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RICHMOND PUBLIC SCHOOLS • 2011 – 2012 PROGRAM OF STUDIES • GRADES 6 – 12 • GRADES OF STUDIES PROGRAM – 2012 • 2011 PUBLIC SCHOOLS RICHMOND FOCUSING ON THE FUTURE A Publication of Richmond Public Schools Richmond, Virginia In accordance with federal laws, the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the policies of the School Board of the City of Richmond, the Richmond Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, disabilities or national origin in the provision of employment and services. The Richmond Public Schools operates equal opportunity and affirmative action programs for students and staff. The Richmond Public Schools is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The Title IX Officer is Ms. Angela C. Lewis, Clerk of the School Board, 301 N. 9th St., Richmond, VA 23219-1927, (804) 780-7716. The Section 504 Coordinator is Mr. Harley Tomey, Director of Exceptional Education and Student Services, 301 N. 9th St., Richmond, VA, 23219-1927, (804) 780-7911. The ADA Coordinator is Ms. Valarie Abbott Jones, 2015 Seddon Way, Richmond, VA 23230-4117, (804) 780-6211, for the Relay Center dial 711. The United States Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights may also be contacted at 550 12th Street SW, PCP-6093 Washington, DC 20202, (202) 245-6700. School Board Kimberly M. Bridges, Chair Dawn C. Page, Vice Chair Donald L. Coleman Kimberly B. Gray Maurice A. Henderson Norma H. Murdoch-Kitt Adria A. Graham Scott Chandra H. Smith Evette L. Wilson PROGRAM OF STUDIES Dr. Yvonne W. Brandon, Superintendent 2011-2012 / GRADES 6-12 PLANNING GUIDE FOR STUDENTS AND PARENTS Directory of Schools Middle Schools Thomas Jefferson Tanya Roane, Principal Binford Model 4100 West Grace Street 23230 Peter Glessman, Principal Tel: (804) 780-6028 Fax: (804) 780-6295 1701 Floyd Avenue 23220 Tel: (804) 780-6231 Fax: (804) 780-6057 John Marshall Beverly Britt, Principal Lucille M. Brown 4225 Old Brook Road 23227 Denise Lewis, Principal Tel: (804) 780-6052 Fax: (804) 780-4991 6300 Jahnke Road 23225 Tel: (804) 319-3013 Fax: (804) 319-3009 Open High Candace Veney-Chaplin, Principal Dear Parents and Students: Thomas C. Boushall 600 Pine Street 23220 Sheron Carter-Gunter, Principal Tel: (804) 780-4661 Fax: (804) 780-4865 3400 Hopkins Road 23234 We are pleased to provide you with the 2011-2012 Program of Studies booklet for Tel: (804) 780-5016 Fax: (804) 780-5396 Richmond Community Richmond Public Schools. J. Austin Brown, Principal Elkhardt 201 E. Brooklyn Park Boulevard 23222 Eric Jones, Principal Tel: (804) 780-4332 Fax: (804) 780-4423 Our school system is committed to providing a curriculum that promotes rigorous 6300 Hull Street Road 23227 academic course offerings, as well as other courses that feature career, technical and Tel: (804) 745-3600 Fax: (804) 674-5518 George Wythe Willie Bell, Principal special interests studies. Thomas H. Henderson 4314 Crutchfield Street 23225 Jeanine Turner, Principal Tel: (804) 780-5037 Fax: (804) 780-5043 This comprehensive publication will serve as a valuable tool for planning your student’s 4319 Old Brook Road 23227 Tel: (804) 780-8288 Fax: (804) 228-5353 Richmond Technical Center educational program. It includes additional information on graduation requirements, such N. Mauricee Holmes, Principal as: credits, grades, special programs, career guidance, advance placement and dual Albert H. Hill 2020 Westwood Avenue 23230 enrollment courses. All of these are important topics to be discussed by students, parents Michael S. Kight, Principal Tel: (804) 780-6237 Fax: (804) 780-6061 3400 Patterson Avenue 23221 and counselors. Tel: (804) 780-6107 Fax: (804) 780-8754 Alternative/Regional Schools It is important that parents pay close attention to the new types of diplomas that will Martin L. King, Jr. th Aaron L. Dixon, Principal Capital City Program affect the incoming 9 grade students in the 2011-2012 school year. Please take notice of 1000 Mosby Street 23223 Alberta Person, Principal the new requirements of each diploma type. Tel: (804) 780-8011 Fax: (804) 780-5590 100 W. Baker Street 23220 Tel: (804) 237-0600 Fax: (804) 237-0601 Fred D. Thompson Please know that our teachers, administrators, and school counselors are available to Rickie Hopkins, Principal Adult Career Development Center answer your questions. I encourage you and your child to meet with your school 7825 Forest Hill Avenue 23225 Dr. Clara Scott, Principal counselor on a regular basis, so that your child’s educational plan will ensure a successful Tel: (804) 272-7554 Fax: (804) 560-5115 119 West Leigh Street 23219 Tel: (804) 780-4388 Fax: (804) 780-8184 and rewarding learning experience. High Schools Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School for Sincerely, Armstrong Government & International Studies Doug Hunt, Principal Dimitric Roseboro, Principal 2300 Cool Lane 23223 1000 N. Lombardy Street 23220 Tel: (804) 780-4449 Fax: (804) 780-4538 Tel: (804) 354-6800 Fax: (804) 354-6939 Yvonne Brandon, Ed.D. Franklin Military Appomattox Governor’s School for Arts & Technology Sterling M. Stokes, Principal James L. Ruffia, Ed. D., Principal Superintendent 701 North 37th Street 23223 512 West Washington Street Tel: (804) 780-8526 Fax: (804) 780-8054 Petersburg, VA 23803 Tel: (804) 722-0220 Fax: (804) 722-0200 Huguenot Tyrus Lyles, Principal Mathematics & Science Innovation Center 7945 Forest Hill Avenue 23225 Julian H. Cothran, Ed. D., Director Tel: (804) 320-7967 Fax: (804) 560-9103 2401 Hartman Street 23223 Tel: (804) 343-6525 Fax: (804) 780-4454 RICHMOND PUBLIC SCHOOLS Department of Instruction Guidance Services 301 North Ninth Street, 12th Floor Richmond, VA 23219 Phone: 804-780-7777 Fax: 804-780-6283 Email: [email protected] To the Students of Richmond Public Schools: Distribution of the 2011-2012 Program of Studies is the beginning of the very important process of selecting courses for next school year. The choices that you make are very significant, not only for next year, but also for the future. Whether you plan to go on to college, technical education, the Armed Services, or directly into the world of work, the courses you select will have a major impact upon your ability to meet the goals that you have set. Because these choices are so important, it is essential that you use all the resources available to you in making these decisions. First and foremost, it is crucial that you discuss the options with your parent or guardian. They have a formal role in the course selection process: no course selection will be considered final until it is reviewed and approved by your parent or guardian. Your teachers and school counselor will also be of significant help in selecting courses and instructional levels consistent with your plans, interests and abilities. Do not hesitate to discuss these matters with them at any time. During the actual course request process, they play a direct role in recommending and reviewing your selections. Meeting the challenges that face you and our nation in the twenty-first century will require knowledge, skill, flexibility, and a desire to pursue a high standard of performance. Your selection of courses and commitment to accepting the challenge of being well prepared for the future are cornerstones for your personal success. In summary, discuss your interests and goals with your parent or guardian. Seek help from your teachers and counselor in identifying the courses for next year that will be most helpful to you in attaining your goals and fulfilling your interests. Those students transitioning to middle or high school should use the 3ODQQLQJ)RUPV on the following pages to draw up a tentative four-year plan. Finally, choose the courses that you and your parents or guardians believe will be best for you. We will do everything we can to enable you to receive the program you select. Where that is not possible, we will assist you in selecting appropriate alternative courses. We urge you to take the process of course selection very seriously. It will have an impact upon the rest of your life. Sincerely,y, BBeverlyeverly S. Mountain, Guidance Instructional SpecialiSpecialistst Maria F. CrenshawCrenshaw,, Director of InstructionInstruction Richmond City Public Schools Tentative Career Cluster/Plan: Academic & Career Plan ____________________ Gr. 6 ____________________Gr. 7 Name: _________________________________________ DOB:__________________________________________ ____________________Gr. 8 Middle School: _________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________Gr. 9 Specialty Center Program: ________________________________________________________________________ ____________________Gr. 10 Diploma Choice: Advanced O Standard O Adv Tech O Standard Technical O Modified O This individualized plan is tentative and will be reviewed annually. Do not be overly concerned with selecting electives for the 7th, 8th, and 9th grades as these may change based on interest and availability. Your school counselor will help you develop your plan and will monitor your progress. Post Secondary Plans __________________________________________ High Schools Credit Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Courses in Middle Year - Year - Year - Year - School Years 6-9 Verified Verified Verified Verified Verified Course Course Course Course Course English 6 English 7 English 8 English9 Total Credits Total Credits Total Credits Total Credits Total Credits CLASS OF 2014 and beyond GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS (for students who first entered the 9th grade in 2011-12) Standard Advanced