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E AGLE M ISSION Welcome to GJHS where students are: Prompt Polite Prepared

S TUDENT E XPECTATIONS K now yourself —both strengths & weaknesses A ttend classes daily A ttempt and promptly submit all assignments U se an agenda to remain organized C onsistently check grades using Student Portal A sk questions as necessary B e prepared and professional

C AMPUS L IFE E XPECTATIONS Get involved in extra-curricular activities ◊ Clubs ◊ Sports ◊ Career academies ◊ Community Service Make new friends & memories Enjoy being a GJHS Eagle!!

G RADUATION R EQUIREMENTS — 4 YEARS /24 C REDITS 4 English 4 Math including: Alg. 1 (EOC 30% & Pass), Geo. (EOC 30%), 3 Science including: Bio. (EOC 30%) 3 Social Studies including: World Hist., US Hist. (EOC 30%), US Gov (.5) & Econ. w/ Fin. Lit. (.5) Subject to Florida Legislative Changes

G RADUATION R EQUIREMENTS — 4 YEARS /24 C REDITS 1 Fine/Performing Arts 1 Physical Education (HOPE) 8 Electives Passing score on Grade 10 FSA Passing score on Algebra 1 EOC Cumulative un-weighted 2.0 GPA 1 Online Learning Course 2 World Languages (university admission & Bright Futures) Subject to Florida Legislative Changes

S TATE EOC C OURSES  All students taking State EOC Courses are required to take the End of Course exam  EOC exams count for 30% of course grades  State EOC Courses:  Algebra 1, (must pass to graduate)  Geometry,  Algebra 2,  Biology,  US History

O NLINE V IRTUAL E DUCATION Student/Parent requests the course on List your current middle school and counselor when creating your account. Suggested HS semester courses: Personal Family Finance, Law Studies or Parenting Skills Your current MS counselor will approve the course. PVS/FLVS will place you with a teacher which may take a few weeks. Continue to check your PVS/FLVS account for placement. Virtual grades in EOC courses must be recalculated to include EOC exam score Once you graduate from MS, change your school on your FLVS profile to GJHS

F RESHMEN S CHEDULE F ACTS Students are scheduled for their classes based on: 1. Graduation requirements 2. Course progression 3. State testing mandates 4. Class Size Amendment 5. Course availability Freshmen schedules include 3 academic courses (English, Math, Science) and 4 elective courses Intensive courses are scheduled based on State testing mandates (FSA AL1 & AL2) and count toward elective credit requirements Schedule changes are extremely limited as GJHS courses and personnel are determined by your requests on registration day

F RESHMEN R EGISTRATION F ACTS  GJHS Counselors will visit feeder middle schools (see calendar) to guide students in making elective choices  Students will make elective choices in priority order based on their preferences with #1 being most preferred  Elective choices will be impacted by FSA achievement levels  Registration information will be shared on the GJHS website as it becomes available

F RESHMAN R EGISTRATION 7 C OURSE M ATRIX Freshman Course Matrix AL 1AL 2AL 3AL Intensive Reading 1. English 11. English 1 Hon 2. Intensive Reading2. Intensive Math2. Algebra 1 or Geometry 2. Alg. 1 Hon or Geo. Hon or Alg. 2 Hon 3. Intensive Math3. Algebra 13. Science3. Biology Hon 4. Algebra 14. Earth Space Sci.4. HOPE4. AP Hum. Geography 5. Earth Space Sci.5. English 15. Spanish or Chinese5. HOPE 6. English 16. Elective 6. Spanish or Chinese 7. Elective Recommended Elective Options ROTC 1 Academy Choice Band Chorus Art

C AREER A CADEMIES

GJHS P ROGRAMS OF S TUDY Business Leadership Academy of Advanced Business Management (GEICO Sponsored) This Academy’s Program Completion will qualify you for PSC credits as well as scholarship money AND an interview with GEICO. Job opportunities include Sales, Service, Claims, Auto Damage Adjusters, Underwriters, IT Professionals, Human Resources, College Recruiters, Accounting, Actuary, and Marketing. Students have the opportunity to earn industry certification. Intro Info Tech JROTC The GJHS JROTC Eagle Battalion curriculum prepares students for entry into any leadership program. The JROTC leadership component includes but is not limited to citizenship, management, finance, technical and production skills. Lead Ed Tr

