Transitioning to High School
Barbers hill high school
ninth grade parent orientation
Leah Veazey Counselor A-F Shari Lippe Counselor G-M James Harris Counselor N-Z Kerri Dauzat Secretary
281-576-2221 ext. 1211
counseling office staff
High School TimelineTeens’ Guide to College & Career PlanningGetting the Most out of High SchoolHigh School Parent GuidebookBHISD Website
Handouts
Schedule Period 1 7:35 – 8:29 Period 2 8:34 – 9:29 Period 3 9:34 – 10:28 Period 4 10:28 – 11:58 (includes a 30 minute lunch) Period 5 12:03 – 12:57 Period 6 1:02 – 1:56 Period 7 2:01 – 2:55
Credits: Students must earn 26 credits during 4 years to graduate. High school credits are earned by semester.
.5 credit is earned for 1 semester1.0 credit is earned for a full year
Planning for High School
Students must meet the following requirements to graduate:
Complete the required 26 credits for either theRecommended High School Program (RHSP) ORDistinguished Achievement Program (DAP)
Meet State Assessment RequirementsState of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR)
Graduation Requirements
Ninth Grade 0.0 - 5.5 credits
Tenth Grade 6.0 – 12.5 credits
Eleventh Grade 13.0 – 18.5 credits
Twelfth Grade 19.0 or more credits
Credit Requirements
4 English: English I-IV4 Math: Algebra I/Geometry/Algebra II + 4th Math
Option OR
Alg. I/Geometry/ Math Models/Algebra II4 Science: Biology, Chemistry & Physics + 4th Science
option 4 Social Studies: World Geography, World History, US
History,
Government and Economics1 PE or equivalent (Band, Athletics, Cheerleading, or
Dance)1 Fine Art (Band, Choir, Art, Theatre Arts, Dance or
Floral Design).5 Professional Communications (Speech)2 Foreign Language (Spanish/American Sign Language)5.5 Electives
26 Total Credits
Recommended High School Program (RHSP)
4 English: English I-IV4 Math: Algebra I/Geometry/Algebra II + 4th Math
option4 Science: Biology, Chemistry, Physics + 4th Science
option
(IPC will not satisfy Science credit, only as elective)
4 Social Studies: World Geography, World History, US History,
Government and Economics 1 PE or equivalent (Band, Athletics, Cheerleading, or
Dance)1 Fine Art (Band, Choir, Art, Theater Arts, Dance or
Floral
Design).5 Professional Communications (Speech)3 Foreign Language (Spanish /American Sign
Language)4.5 Electives
26 Total Credits
Distinguished Achievement Program(DAP)
Students wishing to complete the DAP for graduation must complete four advanced measures from the following:
Dual-Credit CoursesEach semester of a dual-credit course with a grade of B or higher
Advanced Placement (AP) ExamEach AP exam score of 3 or higher
Distinguished Achievement ProgramFour Advanced Measures
COURSE CATALOG
Lists all courses available at the high school campus.
Course levels available: Regular, Pre-AP, Dual Credit, or AP.Prerequisites and/or recommendations are listed for each course.Course Catalog access BHISD Website
High School Counseling
Planning for High School
Developing a Four Year PlanNAVIANCE
REMEMBER: This four year plan is flexible and is reviewed and updated yearly to meet each student’s needs and interests.
Planning for High School
Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
English I English II English III English IV
Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Pre-Calculus
IPC or Biology Biology or Chemistry
Chemistry or Physics
*4th year Science(ex: AP Chemistry)
W. Geography W. History U.S. History Govt. Eco.
PE or Elective Elective Elective Elective
Elective Comm. App
Elective Elective Elective
Spanish I Spanish II Fine Arts Elective
7.0 Credits 7.0 Credits 7.0 Credits 7.0 Credits
Sample Four Year Plan
STAAR
EOC
State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness
End of Course
EOC-End of Course ExamsEnglish Math Science Social Studies
Grade 9
English I+
Algebra I+
Biology+
World Geography
+
Grade 10
English II+
Geometry+
Chemistry+
World History+
Grade11
English III(Must Pass)
Algebra II(Must Pass)
Physics US History
3 =Average
Graduation
3 =Average
Graduation
3 =Average
Graduation
3 =Average
Graduation
Advanced Academics
Program
• PAP: Pre-Advanced Placement (College Board)
• Dual Credit: High School and College Credit
(Lee College)
• AP: Advanced Placement (College Board)
LEVELS OF COURSEWORK
PAP/AP vs. Dual Credit
PAP and AP Courses Dual Credit Courses
PAP courses in grades 9, 10, and 11 prepare students for AP courses.
Successful completion of an AP course gives students high school credit.
Scoring well on an AP test (3, 4, or 5) gives students college credit, depending on the institution.
Weighted grade points are awarded to PAP and AP courses (5.0, 6.0). AP courses can be an advanced measure on the Distinguished Achievement Plan.*
Successful completion of AP coursework is the best indicator for college success and ranks as one of the leading indicators for admission into the most competitive colleges and universities.
*if certain criteria are met
PAP courses in grades 9, 10, and 11 can also prepare students for dual credit courses.
Successful completion of a dual credit course gives students high school credit and college credit (Lee College).
Weighted grade points are awarded to Dual Credit courses (5.5) that are taken during the regular school day in the fall and spring semesters. DC courses taken during the summer do not count toward GPA but can be applied as an advanced measure on the Distinguished Achievement Plan.*
Successful completion of dual credit
coursework can be an indicator of college success and is a consideration for most colleges and universities.
*if certain criteria are met
Organized Strong time management skills Strong and consistent study habits Self-sufficient; self-directed Ability to multi-task Commitment to the rigor and pacing of the
course Commitment to the work assigned *Restrictions on schedule changes
Profile of a Student in an Advanced Course
Career and Technical Education: Where your Future Begins!
Laura Acosta- CTE Coordinator
• CTE courses give students an opportunity to explore and prepare for the world of work.
• Most of our Career Clusters have articulated courses at Lee College for faster AA degree
completion.
CATE Clusters at BHHS
CTE-Life Skills for the 21 Century Ag- 2012 State Winner in Wildlife Production, Star State
Degree “Top Ten of Texas”
Construction Tech- 2011, 2012 Chambers County Youth Project Show Grand Champion, Grand Reserve
Dual Credit Drafting-6 students inducted into Lee College Phi Theta Kappa (Requirement: Dean’s List 3 semesters)
Accounting- 2011 5 State Qualifiers, 2012 2nd Place District, 2012 -1 State Qualifier
Business/BPA- 2011 State Winner, National Finalist, 2012 National Finalist, 2013 5 National Finalists
Law Enforcement-2nd Place Officer Down Competition
Students:Be involved.Be connected with school organizations/clubs.Begin an academic resume that highlights your activities, service, leadership, work, and enrichment.
Looking ahead…
FISH CAMPComing Soon 2013…
See you then!
Thank you for attending!
* A copy of this presentation will be posted on the high school
counselors’ webpage.