FRESHMEN GUIDANCE NIGHT
October 7, 2014
7:00
Introductions
7:05
Academic Records
7:1 0
Academic Opportunities
7:15
MCAS
7:20
Career Exploration
7:25
Getting Ready for College
7:30
Student Life/CSL/Leadership
7:35
Advice -Current Seniors
7:50
Q&A
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Academic Records
TranscriptEach student's academic record is recorded on a transcript. The transcript is the
summary of classes and final grades for each year of high school. The most important
part of a college application is the transcript. Most colleges report it cou nts for at least
50% of the admissions decision. Colleges look carefully at the difficulty of courses taken
and grades starting in 91h grade.
Graduation Requirements All students should be familiar with our graduation requirements (see attached list on
school profile). Our graduation req uirements have changed. Students will take six major
courses each year, each year worth 3.0 credits each. Integrated arts will also be part of
student schedules and have replaced Fine Arts as a requirement.
English
Mathematics
World Language
(Spanish)
Science*
History*
High School Course Expectations
4 years
Concentration Courses (3 Required)
4 years
4 years
4 years (3
Required)
4 yea rs (3
Required)
Wellness (PE & Health) (2.4 credits Req)
Integrated Arts (1.2 credits Required)
College Advising (.6 credits Required)
4 years
4 years
4
courses
2 years
Total credits required for Graduation:
67.2
*Seniors may take online or independent study courses in lieu of a fourth year of history
or science (wi th prior approval)
In addition to course requirements, students complete a college/career portfolio
assignment each year.
School Profile Our school profile summarizes our academic program, especially for the hi gh school. It
describes our graduation requirements, gives an overview of our school programming,
summarizes information about grading, explains our honors and advanced classes, and
provides indicators of our high school student outcomes. Colleges use the profile to
determine the level of difficulty of a student's high school program of study.
Foxborougb Regional Charter School
131 Central Street
Foxborogh, MA 02035
Tel: 508-543-2508
HS CEEB CODE: 220St: J
Fax:SOS-543·7982
STUDENT ACADEMIC RECORD
H:Honors
Grade:09
1
SchoolYear 2010-11
....
· Grade:10
Term Term Term
1
2
3
Course Title
Electi ve Modem Novel L9-12
Level 9 US History Pa11 I
Level 9 Computers
Level 9 English Honors Lit. and Comp.
Level 9 Foundations of Art
Level_ 9 Geometry
Level" 9 Physica l Education
Level 9 Honors Spanish
Level 9 Pre-AP B iology
Grade:11
-
·-
School Year _ 2012-13
ELA G111l2 AP English Lan guage and Comp
ELA Digita l Literacy & Technology
Social Stud ies G rade 11/12 AP Euro. Hisl.
Science G rade 1 1 /12 Adv Physics Hono rs
WL HS Spanish 5 G I 0
Ph ys ica l Education G rade ll
Junior Advising
Math High School Pre-Calculus
Total Credits Earned: 57.00
Signa tu r e:
99
94
98
98
93
83
.
97
93
97
96
93
78
84
91
87
94
75
83
G rade
C redits
Earned Earned
93
92
94
96
87
81
s
s
s
s
87
82
84
77
81
88
84
82
1 .800
3.000
0.600
3.000
0.600
3.000
0.600
3.000
3.000
Total
18.60
90
88
81
68
90
91
86
75
67
90
86
90
38
(Cum Wcigbtcd ) C PA 1:
6
87.0 1 5
96
91
83
61
88
99
59
54
93
89
80
65
89
99
61
70
3.000
3.000
3.000
3.000
3.000
0.600
0.600
3.000
Total
1 9.20
School Year 2011-12
Term Term Term
1
2
3
Course Title
WL High School Introduction to Portugues
Health Grad e I 0
Physical Education Grade I 0
Math High School Algebra Two
WL High School Spanish 3
Science Grade I 0 Introduction to Physics
ELA 10 Honors
SS G I 0 US History 2 Honors
Grade:12
-Term Term Term Grade Credlls
1
2
3 Earned Earned
Course Title
L
AP: Advanced Placement
94
81
95
92
95
100
87
98
71
90
86
94
98
93
63
68
77
74
92
90
Term Term Term
1
2
3
ELA G1 1 /12 AP E ngli sh Literan..re and Comp
WL Span Conversa tion and Composition Grade 11/1 2
Science Grade l l /12 AP B iology
Math High School Sta tistics
Hea lth Grade 12
Physical Educat ion Grade 1 2
Art EL Scu lp 3D Design
Senior Advising
Art Elective Mixed Media
93
100
84.872
92
63
98
72
87
84
94
96
3.000
0.600
0.600
3.000
3.000
3.000
3.000
3.000
Total
19.20
School Year 2013-2014
Course Title
(Uo-Welgbtcd) CPA 2:
Grade
Credi ts
Earned Earned
Decile:
Class Raok:
43
71
94
Grade
Earned
Credits
Earned
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Total
0.00
Issue Date: I01712013 1
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School Profile: :zoz:z-:zoiJ
COLLEGE COUNSELOR
131
Central St.
Forborough MA Ol035
5o8-543-2508
www.foxboroughrcs.org
lr. David Elsner- ext. 272
delsner@foxbomughrcs.org
CEEB Code:220841
Tht School
Foxborough Region:!Charter School (FRCS) is a K-12, region:tl, public, college preparatory school with students fromover 30
surrounding towns. 11te school opened in September 1998 under the management of S,\BJS$ Educational Systems, Inc. We changed to
local management in the 2003.2004 school year. A Board ofTrustees and an administrative staff, led by an ExecutivDirector, manage the
school.
The school initially etuolled students in grades K-8. A grade level was added each year to develop our high school. We celebrated
our first commencement ceremony in the spring of 2003. We have reached our chartered linut of 1200 students. Enrollment in
grades nine through twelve has steaclily grown and is now over 250; 52 of whom are seniors this year. Our freshmen class has 73 students.
Our cumulative graduation rate is over 99%, more than 95% of our graduates have received college acceptances to attend either a four )'Car
or two year college or university, and approximatdy 60% of our students graduate having taken at least one Advanced Placement course.
CC1Ursc Rtquirtmmts and
Acakmic Progrtrm
Tite curriculum is a rigorous, college-preparatory program. AU high school students are encouraged to take Honors and .Adva nced
Placement courses and take six core classes each year.
Our course catalog is at
http://www.foxboroughrcs.org/studcnts-
families/guidance. Our school year is based on trimesters. A st: ndard course load is:
High School Course Expectations
English
4 years
Concentration Courses '
4years
l\.fathematics
4 years
Integrated Arts
3 courses
World Language (Spanish)
4years
Science•·
4 years
History""
4 years
(A combination of fine arts, health and
computer classes)
4 years
Physical Education
Note: Minimum graduation 1·cquirement for Science is th1·ee years with at least three labs.
three year·s. In practice, all students take 6 core subject courses every year.
Gr·aduation 1·equin ment for History is also
Students can tahe ow· capstone course, Senior Independent
Em;chment, in lieu of science, history, m·concentration course during senior year·.
Concentration courses are full year, full credit cour·ses
within academic departments and allow students to emphasize an area of inter-est throughout high school.
