WELCOME TO 8TH GRADE PARENT’S NIGHT

HKHSJanuary, 29, 2013

Check Out the Web Site: www.rsd17.org

Please visit the HKHS School Counseling Web Page!

HKHS COUNSELING HIGHLIGHTS 635 current students

Approximately 67% Attending 4 year colleges

Approximately 20% Attending 2 Year schools Approximately 13% employed or entering

the military. Over $2,019,620.00 was earned in Merit

money Approximately $94,950 awarded in local and

regional scholarships Approximately 42 Senior students were eligible

for State of Connecticut Capitol Scholarships (1880 or higher SAT or top 20%)

PRE-COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES Advanced Placement (AP)

Students interested in pursuing college level studies may also opt for full year, two credit AP courses.

AP Exams are administered in Mayit is up to each individual college if they will accept credit based on the student’s AP exam grade.

AP courses currently offered: English: Literature (12th Grade) English Language and Composition (11th Grade) Biology Chemistry US History Spanish Language Calculus AB Probability and Statistics French Language Environmental Science Physics Psychology Human Geography Music Theory Studio Art

PRE-COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES UCONN Early College Experience (ECE)

ECE provides academically motivated students the opportunity to take university courses while still in high school. Students preview college work, build confidence in their readiness for college and earn college credits that provide both an academic and financial head start on a college degree.

Students must earn a C or better to receive UCONN credit.

Current ECE course offered: Physics (4 and 8 credits), Spanish Composition, and Environmental Science

PRE-COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES

Middlesex Community College and Wesleyan University High School Partnership Programs Starting Spring of junior year, students can apply

to take one course tuition free. Acceptance is based on grades, standardized test performance and recommendation.

This spring, 11 students are enrolled at Middlesex and one is enrolled at Wesleyan.

PRE-COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES

Project Lead The Way (PTLW) PTLW is an innovative, pre-engineering and technology education partnership

program specially developed for secondary schools. Preparing a diverse group of students to be successful in engineering and

engineering technology programs. Students must earn and 85% or higher in the course and a 70% or higher on

the final exam. College Career Pathways (CCP)

A planned program of studies in which students may earn both graduation credit and college credit from Middlesex Community College (MXCC) for designated courses. Students must have a C+ average at the beginning of junior year to be eligible for this program.

All CCP courses must be taken in junior or senior year. Students are expected to earn a B- or better in each course AND earn a 70% on

the Middlesex Final Exam for each course. Required courses are: Speech & Debate, Algebra 2, and Physical Science, AND one of the following Career course(s): Broadcast Journalism, Accounting 1&2, Computer Skills 1004MX & 1005MX, Intro. To Child Development.

Students must request their transcript be sent from the MXCC to the colleges of their choice for transfer credits.

*NOTE: this program may be discontinued by MXCC in 2013, this decision is pending*

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COLLEGE FAIR

April 10, 2013 All students in grades 9 – 11 will visit the fair Day time 10:00am – 11:30 amPlease feel free to stop by and visit colleges, as our

fair is open to the public.Over 100 colleges represented at last year’s fair

Colleges from Maine to Hawaii 2 year and 4 year institutionsCareer and Technical ProgramsSAT Prep ProgramsScholarship Representatives

STANDARDIZED TESTING TRENDS

HKHS is a test site for both the SAT and ACT This provides students with a “home field

advantage” when testing. SAT- average scores for the Class of 2012

Critical Reading- 516 Math- 511 Writing- 519

ACT- average scores for the Class of 2012 English- 24.2 Math- 24 Reading- 24.7 Science- 23.9 Composite- 24.4

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

24 credits 4 English 3 Social Science (2 World

Histories, 1 US History/Civics) 3 Math 3 Science 2 Vocational and/or Fine Arts 1.5 Physical Education .5 Health *(PE & Health can be spread out over 4

years)*

- 7 Additional Credits

Computer Literacy Algebra 1

Taken in MS or HS 30 hours of

Community Service by the start of Senior year for Senior Privileges (parking, etc.)

SELECTING COURSES Schedules:

No Typical Schedule Mix of Honors and College Prep Courses When considering Honors focus mainly on individual

strengths Students Should:

Check the Teacher Recommendation Form and see what is recommended.

Consider their time commitment to outside activities (i.e. dance, sports, babysitting, etc.) and how it relates to the amount of time they may have to dedicate to homework each night.

Consider their own self-awareness (stress and maturity levels)

MORE ON THE RECOMMENDATION PROCESS

Contact to your present teachers if you have questions or concerns.

Talk to your school counselor. Check graduation requirements to assist in

planning. Carefully select courses for next year. Carefully evaluate the rigor of your course

selections (college prep or honors?). Have the form signed by your parent or

guardian and include your email address.

DUE FEBRUARY 1st to Mrs. Young, HKMS

CAREER AND VOCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Business/Computer Education DepartmentHelps to equip students with the knowledge base and

foundation skills for college, career, and personal success. Course offerings include beginning and advanced computer classes as well as accounting, marketing and management, business law, and college and career preparation.

Family and Consumer Science DepartmentThis department is made up of two programs: Child

Development and Culinary Arts. Students interested in childhood education, childhood development, pediatrics, or child psychology should take classes in the Childhood Development class. Students will learn about restaurant operations, food purchasing and preparing meals in quantity. Practical experience will be gained by the operation of the school’s restaurant, The Cougar Café, as well as preparing meals for senior citizens, and special dinners throughout the year.

