university in Texas ( UT’s cap is 7%) Complete application requirements by the university’s deadline Enroll in college no more than two years after graduating from high school
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College Admission Terms Early Decision – A binding commitment to attend the college if you are accepted. Early Action/Notification – Simply applying early so you will receive acceptance notification early – no commitment to attend. Rolling Admission – Apply and usually receive an admission decision within four to six weeks
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Off to college…where to go? Generally recommended that students apply to 3 – 5 colleges. Select a “dream” (reach) school that may be a stretch. Select at least one ( safe) “sure thing”. Select 2 – 3 schools in between. A college should fit the student academically, personally, and socially. Be realistic! Ideally, have all applications completed by Thanksgiving
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Online Career Exploration Program Students will: participate in easy interests and skills inventories choose their career cluster create and update their own portfolio explore over 900 career profiles parents and students get access to information about more than 7,000 colleges and technical schools build graduation plans aligned with their career clusters build resumes, practice job search and interviewing skills, and do much more…
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Senior Conferences Graduation Plan Transcript Evaluation State credits earned Successful completion of courses GPA Testing Info College Application Process College Choices Intended Major/Career Choice Letters of recommendation Financial Aid Websites/Resources
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Students who think they might want to join NHS should start planning for it now Students can apply for NHS in 10 th grade (second semester) They can also apply as juniors and seniors They must have a 4.0 GPA, less than 2 Saturday classes, and all the required leadership and service points For more information see the NHS website or contact Amy Wallace Tutoring: Tuesday and Thursday from 3-4 PM & Monday from 6-7 PM in room 1608 National Honor Society
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Home Access Center Go to KPHS Website humbleisd.net/kphs Click on Parents Click on HAC Problems with access Contact: Luisa.rodriguez@ Luisa.rodriguez@ humble.k12.tx.us humble.k12.tx.us
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Communication Teacher or Staff Website and Email Go to KPHS Website Click on Teacher Websites
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Join the PTSA email for: Announcements Alerts News Deadlines KPHS Happenings email: KPHSPTSA@aol.com
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Important Dates October 9, 2013 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM Humble ISD College Fair Humble Civic Center October 16, 2013 PSAT November 25-29Thanksgiving Dec 18-20, 2013 Final exams January 7, 2013Second Semester Begins May 24, 2013Graduation
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