Class of 2018 East Bridgewater Junior Senior High School

E.B.HS Statement At EBHS our mission is to create a positive learning environment in which all members work collaboratively to pursue excellence and to maintain high standards in academic and civic pursuits, and in which all members promote respect for others, develop skills in a variety of disciplines, and encourage life-long learning.

Guidance Mrs. Clifford, Director of Guidance Mrs. Clifford, Director of Guidance (A-B) (A-B) Ms. Meaney, Counselor (C-L) Ms. Meaney, Counselor (C-L) Mr. Dickey, Counselor (M-Z) Mr. Dickey, Counselor (M-Z)

Today we will: Discuss the program of studies booklet. Discuss the program of studies booklet. Show you how to select your classes. Show you how to select your classes.

Freshmen must select a total of 35 credits English  5 credits Math  5 credits Math  5 credits Science  5 credits Science  5 credits History  5 credits History  5 credits Physical Education  2.5 Physical Education  st you will pick your general courses...

and then… Electives  Credits Enter your electives in order of preference

Course Levels? Teachers will recommend your level

College Preparatory – Similar to your most difficult middle school class, outside reading required. Homework: per course minutes daily.

Honors - Challenging… but possible… if you are committed. Must do reading, writing, and research. Homework: per course one hour daily. Advanced Placement (offered for grades 11 and 12)

Required Classes College Prep Honors English 9 CP English 9 H Algebra 1 CP Geometry H World History 1 CP World History 1 H Conceptual Physics CP Biology H

Required Classes College Prep Honors English 9 CP English 9 H Algebra 1 CP Geometry H World History 1 CP World History 1 H Conceptual Physics CP Biology H

Foreign Language Spanish 1 (College Preparatory) Spanish 1 (College Preparatory) French 1 (College Preparatory) French 1 (College Preparatory) Most colleges and universities require at Most colleges and universities require at least two years of study in the same foreign language. More competitive institutions require 3 – 4 years. *Consult with English Teacher

Year-long Electives 5 Credit Elective Courses Year-long Electives 5 Credit Elective Courses Concert Band Concert Chorus Concert Chorus

2.5 Credit Elective Courses Business Courses Intro to Computer Applications Intro to Computer Applications Business Seminar Business Seminar Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship Sports & Entertainment Marketing Sports & Entertainment Marketing Fashion Marketing Fashion Marketing Your Digital World Your Digital World Technology Courses CAD Design Drafting 1 CAD Design Drafting 1 Manufacturing I Manufacturing I Intro to Production Technology Intro to Production Technology Graphic Arts 1 Graphic Arts 1

2.5 Credit Elective Courses Music Courses History of Rock and Roll History of Rock and Roll Music Theory I Music Theory I Media Literacy Media Literacy Art Courses Art 1 Art 1 Ceramics Ceramics English Courses Creative Writing Creative Writing Journalism I Journalism I ELA Skills Review ELA Skills Review

Class of 2018 Graduation Requirements: Graduation Requirements: 20 credits in English 15 credits in each: math, social studies, and science 10 credits in fine or applied arts fine arts: music, drama, visual arts applied arts: tech education., business, production technology production technology 10 credits in physical education/health 10 credits in physical education/health 25 credits from electives courses 25 credits from electives courses Total credits = 110 Qualifying scores on the MCAS Math, ELA and Science exams required for graduation.

What is a Transcript?

Your GPA is the total of all the final grades you received in all your classes from grades 9 thru12. from grades 9 thru12. WHAT IS A GPA?

Grade Point Average – is the calculation of your grades: College Prep Honors College Prep Honors A = 4 points A = 4.5 A = 4 points A = 4.5 B = 3 points B = 3.5 B = 3 points B = 3.5

The GPA is then used to show colleges how well you have done in high school. This is one of several measures colleges use to determine if you are a good candidate for their school. The GPA is then used to show colleges how well you have done in high school. This is one of several measures colleges use to determine if you are a good candidate for their school.

Plan for Success at EBHS…

Have a good attendance record- don’t miss school unless absolutely necessary.

Take advantage of the variety of opportunities available to you.

There are activities in the areas of athletics, clubs, student government, art, music, drama, academic clubs, and community services.

COURSE SELECTIONS: COURSE SELECTIONS: STEP 1: TEACHERS RECOMMEND NEXT COURSE & LEVEL

STEP 2: Students Log into ISTUDENT: Select the IPASS icon from

User Name = Password = 6 digit lasid # (NO initials)

Student Changes Password Current Password: New Password: Confirm Password: Must be minimum of 6 characters Must include a number Cannot include Student ID

Student Views Recommendations approves or adds changes STUDENT RECOMMENDATIONS School Year: School Year: Approved Course IDCourse NameCurriculum Level Credits# Of TermsScheduled 22207SScience No 01/17/14Alexandra Frazier 01/27/14Student Name 05103CPConc Band (CP)35.004No 01/23/14Sheri Fernandes 08001BPhys Ed No 01/27/14Student Name 13054AIntro Prod (S)32.502No 01/27/14Student Name 13055AManufact 1 (S)32.502No 01/27/14Student Name 12001CPBusiness Seminar (CP) No 01/27/14Student Name Please check all courses to be approved. School Year: Teacher rec & student approves Student selection

Add Recommendations CourseComment English Foreign Language Mathematics Music Science Social Studies Art Electives Please Select 11

Step 3: Parent Signs into Iparent Approves courses Questions? Step 4: Counselor checks for prerequisites, graduation requirements, etc.

Remember-careful thought about your course selections now will provide you with the best possible schedule in the fall. Thank you for your attention!