FBISD
Graduation and Career Planning
8th Grade Parent Night
Spring 2015
Welcome!
The purpose of this presentation is to assist students
and parents in planning for high school.
Students and parents are strongly encouraged to:
• Refer to the FBISD Course Guide for more detailed
information.
• Meet with building counselors for questions and additional
guidance.
Graduation Plans
• Foundation + Endorsements – 26 credits
• Distinguished Level of Achievement – 26 credits
• Foundation Only – 22 credits
Fort Bend Independent School District
Distinguished Level of Achievement Graduation Plan – 26 credits
Student must fulfill the Graduation requirements of at least one of the five Endorsements below and successfully complete Algebra II.
*Foundation + Endorsement Graduation Plan – 26 credits
STEM
Business & Industry
Public Service
Arts & Humanities
Multidisciplinary Studies
4 English – ELA I, II, III &
one advanced English
4 English – ELA I, II, III &
one advanced English
4 English – ELA I, II, III &
one advanced English
4 English – ELA I, II, III &
one advanced English
4 English – ELA I, II, III &
one advanced English
4 Math - Algebra I,
Geometry, Algebra II &
one advanced math
4 Math - Algebra I, Geometry
& two advanced math
4 Math - Algebra I, Geometry
& two advanced math
4 Math - Algebra I, Geometry
& two advanced math
4 Math - Algebra I, Geometry
& two advanced math
4 Science - Biology, IPC or
Chemistry or Physics & two
advanced science
4 Science - Biology, IPC or
Chemistry or Physics & two
advanced science
4 Science - Biology, IPC or
Chemistry or Physics & two
advanced science
3 Social Studies - World Geo 3 Social Studies - World Geo
or World Hist, US Hist,
or World Hist, US Hist,
Gov’t (.5) & Eco (.5)
Gov’t (.5) & Eco (.5)
3 Social Studies - World Geo
or World Hist, US Hist,
Gov’t (.5) & Eco (.5)
3 Social Studies - World Geo
or World Hist, US Hist,
Gov’t (.5) & Eco (.5)
3 Social Studies - World
Geo or World Hist, US Hist,
Gov’t (.5) & Eco (.5)
4 Elective credits in
coherent sequence
4 Elective credits in
coherent sequence
4 Elective credits in
coherent sequence
4 Elective credits in
coherent sequence
4 Science - Biology,
Chemistry, Physics &
one advanced science
4 Science - Biology, IPC or
Chemistry or Physics & two
advanced science
4 Elective credits in
coherent sequence
Foundation Graduation Plan – 22 credits
4 English – ELA I - III & one advanced
3 Science - Biology, IPC or Chem. or Physics & one advanced
3 Math - Algebra I, Geometry & one advanced
3 Social Studies - World Geography or World History,
US History, Government (.5) & Economics (.5)
2 LOTE or Computer Programming
1 Physical Education
1 Fine Arts
.5 Health / .5 Speech
4 Elective Credits
*This is an overview of the Foundation + Endorsement Graduation Plans. Please see next page(s) for the specific requirements of each Endorsement.
Course Requirements: Endorsements
• Similar to a college major
• Endorsement pathways are typically a
sequence of courses for 4 credits
• Can focus on Academics, Fine Arts, JROTC,
or Career and Technical Education
• Offerings vary by campus
Course Requirements: Endorsements
• FBISD students will select their endorsement in
Skyward Family Access when they select their
courses for next year.
• The endorsement, and any changes, must be
indicated in writing and signed by the parent.
Endorsements: STEM
(Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Who?:
Students considering a
career in engineering or
computer science, and
those who enjoy and are
energized by math,
science, design, and
problem solving.
Careers:
Robotics Technician
Computer Programmer
Medical Researcher
Engineer
Biochemist Microbiologist
Environmentalist
STEM Endorsement Pathways
SAMPLE STEM PATHWAYS
STEM MATH
STEM SCIENCE
STEM TECH
APPS
Algebra I
Biology
Computer Sci I
Geometry
Chemistry
Computer Sci II
STEM CTE
PROJECT LEAD
THE WAY
Introduction to
Engineering
Concepts of
Engineering
Principles of
Manufacturing
Engineering
Design and
Problem Solving
Algebra II
Physics
Computer Sci III
Aerospace
Engineering
Pre-Calculus
Environmental
Science
Game
Programming
Biomedical
Engineering
Calculus
Chemistry AP
STEM CTE
ENGINEERING
Capstone:
Engineering
Design and
Development
Scientific
Research and
Design
Endorsements: Business and Industry
Who?:
Students interested in
agriculture, business,
accounting, digital
graphics, and
architecture.
