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Edna Karr High School CLASS of 2018

Edna Karr High School CLASS of 2018. Freshmen Parent Night. PRINCIPAL. MR. HAROLD CLAY. KARR MISSION. The mission of Edna Karr High School is to teach all students to be independent, life-long learners and achievers through the involvement of all stakeholders. COUNSELORS.

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Edna Karr High School CLASS of 2018

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  1. Edna Karr High SchoolCLASS of 2018 Freshmen Parent Night

  2. PRINCIPAL MR. HAROLD CLAY

  3. KARR MISSION • The mission of Edna Karr High School is to teach all students to be independent, life-long learners and achievers through the involvement of all stakeholders.

  4. COUNSELORS • Mrs. Judy Lee (A-G) • Mr. Patrick Tubbins (H-N) • Dr. Sundy Barjon(O-Z) • Ms. Amanda Lu College Advisor

  5. Thanks go to… 9th grade sponsors 9th grade teachers and other faculty in attendance Tonight’s “servers” (Karr Administration) Cafeteria staff You! Parents and students Thank you for attending this evening and making a difference in the life of a student!

  6. Where to find presentation? Tonight’s presentation and other related information can be found on www.ednakarr.org under: • Departments • Counseling Additional posts may be found on www.ekhs.org

  7. Edna Karr Student Philosophy Both the classroom environment and our professional focus are: • student-centered and • focused on guiding our students toward purposeful postsecondary options

  8. How to have a successful school year • Work hard in all your classes • Complete your home work on time • Do not be afraid to ask for help • Communicate with your teachers and counselor when having difficulty • Attend tutoring as need

  9. Important Dates • Sept 3 Ninth Grade PARENT NIGHT • Oct 8 End of 1st Quarter • Dec 1-17 EOC (End of Course Exams) • Dec 18-19 Final Exams for First Semester • Dec 18 End of 1st Semester (GRADES FINAL) • Feb 5 Mid Quarter Progress Conference • March 10 EXPLORE ASSESSMENT • March 12 End of 3rd Quarter • Apr 22-May 22 EOC- (End of Course Tests) • May 14-18 Final Exams for the 2nd Semester (GRADES FINAL) • May 19 Last of School

  10. INFO FOR 9TH GRADE • Unit of Credit-the successful completion of a semester of a course (18 weeks on a 4X4 block) • 9 weeks of school on a 4X4 block ½ credit will be earned Example: (Health ½ and PE I ½) • GPA-Grade Point Average • TOPS GPA- Grade point average on the 19 TOPS CORE Courses ONLY (does not include all subjects) • End of Course Testing- Students must take and pass end of course test in state mandated courses in order to graduate and earn a state diploma.

  11. What is a block schedule? • 4 classes/semester = 8 classes/year Aug - December=one semester(18 weeks)=1 unit January - May = one semester(18 weeks)=1 unit If ½ credit is earned = course only 9 weeks= ½ unit (example: Health ½ unit and PE I ½ unit) • More opportunities for classes throughout high school • Fewer classes to focus on at a time

  12. TOPSTaylor Opportunity Program for Students TOPS is a program of state scholarships for Louisiana residents who attend: • LA Public Colleges and Universities • Schools that are a part of the LA Community and Technical College System • Louisiana approved Proprietary and Cosmetology Schools or • Institutions that are a part of the LA Association of Independent Colleges and Universities There are 4 different award components.

  13. EOC (End of Course Test) Students will be required to pass THREE End-of-Course Test in the following categories: 1. English II or English III 2. Algebra I or Geometry 3. Biology or American History

  14. 5 Year Educational Plan (IGP)Individual Graduation Plan • All students will plan their courses annually using this Plan. They include all courses required for graduation. Parents, Students and Counselors will approve these plans with their signatures each year. • These plans will include: • Beginning Date the student enters high school • Name • Educational Goals-Diploma Endorsement • Career Goals • Extra Curricular & Employment Activities • Assessments-Explore, Plan ACT, EOC, ASVAB, etc. • AP, Gifted and Dual Enrollment Courses

  15. 2014-2015, thereafter • Every 9th and 10th grade student will take core academic classes to work toward a diploma. • Following the student’s 10th grade year, a student may choose to work toward a Jump Start TOPS Tech Pathway or pursue the TOPS University Pathway. • Students may choose both pathways

  16. The Future of High School in Louisiana Initial Coursework: Two Years All students: Two years of mathematics, English, health, physical education, science, and social studies, and one career readiness course. Postsecondary Focus: Two Years Career Diploma: Students earn a regionally appropriate credential to work. TOPS University Diploma: Students take the TOPS core curriculum.

