Sherwood High School
Welcome
SHS Class of
2016
Tonight we will …
 Discuss the four-year educational program at
Sherwood High School
 Prepare students and parents for the transition from
middle school to high school
 Highlight the freshmen registration process
 Provide an opportunity to attend the Course Fair to
learn about academic programs and meet some
Sherwood staff
At Sherwood…
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We focus on academics so students
leave high school prepared to do
whatever they want to do (open as
many doors as possible)
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We provide opportunities for self
exploration beyond the curriculum
through athletics, community
activities and extracurricular
programs
Our Goal … College and
Career Readiness for Each
100% of our students will be ready
for life after high school.
We prepared students for the next
phase of their lives in preparation
for their chosen career
We prepare students to be good
citizens of the global society.
MCPS ... 3 High School Keys
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Earn a score of at least 1650 (out of 2400) on the
SAT or 24 (out of 36) on the ACT
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Take an Advanced Placement (AP) class and earn
a score of 3, or higher
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Complete Algebra 2 with a grade of C, or higher,
by the end of grade 11
Preparing for High School and Beyond
 Choose the right academic program designed for
you.
 Make sure you take rigorous courses that stretch
you as a learner (this is unique to the individual
student)
 Make sure you take an honors class and an AP
class (if possible)
 Take the SAT or the ACT or both and get a strong
score
 A cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
 Get involved in the life of your high school
Individual Graduation
Requirements
22 Credits (minimum)
Student Service Learning Hours (75 hours)
High School Assessments (combined total
score of 1208)
Algebra
Biology
English 10
Course Requirements
FOR GRADUATION (minimum 22 credits):
WHAT MOST COLLEGES WANT TO SEE:
English (4 credits)
Math (4 credits)
Science (3 credits)
Social Studies (3 credits)
Physical Education (1 credit)
Health (.5 credit)
Fine Arts(1 credit)
Tech Ed (1 credit)
English (4 credits)
Math (4 credits)
Science (3-4 credits)
Social Studies (3-4 credits)
Foreign Language (3-4 credits)
Program Completer:
Option 1: World Language (2 credits)
Option 2: Advanced Technology [Advanced
Design Apps & Advanced Tech Apps](2
credits)
Option 3: Career and Technology Program
Honors and Advanced Placement courses
Elective courses that enhance educational
program
Freshman Year
• 7 Credits:
English (1)
Math (1)
Social Studies (1)
Science (1)
Electives (3)
(World Language, Physical Education, Art/Music,
Technology Education, or other electives)
OVERVIEW: Program of Studies
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English
Mathematics
Social Studies
Science
World Languages
Physical Education/Health
Fine Arts
Technology Education and Career Technology
Programs
English
English 9 Honors
English 9 On Level
Electives Grades 9- 12:
English 10 Honors
English 11 Honors
English 10 On Level
Film as Literature
Journalism
Yearbook
Theatre
Creative Writing
AP Language
English 12 Honors
AP Literature
(or Language)
ESOL Language classes
satisfy English
requirement
Mathematics
Algebra 1
Double Period Algebra 1
Geometry
(Honors/On-Level)
Double Period Geometry
Algebra 2 (Honors/
On-Level)
Pre-Calculus
(Honors/On-level)
Electives: Quantitative Literacy,
Bridge to Algebra 2,
Statistics , AP Statistics
Calculus
(AP/Honors)
Social Studies
US History
NSL
Honors NSL
MW History
Honors US History
AP NSL
Honors
MW History
AP NSL
AP US History
9th Grade
10th Grade
Honors US
AP
MW History
11th Grade
Electives for Grades 11 and 12: Psychology, Comparative Religions, Law, Ancient
and Medieval History, Philosophy, African American History, Latin American
History, Global Issues, Sociology, AP Psychology, AP European History, AP
Comparative Government, AP US History
Science
H Matter &