Careers:
Accountant
Aircraft Controller
Interior Designer
Electrician
Chef
Architect
Business and Industry Endorsement Pathways
SAMPLE BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY PATHWAYS
Business &
Industry
Animal Science
Business &
Industry
Interior Design
Principles of
Agriculture
Principles of
Human Service
Principles of Arts
and A/V
Livestock
Production
Interior Design
A/V Production
Advanced
Wildlife, Fisheries Interior Design
and Ecology
Management
Practicum in
Interior Design
Vet Med
Application
Business &
Industry
Video Prod.
Animation
Advanced A/V
Production
Business &
Industry
Sports Market.
Business &
Industry
Automotive
Principles of
Business,
Marketing, &
Finance
Principles of
Business,
Marketing &
Finance
Business
Information
Management
Business
Information
Management
Sports & Entert.
Market./Prof
Comm
Automotive Tech
Entrepreneurship
Advanced Auto
Tech
Endorsements: Public Services
Who?:
Careers:
Students who love helping Teacher
others and are interested in
Social Worker
law enforcement, fire
Fire Fighter
fighting, education, the
military, or government.
Private Investigator
Animal Control Worker
Mental Health Counselor
Public Service Endorsement Pathways
SAMPLE PUBLIC SERVICE PATHWAYS
Public Service
JROTC
JROTC I
Public Service
Clinical
Medicine
Public Service
Education
Public Service
Cosmetology
Public Service
Nutrition
Principles of
Health Science
Principles of Ed.
And Training
Principles of
Human Services
Principles of
Human Services
Medical
Terminology AND
Prof Comm.
Human Growth & Fashion Design
Development
Cosmetology 1
Instructional
Practices in Ed.
Cosmetology 2
JROTC II
JROTC III
JROTC IV
Anatomy and
Physiology
Health Science
Practicum in
Education
Human Growth &
Development
Lifetime Nut. &
Wellness AND
Prof Comm.
Food Science
Endorsements: Arts and Humanities
Who?:
Careers:
Students interested in the Actor
fine arts, world languages, Movie Director
and social studies.
Translator
Ambassador
Musician
Arts and Humanities Endorsement Pathways
SAMPLE ARTS AND HUMANITIES ENDORSEMENT PATHWAYS
Arts &
Humanities
Social Studies
Arts &
Humanities
World Lang.
Arts &
Humanities
Band
Arts &
Humanities
Theater
Arts &
Humanities
English
World Geography Spanish 1
Band I
Theater 1
Photojournalism
World History
Spanish 2
Band II
Theater 2
Yearbook
U.S. History
Spanish 3 Pre-AP
Band III
Theater 3
Yearbook 2
Government
Spanish 4 AP
Band IV
Theater 4
Yearbook 3
Economics
European History
Endorsements: Multidisciplinary
• Provides students an opportunity to earn an
Endorsement from courses taken from multiple
subject areas and/or Endorsements
– 4 AP or Dual Credit Core Subjects
– 4 X 4 Core Subjects
– Combination of CTE or Tech Apps from different
Endorsements
Multidisciplinary Endorsement Pathways
SAMPLE MULTIDISCIPLINARY PATHWAYS
Multidisciplinary
Core AP
English IV AP
Multidisciplinary
Core 4x4
4 English credits (must
include English 4)
Spanish IV AP
4 Math credits
Multidisciplinary
Advanced CTE
Mix and Match
Architecture Design
Lifetime Nutrition &
Wellness AND Prof Comm.
Statistics AP
World History
4 Science credits (must
include Chemistry or
Physics)
Social Studies – 4 credits
Digital Interactive Media
Anatomy and Physiology
Endorsements
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Specific course requirements vary by Endorsement
See Chart Your Course Guide pages 51-66 for more detailed info:
– Specific graduation requirements for each Endorsement
– All available Pathways by campus
– Sample Four Year Plans
Specific course requirements vary by endorsement. For more detailed information and sample 4 year
course plans, please refer to pages 51-66 in the FBISD Course Guide published on the FBISD website.
Distinguished Level of Achievement
(DLA)
A Distinguished Level of Achievement (DLA) may be earned through
successful completion of:
• All requirements for the Foundation High School Program, plus
• The requirements of at least one endorsement, including Algebra II
among the four required math credits, and
• A fourth science credit
A student must graduate with a Distinguished Level of Achievement (DLA)
to be considered for the Top 10% and eligibility for automatic admission
to a Texas public college or university.
