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Course Selection Time!Class of 2016

Junior to Senior Year

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2015-2016 Seniors PowerPoint Design © David Hendon

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Class Standing

Q: How many credits do I need to be considered a senior next year?

A: You must have earned 18 credits by the end of the summer to be classified as a senior in August. If you are classified as a junior in August but you are on track to graduate in at the end of the first semester, you can then be reclassified as a senior in January.

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Graduation Credits

Q: How many credits do I need to graduate?

A: It depends on the graduation plan:

Distinguished: 28 credits + advanced measuresRecommended: 28 creditsMinimum: 25 credits

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Course Selections

Q: How do I begin to fill out my course selections for next year?

A: Start with the courses you are required to take for graduation

under your graduation plan. Then list your electives in

order of preference

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Core Options: English

Q: What are my options for English IV?

A: You may choose from:1. English IV

2. English IV AP (with approval)3. English IV dual-credit on-campus

(only if you have completed English 1301 & 1302 at WHS, at TJC, or

through AP scores)4. English IV dual-credit off-campus

(English 1301/1302 OR 2332/2333 if you already have credit for

1301/1302)

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Core Options: Math

Q: What are my options for my 4th math?

A: This depends largely on your graduation plan and your current

math class. You may refer to your junior conference form for

guidance or if you have additional questions, speak with

your math teacher.

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NEW Core Options: Math

Q: What are the changes made to the math offerings for next year?

A: The following classes have been added for students looking

beyond Algebra II:1. Calculus I (Dual Credit Math 2413)2. Statistics (Dual Credit Math 1342)

3. AP Statistics

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Core Options: Science

Q: What are my options for 4th elective science courses?

A: You may choose from:1. Astronomy

2. Anatomy & Physiology (Honors)3. Environmental Systems4. Earth and Space Science

5. An AP class in another science area (only with pre-requisite and

approval)6. Adv. Plant & Soil Science

7. Adv. Animal Science

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Core Options: Social Studies

Q: What are my options for my Government credit?

A: The following are options for fulfilling the Government

requirement:1. United States Government

2. AP United states Government3. Dual Credit Government off-campus

(GOVT 2305)

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Core Options: Social Studies

(cont.)Q: What are my options for my

Economics credit?

A: The following are options for fulfilling the Economics

requirement:1. Economics

2. Dual Credit Economics off-campus (must complete both

ECON 2301 and 2302)

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Choosing Electives

Q: How do go about choosing my electives for next year?

A: Make sure you include activities that are important to you such as

band, athletics, theatre, choir, debate, yearbook, newspaper, etc.

Then look at your program of study for guidance.

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Whitehouse ISD

Career and Technical Education Department

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Alternate Choices

Q: Is it really important for me to select 3 alternates?

A: YES, YES, YES!! Alternates are very important – especially in the senior year. That is the year where we see the most conflicts in students schedules so there is a good chance your counselor will have to use one or more of your alternates to complete your schedule next year.

B. Choose Alt. Science for A&P or Adv. Animal

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Using alternates

Q: How will the counselor decide which alternates to use for which classes?

A: Your counselor will look at the blue course selection worksheet when selecting your alternates and use them in the order you listed them from 1st – 3rd choice. When determining which elective to REMOVE in case of a conflict, your counselor will begin with the last class listed in your original 8 choices and work up. From there so it is VERY important you list your electives in the order of preference!

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Student Aide

Q: How can I request to be a student aide next year?

A: You must fill out an application to be considered for student aide. If you want to request a teacher or

office position, make sure you note that on your application. It would help to have the teacher or office supervisor initial the request as well. Staff Aide is limited to one

period a day.

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SENIOR RELEASE

• Contract• Maximum of 2 periods: (1st, 1st-2nd, 1st

& 8th, 8th, 7th & 8th)• Cannot take VS classes…must enroll

in Edgenuity Lab til complete VS• Must not be on campus during

period(s) of Sr. Release• Passed all EOCs• Classified as a Senior in August, 2014

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Dual-Credit

Q: How do I know if I am eligible to sign up for dual-credit courses?

A: You are eligible to sign up for dual-credit classes if:

1. You meet the criteria for admission into the Honors program as listed in the Course Selection Guide

2. You meet the testing eligibility requirements of TJC through the TSI tests OR be exempt based on your scores on your PSAT, SAT, ACT, EOC

3. You complete the application for admission for TJC ONLINE

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TSI (TX Success Initiative)

ExemptionsQ: How do I know what test scores I need to

register?A: To determine eligibility, you must do

the following:1. Check with your counselor to see if your

PSAT, SAT or ACT or EOC scores exempt you from the TSI

2. If not exempt, arrange to take the TSI Test at TJC

A TSI Pre-assessment is required online Cost is $35Refer to handout for more details

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TSI Testing

Q: If I am not exempt, how do I go about scheduling the TSI?

