Sharyland High SchoolOrientation

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Sharyland High SchoolStudent Orientation Block Scheduling

What is Block Scheduling? Block scheduling is a change in the daily schedule structure. The curriculum will be presented with a different time format, which will be less stressful and more productive for the student. Block scheduling will give students the opportunity to learn subject matter in greater depth.

How is the block schedule different from the current schedule? The daily schedule will consist of four (4) ninety (90) minute blocks and one (50) minute block.

How much time will students have between each block? Students will have eight (8) minute passing periods.

How many credits can a student earn each school year? Students can earn nine (9) credits per year, for a total of thirty-six (36) credits over four years in

high school.

Will students be able to participate in athletics or band for four (4) years? Yes.

Will students be able to do both athletics and band for four (4) years? Yes.

What might your schedule look like?

Fall (Aug-Dec) Spring (Jan-May)English I (90) World Geography (90)Football (90) Football (90)BUSIM1 (90) Biology (90)Algebra I (50) Continuation of Alg I (50) Spanish I E (90) Art I (90)

At the end of the school year, you will have completed 9 credits of high school

requirements. A student will need to complete 6 credits to be promoted to Sophomore status.

Graduation Program

Foundation High School Program

Beginning with the 2014-2015 school year, the state is adopting a new graduation plan known as the Foundation High School Program. This program will replace the current Minimum, Recommended, and Distinguished Achievement Program. The program will consist of 22 credits with the opportunity to earn 4 additional credits (for a total of 26 credits) in one of the endorsement areas. In addition, a student may earn Performance Acknowledgments.

New State Graduation Requirements 2014-2015

Foundation High School ProgramWithout endorsements

22 credits

Foundation High School ProgramWith one or more endorsements

26 credits

Foundation High School ProgramDistinguished level of Achievement

At least one endorsement 26 credits

Foundation High School Program without endorsements-22 credits

ELA – 4 Credits (English I, English II, English III, and *Advanced Course)

Math – 3 Credits (Algebra I, Geometry, and *Advanced Course)

Science – 3 Credits (Biology, IPC or additional *Advanced Course, *Advanced Course)

Social Studies – 3 Credits (U.S. History, Government, Economics, World Geography or World History or new combined World History/World Geography Course)

LOTE (Language other than English) - 2 Credits (In the same LOTE or Computer Programming Language)

Electives- 4 ½ Credits Speech-½ Credit (pending SBOE decision) Fine Arts- 1 Credit Physical Education – 1 Credit

* Courses are to be determined by SBOE

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WHAT IS AN ENDORSEMENT?

An endorsement is a career pathway.

1. STEM2. Business and Industry3. Public Service4. Arts and Humanities5. Multidisciplinary Studies

Endorsements STEM 1

Includes courses directly related to:

Science Technology EngineeringAdvanced MathHealth Science

Algebra 2, Chemistry, and Physics are required courses.

Endorsements Business & Industry 2

Includes courses directly related to:Agriculture food and natural resourcesArchitecture and ConstructionArts, AV Tech, and CommunicationBusiness Management and Administration/FinanceInformation TechnologyTransportation, Distribution and Logistics

Algebra 2 is required in order to receive a Distinguished level of Achievement.

Endorsements Public Service 3

Includes courses directly related to:

Education and trainingLaw enforcementHuman services

Algebra 2 is required in order to receive a Distinguished level of Achievement.

Endorsements Arts and Humanities 4

Includes courses directly related to:4 Social Studies Courses4 levels of the same language or 2 levels in one and 2 levels in a different languageA coherent sequence of 4 credits in Fine ArtsAlgebra 2 is required in order to receive a Distinguished level of Achievement.

Endorsements Multidisciplinary Studies 5

4 Advanced courses that prepares students to enter the work force or post secondary education.

4 credits in each of the 4 foundation subjects areas to include English IV and Physics.

4 AP or IB courses to include one credit in each of the 4 foundation subjects.

Algebra 2 is required in order to receive a Distinguished level of Achievement.

