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Work Hard & Be Nice
Freshman Information Night Class of 2016
Our Agenda
I. Welcome from Principal of the High School
II. Overview of High School Graduation Requirements by Scott Smith, Director of Secondary Schools
III. Overview of the 2011-2012 course selection process
IV. Overview of signature pathways for freshmen
V. Breakout Sessions
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James Scott SmithDirector of Secondary Schools
and School Improvement
It’s all about the next four years….
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SMCPS Mission
Know the learner and the learning expecting excellence in both.
Accept NO excuses, educating ALL with rigor, relevance, respect, and positive relationships.
From our Middle Schools, we have grades, attendance, and teacher recommendations
From our Data Warehouse we have county benchmarks and end of course exams
From the MSDE, we have MSA reading and mathematics scores
What do we know about our learners?
Know the
Learner
Expecting Excellenc
e
Know the
Learning
We know that the pathway chosen must be of high interest and individualized
We know that students must choose a completer pathway to be successful
We know that students need to complete 21 credits to graduate
What do we know about the learning?
Know the
Learner
Expecting Excellence
Know the Learning
Choice is the single greatest factor in motivating students – if they feel they are directing their learning, they will be invested.
Engagement comes from authentic learning with the students believing in the relevance of their work
Excellence comes from engaged students in rigorous classes
How do we get to excellence?
Know the
Learner
Expecting Excellence
Know the Learning
5 Career Clusters
50 individual completer pathways
High School
STEM
A
cad
em
y
Acad
em
y
of
Fin
an
ce
Glo
bal &
In
tern
. S
tud
ies
Fairle
ad
9th grade
4 year program
To this end, we have pathways of excellence
4 year program
4 year program
1 year program
From the beginning.. Before being overwhelmed with
more than fifty pathways to high school completion, we must first look at the core graduation requirements of each.
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SMCPS Graduation Requirements To receive a High School Diploma in St. Mary's County, students
must satisfy the following requirements:
Complete a minimum of 21 credits, including:
English 4Social Studies 3Mathematics 3Science 3Physical Education/Health 1Technology Education 1Fine Arts 1
Core Credit Total 16
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Additionally Pass all the High School Assessments
or earn a passing combined score Take a math class each year Complete the student service-learning
component Compile a web-based career portfolio Complete a program sequence
Completer Programs
Maryland University System Entrance Sequence:Completer 16 core creditsComplete 4 credits in
Mathematics to include Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry (non-trivial Algebra minimum in senior year)
Complete 2 credits in a World Language
Career and Technology Completer Sequence:Complete the 16 core
credits Complete 4 credits in an
approved Career and Technology Program Sequence
There are two overall pathways a student can take in high school
Dual Completer Sequence:Complete both the
University of Maryland and CTE sequences
MD University Completer Grade 9
Department
Available Courses
1 English English 9 Honors or CM
2 U. S. History U. S. History CM
3 Mathematics Algebra II H, Geo H, or Algebra I CM
4 Science Biology Honors, or Concept Based Physics CM
5 Career Technology Education
Foundations of Technology
6 Physical Education/Health
Physical Education/Health
7 Fine Arts / World Language
Fine Arts / Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Latin, American Sign Language
Maryland University System Entrance Sequence:4 Mathematics
credits which must include Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry
2 World Language credits
CTE Completer Grade 9
Department
Available Courses
1 English English 9 CM or S
2 U. S. History U. S. History CM or S
3 Mathematics Algebra I CM, Algebra Comprehensive, Algebraic Foundations
4 Science Concept Based Physics CM or Explorations in Science
5 Career Technology Education
Foundations of Technology
6 Physical Education/Health
Physical Education/Health
7 Fine Arts Visual Arts, Crafts I
Career and Technology Completer Sequence:Complete the 16
core credits Complete 4 credits
in an approved Career and Technology Program Sequence
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Credit Requirements and Promotion Targets
Freshman
0-4 credits
Sophomore
5 credits
Junior
10 credits
Senior
15 credits
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Promotion Rate 2011
Freshman
92.5%
Sophomore
93.2%
Junior
96.3%
Senior
96.7%
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Retention rates for 2011
Freshman
7.5%100/1338
Sophomore6.8%
88/1300Junior3.7%
Senior3.3%
Data from www.MDREPORTCARD.org
How can Freshman success be ensured? Put forth one’s best effort in 8th grade – all
the way to the end of the year Visit HAC weekly and take responsibility for
grades Take advantage of high school informational
sessions coming in the spring (extra-curricular activities and athletics)
Work with teachers and counselors to make sure the most academically appropriate courses are selected (after MSA)
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Course requests Making the right choice Mathemati
cs
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Geometry Honors Algebra II Honors
Algebra Honors Geometry Honors
On Grade Level 8 Algebra I CM
Algebraic Foundations
Algebra Comprehensive
Course requests Making the right choice English
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Grade 8 RLA Honors
English 9 Honors
English 9 CM
English 9 CM
English 9
English 9/90
Grade 8 RLA OGL
Course requests Making the right choice
Science
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Grade 8 Science Biology Honors
Concept Based Physics CMExplorations in Science
Must have completed Algebra and/or Geometry
Course requests Making the right choice Social
Studies
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Grade 8 Social Studies United States History CM
United States History
Final Choices
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PE/ HealthFoundations of
Technology
World Language
JROTCFine Arts
Select one of the following:
Spanish
French
German
Latin
Chinese
ASL
Visual Arts
Crafts
Theater ArtsChorus
Band
Strings
Course Requests
New enhancements to our Student Information System allow a student’s current classroom teacher to make recommendations for their next year’s class.
