C A H S junior parent night

1. C A H Sjuniorparent night 05.27.2014

2. English III AP/Dual Credit THREE STRANDS • Meet standards outlined in 11th grade English/Language Arts TEKS • Prepare for Advanced Placement Language & Composition Exam (May) • Achieve objectives established for Northwest Vista’s Freshman Composition courses (1301 and 1302)

3. English III AP/Dual Credit LEARNING OUTCOMES • The ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and apply insights to writing assignments, presentations, and discussions • The ability to understand and appreciate writer’s craft and apply techniques to writing

4. English III AP/Dual Credit LEARNING OUTCOMES • The ability to read extensively and intensively for different purposes in varied sources with an emphasis on American literature, nonfiction essays, and scholarly articles • The ability to analyze rhetorical devices/strategies for their contributions to meaning in fiction and nonfiction texts

5. English III AP/Dual Credit ONLINE RESOURCES/TOOLS • e-classroom • turnitin.com • apcentral.collegeboard.com

6. English III AP/Dual Credit SUMMER READING • Wuthering Heights and How to Read Novels Like a Professor • Purchase tonight from Barnes & Noble or on your own (widely available) • Summer reading assignments were already distributed through 10th grade English classes, but I have extra copies here

7. English III AP/Dual Credit SUPPLIES • Notebook paper • Pens and pencils • Composition notebook • 3- sturdy two-pocket folders with brads • 1- 2” three-ring binder with a 5 pack of binder index dividers

8. Spanish I, II, and III WORKLOAD • Might have homework every night • Spend 20-30 minutes of practice or studying each night • Don’t fall behind on work and practice- it doubles your workload to catch up with the rest of the class

9. Spanish I, II, and III SUPPLIES • Loose leaf paper • Pens and pencils • Composition notebook/spiral notebook • Pocket folder / subject folder • Media storage

10. Spanish I, II, and III AVAILABLE RESOURCES • eClassroom • CD tutoring program • Study websites • Tutoring (with teacher or Salón de Sabios)

11. Spanish I, II, and III AP EXAM—WHY TAKE IT? You can possibly get a minor without taking a Spanish course in college.

12. Video Technology AVAILABLE RESOURCES • eClassroom • Creative Cow and TutsPlus are great FREE resources. • Lynda.com or other subscription services are not required or requested. • Evernote, Celtx and SceneChronize all offer FREE accounts.

13. Video Technology CURRICULUM • Fundamentals of cinematography, lighting, editing, production design, and production management. • Film studies selected by genres, periods and filmmakers. • Production process (pre, production and post) of video projects.

14. Video Technology WORKLOAD • All projects completed in class. • Work outside of class time is OPTIONAL. • Video projects are cooperative, but students are expected to take on a variety of production roles and responsibilities. • “Everybody does everything.”

15. Video Technology SOFTWARE • Knowledge and skills are primary, software is secondary. • FCP 7 • ADOBE Creative Suite CS4

16. Video Technology EQUIPMENT • No personal cameras or gear are required. • Personal cameras and gear may be used, after the 3rd six weeks. • Students responsible for knowing the use and limitations of their gear. • Low-cost or DIY gear is a preferred option as a learning opportunity. • Student is responsible for the safety and security of their equipment, if brought to school.

17. Video Technology SUMMER MOVIE ASSIGNMENT • Watch and respond to two films over the summer: • One non-fiction documentary, • One narrative fiction film from any of the film lists available here: http://sqworl.com/lcpo52

18. Video Technology http://sqworl.com/lcpo52

19. Video Technology SUMMER MOVIE SELECTION • Work with your student on film selections based upon content, rating and maturity. • Rental stores are history, but you can find movies: • At public libraries, • On AMC, TMC, IFC, the Sundance Channel, etc., • Online at Netflix, Amazon, iTunes, YouTube, etc., • Used at DVD Exchange.

20. United States History:AP/Dual Credit Instructor: Lisa M. Stevens Three Strands 1. Master TEKs & Objectives for U.S. STAAR Exam 2. Master Objectives For the U.S. History AP Exam 3. Master Objectives for U.S. History 1301 & 1302 For NVC.

21. United States History Learning Outcomes: Ability to analyze primary and secondary documents in a synthesized, college level essay. Ability to analyze multiple choice questions pertaining to primary documents, maps, political cartoons, art work, graphs, quotes, and much more.

22. United States History Learning Outcomes Ability to master communication techniques through a variety of media venues and in-house presentations Ability to identify trends, change over time, concepts, and themes related to U.S. History in political, social, culture, economic, and religious realms. Ability to understand and explain U.S. Geo-politics in the 18th, 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries And…much, much, more

23. United States History Work Load All assignments must be turned in on time. Students must set aside time to study and read material on a weekly basis (30 minutes a night) Students must devote a sufficient amount of time to prepare for exams, quizzes, and essays. Many class assignments are collaborative. Students must learn to work in cooperative settings for success. At least two essays will be written in a six week period. All students must participate in the CAHS History Fair. This will be their signature assignment for the First Semester. History Fair projects will have several benchmarks and students are expected to work on this outside of class. They must organize their work-load to meet required dates.

