Klein High School Course Registration

Requirements to Graduate Earn 26 State Credits Pass required State Courses Pass all the following EOC tests: English 1, English 2, Algebra 1, Biology, US History

Graduation Plans Foundation Plan with options of: Endorsement Distinguished Level of Achievement Performance Acknowledgements “To be eligible for automatic admission at a Texas Four-Year Public Institution, students must successfully complete the Distinguished Level of Achievement and be in the top 10% of their graduating class-- Texas Education Code (state law)

Foundation High School Program w/ Endorsements Eligible for general admission to institutions of higher education 4 Eng Lang ArtsFour Credits English 1 English 2 English 3 English 4/Adv. Eng course MathematicsThree Credits Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 (4 th Math) ScienceThree credits Biology Chemistry Physics (4 th Science) Social StudiesThree Credits World Geography World History US History US Government (.5)/Economics (.5) Phys EdOne Credit LOTETwo credits in the same language Fine Arts One Credit Electives 5 Credits Endorsements: Curriculum requirements for the endorsement Two additional elective Credits

Endorsements 22 Multidisciplinary Studies STEM Business & Industry Arts & Humanities Public Services

6 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses related to STEM Computer Science Mathematics Science Combination of no more than two of the categories listed above Business and Industry (one of the following or a combination of areas) Agriculture Food and Natural Resources Architecture and Construction Arts Hospitality and Tourism Technology and Communications Audio/Video Information Technology Business Management and Administration Finance Manufacturing Transportation or Distribution and Logistics Marketing Technology Applications English electives in public speaking, debate, advanced broadcast journalism, advanced journalism including newspaper and yearbook

Multi-Disciplinary Studies (one of the following) 4 advanced courses from other endorsement areas 4 credits in each foundation subject area, including English IV and chemistry and/or physics 4 credits in Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, or dual credit selected from English, mathematics, science, social studies, economics, LOTE or fine arts Arts and Humanities (one of the following) 2 levels each in two languages other than English (LOTE) Social Studies 4 levels in the same LOTE American Sign Language (ASL) Courses from one or two areas (music, theater, art, dance) in ne arts English electives not included in Business and Industry Public Service (one of the following) Human Services Health Science Education and Training Law Public Safety Government and Public Administration Corrections and Security Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC)

Performance Acknowledgements  A student may earn a performance acknowledgement for outstanding performance:  In a dual credit course  In bilingualism and biliteracy  On an AP test or IB exam  On the PSAT, the ACT/PLAN, the SAT, or the ACT, or  Earning a nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification or license 8

Pre-AP/AP/Dual Credit Rigorous coursework & more homework “Extra” grade points Be better prepared for college Earn college credit

Distinguished Level of Achievement A student may earn a distinguished level of achievement by successfully completing:  Four credits in mathematics, which must include Algebra II  Four credits in Science  The remaining curriculum requirements, and  The curriculum requirements for at least one endorsement. 10

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Additional Information Class Catalog & CTE Catalog (both can be found online) Forms, info packets, and applications Classmates, teachers, and family Counselors – , before/after school KHS website:

REMEMBER NO SCHEDULE CHANGES After June 9, 2016

To Do! Take home the packet & review thoroughly with a parent Check for prerequisites, fees, forms, etc. Complete the Course Request List sheet & 4-year- plan (review and change as needed)—sign & have a parent sign Bring the Course Request List and 4-year-plan sheets with you when you meet with your counselor.

Meetings with Counselors 9 th grade students will begin meeting with their counselors to complete course selection January through their W. Geog class. 10 th grade students will begin meeting with their counselors to complete course selection January through their W. History class. If you are absent on the day your counselor meets with your class, your counselor will call for you on a make-up day.

Work Hard. Graduate!