1. 9th Grade Orientation

2. What is College?
Community/Junior College-Associates Degree or Certificate
Technical College-Associates Degree or Certificate
College/University-Bachelor of Arts or Science/Master of Arts or Science/Doctorate’s Degree
Professional Schools-Law, Medical; Etc

3. Applying for College
Take college entrance exams:
ACT:
SAT:
Test preparation:
Research different colleges.

4. Financial Aid Options Scholarships Grants Work-Study Awards Loans
Free money awarded to students of promise in academics, athletics, arts, etc…( & based on merit.
Grants
Money awarded based on family financial need usually doesn’t have to be repaid. Ex: Pell Grant
Work-Study Awards
Money is earned by a student through a job on or near campus while attending school and does not have to be repaid.
Loans
Money that must be paid back with interest.

6. Who Gets Federal Student Aid?
demonstrate financial need;
be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen;
have a valid Social Security number;
be registered with Selective Service if you’re a male;
be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a regular student in an eligible degree or certificate program;
be enrolled at least half-time to be eligible for Direct Loan Program funds;
maintain satisfactory academic progress in college;
sign statements on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

7. Applying for Aid
The student completes the FAFSA in October of their senior year.
For an early estimate of how much federal student aid you might be able to get use FAFSA4caster at
Visit to find out about education funding available from other federal agencies.
Visit to find out about money available from state governments.

8. A Push for Efficiency take Dual Credit Classes
ENGL 1301 & 1302
HIST 1301 & 1302
MATH 1314 & 1342
GOVT 2305
BIOL 1406 & 1407
VARIOUS ONLINE COURSES
Take the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) assessment at the end of 10th grade to qualify for college courses. This test is a reading, writing, and math test, for more information on the TSI see texas-success-initiative-assessment-sample-questions.pdf

9. College Bound Student Athletes
NCAA Eligibility Center
Take rigorous courses to prepare for the ACT/SAT
Take the PSAT as a 10th grade student.
Register with the NCAA clearinghouse as a Junior.

10. Helpful websites www.fastweb.com Scholarship Site
Official Financial Aid Site
Texas College Site
SAT and National College Site
ACT Site
Career Exploration Site
Scholarship Site
Username: aghs
Password: aghs

11. Graduation Plans

12. Foundation Graduation Plan
Algebra II
DistiD
Foundation 22 Credits
Endorsement
26 Credits
Distinguished
Business and Industry
Public Service
Arts & Humanities
STEM
Multi
Disciplinary

13. Foundation Plan FOUNDATION PLAN- 22 CREDITS
4.0 credits ELA (English I, II, III, IV)
3.0 credits MATH (Algebra I, Geometry, & Advanced math)
3.0 credits SCIENCE (Biology, IPC or Advanced science, additional Advanced Science)
3.0 credits SOCIAL STUDIES (World Geography or World History, US History, & Gov’t/Economics
2.0 credits FOREIGN LANGUAGES
1.0 credits PHYSICAL EDUCATION
1.0 credit FINE ARTS
5.0 STATE ELECTIVES
Math Models may serve as the 1 advanced math credit

14. Endorsements DISTINGUISHED Algebra II Algebra II Algebra II Algebra II
Eligible for Top 10% Automatic Admission
Algebra II
Algebra II
Algebra II
Algebra II
Endorsements
STEM
Algebra II
1 Science (Physics) or CTE Science
2 OR MORE Electives
BUSINESS & INDUSTRY
1 MATH
1 SCIENCE or CTE Science
2 OR MORE Electives
ARTS & HUMANITIES
1 MATH
1 SCIENCE or CTE Science
2 OR MORE Electives
PUBLIC SERVICES
1 MATH
1 SCIENCE or CTE Science
2 OR MORE Electives
MULTI- DISCIPLINARY STUDIES
1 MATH
1 SCIENCE or CTE Science
2 OR MORE Electives
FOUNDATION PLAN- 22 CREDITS
4.0 credits ELA (English I, II, III, IV)
3.0 credits MATH (Algebra I, Geometry, & Advanced Math)
3.0 credits SCIENCE (Biology, IPC or Advanced Science, additional Advanced Science)
3.0 credits SOCIAL STUDIES (World Geography or World History, US History, & Gov’t/Economics
2.0 credits FOREIGN LANGUAGES
1.0 credits PHYSICAL EDUCATION
1.0 credit FINE ARTS
5.0 STATE ELECTIVES
*Must be Distinguished to be an Honor Graduate (90 or higher GPA)
Math Models may serve as the 1 advanced math credit
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15. ENDORSEMENTS
A student shall specify in writing an endorsement the student intends to earn upon entering 9th grade.

