INTRODUCTION TO FRESHMAN YEARAT

LAUREL HIGH SCHOOL

School Year2014 / 2015

People to Know

Karen Fox – PrincipalStephen Schreibeis– Assistant PrincipalHerb Townsend – Director of ActivitiesBecky Wommack– High School SecretarySheila Blohm – High School SecretaryBette Strever – High School SecretaryPatsy Taylor – District Secretary and

RegistrarOfficer Stan Langve – Student Resource Officer

Laurel High School Counselors

Brent EdgmondStudents with last names A – L

Mark GoyetteStudents with last names M - Z

Graduation Requirements

4 Credits of English3 Credits of Math2 Credits of Science3 Credits of Social Studies (World History, US

History, Civics)1 Credit of Fine Art (Art, Band, Vocal Music, or

Photography)1 Credit of Physical Education/Health1/2 Credit Information Literacy & Technology8.5 Credits of Electives23 Total Credits

http://mus.edu/Prepare/Prepare/MUS_Admission_Standards.asp#hsgrad

Montana University SystemAdmission Requirements

Course Minimum Core Years Rigorous Core Years

Mathematics Algebra I, II, and Geometry (or the sequential content equivalent).

3 Algebra I, II, and Geometry (or the sequential content equivalent) and a course beyond Algebra II (such as Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Computer Math, or course equivalent)

4

English Written and oral communication skills and literature

4 Written and oral communication skills, literature, and a designated college-prep composition or research-writing course

4

Science 2 lab sciences: one year must be earth science, biology, chemistry or physics

2 Full year each: General, physical or earth science; biology; chemistry or physics

3

Social Studies Global studies (world history, world geography), American history, and government. Economics, American Indian history or other third-year course

3 Global studies (world history, world geography), American history, and government. Economics, American Indian history or other third-year course. Recommend: ½ yr of other courses such as psychology, humanities

3

Electives World language, computer science, visual and performing arts, or vocational education

2 2 years of a second language, music, fine arts, speech/debate, career and technical education (such as information technology, computer science)

3

Students must complete the Board of Regents’ College Preparatory Program in

high school.

Bottom line is that you will need 4 years of English, 4 years of Math, 4 years of Science, and 3 years of Social Studies. If you expect to “take” the next step, you need to prepare for it.

NCAA Freshman Eligibility Standards

Division I and II schools – 16 Core Courses

4 years of English3 years of Math – Algebra I or higher2 years of Natural / Physical Sciences1 additional year of English, Math, or

Science2 years Social Science4 years of additional courses – NCAA

approved (Foreign Language)

NCAA Freshman Eligibility Standards

For more information – please go to:

http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Quick_Reference_Sheet.pdf

http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/eligibility_center/Eligibility_Rules/High_School_IE_Standards.pdf

NAIA and NJCAAEligibility for NAIA Schools are:

High School Diploma and 18 on ACT, better than a 2.000 GPA,

graduate in top half of your class.

Eligibility for NJCAA Schools are:High School Diploma or GED and admission requirements of the school.

Requirements for Out-of-State Schools

Always check website or catalog for the colleges being considered by your sophomore year of high school.

Requirements vary. Common additional course requirements are 2 years of foreign language, an additional year of science, and additional year of math.

Academic Rigor Please, please, please challenge yourself! Take the opportunity during the next four years

to do all you can do. Get involved with school activities and do your best to take advantage of the education and experiences offered to you.

It’s an investment – the more put into it now, the more benefits will be available later.

Start now as a Freshman, don’t wait until you are a Senior.

Differences in “Honors” classes, and “Regular” classes are increased pace of work, increased depth of material and increased demands of out of class time (homework).

Be College Ready!

Plan for 9th Grade

English – 1 year Math – 1 year Science – 1 yearInformation Literacy & Technology - 1 semester Physical Education/Health- 1 semester

Required Classes:

http://www.laurel.k12.mt.us/Page/187

Freshman Course Selections 2014 - 2015

Competitive Four-Year PlanGrade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12Honors Geometry Honors Algebra II Trig/Precalc AP Calculus, AP StatisticsHonors Biology Chemistry Physics Biochemistry, Honors

Environmental ScienceHonors English 9 Honors English 10 AP Language / Composition AP Literature / CompositionPE/Health 9 - 1 semester PE/Health 10- 1 semester US History Honors CivicsInformation Literacy & World History Foreign Language AP Foreign LanguageTechnology- 1 semester Foreign Language Elective ElectiveFine Art Elective Fine Art Elective Elective ElectiveForeign Language

Four-Year College StudentGrade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Trig/PrecalcBiology I or Earth Science Biology II Chemistry PhysicsEnglish 9 English 10 English 11 English 12PE/Health 9 - 1 semester PE/Health 10- 1 semester US History CivicsInformation Literacy & World History Elective ElectiveTechnology- 1 semester Foreign Language Elective ElectiveFine Art Elective Fine Art Elective Elective ElectiveForeign Language

