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Transitioning to High School in C-FB

Transitioning to High School in C-FB. Perry Middle School April 17, 2013. Overview of the Academic Pathway for the Secondary Student. Serving GT Students in High School 26 Credits required for graduation: 1 credit per course Acceleration during middle school or summer school

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Transitioning to High School in C-FB

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  1. Transitioning to High Schoolin C-FB Perry Middle School April 17, 2013

  2. Overview of the Academic Pathwayfor the Secondary Student • Serving GT Students in High School • 26 Credits required for graduation: 1 credit per course • Acceleration during middle school or summer school • Four math and science courses in high school • Academies: • BioMed, METSA, AMAT • International Business, Law & Criminal Justice • International Baccalaureate

  3. Rigor and Struggle • Most rigorous course where success is possible • Productive Struggle vs. Destructive Struggle • Leads to understanding. • Learning goals feel attainable and effort seem worthwhile. • Leads students to feelings of empowerment and hope • Leads to frustration. • Learning goals feel hazy and out of reach. • Leaves students feeling abandoned and on their own.

  4. Courses • IDS (6th, 7th, 8th) • Global (9th) and World Experience (10th) • Pre-AP • AP/IB • AP Human Geography – 9thGrade • AP World History – 10th Grade • Dual Credit

  5. Celebrations of Learning • CollegeBoard • ReadiStep – (8th) • PSAT – (9th, 10th, 11th) • NMSQT – Junior Year • SAT – (12th) • AP – (8-12) • ACT • Explore – (9th) • ACT – (12th)

  6. Celebrations of Learning • Benchmarks/Unit Assessments • STAAR/EOC • English I, II, II • Reading • Writing • Math • Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II • Science • Biology, Chemistry, Physics • Social Studies • World Geography, World History, U.S. History

  7. High School Choices:Beyond 4 x 4 Together with the core courses these add up to a complete and balanced education for your high school student.

  8. Educational Planning Guide AvailableCFBISD>Departments>Educational Services>Student Services>High School & Beyond • In addition to the 4 courses in each major subject area, students must take specific courses in other areas in order to meet graduation requirements. 1 credit = 1 school year. • Examples of additional course requirements include: • 2-3 credits in a Language other than English • 1 credit for Physical Education • ½ credit for Health Education • ½ credit for Communication or Professional Applications (Speech) • 1 credit (local requirement) Technology Applications • 1 credit Fine Arts

  9. Other Opportunities for Students • Destination Imagination • Academic Decathalon • Clubs available to join before or after school. • Student Government • National Honor Society (11th and 12th grade) • Clubs (Key Club, Language, Yearbook, more) • Offer opportunities to build leadership skills • Enable students to contribute to wider community in positive ways • Help students find and make friends sharing a common interest.

  10. Parents, Stay Involved! • Join your High School PTA. They need you and you need them! • Join the C-FB AGT. This parent organization serves gifted students of all ages and their parents across the district. • Now is the time to utilize Parent Self Serve to help your student keep track of grades and assignments. • Become familiar with the high school website and those of your student’s teachers. Find the counselor’s website for up-to-date college information.

  11. Things Every Parent of a High School Student Should Know: • Continue to help your student to develop organizational skills. These are the foundation for future success. • Check your student’s schedule with him/her. Make sure they are recording homework, tutoring times, and projects. • Assist your student in planning time to work each day on both short term homework assignments and longer projects. • Help your child create balance and learn to mange his/her schedule and assignments. Suggest setting aside time each day for work, reading, practicing, hobbies, and of course family. Balance is the key!

  12. Parent Survival Tips Continued: • Don’t believe the statement, “But everyone else is doing it.” or “No one else’s parents does ______.” • Encourage conversation and be open to just listening. • Take time to meet your student’s friends by driving them to school events, and other activities (Now before students learn to drive). • Ask questions and don’t be afraid to set boundaries. • If you have questions, ask a teacher, a counselor, your GT Specialist, or a principal. We are here for you!

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