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High School Graduation Programs
2014-2015 Course Description Guide
Transcripts
Registration Timeline and Guidelines
A-D
- Ms. Clark
E-I
– Mrs. Velazquez
J-M
– Mrs. Savage
N-R
– Ms. Hanks
S-Z
– Ms. Dennison
Collegiate Coach – Mrs. Dominguez
Special Programs – Ms. Benavides
•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)
.5
Health*
1.5
Physical Education*
3
Foreign Language
1
Fine Arts
1
Technology Applications*
2.5
Electives
26
Total Credits with Four Advanced Measures
* Not required for current freshmen/sophomores
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
.5
1.5
2
1
1
3.5
26
Course
4
EnglishEnglish
4
Social Studies
Social Studies
4
Mathematics
4
Science
Mathematics
0.5 Science
Professional
Communications
(Speech) Communications (Speech)
Professional
0.5 Health*
Health
1 .5
Physical Education
Physical
Education*
2
Foreign
Language
ForeignFine
Language
1
Arts
1
Technology Applications
Fine Arts
3.5
Electives
Technology
Applications*
26
Total Electives
Electives
Total Credits
*not required for current freshmen/sophomores
Credits
Course
4
English
3
Social Studies
3
Mathematics
2
Science
.5
Professional Communications (Speech)
.5
Health*
1.5
Physical Education*
0
Foreign Language
1
Fine Arts
1
Technology Applications*
5.5
Electives
22
Total Credits
Check with college or university for admission requirements.
*not required for current freshmen/sophomores
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 (Only if Algebra 1 in 7th Grade)
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
Food 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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5.
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
Midland College
will present
information
immediately
following this
presentation.
Lee High School Dual Credit Agreement
Student Name__________________________________
ID#__________________
College Class(s)___________________________________
It is imperative that students taking college level classes and their parents understand that these classes are
managed differently than high school classes. Please read and initial the points below. This form must be
returned to the high school counselor with the college enrollment receipt BEFORE you are enrolled in
dual credit courses.
Student/Parent Initials
1. _____/_____ I understand that the student and parent will attend the mandatory parent/student dual credit
meeting.
2. _____/_____ I understand that the student must be admitted to Midland College (through Apply Texas) and
be admitted by June 20, 2014 prior to enrolling in dual credit courses.
3. _____/_____ I understand that part of being admitted to Midland College is to take a TSI admission test or
be exempted through (PSAT, SAT, ACT scores) The admission test is $29 and must be taken by prior to
June 20, 2014 to enroll in dual credit courses. I agree that it is the student/parent’s responsibility to
schedule the TSI test or to take exempted proof of test scores to MC admissions office.
4. _____/_____ I understand that there is a fee for dual credit courses (in the areas of English, Math, Science,
Social Studies, and Foreign Language). I agree to make payment by June 20, 2014.
5. _____/_____ I understand that college level work is more rigorous and that grading policies differ.
Example: College instructors are not required to take a minimum number of grades. I am aware that college
level courses can affect both my high school GPA and my college GPA.
6. _____/_____ I understand that if a student is having difficulty in a dual credit class, it is the student’s
responsibility to conference with the instructor.
7. _____/_____ I understand that students who choose to drop college classes and want to be placed in
regular high school classes need to do so during the first two weeks of the class. I understand that if the
student chooses to drop a class, the student/parent is responsible to drop the course at Midland College AND
also meet with the high school counselor.
8. _____/______ I understand that Lee High School will follow all district policies and UIL eligibility
guidelines for students who are enrolled in dual credit courses.
9. _____/_____ I understand that students will not be enrolled in dual credit classes if admission, testing, and
payment are not completed by June 20, 2014.
_________________________________(student signature)
______________(date)
_________________________________(parent signature)
______________(date)
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
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www.midlandisd.net
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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
Exit-Level TAKS
or 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 either
TAKS or EOC exams depending on grade level.
Students who entered 9th grade in 2011-12 and beyond must take End
of Course (EOC) exams for the courses they are enrolled.
English 1 (Reading and Writing Combined)
English 2 (Reading and Writing Combined)
Algebra 1
US History
Biology
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Students in the class of 2014 will continue to take the TAKS as their
graduation requirements.
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Jan. 23 – 27: Class Presentations @ LHS
January 27th: Parent Presentation @ LHS 6:30
January 29th: Class Presentations @ LFHS
February 1st: Saturday Counselor conferences LHS
from 9:00-3:00 (By appointment only.)
February 4-5th: Registration at LFHS.
February 6th: Registration begins at LHS. Students
must submit Registration Form to Science teacher.
Any LFHS students wanting to make changes to
their course selection prior to May 30th must see
their LFHS counselor.
March 21st: Registration Deadline
June 25th: FINAL deadline for changes
2014-2015
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION CHECKLIST AND INFORMATION
Thursday, January 23:
LHS counselors will visit LHS classes.
Monday, January 27:
Parent Information Meeting LHS 6:30 Auditorium
Wednesday, January 29:
LHS counselors will visit LFHS classes.
Saturday, February 1:
Registration conferences with counselor. 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. LHS Counseling
Office Call Amanda Montanez at 689-1617 to set up and appointment to meet
with your son’s/daughter’s LHS counselor.
Tuesday, February 4:
Registration begins at LFHS through w. geography classes.
Thursday, February 6:
Registration begins at LHS through math classes.
Friday, February 28:
ALL REGISTRATION COMPLETE.
Friday, June 20:
Dual Credit enrollment/payment/testing must be complete.
Wednesday, June 25:
FINAL DEADLINE FOR CHANGES.
 COMPLETE YOUR REGISTRATION FORM. MAKE SURE YOU CHOOSE 3 ALTERNATES THAT YOU ARE
WILLING TO TAKE.
 PLEASE SEE YOUR COUNSELOR FOR ANY CHANGES ONCE YOU HAVE TURNED IN YOUR REGISTRATION
CARD.
LFHS STUDENTS: SEE YOUR LFHS COUNSELOR FOR ANY CHANGES PRIOR TO MAY 30 TH.
 MAKE SURE YOUR REGISTRATION CARD IS SIGNED BY YOU AND YOUR PARENT.
 COMPLETE ALL NECESSARY FORMS FOR REGISTRATION, AND TURN THEM IN WITH YOUR REGISTRATION
CARD. (PRE AP/AP CONTRACT, SENIOR WAIVER FORMS, ETC.) YOU WILL NOT BE PLACED IN THE COURSE
UNTIL THE NECESSARY PAPERWORK IS COMPLETED.
YOU CAN ACCESS THE 2014-2015 COURSE REGISTER AND COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
AT www.midlandisd.net/Page/366.
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You can access the 2014-2015 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?