Our comprehensive curriculum emphasizes mathematics and abstract reasoning, critical reading, intensive writer's workshop with portfolio
assessment, world language (Spanish) at all grade levels with the goal of becoming bilingual and bicultural, laboratory experience and
problem solVIDg Ul science courses, understanding of how citizenship shapes history, and programming for leadership and commwuty
service throughout all grades. The nuddle and high school prepare students for success in college, inspire a lifelong love of learning, ; nd
foster responsible citizenship. TI1e elementary school emphasizes mathematics, reading, and literature; requires a foreign language (Sp:uush)
starting in kindergarten; and emphasizes frequent assessment of learning objectives. Our school culture encourages positive relauonships,
community, a caring attitude toward others, and the value of effort, cooperation, and cliversit:y. Our academic goals are to:
•
Qualify every student for entrance into colleges/universities
•
Provide a well-rounded education based on a mastery ofEngiJsh and mathematics
•
Enable students to acquire proficiency in a second language
•
Train students to be able to sustain independent intellectual effort
•
Generate excitement for life-long Jearni..r1g
Advanced Placement (AP•), Honurs, and Capstone Classes
\'\'e cuaently offer the following.AP® courses: English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Calculus AB,
Calculus BC, Biology, Chemistry, US History, European History, Spanish Language, Computer Science, and Art Studio. We have very
strong participation in our AP classes, historically averaging approx.tmately 50% of our seniors and 30-40% of our juniors taking at lt:ast
one AP class. We average approximately 60% of our students having taken at least one J\P class by graduation. Students may take more
than two ;\P classes per year \vith coordination with the Guidance Department. Honors (and in prior rears Pre-AP) and .-\dvanced
Placement courses are specifically denoted on transcripts for math, English, science, lustOI)', and Spanish.
%of Qualifying AP Tests Scores
FRCS Graduate AP Participation
- Scoring 3 or higher out of 5 maximum
80.0
70.0
60.0
80% 1
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0.0 .
20%
06..()7
07..08
08-09
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09-10
10-11
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11-12
0%
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06-07
07-08
08-09
09-10
10-11
11 12
L------------ ---------------------------Senior Independent Enrichment (SIB) is a full year, full credJt, capstone course. SIE allows seruors to research and investigate top1cs
related to their post-secondary academic or career plans under the guidance of a faculty adVlsor. Students a re expected to explore, plan,
research, srudy, evaluate, and synthesize information independently. Final projects require a research paper, a demonstration of knowledge
to an interested auclience (school or community organization), a practical application of knowledge (Ulternship, volunteer assignment, etc.),
and a presentation to peers and faculty.
Dwzl Enrollmmt and On-lint Learning
Students may take courses on-line to expand their curricular opportunities and fulfill graduation requirements. Options include
on-line high school and college courses offered through community and state colleges or other approved third party providers.
Concentration Courses (new fur :lOII r:z):
Concen tration courses are offered within the academic departments and are full credit, full year classes. Titey arc acaderrucall)' ngorous ·md
meet five times per si...-: day academic cycle. They vary from ye:u: to year and offer challenging and diverse educational subjects to allow
srudents to "concentrate" in a particular area of interest. Concentration courses this year include Studio Art I.Anatomy and Phj•siology.
Modern Novel, Environmental Science, Engineering and Technology, History of Music, Afri a. 21" Cenrury HistOC)', Nutrition and El'ercise,
Digital Literacy,Student Teaching, and Architecrure.
Grading System
The FRCS school year consists of three terms. Each is weighted equally for the end-of-year final grade. TI1e final exam for the Lhicd
term covers the curriculum for d1e entire year. The minimum passing grade is 60. Our grading scale equates to:
97-100
i\+
87-89
B+
77-79
C+
67-69
D+
93-96
A
83-86
B
73-76
c
63-66
D
90-92
A-
80-82
B-
70-72
C-
60-62
D-
Transcripts, GPA, and Class Rank
Transcripts, grade point averages, and class rank are updated annually for studen ts in gr:tdes 9-12, \v:ith the excepnon of seruors whose
GP.-\s and class rank are updated :as full trimesters ace completed seruor year. l\.[jd-ttimester grades are reported for college applicauons as
appropriate. Course credit is listed on the transcript. Credits per course have changed as of 2011-2012 to 3.0 credits for each full rear
cou.rse. We report class rank based on decile. Starting with the 2011-2012 schoolj•ear, we weight honors classes (+5 on a 0-100 scale and
+0.5 on a 0 • 4.0 scale) and AP classes (+10 on a 0-100 scale and +1.0 on a 0- 4.0 scale) in GPA calculations.
Honor Roll
.\.cademic honors are awarded after each trimester. Our Honor Roll reflects a grade of 85% or ahove in all academic classes with no grade
below an 80%. High Honors are given to students that have averages above a 90% in aU academic classes with no grade below 3n 85%.
Distinguished Scholar recognition is given to students with averages above 95% and no grade below a 90%.
Honor Societies (National, Spttnish,and Junior National)
Our National Honor Society chapter inducts eligible tenth through twelfth grade students. Students who meet the scholarship criteria of an
overall average of 87% are then evaluated on the basis of leadership, character and service within the NHS guidelines. We also have a
Spanish National Honor Society and National Alt Honor Society for tenth through twelfth grade. Students must maintain an 85% a\·er; ge
and are then evaluated on the basis of leadersrup, character, and service. Our Junior National Honor Society chapter inducts sixth through
etghth gtade smdents who meet academic, leadership, character, and community service criteria.
Standardized Testing
As part of preparing for college, students are encounged to take various standardized tests. Our students tvptcaUy take the SAT I
(although .\CT is becoming more popular) and AP tests. Our school pays for students in tenth grade to take the PL\N and for eleven th
grade students to take the PSAT. Students receive test preparation during school in various classes and testing events.
Senior SAT Averages
Total (Reading, Math, and Writing)
1750
1700
1650
1600
1550
1500
1450
05-06
06-07
07-08
08-09
09·10
10-11
11·1z
Curriculum Assessment- Sto.nda.rdized Tests
AU students participate in the M:assachusetts Comprehensive Assessment Skills (1\ICAS) resting program that assesses the areas of reading,
math, writing, history, and science and technology depending on grade level. As a state requirement, all students must pass the math,
English, and science portions of the MCAS test given as of tenth grade to be eligible for graduation.
Student Assessment Tools
Continuous evaluation of student learning is an integral part of the instructional process at FRCS and promotes important slcills in studying
and test taking. Various types of assessment tools used by the school:
•
Our Academic ,\ssessment System monitors student learning and is considered a teaching tool and part of the instructional
process beginning in grade 1 in all academic areas. Tests and quizzes are administered on a weekly basis and are designed to
check student learning, mastery, and long-term retention.
•
Periodic Tests are given throughout each term in all courses. TI1e assessments are designed to measure cumulative knowledge for
the preceding portion of the term.
•
Final exams are given at the end of each term to determine mastery of the concepts taught over a full term. Term III final exams
measure student achievement over the course of the academic year.
