FBISD Graduation and Career Planning Spring 2015 Welcome

FBISD Graduation and Career Planning Spring 2015

Welcome! The purpose of this presentation is to assist students and parents in planning for high school graduation. Students and parents are strongly encouraged to: • Refer to the FBISD Course Guide for more detailed information. • Meet with building counselors for questions and additional guidance.

Graduation Plans • Foundation + Endorsements – 26 credits • Distinguished Level of Achievement – 26 credits must include: 1 endorsement, Algebra 2, and a 4 th science credit Eligible for “Top 10%” for automatic admission • Foundation Only – 22 credits PLUS - Scoring Satisfactory on the 5 End of Course Exams (STAAR/EOC): Algebra 1, Biology, English 1, English 2, and US History

State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness. TM An Overview of the Program Rima Alexander, Ed. D Campus Improvement Specialist

STAAR/EOC Requirements • Students are required to take and pass all 5 EOC Assessments: • • • English II Algebra I Biology US History

EOC Interventions • • In School Intervention classes In class interventions After school tutorials Edgenuity

Contact Information • Rima Alexander, Ed. D Campus Improvement Specialist 281 -634 -5278 rima. alexander@fortbendisd. com

Why is 9 th grade important for my future? • Grades determine your GPA and Class Rank used for post-secondary opportunities. • Every year counts!

What is a Credit? Credits are what move students to the next grade towards graduation. A student must earn 6 credits Freshman year to be classified as a Sophomore the following year. • A full year course will earn you 1 credit (1 credit awarded at the end of the year) Ex. English 1, World Geography • A semester course will earn you a ½ credit (0. 5 credit awarded at the end of the semester) Ex. Health, Communication Applications (speech)

Course Requirements: • • • English – 4 Math – 4 Science – 4 Social Studies – 3* Health/Speech -. 5 each Fine Art – 1 PE or substitutions – 1 Foreign Language – 2 of the same Electives – 6 – Endorsements fall under electives * Note – Per HB 5 Foundations this is “ 3” for required Social Studies HOWEVER, we advise students to continue a 4 x 4 in core areas as college admissions may depend on it.

Post High School Advisement • Counselors will be advising students in alignment with what the 4 year institutions require. • To date, colleges are requiring the 4 x 4 graduation plan. • Please check admissions requirements now.

What is an Endorsement? • An Endorsement is the personal part of a student’s high school experience. They are what are known as “majors” in college – the subjects that students are most interested in and do the best in. These classes give specialized knowledge and skills to prepare students for higher education and careers!

How do I choose an Endorsement? • Families should talk this over together. • Know you can change it (by submitting a statement in writing). • Refer to the Strengths Explorer and the Career Interest Profiler in Naviance, Family Connection, About Me

Course Requirements: Endorsements • FBISD students will select their endorsement in Skyward Family Access when they select their courses for next year. • Students will have the opportunity to change their endorsement. • The endorsement, and any changes, must be indicated in writing and signed by the parent.

The 5 Endorsement Areas • Business and Industry • STEM Endorsement • Multidisciplinary Endorsement • Public Service Endorsement • Arts and Humanities Endorsement

Endorsements: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Who? : Students considering a career in engineering or computer science, and those who enjoy and are energized by math, science, design, and problem solving. Careers: Robotics Technician Computer Programmer Medical Researcher Engineer Biochemist Microbiologist Environmentalist

HHS STEM Pathways (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Math Pathway Science Pathway Computer Science Engineering

Endorsements: Business and Industry Who? : Accountant Students interested in Aircraft Controller agriculture, business, Interior Designer accounting, digital Electrician graphics, and architecture. Chef Architect Careers:

HHS Business and Industry Pathways Ag, Food & Natural Resources Architecture & Construction Arts, A/V & Communications Business & Finance Academy – Digital Media

Endorsements: Public Services Careers: Students who love helping Teacher others and are interested in Social Worker law enforcement, fire Fighter fighting, education, the military, or government. Private Investigator Animal Control Worker Mental Health Counselor Who? :

HHS Public Services Pathways Human Services Cosmetology Pathway JROTC Pathway Academy – Medical Science

Endorsements: Arts and Humanities Careers: Students interested in the Actor fine arts, world languages, Movie Director and social studies. Translator Ambassador Musician Who? :

HHS Arts and Humanities Pathways Art, Theater, Choir, Dance, Band, Orchestra, World Language, Social Studies

Endorsements: Multidisciplinary • Provides students an opportunity to earn an Endorsement from courses taken from multiple subject areas and/or Endorsements – 4 AP or Dual Credit Core Subjects – 4 X 4 Core Subjects – Combination of CTE or Tech Apps from different Endorsements

Distinguished Level of Achievement (DLA) A Distinguished Level of Achievement (DLA) may be earned through successful completion of: • All requirements for the Foundation High School Program, plus • The requirements of at least one endorsement, including Algebra II among the four required math credits, and • A fourth science credit A student must graduate with a Distinguished Level of Achievement (DLA) to be considered for the Top 10% and eligibility for automatic admission to a Texas public college or university.

Chart Your Course Selection Guide • Please refer to the online version of the Course Selection Guide for the most up to date information from FBISD regarding high school student opportunities and requirements.

Sample Freshman Schedule • • English 1 Algebra 1 or Geometry World Geography Biology Endorsement Pathway course Health and Speech PE/Athletics • 7 credits *Geometry may be taken if Algebra I credit was earned in 8 th grade.

Sample Sophomore Schedule • • English 2 Geometry or Algebra 2 World History IPC or Chemistry Foreign Language PE/Athletics or other required course/electives Endorsement – 2 nd year course – if did not select 1 st year course – must do so this year – 7 credits total

Get Involved Apply for our special programs such as AVID, PALS (11 th and 12 th grade), and the Tech Center (11 th and 12 th grade) !! *Volunteer YES Service Organization at school *Join a club/team at school *Part time jobs

Naviance Course Planner 2015

Course planning in Naviance will help students: • develop long-range plans • help students realize their ultimate postsecondary goals. • maximize the rigor of their course work • gain insight into how well their course plan will prepare them for specific types of colleges.

• Important note: Naviance is not a master scheduling program or a course request manager. It is a planning tool only. • Student course requests will be made through Skyward Family Connection as usual.

Students are encouraged to have their 4 year plans complete and submitted via Naviance. For questions about 4 year planning, choosing endorsements, high school graduation requirements, or general questions, please contact your school counselor to schedule a personal appointment.