  17. COMMON FUNDAMENTAL COURSEWORK Each student will be required to complete 10 units • 2 units of English • 2 units of Math • 2 units of Science • 2 units of Social Studies • 2 units of Health and Physical Education Irrespective of diploma pathways

  18. TOPS Core CurriculumFreshman Graduation Requirements • 4 units of English 4 units of Math • 4 units of Science 4 units of Social Studies • 1.5 units of Physical Education and ½ unit of Health • 2 units of Foreign Language • 1 unit of Fine Arts or 1 unit of Art, Band or Theatre • 3 units of electives/Jump Start • 24 Totals Units of Credit Required

  19. TOPS Core Curriculum GPA • Will use a five –(5.00) point scales for grades earned in certain AP Courses, Gifted Courses and Dual Enrollment Courses • The courses currently designed to be calculated on the (5.00) scale can be viewed at https://www.osfa.la.gov/5scale

  20. TOPS Core CurriculumMATH- 4 Units Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Advanced Math Functions & Statistics, Advanced Math Pre Calculus Calculus, AP Calculus Probability and Statistics or AP Statistics

  21. TOPS Core CurriculumENGLISH-4 Units English I English II English III English IV AP English Literature

  22. TOPS Core CurriculumSCIENCE- 4 Units Biology Chemistry Physical Science Physics, Biology II, Biology II AP Environmental Science

  23. TOPS Core CurriculumSOCIAL SCIENCES-4 units World Geography Civics; American Government AP US History; US History AP World History or European History AP AP US Government Western Civilization AP Human Geography

  24. Louisiana Core 4 CurriculumFOREIGN LANGUAGE-2 Units Two units in the same language English is not considered a foreign language

  25. Louisiana Core 4 CurriculumPhysical Education 2 Units Physical Education: 2 Units ½ unit of Health 1 ½ units of physical education

  26. TOPS Core CurriculumArts Elective- 1 Unit Art Fine Arts Survey Visual Arts Music/Band Theatre

  27. Louisiana Core 4 Curriculum Electives-3 Units Education for Careers-required 11th grade (ACT prep/Speech) 2 additional units Total =24 for graduation

  28. TOPS Tech 2.5 GPA and 17 on ACT Funds for technical school or a technical program at a community college Includes cosmetology school 2 years of tuition

  29. JUMP START TOPS Tech(Career Diploma) • 4 units of English • 4 units of Math • 2 units of Science • 2 units of Social Studies • 1.5 units of Physical Education • .5 unit of Health • 9 units of Jump Start course sequence, workplace experience and credentials as approved in Regional Jump Start proposals

  30. Jump Start CurriculumENGLISH-4 Units • 1 unit -English I • 1 unit -English II • 2 units - English III, English IV, Business English,Technical Writing or comparable LTC courses offered by Jump Start regional team

  31. Jump Start CurriculumMATH- 4 Units • 1 unit - Algebra I, Algebra 1 Part One and Algebra 1 Part Two or an applied or hybrid Algebra course • 3 units- Geometry, Math Essential, Financial Literacy, Business Math, Algebra II, Advanced Math-Functions & Statistics, Adv. Math-Pre-Calculus

  32. Jump Start CurriculumScience -2 Units • I unit – Biology • 1 unit – Chemistry, Earth Science, Environment Science, Physical Science, Agriscience I and Argiscience II (one unit combined) AP Science Courses