The Student Life Organization
nus unique program is designed to help srudents develop charac ter and leadership quahties by promoting srudent led activtt1e!i and K-12
srudent interaction. Student leaders in various positions plan, organize, and supervise events and activities that enhance life \vtthin the
school including such acuvities as dances, rutoring, clubs, trips, and school spirit events. I n doing so, srudent leaders learn to make
dectsions based on organizational skills and community values. In the middle school, we emphasize community sel'Vlce through weekly
class periods dedicated to service pro jects to assist the school. i\Iiddle school srudcnts also lead srudent clubs dunng Student lAe pcnods.
In !ugh school, Student Life is divided tnto class councils for each grade. These councils are responsible for organiztng and managmg c he
various school events throughout the year. Three officers are elected from each class council to serve as class leaders as well as on a f\vclvc
member Student Leadership Board. TI1e Student Life organization also supervises our peer rutoring and peer mentonng program which
connects students from across all grade levels K-12 for academic help. \'<le commonly have 200 srudent tutoring contacts per week.
College Atceptancts - Class of 2010
Anna i\Iaria College, Assumption College, Baldwin Wallace University, Bard College, Bentiey Uruversily, Boston College, Boston
University, Brandeis University,Bridgewater State College, Clark University, Colby College, College of Holy Cross, Curry College,
Drew University, Em2nuel College, Fitchburg State College, Framingham State College, Georgetown University, juniata tollege,
Keane State College, Lesle)'College, I\fanlla ttanville College, Mass College of Pharmacy and Health Science, Mercyhurst College,
New York University, Nichols College, Northeastern University, Ohio Wesle}ran University, PL"escott College, Regis College, IUmde Island
College, Seton Hall Universtt)', Simmons College, Southern New Hampshire Universit)', Sprmgfield State College, Stevens Institute of
Technology, Stonehill College, Suffolk University, Syracuse University, University of !\faine Farmington, UMass Amherst, UM:lSS
Dartmouth, UMass Lowell, Uruversity of Connecticut, University of Delaware, University of Hartford, University of North Carotin: ,
University of IU1ode Island, Uruversity of Vermont, Western New England College, Westfield State College, \'<fh.eaton College, \'Vhcelock
College, Worcester Polytechnic Instirute, Worcester State College
CoUrge Acteptances - Class of 20Jl
Adelphi University, American Intern ational College, Assumption College, Babson College, Bendey Uruversity, Boston Uruverstry,
Bridgewater State University, Bryant University, Central Connecticut State Univcrsit)•, Clark Universit)•, Currl' College, Emmanuel College,
Fitchburg State, Framingham State College, George Mason University, IDC Herzliya, Johnson & Wales University, Lesley University,
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, Merrimack College, Mount Holyoke Collt:ge, !\·fount Ida College, Nichols College, Oregon State
University, Quinnipiac University, Rhode Island College, Rochester Institute of Technology, Roger Williams University, Sacred Heart
University, Salem State University, Salve Regina University, Shaw Universit)',Simmons College, Southern New Hampshire Universit)•, St
Jolm's University, Stonehill College, Suffolk University, SUNY Oswego, Temple Umversit}', Tulane University, UMass Amherst, Ul\fass
Boston, UMass Dartmouth, UM ss Lowell, University of Rhode Island, University of Connecticut, University of Hartford, University of
Maine, University of Maryland, University ofNevada Reno, University of New Hampsh.ire, University of New Haven, University of Rhode
Island, University of Rhode Island, Uruversity of Vermont, Wentworth Institute of Technology, Western New England College, Worcester
Polytechnic Institute, Worcester State University
CoUege Acceptances - Class of 2012
Albright College, :\rcadia University, Assumption College, Becker College, Bridgewater State Universit)', • Colby-Sawyer College,
Emmanuel College, Fitchburg State University, Framingham State University, Hal't\vick College, Hofst ra Uruversity, Husson University,
LeMo)•ne College, Lrcoming College, Maine .Maritime Academy, Massachusetts Maritime Academ}', New Hampshire Institute of ,-\rt,
North Carolina State Univeuity, Northeastem University, Northwestern University, Pennsrlvania State Universtt}', Qwnnipiac Universit)·,
Roger Williams Uruversity, Rutgers University, Sacred Heart University,Seton Hall, Simmons College, Southern New Hampshtre
University, St.John's University, SUNY Albany, SUNY Genesco, U.S. .Air Force Academy, U.S.Coast Guard Academy, U.S. ]\lilitary
Academr.U.S. Naval Academy, University of New England, UMaine Faonington, Ul\1ass Amherst, Ui\!ass Boston, Ui\lass D: rtmouth,
UNC \Vtlmington, Universit)• of Delaware, University of Hartford, University of Maryland, Universil)• of New Hampslurc, Uni,•ersit}' of
Pittsburgh, Virginia Commonwealth Uruversity, and Worcester Polytechnic Institute
For additional informacion, please con tact David Elsner, School Counselor Coordin: tor at (508) 543-2508 extension 272 or email
delsner@JoxbQroughrcs.org
Academic Opportunities
Common Academic EnrichmentOnce per cycle, high school students have a common AE in the cafetorium. This allows
staff members to have access to individual and small groups of students, for students to
work on group projects together, to hold student council meetings, etc.
National Honors Society TutoringNational Honors Society meets during the lunch/AE periods to provide tutoring for fellow
students. Teachers and Guidance Counselors can suggest students go to tutoring. There are
tutors available for almost all high school subjects.
After School Tutoring Teachers are available until 3:30, depending on other duties and meetings, after school
for tutoring. Students should ask teachers for extra help when they need it.
Honors classes - Honors level classes are available in science, history and English. Honors work
has increased academic expectations for the quality and quantity of student work.
(Honors class work are designed to prepare students for Advanced Placement courses).
Courses are designated Honors on transcripts.
Advanced PlacementAdvanced Placement classes are courses that have college level expectations for
workload and quality of work. Standards are based on a national curriculum. Colleges
grant credit depending on student's scores on tests given at the end of the year.
Dual Enrollment Dual Enrollment offers students the opportunity to enroll in college courses, earn college
credit, and have that coursework count towards high school credits. Courses are recorded
on transcripts.
V i rtual High School/Online learningVirtual High School and on-line learning allows students to enroll in high school level
courses to explore areas of interest not offered as part of our regular curriculum.
Students can also use these courses to recover credits toward graduation requirements
Senior Independent Enrichment Senior Independent Enrichment is a capstone course. Students create a syllabus, study and
learn under the supervision of a teacher/advisor, and demonstrate knowledge about a topic
that interests them as for college study or as a career. Students present their work at a
year-end fair.
Leadership and Community ServiceOur Student Life program and new class council organization offers man y opportunities
for leadership and community service activities. These arc important for personal
development and also for college applications. See Mrs. Droste to get more involved.
Grade Point Average and Transcripts
Grade point average (GPA) is calculated based on the average of all graded courses a.nd the credits awarded for each
course. GPA is provided for such things as scholarships and college applications and will be reported on transcripts.
As of 2011-2012, Honors and Advanced Placement high school courses are awarded additional weight in grade point
average calculation. Official transcripts will include all courses, final grades, and credits starting in 9th grade.
