2013 8 th Grade Transitional Meeting

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21. Business Foreign Language Industrial Tech Language Arts Math PE/Health Math Department Dr. Johnothon Sauer Performing Arts Science Social Studies Visual Arts Teacher Academy

22. Required Courses • Algebra 1 • Geometry • Algebra 2 Elective Courses • Computer Science • Statistics/AP Statistics (after Algebra 2) • Pre-Calculus (after Algebra 2) • AQR (after Algebra 2) • Calculus/AP Calculus (after Pre-Calculus)

23. Freshman Year… What did your child take in 8th Grade? • Intro. to Algebra • Algebra 1 • Geometry What should your child take as a Freshman? • Algebra 1 • Geometry • Algebra 2 • Computer Science

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25. 9th grade Science option • Only ONE Science course option for 9th graders

26. Continuous Science will not be offered for 9th graders next year. • Students will still have the opportunity to reach Honors and AP Science courses in their junior year by taking BOTH Biology and Chemistry during 10th grade. • There is no option to take two Science courses during 9th grade.

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28. NINTH GRADE ENGLISH OPPORTUNITIES Students must choose either English I or Honors English I to satisfy ninth grade English requirements.

29. English I Course Description In this ninth grade college-preparatory course, students interact with the Common Core Standards. The analysis of texts from a broad range of cultures and time periods allows for argument and explanatory writing opportunities. In addition, students participate in collaborative discussions and present research. Writing conventions, vocabulary, and syntax are emphasized. Summer reading is required.

30. Honors English I Course Descriptions Honors English I covers the same Common Core curriculum as English I. Honors students are expected to progress at a more rapid rate; therefore, additional units of study, activities, and assignments are incorporated. An overview of English Language Arts Advanced Placement (AP) opportunities in later grades is highlighted. Summer reading is required.

31. Honors Considerations Prior to enrolling in an Honors course, please consider whether or not the student meets the following criteria: • A sincere interest in language arts- a desire to read and write at an analytical level • Parental support including the approval of reading more mature texts • An acceptance of an increased but not unmanageable workload • A grade point average of “B” or better in Language Arts If your child is unsure as to which English course is the best choice-please have your child speak with the current language arts teacher for more information. Students who demonstrate high achievement in a college-preparatory level class are encouraged to enroll in an Honors course at the start of the next school year.

32. Elective Options 9th Grade students have 3 English electives from which to choose: • Best Sellers • Creative Writing • Speech and Debate All students are strongly encouraged to take an English elective.

33. Business Foreign Language Industrial Tech Language Arts Math PE/Health Social Studies Department Joe Hammond Performing Arts Science Social Studies Visual Arts Teacher Academy

34. Required Course: • World History • World History after 1750 A & B OR • Honors World History after 1750 A & B

35. Similarities and Difference… • Similarities… • Use the same text • Cover the same time period 1750 to Present • Differences (Honors)… • Read and analyze a novel (Lemon Tree) • Portfolio Assignment (3 independent assignments) • Pre-advanced placement assignments (DBQ, essay)

36. Making the Choice… • Passion for History and did well in 8th Grade History • A good writer and is strongly considering Honors English • Loves to read and has good reading comprehension skills • Hard working and motivated student • Plans to take AP US take Honors World

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38. Options for Spanish: • 1B -- IIA -- IIB with teacher recommendation • IA -- IB

39. Options for All World Languages: • * ASL IA –IB • *French IA – IB • *German IA – IB • Mandarin IA – IB • Spanish IA – IB • * Require an Alternative World Language Selection

40. Options for All World Languages: Students may continue through…. • Levels I, II, III and AP in French, Mandarin and Spanish • Levels I, II, III, and IV in German • Levels I, II, and III in ASL

41. Business Foreign Language Industrial Tech Language Arts Math PE/Health Performing Arts Department Elaine Santos Performing Arts Science Social Studies Visual Arts Teacher Academy

42. Fine Arts Credit • Something for Everyone • Band • Choir • Orchestra • Theater • Technical Theater HS Band, Choir, and Orchestra directors place students in ensembles based on readiness, skill development, teacher recommendation and audition.

44. ……where everyone has a sense of belonging • Collaborative settings where students realize their contribution as being important to the whole • Educational environments that engage the brain creatively • Naturally cross-curricular

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46. Required Course: • ECA • Enhanced Communications Applications • Connected course between Speech & Technology

48. Electives for 9th graders: • Computer Applications for College • Intro to Web Design

49. 10th

50. Business Foreign Language Industrial Tech Language Arts Math PE/Health Health & PE Department Dave Hyatt Performing Arts Science Social Studies Visual Arts Teacher Academy