Energy
H Biology
Biology
H Biology
Biology
H Chemistry
Chemistry
H Chemistry
Chemistry
Elective
H Physics
Physics
Elective
H Physics
H Biology DP Sem 1
H Chemistry DP Sem 2
Elective
Electives: Anatomy & Physiology, Astronomy, Biological
Anthropology, Horticultural Science, Molecular Biology,
Earth Space Systems, Environmental Science, AP Biology,
AP Chemistry, AP Physics, AP Environmental Science,
Wildlife Biology
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
World Languages
French – Spanish - Italian
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Honors
Level 4
Honors
Level 5
Honors
Italian is offered through level four
AP Spanish
(Language
and Literature)
AP French
(Language)
Physical Education
Physical Education
Grade 9: General P.E. (1st or 2nd semester)
Concentrated or Specialty P.E. (1st or 2nd semester)
Grades 10 – 12: Concentrated or Specialty P.E. (students can repeat the
same course for credit; example: Weight training)
Health
Comprehensive
Health
On-level or Honors
Required
Family Life and
Human Development
Elective course
Fine Arts
Grade 9: Any Level 1 Course
(Ceramics 1, Digital Photography,
Digital Art, Photography 1,
Foundations of Art, Chorus 1, Piano,
Guitar, Electronic Music, Concert
Band (if already play an instrument),
Jazz Band (if already play an
instrument)
Grades 10 – 12: Level 1 courses or
upper level courses
Technology Education
Grade 9: Introduction to Engineering
Design*, Foundations of Technology*,
Computer courses, Television
Grades 10 – 12: Principles of
Engineering*Upper level Career
Technology Education programs.
* Satisfies Technology requirement
Career and Technology Programs
Engineering
Academy of
Health
Professions
Academy of
Hospitality
and Tourism
Business
Child and
Adolescent
Development
College/Career
Research and
Development
(juniors &seniors)
Computer
Science
Hospitality
Management –
Culinary Arts
Internship
program
(seniors)
Preparing for High School
 Classroom performance: continue to get good grades in your
classes
 Attitude towards achievement = Get good grades; high school
courses become permanent on your transcript
 Responsibility: Handing in homework, making up assignments,
reteach/reassess opportunities, no unexcused absences or
tardies, manage time wisely
 Make good choices about your classes for next year
 Get involved in school activities: athletics, clubs, organizations,
attending events, …
Athletics
Fall:
Football (V & JV)
Cross Country
Golf
Boys Soccer
Spring:
Girls Volleyball
Girls Tennis
Girls Soccer
Field Hockey
Baseball (V & JV)
Boys Lacrosse
Boys Volleyball
Gymnastics
Softball (c & V & JV)
Winter:
Year Long:
Bocce Ball (c)
Boys Basketball
Girls Basketball
Indoor Track
Swimming and Diving
Wrestling
Cheerleading
Pom Pons
Track
Girls Lacrosse
Coed Volleyball
Boys Tennis
Activities
Academic
Service
Debate
Forensics
Honor Societies: National, Art, English,
French, Spanish, Mu Alpha Theta,
Quill & Scroll, Tri-M Music
It’s Academic
Mock Trial
Science Club
Ambassadors
Amnesty International
Best Buddies
Green Team
Interact
Peer Mediators
Project Change
Key Club
SADD
Student Government
(SGA, Freshman Class
Sophomore Class,
Junior Class, Senior
Class)
More Activities
Clubs
Anime
Amazing Race
Badminton
Black Student Union
Break Dancing
C.A.S.T./Drama/Stage Crew
Creative Writing
DESI (Indian Culture)
Engineers Without Borders
Fashion Show
F.B.L.A.
F.C.A.
F.E.A.
Free Fall
Game Club
International Club
Italian Club
Jewish Student Union
Korean Club
Model U.N.
Stage Crew
Stand Proud
Step Team
Shakespeare Club
Technology Club
Warrior Improvisation
Wiffle Ball Club
Young Democrats
Young Republicans
Registration Process
 January 26: Registration Meeting and Course Fair
 During the month of February:
 Counselors will visit the middle schools to discuss course
registration and programs at Sherwood High School
Rosa Parks Middle School on February 2
Farquhar Middle School on February 3
 Registration cards need to be returned to the middle
schools by February 13
Course Fair (now until 8:00)
 Auxiliary Gym:
 Look at presentations about SHS
courses
 Opportunity to discuss programs
with school staff