A: Steps to Take a Test at TJC Testing Center:1. Complete a TJC Admission application ONLINE2. Complete the TSI Pre-Assessment online BEFORE

taking the TSI3. Call the testing center at 903-510-2617 to confirm

hours for testing and availability4. Cost is $355. You must have a photo ID and the Pre-Assessment

printout to take the test6. When you get your scores, give a copy to your high

school counselor so he/she can register you for classes as long as you score high enough on the test to be eligible

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Off-Campus Dual-Credit

Q: When can I take my classes at TJC?A: You may schedule your TJC classes:1. Anytime during the summer.2. During the school year. You may be excused

from the WHS campus the first 3 periods of the day or the last 3 periods of the day to attend classes at TJC. If you choose morning classes, you must be in your seat at WHS by 10:26 when the 4th period bell rings. Also, make sure you allow yourself enough time to get to your afternoon classes from the high school if you leave after 5th period at 12:42 (cannot guarantee “C” Lunch)

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Off-Campus Dual-Credit Offerings

Q: Which courses can I take at TJC and receive dual credit?

A: The following are off-campus dual credit classes:

1. English IV (ENG 1301 & 1302 OR 2332 & 2333)2. United States Government (GOVT 2305)3. Spanish III (Span 1411 & 1412)4. American Sign Language (SGNL 1301 & 1302)

*2 high school credits5. Economics (ECON 2301 & 2302) *Both required

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Dual Credit Off-Campus

RegistrationQ: How do I go about registering for Dual Credit

classes taken at TJC ?A: You must FIRST see your high school

counselor to get the Dual/College Credit Permission form, Transcript, and Test Scores & TJC Admissions App-if needed. Then you will take that form (and payment) to the Dual-Credit office at TJC located in Jenkins Hall, Room 106. The Summer registration windows are as follows:

• Summer I : April 6-May 26, 2015 (Pmt. Due 5/27)• Mid-Summer: April 6-June 9 (Pmt. Due 6/10)• Summer II: April 6-June 29 (Pmt. Due 6/30)

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Off-Campus Dual-Credit fees

& datesQ: How much do TJC courses cost?

SUMMER, 2015A: Out-of-TJC District:

3 Cr. Hrs: $472 4 Cr. Hrs: $596 + Lab Fee, if applicable

B: In-TJC District: 3 Cr. Hrs: $331

4 Cr. Hrs: $408 + Lab Fee, if applicable

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Dual Credit On-Campus

RegistrationQ: How do I go about registering for Dual Credit

classes taken at WHS?

A: Your counselor will complete a registration form based on the dual credit courses you signed up for at WHS. The counselor will also provide a copy of Test scores (if required for exemption) and a transcript. If you have done dual-credit at TJC before, all you need to do is show up at registration with payment. If you are new to TJC, you will also need to complete a TJC Admissions Application and test scores. Also, if you passed the TSI, bring a copy of those scores with you. Registration is held one day each semester on the WHS campus. Fall registration usually coincides with one of the high school registration dates in August.

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On-Campus Dual-Credit OfferingsQ: Which courses can I take at WHS and receive

dual credit?A: The following are the on-campus dual credit

classes FOR SENIORS:1. English IV (ENG 2332 & 2333)2. Spanish III (SPAN 1411 & 1412) 3. Calculus I ( MATH 2413)4. Statistics ( MATH 1342)5. Art III (ART 1301)

1. (College Algebra for College Credit Only)

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Summer Courses

Q: Can I take courses over the summer ?

A: Yes, you can take courses through virtual school (online) and/or through dual credit at

TJC. WHS summer school is for credit recovery only.

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Virtual School

Q: How does virtual school work?A: All work for a virtual school class is

done online on your own, except for the semester exams which must be taken in the counseling office. The fee is $52 per class which can be

refunded if you finish by the reimbursement deadline. See your counselor the first week of May to

register for summer virtual school.

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NCAA Scholarship

Q: What things do I need to do to secure NCAA eligibility?

A: You need to do the following:1. This spring you need to go online and register at

www.ncaa.org

2. When you take the SAT or ACT this spring include the NCAA as one of the places your scores will be sent. (code 9999)

3. At the end of the junior year go back online and get the NCAA transcript release form to mail them a transcript

4. Work with your coaches on corecoursegpa.com

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WHS Counselor Corner

Q: Where can I find information I need?

A: You may visit the Counselor’s Corner at whitehouseisd.org for the following:

1. 2015-2016 Course Selection Guide2. PowerPoint presentations3. Newsletters4. Announcements & Important dates5. Scholarship updates

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