What every Sophomore parent should know about High School

Academics

RecommendedDAP English I English IIEnglish IIIEnglish IV

RecommendedDAPAlgebra IGeometry MMAAlgebra II Algebra II 4 th Math 4 th Math (If MMA was not taken)  Once a student takes Algebra II, they cannot go back to take MMA and will be required to pass a more advanced math class in order to graduate…… MMA serves as a good transition course between the Geometry and the Algebra II

 Mathematical Models with Applications (Not for DAP Graduates; must be taken before successfully completing Algebra II)  Pre Calculus CP  Pre Calculus Pre AP  College Algebra/Pre Calculus DE  AP Statistics  Calculus Pre AP  AP Calculus AB  AP Calculus BC

RecommendedDAP Biology Chemistry Physics 4 th Science4 th Science IPC may count as the 4 th science if taken before Chemistry and Physics

Anatomy and Physiology CP Anatomy and Physiology Pre AP AP Chemistry AP Physics Biology DE Environmental Science Pre AP AP Environmental Science Forensic Science (SRS ONLY) Medical Micro Biology (SRS ONLY) Scientific Research and Design IPC (Recommended plan only & must be taken before Chemistry & Physics)

RecommendedDAPWorld GeographyWorld HistoryU.S. HistoryGovernment (.5)PlusEconomics (.5)

PE 1.0 credits 1.0 Health.5 credits.5 Speech.5 credits.5 (Communication Application or professional communication) Fine Art 1.0 credits 1.0 Technology Credit1.0 credits 1.0 Foreign Lang. 2.0 credits 3.0 Electives 4.0 credits 3.0

26 credits

Only the core classes are calculated into the Grade Point Average……..  English  Mathematics  Science  Social Studies Courses taken through Summer School, Ed Options, AEP, Credit By Exam or off campus programs are not calculated into the GPA

Any additional core area courses taken after a student has met their requirements may be taken PASS / FAIL. Ex: If a student has completed 4 credits of math and they want to take a more advanced math course but don’t want it to affect their GPA, a student has the option to take the course PASS/FAIL. The course and grade will still show up on the transcript, but it is not calculated into the GPA. These courses do count towards UIL Eligibility.

 10 th grade6 credits  11 th grade12 credits  12 th grade18 credits  Graduate26 credits

In addition to the additional Foreign language, Physics and Pre-Calculus, a student must meet any combination of 4 of the following measures:  Meet “Commended Performance” on the PSAT.  Earn a “B” or better in a College course.  Earn an AP exam grade of “3” or better.  Earn a “B” or better in a Career and Technology articulated course. (a maximum of two measures can be used in this area)**

Agriculture, Food & Nat Resources  Agriculture Power Systems  Equine Science  Landscape Design and Turf Grass Management Architecture & Construction  Construction Technology  Interior Design Business Management & Adm/Finance  Principles of Business Management, Marketing and Finance  Accounting I  Accounting II  Business Information Management I  Business Information Management II  Business Law Health Science  Principles of Health Science Information Technology  Principles of Information Technology  Digital and Interactive Media  Web Technologies Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security  Correctional Services  Law Enforcement I  Law Enforcement II

 Early Bird---classes begin at 7:00 am and end at 7:50 am. Students can earn ½ credit during an 18 week period.  Ed Options---recovery program available to students 2 days a week from 4-6:00 p.m. These classes are for courses that students have failed, however, they must meet specific requirements.  Correspondence courses---Through Texas Tech or the University of Texas at Austin, students may take correspondence courses. The course must be approved by the students’ counselor.  Credit by Exam--- students may take a local CBE for a course they have previously failed or lost credit in. (70%) Students may also take a CBE from Texas Tech or UT for a course they want to get ahead in. There is a charge of $40.00 for each half credit and students must earn a 90%.

A student will automatically lose credit for their classes if they miss more than 4 days in a nine week period whether or not the absences are excused. ◦ If the absences are excused, a student will be given the opportunity to attend Saturday schools for every additional day they missed. ◦ If the absences are unexcused, student will lose credit for the classes and will not be able to make them up by attending Saturday Schools. Students will be given the opportunity to turn in an “Appeal Letter” if there are extenuating circumstances.

Students are considered for NHS during their Junior year. They must meet specific criteria:  Must have a cumulative 4.8 GPA.  Must have completed 4 Pre AP courses and be enrolled in at least 1 more their Junior year.  Must receive no more than 1 “Denial” from: ◦ Any grade below a 70 ◦ Referrals and detentions ◦ Negative comments from the staff ◦ 3 Unexcused absences ◦ Loss of credit due to excessive absences AEP placement = automatic denial

Students must complete a packet which includes:  Co-curricular Activities  Leadership positions  Recognitions and Awards  Service Activities: ◦ Students must complete 20 hours of community service (1/2 of which need to be in tutoring) ◦ 15 additional hours are required their Senior year (1/2 of which need to be in tutoring)

College courses are available to students once they begin their Junior year. It is extremely important that students do well on their TAKS so that they may qualify for these courses. A separate presentation will be made in early February with more specific information on College Course / Program opportunities.

Counselors & Administrators Ms. T. Guerrero1191A – Claudio Ms. M. Sauceda1177 Ms. O. Salinas1172Clayton – Garza, L Mrs. C. Mendiola 1104 Mrs. Y. Nava1366Garza, M – Koenig Mrs. M. Swift1189 Mrs. E. Ramirez1287Kolodzej- Ortiz Mr. J. Heath1307 Mr. G. Cruz1214Osuna – Salas Mr. J. Ramirez1163 Ms. M. Garcia1309Salazar – Z Mr. T. Silva1101 Mrs. L. Bazan1190Dean of Instruction Mrs. R. Molina 1351Rattler Pride Academy Mrs. E. Zendejas1171Mid Term & Jr. Grads. Mrs. K. Valdes1100Migrant & Spec. Pops Ms. G. Ramirez1211Go-Center

Go to the High School  Counselors Corner o Pre registration information o Pre AP/AP required Pre – Course reading o Career and Technology Education Courses o College Course opportunities o Student Planning tools “KUDER” o Tech Prep o Calendar  Go Center o Articles o College events o Links o Calendar

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