1. Klein Collins High School
Course Registration
for
Incoming 9th graders

2. EOC
Endorsement

3. 3 Requirements to Graduate
Earn 26 State Credits
Pass required State Courses
Pass required 5 End of Course (EOC) Exams

4. End of Course Exams (EOC)
You must successfully complete the following EOC exams. Level II or above.
English 1
English 2
Algebra 1
Biology
US History
For more information go to:
KCHS website—Testing

5. Credits State Credits - count toward graduation
26 Credits Required
1 Full Year Class = 1 Credit
1 Semester Class = 0.5 Credit
Local Credits - do not count toward graduation (Office Aide, Student Leadership, etc.)
Denied Credit – Student does not earn credit due to excessive absences, despite passing grades!

6. Transcript Official academic record Send to colleges & scholarships
Semester averages
Total credits earned
EOC, GPA, Rank
Send to colleges & scholarships

7. GPA and Class Rank
GPA (Grade Point Average) - Grade points are awarded in each course and will eventually be used to calculate your GPA.
GPA determines your class rank.
Colleges consider GPA and Class Rank for admission decisions.
Remember your GPA and Class Rank start your 9th grade year!

8. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
GRADUATION PLAN
Academic Discipline
Endorsement
Distinguished*
*Eligible for top 10% admissions to Texas public 4-year institutions and TEXAS Grant eligibility.
Discipline
Credits
English 4
Math 4*
Science
Social Studies 3
Foreign Language 2
Fine Arts 1
Physical Education
Electives 7
Total Credits for Graduation: 26
*must include Algebra 2
Revised February 3, 2014

9. FOUNDATION GRADUATION PLAN WITH ENDORSEMENT
Revised February 3, 2014

10. Suggested Courses for 9th graders
English 1
Algebra 1
Biology
W. Geography
Electives: PE
Foreign Language
Fine Arts
Other Electives

11. Required Coursework 2 years of Foreign Language Most colleges require
Spanish
French
German
Latin
Most colleges require
2yrs of a Foreign Language
Must take 2 years of the same language or 2 years Computer Programming Languages (Computer Science 1 and 2)

12. Required Coursework 1 year of Fine Art Band Orchestra Choir Theater
(Performance or Technical)
Dance
Color Guard
Floral Design

13. Required Coursework 1 year of PE or Equivalent
Athletics
Cheerleading (S1 only)
ROTC (waiver)
Drill Team (waiver)
Marching Band (S1 only, w)
Dance
Can earn up to 4 PE credits

14. Athletics
9th Football, Girls Track and Girls Basketball are the only open enrollment sport at KCHS
All other sports require tryouts and/or coach approval
Sign up for PE until approved by coach or tryouts occur
Coach contact information on KC website and in your packet

15. Career and Technical Education (CTE)
cutting-edge, rigorous courses that prepare students for a wide range of high-wage, high-skill, high-demand careers

16. Why take CTE? Participate in hands-on, real-world training
Join student organizations and gain leadership experience
Learn the soft skills colleges and employers seek
Build your resume and portfolio
Be better prepared for college and career by saving time and money
Obtain possible scholarships
Earn business and industry recognized certifications for employment
Earn core graduation credits in Science, Fine Arts, and Speech
Graduate with an Endorsement in Business/Industry, STEM, or Public Services

17. Graduation Endorsements / CTE Programs of Study
Business & Industry
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Architecture and Construction
Arts, A/V Technology, and Communications
Business Management & Administration and Finance
Hospitality and Tourism
Information Technology
Manufacturing
Marketing
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics

18. Graduation Endorsements / CTE Programs of Study
STEM Endorsement
STEM: Engineering, Electronics, Robotics & Automation
Public Services Endorsement
Culinary Arts
Education & Training
Health Science
Human Services related to education
Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Securities

19. Sample CTE Certifications
Business & Industry Endorsement
Microsoft Office Specialist Master Certification (MOS)
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
ServeSafe Food Safety Certification
American Welding Society (AWS ) Certification
Cosmetology, Operator License
CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
STEM Endorsement
Autodesk
AutoCAD
Public Services Endorsement
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CphT)

20. Schools of Choice International Baccalaureate
At Klein Oak High School
This advanced, comprehensive program of study offers an integrated approach to learning with an emphasis on meeting the challenges of living and working in a global, technological society.
International Business Academy
At Klein Forest High School
A four-year, magnet program that encompasses the high school core curriculum with additional academic courses that emphasize business, foreign language, and global culture.
Additional information can be found on the Klein ISD website

21. Begin with the End in Mind
What is your career interest?
What CTE Programs of Study and/or specialized schools of choice will prepare you for your postsecondary education and/or career training?
Which Endorsement will you earn?
Plan NOW!

22. Advanced Academics Pre AP, AP, & Dual Credit
Rigorous coursework & more homework
Preparation of AP/DC classes
Earn college credit
Be better prepared for college
Higher GPA Scale
Consider your schedule, extra
curricular activities, and other
responsibilities.

23. Use Your Resources Class Catalog & CTE Catalog Forms and info packets
Classmates, teachers, and family
Counselors – , stop by before/after school
Attend TIE Night

25. Course Selection Sheets
Listing of the courses available
Key
* = 1 Semester Class
+ = Approval Required
$ = Fee Required
F = Form Required
▲= Prerequisite Required
Keep for your records

26. Course Request List Form
List the Course Name and Course Number
7 Class Periods
4 Core Classes + 3 Electives
1 Full-year Class = 1 Period
2 Semester Classes = 1 Period
3 Alternates
Student and Parent Signatures

27. Online Data Entry Meet with your Counselor
Bring 4-Year Plan & Course Request Form
Review at home via Parent Connection???????

28. FOUR YEAR PLAN Use Pencil
Include any courses you have taken in Middle School that you will receive high school credit for
Fill in blanks with classes you plan to take
Check required classes
ALL students must turn in a 4-year plan with a PARENT SIGNATURE.

29. Deadline for Schedule Changes
Check them carefully!
7 Class Periods
Electives
Schedule Change Deadline is June 11,2015
JUNE 11th

30. To Do Complete the YELLOW Course Request Form
Turn in 4-Year Plan and Course Request Form

31. How Do I Earn Grade Points?
Semester averages are used to determine grade points
Advance courses receive more grade points
“How to Calculate your GPA” power point is online on the KCHS website
GRADE POINT VALUES
Course Average
GT/AP/PreAP/Dual Credit
Advanced
Regular
100
6.0
5.5
5.0 99
5.9
5.4
4.9 98
5.8
5.3
4.8 97
5.7
5.2
4.7 96
5.6
5.1
4.6 95
4.5 94
4.4 93
4.3 92
4.2 91
4.1 90
4.0 89
3.9 88
3.8 87
3.7 86
3.6 85
3.5 84
3.4 83
3.3 82
3.2 81
3.1 80
3.0 79
2.8 78
2.6 77
2.9
2.4 76
2.7
2.2 75
2.5
2.0 74
*2.8
*2.3
1.8 73
*2.6
*2.1
1.6 72
*2.4
*1.9
1.4 71
*2.2
*1.7
1.2 70
*2.0
*1.5
1.0

32. KCHS Website http://kleincollins.kleinisd.net/
Check our website for announcements, deadlines, College and Scholarship information, other useful material.

33. Work Hard. Graduate!

34. Questions?