1. COUNSELING DEPARTMENT NORTH SYRACUSE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

2. Counselor Breakdown A-DAY A-DAYMr. Scullion DAZ-HOU DAZ-HOUMr. Whittico HOV-MAO HOV-MAOMrs. Murphy MAP-ROB MAP-ROB Mrs. Asch ROC-Z ROC-ZMr. Kulakowski

3. The students must pass four out of five 40-week Units of Study (full year courses) 40-week Units of Study 40-week Units of Study English English Mathematics Mathematics Social Studies Social Studies Science Science German, French, or Spanish German, French, or Spanish Eighth Grade Promotion Policy

4. RequirementRegents Advanced Regents English 4 4 Social Studies 4 4 Math 3 3 Science 3 3 Second Language 1 3** Health ½ ½ Art and/or Music 1 1 Physical Education 2 2 A total of 22 units are required to graduate from CNS High School

5. o Many colleges prefer students to have 3 or more credits of Foreign Language. o The most important aspect colleges look for in applicants is a high school curriculum that challenges the student. This curriculum is equivalent to a Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation which includes at least 3 credits in LOTE. o If a student intends to pursue a college education, 3 credits in LOTE is highly recommended. ARE YOU REALLY CONSIDERING DROPPING FOREIGN LANGUAGE IN HIGH SCHOOL?

6. REGENTS DIPLOMA Students must pass the following Regents exams with a score of 65 or above: 5 Exams in total 1 Regents Exam in English (11 th Grade) 1 Regents Exam in English (11 th Grade) 1 Regents Exam in Science 1 Regents Exam in Science 1 Regents Exam in Math 1 Regents Exam in Math 2 Regents Exams in Social Studies (10 th & 11 th Grade) 2 Regents Exams in Social Studies (10 th & 11 th Grade)

7. REGENTS DIPLOMA WITH ADVANCED DESIGNATION Students must pass the following Regents exams with a score of 65 or above: 9 Exams in total 1 Additional Regents Exam in Science 1 Additional Regents Exam in Science 2 Additional Regents Exams in Math 2 Additional Regents Exams in Math State Comprehensive Exam in a Second Language State Comprehensive Exam in a Second Language

8. In Summary… To Graduate, a student must: 1) Earn a total of 22 credits 2) Pass all required courses 3) Pass all required regents exams (varies depending on type of diploma)

9. Special Note ============= Students may achieve the Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation by completing a 5 credit sequence in either Art, Music, or Occupational Education (Business, Technology, Family and Consumer Science, or Career-Technical Prep at OCM BOCES). Students pursuing a 5 credit sequence in one of these areas still need 1 LOTE credit to graduate.

10.  English  8 th grade teacher recommendation.  Should have a final overall average of 90 or above in 8 th grade English.  Must pass the 8 th grade English final exam with a minimum score of 90.  Social Studies  8 th grade teacher recommendation and placement in English 9H.  Should have a final overall average of 90 or above in 8 th grade Social Studies.  Must pass the 8 th grade Social Studies final exam with a minimum score of 90.  Science  Must have a final average of 90 or better in 8 th grade science. REQUIREMENTS FOR HONORS LEVEL COURSES IN 9 TH GRADE:

11.  Students who receive special education services will each have an individualized program that is determined by their IEP.  If you have any questions regarding your child’s course placements, please see his or her academic support teacher. SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS

15. Art Electives

16. Studio in Art 1  40 weeks = 1 credit  Fee: $15  Learn about various techniques and skills, as well as current trends in art.  Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Cartooning, Art History, Sculpture, Collages, Ceramics & Clay, Design, Art Careers.  Fulfills the Graduation Requirement in Art/Music.

17. Media Arts  40 weeks = 1 credit  Fee: $25  Exploring art through the use of traditional, digital, & video photography; learn how to use photographic, digital, and computer equipment; create your own digital portfolio.  Must own or have access to a 35mm camera.  Fulfills the Graduation Requirement in Art/Music.

18. Creative Crafts  40 weeks = 1 credit  Fee: $15  A fine arts craft class that concentrates on creating original works of art that are handmade and exceptionally well crafted.  Polymer clay, Handmade Book, Silk Painting, Ceramic Vessel, Beadwork Bracelet, Metal Bracelet, Wire Jewelry.  Fulfills the Graduation Requirement in Art/Music.

19. Design & Drawing for Production A  40 weeks = 1 Credit  Fee: $15  Architectural based class. Develop free hand sketching and technical drafting techniques to analyze and describe constructible objects and shapes (blue prints).  AUTOCAD software will be used.  A Technology Elective that will Fulfill the Graduation Requirement in Art/Music

20. Design & Drawing for Production B  40 weeks = 1 Credit  Fee: $15  Exploring various engineering systems and manufacturing processes. Gaining experience through theory as well as hands-on, problem- solving activities.  1 st Course in Project Lead the Way.  Possible R.I.T. College Credit available.  A Technology Elective that will Fulfill the Graduation Requirement in Art/Music

21. The following 2 half year FACS courses will fulfill the Graduation Requirement in Art/Music when taken together: Fashion in Our Lives  20 Week Course = ½ Credit  Fee: $7.50  Creating Fashions (sewing projects). Housing and Environment  20 Week Course = ½ Credit  Fee: $7.50  Architecture & Interior Design/Decorating.

