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2013-2014 Graduation Credit Requirements for Houston ISD
Discipline Recommended HSP Distinguished Achievement Program*
English Language Arts Four credits:
English I, II, III, and IV
Four credits: English I, II, III, and IV
Mathematics Four credits:
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Fourth math credit from approved list. If Math Models is used as math credit, it must be successfully completed prior to Algebra II.
Four credits:
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Fourth math credit from approved list. Please note that the approved list is different than the list for the recommended plan.
Science Four credits:
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Additional science credit from approved list (If IPC is used as the additional science credit, it must be successfully completed prior to Chemistry and Physics.)
Four credits:
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Additional science credit from approved list (IPC cannot be the additional science credit.)
Social Studies/Economics Four credits:
World Geography
World History
U.S. History
U.S. Government/Economics
Four credits:
World Geography
World History
U.S. History
U.S. Government/Economics
Languages other than English
Two credits:
Credits must consist of two levels in the same language.
Three credits:
Credits must consist of three levels in the same language.
Speech One-half credit from either of the following:
Communication Applications
Professional Communications
One-half credit from either of the following:
Communication Applications
Professional Communications
Fine Arts One credit from any of the following:
Art
Dance
Music
Theatre There are various options in each category.
One credit from any of the following:
Art
Dance
Music
Theatre There are various options in each category.
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Health One-half to one credit of the following:
One-half credit of health education
One credit Health Science Technology
Students must complete either of the following:
One-half credit of health education
One credit Health Science Technology
Physical Education One credit:
Weight lifting
Team or individual sports (PE)
Athletics
JROTC
Drill Team (PE Aerobics )
Marching Band (fall semester only)
Dance (PE Aerobics)
Cheerleading
One credit:
Weight lifting
Team or individual sports (PE)
Athletics
JROTC
Drill Team (PE Aerobics)
Marching Band (fall semester only)
Dance (PE Aerobics )
Cheerleading
Elective Courses Five credits:
Five elective credits from the approved list
Five credits:
Five elective credits from the approved list
26 credits 26 credits
*Distinguished Achievement Program requirements also include student achievement of four advanced measures as well as scoring a determined score on
the STAAR. Advanced measures include score of 3 or higher on an Advanced Placement exam, college course, approved independent research project, and
Commended Scholar or higher (based on PSAT scores).
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Sample Four Year Plan
Student: ______________________________________________ ID: __________________ House: ___________
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Post-Graduate Goal:
Possible Career Field:
Courses needed outside of school day:
Questions that need follow-up:
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College planning for ninth graders 1. Create a four‐year high school plan. Think about what you’d like to accomplish in the next four years and plan accordingly. • Make sure you know which high school courses are required by HISD/Texas and colleges and that you’re taking the right classes as early as ninth grade. You can ask your dean or college counselor about what those “right” classes are. {This is dependent upon which degree plan you are following: Recommended versus Distinguished.} • Get to know the levels of courses offered by your school. Ask about special opportunities like AP/Dual Credit courses where you can earn college credit during high school. {Westside has a long list of AP courses you can take.} 2. Start thinking about life after high school, including type of jobs, majors, and colleges that might
interest you. • Of course interests will change – often – but it’s good to start thinking about the possibilities. • Create a list of 20‐30 colleges that you might be interested in attending. 3. Participate in extracurricular activities. Academics aren’t everything. Explore your interests in a sport, club, music or drama group, or community volunteer activity. • Remember that colleges would rather see real involvement in one activity than a loose connection to several of them. • If you’re interested in playing sports in college, research the National College Athletic Association eligibility requirements. The NCAA requires completion of certain core courses; you can find the specifics at www.ncaaclearninghouse.net. {Try out a variety of clubs your freshmen year, then stick with a couple of your favorites. Take on a leadership role within the organization. Depth is more important here. Keep track of all experiences to help you develop a resume and complete applications later. You’ll be glad you did!