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Implementing HB 5 in Humble ISD

Over the Memorial Day Weekend, the 83rd Texas Legislature passed House Bill 5 which contains sweeping changes to the Texas Education Code. 1Key Components of HB 5Allows greater flexibility in the Foundation High School Program (FHSP) with endorsementsExpands available CTE courses that will satisfy the requirements for endorsements

House Bill 5 creates a brand new graduation plan called the Foundation High School Program, or FHSP, and encourages students to earn career pathway endorsements and performance acknowledgements on their diplomas. 2Key Components of HB 5Reduces End-of-Course Exam Requirements Algebra IBiologyUS HistoryEnglish I (r+w)English II (r+w)

A very popular part of HB 5 is a reduction in the number of End-of-Course exams required for graduation. Students in Cohorts 2015, 2016, and beyond currently must take and pass 15 EOC exams. HB 5 will require only 5 exams for graduation regardless of the graduation plan the student selects.3Core Requirements of The New FHSP4 English (Eng I, Eng II, Eng III, and advanced English)3 Math (to include Alg I and Geom)3 Science (to include Bio)3 Social Studies (W. Geog or W. Hist, US History, Govt, and Econ)1 PE1 Fine Art2 credits of the same foreign language5 electives

The new Foundation High School Program will allow each student much more flexibility in selecting courses. In general, the graduation plan will include 4 credits of English, 3 credits of Math, 3 credits of Science, 3 credits of Social Studies, 1 credit of PE, 1 credit of fine art, 2 credits of the same foreign language, and 5 electives, for a total of 22 credits. 4With few exceptions, ALL students will be required to earn an endorsement in one of the following areas:STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)Business and IndustryPublic ServicesArts and HumanitiesMultidisciplinary Studies

The FHSP with EndorsementsThe pathways that students in Humble ISD have already chosen in Bridges fit under these endorsements.We will not know the specific requirements for each endorsement until some time in the 2013-2014 school year.

In addition to the requirements of the new FHSP, students will need to choose an endorsement. The STEM endorsement includes those courses directly related to science, including environmental science; technology, including computer science; engineering, and advanced mathematics. The business and industry endorsement includes courses directly related to information technology, database management, marketing, accounting, finance, graphic design, construction, welding, automotive technology, and agricultural science. The public services endorsement includes courses directly related to health sciences and occupations, education and training, law enforcement, and culinary arts and hospitality. The arts and humanities endorsement includes courses directly related to political science, literature, world languages, cultural studies, history and fine arts. The multidisciplinary studies endorsement allows student to take courses in each of the endorsements and allows students to earn advanced courses in a variety of areas sufficient to earn a distinguished level of achievement. In Humble ISD, all students have chosen a pathway in Bridges. All of these pathways fall under one of the new endorsements. Specific requirements for each endorsement will be determined some time in the 2013-2014 school year.The FHSP with EndorsementEach endorsement requires 26 credits total, including:4th math4th science2 additional electives

The Foundation High School Program with an endorsement requires 26 credits including a fourth math, a fourth science, and 2 additional electives. Again, specific requirements for each endorsement will not be known until some time in the 2013-2014 school year.

Distinguished Level of AchievementTo earn the distinguished level of achievement, students must complete:The FHSPAn endorsementAlgebra IIStudents completing the distinguished level are eligible for college admission under the Top 10% automatic admissions provision.

To earn the distinguished level of achievement, students must complete the foundation high school program, earn an endorsement, and complete Algebra II as one of the 4 math credits. Students completing the distinguished level are eligible for college admission under the Top 10% automatic admissions provision.What happened to the old graduation plans?Students currently in 8th, 9th, and 10th grade may graduate on the graduation plans now in place (MHSP, RHSP, DAP) or may choose the FHSP.

The current plans will be phased out over time.

Students who are currently in grades 8 through 10 may choose to graduate on the current graduation plans, or they may choose the new Foundation High School Program. The current graduation programs, Minimum, Recommended, and Distinguished Achievement, will be phased out over time.So what possible changes might students make to their 2013-2014 courses should they choose the new FHSP graduation plan? Current juniors in Cohort 2014 will not be allowed to graduate under the FHSP UNLESS they are unable to meet the requirements of the current graduation plans. Current juniors who think this provision may work for them should make an appointment with a counselor to discuss this option.

Students have already selected courses for next year based on their current graduation program. As soon as the new FHSP goes into effect, Humble ISD wants our students to be able to select the new graduation program if they so desire.

Current juniors in Cohort 2014 are not eligible for the new FHSP unless they are unable to meet the requirements of the current graduation plans. Current juniors who think this provision may work for them should make an appointment with a counselor to discuss this option.

9So what possible changes might students make to their 2013-2014 courses should they choose the new FHSP graduation plan? Students Cohort YearStudent Could DropStudent Could AddCohort 2015(current 10th graders)Chemistry or PhysicsAny advanced science

Algebra 2Math ModelsComm AppsAny electiveVery important: Students can NOT mix graduation plans; if a student chooses the new FHSP, s/he must complete ALL requirements of FHSP

If choosing to graduate on the FHSP, current 10th grade students in Cohort 2015 will be able to drop Chemistry or Physics for next year and replace it with any advanced science. For a list of advanced science courses, log into Bridges, go to your four year course plan, and edit the fourth science block. Cohort 2015 students may choose to take Math Models next year, then Algebra 2 in their senior year. These students may also choose to drop comm apps which is not required on the new plan but is still considered a very good elective course for most endorsements.