  33. JUMP START CurriculumSOCIAL SCIENCES-2 Units • 1 unit – US History, AP History • 1 unit – Civics,

  34. JUMP START CURRICULUMPhysical Education 2 Units • .5 unit - Health Education or JROTC I and JROTC II • 1 unit - Physical Education I • .5 unit – Physical Education II, Marching Band, Extracurricular Sports Cheering or Dance Team

  35. JUMP START CURRICULUM Electives-9 Units • Jump Start course sequences, workplace experience, and credentials as approved in Regional Jump Start proposals

  36. NOTE: • TOPS Tech Requirement Students will need to complete a 3rd unit/credit of science, and 3rd unit/credit of social studies and one unit/credit in a basic computer course

  37. CREDENTIAL • The Workforce Investment Council (WIC) has aligned the Louisiana’s statewide industry-based credentials. • Students pursuing any one of the state’s diplomas may pursue a Jump Start statewide or regional credential • Students pursuing a Career Diploma will be required to achieve a Jump Start Credential

  38. CREDENTIAL TYPES • Statewide Jump Start Credential Basic Advance • Regional Industrial Basic Certification (IBC’s)

  39. Summary • In order for this year’s freshman class to graduate with a Career Diploma, they must have obtained an industry-aligned Jump Start credential • 8th grade students who are not proficient in reading and math may now be enrolled at the appropriate high school site in transitional 9th grade • Jump Start is an elective path for students pursuing a TOPS University Diploma, and a required path for students pursuing a Career Diploma; schools must offer all interested students access to Jump Start pathways • Jump Start gives schools the opportunity to partner with industry, higher education, and support organizations to create training pathways, workplace experiences, and industry credentials that prepare students for high-wage job opportunities

  40. GPA Is calculated by averaging course final grades 100-93 A (4quality points) 92-85 B (3 quality points) 84-75 C (2 quality points) 74-67 D (1 quality point) 66-0 F (0 quality points)

  41. How are GPA’s calculated? RegularHonors / Pre-APGifted/AP/Dual A=4.00 A=4.40 A=5.00 B=3.00 B=3.30 B=4.00 C=2.00 C=2.20 C=3.00 D=1.00 D=1.10 D=2.00

  42. College Prep Testing Info • EXPLORE- 9th Grade practice for ACT • PLAN-10th Grade practice for the ACT • PSAT-11th Grade practice for the SAT • SAT- 11th - 12th college entrance exam • ACT- 11th -12th college entrance exam

  43. Why Take EXPLORE? • EXPLORE shows you your academic strengths and weaknesses in English, math, reading, and science • EXPLORE helps you search for careers and learn which ones might be right for you • EXPLORE helps you choose high school courses that will prepare you for college and work

  44. Your Estimated PLAN Composite Score Range

  45. College Readiness

  46. NCAA Clearinghouse • Students who wish to be college athletes must “register” and “cleared” by the NCAA Clearinghouse • www.eligibilitycenter.org • Transcripts, test scores sent to clearinghouse • Sliding scale for minimum requirements to play college athletics (approximate) 2.5 core GPA requires a 17 ACT 2.0 core GPA requires a 22 ACT

  47. Study Skills Checklist for Students • Set a regular time and place to study each day and throughout the week. • Keep a daily “to do” list. • Set goals for yourself. • Do your reading assignments before the material is discussed in class. • Pay close attention and take good notes in class. • Prepare for tests during your regular study times instead of cramming at the last minute.

  48. What can I do now to preparefor college? • Take a rigorous curriculum • Get high grades • Explore college programs and requirements • Visit colleges (during holidays, summer) • Attend recruitment events • Attend sporting events, ect. At colleges (football games, greek shows)

  49. A Little Lagniappe…(a little something extra) PTO WORKSHOPS • Teen, Sex and the Law • NCAA • Cyberbullying • Texting/talking on cell phone while driving

  50. What is cyberbullying? • When a child, preteen, or teen is tormented, threatened, harassed, humiliated, embarrassed or otherwise targeted by another child, preteen, or teen using the Internet, interactive and digital technologies, or mobile phones. • A minor is involved on both sides or at least cyberbullying was instigated by a minor against another minor. (When adults are involved it usually is called cyber-harrassment or cyber-stalking.)

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