24. National History Fair Competitions: Regional & State Winners, and National Finalists for Over Six Years!!! Our Group Performance will be traveling to Washington D.C. in three weeks for National Competitions for the State of Texas!!! Congratulations!!!!! You guys are AWESOME!!!!!

25. 2014 State History Fair Winners!Group Performance: Child Labor Laws

26. United States History SUPPLIES Resources Pens One Large Binder Paper Highlighters Three Ring Folder eclassroom Tutoring/Study Hall Nationalhistoryday.org apcentral.collegeboard.com ME

27. United States History Summer Assignment First Generations: Women in Colonial America Please read this book. After the reading, write an essay response to the following prompt on the next slide.

28. United States History Prompt: Compare and contrast the economic, social, and political situations on three of the following groups of women in early colonial life. Native Americans African Colonial Women Chesapeake White Women New England Women Women of the Revolution New Republic White Women The Gentile Class

29. United States History • In this essay, you must have an introductory paragraph, at least three body paragraphs, and a conclusion. YOU MUST follow the outline format for all five of these paragraphs that are attached to the handout (On CAHS Website). YOU MUST provide key pieces of evidence to support your thesis statement. • Papers may be typed. Double space, using a 12 point font, Times New Roman style. • Papers must also have a Cover Page including Full Name; Class Period; and Essay Title. • This paper is due the first day of class.

30. United States History Final Thoughts… This class is designed to develop & encourage young people to be informed of our nation’s history and then take that knowledge and lead this country through the 21st Century with confidence and success!!!!

31. AP Courses • Expectations: homework outside of class, study groups, turning in work in a timely manner • AP tests are given in May • Students can receive college credit depending on their AP test score • Each university awards its own credit; there isn’t a standard score/grade equivalency • AP/Dual Credit courses are often taught concurrently.

32. Dual Credit Courses • Classes are taught by ComArts/Taft teachers and are held at the high school. • Offers FREE tuition for two courses, 6- 8 hours of college credit each year. (Sophomores are limited to 1 Dual Credit course per year.) • Saves considerable amounts of college costs. • Shortens the length of time to complete a degree • Allowed access to NWV and ACCD services such as the library

33. Dual Credit Grades • Grades earned in dual credit become part of the PERMANENT ACADEMIC RECORD and will be recorded on BOTH the high school AND college transcripts • Students who make a D or an F in a Dual Credit class will not be allowed to continue in the Dual Credit program. • A GPA of 2.0 must be maintained • Dropping a course • Students are responsible for drop date • Withdrawal will show on transcript • Failing a course • Grade is reflected on transcript AND GPA *A D or F OR dropping a course could affect later financial aid.

34. Dual Credit Courses • Many Dual Credit courses have prerequisites • Qualifying scores vary for the different courses. • MATH: Pre-Calculus, Calculus AB/ BC, Statistics, College Algebra • SCIENCE: Biology, Environmental Science • English 3 and English 4 • Spanish 3

35. Acceptance into Dual Credit REQUIREMENTS FOR 1st TIME STUDENTS • Parent/Student Consent Form • Ready/Set/Apply & Apply Texas App. • GoFARR & Test Prep Modules • Residency Documentation (if necessary) • Qualifying Test Scores-scores vary for the different courses/PSAT scores can exempt ALL requirements MUST meet NWV’s deadlines.

36. Returning Dual Credit Students • Parent Consent is already on file. • Qualifying test scores IF changing/adding disciplines. • Students required to test must complete the Test Prep module and take the TSI. • Retesting was available for students that did not meet the score on the first round. • Can retest again at NW Vista.

37. Dual Credit • If a student plagiarizes a paper or colludes or cheats in any dual credit class, the student will be subject to the discipline policies and procedures of the college; severe cases may result in failure of the course and suspension from the DC program. • Making a D or F will result in removal from DC. • Courses are generally transferable, but it is NOT the responsibility of the college to ensure that the DC course in transferable.

38. PSAT Information • Wednesday, October 15, 2014 • All juniors will test • This is the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship Program • Good practice for the SAT that juniors should sign up for in Spring, 2015

39. Contact Information U.S. HISTORY lisa.stevens@nisd.net ENGLISH IIIerik.gunnells@nisd.net SPANISHcynthia.driggers@nisd.netcarlos.pilliado@nisd.net VIDEO TECHNOLOGY david.braddam@nisd.net