Final
Grade
Chemistry
Honors Chemistry
A P Chemistry
Conversion
Grade (0-4.0)
Weighted Grade
(0-100)
Weighted Grade
(0- 4.0)
2.6
2.6
2.6
79
2.6
84
3.1
89
3.6
79
79
79
Add/Drop and Withdrawal (Grade 6 - 12)
High school students are allowed to add and drop classes, pending space in the class and approva l from staff, until the
third friday of the start of school year or 15th day of class for a term course. Studen ts are responsible for a ll make-up
work for the added class. After that time, special approval from Instructional Leads, Guidance/School Counselor and/or
the appropriate administrator is required.
Grades and academic records for students withdrawing from courses will be accounted for as follows:
o Withdrawals in the first week of the year: Previous grades do not count for new course.
o Withdrawal during trimester, after 1• 1 week: Grades from previous course transfer into new course.
Student receives il single grade on report card for the new course.
o Withdrawa l after 1 complete trimester: Student should be withdrawn but not removed from course.
Studen t receives a grade on report ca rd for both courses.
Incompletes ("I" on Report Card):
Studen ts may be issued an incom plete gra de by the cou rse instructor for a given trimester if he or she has 20 or more
excused absences. Incomplete grades may also be issued in the event of extenuating circumstances but must be approved
by guidance counselor and I nstructional Leader of that subject area. An Incomplete "I" grade provides the student with an
extended window of 3 week to make up incomplete/missing assignments as identified by the course instructor.
An Incomplete ("I") grade remains on the student report card for a maximum of 3 weeks (barring extenuating
circumsta nces) to makeup assignments. This makeup period begins after the last day of the trimester in question and in
the event of a trimester 3 incomplete, the last day of school. At the end of 3 week period, any assignments that are not
made up are calculated as zeros. At the end of 3 weeks, grades are recalculated and report cards for affected students arc
redistributed.
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2013-2014 FRCS Course Catalog
Extended School Year Program (ESY)
Extended School Year or ESY are offered in select middle school Mathematics and English courses. ESY courses are
designed to provide additional time and support for students to master a core set of curricula. Students in this program
attend 5 weeks of free 'jumpstart' instmction during the summer prior to their middle school Math or English course.
This 'jumpsta rt' instruction is taught by the same teacher that he or she will have for this course once the school year
begins. The cou rses arc designed with very small class sizes and staffed by expert instructors who are focused on closing
key skill gaps prior to a student beginning high school. Participation in this program is by invitation only. F<: milics of
students participoting in this program are expected to provide transportation for summer instruction and work with
students ilt home to reinforce skills and concepts.
Curriculum Concentration Courses
Students may choose from a variety of courses each year to provide Curricul um Concent rations. These courses <: re
available for grades nine through twelve and are offered through the academic departmen ts. Each high school student
can select one class each yea r. Seniors get priority for selection, then juniors, etc. Students should take note of the
graduation requirement for passing Integrated Arts Concentration classes. Another important consideration is these
courses arc not offered during summer school and; therefore, failure to pass a course will result in loss of credit towards
graduation requirements. These courses are for full credit, meet five times per week, and provide students the
opportunity to deepen their academic experience in a particular subject area. Science, Integrated Arts, and English are
emphasized i n these offerings. Concentration courses are subject to change pending class enrollment and staffing.
Virtual High School Concentration Courses
FRCS offers nea rly 100 unique concentration courses across every subject area through our virtual high school program!
You can get a complete list of all of the courses currently available to FRCS students at www.govhs.org FRCS high school
students can take any of the virtual courses offered so long as we do not have an 'on-ground' equivalent currently
running on campus! Students can select either two semester long courses or one year-long course. Students tnking online
courses work directly with an off-site i nstructor and content expert who remotely teaches the course to our students and
dozens of others around the world! Students regularly interact with their instructor as well as classOlates to complete
assignments and navigate the course throughout the year. Each course is nm like an onli ne college course and students
are expected to review the syllabus, complete outside readings and research projects and regularly debate and discuss
with the instructor and classmates llsing online class forums. To help our students navigate online learning, l'RCS
students work with our virtual high school coordinator during the school day that helps them develop their online
learning skills as they take their coursc(s). Students are responsible for continuing with their online course(s) at home and
just as with any other course, homework, projects, research and other assignments will be done outside of school.
Students' virtual high school courses and grades earned appear on the students' report card and transcripts for college.
Virtual High School courses may also be taken for Honors and AP credit, depending on the course. VHS courses do not
count for science lab or Arts studio credit. Virtual High School is currently open to grade 9-12 FRCS students. Scats are
limited each year and preference will be given by seniority. Students must submit an application for consideration.
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Honors Curriculum
Honors curricu lum is offered in middle and high school courses across a range of subject areas. The FRCS Honor's
program is a set of curricula designed to provide students with enrichment and deeper explomtion of the core curriculum
in a given subject matter. Honors coursework parallels the core curriculum of a particular course and honors students
work on honors coursework along with peers taking only the core course. Through extension assignments, rese<rch,
readings, projects and other learning experiences, honors students will not only master the core curriculum, but gain n
deeper understanding and application of the core content and skills within a given course.
Each Honors course certainly varies based on the content area, however all honors coursework have common elements
including an emphasis on application, critical thinking, content based reading, research and writing and some form of
public presentation or debate. In addition to providing additional academic challenge in a given course, the FRCS Middle
and High School Honors Program is focused on preparing students for Advanced Placement (AP) courses. With AP ns nn
ultimate goal, independent learni ng is a core component of all honors curricula and each includes substantial work
assignments to be completed outside of school. To lay the foundations for success in AP, llonors coursework include an
increased academic expectation for the quali ty and quantity of student work. Studen ts are expected to take initiati ve if
they are struggling with material and to schedule time with teachers for extra help as well as do additional research on
their ow n to master concepts and applications.
Where honors coursework is offered, students have the opportunity to take that course for honors or standard level
credit. Honors credit is earned upon successful completion of the honors coursework, assignments and assessments
within a given class. You can see the grades and subjects in which honors coursework is offered by reviewing either the
course map or course descriptions. The requirements and the application process for honors students are outlined by
instructors during the first week of school. A student can opt into honors coursework at any point in term one. Students
who do not meet honors expectations may be dismissed from the program at any point in the year.
Advanced Placement (AP)
AP classes a re intensive, college level courses that demand the highest dedication to academics. Students should expect to
consistently spend 8-12 hours per week beyond class time for EACH AP class. Summer reading and other assignmen ts are
also usually required before starting an AP class. The courses represent significant opportu nity as well as responsibility.
AP classes arc college level and as such, it is solely the student's responsibility to meet the expectations for timeliness,
quality and quantity of work a nd to coordinate with his or her A P teacher for additional help.
The school must adhere to national standards for Advanced Placemen t content and student achievement. Students
interested in taking an AP class are required to complete applications. These vary depending on the course, but can
include teacher recommendations in the relevant subject, Instructional Lead approval and an essay describing the
studen t's interest, expected contribution to the course, and anticipated benefits from completing the course. Students are
limited to two (2) AP cou rses per year unless permission is obtained to take more from the Instructional Leaders and the
Guidance Counselor.
