HAMMOND
HIGH
MAGNET
School
Scheduling for
Incoming Freshmen
2011-12
The Tangipahoa Parish School System does not
discriminate on the basis of
Race, color, national origin, sex, age, disabilities or veteran
status.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Introduction
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The information you are receiving today
is important to you as a student. In
order for HHMS to provide you with the
best possible education, you must take
the responsibility of choosing subjects
that will help you achieve your goals. You
will receive an information booklet
needed for scheduling. It will provide you
with graduation requirements, scheduling
requirements, course summaries and
other important information. Read this
guide carefully and discuss your schedule
with your parents.You are not allowed
to change teachers or course subjects,
so you should give serious consideration
to your selections.
GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS
(for incoming freshmen beginning 2008-09)
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The Louisiana Department of Education
has three basic diplomas for the freshmen
class of 2008-09 and beyond. They are the
LA Core 4, the Career Diploma and
the Basic Diploma. Every student is
automatically enrolled in the LA Core 4
unless the student transfers over on the
Career Diploma. After two years in high
school the parent/guardian and the
student may choose to opt out of the
Core 4 and enter the Basic Diploma. In
order to opt out, a conference must be
held with the student’s counselor to
discuss the options and a contract must
be signed.
Note: only those students in the Core 4
meet 4-year university/college entrance
requirements.
LA Core 4
Class of 2011-12 and beyond
The following only includes the
courses offered at HHMS:
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4 Units of English
(English I, II, III, IV)
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4 Units of Math
Algebra I Part I/II
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Remaining unit shall come from
the following: Math Essentials,
Financial Math, Advanced Math
Pre-Calculus, Advances Math
Functions and Statistics, Calculus
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4 Units of Science
Biology I
Chemistry I
2 units from the following: Physical
Science, Physics I, Biology II,
Environmental Science, Agriscience II
A student completing a Career and
Technical Area of Concentration may
substitute a BESE/Board of Regents
approved IBC-related course from
within the student’s Area of
Concentration for the 4th required
science unit.
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4 Units of Social Studies
World Geography
Civics
American History
World History
Psychology
A student completing a
Career/Technical Area of
Concentration may substitute a
BESE/Board of Regents approved
IBC-related course from within
the student’s Area of
Concentration for the 4th required
social studies unit.
½ Unit of Health
 1 ½ Units of PE or JROTC
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1 Unit of Art
Fine Arts Survey or 1 unit of
Art, Band, Choir or Piano
 2 Units of the same
Foreign Language
(must have foreign language
for TOPS).
 3 units of electives
 Total 24 units
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EOC Testing
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In addition to the courses
needed for graduation a
student must pass 1 end-ofcourse test in the following
categories to graduate:
Algebra I or Geometry
 English II or English III
 Biology or American History
 15% of the students final grade
will come from their EOC
score.
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HAMMOND HIGH
MAGNET PROGRAMS
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Beginning with the 2011-12
school year, Hammond High
has been designated the
Medical Magnet school in the
parish. HHMS will be offering
programs in medical fields and
other areas of concentration.
These Career Clusters and
Career Pathways have specific
guidelines and course
selections see course guide and
website for detailed outlines.
Career Clusters
Career Pathways for 2011-12
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Agriculture, Food and Natural
Resources (Agriculture)
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Arts, A/V Technology, and
Communication (The Arts)
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Government and Public
Administration (JROTC)
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Health Science
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Emergency Health Care (EMT)
Health Professionals (First Responder)
Nursing (CNA)
Nutrition and Food
Pharmacy
Sports Medicine
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Hospitality and Tourism
Culinary Arts (Pro Start)
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Human Services
Child Development Services
(Early Childhood Care)
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Information Technology
Computer Science
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Science, Technology, Engineering
and Mathematics
Engineering (Robotics)
MEDICAL COURSES
Introduction to Health Occupations
 Allied Health Services I
 Sports Medicine I
 Sports Medicine II
 Sports Medicine III
 First Responder
 Medical Terminology
 CNA
 Pharmacy Tech
 EMT (2012-2013)
 Medical Coding (TBD)
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OTHER NEW COURSES
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Computer Science I
Computer Science II
Computer Architecture
Engineering Design I
(Robotics)
Engineering Design II
(Robotics)
PE III
PE IV
Testing Information
9th grade EOC testing
10th gradePLAN
EOC testing
 11th gradePSAT- on a voluntary basis
ACT – Recommended in
April for college bound
SAT – if required for college
entrance
 12th gradeRepeat ACT and SAT as
needed
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Grade Classification
Based on the following:
9th – 0 to 5.5 credits
10th – 6.0 to 10.5 credits
11th – 11 to 16.5 credits
12th – 17 credits
Individual Graduation
Plan
According to the Career Options
Law, every student must have an
individual graduation plan on file.
