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Beck Junior High

Help your child navigate course options for 8th grade with this comprehensive guide covering academics, electives, GT courses, and extracurricular activities. Ensure they meet criteria for Pre-AP classes and make informed choices. Encourage them to balance academics with sports and other interests. Prepare for a challenging year with higher expectations and lots of homework. Stay organized and ready for academic success!

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Beck Junior High

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  1. BeckJunior High 8th grade course selection 2015-2016

  2. Materials • Letter to your parent(s) • Course request worksheet • Course catalog • See Junior High Section • Also available at www.katyisd.org

  3. 8th grade Overview • Same Bell Schedule • 2 Electives • Opportunity to participate in team sports • Opportunity to earn high school credit

  4. 8th grade Courses • ELA • Math or Algebra • Algebra Readiness • U. S. History • Science • PE or Athletics • Two elective courses • Advisory

  5. Course Levels Academic Academic PreAP PreAP GT GT

  6. Moving from Academic to PreAP Math The same as skipping a full year of math! Math Lab 8th grade English & Reading are combined – for all students Reading Elective Math Reading Reading Elective and Math Lab are required if students do not meet level two standard on STAAR

  7. PreAP Courses • Good grades to stay in • A’s in Academic Course to get in • To move into Pre AP Math additional criteria as determined by the district • Positive attitude • Willing to work hard and study hard • Great organizational skills • Good study habits and good work habits • Faster, harder, and higher expectations • LOTS OF HOMEWORK!!! • Consider balancing academics & extracurricular activities

  8. GT Courses • ONLY mark a GT Course if you are currently enrolled in the 7th grade equivalent of that course! • If you are currently being screened for GT, sign up for PreAP.

  9. Select PE Boys or Girls Athletics Coaches make the final decision Counselors cannot change schedules without coaches approval No Pass/No Play Physical needed Football Volleyball Basketball Track and Field Tennis PE or ATHLETICS

  10. J746 Theater Arts 2 J846 Theater Arts 3 J750 Art2 J850 Art 3 J859 Orchestra 3 J860 Band 3 J867 Girls Choir 3 J868 Boys Choir 3 J700 (Career Portals) Fam & Consumer Science Full Year Electivesin order of preference 1, 2, (3)

  11. Electives with Applications • J755 -- Publications 1 See Mrs. James (Howard) • J300 --Student Aide Application from Mrs. Domagas in Counseling Office • J855 -- Publications 2 2nd year/ Application required / See Mrs. James (Howard)

  12. Full Year Electives – For High School Credit • J6318 - Spanish 1 Part 2 of 2 yr course– w/Spanish 1 teacher’s recommendation • J6319 - Accelerated Spanish 1– w/Pre AP English teacher’s recommendation • J6861 Spanish for Sp Speakers • J8353 - Principles of Human Service • J8619 - Concepts of Eng & Technology • J7511 - Art I

  13. Course Selection Worksheet

  14. Summary • Course Selection Worksheet Due Friday, Feb. 4, 2015 to your SCIENCE teacher! • Talk with your parents about your choices – you must have a parent signature! • Choose 2 alternate electives – or an alternate will be chosen for you! • Be responsible! Be organized! Be prepared for 8th grade – academically and behaviorally!

  15. Questions?

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