Welcome!

Class of 20168th Grade Parent Course Selection Meeting

Hatboro-Horsham High School

February 7, 2012

Mr. Dennis Williams, Jr.Principal

Opening Remarks

High School Introductions

Mrs. Tammy Stavenski-Bennick, Assistant Principal

Mr. Ralph Rapino, Assistant Principal

Mr. John Zuk, Assistant Principal

Guidance DepartmentMs. Sarah Carner

Last Names A - G

Mrs. Stacy Soricelli

Last Names H - Pa

Mrs. Marcey Varano

Last Names Pe - Z

Mrs. Pam HermannC.O.R. Counselor

Graduation RequirementsClass of 2016

Subject Credit Subject Credit

English 5.0 -7.0

Physical Education & Health

2.0

Social Studies 3.0 Creative Arts 0.5

Mathematics 4.0 – 6.0Technology Education

in Computer Science

0.5

Science 3.5 Electives 5.5 – 10.0

Graduation Project 0.5 TOTAL CREDITS 29.0

Course Selection 8th Grade Students were given a Course Selection Guide (CSG) on Monday , January 30th

Worksheets with teacher recommendations on Feb. 3rd

9th grade counts - transcripts will list all 9th grade final course grades

Choose your classes wisely, the courses you choose will determine your year-long 2012-2013 schedule. The master schedule is created based on your selections, which determines space available and class offerings

Course SelectionComplete your PE, technology and art credits early if you are considering Eastern Center for Arts & Technology

List your electives in order of preference on  your card – you might not get your top choice!

Courses may be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment or staffing restrictions

Credits should equal 8.0, 8.5 or 9.0

What courses should I take?• Students should take the most

challenging courses in which they can be successful, maintain a competitive GPA and still have a healthy lifestyle.  This means that students will have time left after studying for social and physical activities. The schedule should also allow students time to find or pursue their passions through electives and extracurricular activities.

Course SelectionWorksheets must be returned Friday, February 10th to Guidance

HS Counselors will input course selections with students on February 21st – February 23rd

Selections will go online mid-March

Last day for any changes – April 13th

Guidance Website

Directed Study/Lunch• No requests for Directed

Study/Lunch schedule changes, based on friends or other personal preferences, will be made. Students are individually assigned to a Directed Study with an available teacher on their schedule.

-Pages 6 & 7 of CSG

Mathematics & ScienceAlgebra 1

Intro to Probability and Statistics

Geometry

Physical Science

Environmental Science

English & Social Studies

English I-9th Eng Survey

Communication Strategies

Global Studies

World Languages &Business/Computer ScienceSpanish 1

German 1

French 1

Desktop Publishing

Web Design I

Computer Applications

Computer Skills for the 21st Century

Introduction to Computer Science

Basic Home Computer Skills

Music & Industrial Arts

Band

Band/Concert Choir

Concert Choir

Strings Ensemble

Piano Lab

Digital Media Technology

Digital Media Technology II

Technical Drawing

Introduction to Industrial Technology

Physical Education & Art/Family Consumer Science

Physical Education I

9th Grade Digital Photography

Computer Graphics I

Illustrative Drawing for Comic Book Art

Best of Baking

9th Grade Family & Consumer Science

Sample Schedule.

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Full Year

Semester 1

Naviance is a college and career planning resource that will help students plan their educational path.

Freshman AcademyFreshman year in high school is a time of excitement and expectation. It is a time when young people discover who they are and more importantly, who they can become. The transition from middle school to high school is a big step in a young person’s life. This transition is supported by our freshman academy model.

Freshman Academy

The goal is to assist incoming ninth graders in adjusting to high school standards, expectations, and routines as well as creating a greater sense of connectedness and belonging for students.

Clubs & Organizations• Adventure

• Anti-Defamation League

• Black Student Union

• Chess

• Class Advisors - Freshman - Senior

• Concert Band

• Fall Drama

• FBLA

• Gay/Straight Alliance

• Golden Pen Literary Magazine

• Hat Chat - Newspaper

• Hatters Inc.

Clubs & Organizations• Helping Little Hands

• Indoor Color Guard

• Interact

• Jazz Band Key Club

• Marching Band

• Math

• Model UN

• National Honor Society

• National Art Society

• No Place for Hate

• One Act Plays

• Orchestra

• Partnership

• Prom - Senior & Junior

Clubs & Organizations• Red & Black

• Robotics

• Skate Club

• Science Club

• Ski Club

• Students for Sustainable Future

• Student Council

• Vocal

• World Affairs

• Stage Crew

• Youth in Government

• Yearbook

Interscholastic TeamsBaseball

Basketball

Bowling

Cheerleading

Cross Country

Field Hockey

Football

Golf

Lacrosse

Soccer

Softball

Swimming

Tennis

Track

Volleyball

Wrestling

Summer ProgramsSummer Nights

• At the end of August, from 6:30-8:00 pm, we invite all interested incoming freshman to our Summer Nights Program. This will provide an opportunity for the newest members of our high school to gather some important information about the high school, tour the building, and find their classrooms in preparation for the first day of school. We hope to see you here in August.  

New Student RegistrationFor students new to the Hatboro-Horsham School District

New 9th grade students on Tue. Feb 21st & Wed Feb. 22nd

Items required at the time of registration are:Immunization records

Birth Certificate

Proof of residence - Lease Agreement, Settlement Papers or Deed to Property;

(3) bills that come to the home with your name and address imprinted;

Report card and/or Transcript (UNOFFICIAL).

Other documents such as an IEP or custody agreement if applicable

To register, an appointment needs to be made with Janice Moore (215) 420-5031 and a registration packet needs to be completed

After registering, please contact the High School Guidance Office for an appointment to select classes

Dept. Location for the Curriculum Fair

• Art – Gallery – F/G Wing

First Floor

• Business/Computer - 2nd

Floor in front of library

• English – H206

• Math – H101

• PE - Aux. Gym

• Science – A Wing

• Social Studies – H207

• World Language

• Spanish - B213

• French/German –

B214

• Counselors – Library

• Community Based

Learning – Student

Success Center