Foundation High School Program with endorsements-26 credits

ELA – 4 Credits (English I, English II, English III, and *Advanced

Course) Math – 4 Credits (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and *Advanced Course) Science –4 Credits (Biology, IPC or additional *Advanced Course, *Advanced Course and *Advanced Course ) Social Studies – 3 Credits (U.S. History, Government, Economics, World Geography or World History or new

combined World History/World Geography Course) LOTE (Language other than English) - 2 Credits (In the same LOTE or Computer Programming Language) Electives- 6 ½ Credits Speech-½ Credit (pending SBOE decision) Fine Arts- 1 Credit Physical Education – 1 Credit

* Courses are to be determined by SBOE

Curriculum requirements for one or more endorsements

1 STEM2 Business and industry3 Public Services4 Arts and Humanities5 Multidisciplinary Studies

A student may earn a Distinguished level of Achievement by successfully completing:

•4 credits in Mathematics which must include Algebra II•4 credits in science•The remaining curriculum requirements of the foundation high school program •The curriculum requirements for at least one endorsement

Performance Acknowledgement

A student may earn a performance acknowledgment

for outstanding performance:

1In a dual credit course (12 hours with a B or better)2In bilingualism and biliteracy (Showing proficiency in English and a 2nd language).3On an AP test or IB exam (minimum score of a 4)4On the PSAT, the ACT-Plan, the SAT or the ACT Commended on PSAT, College readiness score on Plan, 1250 on SAT, 28 on ACTFor earning a nationally or internationally recognized business or industry certification or license.

STAAR

STATE OF TEXAS ASSESSMENT OF ACADEMIC READINESS

What is STAAR?State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness

STAAR course based assessments are available for:

•Algebra I•Biology•English I•English II•U.S. History

Journalism I-IV

This course in a comprehensive, introductory study of basic journalism which includes learning and applying the specialized writing techniques necessary for journalistic style and format. Included within the course is a study of America media, its history and development, as well as an emphasis on the four types of journalistic writing which are prevalent in high school journalism settings today: news writing, editorial writing, feature writing, and headline writing.

Debate I-IV

Controversial issues arise in aspects of personal, social public, and professional life in modern society. Debate and argumentation are widely used to make decisions and reduce conflict. Students who develop skills in argumentation and debate become interested in current issues, develop sound critical thinking, and sharpen communication skills. They acquire life-long skills for intelligently approaching controversial issues and clashes of opinion.

Theater Arts I-IVTheater Arts I is a basic introductory course. It incorporates basic acting techniques, the role of the actor interpreting dramatic literature, and the historical evolution of performance styles. This course will fulfill the fine arts requirement. This course is required to take before other theater courses.

Theater Production ITheater production is a course designed for those students primarily interested in working on plays. Although theater background is encouraged, it is not required. All students will be required to act on stage in front of an audience in the course of the year. Plays will be presented to the public throughout the school year. Students interested in trying out for the one-act play must be in first period theater production. Students must audition and have director’s approval.

Junior ROTC RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING CORPS (ROTC) ICREDIT (2) each year PREREQUISTE: ApprovalThe Reserve Officers Training Corps is a corporative effort between the U.S. Army and school districts to provide a character and leadership development program of military science. It instills the student with an enhanced sense of self-esteem, teamwork, and self-discipline that will be applied to any post-secondary situation. Studies include topics such as military history, geography, service learning, first aid, citizenship, duty, responsibility, communications, leadership, drill and ceremony. Satisfactory completion can lead to advanced placement in the active Army, Army Reserves, or National Guard.

Art IThrough the course of the semester, students will establish a visual vocabulary through the elements and principals of art. Students will also create art works in drawing and painting utilizing the elements and principles. Students will work in one, two and three-point perspective. Through the study of art history, students will also learn of major art movements as well as masters of the art world. There is a $10 art fee for this course.

DrawingStudents will be introduced to a variety of mediums concentrating basically on tempera painting. Students will also do research papers on artist, art movements and art techniques. Students are required to keep a portfolio, folder and a sketchpad diary. A fee of $20 is required.

Human Portrait and Human Figure Drawing A course designed to focus on the techniques used to create the human portrait and human figure. All areas will be broken down and focused on individually creating a full understanding of how to create a realistic likeness. Different mediums will be used throughout the course thus allowing the students to obtain an understanding of how to manipulate those mediums while solving the problems of creating realistic portraits and figure drawings.

Band I-IVOpportunities are provided for band students to develop the skills needed to become successful participants in a variety of instrumental music activities such as marching band, U.I.L. concert and sight reading contest, U.I.L. solo and ensemble contests, and All-State Band.

Choir I-IVChoir is a mixture of unison, 2-part, 3-part, and 4-part choral music, with emphasis on the fundamentals of sight-reading, correct breathing and performance skills. Basic music theory will be taught as a main part of this course (learning to understand written music and apply it to vocal production). Students will have the opportunity to perform at least two concerts, attend festivals, participate in U.I.L. solo/ensemble competition and audition for the district, regional, and area state choirs. A student who excels in this class will be adequately prepared for the Concert Chorale. This is a performance class.

Spanish I SThe philosophy of the program is to enable students to attain a measurable degree of communicative competency and proficiency in each of the language skills. In order to be authentic in the oral presentations, the students look at the reality in their text books. They will answer questions and talk about such real life situations. This course is open to students who have some understanding of the Spanish Language.

