THE NINTH GRADE EXPERIENCE

at Burlington High School

Ninth Grade at BHS

Why It Matters?

1. Strong foundations for the 21st century

2. Preparation for lifelong learning

Graduate Learning Expectations

Goals of Ninth Grade

Rigor

Relevance

Relationships

What does this look like?

Critical Elements

• Essential Questions

• Common Expectations

• Humanities Teams

• Interdisciplinary Connections

• 1:1 Technology

Ninth Grade Classes

•Humanities (English & Social Studies)•Biology •Math

Ninth Grade Classes

• World Language or ELL • PE and Health • Elective and Support Classes, and Academic Study (study hall)

Academic Supports

• Reading & Writing Workshop 9

• Reading Instruction Classes

• Biology Recitation • Math Lab• Supported Academic Study

• ASPIRE Supported Study • Individual Services

Courses• ELL Courses and Support

Classes• Call Back 3:00-3:30 • Homework Center

3:00-4:30

Sample ScheduleBLOCK BLUE DAY WHITE DAY WEDNESDAYS

Block 1

8:05 -9:35

Humanities

8:05 -9:35

Music/Art

8:05-8:45 Choice Time 8:50 - 10:10

Block 2

9:43 -11:16

Humanities

9:43 -11:16

Math 10:17 - 11:37Block 3 (30 Minute Lunch Scheduled Here)

11:23 - 1:23

PE/Health

11:23 - 1:23

World Language 11:43 - 1:34

Block 4

1:30 - 3:00

Academic Study

1:30 - 3:00

Science 1:40 - 3:00

CALLBACK 3:01 -3:30 3:01 -3:30 3:01 -3:30

Shifts in Classrooms

Proficiency-Based Learning

• Essential skills and knowledge

• Demonstrations of learning

Ability to Earn Honors

Humanities and Geometry:

Every student can earn honors through

• more rigorous coursework

• deeper knowledge and analysis

• growth in habits of mind

Ability to Earn Honors

• Honors designation on transcripts

• Biology Honors available - math prerequisite

• Honors classes in 10-12th grades

• Advanced Placement classes in 11-12th grades

Ability to Earn Honors

A proficiency-based system with an earned honors option holds all students to high expectations and provides equal access to challenging curriculum.

A Focus on Reading

•Reading skills are essential •Extra reading class for some •Students placed using SRI scores

Engaging, Caring Teachers

Also Required for Graduation

• Community Service

• Year End Studies

Year End Studies (YES)

For 10 days in late spring, BHS students can explore in depth something that interests them.

High-InterestCourses

Real-World Learning

CommunityConnections

Demonstrating Learning

Breakfast for every student, every day

School starts at 8:05 a.m.

School ends at 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday Choice Time

Wednesday classes start 8:50 a.m.

Library/cafeteria open

Dates To Remember

FEBRUARY 2014

Dates to Remember

HUNT:

Return course registration form to HMS by February 6, 2014

Dates to Remember

EDMUNDS:

Return course registration form to EMS by February 6, 2014

Dates to Remember

PRIVATE SCHOOLS:

Choose one registration meeting

• Tuesday, Feb. 18, 8:45 am • Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2:45 pm

Dates to Remember

Sports Fair:

Interested in learning more about BHS sports teams? March 13 – BHS Cafeteria3:20-7:00 p.m.

9th Grade Orientation Thursday,May 297:00 p.m.

For More Information

•www.bsdvt.bhs.org - Ninth Grade

•Informational Discussions with Principal February 11 – 5:00 p.m. February 17 - 7:00 p.m. March 6 – 5:00 p.m.

For More Information