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Taking Flight … Making the Transition to High School

This orientation provides information about the importance of the 8th grade year, graduation requirements, and high school options within Wake County. Learn about course credits, recommended classes, and strategies for academic success in high school. Don't miss this opportunity to make a smooth transition to high school!

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Taking Flight … Making the Transition to High School

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  1. Taking Flight… Making the Transition to High School

  2. Purpose of the Orientation To provide information about: The importance of the 8th grade year The graduation requirements High School options within Wake County

  3. High School Graduation Requirements • English I,II,III,IV 4 • Math 4 • Science 3 • Social Studies 4 • Healthful Living 1 • 10 Total Electives: Subject electives: 2 Electives (from CTE, Arts or Foreign Language) and 4 “Concentration” Electives = 6 • 4 Electives from any area. 4 Total Credits 26

  4. English – 4 Credits • English I, II, III, & IV

  5. Math – 4 Credits • Common Core Math I (i.e, formerly Algebra I) • Common Core II (i.e., Geometry) • Algebra II (will be called Common Core III in 2014-15 academic year) • and a 4th Math Course to be aligned with the student's post high school plans (example: Advanced Functions and Modeling, Honors Pre-Calculus, Discrete Math, AP Statistics, AP Calculus AB & BC). It is recommended by colleges for a student to take a math class in the senior year. In the rare instance a student is unable to complete the math requirements, upon principal approval, they may be exempt (see your high school’s Program Guide).

  6. Social Studies – 4 Credits -World History -American History I -American History II -Civics and Economics If a student is taking Paideia, World History, the Social Studies for 9th grade, will be combined with the English class, as a yearlong class.

  7. Science – 3 Credits • Earth Science/A.P. Environmental Science • Biology or Hon. Biology (paired with Common Core II, i.e., Hon. Geometry) • Physical Science (Chemistry, Physics, etc.)

  8. Health and Physical Education – 1 Credit • We highly recommend it be completed during freshman year!

  9. Foreign Language Foreign Language is generally not recommended for 9th graders unless continuing the language from middle school. Spanish, French, German, Latin Language course offerings vary from school to school!

  10. End of Course (EOC) Requirements Students must achieve a level 4 or 5 for proficiency End of Course Exams (EOCs) in: Biology Common Core Math 1 or 1B English 2 EOC exams count as 25% of the final course grade! Career & Technical Education Courses count as 20% Of the final course grade!

  11. The eighth grade teachers will make ninth grade course recommendations It All Starts with Recommendations…

  12. The School’s FoundationThe 3 “Rs” Rigor Relevance & Relationships

  13. Rigor, Relevance & Relationships Preparing Students for the 21st Century Rigor: Delivery of the highest level of quality of teaching and student learning Utilizes challenging and innovative instruction such as critical thinking, analytical and problem solving skills to promote academic success Relevance: The application of what is learned and how it applies and relates to the real world Provides students with a variety of opportunities for persuasive discussion Internships/apprenticeships and community service Relationships: Utilizes collaboration and communication skills to create an environment that engages in healthy and productive relationships with teachers, peers and administrators Promotes academic and personal success and good citizenship

  14. The High School Transcript The 9th grade year is extremely important: Every course taken in high school (passed or failed) will appear on the student’s transcript and is used to calculate the Grade Point Average (GPA) The GPA is a critical component in the college admission process Course selection and the level of difficulty is also heavily considered for college admission The GPA, entrance exams and other criteria are the primary indicators of scholarship offers

  15. High School Lingo • PowerSchool Number—Student identification number • Blackboard—Website allowing parents and students access to class assignments and syllabi • VoCATS—State-mandated final exams for CTE courses • NCVPS—North Carolina Virtual Public School, online courses available to students enrolled in NC public schools • NCAA Clearinghouse—National Collegiate Athletic Association, student athletes must register with this organization in order to participate in varsity college sports, see Athletic Director or coach for more information • NHS—National Honor Society, organization for academically successful students • SAP—Student Assistance Program counselor, works with all students • ACT—American College Testing, another admissions assessment accepted at almost all colleges and universities • IB—International Baccalaureate, advanced academic program available at some Wake County high schools • Three EOC’s students must pass in order to graduate (Common Core Math I, Biology, English II) • FRC—Future Ready Core, NC graduation requirements for students entering high school in 2009-2010 and beyond • CDC—Career Development Coordinator, coordinates career development activities for the entire high school