Performance Acknowledgments
Performance Acknowledgements may be earned in one or more of the
following categories:
• AP test score of 3 or above;
• IB test score of 4 or above (transfer students only as the International
Baccalaureate program is not available in FBISD);
• Qualifying PSAT score based on the 11th grade test;
• SAT combined critical reading and math score of 1250 or above;
• ACT composite score of 28 or above;
• College course with a final grade of A or B (3.0 or above);
• Bilingualism and biliteracy; and
• Earning a nationally or internationally recognized business or industry
certification or license.
Testing Requirements
Students must pass the following assessments in
order to graduate:
• 5 End-of-Course Tests (EOC)
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Algebra I
Biology
English I
English II
U.S. History
• Substitution Tests – AP, PLAN, PSAT/SAT, ACT
Course Selection for 9th Grade
Students will select 9th grade courses in Skyward Family Access.
• Choose an endorsement.
• Select one course from each of the following:
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English
Math
Science
Social Studies
• Select courses from other required areas to complete seven (7) class
periods
• If one course marked (sem.) is selected, a second (sem.) course is also
required.
• Parents must log in to their Skyward Family Access account to
sign their student’s endorsement selection.
Sample Freshman Schedule
1. English I
2. Algebra I*
3. Biology
4. World Geography
5. Endorsement Pathway Elective
6. World Language Elective
7. Elective (Fine Arts, Professional Communication, Health,
P.E., Athletics etc.)
*Geometry may be taken if Algebra I credit was earned in 8th grade.
Kempner High School
Course Selection
Graduation Requirements
Foundation + Endorsements Graduation Plan
Distinguished Level of Achievement Graduation Plan
Both require 26 Credits
Endorsement Electives
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Principles of Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources* (E=B/I)
Principles of Architecture & Construction*(E=B/I)
Principles of Arts, AV Technology, & Communications*(E=B/I) or (E=A/H)
Principles of Business , Marketing, & Finance (ALL) (E=B/I)
Principles of Education & Training* (E=PS)
Principles of Human Services*(E=PS)++
– (Human Services I is a PreReq)
Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, & Security* (E=PS)
*=not currently available at all high schools
E=Endorsement
++=available for middle and high schools
Remember, high school students need…
4 Credits of English
4 Credits of Math
4 Credits of Science
4 Credits of Social Studies
2 Credits of World Language or Computer Programming
½ Credit of Health
½ Credit of Professional Communication
1 Credit of PE
1 Credit of Fine Arts
5 Credits of Electives
These are the requirements for
entry into a four year university at this time.
Why is 9th grade important for my
future?
•Grades determine your GPA and Class Rank
used for post-secondary opportunities!!
***Every class counts (even high school courses taken at
middle school)!
Create a 4 Year Plan
• Use the 2015-2016 High School Program Guide (now
on-line) to help you plan for the courses you need
and would like to take at Kempner High School
GET INVOLVED-Do not wait until your senior
year to join activities!
*Volunteer
YES Service Organization at school
www.volunteerhouston.org –find
Volunteer opportunities
*Join a club/team at school
*Participate in Athletics, Band,
Or other activities
*Part time jobs
REMINDER
• Return Course Selection Worksheets
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Return them to the designated teacher at your middle school.
Include alternate choices on your worksheet.
Number your elective choices 1 – 6.
Discuss choices with your family.
Forms must have endorsement selection and parent signature.
Online Course Selection
• Online input window for KHS opens on
February 19th and closes on February 27th.
• Your current counselor at the middle school campus
will train and assist students with inputting course
selections online.
REMINDER
• Middle school counselors will field any questions 8th graders
have about online input. High school counselors will not have
access to 8th grade student selections until later in the year.
• Students will be given a verification sheet in March by their 8th
grade counselor. If students want to make a change at that time,
they must make the correction on the verification sheet, obtain
a parent and student signature and return it to their middle
school counselor by the deadline established by your middle
school.
Family Access In Skyward
• Family Access is an important tool for you and your student.
• Your family can access grades through this program. You will
not have to wait until grades are mailed to monitor your child’s
progress.
• Review Family Access with your child each week to see how
they are doing in class.
• Low grades and missing assignments let you know that it’s time
to contact your child’s teacher.
• Sign up in person now at the middle school or at KHS next year.
Questions?
If you have more questions when your student is
choosing classes, come to the KHS Counseling
Office on February 26th. Our office will be open
from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm and KHS Counselors will
be available to assist you. No appointments are
needed.
Thank you for attending tonight’s event!
I AM KHS!
• Fish Camp will be during August- more
information will be posted on the KHS website
when available.
• Go Cougars!