16. Arts & Humanities (4 credits)
Career Examples:
Photographer
Editor
Fashion Designer
Writer
Artist
Musician
Sociologist
Graphic Designer
Requirements:
Foundation Plan Courses
Advanced Math
Advanced Science
2 Electives

17. Arts & Humanities (4 credits)
History – 5 credits
Foreign Language/Sign Language – 4 years*
Coherent Sequence of 4 Courses
Art (Chapter 117)*
Dance (Chapter 117)
Music (Chapter 117)*
Theatre (Chapter 117)*
*A combination of two in a sequence may be used. Ex. Art I & Art II, Theater I & II

19. Business & Industry (4 credits)
Career Examples:
Accountant
Business Administration
Forestry
Human Resources
Game Designer
Paralegal
Chef
Veterinarian Technician
Park Ranger
Requirements:
Foundation Plan Course
Advanced Math
Advanced Science
2 courses in the same “cluster”

20. Business & Industry Clusters (4 credits)
*Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources (Subchapter A)
*Architecture & Construction (Subchapter B)
*Arts, A/V Tech, & Communication (Subchapter C)
*Business Management (Subchapter D)
*Finance (Subchapter F)
*Hospitality & Tourism (Subchapter I)
Information Technology (Subchapter K)
Manufacturing (Subchapter M)
Marketing (Subchapter N)
Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics (Subchapter P)
*4 or more CTE courses that consists of at least two courses in the same cluster, including at least one advanced course in that cluster.

22. Public Service Requirements: Career Examples: Clergy
Corrections Officer
Federal Agent
Human Relations
Nursing
Social Worker
Teacher
Athletic Trainer
Firefighter
Game Warden
Requirements:
Foundation Plan Courses
Advanced Math
Advanced Science
2 courses in the same “cluster”

23. Public Service Clusters (4 credits)
Education & Training (Subchapter E)
Government & Public Administration (Subchapter G)
Health Science (Subchapter H)
Human Services (Subchapter J)
Law, Public Safety, Corrections, & Securities (Subchapter L)
*4 or more CTE courses that consists of at least two courses in the same cluster, including at least one advanced course in that cluster.

24. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Career Examples:
Bio-Technology
Computer Science
Programmers
Engineering
Pre-Professional Health (Medical)
Researcher
Veterinarian
Economist
Soil Scientist
Requirements:
Foundation Plan Courses
Algebra II
Chemistry,Physics
CTE four or more credits, 2 courses in the same “cluster” and 1 “Advanced CTE Course”

25. STEM Clusters STEM (Subchapter O) Computer Science (Chapter 126)
Math (5 credits; Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and 2 advanced math courses where Algebra II is a prerequisite (5 Math courses)-Chapter 111
Science (5 credits; Biology, Chemistry, and Physics and 2 additional science courses (5 Science courses) (Chapter 112)
CTE (Chapter 127)

27. Multidisciplinary Foundation Plan Credits
Requirements:
Foundation Plan Credits
Three different ways to qualify
4 Dual Enrollment Courses
4 AP or IB course: one from each core area
“4 x 4” Core with English IV & Chemistry or Physics

29. You will be able to take college courses with all endorsements if you meet TJC requirements of passing the TSI.
To take a college math course in high school, Algebra II is a prerequisite.
To take a college science course in high school, Physics is a prerequisite.

30. Acknowledgements
A student may earn a performance acknowledgement on the student’s transcript for outstanding performance in:
Dual Credit
Bilingualism
College Board AP exam
PSAT, ACT, or SAT
Earning a recognized business or industry certification

31. College Entrance Requirements
ALGEBRA II
University of Texas
Texas A&M University
SFA
University of North Texas
&
Many More

32. Grade Point Average (GPA)
GPA is calculated using the first and second semester grade from all English, mathematics, science, and social studies courses
Weighted courses will compensate for extra level of difficulty in the core curriculum areas.

33. Advanced/Weighted Courses
Pre-Calculus /Calculus
Honors courses or PreAP or AP courses
Anatomy & Physiology
Concurrent Credit (college-level) Courses
For each weighted class, an additional 10 points will be added to the sum per semester not to the report card grade.

34. Example Transcript Weighted Points 40 Honors English I 95/90
US History 90/85
Honors Biology 88/90
Algebra I 86/90
Sum = 714
Weighted Points 40
Weighted Sum=754
Unweighted GPA=89.3
Weighted GPA=94.3

35. Honor Graduates must be distinguished and have a GPA of 90 or higher.
GO FOR IT!
The distinguished allows for Top 10% Automatic Admission and acceptance to many universities.
Students who in the top 10% of their graduating class are eligible for automatic admission to any public university in Texas except UT Austin Top 7%.
Honor Graduates must be distinguished and have a GPA of 90 or higher.
Tyler Junior Presidential Honors Scholarship for the Top 10 highest GPA (Must be distinguished)
Top 10% Need Based Grant
Get an industry certification to be more employable and add to your diploma!

36. STAAR Graduation EOCs English I English II Algebra I Biology
U.S. History
A scale score of 4000 on Algebra I EOC and a passing grade in Algebra II will give you a waiver to take a college level math class in high school.
A scale of score of 4000 or higher on the English II EOC will give you a waiver to take all other college level courses in high school.

37. Steps to 9th grade
Choose an endorsement area: STEM, Arts & Humanities, Business & Industry, Public Service, or Multidisciplinary
Choose a plan under the endorsement area. Go over with your parents and both sign plan.
Fill out choice sheet for courses your 9th grade year.
Enter courses in the computer before you leave for summer break.