1. Atascocita High School
Welcome to
Atascocita High School
8th Grade Night
Class of 2021

3. Graduation Plans 26 total credits FHSP w/ Endorsement(s)
DLA w/ Endorsement(s)
4 English
(English I, English II, English III,
and advanced English)
4 Math
(including Algebra I and Geometry)
4 Science (including Biology)
3 Social Studies (W. Geography or W. History, US History, Gov’t, and Econ)
1 PE
1 Fine Art
2 credits of the same foreign language
7 electives
Meet all the requirements of the FHSP with Endorsement
Complete Algebra II
26 total credits

4. Endorsements The purpose of the FHSP graduation plans is to….
Instill flexibility in public education by enabling students to either pursue a traditional path into colleges and universities or move directly into the workforce (ex. Welding, Cosmetology certifications)
An endorsement is similar to a college major
Students can earn an endorsement in one of the following areas:
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
Business and Industry
Public Services
Arts and Humanities
Multidisciplinary Studies

6. Bridges will be open January 10th- February 10th
Endorsements
Since we have visited the middle schools to work with the 8th grade students:
Many new courses that have been added for each endorsement.
It is very important for you to revisit to make sure your selections are accurate.
Please check Bridges for all of the new courses that will be available for the school year
Bridges will be open January 10th- February 10th

8. Why are students being guided to choose a career pathway?

10. Languages Other Than English (2 credits required)
Choose from:
Spanish
French *
German*
Latin*
American Sign Language (ASL)**
*These LOTE options are not available on all campuses
** ASL is not offered to 9th graders, students can choose to take ASL starting in 10th grade
Must take 2 years of the SAME language
Ex: Spanish 1 & Spanish 2

13. Courses for Next Year
Check your student’s course selections in Bridges now.
Bridges will close for course selection on Friday, February 10, 2017
Students will receive course verifications this spring on their middle school campus.

14. Required State Assessments
In addition to earning required credits, all students must meet at least the Level Two standard on 5 End-Of-Course exams to meet graduation requirements.
English I
English II
Algebra I
Biology
U.S. History
EOCs listed in bold are typically taken during the freshman year, depending on the student’s schedule.

18. Stay tuned… FLIGHT SCHOOL FISH CAMP
Important dates will be announced as soon as the new district calendar is released. Check the AHS website for updated information about:
FLIGHT SCHOOL
All AHS students are strongly encouraged to attend to turn in annual registration paperwork, check student course lists, receive student IDs and textbooks, and receive free tardy passes!
FISH CAMP
Freshmen are invited to attend Fish Camp to learn more about AHS, take a campus tour, and meet their classmates. Pre-registration will be required and can be completed on the website once dates have been announced.

19. 8th Grade Night Interest Sessions
SELECT 3 SESSIONS.
STEM (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH) PAC
BUSINESS & INDUSTRY RED LGI
ARTS & HUMANITIES LIBRARY
PUBLIC SERVICE WHITE LGI
ADVANCED ACADEMICS BLUE LGI
STUDENT INVOLVEMENT/ACTIVITIES GOLD LGI
EMBRACING 9TH GRADE- HIGH SCHOOL SUCCESS SKILLS CAFETERIA
CAREER & TECHNOLOGY COURSE INFORMATION ROOM 1725
CTE and Elective teachers will be set up on Main Street between Red house and the library
Clubs and organizations will be set up between the Blue and Gold houses