Two-Year College StudentGrade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Algebra 3Biology I or Earth Science Biology II Chemistry PhysicsEnglish 9 English 10 English 11 English 12PE/Health 9 - 1 semester PE/Health 10- 1 semester US History CivicsInformation Literacy & World History Elective ElectiveTechnology-1 semester Elective Elective ElectiveFine Art Elective Fine Art Elective Elective ElectiveElective

Career and Technical Education StudentGrade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12Pre-Algebra Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2Science class Science class Fine Art Elective CivicsEnglish 9 English 10 English 11 English 12PE/Health 9 - 1 semester PE/Health 10- 1 semester US History Fine Arts Information Literacy & World History Elective ElectiveTechnology-1 semester Elective Elective ElectiveElective Elective Elective ElectiveElective

Infinite Campus

Please go tohttp://www.laurel.k12.mt.us

On the top right cornerplease click on

“Infinite Campus – Parent/Student Portal”

English Choices

English 9

Honors English – Must have a B average in 8th English or teacher recommendation. Summer reading requirement: Great Expectations by Charles Dickens.

Math Choices

Placement is based upon grade in current math class, NWEA scores, and teacher recommendation.

Pre-Algebra – recommendation by 8th grade math teacher

Algebra I – recommended for most 9th gradersGeometry – Students who have taken Algebra I in

the eighth grade ,have the appropriate NWEA test scores, and have been recommended.

Honors Geometry- Students who have been recommended for the honors track by their 8th grade teacher and have the appropriate NWEA test scores.

Four Year Plan – Depends on where you start

General Math I Pre-Algebra Algebra 1 Honors Geometry

General Math II Algebra 1 Geometry Honors Algebra 2

AP Calculus

Trig/PreCalculusAlgebra 2

Dual Credit College Algebra

AP Statistics

Consumer Math

RTI Math Math LabRepeat Alg 1/Geo

Math Course Sequencing Chart

Science ChoicesEarth ScienceBiology IHonors Biology (Biology I & Biology II)

Four Year Plan – College prep = Biology I, Earth Science / Biology II, Chemistry, Physics

Rigorous prep = Honors Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Chemistry II / Honors Environmental Science

Information Literacy & Technology

Information Literacy & Technology is a required course for all freshman. It is only a semester course.

There is homework most every day!

Study Hall is an option for students who believe they may need time during the school day to get homework done. Especially students who participate in extracurricular activities, who have jobs, or may need extra time to get work completed. Study Hall also will enable students to have the opportunity to access the Math Lab to get extra help in their math and class.

Sample Schedules

1. English 92. Algebra I3. Earth Science4. Applied Ag I5. Info. Lit & Tech6. Band7. Study Hall

1. English 92. Algebra I3. Earth Science4. PE / Health 95. Applied Ag I6. Band7. Study Hall

1st Semester 2nd Semester

This is not the order that classes would be scheduled in. This is done by the Infinite Campus software as to best balance the class loads with all sections.

1st Semester 2nd Semester

1. Honors English2. Honors Geometry3. Honors Biology4. Study Hall5. Info. Lit & Tech6. Spanish I7. Chorale

1. Honors English2. Honors Geometry3. Honors Biology4. PE / Health 95. Study Hall6. Spanish I7. Chorale

This is not the order that the classes will be scheduled in.

Additional InformationAttendance and Tardy policy – On 11th day of absence,

students grade is reduced by 10% and 2% points for each day after 11. Three tardies count as one day of absence.

Communicate with teachers when concerned. Please do not wait for mid-terms. Please use email or phone. Email addresses and phone numbers will be posted on web site and are in the student handbook. Infinite Campus is the easiest way to communicate and obtain information.

Students are earning credits towards graduation. Classes needed to graduate, will be taken until student receives a passing grade.

Lunch at Laurel High School is $3.00 daily specials. A la carte menu items are also offered and are individually priced.

Additional Information

Eligibility is determined at midterm and quarter. Freshmen eligibility is based on the eighth grade 4th quarter grades. Students must have a 2.0 GPA and no more than 1 failing mark.

Driver’s Ed –Students must be 14 ½ the first day of class. Cost - $200. Classes are offered throughout the summer. Announcements will be made at the middle school about registration. You may call the main HS office for more information later.

Pre-registrations are not accepted.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Art/Culture Club Girls BasketballArt of the Ninja Boys Basketball

Business Professionals of America (BPA) Boys FootballDrama Club Girls Cross Country

Economic Challenge Boys Cross CountryFuture Farmers of America (FFA) Girls Volleyball

Spanish Club Boys WrestlingCreative Writing Club (Literary Art Magazine) Girls Track

Locomotive Express (Coffee Cart) Boys TrackPoetry Club Girls Golf

Robotics Club Boys GolfRocket Club Girls Softball

Leo Club Girls SoccerStudent Council Boys SoccerOutdoors Club Speech, Drama and Debate

S.T.A.N.D. CheerleadingNational Honor Society

LHS Clubs, Organizations and Activities

New Students to LHS

If you are an out-of-district student, to begin the registration process of entering Laurel Public Schools students must first register at the Central Administration office: 410 Colorado Avenue, Laurel, MT 59044

Contact person is the District Secretary Patsy Taylor- 628-3351