Planning For Your Senior Year

A Guide to Tests and Post Graduation Plans

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Planning For Senior Year

What do I need to do for my senior year?What are my options when I graduate?How do I get started?

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TWO-YEAR COLLEGESFOUR-YEAR UNIVERSITIES JOB

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These are questions you should be thinking about your junior year so that you are prepared for next year.

Options

Full-time jobTechnical or Trade SchoolTwo-Year Junior CollegeFour-Year UniversityMilitary

Military Service

Military

DiscountsFrom the stores on base to movie theaters and airlines, service members receive

discounts on all kinds of products and services.

CompensationPay increases with rank advancements, initial bonus for enlisting Seniors, and competitive pay.

Tuition SupportSince the GI Bill was enacted during WWII, money for college has been an important part of

military benefits.

TrainingProfessional training – from class work to field exercises – is available for hundreds of military jobs, many with civilian equivalents.

World TravelWith installations all over the world, the Military provides many chances to explore new regions and cultures.

Two-Year Colleges

Two Year Colleges

ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAMS

North Central Texas College’s Division of Health Sciences includes the following courses of study:• Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) - for students wishing to qualify for licensure as Registered Nurses (RNs).

• Emergency Medical Services (EMS) – for students wishing to qualify for certification as Paramedics and EMTs.

• Law Enforcement - for students wishing to obtain an Associate of Applied Science in Law Enforcement.

• Radiological Technology - for students wishing to qualify for registry as Radiological Technologists.

• Surgical Technology - for students wishing to qualify for certification as Surgical Technologists.

• Vocational Nursing (LVN) - for students wishing to qualify for licensure as Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs).

Four-Year Universities

Four-Year Universities

University Core Requirements for 2008-2009, 2009-2010 Catalog Years

UNIVERSITY CORE REQUIREMENTS

A. ENGLISH COMPOSITION & RHETORIC (6 hrs):

B. MATHEMATICS (3 hrs):

C. NATURAL SCIENCES (6-8 hrs all courses have labs):

D. VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (3 hrs):

E. HUMANITIES (3 hrs):

F. UNITED STATES HISTORY (6 hrs):

G. AMERICAN GOVERNMENT (6 hrs):

H. SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES (3 hrs):

I. UNDERSTANDING THE HUMAN COMMUNITY (6 hrs):

What’s Next ?

What you need to do your Junior Year

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Schedule a Senior Meeting with your Academic Advisor in April or May

A-D…… Mrs. Buxton E-K…… Mrs. Tipton

L-S…… Mrs. Cantrell T-Z…… Mrs. Coley

* Things to talk about: • Check your graduation requirements

• G.P.A.

• Class Rank

• College Readiness TestsSAT

March 13, 2010ACT

April 10, 2010ASVAB

Coming in Fall 2010

Lake Dallas High School Four-Year / Post-Secondary Plan

Name: (Last) __________________________ (First) _______________________ (Middle) ____________________

This is a tentative plan to help give you, your parents, and your school some direction as you progress through high school. As you fill in your plan, remember that it is only a plan and should be revisited as needed to ensure your educational success throughout your four years at high school. Plan carefully and select academic courses and electives that will support your interests, career goals, and post-secondary plans.

Current Grade___________ Date ___________________

Career Clusters:

(Select your top choices by placing a 1, 2, or 3 in the blanks)

Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Principles of Health Science Principles of Human Services Principles of Education & Training Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security Principles of Business, Marketing & Finance

High School Graduation Plan: (check one) Recommended (27 credits) Distinguished Achievement (27 credits)

LDHS Classification Credits:

Sophomore (10th) 6 credits

Junior (11th) 12 credits

Senior (12th) 19 credits

Post-Secondary Plans: (check as many as apply)

Certificate / Licensure Technical Training Full-time Employment 2 year degree / Community College 4 year degree / College / University Military

Other_____________________________________

Please use the LDHS Course Guide to help you choose your classes, which may be found at Lake Dallas Independent School District and find the LDHS Course Guide 2010-11 on the right column. Factors to be considered in selecting courses include the: requirements for graduation significance of the course to the student's overall program and

educational/career goals purpose of the course; and/or possible prerequisite for other courses

Registration & the Course Guide

Requirements for Graduation

Grade Classification Students are classified according to the number of credits earned toward graduation.

Freshman 9th grade 0 – 5.5 credits Sophomore 10th grade 6 credits Junior 11th grade 12 credits Senior 12th grade 19 credits

Classification will be made only at the beginning of the fall semester and will remain the same throughout the school year.

Recommended Distinguished Achievement

(DAP)

English 4 4

Math 4 4

Science 4 4

Social Studies 4 4

Physical Education 1.5 1.5

Health .5 .5

Communication Applications .5 .5

Technology 1 1

Fine Arts 1 1

Foreign Language 2 3

Electives 4.5 3.5

Advanced Measures 4 advanced measures

Total 27 credits 27 credits plus 4 measures

Graduation Requirements

In the LDHS Course Guide 2010-11, refer to

for a complete list of course titles that meet graduation requirements for each diploma type, Recommended or Distinguished.

Distinguished Achievement Diploma explanation, page 20.

GPA and Class Rank are explained on page 4.

Graduation Requirements, cont.

pages 17-19

A complete list of courses offered at LDHS is found on

of the Course Guide.

Course descriptions for each class are found on

of the Course Guide.

