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WELCOME CLASS OF 2014

WELCOME CLASS OF 2014. 7 – 8 PM: 8th Grade Parent Scheduling Information Welcome and Introductions Mr. Randy J Clark, Principal Graduation Requirements Ms. Dee Muskin, Counselor Freshman Seminar Mr. Randy Clark, Principal

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WELCOME CLASS OF 2014

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  1. WELCOME CLASS OF 2014 7 – 8 PM: 8th Grade Parent Scheduling Information Welcome and Introductions Mr. Randy J Clark, Principal Graduation Requirements Ms. Dee Muskin, Counselor Freshman Seminar Mr. Randy Clark, Principal Program Of Studies and Course Selection Process Ms. Leza Rae Owens, Counselor Optional Course Presentations Closure 8- 8:30 PM Tour of Manchester Valley High School Optional tour provided by MVHS Peer Counselors and Student Government Association

  2. INTRODUCTIONS Principal Mr. Randy Clark Assistant Principals Mr. Jeff Hopkins Grades 10 & 12 Mr. Ken Sanner Grades 9 & 11 Academic Facilitator Mrs. Shannon Zepp School Counselors Ms. Dee Muskin Mrs. Leza Rae Owens Ms. Darlene Gordon, Crisis Counselor Other Ms. Becky Tesch, MVHS School Nurse Mr. Henry Adami, CCCTC Counselor

  3. Course Selection2010 - 2011 The EASY, RELAXING Version

  4. What Does A School Day Look Like? • 4 mod day • 80 minute mods • SET: (Student Enrichment Time) 45 minutes daily between mod 1 & mod 2 • Year is divided into 2 semesters and/or 4 quarters 1 credit course = 18 weeks long 1/2 credit course = 9 weeks long

  5. Sample Academic Schedule

  6. Sample Schedule Honors Student

  7. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS • Credit Requirements: • 25 credits • Enrollment Requirement: • 4 years beyond 8th grade • 4 credits after the completion of 11th grade • Student Service Requirement: • 75 hours • Exemplary Service Award – 300 hours • Service Reflections Forms Required

  8. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS High School Assessments Requirements Students must pass all four HSAs : Algebra Government Global Perspective Biology

  9. Required Classes • Credits of English p. 36 • Must include: English I • Global Perspectives • Credits of Social Studies p. 51 • Must include: United States History • Government • World History • Credits of Science p. 48 • Include: Conceptual Physics • Chemistry I • Biology

  10. More Required Classes • 3-4 Credits of Math p. 45 • Must include: Algebra I OR • Algebra Part A & Algebra Part B • Intermediate Algebra • Geometry or Applied Geometry • Algebra II • Credit Fine Arts p. 39 • 1 Credit Physical Education p. 47 • 1 Credit Technology Education (FOT) p. 54 • ½ Credit Health p. 44 • ½ Credit Financial Literacy p.35

  11. Alg. II / DA (aka Adv. Topics in Alg. /DA in 09-10) Algebra I / DA Trigonometry / Pre-Calculus Honors Calculus Geometry Intermed. Alg. / DA Applied Geometry (1 cr.) Alg. I / DA- Parts A&B (2 cr.) AP Statistics Honors Algebra I / Data Analysis Honors Intermed. Alg. / DA Honors Geometry Honors Alg. II / DA (aka Adv Topics in Alg. / DA in 09-10) Honors Trigonometry / Pre-Calculus AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC Math Sequence

  12. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS University of Maryland System Requirements • 2 credits of World Language and Algebra II OR • 2 credits of Advanced Technology and Algebra II AND/OR State-approved Completer Program

  13. COMPLETER PROGRAMS • All classes at Carroll County Career and Technology Center (A representative is here tonight to answer your questions) • Programs @ Westminster High: Teaching Academy & Finance Academy • Programs @ MVH: Horticulture, Landscaping, Food Service Professional, Early Childhood Education

  14. FRESHMAN SEMINAR Why is it so important? • Transition to high school; • Career research and planning; • Study, organizational, social and technology skills; • Service learning opportunities; • Linked to English with a literacy focus; • Acquire job readiness skills; • Create a portfolio; • Honor and academic classes available.

  15. FRESHMAN SEMINAR A focus course for Manchester Valley Curriculum developed by our teachers Curriculum will be updated again this year Highly recommended for all of our freshman 100% of current freshman took the course IT IS YOUR CHOICE If you choose: check beside BOTH English and Freshman Seminar If you do not want Freshman Seminar: check English only and select 7 other credits

  16. ADVISORY PROGRAM Each student is assigned to an academic advisor. Advisory lessons provided once each week for 45 minutes during SET. Program is based upon a county curriculum. Students will see advisor every day and should feel comfortable coming to them with concerns, needs, etc. Advisor will walk students through scheduling next year

  17. Manchester Valley High School PROGRAM OF STUDIES 2010 – 2011 Board of Education of Carroll County Westminster, Maryland

  18. Using the Program of Studies Book • How to use it! • Table of contents- page 5 • Graduation Requirements- page 6 • Graduation related topics -page 14 • Completer programs- page 15 • Course Offerings and Descriptions- • pages 16-57 • Index- pages 56-60

  19. Course Levels • Level 6 – Academic • Level 7 – Articulated • Level 8 – Honors • Level 9 – Advanced Placement and Transcripted

  20. How do you know what level course your child should take? Things to consider Recommendation of 8th grade teacher Student/Parent input Middle School Counselor Future plans Studies have shown a high correlation between the level of classes taken in high school and success in college.

  21. What does a 9th Grader sign up for? • 8 total credits • English, Math, Social Studies and Science • Freshmen Seminar ELECTIVE CHOICES • PE I and Health I • Foundations of Technology • Fine Arts • World Language • Business • Agriculture Sciences

  22. Mav Maverick 9th grade

  23. How to fill out the Course Selection Sheet • Keep the Program of Studies as a resource. • Use PENCIL. • Must total 8 credits. • Use the level of classes suggested by your middle school teachers or counselor. • Complete left side of page first. • Must choose Alternatives: One full credit and one ½ credit class. Please choose these classes carefully! • Return course selection sheet to the middle school on or before February 10th

  24. Things to consider or not to do… • DON’T take a class because you “like who teaches it.” • Remember that staffing changes from year to year. • DON’T sign up for classes just because a friend is signing up for that course. Most courses have multiple sections and you cannot pick the section you are taking. • DO remember this is high school and EVERY grade you earn can make an impact on your future plans.

  25. Dates to Remember February 2nd: Counselors went to North Carroll Middle February 10th: Course Selection sheets due to middle school counselors August 14th: Fall Sports tryouts (must have completed physicals) August 26th: New Student Orientation August 31st: First day of school

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