250 likes | 381 Views
ECTOR COUNTY I. S. D. High School Graduate. Educational Planning 2010 - 2011. Today’s Agenda. High School Graduation Programs 2. Transcripts/ 4 yr plans 3. Special Programs.
E N D
ECTOR COUNTY I. S. D. High School Graduate Educational Planning 2010 - 2011
Today’s Agenda • High School Graduation Programs 2. Transcripts/ 4 yr plans 3. Special Programs
COUNSELING STAFFA-FI MR. DODD Champion DenFL-L MS. DENNISON MOJO DenM-RI MS. JONES Gold DenRO-Z MS. RENTERIA Victory Den9TH MS. CARRASCO CATE MRS. BYRNECOLLEGE MRS. BRADFORD
GRADE CLASSIFICATION 18 12 6 0
High School Graduation Program Differences • Recommended Program– Meets prerequisites for community college or university. • (26 credits) • Distinguished Achievement Program –Meets prerequisites for community college or university, but also requires college level coursework. (26 credits) • Minimum Program – For special circumstances only and requires approval from the student’s counselor, principal, and parent. • (22 credits)
RECOMMENDED / DISTINGUSHED PLAN 4 ENGLISH 4 SOCIAL STUDIES 4 MATHEMATICS 4 SCIENCE 0.5 COMM. APP. (Speech) 1 PHYSICAL EDUCATION 2 /3 FOREIGN LANGUAGE 1 FINE ART 5.5 /4.5 ELECTIVES 26 TOTAL CREDITS
Approved 4th Year Math & Science Courses Math • Algebra 2 • Pre-Calculus • AP/IB Courses • Dual Credit Courses • Engineering Math Science • Physics • Anatomy & Physiology • Astronomy • Aquatic Science • Environmental Systems • AP/IB Courses • Principles of Technology
FOREIGN LANGUAGES(2 or 3 credits in same language) • Spanish • French • Latin • German • Russian • Japanese(GT)
Distinguished ProgramAdvanced Measures(The Four Indicators) • PSAT NMSQT Score (Jr. year) • AP Exams Score of 3, 4 or 5 (at the end of AP courses) • Dual Credit grade of B or better • Certain Career and Technical Education credits
MINIMUM DEGREE PLAN22 CREDITS • ENGLISH 4 CREDITS • SOCIAL STUDIES 4 CREDITS • MATHEMATICS 3 CREDITS • SCIENCE 2 CREDITS • COMMUNICATION APPLICATION 0.5 CREDIT • PHYSICAL EDUCATION 1 CREDIT • FINE ART 1 CREDIT • ELECTIVES 6.5 CREDITS This Graduation Plan is only used in extreme cases, and requires a parent/counselor conference. Requirements: • Students must be 16 years old, or • Have completed 2 credits for graduation in each core content, or • Have failed to be promoted to 10th grade one or more times
COMPUTER SCIENCE ELECTIVES ROTC CHOIR JOURNALISM BAND/ORCHESTRA PROGRAMS OF STUDY
FINE ARTS BAND CHOIR ORCHESTRA DANCE FLORAL DESIGN &PRIN OF AG ART THEATER
Programs of Study A sequence of elective courses that prepare students for college and careers in high wage, high skill, and high demand fields. 33 Programs of Study • Most lead to industry recognized certifications • May offer college credit through Advanced Placement, Dual Credit, or Tech Prep. • Involves courses from many different areas including Career & Technical Education, Technology Applications, and otherelectives
Check out the High School Course Description Guide found online at: www.ectorcountyisd.org(UNDER THE Guidance & Counseling Dept.)
Exit-Level TAKS Scores Credit removed due to lack of Attendance Course Category for Graduation Requirements CREDITS GPA and Class Rank
Designation for weighted courses TRANSCRIPT College GPA
WEIGHTED COURSES • What courses are weighted? • Any course designated Pre-AP, AP, G/T • Selected Dual Credit courses • Numerous Career and Technical Education courses • They have a tremendous effecton your grade point average (GPA) • The TOP 8 PERCENT of the graduating class receives automatic admission into Texas public colleges and universities!
Advanced Placement GOAL To help students develop the study skills, habits of mind and critical thinking skills that they will need in college. Students who take AP courses are given the chance to earn college credit (while still in high school) and to stand out in the admissions process. • ECISD offers AP courses and exams at OHS and PHS in 22 subjects. • ECISD currently pays for all AP exams. • Exams are administered each year in May. • Exam contains both multiple choice and free response questions that require essay writing, problem solving, and other skills. • Every examination receives an overall grade on a five-point scale. SCALE 5-Extremely Well Qualified 4 – Well Qualified 3 – Qualified 2 – Possibly Qualified 1 –No Recommendation
COURSE AVERAGING Algebra 1 – first semester 68 Algebra 1 – second semester 72 Semesters Averaged – 70 (Awards credit for both semesters if taken within the same school year)
UIL ELIGIBILITY • You must maintain a grade of 70to earn credit in any class. • For certain Pre-AP, AP, IB, GT, and Dual Credit courses in 9th grade & up, a 65 is used for eligibility purposes. A 65 is a failing grade.
English History Mathematics Computer Technology Science Communication Applications (Speech) Physical Education Foreign Language A wide Variety of Elective Courses Dual Credit and Early Admissions Enrollment See your college counselor about these options! SPRING REGISTRATION: NOV 30 & DEC 1 COLLEGE CORNER
Texas Scholars Program To Qualify, Students Must: • Maintain a 2.75 grade point average, • Complete the Recommended or Distinguished Achievement Program • Volunteer at least 50 hours of community service by senior year CONTACT: MRS. BRADFORD AT COLLEGE CORNER FOR QUESTIONS Community Service Requirements: • 9th grade - 5 hours • 10th grade - 10 hours • 11th grade - 15 hours • 12th grade - 20 hours www.ectorcountyisd.org/District/VIPS/TexasScholars.html
Any Questions?