Class of 2014-16
Colleyville Heritage High
School
Registration Information
Green Program of Studies Book
(online)
 Registration Worksheet
 Clubs and Organizations/Map (online)
 24 Most Asked Questions (online)
 Athletic & Fine Art Options (online)
 All CHHS registration information is
available online on the CHHS website
under COUNSELORS
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Program of Studies
The new 2013-14 Program of Studies
Booklet is available online at the district
website :
http://www.gcisd-k12.org
 Go to: Parents and Students
: Program of Studies
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State Recommended
Graduation Requirements
English - 4
Mathematics - 4
Science - 4
Social Studies – 3.5
Economics - .5
Health - .5
Physical Education – 1.0
Fine Arts - 1
Speech - .5
Technology - 1
Other Languages-2
Electives- 3.5
Total Credits-26 State Credits
State Recommended Plan
requires taking Levels I and
II in the same language other
than English courses.
State Distinguished Achievement
Graduation Requirements
English-4
Mathematics-4
Science-4
Social Studies-3.5
Economics-.5
Health-.5
Physical Education-1.5 (or 1)
Fine Arts-1
Speech-.5
Technology -1
*Other Languages-3
Electives-2.5
Total Credits- 26 State Credits
PLUS
Four of the following advanced
measures are required:
•A score of 3 or above on any College
Board Advanced Placement Exam
•A grade of 3 or higher on courses that
count for college credit, including tech
prep programs
•A commended (semi-finalist or
finalist) score on the PSAT
IMPORTANT
4 years of All Core
Subjects are now
required for
Recommended and
Distinguished
programs!!
Mathematics
The Recommended Program
requires:
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Additional SBOE approved
Math course
Science
The Recommended Program requires:
 Biology
 Chemistry
 Physics
 Additional
Science Elective
(Environmental Systems, Aquatic
Science, Anatomy and Physiology,
Astronomy, etc. pg. 54-55 in Program of
Studies)
Social Studies
The Recommended Program
requires:
 World Geography
 World History
 US History
 US Government (+ Economics)
Fine Arts
 Art
 Dance
 Band
 Choir
 Theatre
Physical Education
1 Credit Required for Graduation (Class of 2014 & Beyond)
(Any 2 one semester PE Courses)
The following substitutes for PE
in the FALL Only

Marching Band

Drill Team

Cheerleading
Athletics may substitute for PE
Only Dance I may earn PE credits. Dance II-IV will count as
Fine Arts.
INFORMATION ON TRY-OUTS
Refer to the Athletics and Fine Arts
Options handout (Available On-line)
ATHLETICS
 CHEER
 DANCE TEAM
 PAP ART CLASSES
 ORAL INTERPRETATION
 THEATER

Athletics
•
•
High School athletics are very competitive.
Students who are not currently playing a
sport either in middle school or on a select
or club team need to contact the
appropriate coach prior to registering for
that sport. Contact information is on the
“Athletics and Fine Arts Options” link on
the counseling website.
Speech

Professional Communications will satisfy
the speech requirement for graduation.
Technology Credit
One full Credit Required
for Graduation (please see pg. 2
in the Program of Studies for a list of
courses)

Several new courses are also being
offered
Other Languages
Levels I and II of the same language
(State Recommended)
 Levels I, II, and III of the same language
(DAP)
In language other than English

Should I take Pre AP classes?
Classes average 1.0 to 1.5 hours of
homework per class meeting
 Consider outside activities
 Are you an independent worker?
 Do you enjoy more complex projects and
instruction?
 Consider taking a Pre AP class in your area
of strength

Why Take AP Classes?
You will be better prepared academically.
In college you should perform significantly
better than students who have not taken
challenging courses.
 You are more likely to exercise leadership as a
result of your experiences in AP classes.
 Students who earn a 3 or better on an AP exam
may be awarded college credit by the college
they choose to attend. Students should check
with each school to find out what their policy
about AP credit and how it will be applied.
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
Why Take Dual Credit Classes?
Classes are taught on the CHHS campus
by TCC instructors; however, students
gain BOTH unweighted high school and
college credit.
 Students who take a dual credit class must
enroll and pay fees and tuition as well as
meet TCC’s admission requirements.
 Students must have good attendance and
follow TCC classroom guidelines.

Dual Enrollment Meetings
Students interesting in enrolling in dual enrollment
classes must attend one of the following
mandatory meetings:
Feb 4th
• February
• February
• February
•
- at Parent University (7:45 p.m.)
13- 8 a.m. in Lecture Hall
13- 4:15 p.m. in Lecture Hall
21- During lunches in Lecture Hall
AP, GT, and PAP Programs
There will be another Parent University
Session to discuss the AP and PAP
Programs at
7:00 tonight in the auditorium.
Off Campus Classes
Gymnastics (must provide own transportation)
 Swimming / Diving
 GHS classes


Shuttle buses run to Swim Center & GHS, as
noted on the course selection sheet and in the
Program of Studies
Extra Curricular Activities
 Major
Time
Commitment
 College Recognition
 Opportunity to
build leadership
skills.
 Socialization
 School Spirit!
Hints for Course Selection
Choose classes that will challenge, but not
overwhelm the student.
 Gains in GPA and class rank come from a
combination of challenging courses AND good
grades.
 If a course was too difficult in the past, it is
quite possible that the next level course will be
too difficult as well. Talk with your teacher for
advice.
 Map out a time management plan identifying
preparation time for classes, time requirements
for extracurricular activities and free time.

ALL ELECTIVE CHANGES MUST BE
MADE BY MAY 1st.
The Importance of a Well Rounded
Education….
Test Scores
Community Service
Community Scholar
Ambassador Program
Requirements:
State Recommended plan or above
 Three credits in the same language other
than English
 70% or higher in every course taken
 100 Hours of Community Service
For more information: See CHHS Website or Email
questions to: CHHSscholars@aol.com
Course Selection Dates


Month of February
February
February 11-15
 February 11
 February 19-22
 February 25-28
 March 15
 April 19- May 1
 May 1

Rising 12th Parent Meetings
Course Selection meetings
(During Social Studies classes)
Rising 12th Course Selection
Skyward Window Opens
Rising 11th Course Selection
Rising 10th Course Selection
Skyward Window Closes
Access Course Requests online
Schedule Change Deadline
Counselor Contact Information
 A-Ey,
 Ez Q-Z
O,P
K, M
L, N
Lindsey Hopkins
Leslie Walden
Claudia McWhorter
E-Mail Information: FirstName.LastName@gcisd.net
Parent University Schedule
6:45-8:15- Panther Den with Teachers (Come & Go)
6-6:45- 8th Grade Parents/ Students- Registration
Discussion (Auditorium)
6-6:45- Rising 10-12th Grade Parents/ StudentsRegistration Discussion (Library)
6-6:45 ABC of College (LH)
7-7:30- Pre-AP/ AP Information (Auditorium)
7-7:30- Registration Discussion for Spanish Speakers (LH)
7-7:30 College info (Library)
7:45-8:15- Dual College Enrollment- Seniors (Auditorium)
7:45-8:15- STARR Q & A (Lecture Hall)
7:45-8:15 Choices.com (4 year plan) Library
Summer School
Summer
school information
will be available on the main
GCISD website right after
spring break.
FaceBook Page
Visit our website for
additional information:
www.gcisdk12.org/chhs
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