Transition to High School 8th Grade Parent Meeting Spring 2019 Class of 2023
Agenda ● Welcome ● High School Expectations/Attendance ● Graduation Requirements ● Advanced Academics ● Dual Enrollment/Dual Degree ● JBH Academy ● Assets Academy ● Four Year Planning Process
Manvel High School Counselors Enitsha Cooper (A) eallencooper@alvinisd.net ● Kushana Collier (B-Flor) kcollier@alvinisd.net ● Jamie McRae (Flow-Lop) jmcrae@alvinisd.net ● Katy Gibbs (Lor-Roc) kgibbs@alvinisd.net ● Amanda Wade (Rod-Z) awade@alvinisd.net ● Monica Silvas (ACC Academic Adv.) msilvas@alvinisd.net ● Alfredia Foster (Lead Counselor) afoster@alvinisd.net ● Beth Bartlett (Counselor Clerk) bbartlett@alvinisd.net ● Additional Support Rebecca Root Advanced Academics rsroot@alvinisd.net
● What kinds do you like learning BEGIN about? ● What is your Career Interests? WITH ● What endorsement will prep you for “Life after High School”? THE END IN MIND!!
A Day in The Life of a Manvel Maverick Students attend 7 classes each day School hours are 7:20 - 2:50 Classes are 55 minutes long 5 minute passing periods (class transitions) 3 lunch periods (A.B,C) Each student is assigned a Counselor, Assistant Principal and Attendance Clerk according to your last name
New Terms Credits Dual Enrollment Transcript End of Course Exam (EOC) Grade Point Average (GPA) Personal Graduation Plan(PGP)
Credits and Classification Classification Semester Credits Earned Freshman less than 6 credits Sophomore 6 Credits Junior 12 credits Senior 19 Credits Students earn 0.5 credit for each semester that he/she earns a 70% or above in a course (0.5 1st semester + 0.5 2nd semester = 1.0 credit for a full-year course)
Foundation High School Plan Graduation Requirements
Foundation Plan + Endorsement Credits Subject Area Distinguished Level of Achievement (DLA) 4 English (English I, English II, English III and Advanced English 4 Math (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and an Advanced Math) Must include Alg. 2 4 Science (Biology, and 3 Advanced Science credits) 3 Social Studies (W. Geo. or W. Hist., US Hist., Govt. and Econ) 2 LOTE (2 credits of Languages other than English) 1 Fine Art (Art, Choir, Band, Theater, Principles of Floral Design) 1 PE 7 Electives TOTAL 26 CREDITS Must Graduate with DLA to qualify for Top 10% Automatic Admissions
Distinguished Level of Achievement The Distinguished Level of Achievement requires: 4 credits in math including Algebra II ○ 4 credits in science ○ All Foundation High School Program requirements ○ At least one endorsement ○ To be eligible for the top 10% automatic college admissions, students must earn Distinguished Level of Achievement.
What is an Endorsement? A career pathway (in college terms it’s a major) ● An opportunity to study an area of interest prior to college ● Consists of a cohesive sequence of 4 elective courses in a selected pathway ● Student’s earned endorsements will appear on their high school transcript ● Student’s could earn more than one endorsement ● Arts & Humanities Business & Public Services S.T.E.M Multidisciplinary Industry Studies Fine Arts Agriculture Education & Training Science (5 credits) Advanced Courses Foreign Language Construction Health Science Technology (Comp. Social Studies (5 credits) Audio/Visual Arts Human Services Sci./CAD) 4 Credits in each Business, Mkt., & Cosmetology/Barbering Engineering core subject area Finance Law Enforcement Mathematics (5 credits) Hospitality & Tourism JROTC 4 Credits AP/DC Info. Tech courses Manufacturing Transportation Advanced Journalism Debate
Performance Acknowledgements A student may earn a performance acknowledgement by: Earning 12 dual credit hours with GPA 3.0 or higher ● Proficient bilingualism or biliteracy ● Earning a 3 or higher on an AP exam ● Outstanding performance on PSAT, SAT or ACT ● Earning a nationally or internationally recognized business or industry ● certification or license.