The performance of all students in AP clnsses is reviewed before mid-term reports for term 1. Any student not meeting
the standard for AP academic work will be moved to another class at the discretion of the teacher and/or Instructionnl
Leader. All A P students are expected to take the AP exam at the end of the course. Students electing not to take the
exam will have the course title changed to"Accelerated" rather than"AP" on his or her final transcript and will be
reduced in weight to an Honors level for GPA calculation. Fee waivers and other assistance for the exam costs are
available under certain circumstances and should be coordinated with the Guidance Counselor.
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Senior Independent Enrichment (Grade 12)
The Senior independent Enrichment course is a multi-disciplinary, project-based learning experience that is an altemalive
to a 4•h year of either science or history. This course is considered college level and as such, it is solely the student's
responsi bility to meet the expectations for timeliness, quality and quantity of work and to coordinate with his or her
advisor for additional help.
This course is designed for senior students to research and investigate a topic related to their post-secondary academic or
career plans. The objectives of the course are to:
I.
Provide seniors an intellectually stimulating and challenging opportuni Ly for research, exploration
and personal evaluation,
2.
3.
4.
Develop senior's abilities as independent learners in preparation for college and post-secondnry level
schola rship,
Allow students to demonstrate comprehensive and detailed understanding of material through a
variety of media including, but nol limited to, written papers and reflections, multi-media
presentations, oral defense and/or knowledge demonstrations (drama, clinics, internships, etc.) and
Demonstrate the highest caliber scholarship and commitment to learning at FRCS.
It is solely the student's responsibility to meet the expectations for timeliness, quality and quantity of work and to
coordinate with his or her advisor for additional help. Students are required to explore, plan, research, sh1dy, evaluate
and synthesize information relating to a topic of interest. This topic is coordinated with their Projecl Advisor. The
student and Project Advisor will ensure the topic selected is intellectually rich, relevant to the student's post-secondary
plans and has sufficient focus to provide dear outcomes and evaluation.
In general, evaluations include, but are not be limited to summer assignments; quizzes and tests; written reports;
summaries, essays, and reflections; discussion with advisors; practical application and learning {such as volunteering,
peer instruction, or internships), and completion of a final project. The evaluation plan is developed with the help of the
Project Advisor. The f inal project includes:
I. A level of scholarship consistent with Foxborough Regional Charter School academic goals and standards,
2. Compila tion of a portfolio representing comprehensive understanding, evaluation, analysis and synthesis of
the topic and worthy of a full credit course,
3. A presentation to a panel of school staff for review and evaluation.
General req uiremen ts for final projects are a research paper (following American Psychological Association format), a
demonstration to an in terested audience (school or community organization) or a practical application and demonstration
of knowledge (internship, volunteer assignment, etc) and a final presentation to a Staff Review Committee. Students
may attend internships and visit companies or organizations related to their topic as appropriate and possible during the
school day. Internships will be encouraged.
This course is schedu led in lieu of a senior history or science course. Coordination and approval is required by a faculty
advisor, appropriate Instructional Leads and the Guidance Counselor before the end of the prior school yea r.
Applications for the course are available in the Guidance Office and must be completed and returned to the Guidance
Office by the first Friday in June.
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Academic Dishonesty
Academic dishonesty is a serious offense and will result in significant consequences. The Student llandbook explains the
academic dishonesty policy in detail. Tn particular, substantiated academic violation involving plagiarism or cheating on
an exa m or assignment for an Advanced Placement class will result in the student being withdrawn from the course, the
withdrawal being noted on the student's transcript and the studen t being solely responsible for making up work and
catching up in the replacemen t class. Any senior with an academic viola tion for cheating or plagiarism may, when
requested by a college and a t the discretion of the administration, have the incident reported, which may affect admission
decisions.
Concentration:Dual Enrollment (Grades11-12- by application only)
This course provides juniors or seniors the opportunity to enroll in an on-line or on-campus college level course through
the Mass Colleges On-line program or other similar programs. The course will be listed on the studen t's transcript and
also allow the student to receive college credit. These credits may or may not be transferable depending on course and
the policies of college to which the stu dent attends after graduation. Students may not take a course that is substantially
similar to a prior course taken during high school, that is offered at FRCS, or that is required for graduation.
Students will submit all assignments and assessments based on the requirements of the instructor of the on-line course.
There will be no instruction, grading, or tracking provided by FRCS staff. A FRCS facilitator will supervise the students
during their concentration period. The proctor will be available to provide advice about interpreting course requirements
and give suggestions about interfacing with the web-based curriculum.
This course requires significant independence, maturity, and self-discipline. ln most cases, students will be required to
take two semester long courses (i.e. Sep through Dec and Feb through May). Students will be solel y responsible for all
fees incl uding tuition, books, materials, and mailing as well as all communication with the on-line provider including
course registration and requesting exams. FRCS staff will proctor exams if necessary.
Recommended Qualifications: Minimum GPA of 80 for all sub jects, application and approval from Director of
Teaching & Learning and Guidance Counselor
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Senior Independent Enrichment Projects
2013-2014
Name
Project
Advisor
Ben Lynch
Lauren Veiga
Megan Gately
Hamzah Dweik
Alison Bloom
Crista Ch u bet
Ali Hogue
Alicia Mulgrew
Val Golina
Arlena Phillips
Taryn Hojlo
Renewable Energy
Writing and Literacy Evolution
Event Planning
Sustainable Energy
Athletic Training/Physical Therapy
Fashion History and Design
Marine Biology and Ecology
Photography
App Development & Programming
History of Cosmetology
Psychology of Propaganda
Mr. Yates-Berg
Mr. Ashley
Ms. Garanin
Mr. Yates-Berg
Mr. Pavao
Ms. Swanson
Mr. Pavao
Ms. Swanson
Mr. Ashley
Mr. Obenchain
Mr. Obenchain
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AP Course Offerings
English
AP Language and
Composition
(11/12)
AP Literature and
Composition
(11/12)
Math
AP Calculus BC
(12)
Spanish
AP Spanish
Language
Science
AP Biology
(10/11/12)
History
AP U.S. History
(11/12)
AP Chemistry
(11/12)
AP European
History (11/12)
Integrated Arts
AP Studio Art (12)
AP Physics (11/12)
AP Computer
Science (11/12)
AP Environmental
Science (11/12)
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AP Exam Fees for 2014
The fee remains $89 per exam in the United States, U.S.
territories, and Canada. The fee is now $119 per exam
at schools outside the U.S., U.S. territories and Canada
(with the exception of DoDDS schools).The fee varies
for College Board-authorized testing centers outside the
United States.
Fee Changes
The following fees have increased in 2013-14:LateTesting, Unused Exams, Late Orders, Late Payment,
Score Labels, Free-Response Booklets (schools and
students} and Multiple-Choice Rescore Service (students).
For a complete summary of fees, see pages 28-29.
Proctor Eligibility Policy
Retired teachers may serve as proctors only for exams in
a subject area other than the one they have taught. For
details, see page 19.
Free Practice Exams
In early fall, AP will publish new practice exams in 15 AP
subjects. These are complete versions of the exams that
were administered internationally in 2013 and feature
a multiple-choice answer key, free-response scoring
guidelines, and a scoring wor1<sheet. The practice exams
will be posted in a secure location only accessible by
AP Course Audit-authorized teadlers.
