FRESHMAN WORKSHOP

October 10, 2023

Class of 2027

Information to help us better support you and your student

Questions you have as we go through the program

THS Administration

THS Student Services

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Ms. Danielle Moore

School Counselor

Student Last Names: A-Ce

Danielle.Moore@fcps.org

240-236-6417

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• Bachelor’s in Social Work with Minor in Business, Salisbury University
• Master’s in Social Work, Salisbury University
• Master’s in School Counseling, McDaniel College
• With Tuscarora since 2015, but 13^th year as a School Counselor.
• I enjoy reading, the beach and taking my daughter on adventures.

THS Student Services

Mr. William Gill

School Counselor

Student Last Names: Ch - Ha

William.Gill@fcps.org

240-236-6419

• Master’s degree in School counseling & Community Counseling, McDaniel College
• 15+ years experience in education

THS Student Services

Ms. Carla Goto

School Counselor

Student Last Names: He - Mc

Carla.Goto@fcps.org

240-236-6420

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with Minor in Psychology
• Master’s degree in School Counseling, Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
• Nationally Certified Counselor & Nationally Certified School Counselor
• With Tuscarora High School since 2012 but 29^th year as a school counselor.
• I have a daughter in 10^th grade

THS Student Services

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Ms. Diane Cooper

School Counselor

Students Last Names Me - R

Diane.Cooper@fcps.org

240-236-6458

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• Bachelor degree in Psychology, Miami University- Ohio
• Masters degree in Counseling / Counselor Education, Indiana University
• Been with Tuscarora since January 2020
• 25+ years in education
• Loves to read and cook
• The beach is my happy place!

THS Student Services

Mr. Joshua Harrison

School Counselor

Student Last Names: S-Z

Joshua.Harrison@fcps.org

240-236- 6418

• Bachelor's degree in Sociology & Anthropology, Towson University
• Master’s in School Counseling, Frostburg University
• With Tuscarora since 2019
• I’m assistant coach for girls basketball.

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THS Student Services

Ms. Amanda Ingram

School Counselor

ML Students

Amanda.Ingram@fcps.org

240-236-6416

• 1st year at Tuscarora High School
• 3rd year as a School Counselor
• 12 years in education
• Undergraduate degree from Towson University
• Graduate degree from McDaniel College
• I am a THS graduate!

THS Student Services

Ms. Diana Gomez

Community Liaison

Homeless Coordinator

Diana.Gomez@fcps.org

240-236-6482

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Ms. Stephanie Honaker

Behavioral Support Specialist

Stephanie.Honaker@fcps.org

240-236- 6427

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Student Service Learning

• All students must earn 75 hours of community service before they graduate.

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• FCPS has many of these hours infused into the essential curriculum. Students can earn 4.5 hours in courses such as Algebra I, American Studies II, Biology, English 9, 10, 11, Geometry, Government, Stats & Prob, Modern World History

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• Students who wish to earn the service award may turn in their hours to Ms. Jorgensen for extra recognition.

Graduation Requirements�High School Assessments

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• Science (Biology)
• End of Course Assessment 20% of final course grade

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• Government
• End of Course Assessment 20% of final course grade

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• English 10 (750)

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• Algebra I (750)

Grade Point Averages

Grade Non-Weight Weighted

• A (90-100%) 4 points 5.00 points
• B (80-89%) 3 points 3.75 points
• C (70-79%) 2 points 2.50 points
• D (60-69%) 1 point 1.25 points
• F (0-59%) 0 points 0.00 points
• Unweighted – the traditional rank based on a 4.0 points system
• Weighted –Honors, Advanced Placement (AP) or Accelerated Academic Courses are ranked on a 5.0 points system

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Earning Credits

• High school is very different from middle school

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• Grades and attendance do matter.

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• If you fail a class, you will be rescheduled for that class until you earn a passing grade.

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• Students must earn credits in order to be promoted into the next grade- -
• 10^th Grade Status = 6 credits
• 11^th Grade Status = 12 credits
• 12^th Grade Status = 18 credits

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How do you earn passing grades in your classes?

• Show up for class - be physically and academically present and prepared each day

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• Actively participate in class - listen, participate in the discussion, answer questions

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• Do the work - to the best of your ability

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• Ask questions/ask for help - meet with teacher during FLEX and/or attend tutoring sessions

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Academic Eligibility for Extracurricular Activities

• Based on your Term 1, Semester 1, Term 3, and Semester 2 grades
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• Virtual School and Summer School classes are included in 2nd semester grades.

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• Minimum 2.00 GPA and no “F” or WF” grades

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• Students with a grade of “incomplete” are ineligible until the grade has been changed and eligibility status verified

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• Semester 2 grades determine eligibility for the following fall

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• Reference Policy 509 for more detail

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How can parents support their student?

