KAS Parent Night Camille Dixon Curriculum Coordinator

Unique Challenges of High School Transition Organization -Longer, more involved assignments Long Term planning - College

How do I find out how my child is doing in class? Jupiter SIS Contact the teacher by or phone Quarterly and semester report cards Progress Reports – Posted on Jupiter everyday!

What do I do if my child is having difficulty? Student can get help from teachers directly Parent-Teacher Conference Learning Support Center Open Sunday-Thursday at Lunch and After School from 2:30-4:00 pm in the Library.

Communication Jupiter: KAS website: Parent Conference Day Teacher Newsletters Curriculum Guide

Parent – Teacher Communication Why? Questions or concerns regarding your child’s progress in class. How? By or phone (contact information on KAS website) When? As soon as you have a concern – do not wait!

School Policies The student Agenda publishes all the School Policies regarding the rules and consequences of conduct at KAS.

Student Involvement on Campus Athletic Teams Clubs

Athletic Teams Students must tryout for most teams prior to the season and maintain a 2.0 GPA and satisfactory citizenship.

Clubs Students are encouraged to find a few clubs of interest and maintain involvement throughout high school.

High School Graduation Requirements 4 English 3 Math 3 Science 1 additional Math or Science 3 Social Studies 1 Art 2 Foreign Language 1 Physical Education 5 Electives

Graduation Requirements ½ Personal Health ½ Life Management 24 Total Credits Students must earn a 60% or higher to pass a class.

FRESHMEN  English I  Algebra I  Biology  Modern World History  Physical Education  Arabic  Religion*  Electives SOPHOMORE  English II  Geometry  Chemistry  Ancient World History  Physical Education  Arabic  Religion*  Electives JUNIOR  English III  Algebra II or Other Math  Physics or Other Science  US History  Personal Health  Arabic  Religion*  Electives SENIOR  English IV  Pre-Calculus or other math recommended  Environmental Science or other science recommended  American Government  Economics  Arabic  Religion*  Electives

Tips for Success  Aim for a high GPA  Take challenging courses  Get Organized! Use the Student Agenda.  Get to know your teachers

Suggestions for College Entrance A. History and Social Science (3 years, 4 years recommended ) B. English (4 years) C. Mathematics (3 years, 4 years recommended) D. Science (3 years Lab Science, 4 years recommended) E. Foreign Language (2 years) F. Visual and Performing Arts (1 year) G. College Prep Elective (1/2 year)

Suggestions for College Entrance SAT Reasoning or ACT with Writing TOFEL SAT Subject Tests Choose challenging and rigorous courses Community Service No “D” grades accepted, earn a C- or higher. Repeated grades will be calculated into GPA

Other Post Secondary Options Career & Technical Education Military Workforce

Questions?