AP Courses and Exams
Art History
Latin
Biology
Macroeconomics
CalrulusAB
Microeconomics
Calrulus BC
Music Theory
Chemistry
Physics B
Chinese Language and
Culture
Physics C:Electricity and
Magnetism
Comparative Government
and Politics
Physics C:Mechanics
Computer Science A
Spanish Language and
Culture
English Language and
Composition
English Literature and
Composition
EnvironmentalScienc
e European History
French Language and Culture
German Language and
Culture
Human Geography
Italian Language and Culture
Japanese Language and
Culture
Psychology
Spanish Literature and
Culture
Statistics
Studio Art: 2-D Design
Studio Art: 3-D Design
Studio Art: Drawing
United States Government
and Politics
United States History
World History
Contents
What Is the AP" Program?
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With AP•,students can get a feel for the rigors of collegelevelstudies while they still have the support of a high
schoolenvironment. When students take AP courses. they
demonstrate to college admission officers that they have
sought out an educational experience that will prepare them
for success in college and beyond.
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Resources forAP Professionals.............................
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On the Web............................................................................ 30
Professional Development Opportunities .........................31
Materials and Resources for APTeachers........................... 32
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Resourcefuland dedicated AP teachers work with their
students to develop and apply the skills, abilities and content
knowledge they will need later in college. Eadl of AP's 34
courses is modeled upon a comparable college course, and
college and university faculty play a vitalrole in ensuring that
AP courses align with college-level standards.
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Each AP course concludes with a college-levelexam
developed and scored by college and university faculty
members as well as experienced AP teachers. AP Exams
are an essentialpart of the AP experience, enabling students
to apply the new critical thinking skills they have learned in
a comprehensive exam. Most two- and four-year colleges
and universities worldwide recognize AP in the admission
process and accept successful exam scores for credit ,
advanced placement, or both.
Perfonming well on an AP Exam means more than just the
successful completion of a course. Researdl consistently
shows that students who score a 3 or higher typically earn
higher GPAs in college and have higher graduation rates.
Visit the College Board's website for more infonmation:
• lnfonmation about AP courses and exams:
pcentral.colle!).. lv• rd.n Jr uursehon '-'t> ,,
• Information about redesigned AP courses and exams:
advancesinap.col..gd}v"'rd.org
• Curricular and resource requirements for AP courses:
www.coll<>gebomo.org/apco..r,;.-ooit
• College and university AP credit and placement policies:
www.collogoboard.of9/ap/cred:,policy
• Administering AP Exams:
wwwc
. otlegeboard.org/ap/testing
• Universities outside the United States that recognize AP:
www.col• bo.-.,rd orq/apintl
MCAS
Class of 2018 Requirements
MCAS testing takes place in the spring
9th Grade Testing
Science
I Oth Grade Testing
Math
ELA
Graduation Requirements
All Students must demonstrate proficiency in:
Math
ELA
Science
Minimum score for "passing" is 220. Proficiency is 240.
Students with scores between 220 and 240 must successfully
complete Educational Proficiency Plans
Students with scores less than 220 will be allowed to
retest and will receive additional support
College Scholarships
Students with at least one Advanced and two Proficient scores in Math,
Engl ish and Science who are in the top 25% of the class in total score
receive the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship which provides free tuition
(not fees) at Massachusetts public colleges and universities. The Stanley
Koplick scholarship is also available for students. It has similar
requirements for MCAS scores al ong with additional college testing
requirements. These scholarships are only for student scores based on their
1st attempt at taking the MCAS.
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Career Exploration
Linking academics to career interests can be an important motivator for
students. Students are exposed to career exploration through discussions
in Achievement Teams, by taking advantage of our job shadowing program,
and through lessons and interest surveys in junior and senior advising.
We also use web-based software systems s u c h a s M a s s a c h u s e t t e s
C a r e e r i n f o r m a t i o n S y s t e m a n d N a v i a n c e . Students can search and
navigate careers through MASSCIS and Naviance. Naviance also serves as a
college exploration and planning tool.
Massachusetts Career l nfonnation System
ABOUTUS
https://m asscis.intocareers.org/materials/portal/home.htm I
WHArSNEW
VERSIONS
MATERIALS
TECH SUPPORT
ACTIVATION FORM
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Four Year Planning th
All 8 graders complete a four year academic plan (attached).
The form is
intended to help students and families plan out what courses are best to take
depending on a student's academic, college, and career interests.
Achievement Teams Achievement Teams are designed to help 9th and 10th grade students think
about what it means to be a good student, help each other do their best in
school and connect with a teacher who can give academic advice and
support. Topics include study skills, PSAT and PLAN preparation, time
management, transcripts and GPA, career and college exploration, and
course planning for junior and senior year. The syllabus is attached.
Junior AdvisingAll juniors take junior advising cl ass. This class meets once/week during
Trimester 2 and 3 times/cycle during Trimester 3. This class focuses on
preparation for college applications including career exploration, college
searching, standardized testing, and financial aid. Students complete the
Common Application as a final project so their college application is well
underway prior to senior year. The syllabus is attached.
Senior Advising All seniors take senior advising class once per week. This class focuses on
finalizing college applications, financial aid applications, scholarships,
deciding on a college, and transition to freshmen year. The syllabus is
attached.
College Testing
All 10th grade students take the PLAN. This is the preparation test for the
ACT. All juniors and sophomores take the PSAT. This is the preparation test
for the SAT. In Achievement teams, students discuss these tests and answer
practice questions. In the spring, we coordinate SAT prep classes for juniors.
In addition, all juniors take a one term SAT prep class that is incorporated
into their schedule . Also, in the spring we host a free practice SAT test.
Foxborough Regional Charter School
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Academic Planning Form 2013-2014 - Grades 9-12
Studen t Name: ________
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Directions: Put an "X" in the "Pla n" column for the courses you plan to take for EVERY GRADE you
have lef t in high school. Put an "X" in the "Actual" column for courses you have taken.
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U.S. Govern ment I I- I 2
Ancient History- I I- I 2
History of China 11-12
Historiography II - I 2
Hist. of Amer. Immigration I I - I 2
AP US History I 1-12
AP European Il istory 11-12
Anthropology 9-12
21sr Century 1-1 istory I I - I 2
History of Law 9-12
Economics 9- 12
Graph ics Design and Robotics - 9
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Physica l Ed ucation 9- 1 2
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Health - 10 a nd 12
Not-e: All studen ts will be registered for the cou rses
Art Studio 9-1 2
APArt Studio 20 II- 12
Painting 9-12
Theater Production I and If 9-12
A Cappell a 9-12
Classical lnstr. Music 9-12
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Achievement Teams
9th Grade Weekly Topics
Month
September
Cycle #
1
2
3
October
1
2
3
November
1
2
3
December
1
2
3
J anuary
February
March
School Brains HW Com petition
Transcript/GPA/Grad. Requirements
Peer Career
1
2
Summer Activities-options (work permits, summer programs)
3
Peer Career
1
School Brains HW Competition
2
High School Course Planning/Catalog Review
Peer Career
School Brains HW Competition
3
School Brains HW Competition
Personal Vision Worksheet
Peer Career
1
School Brains HW Competition
2
Term 3 and Final Grade Prediction/Organization
Peer Career
1
3
June
School Brains HW Competition
Test Taking/Study Skills
Peer Career
3
2
May
School Brains HW Competition
Senior Advice
Peer career
School Brains HW Competition
Learning Styles Applied
Peer Career
1
2
3
April
Content
Intro (what is peer career/school brains competition)
Intro-rules/expectations, sign up for peer career
Overview-Mass. Career Information System
1
2
3
School Brains HW Competition
Individual Achievement Team celebration/Exit Survey
Finals Preparation/Studying
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Grade Weekly Topics
Achievement Teams
Month
September
October
November
Cycle #
1
2
3
PSAT Overview (scoring, timing, strategy, prep)
3
Peer Careers
1
2
School Brains HW Com peti tion
Transcript/GPA Review/Graduation Req.