• Encourage students to use FLEX time wisely - must remain in FLEX if have a D or F in class

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• Monitor your student’s grades/assignments on Schoology.
• All parents/guardians have an access code that is linked to their child's account.

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• Encourage your child to get involved in extracurricular activities at the school, whether it’s a sport, band, theatre or a club.

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Clubs @ THS

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• THS clubs meet on Wednesdays during FLEX time of each block
• Students must have grades of C or higher in classes in order to attend Club meetings

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• For a list of clubs, brief descriptions/videos of each club, club dates and sign up go to this website: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vyzIrPl2oAwpfcaB33lSI5oUXgnsM437OQ1YgqqUs0M/edit#gid=0

College and Career Readiness:

the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to be successful in post-secondary education and/or training that lead to gainful employment

Post-CCR Pathways

Once a student has met CCR in Grade 10, all students will enroll in at least one post-CCR pathway:

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Possible Pathways:

• AP or DE Pathway = 3+ classes, 2 or more content areas
• College Pathway = 1 college semester; 5 classes, DE and/or AP, 3+ content--inc Math and/or English
• Career Pathway = 5 courses total, CTE program of study/pathway + college classes (DE and/or AP)
• CTE Pathway = 3+ credits (School-based CTE or CTC programs)
• Career and College Pathway = CTE pathway + 3 DE or AP

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Academic Programs and Opportunities for FCPS Students

CTE High School Pathways Quick Reference Guide @ THS

For more In depth Info: http://bit.ly/CTECOMPLETERS

Business, Management, & Finance

Principles of Business Management & Entrepreneurship

Principles of Finance & Accounting

Advanced Business Management

Advanced Finance & Accounting

Principles of Marketing

Office Systems Management 1

Choose Below for a Completer

Office Systems Management 2

Agriculture

Animal Science

Horticulture

Intro To Agriculture

Pre Vet Small

Horticulture 1

Computer Science

Foundations of Computer Science

(Serves as Computer Science and Engineering Credit)

AP Computer Science Principles

AP Computer Science A

Advanced Computing Concepts

Recommended Order

Pre Vet Large

Horticulture 2

There are additional opportunities after the 1st three Courses

Child Development

Child Growth & Development

Learning in the Preschool Environment

Early Childhood as a Profession

Preschool Learning Strategies

Introduction to Engineering Design

Principles of Engineering

Engineering Design and Development

Digital Electronics

Computer Integrated Manufacturing

Project Lead the Way-

Engineering

Principles of the Biomedical Sciences

Human Body Systems

Biomedical Innovation

Medical Interventions

Project Lead the Way-

Bioscience

Additional Completers can be found at select schools. Please refer to the completer guide for more information: http://bit.ly/CTECOMPLETERS

Academy of Health Professionals & Culinary/Hospitality (FHS), AOHP Dental and Pharmaceutical Technician (FHS), Automotive Mechanics (BHS), Biomedical Sciences PLTW (THS and CTC), NJROTC (GTJHS), Project Lead the Way Engineering (LHS, WHS, THS). Many programs contain Dual Enrollment classes that can substitute required classes in the pathway.

Some schools offer alternative Dual Enrollment classes

Wood Design & Applications

WDA 1

WDA 2

WDA 3

WDA 4

Career Research & Development

Intro to Research & Development

Advanced CRD

Work Study

Career & College Prep

Apprenticeship Maryland Program

Related Course of Study

(Dependent upon Apprenticeship placement)

Youth Apprenticeship*

(3 Credits)

* Requires 450 hours in an approved Work Based Learning Apprenticeship.

Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Management

AEC Management 1

AEC Management 2

AEC Management 3

AEC Management Capstone

Academics at THS�PTLW Biomedical Science

• The PLTW Biomedical Science Curriculum focuses on critical thinking, creativity, innovation, and real-world problem solving.
• The Program is hands on and problem based. It engages students on multiple levels and exposes them to areas of study that they typically do not pursue.
• Program consist of 4 classes:

*Principles of Biomedical Science

*Human Body Systems

*Medical Interventions

*Biomedical Innovation

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There will be an open house. The date is still TBA.

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Applications to apply to the program are online. Go to THS website- FCC/STEM- Biomedical Science.

Questions- Patricia.Crowell@fcps.org

The PLTW Engineering Program prepares students for further education and careers in engineering and engineering technology.

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PLTW Engineering empowers students to step into the role of an engineer, adopt a problem-solving mindset, and make the leap from dreamers to doers. The program’ s courses engage students in compelling, real-world challenges that help them become better collaborators and thinkers.

