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High School Graduation Programs
2015-2016 Course Description Guide
Transcripts
Registration Timeline and Guidelines
A-D
- Ms. Clark
E-I
– Ms. Velazquez
J-M
– Ms. Morris
N-R
– Ms. Savas
S-Z
– Ms. Dennison
Collegiate Coach – Ms. Dominguez
Special Programs – Ms. Davenport
•Distinguished Achievement Program – Meets
prerequisites for colleges and universities, but
also requires college level coursework.
(26 credits)
•Recommended Program – Meets prerequisites
for colleges and universities.
(26 credits)
•Minimum Program – For special circumstances
only and requires approval from the student’s
counselor, principal, and parent.
(22 credits)
*Students graduating on the MHSP should check with colleges
regarding admission requirements.
Credits
Course
4
English
4
Social Studies
4
Mathematics
4
Science
.5
Professional Communications (Speech)
1
Physical Education
3
Foreign Language
1
Fine Arts
4.5
Electives
26
Total Credits with Four Advanced Measures
PSAT / NMSQT Score (Jr. year)
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Commended or semi-finalist (counts as one
measure)
AP Exam Score of 3, 4 or 5
(at the end of an AP course; each
score of a 3-5 counts as one measure)
Dual Credit grade of B or better (each
semester of a dual credit course counts
as one measure)
Credits
4
4
4
4
.5
1
2
1
5.5
26
Course
4
English
EnglishSocial Studies
4
4
Mathematics
Social Studies
4
Science
Mathematics
0.5
Professional
Communications
Science
(Speech)
Professional
Communications (Speech)
0.5
Health
Education
1 .5 Physical
Physical
Education
2
Language
ForeignForeign
Language
1
Fine Arts
Fine Arts
1
Technology Applications
3.5 Electives
Electives
26 Total
TotalCredits
Electives
Course Sequence for Recommended and
Distinguished Programs
COURSE
English
Math
Science
Social Studies
RECOMMENDED
SEQUENCE
DISTINGUISHED
SEQUENCE
English 1, 2, 3, and 4
Year 1: Algebra 1
Year 2: Geometry
Year 3: Algebra 2
Year 4: Pre-Calculus or AQR
Year 5: Finite Math / Business
Year 6: Calculus
Biology , Chemistry, Physics,
plus another approved course
Biology, Chemistry, Physics,
plus another approved
course
World Geography, World History, U.S. History,
Gov./Economics
Science
Math
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AQR
Pre Calculus
AP Statistics
AP Computer Science I
Statistics & Risk
Management
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AP Biology
AP Chemistry
AP Physics – C
Anatomy & Physiology
Environmental Systems
Earth & Space Science
AP Environmental Science
Advanced Animal Science
Scientific Research and Design
Engineering Design & Problem
Solving
GOAL
To help students develop the study skills, habits of mind and
critical thinking skills that they will need in college. Students
who take AP courses are given the chance to earn college
credit (while still in high school) and to stand out in the
college admissions process.
MISD offers AP courses and exams in many subjects.
Exams are administered each year in May.
Score of 3 or higher can be considered for college credit.
 It is the responsibility of the student/parent to check with prospective
colleges to see if AP scores will count for college credit.
 Pre-AP and AP English and Social Studies courses require summer
reading
Pre-AP / AP Guiding Criteria and Agreement Form
Enrollment Agreement for High School (Grades 9 -12)
Advanced Placement/Pre-Advanced Placement Courses
Student Name:
Last
ID #:
First
Grade:
MI
Campus:
The student requests placement in the following Advanced Placement (AP)/Pre-Advanced Placement (Pre-AP) course(s):
The student and parent/guardian understand and agree to the following:
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The student may request a withdrawal from an Advanced Academic Services course no earlier than the 16th
day and no later than the Monday following the end of the first 6 th weeks of the first semester for a
one-semester or two-semester class. After the previously stated time period, a student may only exit after
completing the end of the first semester o f t h e course. To exit an AP or PreAP course within the
designated time window, students must have completed the following steps:
* Attended a minimum of 3 documented tutorial sessions
* Attended a documented student/parent/teacher conference that included the parent and
teacher signatures on the exit form. The exit form must be submitted to the counselor’s
office for consideration by the Campus AP Steering Committee.
The student must have a 70 average in each AP/Pre-AP course at the end of the first semester to automatically
continue in that AP/Pre-AP course for the second semester. If the student does not have a 70 average, the
campus principal may consider extenuating circumstances and allow the student to continue in the course for
the second semester on a probationary status.
The Advanced Academic Services courses are rigorous and have high expectations. Parents and students
should consider the course load when registering for classes. Students taking secondary Advanced
Academic Services ELA and Social Studies courses will be required to participate in an Advanced
Academic Services Summer Reading Program assignment, which will be posted on the MISD website.
The AP courses are college-level work designed to prepare students to take the AP examination.
The student is expected to take the AP examination in each course in which the student is enrolled.
I understand and agree to the requirements stated in this agreement.
Student Signature
Date
Parent/Guardian Signature
Date
I have explained the requirements of the AP/Pre-AP Course Enrollment and have provided and explained all applicable
policies and procedures to the student and parent/guardian.
Counselor Signature
Rev. 1-10-14
Date
Parents must
attend a
mandatory
meeting if
enrolling.
Texas Scholars Program
To Qualify, Students Must:
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Maintain a 2.75 grade point average
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Complete the Recommended or Distinguished
Achievement Program
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Volunteer at least 20 hours of community service by
senior year. Students may begin in the summer
after their freshman year.
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Hours are due by the end of the 4th six weeks
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Banquet is held to recognize seniors who have met
all requirements
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Pays 12 hours tuition per semester at Midland College
for each year that community service is completed.
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Students can begin hours in the summer of their
junior year.
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Must have a 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) on the final senior
transcript.
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Must have 40 hours from approved agencies.
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Turn in hours and application to Midland College.
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Link for MC Legacy Scholarship
Course Register
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Be aware that NCAA does not allow coursework
through credit recovery (A+ Lab) or Credit by
exam (CBE).
www.eligibilitycenter.org
EOC
Assessments
Course
Category for
Graduation
Requirements
High School
GPA and
Class Rank
College
GPA
18
16
No. of Credits
14
12
10
18
8
6
4
2
0
12
0 to 5
FRESHMAN
6
SOPHOMORE
JUNIOR
SENIOR
In order to be considered in the designated grade classification, the
appropriate number of credits must be earned at the end of spring semester.
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In addition to completing all coursework students
must pass five EOC exams.
English 1
English 2
Algebra 1
US History
Biology
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Jan. 20: Senior Class Presentations
Jan 20-23: Begin Senior Hallway Registration
January 22: Parent Presentation @ LHS 6:30
January 26: Begin Junior Class Presentations
Jan 27-30: Begin Junior Hallway Registration
January 31st: Saturday Counselor conferences LHS
from 9:00-3:00 (By appointment only.)
February 9: Classroom Presentations at LFHS.
February 10-13: Registration begins at LFHS..
Any LFHS students wanting to make changes to
their course selection prior to May 29th must see
their LFHS counselor.
June 23th: FINAL deadline for changes
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You can access the 2015-2016 Course
Register on the LHS website under the
Registration link.
Seniors should focus on college application,
scholarship, etc.
Juniors should try to take the ACT/SAT at
least once at the end of their junior year
If a student does not pass an EOC, they will
be enrolled in an EOC class. Lunch for these
students will be reduced to 36 minutes.
Any
Questions?