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Introduction to Freshman year at Laurel High School

Introduction to Freshman year at Laurel High School. School Year 2014 / 2015. People to Know. Karen Fox – Principal Stephen Schreibeis– Assistant Principal Herb Townsend – Director of Activities Becky Wommack– High School Secretary Sheila Blohm – High School Secretary

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Introduction to Freshman year at Laurel High School

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  1. Introduction to Freshman yearatLaurel High School School Year 2014 / 2015

  2. People to Know Karen Fox – Principal Stephen Schreibeis– Assistant Principal Herb Townsend – Director of Activities Becky Wommack– High School Secretary Sheila Blohm – High School Secretary Bette Strever – High School Secretary Patsy Taylor – District Secretary and Registrar Officer Stan Langve – Student Resource Officer

  3. Laurel High School Counselors Brent Edgmond Students with last names A – L Mark Goyette Students with last names M - Z

  4. Graduation Requirements 4 Credits of English 3 Credits of Math 2 Credits of Science 3 Credits of Social Studies (World History, US History, Civics) 1 Credit of Fine Art (Art, Band, Vocal Music, or Photography) 1 Credit of Physical Education/Health 1/2 Credit Information Literacy & Technology 8.5 Credits of Electives 23 Total Credits

  5. Montana University System Admission Requirements http://mus.edu/Prepare/Prepare/MUS_Admission_Standards.asp#hsgrad

  6. StudentsmustcompletetheBoardofRegents’ CollegePreparatoryPrograminhighschool.

  7. Bottom line is that you will need 4 years of English, 4 years of Math, 4 years of Science, and 3 years of Social Studies. If you expect to “take” the next step, you need to prepare for it.

  8. NCAA Freshman Eligibility Standards Division I and II schools – 16 Core Courses 4 years of English 3 years of Math – Algebra I or higher 2 years of Natural / Physical Sciences 1 additional year of English, Math, or Science 2 years Social Science 4 years of additional courses – NCAA approved (Foreign Language)

  9. NCAA Freshman Eligibility Standards For more information – please go to: http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Quick_Reference_Sheet.pdf http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Eligibility_Rules/High_School_IE_Standards.pdf

  10. NAIA and NJCAA Eligibility for NAIA Schools are: High School Diploma and 18 on ACT, better than a 2.000 GPA, graduate in top half of your class. Eligibility for NJCAA Schools are: High School Diploma or GED and admission requirements of the school.

  11. Requirements for Out-of-State Schools • Always check website or catalog for the colleges being considered by your sophomore year of high school. • Requirements vary. Common additional course requirements are 2 years of foreign language, an additional year of science, and additional year of math.

  12. Academic Rigor • Please, please, please challenge yourself! • Take the opportunity during the next four years to do all you can do. Get involved with school activities and do your best to take advantage of the education and experiences offered to you. • It’s an investment – the more put into it now, the more benefits will be available later. • Start now as a Freshman, don’t wait until you are a Senior. • Differences in “Honors” classes, and “Regular” classes are increased pace of work, increased depth of material and increased demands of out of class time (homework). Be College Ready!

  13. Plan for 9th Grade Required Classes: English – 1 year Math – 1 year Science – 1 year Information Literacy & Technology - 1 semester Physical Education/Health- 1 semester

  14. Freshman Course Selections 2014 - 2015 http://www.laurel.k12.mt.us/Page/187

  15. Infinite Campus Please go to http://www.laurel.k12.mt.us On the top right corner please click on “Infinite Campus – Parent/Student Portal”

  16. English Choices English 9 Honors English – Must have a B average in 8th English or teacher recommendation. Summer reading requirement: Great Expectations by Charles Dickens.

  17. Math Choices Placement is based upon grade in current math class, NWEA scores, and teacher recommendation. Pre-Algebra – recommendation by 8th grade math teacher Algebra I – recommended for most 9th graders Geometry – Students who have taken Algebra I in the eighth grade ,have the appropriate NWEA test scores, and have been recommended. Honors Geometry- Students who have been recommended for the honors track by their 8th grade teacher and have the appropriate NWEA test scores. Four Year Plan – Depends on where you start

  18. Math Course Sequencing Chart Dual Credit College Algebra APCalculus APStatistics Consumer Math Algebra 2 Trig/PreCalculus GeneralMathII Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Algebra 2 Pre-Algebra Algebra 1 HonorsGeometry General Math I RTI Math Math Lab Repeat Alg 1/Geo

  19. Science Choices Earth Science Biology I Honors Biology (Biology I & Biology II) Four Year Plan – College prep = Biology I, Earth Science / Biology II, Chemistry, Physics Rigorous prep = Honors Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Chemistry II / Honors Environmental Science

  20. Information Literacy & Technology Information Literacy & Technology is a required course for all freshman. It is only a semester course.

  21. Thereishomeworkmosteveryday! Study Hall is an option for students who believe they may need time during the school day to get homework done. Especially students who participate in extracurricular activities, who have jobs, or may need extra time to get work completed. Study Hall also will enable students to have the opportunity to access the Math Lab to get extra help in their math and class.

  22. Sample Schedules 1st Semester2nd Semester • English 9 • Algebra I • Earth Science • Applied Ag I • Info. Lit & Tech • Band • Study Hall • English 9 • Algebra I • Earth Science • PE / Health 9 • Applied Ag I • Band • Study Hall This is not the order that classes would be scheduled in. This is done by the Infinite Campus software as to best balance the class loads with all sections.

  23. 1stSemester2ndSemester • Honors English • Honors Geometry • Honors Biology • Study Hall • Info. Lit & Tech • Spanish I • Chorale • Honors English • Honors Geometry • Honors Biology • PE / Health 9 • Study Hall • Spanish I • Chorale This is not the order that the classes will be scheduled in.

  24. AdditionalInformation Attendance and Tardy policy – On 11th day of absence, students grade is reduced by 10% and 2% points for each day after 11. Three tardies count as one day of absence. Communicate with teachers when concerned. Please do not wait for mid-terms. Please use email or phone. Email addresses and phone numbers will be posted on web site and are in the student handbook. Infinite Campus is the easiest way to communicate and obtain information. Students are earning credits towards graduation. Classes needed to graduate, will be taken until student receives a passing grade. Lunch at Laurel High School is $3.00 daily specials. A la carte menu items are also offered and are individually priced.

  25. AdditionalInformation Eligibility is determined at midterm and quarter. Freshmen eligibility is based on the eighth grade 4th quarter grades. Students must have a 2.0 GPA and no more than 1 failing mark. Driver’s Ed –Students must be 14 ½ the first day of class. Cost - $200. Classes are offered throughout the summer. Announcements will be made at the middle school about registration. You may call the main HS office for more information later. Pre-registrations are not accepted.

  26. LHS Clubs, OrganizationsandActivities

  27. New Students to LHS If you are an out-of-district student, to begin the registration process of entering Laurel Public Schools students must first register at the Central Administration office: 410 Colorado Avenue, Laurel, MT 59044 Contact person is the District Secretary Patsy Taylor- 628-3351

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