Peer Career
1
2
3
January
1
2
3
Febr uary
March
A pril
School Brains HW Competition
Summer Activities-Work Papers/Programs
Peer Career-Summer jobs/activities
3
1
2
Senior College Fair
Course Catalog Review
3
Peer Career
1
School Brains HW Competition
PLAN Practice (scoring, timing, strategy, prep)
Peer Career
3
June
School Brains HW Competition
Personal Vision Review
Peer Career
School Brains HW Competition
Yourplanforthefuture.org (student accounts/overview)
Peer Career
1
2
2
May
School Brains HW Competition
1
2
3
December
Content
Intro-what is peer career/school brains competition
Intro (calendar, rules/expectations, sign up peer career
Overview-Mass. Career Info. System/Job Shadow
1
2
3
1
2
3
School Brains HW Competition
College Fair Experience-W.S.
Peer Career
School Brains HW Competition
AT celebration/Exit Survey
fjnals Preparation/Studying
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GRADE ADVISING CLASS
M rs. Jamie Droste jdroste@.foxborOtt!!h rcs.On!.
Ms. J ill Fagan
jlt!.!an rm foxboroughrcs.on!
CLASS
1
2
3
4
5
6
Mr. David Elsner delsner(ii·loxborou!!hrcs.or!!.
TOPIC
·' Idea l College Presentation
College Handbook; PSAT
Guest Speakers
Guest Speakers
8
Your Plan For College.org
9
College Adn1issions
10
GPA Transcript Review
13
14
15
College List
12
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Purpose, Goa ls of the Class, Co urse Overview
Career and Education Paths
Caree r a nd Education Paths
Review variety of colleges and ex plore personal
preferences f or college cha racteristics
Online college planning and ex ploration; overview,
personal profile
Ad1nissions Process and Timeline, FRCS college
application procedure
GPA calculations, conversions, and relation to coll ege
adn1issions
ENDTERMl
Career Skills, Interests, Values
College Testing
*>I·CoiTtmon Application Part #1
College Sea rch
11
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Sn1all g ro ups- exploration of college options,
characteristics, progran1s, etc.
Sm all groups -presentation of idea l colleges
Junior Calendar, PSAT Test Review
,Ideal College Poster
College Ty pes
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DESCRIPTION
Introduction; College Pref e rence
Survey; Viewbooks
7
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On-line sur veys
Revievv of Tests, Registration, Timeline, Test Strategies
Review of Common Applicat ion
Researc hing Colleges- How to Start
Fa ctors in Developing a College List
. **Comtnon Application Assignment
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ADVISlNG CLASS
Mrs. .Iamie Droste jd.roste@foxborou!.!.hrcs.or!:!
Ms. Ji ll Fagan
jfa!2.an(a:foxboroul2.hrcs.org
CLASS
!vlr. David Elsnr delsncr:ilJoxborouuh rcs.or\!
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DESCRIPTION
16
Su 111mer Programs
17
Essay vVritin g
18
21
22
Essay vVriting
** Conunon Applicati on Part #2
College Visits - In Person; Virtual
ENDTERM2
College Resum.e
Con1n1on Application
23
Mock Ad1nission Comn1ittee
24
College Fair
College Day Interview- Sharing;
Post College Fair Discussion
**Common Application- Final
College Bud get; Fi nan cial Aid
Basi cs
Transc ript Review
Final College Lists or other
education pl a ns
Las t Class Celebration
19
20
26
27
28
29
30
31
Samples of Summer programs
Basic Elements of Essay, Tin1ed Essays, Desc riptive
Personal Essay
College Application Essay
Peer Review Common Application Essays
How to Visit a College
Presenting Yourself on Paper
** Final Assignment - Explain and Review in Detail
Student forn1 mock con1mittees and n1ake adn1issions
reconnnendations
Plan for College Fair
Students Review and Share Interview Exper i ences with
FRCS staff
.
Peer Review of completed Common Appl ica tion package
College Costs, loans, a nd budgets; Overview of Financial
Aid
Review for college appl ications sen ior year
Students Present and Ex p l a in what th eir top priorities are
and why th ey are a good "F[T"
END OF YE AR
Su pp l eme ntal Ma teria ls
I
Athle tic Resurne, Art Portfol io
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Senior )fdvising Cafendar
Mrs. Jamie Droste
jdroste@foxboroughrcs.org
Mr. David Elsner
delsner@foxboroughrcs.orq
Ms. Jill Fagan jfagan@foxboroughrcs.org
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Cfass #
(/)escription
)f.ssignment
1
Introduction
Pupose/Goals/Ex pecta tions of class; Syllabus Review;
Key Upcoming Da tes; Senior Year Stress Curve
Advising agreement; Graduation
Requirements Agreement
2
College Applications Overview
Review Sr. Calendar
Update High School Organizer;
Update Recommendation Information
3
College Handbook
FRCS application process
Your Plan For the Future account
4
Transcript and GPA
GPA and transcript review
Grad Req. Checklist; College
Com parison Worksheet
5
College Comparison
Reach/Target/Safety
College Application List
6
Family College Reflection
Consider family experiences with and expecta tions
abou t college
Draft Application Review (Essays)
7
Early Action College Applications Advising and peer review for applications;
Regular Application Planning
Discussion of post-secondary options
8
9
Alternate Post Secondary Plans
Stress Check-in
Draft Applica tion Review (Essays)
High stress for kids/parents/siblings
Dealing with rejection (letters)
Early Action College Applications Advising and peer review for applications;
Regular Application Planning
Discussion of post-secondary options
Alternate Post Secondary Plans
Letters to 1st Grade
rritCe
Cfass #
CDescription
}lssionment
"10
Financial Aid
Overview of basic financial aid and MEFA
Financial Aid Quiz
11
Financial Aid
FAFSA, EFC, CSS
Complete FAFSA/EFC worksheet with
parent's signature
12
Financial Aid
Scholarships
Estim ating College Costs (CoA)
Complete College and Career Budget
13
Senior Portfolio
Review portfolio requirements
Review graduation requirem ents
College Loan Worksheet
14
Scholarship Stra tegies
I\eview Scholarship strategies
In-class time for completing scholarships
Complete one scholarship ap plication
15
Freshmen Year
Advice from recent grad uates
Four Year Col lege Course Plan
16
Plan A/Plan B
Planning for two good options
Complete Pl <m A/Plan B worksheet
'17
Stress, Financial Aid (SAR), and
College Loans
Stress Check-in
Previewi ng the SAR
SAR workshee t
Understanding College Loan Options
18
College Decision Making
What's important to YOU
Wheel of Li ie worksheet
19
College Decision Making
Setting Prioirites
College Readiness self-evaluation
College CrHerit:Worksheet
Rubric for College Success
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Cfass #
(])escription
)fssionment
20
Financial Aid - SAR
College Loans
Understanding your SAR
Understanding loans
21
Financia l Aid Award Letters
Graduation Planning
Understanding your financial award letters
22
Personal Vision
Grade and Graduation Req.