State Testing Standards ALL Students are required to take and pass five End of Course (EOC) exams to be eligible for graduation. Algebra 1, English 1, English 2, Biology, US History
Earning College Credit while in High School Students have an opportunity to earn college credits by taking AP and or Dual Credit courses. Advanced Placement Credit earned by passing AP exam. Exam scores and credit awarded varies with each university. ● Texas public universities will award credit for AP scores of 3 or higher at the discretion of the ● university. Dual Credit Offered through Alvin Community College ● Placement test required prior to enrolling in courses ● Cost = $25 per credit hour plus textbooks ● Opportunity to graduate with both high school diploma and Associate's Degree ●
What is Class GPA/Class Rank Class Rank is a way to see how your academic achievements measure up to those of your classmates. GPA stands for Grade Point Average. It is a standard way of measuring academic achievement. Each semester grade earned is assigned to a grade point depending on the grade and level of instruction of the course. (see chart on next slide)
Advanced Academics Mrs. Root - Advanced Academic Specialist
PreAP and AP Courses ● PreAP and AP Courses are open to all students - please seek advice during your 4 year plan meeting. ● Students need to complete the Pre AP/AP contract on the HS Campus Advanced Academics page if selecting these courses. ● You will not be able to request a change until weeks 7-9, and only after attending tutorials and demonstrating educational need. ● Some of the PreAP and AP courses have summer assignments - be sure to inquire before the end of the school year. ● AP courses indicate to 4 year universities that a student is prepared for the rigors of college. ● Human Geography and Computer Science Principles are the recommended introductory AP Courses for Freshmen. ● Students may be able to receive college credit with an AP Exam score of 3, 4 or 5 Please contact your JH or HS Advanced Academics Specialist with any questions . ●
PreAP and AP Course Chart 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade English PAP English 1 PAP English 2 AP English Language AP English Literature PAP Algebra 1 PAP Geometry PAP Algebra 2 PAP Pre-Calculus Math PAP Geometry PAP Algebra 2 PAP Pre-Calculus AP Calculus (AB or BC) PAP Algebra 2 PAP Pre-Calculus AP Calculus (AB or BC) AP Statistics AP Statistics Science PAP Biology PAP Chemistry AP Physics 1 AP Physics 1 AP Environmental Science AP Environmental Science AP Biology AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Chemistry AP Physics C PAP World Geography AP World History AP US History AP Government Social AP Human Geography AP European History AP Macroeconomics Studies Electives AP Computer Science AP Environmental Science AP Spanish Language All previous AP offerings Principles (with PAP Chem) AP Music Theory Please check PAP Computer Science AP Seminar AP Studio Art Prerequisites Academic Decathlon Plus all previous AP offerings AP Research AP Psychology AP Art History Plus all previous AP offerings
8TH GRADE TSI TESTING DATES MANVEL JH FEBRUARY 25, 2019 HARBY JH RODEO PALMS JH FEBRUARY 6, 2019 FAIRVIEW JH DEADLINE FOR TESTING IS APRIL 26, 2019
JBH College and Career Academy Advanced Level Career and Technology Center Certification Pathways ▪ Focus on preparing students to earn industry recognized certifications ▪ Graduate college and career ready • Automotive Technology (Dual Enrollment with ACC) • Collision Repair Rigor and Relevance • Construction Business and • Culinary Arts ▪ Dual Enrollment is available for 5 pathways Industry • Graphic Design Endorsement • HVAC through ACC • Information Technology ▪ All pathways qualify for a graduation • Veterinary Technology • Welding endorsement ▪ Pathways and certifications are based on • Barbering anticipated job growth for the surrounding • Certified Medical Assistant • Certified Nurse Assistant region source: Texas Workforce Commission • Cosmetology Public Service • Criminal Justice Endorsement Commuter Campus • Dental Assistant • Emergency Medical Technician (Dual Enrollment with ACC) ▪ Open to all AISD students grades 10-12 • Paralegal (Dual Enrollment with ACC) • Pharmacy Technician (Dual Enrollment with ACC) ▪ AISD transports students to and from their home campus during the school day STEM ▪ Interest Forms are required to attend • I ndustrial Design (Dual Enrollment with ACC) Endorsement ▪ Information can be found online and in the high school counseling office
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