WINSTON CHURCHILL
HIGH SCHOOL
9th & 10 Grade
Informational Meeting
2015-2016
COUNSELORS
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Mrs. Rodriguez (A-CHA)
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Ms. Martini (CHB-GAR)
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Mr. Sampson (GAT – KR)
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Mr. Cardenas (KU – OR)
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Ms. Garcia ( OT –RH) + AVID
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Mrs. Patterson–Lopez (RI-SN) + ELL
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Mrs. Dimaline – (SO – Z)
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Mrs. Fox - STAN
Promotion Policy
10th Grade
• Students must have 6.0 total credits to be promoted to 10th grade.
11th Grade
• Students must have 12.0 total credits to be promoted to 11th grade.
How Many Pre-AP Classes
To Take?
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Individual decision
Consider extra-curricular commitments
Impacts class rank
Seek balance while challenging yourself
Benefits of Taking Pre-AP
Courses
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Great preparation for AP/DC classes
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Rigorous courses in high school better prepares students
for college courses
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Grades are weighted 1.15 (1.29 for AP!)
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Colleges look for rigorous coursework
RANK IN CLASS
• Required graduation courses, up to a maximum of 26
credits, taken in grades 9 to 12 through the end of the 7th
semester will be used to calculate class rank.
• Elective courses that produce the highest weighted grade
will be used to calculate rank.
• Class rank will be based upon a weighted grade average
Weighted Grade Averages
• WGPA are determined by multiplying each semester grade of a
ranked course by a rank factor and computing an average.
Course Level
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AP, GT/AP, and Dual Credit AP – 1.29
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Pre AP, Honors, Dual Credit non-AP – 1.15
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Regular -1.0
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The WGA determines rank in class.
HONOR GRADUATES
• Students achieving high standards of academic excellence shall
be recognized at the graduation ceremony as honor graduates
based on the following criteria:
• Completion of the Foundations High School Program with an
Endorsement and/or the Distinguished Level of Achievement
• Everything completed through the end of the 1st semester of your
senior year.
• Overall Weighted grade average of a 90 or above
HONOR GRADUATE
DESIGNATIONS
• Summa Cum Laude – 100+
• Magna Cum Laude – 95 -99
• Cum Laude – 90 -94
COLLEGE CREDIT
OPPORTUNITIES
• Take AP classes and AP tests at the end of the year to earn college
credit
• Take dual credit classes (watch for details beginning December 2015
and need to apply by early spring for next school year)
Dual Credit Courses Offered
• US History-AP, College Algebra, English 4 AP, Advanced Theatre
• Need the following: Dual Credit packet, forms, TSI testing
What is Kuder?
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Kuder is a comprehensive internet-based educational and career planning
solution for students:
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Assess interest, skills, and work values
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Create educational plans
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Search and compare colleges
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Search and compare careers
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Explore occupational information
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Develop resumes
Kuder
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Registration
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Go to http://www.txkuder.com
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Select “New User” from Login Area
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Select “Student”, choose grade level
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Click “Continue” to create your account
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Create “User Name” and “Password”
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Use chargers as Password
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Enter N code: N3825299EYA
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Check “I have read and agree to terms and conditions of use”
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Click “Register” to complete process
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Choose “Take an Assessment”
Student Clubs and Organizations
Get Involved !
• Honor Societies
• Spirit Groups
• World Languages
• Community Service
• Fine Arts
• Student Government
• There are many groups/organizations to choose from
SAT Prep
• Trinity 999-7601
• Princeton Review
• Kaplan
• The Tutoring Group 250-1195
• Jewish Community Center 287-1898
• NEISD Community Education
• Huntington Learning Center
Café College
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College Admission Assistance
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Financial Aid Guidance
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Career Exploration
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College Applications
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Workshops and One-on-One Advising
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SAT & ACT Prep
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Free Wi-Fi
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www.cafecollege.org
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Phone 210-207-4528
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info@saedpartnership.org
Go Center
• SAEP representative is available every Tuesday and Thursday from
8:30 am- 4:30 pm
• Assists in college planning
• College Reps visit
• College Research
• Scholarship Research
Building a High School Resume
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Go to our website: www.neisd.net/churchill
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Click on “Academics”
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Click on “Guidance”
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Click on “High School Resume Template”
Resume Tips
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Make it easy to read
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Use a chronological format
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List school related and non school related
activities and leadership positions
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Include awards, honors, GPA, class rank,
SAT/ACT scores
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Brag about yourself!
Social Studies:
4 Required courses
1- World History OR World Geography
2 - US History EOC
3 - Government (1 sem)
4 - Economics (1 sem)
If a student takes a “traditional” route like...
9th
World Geography
10th
World History
11th
US History
12th
Government / Economics
Students will develop a foundation for the US History EOC.
They will get an additional endorsement for Humanities.
Important things to know. . .
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When can you drop a Pre-AP class?
Course catalog posted online & found on NEISD
website
Let’s Review!
NEISD Students:
Foundation Program with
Distinguished Level of
Achievement
(to be eligible for the top 10%)
Graduation Requirements
Distinguished Level of
Achievement
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26 credits
Curriculum requirements for Foundation +
1 Endorsement
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plus Algebra II
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plus an additional science course
Endorsements
● Multidisciplinary
● STEM
● Arts/Humanities
● Public Service
● Business/Industry
(can be found on front of course card)
Selecting Endorsements
● NEISD has videos prepared on their website.
http://www.neisd.net/staar/videos2/video.html
● Students select endorsement on course card
● Students can change endorsements based upon
interest.
End of Course Exams:
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9th Grade:
English I, Biology, Algebra 1
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10th Grade:
English II
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11th Grade:
US History
Course Card
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Fill in all demographic information
Select 1 endorsement and 1 program of study
Write course number in left column
Write name of course in blank
Fill in alternates!
Student & Parent sign course card
Course Card Sequence
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9 -10
Biology PreAp
3233
COURSE SELECTION PROCESS
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Review Churchill Endorsement course list
Complete 4 year plan
Select ONE Endorsement
Select ONE program of study within your Endorsement
Attend Churchill Course Fair on January 28 at 6:00
PRINT your list of courses on course card
Print alternate courses
Sign and return your course card in February
Checklist
• Look at various college requirements
• Plan for using summer wisely
• Research majors/ careers
• Keep up grades
• Continue list of activities, honors, etc.
Student Handbooks
• 9th Grade Handbook
• 10th Grade Handbook
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