Taking yourself and your future seriously- What will
your future look like?
Personal Vision (Draft)
Reflections on the changes from senior to Freshmen
for you and you r family; Summer planning
Personal reflection and Summer
Transition exercise
C'hr->rk
23
Transi tions
24
Taking care of yourself on campus Health ca re, wellness, support services, making
choices, social awareness, mental health
25
Graduation Planning/Senior
Week Grade Check
Q&A
26
Becoming a Freshmen!
What to expect from colleges (Orientation,
Housing/Roommates, Paperwork!)
27
Budgets and debt
Personal budget/credit cards/debt
28
Who helped you get to graduation Reflection on men tors, family, teachers, etc. and
reserving time for key relationsships
29
Alumni- What I wish I knew
Celebration with alumni guests
Senior Portfolio Due
Final Acceptance and scholarhips form
Final Transcript Release Form
Thank you notes; Key People Plan
2013·2014
What is Student Life?
The answer to this question changes each year!
• Student Life grows and evolves to fit the needs of the school.
o In the past few years Student Life evolved to reflect the need to incorporate
more students in student leadership.We have increased the number of high
school student leadership opportunities to approximately 50 students.
• Executive Leadership Board representing all class councils meet with their advisors
throughout the year to coordinate our council efforts
• Class Council Advisors for 2012·2013
• Class of 2017-Ms.Azarloza and Mrs.Sepe
• Class of 2016-Mrs. Freitas and Mrs. Iacobucci
• Class of 2015-Ms. Hall and Ms.Swanson
• Class of 2014- Mrs.Wieners and Mr. Reyes
• Executive Board-Mrs. Droste and Ms.Garanin, Advisors
By becoming involved in Student Life high school students learn valuable life skills in
organization, leadership, coping, time management and responsibility. Students plan and
are responsible for:dances, proms, community service activities, and they volunteer their
time to tutor and mentor.
Student Life also offers the opportunities to become involved in clubs during the school
day. In the high school we have clubs that have been initiated and often run by high school
students such as:
Do Something Club
A Cappella
Paragon
Green House Club
SADD
Prom
Basketball
Jazz
Fitness Sampler
2013-2014 What
is community service at FRCS?
The Community Service learning program at Foxborough Regional Charter School
combines service objectives with learning objectives and builds in the time for student
reflection on service and promotes the building of values, civic awareness, character
growth and the opportunity to Jearn lessons beyond the classroom walls. CSL changes
every year! We have moved to an integrated model of Community Service learning,
whereby student learn lesson that directly enhance their standard curriculum. Teachers
are building in hands on and community based lessons for their students.
• In the high school, students are given ma n y opportunities to
use their developing skills to enhance the lives of others, by
tutoring, mentoring, becoming involved in school community
activities, joining service oriented clubs, and by becoming
student leaders.
• Also in the high school the class councils have taken on
community service events that reach out to the lower school
like:the Monster Bash and Red Ribbon Day.
• Student life and the Community Service program, in
collaboration with the History Department have aligned a
civics/CSL/history curriculum that will scope our entire k-12
population. Each elementary class grade level has its own
unique CSL initiative that will enhance and enrich students and
their love of lea rning.
• Also in collaboration with the history department,
incorporating 9/11 lesson plans to be used with in the first two
weeks of every year. It is our goal that FRCS will never forget
the lives lost and the heroism displayed on 9/11.
Student leadership and community service are two central components in helping make
the young men and women of our school stand out on college applications and become
active engaged members of their college campus communities.
Foxborough Regional (
Charter School
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Student L E A DE RS! I I P works (or the:: s..::hool -- mean ing bot h
SLUI..knts
and staff.
T h e SL:
I. Coordinates the student a.:tivities on the ..::akndar:
•
SL l>alan.:es the a..::tivities program for all students-middle s.:hool and high s..::hool
o
Pep rallies, guest speakers
o
Spcdal events/assemblies
o
Outrca.:h a.:tivi ties for elementary s..::hool
•
Monster Bash
•
Red Ribbon Week
•
13la.:k Out Bu ll ying
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No Name Call i ng W e::ck
2. L:nrk.hes S.:hool Life by:
•
A d vo..::a..::y. fo..:: used fund raising. leade rship & ..:i tizcnsh i p. p u bli.: relations & publi.:ity, :;crv i..::e learning,
St)..::i al . a nd spiri t a..:ti v iti es
o
o
Sl mon thl y Spirit Days
o
Prom
o
MiJdle s..::hool a..::tivilies
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Leadership opportunities
l)an..::cs
3. Raises standards and expc..::tations by
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Tutt1ring and mcntoring. Clubs, Lead ership Program
4. I kvcl nps pt)sitive st udent morale by
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P roviding worthwh i l e projc..::ts
o
Comm unity servi..::c
o
t: i tizcnsh i p learn i ng and pra.:ti.:e o pportunities
o
(:hara..::ter edu.:a tion
o
Spirit !lays
o
Cl ubs
o
Spi ri t Week s
5. ( :reates opportunities h igh l igh ti ng our s..::hool' s ..::hara.:ler-oppnrtunities for press releases abou t studen t
events anJ a.:.:omplishmenLo;:
o. Solves
o
Spirit Days
o
Community Servi.:c Learning proje..::Ls
o
Clubs
o
l .eadership program
i>roblcms and Makes Dc..:isions:
o
works nn studen t. proble ms v ia mentnri ng anJ tu lllring
o
uses sl.udcnl inp ut on wha t a.:tivi tics to fo..::us on li ke dan.:cs, pt:p rallies. dubs
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Foxborough Regional (
Charter School
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7. E ncourage Learning
•
lx peri enc:es
f(1r cvcrynnc- dementary, m idd le and upper s.:hool ::auden ts and staff'
R. 13uilds Communka ti on:
o
With all student groups and serves as the voi.:e of the students with the ad ministra ti on
o
Jn the wmmunity and w i th other schools
9. Promotes S.:hool Spiri t anJ Pride
o
Sponsors awards (or outsta nding panicipalion, schol a rsh i p, ci tizenship, and sportsmanshi p
w i th Award Ceremon ies
o
Sets a positive s.:hool atmosphere
I 0. Advises others of:
•
studen t opinion abou t im portan t issues
•
gathers facts to share with othe rs
I I. l kvcl ops Lcad .:rship Ski lls
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Among studen ts and starT
o
Clubs
o
Dances
o
Spiri t Days
o
CS L prog rams and projccL
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