22. Music Electives

23. All of these courses will fulfill the Art/Music Graduation Requirement:  Band  Orchestra  Chorus  Music in Our Lives  Listen to all genres of music; perform on instruments; compose and arrange a musical selection; utilize recording and other types of electronic musical equipment.

26. All 20 Week Courses Worth ½ Credit Each Career and Financial Management –Learning skills employers are looking for such as time management, personal budgeting, etc. Introduction to Business Marketing –Describes the role of workers and consumers in our economic society; provides an overview of the business world. Microsoft Word 1 –Developing skills in keyboarding and formatting documents. Digital Communications 2 –Designed to enhance business communication and presentation skills using Word, Publisher, and PowerPoint.

27. All 20 Week Courses Worth ½ Credit Each Food and Nutrition for Life Basic food preparation skills and nutrition awareness. ($10 fee) Culture and Foods Experience preparing and tasting foods from other countries. ($10 fee) Personal Relationships Explore the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development that occurs over a lifespan. Fashion in Our Lives Select and construct a garment and several accessories. ($7.50 fee) Housing and Environment Explore interior design/decorating and architecture. ($7.50 fee)

28. Technology Electives  Production  Design and construct a product. (20 week course, $9.50 fee)  Communication  Various communication technologies. (20 week course, $9.50 fee)  Transportation  Working with small engines. (20 week course, $9.50 fee)  Computer Aided Technologies  Computers and the technology field. (20 week course, $9.50 fee)  Design and Drawing for Production A  Architectural based course. (40 week course, $15 fee)  Design and Drawing for Production B  Pre-engineering course. (40 week course, $15 fee)

30. NSCSD PRE-ENGINEERING COURSES OFFERED 9 TH THROUGH 12 TH DEVELOPED BY THE ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (RIT)  Introduction to Engineering Design (Design and Drawing for Production B)  Digital Electronics  Principles of Engineering  Computer Integrated Manufacturing  Civil Engineering  Engineering Design and Development  - A Capstone Technology Research Experience

31. Recommendations for 9th Grade  English  Global History  Math  Science Teacher Recommendation Period: January 5 th to January 16 th

32. Course Selection Sheet è Prepared in school by student and School Counselor è Sent home WITH STUDENT è Look form over  if you approve, please sign and return the form  if you do not approve, please write comments on the comment line and return form to school, or call your child’s school counselor è If we do not receive the signed form back from students, we will use what we have. è Student schedules will arrive home at the end of summer

33. DO take challenging courses, including electives. DO continue to take a foreign language. DO get involved in school or community-based activities. Remember, its quality not quantity. DO ask your counselor which Advanced Placement (AP) courses are available and whether you are eligible. DO take the career project in Home and Careers seriously, it is a great opportunity to find out more about careers you may be interested in. DO create a dedicated study time & turn off your phone. DO keep a list of your awards, honors, volunteer work and extracurricular activities. Update it throughout high school. This will be helpful when you apply for colleges.

34. Scheduling Timeline October 20 th -23 rd Counselors meet with 8th grade students in large groups to discuss High School and scheduling information. October 27 th -December 19 th Counselors meet with students individually to plan their 9 th grade courses and discuss the four year plan. January 5 th -16 th Teacher recommendation period. On or About February 27 th 8th grade students receive course selection sheets in homeroom to be brought home for parent approval. On or About March 6 th Deadline for 8th grade students to return signed course selection sheet to counselors.

35. English Language Arts April 14 th – 16 th Math April 22 nd – April 24 th Science Performance Test – May 20 th – May 29 th Written Test – June 1 st

36. Clubs and Activities at NSJHS Broadcast Team Tech Crew Builders Club Class of 2018 Drama Club Family Career & Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Media Arts Club National Junior Honor Society Student Ambassadors Student Government Science Olympiad Spelling Bee Tech Crew Yearbook

37. Music Organizations CNS Field Band Northstars JV Winterguard Jazz Ensemble NSJHS Musical Vocal Jazz Select Band Chamber Orchestra Informal Small Ensembles

38. Sports Fall Winter Spring ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Football Basketball Baseball Swimming Bowling Softball Tennis Cheerleading Golf Volleyball Indoor Track Track Cheerleading Volleyball Lacrosse Soccer Wrestling Field Hockey Swimming Cross Country Ice Hockey Golf Winterguard

39. The NSJHS Counseling Department thanks you for coming!!!!