WELCOME TO DPHS CLASS OF 2021 dphs.ocps

1. WELCOME TO DPHS CLASS OF 2021 www.dphs.ocps.net

2. MEET YOUR GUIDANCE COUNSELORS Ms. Holmes A-Brt Mrs. Kelly Bru-Der Ms. Hernandez Des-Goq Ms. Holt Gor-Jt Mrs. Ratigan Ju-Ma Ms. Kalo Mb-Pax Mr. Guity Pay-Sak Ms. Lloyd Sal-Torr Mrs. Reed Tors-Z and Tangelo Park

3. Learning Goal • Students willdevelop an understanding of graduation requirements and the process of requesting courses for the 2017-2018 school year.

4. EXPECTATIONS: Please Pay Attention! Cell phones OFF! Please remain seated. Participate! Be Respectful. Created by Maryann Borgon

5. Learning Scale Scale of 1-4: How much do you know right now about high school graduation requirements and how to register for 9th grade classes? 4= I totally understand graduation requirements and can complete the registration form independently 3= I have an understanding of graduation requirements and the process of requesting courses for the 2017-18 school year 2=I am aware of graduation requirements and how to request classes but I am unsure of completing the process 1= I am unfamiliar with graduation requirements and I do not know how to register for 9th grade classes

6. Graduation Requirements Traditional 4-Year Plan Minimum 24 credits Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA English-4 credits Science-3 credits/2 labs Math-4 credits including Algebra I and Geometry 1 World History 1 American History .50 Economics .50 Amer. Government 1.0 HOPE (PE/Health) 1 Fine Art 8 electives Meet State Assessment Requirements Note: World language is NOT required for graduation but required for admission into state universities Students must complete one on-line course (virtual school).

7. Magnet ProgramsMust apply through “School Choice” CIS = Center for International Studies VPA- Visual and Performing Arts

8. BUSINESS ANDMEDICAL ACADEMYBy Application Only 9th graders take these classes: • Business Academy: Must take Digital Information Technology or International Business • Medical Academy: Must take HOPE in freshman year

9. SOME OF OUR CLUBS! For more information on our clubs, go to the Dr. Phillips website and click on “Clubs and Organizations” or directly to: https://www.ocps.net/lc/southwest/hdp/clubs/Pages/default.aspx

10. A FEW OF OUR SPORTS! Remember to play sports, you need to maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0! For more information on DPHS sports, go to http://dpathletics.ocps.net/

11. NOW - LET’S LOOK AT THE REGISTRATION SHEET! You will need to fill out the top part where you have your name and other information Right now, you will be selecting your core academic classes (English, Math, Science, History, HOPE). Descriptions of electives are on the back. Please pick 6 in order of preference: #1 is your first choice, #2 is your second choice, etc. You can finish this part at home.

12. READING PLACEMENT • PLACEMENT IN READING COURSES DEPENDS ON YOUR 8TH GRADE FSA SCORE OR IF YOU HAVE NOT TAKEN THE FSA!

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15. WHY TAKE GERMAN? • German is the most commonly spoken language in Europe, after English • German and English have very similar vocabulary • Most Americans are able to claim some sort of German ancestry • German is a major trading partner of the US, and one of the major business and technology languages • Siemens, a large German company, has a campus in East Orange County • Wirsind “NieWenigerals das Beste!” • (Never Less Than The Best!)

16. Japanese Classes at Dr. Phillips High School • Level 1/ 2/ 3/ AP Japanese • Reasons to Learn Japanese: • Learning the Japanese Language is Fun. • 2. It will prepare you for a future career in • global business. • 3. Japan is a Leading Innovator of Technology. • 4. Cultural Importance of Japanese • 5. You will become aware of your own • language and culture.

17. Aerospace Science 1 and Drill Corps I Will Not Lie, Cheat, or Steal, Nor Tolerate Those Who Do • No Military Requirement • Wear Uniform • Community Service • 2 Years = HOPE and Fine Arts • Clubs and Extracurricular Activities • Focus on Character, Leadership , Teamwork • Zoned for Olympia or Freedom HS?

18. What Does Student Council Do? Over all things we are a LEADERSHIP course. Plan school events- Homecoming, Spirit Weeks etc. D3 meetings Advisors: Mrs.Eberhardt Mrs.Parm

19. D3 Meetings Homecoming: Theme, Design and Decor Fresh Fest

20. Powder Puff Laptop Distribution Team Bonding Teacher Appreciation Teamwork Painting Parking Spaces Meetings Fresh Fest Homecoming Setup Freshmen Orientation

21. Additional information Automatically enrolled when accepted • Interested? Fill out the application at: • http://tinyurl.com/DPFreshApp • Deadline = February 17th.

22. CAREER AND TECHNICAL PROGRAMSMr. Ireland

24. WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP? REVIEW the Curriculum Guide online at WWW.DPHS.OCPS.NET SELECT courses for 9th grade DISCUSS course selection with parents OBTAIN parent signature RETURN completed request form to us on Registration Day

25. CHECK FOR UNDERSTANDING! RAISE YOUR HAND IF YOU KNOW THE ANSWER: How many credits are needed for graduation? 24 What grade point is needed in order to graduate? 2.0 T or F: All students must take an Online class. True Name 2 electives offered at Dr. Phillips. Answers will vary!

26. Check for Understanding!Raise your hand if you know: • When are registration forms due? When we come back for registration! • What happens if a student does not turn in a form? Counselors will choose the classes. No changes! • Can a student change an elective after school starts if they decide they don’t like the class or the teacher? No, that is not a reason for changing a class • How many elective choices should you check? 6

27. ANY QUESTIONS???