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Program consist of 5 classes:

*Introduction to Engineering Design

*Principles of Engineering

*Digital Electronics

*Computer Integrated Manufacturing

*Engineering Design & Development

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There will be an open house. The date is still TBD.

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Applications to apply to the program are online. Go to THS website- FCC/STEM- Engineering. �Questions- Aaron.Miles@fcps.org

Academics at THS�PLTW Engineering-

Computer Integrated Manufacturing

Academies Offered at High Schools

Career & Technology

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• CTC presented to THS students on September 27th about their programs / Shadow process / Application process

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• Students must arrange to shadow their program choice (up to 2) prior to submitting an application

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• Shadowing runs from November 7 - February 29.

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• CTC Open House - October 26th

• After the shadow experience, if a student wishes to apply, they complete the application online. Applications to apply open in November and are due in early March 2024.

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• Most CTC programs are proposed to be for two years but CTC may accept students interested in attending just for their senior year if space is available.

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• If accepted into the program, their schedule will be adjusted to ½ day academic at THS and ½ day program at CTC. Transportation will be provided to and from CTC.

Academy for the Fine Arts

• Choose a path that fits your schedule: The AFA can be customized as a one, two, or three year program. Students decide when to audition for the Academy based on their specific scheduling needs. Each track contains a different set of experiences.

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• Five programs of studies:
• Dance
• Music
• Theater
• Visual Arts
• Musical Theatre

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• AFA Scholarship each year, the AFA awards four seniors a scholarship to the institution of their choice.

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Academy for the Fine Arts

The Academy for the Fine Arts will be holding an Open House and Information Session on Thursday October 12th from 6:30pm-8:00pm at Gov. Thomas Johnson High School.

This event is open to FCPS High School parents and students who wish to learn more about the college and career pathway program in the visual and performing arts. The Academy for the Fine Arts currently offers focus areas for students in grades 10-12 in:

The schedule for the evening will be:

6:30-7:15: Open house time (see facilities, meet staff and students)

7:15-8:00: Presentation in the Auditorium (program description, application process, Q and A session)

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To register for this event, please click here. (https://forms.gle/4wiY7uPEeyY5JhAF7)

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• For more information and to apply online: https://www.fcpsartsacademy.org/application-information.html

DUAL ENROLLMENT PROGRAMS

Why Dual Enrollment?

• College credits early and for FREE
• College content, rigor, pacing, and independence
• Increases college and career success
• Build confidence and skills for your future!

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“Overall, my dual enrollment experience was an excellent one… My choice to participate in the dual-enrollment program was likely one of the best decisions I made during my time at high school.”

— FCPS Student

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High School Based /

Open Campus

• Taking FCC courses at THS or on FCC’s campus
• As a high school student, no charge for tuition, fees, or books
• High school based courses taught by THS instructors who also meet FCC instructor qualifications
• Open campus courses taught by FCC instructors

Benefits of Early College:

• Structured guidance to complete an associate degree with a cohort of students�
• Savings on time and money while completing postsecondary education goals�
• Rigorous coursework in a college campus setting for the last two years of high school�
• Ability to graduate from both the home high school and FCC in four years (instead of six)�
• Flexibility to major in most programs offered by FCC

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If you think you are interested in applying for the Early College Program in 10^th grade, please let your counselor know during your conference so that they can make sure you are scheduled for required classes in order to be eligible to apply next year.

Career Pathways - Monroe Center

Dual Enrollment Information

https://frederick.edu/admissions/dual-enrollment.aspx

Meet our Career Coach

Students who are unsure what career they would like to pursue after high school should meet with THS Career Coach:

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• Schedule a meeting:
• https://calendly.com/ashley-sellman/15min

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Ms. Ashley Sellman

Ashley.Sellman@fcps.org

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Future Thinking-�Sample Sophomore Schedule

Registering for Courses for School Year 2024-2025

• On January 3 and January 10, counselors will be meeting with different grade levels during FLEX time to go over the registration process.

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• Once the counselors meets with your students, registration sheets will be due a week later.

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• Copies of students’ transcripts and credit check sheets will be uploaded into Naviance so students know what courses they still need for graduation.

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• Course registration sheets must be completed by January 22, 2024

College Testing Timelines

https://www.khanacademy.org/digital-sat/confirmed

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https://bluebook.collegeboard.org/students

Communication�

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• Schoology Group- Class of 2027

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• Access Code:

FMW3-VWBK-57JXX

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• Ms. Smith’s Weekly Newsletter

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• Sign up For Find Out First

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Freshmen Conferences will start the week of October 23, 2023.

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Links will be shared in the coming days for students to sign up to schedule a conference with their counselor.