} 4. Meet with your dean and college counselor. Your dean and college counselor know how to help you get the most out of high school. Be sure to take some time during the school year to discuss post‐high school plans with him or her. {You should know your dean. Alaina Turner is your college counselor. She’s located in A205 and will meet with all freshmen during class in the spring.} 5. Save for college and look for scholarships! It’s not too late to put money aside for college. Every little bit helps! Don’t forget about “hidden” costs like books, supplies, etc. {You will receive access to Naviance (to search for scholarships among other things) in the Spring semester when your classes meet with Ms. Turner. If you’d like your password sooner, just stop by
A205. You can also use E‐Scholarships USA! The website address is www.collegeguidanceconsultants.com, username houseisd, and password houstonisd.} 6. Explore summer opportunities. Look for a job, internship or volunteer position that will you learn about a field of interest. {Use www.volunteermatch.com for volunteer opportunities.}
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Helpful Numbers and Email Addresses Main Office Amanda Madrigal A100 281‐920‐8000 [email protected] Principal Peggi Stewart A100 281‐920‐8000 [email protected] Associate Principal Barbara Neal A100 281‐920‐8019 [email protected] Bus Transportation Debi Schroen
Teresa Jawgiel Library 281‐920‐8000
Ext. 6018 [email protected]
Magnet Office Chelsea Gumm A201 281‐920‐8036 [email protected] School Secretary Rita Lopez A100 281‐920‐8001 [email protected] East 1 Secretary Gladys Salinas E107 281‐920‐8009 [email protected] East 2 Secretary Lee Brochu E207 281‐920‐8037 [email protected] North 1 Secretary Melinda Perez N107 281‐920‐8056 [email protected] North 2 Secretary Susan Jordan N207 281‐920‐8068 [email protected] South 2 Secretary Sandra Vargas S207 281‐920‐8026 [email protected] Attendance Office Alma Douwaji
Donna Tolopka A119 281‐920‐8006
281‐920‐8005 [email protected] [email protected]
Advanced Placement/GT
Stephanie Matlock A205 281‐920‐8011 [email protected]
College Counselor Alaina Turner A205 281‐920‐8011 [email protected] Financial Clerk Leah Blackwell A201 281‐920‐8065 [email protected] Clinic Martha Allbright
Mariana Mendez A121 281‐920‐8027 [email protected]
[email protected] Social Workers Joy Maguire
Lara Hulin N207 A121
281‐920‐8081 281‐920‐8028
[email protected] [email protected]
Test Administrator Beth Bogan A205 281‐920‐8022 [email protected] Cafeteria Mary Proctor Kitchen 281‐920‐8033 [email protected] Campus Police Antony Davis
Paul Crosser S153 281‐920‐8069
281‐920‐8078 [email protected]
ESL/LEP Edith Gonzalez E227 281‐920‐8000 Ext. 6029
Facility Reservations Michelle Mulcahy A205 281‐920‐8028 [email protected] Registrar Caroline Stento A118 281‐920‐8039 [email protected] Section 504 Monica Williams N107 281‐920‐ 8013 [email protected] Special Education Shalyn
Habermacher S207 281‐920‐8014 [email protected]
Dean of Instruction Brian Vannest A107 281‐920-8053 [email protected] Main Office Fax 281‐920‐8059 Registrar Fax 281‐920‐8097
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Where do I go?
If I’ve been absent?
o Turn in your note to the attendance office within three days or your absence will be unexcused.
Check online or ask your teachers about make-up work.
If I have to leave for a doctor or dentist appointment?
o Bring a note from your parent before school starts. Sign out in the attendance office. Bring a
doctor’s note when you return.
If I’m feeling sick?
o Go to class and ask your teacher to write you a pass to the clinic. From there you may (if
appropriate) be allowed to call a parent to pick you up.
If I am tardy?
o Go to your house secretary to get a tardy slip. After your third tardy you will be assigned a
detention.
If I need a textbook?
o The book room is located in K105, in the hall across from the big gym. It is staffed M-F during the
first 30 minutes of lunch, after school from 3:15-3:45, and on Thursday mornings from 8:00-9:00.
If I need help with my locker?
o See your house secretary.
If I need to see my dean?
o Complete a “Request to See Dean” form in your house office.
If I need to talk to a campus police officer?
o Officer Davis and Officer Crosser are always on campus. While they are usually circulating around
the building, their office is in S153.
If I need to apply for free or reduced lunch?
o See Mrs. Barras in A217, Ext. 6011, e-mail [email protected], or go online.
If I want to research college and learn how to prepare and apply for college?
o College counselors (Mrs. Turner, Mrs. Matlock, and Mrs. Bogan) are available in A205, ext. 8011.
If I have a question concerning bus transportation?
o See Ms. Jawgiel or Ms. Schroen in the library. Ext. 6018.
If I am a magnet student and I have questions about the program?
o See Mrs. Chelsea Gumm in A203, extension 8036.
If I need someone to talk to?
o See Ms. Maguire in N2, extension 8081 or Ms. Hulin in nurse’s office, extension 8043.