understanding components of high school success parent night fall 2013
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Understanding Components of High
School Success
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Principal: Lisa DrabingAssociate Principal: Brian Johnson
Assistant Principals:
Exploration: Alan Corman Green: Belinda ZoetGlobal: Amy Wallace
Humanities: Wes Solomon
Counselors:
Exploration: Caren Barnes Global: Lisa Mosely
Green: Tim Hurlbert Humanities: Kim Young
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Graduation Requirements House Bill 5 Assessment (TAKS/STAAR) GPA, Class Rank PSAT, SAT, ACT College Overview NHS Home Access Center Calendar Events Q & A
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Allows greater flexibility through the Foundation High School Program (FHSP) with endorsements
Reduces EOC requirements:Algebra 1, Biology, US History, English 1 (Reading & Writing), & English 2 (Reading & Writing)
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Students currently in 9th, 10th, and 11th grade may graduate on the graduation plans now in place (RHSP, DAP) or may choose the FHSP.
Students entering high school is 2014-2015 are required to be on the new Foundations plans.
The current plans will be phased out over time.
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To earn the distinguished level of achievement, students must complete:
The FHSPAn endorsementAlgebra II
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With few exceptions, ALL students will be required to earn an endorsement in one of the following areas:
1. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
2. Business and Industry3. Public Services4. Arts and Humanities5. Multidisciplinary Studies
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Think about the student’s chosen pathwayWhich science and math courses will be
needed?
Think about which college/university the student plans to attend
Which science and math courses are required for admission and/or chosen major
Endorsement details will be finalized by the end of the 2013-2014 school year
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Students must complete all required coursework in order to participate in the graduation ceremony.
Students must also pass the Exit Level TAKS or STAAR requirements to receive a diploma.
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On-Level Classes – College Readiness
Pre-Ap/AP/Dual – College Credit Potential
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Rigorous College Content – approved by College
Board Higher Grade Point Scale (5.0 vs. 6.0) College Credit potential (verify through
university website or College board)
AP Exams, May 2014 Payment plan options $90 per test; a reduced price for Free/Reduced
lunch Student will register online early 2nd semester
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More rigorous Tests on specific subject area:
Current English, Science, Social Studies & Math
Minimum score each year requiredWhen: Retakes are in December Weeks of March 31st & May 5
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Retests for seniors: The week of October 21st
ELA – 21ST
Math – 22nd
Science – 23rd
SS – 24th
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Treat semesters like the end of the year
Semester average determines credit .5 credit per semester class
Semester average is on your permanent record
Semester Averaging – average of both semesters to determine final credit- (failing grade will still show on transcript)
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GPA - Grade Point Average (Example: 3.62)• Shows personal performance• 4.0 and 5.0 scale shown on transcript• 5.0 scale reflects Honors classes
Class Rank • Shows comparison to other students based on
GPA• 9th grade is important
Example: Graduating Class of 2012 – 399 Top 10% - 1 – 39 - Top 20% - 1 –
79
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Must conference with the counselor to obtain an application- only courses beyond grad requirements may be taken Pass/Fail
Must submit the application with all appropriate signatures no later than one week after receiving the report for the 9 week marking period.
You cannot ask for the grade once this has been applied for and accepted
You will receive grades on progress reports and report cards for eligibility purposes
Will receive a P (Pass) or F (Fail) for the semester grade on transcripts
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Credit Options Humble ISD Summer School On Campus credit recovery Grad- Night School (seniors) Texas Virtual School
Texas Tech Correspondence Course- $175
per course (http://www.depts.ttuedu/ode/ec2k/heading.asp)
Texas Tech Credit by exam- $40 per course Retrieval- 70% Acceleration- 90%
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College readiness preparation Experience gained for entrance exam, SAT Opportunity for scholarships Juniors may qualify for National Merit program
announced in September 2012
District pays for all 10th graders.
The cost for juniors is $15.00.
The date of the test is Wednesday, October 16.
Juniors register online at www.aptestservice.com/kphs by Sept 27th
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SAT and/or ACT- all parts required SAT II’s (Subject Tests) required for
some programs and elite schools TSI Assessments- college readiness test Exemptions include SAT, ACT, exit level
TAKS Upcoming dates:
SAT - Oct. 5/Nov. 2/Dec. 7 ACT – Oct. 26/Dec. 14
443874 – School Code
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Create account: My College Quickstart
Practice for SAT
Sign up for SAT
View PSAT Score Report identifies focus areas needed for the SAT
Find career interests
Research colleges
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Create account
Practice for ACT
Sign up for ACT
Research colleges
Find career interests
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Located in the Library By appointment
College Armed Forces Testing Scholarship Financial Aid
Counseling Office Manager:
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These are placement tests which may be used by TX Community Colleges and Junior Colleges in lieu of SAT/ACT
TSI TAKS (English & Math)
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Students ranking in the top 10% of their class are automatically admitted to any public university in Texas ( UT’s cap is 7%)
Complete application requirements by the university’s deadline
Enroll in college no more than two years after graduating from high school
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Early Decision – A binding commitment to attend the college if you are accepted.
Early Action/Notification – Simply applying early so you will receive acceptance notification early – no commitment to attend.
Rolling Admission – Apply and usually receive an admission decision within four to six weeks
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Generally recommended that students apply to 3 – 5 colleges.
Select a “dream” (reach) school that may be a stretch.
Select at least one ( safe) “sure thing”. Select 2 – 3 schools in between. A college should fit the student academically,
personally, and socially. Be realistic!Ideally, have all applications completed by Thanksgiving
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Online Career Exploration Program Students will:
participate in easy interests and skills inventories
choose their career cluster create and update their own portfolio explore over 900 career profiles parents and students get access to
information about more than 7,000 colleges and technical schools
build graduation plans aligned with their career clusters
build resumes, practice job search and interviewing skills, and do much more…
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• Graduation Plan• Transcript Evaluation• State credits earned• Successful completion of courses• GPA• Testing Info• College Application Process• College Choices• Intended Major/Career Choice• Letters of recommendation • Financial Aid• Websites/Resources
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Students who think they might want to join NHS should start planning for it now
Students can apply for NHS in 10th grade (second semester) They can also apply as juniors and seniors
They must have a 4.0 GPA, less than 2 Saturday classes, and all the required leadership and service points
For more information see the NHS website or contact Amy Wallace
Tutoring: Tuesday and Thursday from 3-4 PM & Monday from 6-7 PM in room 1608
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Go to KPHS Website humbleisd.net/kphs
Click on Parents Click on HAC
Problems with access Contact: Luisa.rodriguez@ humble.k12.tx.us
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Teacher or Staff Website and Email Go to KPHS Website Click on Teacher Websites
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October 9, 2013 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM Humble ISD College Fair Humble Civic Center
October 16, 2013 PSAT November 25-29 Thanksgiving Dec 18-20, 2013 Final exams January 7, 2013 Second Semester
Begins May 24, 2013 Graduation
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