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CAREER AND VOCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Technology Education Department Tech Ed students prepare to be technologically aware, literate,

sensitive, capable and competent in a rapidly changing technological society. All students should actively participate in broad experiences in communications, transportation, and manufacturing/production. Students must learn the impact of technology on life in present day, the ability to carry out the application of scientific, mathematical, technological, and experientially-based problem solving.

On-line Learning Virtual/on-line courses delivered over the internet allow students

the opportunity enroll in classes that are unique to their career goals, allow for credit recovery, and provide course opportunity when scheduling is a problem. Homework assignments are normally submitted electronically and all communication with the teacher occurs via electronic media.

Vinal Technical High School, Middletown A regional technical high school offering four year programs in a wide

variety of vocational areas including auto body repair, auto mechanics, carpentry, machine drafting, electricity, electronics, health service occupations, machine tools, computer technology, and practical nursing. If you are interested in Vinal, please speak with your school counselor.

CAN I TAKE THIS CLASS? – HOW TO DETERMINE IF A COURSE FITS YOU?

You can read about each class offered at HKHS in our Opportunities Book.

Please check to see that you fit the criteria for each

class you are signing up for including prerequisites and grade level.

SAMPLE 1- (Freshmen not eligible) #730 – Basic Automotive Systems Prerequisites: None Credits 0.5 Open to: 10, 11, 12 Duration: one semester Course Description: In this course,…

SAMPLE 2- (Freshmen eligible) #741 – Technical Metals 1 Prerequisites: None Credits 0.5

Open to: ALL Duration: one semester Course Description: This course will serve all students who are …

ATHLETICS AT HK…A SPORTS PHYSICAL IS REQUIRED EVERY 12 MONTHS (AVAILABLE ON WEB SITE)

Field Hockey Swimming & Diving Volleyball (girls) Soccer Football Cheerleading Basketball

Indoor & Outdoor Track Cross Country Wrestling Baseball Softball Tennis Golf Lacrosse (boys and girls)

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Computer Club (Technology Student Organization)

Cougar Chronicle French Honor Society Gay, Lesbian and

Straight Students (GLASS)

Geocaching Club HK Players High School Bowl Human Relations Club

(HRC)

International Culture Club

Math League National Art Honor

Society (NAHS) National Honor Society OPTICON Yearbook Pep Band Reflections Spanish Honor Society Student Council Students Against

Destructive Decisions (SADD)

*Students will receive an updated copy of all activities at Freshmen Orientation!

We encourage all students to participate in clubs that support their interests.

GRADE 9 EXPECTATIONS

Stay organized and set priorities Do HOMEWORK! School Work is Homework Prep for Success (1st marking period

minimum) EXPLORE Academic Readiness and Career

Assessment (October 2013) Advisory period weekly for high school career Begin Community Service ASAP – summer

before grade 9 Visit College Fair Get involved – sports, clubs, drama

HKHS SCHEDULE

MON (45 min) TUE (65 min) WED (65 min) THU (65 min) FRI (45 min)

                   

HR 7:25 – 7:35 HR 7:25 – 7:35 HR 7:25 – 7:35 HR 7:25 – 7:35 HR 7:25 – 7:35

                   

A 7:40 – 8:25 A 7:40 – 8:45 B 7:40 – 8:45 A 7:40 – 8:45 A 7:40 – 8:25

                   

B 8:30 - 9:15 B   Advisor/Advisee C B 8:30 - 9:15

      8:50 - 9:55   8:50 - 9:22   8:50 - 9:55    

C 9:20 - 10:05     SS Reading     C 9:20 - 10:05

          9:23 - 9:55        

D 10:10 - 10:55 D 10:00 - 11:05 C 10:00 - 11:05 D 10:00 - 11:05 D 10:10 - 10:55

                   

L/A 11:00 - 11:40 L/A 11:10 - 11:50 L/A 11:10 - 11:50 L/A 11:10 - 11:50 L/A 11:00 - 11:40

                   

E 11:45 - 12:30 E 11:55 - 1:00 F 11:55 - 1:00 E 11:55 - 1:00 E 11:45 - 12:30

                   

F 12:35 - 1:20             F 12:35 - 1:20

    F 1:05 - 2:10 G 1:05 - 2:10 G 1:05 - 2:10    

G 1:25 - 2:10             G 1:25 - 2:10

                   

FRESHMEN ORIENTATION Held in Late August Students receive their

schedules in the mail mid-August and an additional copy at Orientation

HKHS Student Ambassadors will show freshmen around the building and answer any questions

Students will meet their HR teachers

Parents will meet with Principal and Assistant Principals while students tour the building

Light refreshments in the café following the presentation

CONTACT INFORMATION

Check Out the Web Site: www.rsd17.orgPlease visit the School Counseling Web Page!

HKHS School Counseling Department860-554-5750

Maryann Grimaldi, Dean of Academics x 3503, mgrimaldi@rsd17.org

Stacey Mahoney, School Counselor x 3505, smahoney@rsd17.org

Peter Ettlinger, School Counselor x 3506, pettlinger@rsd17.org

Kaitlin Sullivan-Freimuth, School Counselor x3504, ksullivan@rsd17.org