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Counselors
Once teachers have made course recommendations, counselors will meet with 8th graders individually to review these and move them over to course requests.
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Printed course requests
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At the end of the session, counselors will print out a summary of each students’ course requests. This will go home to parents for review.
This process will ensure that each student has the appropriate grade level course requests. These requests will be entered in the student information system and available for review by both the middle school and high school counselors
Special Considerations
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Students with Individualized Education Plans (IEP) will have their course requests reviewed and finalized during their spring transition meetings
Students who have struggled in middle school will have
their course selections audited to make sure they have enrolled in the most beneficial and appropriate
classes
Students accepted into one of the signature academies will be
hand scheduled by the hosting high school
What are the SIGNATURE ACADEMIES?
Where can I get more information?
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Visit www.smcps.org and click on the “Our Schools” tab.
www.smcps.org/ourschools.aspx
Check out the web pages for each of our signature academies
Check out the high school’s website for additional information
STEM Academy web page
Each academy website has valuable information including a PDF of their brochure, copies of informational power point presentations, frequently asked questions, and an on line application. The application form can be
accessed directly from the site and submitted electronically
Academy of Financeweb page
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The application form can be accessed directly from the site and submitted electronically
Each academy website has valuable information including a PDF of their brochure, copies of informational power point presentations, frequently asked questions, and an on line application.
Global and International Studies web page
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Each academy website has valuable information including a PDF of their brochure, copies of informational power point presentations, frequently asked questions, and an on line application.
The application form can be accessed directly from the site and submitted electronically
In the Auditorium….Ms. MontgomeryPrincipal LHS
The principal and selected staff will be available in the auditorium to answer any specific questions you may have
Email us We have set up
an email account for your questions and comments.
Please email your questions/ comments to:
Breakout Sessions
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Room: E07Session #1 6:45 to 7:05Session #2 7:15 to 7:35Session #3 7:40 to 8:00
There will be a twenty minute presentation outlining the academy, its requirements for entry, and the course of study for the program.
STEM
Breakout Sessions
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AOF There will be a twenty minute presentation outlining the academy, its requirements for entry, and the course of study for the program.
Room: E11Session #1 6:45 to 7:05Session #2 7:15 to 7:35Session #3 7:40 to 8:00
Breakout Sessions
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GIS There will be a twenty minute presentation outlining the academy, its requirements for entry, and the course of study for the program.
Room: Media CenterSession #1 6:45 to 7:05Session #2 7:15 to 7:35Session #3 7:40 to 8:00
(if needed)
Breakout Sessions
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FairleadRoom: E09Session #1 6:45 to 7:05Session #2 7:15 to 7:35Session #3 7:40 to 8:00
(if needed)
There will be a twenty minute presentation outlining the academy, its requirements for entry, and the course of study for the program.
Breakout Sessions
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JAFCTCRoom: E14Session #1 6:45 to 7:05Session #2 7:15 to 7:35Session #3 7:40 to 8:00
(if needed)
There will be a twenty minute presentation outlining the academy, its requirements for entry, and the course of study for the program.
Thank you
Please remember to visit www.smcps.org to learn more about the exciting opportunities for the class of 2016
Email questions and comments to “[email protected]”
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