Course descriptions may explain the purpose of the course and how it relates to higher education and post-graduate planning

Course descriptions may also specify mandatory prerequisites

Pre-AP and AP information and course lists are found on

Pre-AP and AP classes require a teacher’s signature on your Pre-registration form for enrollment

Grades received in these classes are only weighted when figuring GPA and class rank and not reflected on report cards or transcripts

Educational Goals

pages 21-25

pages 26-79

pages 8-12

You must have earned 12 credits.

Take the THEA and make a 270 on Math and/or a 230 on reading/220 Writing.

THEA exemptions may be earned by scoring 2200 on the Math/ELA with a writing score of 3 or above.

Must apply and be admitted at NCTC, as well as register and pay for the class and any required textbooks/materials.

For more information, see in the LDHS Course Guide.

Dual Credit Classes

pages 5-6

Government

US History- pre 1865

Public Speaking

College Algebra

Composition 1 (Eng 4)

Psychology

Government

US History- post 1865

Public Speaking

College Algebra

Composition 2 (Eng 4)

Sociology

LDHS Dual Credits Offerings for 2010-11

Spring 2011Fall 2010

Career & Technology Classes offer students the opportunity to pursue a pre-planned, coherent sequence of courses leading to a “career pathway”

For more information on Career and Technical Education, refer to pages 6-7 and pages 26-48 in the LDHS Course Guide

Counseling and Mental Health Family and Community Services

Principles of Human Services

Child Development Interpersonal Studies

Human Growth and Development Interpersonal Skills

Human Growth and Development Lifetime Nutrition and Wellness Child Guidance

Counseling and Mental Health Practicum

Career Goals

LDHS CTE COURSE CROSSWALKPROGRAM

AREAPREVIOUS

COURSE2010 COURSE EQUIVALENT

AGRICULTURAL SCIENCESIntro to World Ag / Applied Ag. Principles of AgricultureAnimal Science Livestock ProductionAg Power & Machinery Ag Power Systems

BUSINESS EDUCATION

Administrative Procedures Business ManagementIntro to Business Principles of Business, Marketing

& FinanceBCIS 1 Business Information

Management 1BCIS 2 Business Information

Management 2

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES

Housing / Interior Design Interior DesignApparel / Textile & Apparel Design Fashion DesignNutrition & Food Science / Food Science & Technology

Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness

Child Development Child DevelopmentIndividual & Family Life Interpersonal StudiesChild Development & Preparation for Parenting

Child Care Guidance

Personal & Family Development Principles of Human ServicesFamily Health Needs Counseling and Mental Health

LDHS CTE COURSE CROSSWALK

PROGRAMAREA

PREVIOUS COURSE MEETS PREREQUISITE

TO ADVANCED 2010 COURSE

AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES Intro to World Ag / Applied AgAll Ag courses beyond

Principles

Animal Science Advanced Animal Science

BUSINESS EDUCATIONBCIS 1

Business Information Management 2

2009-10 BCIS 1 @ LDHS + Teacher Rec./Appl.

Business Information Management 2 with MCAS

Certification

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES

Apparel / Textile & Apparel Design

Advanced Fashion Design

Career & Technology Classes-Old Courses, New Names

The ATC offers practicum classes for students interested in specific careers or technical education

Participants must meet requirements and complete an application process

Participants must provide their own transportation

Advanced Technology Complex

Career and Life Enhancement

Architecture and Construction

Arts, Audiovisual Technology & Communication

Finance

Health Science (CNA, Job Shadowing, Pharmacology)

Hospitality & Tourism (Culinary Arts, Hotel Restaurant Management)

Human Services (Cosmetology, Nail Tech)

Information Technology (Computer Maintenance, Biomedical Tech, GIS)

Law, Public Safety, Security

Manufacturing (Computer Numeric Control, Welding)

Marketing, Sales and Service (E-Marketing, Web Design)

Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (Electronics, Pre-Engineering)

Automotive Tech (Transportation, Distribution & Logistics)

ATC Programs Available

LAKE DALLAS ISD Recommended Education and Career Plan

Credits/High School Requirements

Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

English (4) English 1 English 2 English 3 English 4

Math (4) Algebra 1Algebra 1Geometry

GeometryAlgebra 2

Math ModelsAlgebra 2

Pre-CalculusFundamentals of College Algebra

(FOCA)

Algebra 2Pre-Calculus

CalculusStatistics

FOCADual Credit College Algebra

Science (4) Biology

IPCChemistry

ChemistryPhysics 4th Science

Social Studies (4)World

GeographyWorld History

US History Government (.5)Economics (.5)

Computer (1) Health (.5)

Communication Application (.5) Physical Education/Athletics

(1.5)

HealthComm. App

BIMHealth

Comm. App.PE/Athletics

Fine Arts ( 1 credit in the same course)

Foreign Language (2) (2 credits of the same language) Spanish 1

Electives (4.5)(3.5 for DAP)

Total Credits

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DUE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22ND

Most Importantly…Make A Plan…

Investigate Your Plan…

Follow Through With Your Plan…

Pick at least three options to consider.

Check your deadlines. Check all requirements

Schedule campus tours.

Double check Requirements, Applications, Financial Aid, Scholarships and Housing.

Housing

Enrollment

Financial Aid

Scholarships

Applications

Housing

Enrollment

Financial Aid

Scholarships

Applications