10So what possible changes might students make to their 2013-2014 courses should they choose the new FHSP graduation plan? Students Cohort YearStudent Could DropStudent Could AddCohort 2016(current 9th graders)ChemistryIPCWorld HistoryAnother Social Studies or an electiveComm AppsAn electiveVery important: Student can NOT mix graduation plans; if student chooses the new FHSP, s/he must complete ALL requirements of FHSP

Except for Humble High School students, current 9th graders in Cohort 2016 will need 3 years of Social Studies on the new FHSP. Because they completed World Geography this year, they will need only to complete US History, then one-half credit each of Government and Economics. If a current 9th grader chooses the new FHSP graduation plan, he or she may forego World History next year and take a different Social Studies course or an elective in its place.

Students attending Humble High School participate in the Middle Years Programme for International Baccalaureate and must take a Humanities course in both 9th and 10th grade so Humble High School Cohort 2016 students may take World History or another social studies course in 10th grade. Also, students in Cohort 2016 may choose to take IPC next year instead of Chemistry. These students may choose to drop comm apps which is not required on the new plan but is still considered a very good elective course for most endorsements. Please keep the students career pathway in mind when making these selections.

11So what possible changes might students make to their 2013-2014 courses should they choose the new FHSP graduation plan? Students Cohort YearStudent Could DropStudent Could AddCohort 2017(current 8th graders)World GeographyWorld History or an electiveComm AppsAn electiveVery important: Student can NOT mix graduation plans; if student chooses the new FHSP, s/he must complete ALL requirements of FHSP

Except for those going to Humble High School, current 8th grade students in Cohort 2017 may choose between World Geography and World History or may choose to forego social studies until the 10th grade on the new Foundation High School Program. For a list of elective courses, log into Bridges, go to your four year course plan, and edit the elective or CTE block. Humble High School Cohort 2017 students may choose World Geography or World History in 9th grade on the FHSP. Cohort 2017 students may also choose to drop comm apps which is not required on the new plan but is still considered a very good elective course for most endorsements.

12When Considering FHSP . . .Think about the students chosen pathwayWhich science & math courses will be needed?Think about which college/university the student plans to attendWhich science & math courses are required for admission and/or chosen major?Realize we dont know all the details of the FHSPWill the student have an opportunity to complete all the requirements of the FHSP with endorsement?

When considering whether to switch to the Foundation High School Program, think about your chosen career pathway. Which science and math courses are necessary in order to be successful in that particular career?

Consider also which college or university you plan to attend. Some institutions of higher learning require certain high school math & science courses in order to be admitted. Some math & science courses may not be required for admission but are required for students choosing certain majors.

Its important to understand that we simply do not know everything about the FHSP at this time. Once we do, we will certainly pass the information on to you. 13Student Procedure for Course Changes1. Review next years requested courses on the attached verification sheet.2. Go to www.bridges.com Portfolio Name = humble + your student ID (ex: humble123456)Password = your student ID (ex: 123456)Click Choices PlannerClick the green your portfolio tab near the top, then click YOUR PLANSScroll down to the purple Your School Course Plan3. If you wish to remain on your current graduation plan, make certain that next years planned courses in Bridges match those on your attached course verification sheet. If they dont match, edit the Bridges planned courses.

Students currently in grades 8 through 10 across the district will be given the same opportunity to change graduation plans. In order to do this, the following events are occurring on every secondary campus:

Student will have received a verification sheet containing course selections for next year, will have watched a voice-over power point in class on Tuesday, May 28th, and will have been given an instruction sheet for course changes.

Students should log into Bridges and make certain next years planned courses are accurate. This can be done from any computer with internet connection.

144. If you wish to graduate on the new Foundation High School Plan (FHSP), make the appropriate potential changes in Bridges. Write the same changes on your course verification sheet, have a parent sign it, and return that sheet to your counselor by Friday, May 31. We will make these changes once HB 5 becomes a law. Remember: The FHSP may have other course requirements that are not currently in your graduation plan. You will be informed of those requirements as soon as we know them. Please watch for new videos on our district website, www.humbleisd.net. Student Procedure for Course Changes*Students receiving services through Special Education may need to have course changes approved by an ARD Committee.Course Plans in Bridges will be locked again June 3rd. If you wish to make changes after that date, contact your campus to speak with a counselor.

If you wish to graduate on the new FHSP graduation plan and change course requests, make the changes in Bridges, then write the changes on the verification sheet, get a parent signature, and return it to your counselor.

Students receiving services through Special Education will need to have certain course changes approved by an ARD Committee.

Contact a high school campus counselor if you have questions.15Communicating with ParentsParents can view the power point onlineTwo evening meetings for parents will be held on each campus during the summerCounselors will be available during summer work hours on each HS campus to answer questionsInformation letters will be sent home with report cardsPower point for FHSP onlineHow to request changesParent meetings dates/timesHow to schedule appt with counselor

The voice-over power point has been posted on every high school website and on the district website so parents can be informed. In addition, each campus will present the new graduation plan during two separate evening meetings this summer. Counselors will be available on each high school campus Mondays through Thursdays throughout the summer to answer questions and work with parents and students. All this information will be sent home in a letter with the end-of-year report cards.16Help us help you!Turn in course change requests on time

Check www.humbleisd.net often for updates

Make an appointment to talk with a high school counselor if needed

Rather than waiting until the last minute before school starts in August, Humble ISD is taking a proactive approach in preparing for the Foundation High School Program. You can help by turning in course change requests in a timely manner so your campus can move forward in planning the master schedule.

Please check the Humble ISD website often this summer to get updates on House Bill 5 and the graduation plan changes.

Feel free to call your high school campus and make an appointment with a high school counselor to discuss the new graduation plan implications for your situation.

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