The plan is initiated in the 8th grade
and will be updated each year.
Individual graduation plans will be
made using LAePortal.
(www.LAePortal.com)
Students are to select an area of concentration to use
as a focus for their high school curriculum. Students
are to select 4 primary courses in the area of
concentration and 2 related courses. Students may
revise plans as needed.
TOPS
The Louisiana Tuition
Opportunity Program for
Students is a scholarship
program that will pay for 8
semesters of average college
tuition at any in-state public
college for qualifying students.
The College Prep award will pay
for tuition only at a qualifying
state college.
The Tech award will pay for
qualifying technical school
tuition.
About Scheduling
We encourage students and
parents/guardians to agree upon
course selections. Parents’ signatures
are required and the scheduling form
should be returned within the deadline.
 If a student does not turn a
schedule request in on time, the
counselors will make one for them.
 Once a course has been selected
we will be unable to make changes
as the master schedule is based
upon students’ requests.
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CRITERIA FOR
HONORS COURSES
Students must meet three of the four
criteria yearly for each subject area:
Minimum overall Grade Point Average
(GPA) of 2.80
 Minimum subject area average of 3.00
 Teacher Recommendation based on a
subject-area checklist—form
provided
 Score Mastery or Advanced on LEAP
or EOC test in subject area.
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Honors Teacher Recommendation Form
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Tangipahoa Parish School System Teacher Input Form
Student _______________________________ Teacher ___________________________
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Subject ________________________________ Hour _______ Date_________________
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To the teacher:
To be considered for enrollment in an honors course, a student must meet 3 of 4
criteria, including teacher feedback on student performance in the specific subject area.
To give an overall picture of the above-referenced student’s performance in your class,
please read the following descriptors and check the appropriate column. Please write a
brief comment for any area marked “No.”
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The
student:
Yes
No
Specific Statement about the Student
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Brings materials to class
Completes assignments in
time for class
Isalert and cooperative in
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class
Works well with peers
Is concerned about grades
and learning
Additional Comments (optional)
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Check one:
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_____I recommend this student for enrollment in an honors course in the above-referenced subject.
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_____I do not recommend this student for enrollment in an honors course in the above-referenced
subject.
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Teacher Signature
Date
Scheduling Brochure
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The scheduling brochure has
information on course
selection and guidelines. Please
read it carefully. All the
courses offered here are listed
with a brief description. Pay
attention to any prerequisites,
requirements and fees.
Remember, be careful in your
selections---once you select a
course you will be expected to
remain in it as changes
drastically affect the master
schedule .
HAMMOND HIGH SCHOOL
2011-2012
FRESHMEN COURSE SELECTION CARD
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Student Name:_______________________________________________________
(Printed)
Last Name
First Name
Middle
Phone Number:_____________________________ Jr. High__________________
Directions: 1) Identify Career Cluster and Area of Concentration
2) For an honors core class place an “x” in the column by that class. Honors requirements:
Must meet 3 out of 4: 3.0 in core class; 2.8 overall gpa; mastery or advanced in core area on LEAP
and teacher recommendation in specific subject area—attached sheet.
3) Select (circle) either PE or JROTC—the other can be selected as an elective.
4) Write in the name of the elective class you would like to take.
5) Write in the name of two alternate electives.
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Career Cluster:_________________________Area of Concentration___________________________
Honors
1
English I
2
Algebra I
3
Physical Science
4
World Geography
5
Journey to Careers
6
PE I
7
Elective:
8
Elective:
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or
JROTC
Alternate Elective
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Course to replace any elective that does not fit in the schedule.
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Alt 1_______________________________________________
My signature below indicates that I understand all expectations and can meet all requirements for the above
requested courses. Furthermore, I understand there are no trial-periods for classes; once scheduled there are NO
changes.
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Student Signature:________________________________________________date__________
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Parent Signature:_________________________________________________date__________
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Counselor:_______________________________________________________
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*For any questions or concerns please contact Mrs. Nelson at Hammond High at 985-345-7235*
Counselor’s Corner
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We hope this has been helpful
to you. For any questions
please contact your counselor:
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Miya Nelson (9th grade)
miya.martin@tangischools.org