  16. Clubs & Organizations Get Involved! Spanish Beta Club National Honor Society Fellowship of Christian Athletes Student Government Association PTSA FFA ETC

  17. Get Involved • Science Club • Yearbook • Drama • Step Team • Fashion Club • Marching Band • ROTC • Team Sports

  18. Driver Education Students may take Driver Education at 14.5 years of age To be eligible to obtain a Driver’s Permit or maintain driving privileges, student must pass 3/4 (75%) of their classes each semester Only juniors and seniors are eligible to drive to school and they must meet the guidelines of the school

  19. So… What Are Your Choices Millbrook Sanderson Leesville Panther Creek Broughton Enloe SouthEast Raleigh

  20. And……Wake County’s Early Colleges And Leadership Academies Wake Early College of Health and Sciences Wake NC State STEM Early College High School Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy Wake Young Men’s Leadership Academy Vernon Malone College and Career Academy

  21. Wake Early College of Health and Sciences WTCC Health Science Campus Health Education Building 2901 Holston Lane, Raleigh NC 27610

  22. Unique Features of WECHS Wake Early College of Health and Sciences (WECHS)is a magnet school focused on health and sciences. WECHS features a partnership among the Wake County Public School System, Wake Technical Community College, and WakeMedHealth and Hospitals. The school is located on the Wake Tech Health Sciences and Northern Campuses. WECHS students have the opportunity to graduate in five years with a high school diploma and an Associates of Arts (AA), Associates of Science (AS), transferable diploma in science or arts, or a health science certificate. College credits completed while enrolled in the school are tuition-free and are transferable to one of North Carolina’s sixteen public universities.

  23. Wake NC State STEM Early College High School Five year program earn your high school diploma and earn college credits that can transfer to other colleges or universities 715 Barbour Dr. Raleigh, NC 27603

  24. What is STEM? Science Technology Engineering and Math Physics Robotics Engineering Food Science Biotechnology Aerospace Chemistry Forensic Science Veterinary Science Biomechanics Meteorology

  25. A Unique Focus Internships Job Shadowing Guest Presenters Field Experiences

  26. Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy 303 Ashe Ave Raleigh, NC 27606

  27. WYWLA Wake Young Women’s Leadership Academy (WYWLA) is a 6-12 single-gender academy Young women are inspired to lead and to learn as they travel a path to academic and personal excellence.

  28. Wake Young Men’s Leadership Academy 567 E. Hargett St. Raleigh, NC 27601

  29. WYMLA (WYMLA) is a 6-12 single-gender academy WYMLA’s mission is to develop young men into leaders who have a positive impact on their communities through Scholarship, Service, and Success.

  30. Magnet & ApplicationSchools’ Fair When: Saturday, November 1, 2014 Where: Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School Time: 9am - 12 noon The magnet application period will be January 26 - February 6, 2015

  31. Open House and Application Deadlines Wake Young Women’s Leadership Academy Open House Nov. 4th Deadline: Early December Wake Young Men’s Leadership Academy Open House: Nov. 13 Deadline: Early December NC STEM Open House: November 4th Deadline: Early December

  32. Open House and Application Deadlines • Wake Early College of Health and Sciences Open House Nov. 4th Deadline: Early December Vernon Malone College and Career Academy Open House Nov. 4 Deadline: Early December

  33. Enloe High School School Tours • November 6, • November 20, • December 4, • December 18, • January 8, January 15, • January 29, and • February 6 • Tours begin at 8:15, parents should arrive no later than 8:10.  Tours will run from 8:15-9:25. • . 

  34. Southeast Raleigh High School School Tours • October 23 • November 6 • Tours will begin at 8:00 am Open House Dates • November 13 • January 27 6pm – 8pm

  35. To Be continued….. Part 2… “Let’s SOAR” When: TBD Time: 6:00

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