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Welcome HHS Coyotes!
Class of 2018!
Tonight’s Agenda• Welcome to Heritage High School• Topics • School Communications• Transitioning to a New High School/9th Grade• New Graduation Plans (Class of 2018)• Schedule Pickup for 9th
• New Student Orientation• Coyote Roundup
Communication•Principal’s Weekly Letter•Recorded Messages•Home Access•Teacher Websites•Family Connection Emails•Phone, Email, Messaging•Heritage Addendum•9th Grade Tab on Website•Twitter•Facebook
Frequently Asked Questions
Freshmen tab on the Heritage Website
High School Checklist Get organized and set goals. Plan to excel in all classes; GPA
starts with 9th grade coursework.
Sign up for at least one Pre-AP Course
Be involved! Join at least one club or organization on campus.
Participate in at least one extracurricular activity. This can be focused on academics, fine arts and/or athletics.
High School Checklist
Volunteer in the community and at school. We encourage students to accrue 25 hours of service per year.
Research career and college options in preparation for the future.
Participate in the Commitment to Graduate® celebration, and commit to graduation in 4 years.
The First Days of School
• Relationship Building• Olweus Presentations on Student Interactions• Grade-Level Presentations• Student-Teacher Mentor Program
Alpha AssignmentsAssistant Principals Counselors
Jennifer Redden, Associate [email protected]
Ronnie Sterling, A – [email protected]
Diana Topham E – [email protected]
Michelle Zurek, Lo – Ro [email protected]
Brent Benningfield, Ru - [email protected]
Patti Wilson, Lead Counselor [email protected]
Valerie Harrison, A – [email protected]
Laurie Guerrero, E– [email protected]
Shelby McMurtre, Lo – Ro [email protected]
Leigh Spence, Ru – [email protected]
“What do I need to know about high
school?”Video
FISD Foundation Requirements
English Language Arts 4 Credits
• English I
• English II
• English III
• English IV
Mathematics 3 Credits
• Algebra I
• Geometry
• 3rd Credit of Math
Science 3 Credits
• Biology
• IPC, Chemistry, or Physics
• One additional science credit
Social Studies 4 Credits
• World Geography
• World History
• U.S. History
• Economics (one-half credit)• U. S. Government (one-half credit)
Fine Arts 1 Credit
Speech .5 Credit (Professional Communications)
Health .5 Credit
Foreign Language 2 Credits from the same language
Physical Education 1 Credit
Technology 1 Credit
Electives 5.0 Credits
FISD Foundation Requirements
Endorsements – Statutory Requirements
26 CreditsA student may earn an endorsement by successfully completing (26 credits):• curriculum requirements for the endorsement• 4 credits in math• 4 credits in science• 4 additional elective credits
Arts & Humanities An Arts and Humanities endorsement is only available through a Non-Career and Technical Education pathway.
To satisfy the Non-CTE path in the endorsement, students must select:
A. 5 total credits in Social studies and/or economics: OR
B. 4 levels of the same Language Other than English (LOTE) OR
C. 2 levels in one LOTE AND 2 levels in a different LOTE; OR
D. a coherent sequence of 4 credits from the same discipline in Fine Arts;
E. a coherent sequence of 4 credits from two disciplines in Fine Arts
Business & IndustryA. To satisfy the Non-CTE path in the Business and Industry Endorsement,
students must select four “elective” credits in English Language Arts (ELA). Within those four credits, students must select at least three levels in Broadcast, Debate, Newspaper, Yearbook, and Public Speaking.
B. To satisfy the CTE path in the Business and Industry Endorsement, students must select a coherent sequence of four credits in CTE that consists of at least two courses in the same cluster, including at least one “advanced” CTE course. The final course in the sequence must be obtained from one of the following clusters: – Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources – Architecture and Construction – Arts, A/V Technology and Communication – Business Management and Administration – Financial Systems – Hospitality and Tourism – Information Technology – Marketing, Sales and Services – Sports & Entertainment Management
Multidisciplinary StudiesTo satisfy the Non-CTE path in the Multidisciplinary Endorsement, students must select four credits in:
A. Each of the four foundation subject areas to include English IV and Chemistry and/or Physics OR
B. Advanced Placement or Dual Credit courses from the areas listed below: – English – Math – Science – Social Studies – Economics – Languages Other Than English (LOTE) – Fine Arts
To satisfy the CTE path in the Multidisciplinary Endorsement, students must select four “advanced” CTE courses from one or multiple endorsement areas.
Public ServicesAt this time, FISD does not offer a non-career & technical option in this category.
To satisfy the CTE path in the Public Services Endorsement, students must select a coherent sequence of four credits in CTE that consists of at least two courses in the same cluster, including at least one “advanced” CTE course. The final course in the sequence must be obtained from one of the following clusters: • Education & Training • Government & Public Administration • Law, Public Safety, Security & Corrections • Health Sciences
STEM
To satisfy the Non-CTE path in the STEM Endorsement, students must select a number of credits from one of the following options:
– Four Credits in a coherent sequence of Computer Science Courses OR– Five Credits in Math – 2 “Foundation” Math credits, Algebra II and two
additional credits in Mathematics courses for which Algebra 2 is a prerequisite OR
– Five Credits in Science – Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and two additional credits in Science (cannot include Integrated Physics/Chemistry (IPC)) OR
– In addition to Algebra 2, Chemistry, and Physics, a coherent sequence of three additional credits from no more than two from the STEM, computer science, math, and science disciplines
Students who choose this endorsement MUST complete:
Algebra 2 Chemistry Physics+ +
To satisfy the CTE path in the STEM Endorsement, students must select a coherent sequence of four credits in CTE that consists of at least two courses in the same cluster, including at least one “advanced” CTE course. The final course in the sequence must be obtained from one of the following clusters: • Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math
STEM
Distinguished Level of Achievement
A student may earn a distinguished level of achievement by successfully completing:
•A total of 4 credits in math, which must include Algebra II•A total of 4 credits in science•The remaining curriculum requirements•The curriculum requirements for at least one endorsement
A student must earn distinguished level of achievement to be eligible for top 10% automatic admission.
Performance Acknowledgements
• For outstanding performance• in a dual credit course• in bilingualism and biliteracy• on an AP test• on the PSAT, the SAT, or the ACT
• For earning a nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification or license
A student may earn a performance acknowledgement:
FISD Resources
9th Schedule Pickup•Schedule Pick Up: Thursday, 8/14/14 from 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
• What to Bring to Schedule Pick Up:• Proof of Residency• Class Dues ($25 cash or check)
Reading your Schedule
Marking Periods = Six Weeks (M1 = fall, M4 = spring)
Lunches will be based on 3rd period classes. This information will be given the first day of school.
Problems with Your Schedule?
Does everyone have –– English – Math– Science– Social Studies– 8 Periods You may pick up a schedule
change form from the counseling center. Only level
and program changes allowed.
“Where do I go on the first day of school?”
Students should report to the cafeteria. The bell to dismiss for first period will ring at 8:50 a.m. There will be no schedule changes the first two
days of school.
What We’re About…
We Are…
Our commitment is that every Heritage HS student will receive their diploma in 4 years. We ask
the students “Are you committed to
Graduate? ““Are you C2G ®?”
Important Information
• Building Open: Friday, 8/22/14 from 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.