Class of 2019Class of 2019

Who’s Who at HHS?Dr. Charles Ned, Principal

Julie Thomas, Associate Principal

Assistant Principal/Counselor TeamsDamico Bartley & Alison Mann

Tammy McHale & Alicia NarcisseRod Martindale & Lisa Richardson-Naylor

Juan Castillo & Becky Johnson

Mission• Humble High School, in partnership with all

stakeholders, aims to develop open minded, reflective thinkers who experience a broad and balanced choice of advanced academics through rigorous coursework aimed at creating knowledgeable and caring citizens in an ever-changing global society.

Vision• Humble High School envisions a safe and

collaborative learning environment where academic excellence is expected, diversity is celebrated, and all members of our learning community are valued and supported to achieve their maximum potential.

The Journey Begins……Are You Ready???

What is the International Baccalaureate

Middle Years Program?

The IB Middle Years Programme, for students aged 11 to 16, provides a framework of academic challenge that encourages students to embrace and understand the connections between traditional subjects and the real world, and become critical and reflective thinkers.

Advanced Academics

• WHY???WHY???– Prepare for collegePrepare for college– Earn higher GPAEarn higher GPA– Earn early college Earn early college

credits through AP & IB credits through AP & IB exams and Dual exams and Dual Credit (11Credit (11thth & 12 & 12thth grade) grade)

– Learn to think, read, and write Learn to think, read, and write critically and analyticallycritically and analytically

Who should take Advanced Classes?

• Self-motivated

• Hard-working

• Challenge-seeking

• Capable of handling faster pace

• Willing to do more than the basics (more challenging projects)

• Extra time to invest, but still keep BALANCE

Advanced Academics

• Available in many subject areas

• General rule:– Should have an “A” in current on-

level class – OR an “A” or “B” in current

Honors/Pre-IB class

Recommendations for Successful Advanced Course

Selection• Maintain

– 80 in Pre-IB Classes– 90 in Level Classes

• Pre-IB drops to on level courses occur only at the end of the first semester.

9th Grade Pre-IB Courses

o English 1 Pre-IB: 1 summer reading required

o Algebra 1 Pre-IB

o Geometry Pre-IB

o Biology Pre-IB

o World Geography Pre-IB

What Is a Credit?

• 1 credit = 1 full year in a class• .5 credit = 1 semester of a class• To earn credit:

– Average must be 70% or better– Must attend 90% of days

Three New Graduation Plans

Foundation High School Program (FHSP)

Foundation High School Program with an Endorsement

Distinguished Level of Achievement

So, what is an endorsement?

An endorsement is a broad area of study

It’s a bit like a college major

Why are students being pushed to choose a career pathway?

Students with career majors are 16% more likely to graduate from high school.

Students who participate in CTE courses are 30% more likely to complete high school.

Students with well-defined career goals are more likely to persist in college.

Students with well-defined career goals are more likely to attain jobs in careers in their field after college.

Endorsement Areas

Science, Technology, Engineering, and

Mathematics (STEM) Endorsement

Business & Industry Endorsement

Public Service Endorsement

Arts and Humanities Endorsement

Multi-Disciplinary Endorsement

26 Credit RequirementEnglish (4 Credits)

English I (EOC), English 2 (EOC), English 3, Additional English in Pathway

Math(4 Credits)

Algebra I (EOC), Geometry, Two Additional Math Courses in Pathway

Science(4 Credits)

Biology (EOC), one from IPC, Chemistry or Physics and two from Pathway

Social Studies(3 Credits)

World Geography or World History, US History (EOC) and Government and Economics

Foreign Language ( 2 Credits)

Spanish or French (2 credits in the same language)

Fine Art (1 credit)

Ex: Dance, Band, Choir, Art, Orchestra, Theater Arts, Floral Design

Physical Education (1 Credit)

ROTC, any Athletics

Electives (7)

HISD Course Guide

• Valuable Information on:– Career Pathways– GPA/Credits– Course Placement– Course Descriptions– Graduation Plans

• Link from Website:• www.humble.k12.tx.us

– Band– Cheerleaders– Choir– Orchestra– National Honor Society– Key Club– Student Council– Theatre– Step Teams (Boys and

Girls)– SkillsUSA/Automotive

Technology Club

– HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America)

– Speech and Debate– FFA– Art Club– Spanish Club– French Club– Career Tech Skills USA– Yearbook– Newspaper

Extracurricular Organizations

– Basketball– Baseball– Cross Country– Football – Soccer– Softball

– Swimming– Diving– Tennis– Track & Field– Volleyball– Wrestling– Athletic Trainer

What to Expect Soon

• Students will bring home their 2nd course verification sheet on May 8th.

• There should be:8 courses selected

PLUS 2 alternate courses (if not listed, the

counselor will select them for you)

• Course Verification Sheets – will be sent home on 5/8

• What if my child changes his/her mind about classes?– Follow instructions on the course

verification sheet to make changes; return to middle school counselor

– Final verification sheet will be sent home with final report card

No Course No Course Request ChangesRequest Changes

AFTER AFTER June 4, 2015June 4, 2015

(There will (There will notnot be any changes made be any changes made at Cat Camp or after school starts.)at Cat Camp or after school starts.)

• Check Grades/Attendance Frequently via Home Access Center (HAC)

• Attend School Functions (academic meetings/athletic contests)

• Communicate with Staff (email, face to face, phone)• Know your child’s Counselor and Assistant Principal• Join PTSA and Booster Clubs• Sign-up to volunteer @ HHS

Parents, GET

INVOLVED!

Please mark your calendars: Cat Camp – August 12, 20151st Day of School – August 24, 2015

The Journey Begins……….