Spanish I EThis full term course is designed to develop the basic skills of reading. The objective of this course is to create simple Spanish communication among students, by enabling them to write and speak. Instructional topic include: the Spanish alphabet, number and gender of articles, nouns and adjectives and a variety of vocabulary. Regular and irregular verbs are also introduced. This course is open to non-Spanish speakers only.

Spanish II S or Spanish II EFor students who have completed Spanish I

AP Spanish LanguageAn AP Spanish Language course is an accelerated enriched study of advanced grammar, composition and literature. The student will be required to write several long essays, write literary critiques on woks read. This course also included the study of representative works from Hispanic authors from many of the Spanish speaking countries. The AP program is designed to help college board students prepare for the AP examinations which give high school student the opportunity to demonstrate college level achievement while still in high school

AP Spanish LiteratureAn AP Spanish Literature course is comparable to a third-year college introduction to Hispanic literature course. It is based on a required reading list. The works on the list are of literary significance and represent various historical periods, literary movements, genres, geographic areas, and population groups within the Spanish-speaking. The objective of the course is to help you interpret and analyze literature in Spanish.

French IThis is a full credit course designed to develop the ability to understand, read, speak, and write the French language. Time will be spent on conversation, reading and writing and learning about culture structure and grammar both in their native language as in French. This is open to students whose native language is not French.

French IINext French course for students who have completed French I

Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural ResourcesIn this course, students will develop knowledge and skills regarding career opportunities, personal development, globalization, industry standards, details, practices, and expectations in the area of agriculture, food and natural resources.

Principles of Architecture & ConstructionThis course is an overview of the various fields of architecture, interior design, construction science and construction technology.

Principles of Arts, A/V Technology & CommunicationsCareers in the arts, audio/visual technology and communications career cluster require, in addition to creative aptitude, a strong background in computer and technology applications, a strong academic foundation and a proficiency in oral and written communication.

Principles of Business, Marketing & FinanceIn this course, students develop knowledge and skills in economics and private enterprise systems, the impact of global business, marketing of goods and services, advertising and product pricing.

Business Information Management IIn this course, students apply technical skills to address business applications of emerging technologies, create word-processing documents, develop a spreadsheet, formulate a database, and make an electronic presentation using appropriate software.

Principles of Education & Training/ Dollars and SenseThis course is designed to introduce students to the various careers available within the education and training career cluster. Students will develop a graduation plan that leads to a specific career choice in the student's interest area.

Principles of Health ScienceThis course is an overview of the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services and biotechnology research and development systems of the health care industry.

Principles of Information TechnologyIn this course, students develop computer literacy skills to adapt to emerging technologies used in the global marketplace.

Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections & SecurityThis course introduces students to professions in law enforcement, security, corrections, and fire and emergency management services. Students will examine the roles and resp. of police, courts, corrections, private security and protective agencies.

Livestock Production

[10-12] (1 Credit)

Equine Science [10-12] (1 Credit)

Advanced Animal Science

[12] (1 Credit)

Wildlife, Fisheries & Ecology

Management [10-12] (1 Credit)

POWER, STRUCTURAL & TECHNICAL

SYSTEMSPLANT SYSTEMS Agricultural Mechanics

and Metal Technologies Intro to Woodworking &

Welding[10-12] (1 Credit)

Agricultural Facilities Design and Fabrication

[11-12] (1 Credit)

Agricultural Power Systems (Welding)[11-12] (2 Credits)

ANIMAL SYSTEMS

STC Precision Manufacturing

Technology Program[11-12]

Landscape Design & Turf Grass Management

[10-12] (1 Credit)

Principles of Agriculture, Food, & Natural

Resources [9-12] (1 Credit)

Professional Standards in Agribusiness

[10-12] (1 Credit)

Professional Standards in Agribusiness

[10-12] (1 Credit) Professional Standards in Agribusiness

[10-12] (1 Credit)

Freshman elective courses

Example of Freshman elective sheet with course numbers:

AGRICULTURE FOOD & NATURAL RESOURCES 0500 Principles of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources 

ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION 0480 Principles of Architecture and Construction

ARTS, A/V TECHNOLOGY & COMMUNICATIONS 0691 Principles of Arts, A/V Technology & Communications  Art I 0200 Drawing I 0202 Portrait (Figure Drawing) 0204 Theatre Arts 0208

Let’s begin

Filling out the Pre-registration forms

Pre AP Summer Assignment for English I Pre AP A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry Mythology by Edith Hamilton

Note: Check the Sharyland High School website for details on summer readings.

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