High School Planning 60% - Summative Test, labs, etc. If these assignments are below a 70% then they can be remediated but it is based on teacher discretion. Student must meet with their teacher’s to see when they are available to remediate. 40% - Formatives Homework, reading logs, quizzes, etc. In order for a student to be promoted from 8th grade to High School, middle school students MUST successfully complete the following in grades 6-8: 3 courses in Language Arts 3 courses in Math 3 courses in Science 3 courses in Social Studies (including the completion of one credit in Civics with the EOC) Our online grading system to keep parents up to date and informed about their students progress. https://gradebook.myvolusiaschools.org Login Username: 1ALPHA CODE Password: 062319XX Students taking Algebra I or Geometry will receive high school credit and that grade will be calculated into their high school GPA. Students who earn an A or B (final average) must go on to the next level in high school. Students who earn a C, D, or F (final average) can repeat the class…will show as course attempted on their transcript. All students enrolled in Alg. I and Geometry will take an End of course Exam (EOC). This will be 30% of their final grade for the class. Students must pass Students must take four years of math once in high school. Students taking Spanish I in place of reading will receive a high school credit and a grade that will be calculated into their high school GPA. Students who earn an A or B (final average) must go on to the next level in high school…if continuing with foreign language. Students who earn a C, D, or F (final average) can repeat the class…will show as course attempted on their transcript. Foreign language is not a graduation requirement but most universities require two consecutive years for admissions. 4 year high school plan will be completed through 8th grade History class in the Spring 2016. MyCareerShines.org Log in: 1ALPHA CODE Password: 062520XX English/ 4 credits with major concentration in composition, reading for Language Arts (ELA) information, and literature (must pass the Grade 10 FCAT 2.0 Reading or earn a passing concordant score on the ACT or SAT) Mathematics 4 credits, one of which must be Algebra 1 and one of which must be Geometry (Algebra 1 EOC results count 30% of the final course grade; student must pass the Algebra 1 EOC to earn a standard diploma; Geometry EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade) Science 1 credit in Biology (Biology EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade) 1 credit in a Physical Science course (Earth/Space, Physical Science, Chemistry or Physics) 1 credit in equally rigorous Science Course Social Studies 1 credit in World History 1 credit in U.S. history .5 credit in U.S. Government .5 credit in Economics U.S. History EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade if enrolled in the course beginning in the 2012-2013 school year and thereafter World Languages Not required for high school graduation, but required for admission into state universities Fine and 1 credit in fine or Performing Arts, Speech and Debate, or Performing Arts, Practical Arts (eligible courses specified in the Florida Course Speech and Debate, Code Directory) or Practical Arts Physical Education 1 credit in Physical Education to include the Integration of Health Industry Not required Certification Electives 8 credits Grade Point Cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale Average (GPA) Online Course 1 course within the 24 credits Standard Diploma 24 credits ACCEL Program (18 credits minimum) Physical Education is not required 3 elective credits Online course is not required All other graduation requirements for a standard diploma must be met (per s. 1003.4282(3)(a)-(e), F.S.). Career Academies International Baccalaureate (IB) A career academy is a small learning community that combines core classes with a career focus. An academy provides unique learning opportunities through business partnerships, integrated instruction, hands-on learning, field studies, service learning, career shadowing, and internships. Your academy teachers and business partners provide the real world skills necessary for you to be successful in today's work environment. Atlantic High School Academy of Law and Government Horticultural, Environmental and Marine Science Academy (HEMS) Communications and Arts In Performance Academy Other Programs Aerospace Career Program Mainland High School Academy of Communication and Multi-Media Technology Academy of Design and Manufacturing Technology Academy of Science and Medicine Sport Science Academy Academy of Simulation and Robotic Technology Hospitality and Culinary Arts New Smyrna Beach High School Academy of Agriscience Academy of Entertainment and Sports Marketing Academy of Engineering The Medical Academy Culinary Arts Academy Seabreeze High School Academy of Drafting and Design Academy of Culinary Design Web and Digital Media Spruce Creek High School Academy of Finance Academy of Information Technology and Robotics www.career-connection.org Applications available online after December 10, 2015 Spruce Creek High School Information Night– January 12, 2016 Algebra 1 Required by 8th Grade Spanish Not Required in 8th Grade 3.0 GPA One Time To Apply Deadline is January 29, 2016 Parent/Guardian Information Sheet Student Information Sheet Teacher Recommendations (only one from an elective or non 8th grade class) Copy of 8th Grade First Semester Report Card 7th Grade FCAT Scores or Other Standardized Test Scores Essay Date: Every High School offers the JROTC program.: Spruce Creek High – Army ROTC Atlantic High – Airforce ROTC Mainland High – AirForce ROTC Honors course typically require homework and nightly reading, daily class work, essays, test and major projects. These courses are weighted, therefore, they carry a higher value in your GPA. The College Board's Advanced Placement (AP) Program is a nationwide program consisting of more than 30 college-level courses and exams offered at participating high schools. Subjects range from Art to Statistics. Students who earn a qualifying grade of 3 or above on an AP exam can earn college credit or advanced placement or both, depending on the college or university. Students in Florida's public secondary schools enrolled in AP courses do not have to pay to take the exams. Students can take college level courses while enrolled in high and earn college credit. Dual enrollment is free to all high school students in the state of Florida. 3.0 High School GPA College Entrance Exam - PERT Thursday, December 10, 2015 5:00 – 7:00 PM Volusia County Fairgrounds, Deland www.career-connection.org Applications will be available the day after the showcase. Applications are due…. December 10, 2015 – High School Showcase Academy and IB applications will be available. January 29, 2016- All applications for Academies and IB are due to schools. January 21, 2016 – Help/Question session for completing Academy applications. In the media center. February 22- 26, 2016– High Schools will notify students of their admission status via mail. March 11, 2016– Students will declare their intent to enter a specific Academy or IB program Teacher Recommendations Electives Orientation Night at the high schools Mainland High School- January 7, 2016 from 6-8 pm Spruce Creek High School- January 12, 2016 Spruce Creek IB essay dates – January 21st & January 23rd Atlantic High – March 8th & 10th, 2016 Students and Parent please join my Remind 101 Group is @2f389 text to 81010. Take a deep breath! Questions? Call Ms. Jackson 322-6175 ext. 36485 Call the high school’s School Counselor’s office. .