GJHS P ROGRAMS OF S TUDY Design and Technology Academy of Design and Technology This Academy will prepare students for careers in the high-growth, high- salary fields of a Digital Assistant Designer, Assistant Web Designer and/or Film Production Assistant. This Academy’s three tracks are for students interested in a technology-oriented career and pursuing the professional industry certification and specific career pathway as a Web Designer, Graphic Designer, and Digital Video Producer. (Digital Design Tech Track) Dig Des (Web Design Track) Found of Web (TV Production Track) Dig Video

GJHS P ROGRAMS OF S TUDY Legal Studies, Engineering and Drafting Academy of Legal Studies This Academy will provide students with career and college opportunities in the field of law. College-bound students will find numerous higher education opportunities in law, including public administration, political studies, and law school. Students have the opportunity to earn 2 industry certifications. Legal Off Tech Academy of Engineering This Academy is the joint effort of GJHS, Polk State College, and the business community to give relevant and comprehensive training regarding the field of Engineering and Manufacturing. Students that complete the Academy classes and pass the MSSC certification exam will receive college credit at Polk State College. Students have the opportunity to earn industry certification. (Engineering Track) Engineering (Pre-requsite:Alg.1) (Drafting Track) Drafting

GJHS P ROGRAMS OF S TUDY Medical Studies Medical Academy This Academy will provide students with the necessary skills and certifications for employment or continued education in the health care industry. Students will be provided with up to date industry information. They will be provided the opportunity to help work community events and complete clinical experiences within the industry. Students will have the opportunity to earn 4 industry certifications and participate in dual enrollment. Health Science/Anat. Physiology Academy of Vet Science This Academy is designed to prepare high school students for entry into post-secondary education majoring in Veterinary Sciences, as well as direct entry into a related Veterinary career after high school. Students have the opportunity to earn industry certification as a Veterinary Technician. Vet Assist Agriscience: (Ani. Sci. & Ag Mech.Tracks) Ag Foundations Sports Education HOPE (1 yr) Meets Virtual & PE Requirements

GJHS P ROGRAMS OF S TUDY Arts and Family Sciences Academy of Culinary Arts This Academy will provide the opportunity to learn culinary fundamentals in taste, presentation and cooking technique. It will allow for experience in the kitchen as well as all aspects of cost control, safety and sanitation, nutrition and kitchen management. Working at a school based catering/restaurant setting provides many learning experiences. Students have the opportunity to earn the ProStart Certification as well as certification in SafeStaff and ServSafe. Culinary Arts I Arts The performing and visual arts curriculum reaches a high academic and performance expectation. Each student has the opportunity to explore their talents in a rigorous program of study. Technical proficiency as well as competency-based learning contributes to the student’s experience. Performing Arts Band Orchestra Chorus Musical Theatre Music of the World Visual Arts 2D Studio Art

A CADEMIC E LECTIVES Academic Electives (Subject to student’s academic history and course availability)  AP Human Geo  AP Env. Sc i1 (Prerequisite: Biology)  Spanish  Spanish  Spanish 2 Hon H  Spanish 3 Hon  Chinese  Chinese  Chinese

R EGISTRATION S HEET

G UIDANCE S URVEY (Circle Yes or No)  Would you like to go to college? Y or N  Has anyone in your family graduated from college? Y or N

March 2016 MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday R EGISTRATION S CHEDULESWMS 9:15 AM RSA8:00AM SPLS8:30AM RWBA9:40AM SHMS1:00PM LCMA8:00AM CLMS 9:30AM LHMS9:00AM SPRING BREAK!!!

R EGISTRATION U PDATE D EADLINE Parent Input:  Every student will receive a copy of their completed registration sheet  Parents should review students’ choices and submit any updates to middle school counselors  ALL updates must be submitted to middle school counselors by April 1 st Please be certain of the courses you have requested. Materials are ordered and teachers are hired based on the course selections of students.

P RIVATE TO P UBLIC T RANSITION June 27 th Private school students zoned for GJHS may enroll beginning June 27 th The following documents are required to enroll in a Polk County school:  A certified birth certificate  Immunization record (Immunization 680 Form)  A physical dated within one year, if first time in a Florida school  Two proofs of residence (dated within 90 days)  Current Apartment or home lease agreement (with the signature page of the lease where both tenant and landlord have signed), mortgage document, property tax record, rent receipt, home owners insurance  Current utility bill (electric, gas, water), cable, home or cell phone bill  Current Voter registration document, State of Florida identification card  Current Proof of government benefits (disability, Medicare, food stamps, Department of Children and Families (DCF) correspondence)  Current Florida driver’s license, automobile registration, automobile insurance

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