Understanding Components of High

School Success

Principal: Lisa DrabingAssociate Principal: Brian Johnson

Assistant Principals:

Exploration: Alan Corman Green: Belinda ZoetGlobal: Amy Wallace

Humanities: Wes Solomon

Counselors:

Exploration: Caren Barnes Global: Lisa Mosely

Green: Tim Hurlbert Humanities: Kim Young

Graduation Requirements House Bill 5 Assessment (TAKS/STAAR) GPA, Class Rank PSAT, SAT, ACT College Overview NHS Home Access Center Calendar Events Q & A

Allows greater flexibility through the Foundation High School Program (FHSP) with endorsements

Reduces EOC requirements:Algebra 1, Biology, US History, English 1 (Reading & Writing), & English 2 (Reading & Writing)

Students currently in 9th, 10th, and 11th grade may graduate on the graduation plans now in place (RHSP, DAP) or may choose the FHSP.

Students entering high school is 2014-2015 are required to be on the new Foundations plans.

The current plans will be phased out over time.

To earn the distinguished level of achievement, students must complete:

The FHSPAn endorsementAlgebra II

With few exceptions, ALL students will be required to earn an endorsement in one of the following areas:

1. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)

2. Business and Industry3. Public Services4. Arts and Humanities5. Multidisciplinary Studies

Think about the student’s chosen pathwayWhich science and math courses will be

needed?

Think about which college/university the student plans to attend

Which science and math courses are required for admission and/or chosen major

Endorsement details will be finalized by the end of the 2013-2014 school year

Students must complete all required coursework in order to participate in the graduation ceremony.

Students must also pass the Exit Level TAKS or STAAR requirements to receive a diploma.

On-Level Classes – College Readiness

Pre-Ap/AP/Dual – College Credit Potential

Rigorous College Content – approved by College

Board Higher Grade Point Scale (5.0 vs. 6.0) College Credit potential (verify through

university website or College board)

AP Exams, May 2014 Payment plan options $90 per test; a reduced price for Free/Reduced

lunch Student will register online early 2nd semester

More rigorous Tests on specific subject area:

Current English, Science, Social Studies & Math

Minimum score each year requiredWhen: Retakes are in December Weeks of March 31st & May 5

Retests for seniors: The week of October 21st

ELA – 21ST

Math – 22nd

Science – 23rd

SS – 24th

Treat semesters like the end of the year

Semester average determines credit .5 credit per semester class

Semester average is on your permanent record

Semester Averaging – average of both semesters to determine final credit- (failing grade will still show on transcript)

GPA - Grade Point Average (Example: 3.62)• Shows personal performance• 4.0 and 5.0 scale shown on transcript• 5.0 scale reflects Honors classes

Class Rank • Shows comparison to other students based on

GPA• 9th grade is important

Example: Graduating Class of 2012 – 399 Top 10% - 1 – 39 - Top 20% - 1 –

79

Must conference with the counselor to obtain an application- only courses beyond grad requirements may be taken Pass/Fail

Must submit the application with all appropriate signatures no later than one week after receiving the report for the 9 week marking period.

You cannot ask for the grade once this has been applied for and accepted

You will receive grades on progress reports and report cards for eligibility purposes

Will receive a P (Pass) or F (Fail) for the semester grade on transcripts

Credit Options Humble ISD Summer School On Campus credit recovery Grad- Night School (seniors) Texas Virtual School

Texas Tech Correspondence Course- $175

per course (http://www.depts.ttuedu/ode/ec2k/heading.asp)

Texas Tech Credit by exam- $40 per course Retrieval- 70% Acceleration- 90%

College readiness preparation Experience gained for entrance exam, SAT Opportunity for scholarships Juniors may qualify for National Merit program

announced in September 2012

District pays for all 10th graders.

The cost for juniors is $15.00.

The date of the test is Wednesday, October 16.

Juniors register online at www.aptestservice.com/kphs by Sept 27th

SAT and/or ACT- all parts required SAT II’s (Subject Tests) required for

some programs and elite schools TSI Assessments- college readiness test Exemptions include SAT, ACT, exit level

TAKS Upcoming dates:

SAT - Oct. 5/Nov. 2/Dec. 7 ACT – Oct. 26/Dec. 14

443874 – School Code

Create account: My College Quickstart

Practice for SAT

Sign up for SAT

View PSAT Score Report identifies focus areas needed for the SAT

Find career interests

Research colleges

Create account

Practice for ACT

Sign up for ACT

Research colleges

Find career interests

Located in the Library By appointment

College Armed Forces Testing Scholarship Financial Aid

Counseling Office Manager:

Celia.Herbst@humble.k12.tx.us

These are placement tests which may be used by TX Community Colleges and Junior Colleges in lieu of SAT/ACT

TSI TAKS (English & Math)

Students ranking in the top 10% of their class are automatically admitted to any public university in Texas ( UT’s cap is 7%)

Complete application requirements by the university’s deadline

Enroll in college no more than two years after graduating from high school

Early Decision – A binding commitment to attend the college if you are accepted.

Early Action/Notification – Simply applying early so you will receive acceptance notification early – no commitment to attend.

Rolling Admission – Apply and usually receive an admission decision within four to six weeks

Generally recommended that students apply to 3 – 5 colleges.

Select a “dream” (reach) school that may be a stretch.

Select at least one ( safe) “sure thing”. Select 2 – 3 schools in between. A college should fit the student academically,

personally, and socially. Be realistic!Ideally, have all applications completed by Thanksgiving

Online Career Exploration Program Students will:

participate in easy interests and skills inventories

choose their career cluster create and update their own portfolio explore over 900 career profiles parents and students get access to

information about more than 7,000 colleges and technical schools

build graduation plans aligned with their career clusters

build resumes, practice job search and interviewing skills, and do much more…

• Graduation Plan• Transcript Evaluation• State credits earned• Successful completion of courses• GPA• Testing Info• College Application Process• College Choices• Intended Major/Career Choice• Letters of recommendation • Financial Aid• Websites/Resources

Students who think they might want to join NHS should start planning for it now

Students can apply for NHS in 10th grade (second semester) They can also apply as juniors and seniors

They must have a 4.0 GPA, less than 2 Saturday classes, and all the required leadership and service points

For more information see the NHS website or contact Amy Wallace

Tutoring: Tuesday and Thursday from 3-4 PM & Monday from 6-7 PM in room 1608

Go to KPHS Website humbleisd.net/kphs

Click on Parents Click on HAC

Problems with access Contact: Luisa.rodriguez@ humble.k12.tx.us

Teacher or Staff Website and Email Go to KPHS Website Click on Teacher Websites

Join the PTSA email for:AnnouncementsAlertsNewsDeadlinesKPHS Happenings

email: KPHSPTSA@aol.com

October 9, 2013 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM Humble ISD College Fair Humble Civic Center

October 16, 2013 PSAT November 25-29 Thanksgiving Dec 18-20, 2013 Final exams January 7, 2013 Second Semester

Begins May 24, 2013 Graduation