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HIGH SCHOOL

HERITAGE

CLASS OF 2028!

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HERITAGE

COUNSELORS AND SUPPORT

MS. KERSHAW: A-Dd

MS. FAST: De-Hi

MS. HAINES: Hj-Mk

MS. RIEGEL: Ml - Sc

MS. ABBOTT: Interventions

MR. ROLLING: Sd - Z

MS. LIEB: Post Grad

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As you prepare for

High School

Begin with the end in mind

What matters in the end are students' efforts in and out of the classroom, not the name on their diploma.

Focus on the moment

Students struggle to enjoy themselves or do what is best for them in the moment because their accomplishments are so oriented toward the future.

Selective Attention

What are your areas of hyper focus in your entry to high school? What are your blind spots or things your might miss as a result?

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The Prospector

Course Guide

General Information (page 4-8):

> Graduation requirements

> Recoverability for Freshman

> Schedule change process

> PE Waivers - Athletics/Marching Band

Course Offerings

> Course descriptions

> Prerequisites

> Credits

> Go to HHS website

> Go to “About HHS”

> Under “Academics” click “Prospector Course Guide”

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Incoming 9th Grade

Registration

> Review The Prospector Course Guide

> Review the Education Plan

> Complete the Freshman Registration Sheet

> Fill out what you are interested in

Our 9th grade registration site can be found using the QR code or THIS LINK HERE

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Registration

Process

Explore The Prospector and find the best fit for you - talk with your teachers and parents about your options

1

Fill out your worksheet with SIX classes per semester

English / Social Studies / Math / Science / Electives

2

3a

GMS and EMS Students

Bring your worksheet back to school, HHS counselors will help you input your courses into IC for our Registration

All other Students - follow the instructions to register for classes in Infinite Campus

3b

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Here is a lot of

Information

    • Credits to graduate HHS
    • Classes available to Freshman
    • Freshman Year schedule
    • Graduation Competency Menu

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Graduation

Requirements

If you fail a course in High School you do not earn the credit and with some classes you have to take them over the summer

Credits needed to Graduate HHS

4 Language Arts

3.5 Social Studies

2 Science

2 Math (recommended 4)

1.5 Practical Arts/Fine Arts (minimum 0.5 of each)

1.5 PE (Swimming and Health required)

7.5 General Elective

** World Language is not required for HHS but most colleges require 2-4 levels

= 22 TOTAL CREDITS

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Here is a lot of

Information

Classes Available to Freshman

Language Arts

> English 9 / English 9 Honors

Social Studies

> World Geo & Civ / AP Human Geo

Science

> Earth Science / Biology

Math

> Algebra I / Algebra I Honors

> Algebra I Extended (teacher recommended)

> Geometry (completion of Algebra I)

> Algebra II / Algebra II Honors (completion of Geometry)

World Language

> Spanish / French / German

> Spanish II & French II: Completed a true yearlong course of level one in the language and earned a B or higher.

Electives

> PE - all but Rock Climbing

> Fine Arts - all first level classes

> Practical Arts - all first level classes

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Here is a lot of

Information

Freshman Year Schedule

    • English
    • Math
    • Science
    • Social Studies
    • Band/Choir/World Language
    • Quarter-long elective classes
    • Personal Development - one quarter

YOU NEED TO HAVE AT LEAST 6 CLASSES EVERY QUARTER!

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Registration Materials

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Courses Available to Freshmen

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Educational Plan Worksheet

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The Challenge of Selecting The Proper Rigor for 9th Grade:

There is a science to your selections

AND there is an art to honoring your limits.

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HHS CORE VALUE

Open Access to Academic Rigor

YOU get to choose what classes you take, keep in mind: Teachers are recommending you for the class they believe you will have the most success in! Guidelines for choosing harder classes: Top 20% on I-Ready or other Standardized Tests Establish good balance!! The class should add value and a challenge, not fill your plate and stress you out

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Registration Worksheet

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Language Arts Options

A. ENGLISH 9

  • College preparatory course
  • Same grammar program for all levels = IXL
  • Conclude year with ability to write a solid five paragraph essay�

B. ENGLISH 9 Honors

  • Expect to move 20% faster
  • Know how to critically analyze Literature
  • Understanding of proper writing structure at the start
  • If you need an Advanced curriculum to continue to grow…

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Social Studies Options

  • World Geography & Civilizations
  • Entry level Social Studies class for all ability levels
  • How Geography has shaped the history and present of non European parts of the world

  • Advanced Placement Human Geography
  • Fast paced, college level course; regular consistent HW
  • Will read a full college level textbook by conclusion
  • Sign AP Agreement
  • Break out session for more info with Ms. Peach

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Science Options

A: Earth Science

    • For students who have not completed Algebra I in the 8th grade

B: Biology

    • Prerequisites – A or B in Algebra I in 8th Grade
      • Or an A in Math 8 and an A in Science 8

C: Chemistry

    • Prerequisites – completion of or concurrent enrollment in Algebra II

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Current 8th Grade Math Class

9th Grade Math Class

9th Grade Math Class

Math 8

or

Math 8 Honors

Algebra I

Algebra I Honors

Honors both semesters and 8th grade teacher recommendation

A or B in Honors Math 8

Algebra I

D or F either semester - retake Algebra I

C either semester - Geometry or retake Algebra I

A/B both semesters - Honors Geometry

Geometry

C/D/F either semester - retake Honors Geometry

A/B both semesters - Honors Algebra II

Math Guidelines for LPS

Middle School Students

*** the next slide distinguishes between in district and out of district math placement

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Math Guidelines for Out-of-District Students (including LPS charter schools)

If you are Out of District and you are currently taking a version of Pre Algebra: You can register tonight for Algebra 1 and do not need to sit for the diagnostic test

Are you currently taking Algebra I or higher?

Enrolled in one of the following scenarios?

  • Out of district public middle school
  • Private middle school - St. Mary’s, St. Anne’s, St. Thomas More, other

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Elective

Options

Music Courses:

Tenor/Bass Choir

Soprano/Alto Choir

Piano

Theater Courses:

Drama

Stage Craft

Theater Company

Concert Band

Prerequisite: Audition, No experience necessary

Orchestra

Prerequisite: String Audition, No experience necessary

Marching Band

Extracurricular Program, No experience necessary

Personal Development

All Freshman will take Personal Development as a quarter long elective.

The quarter you take it will be random and it will be your 6th class

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Topics Covered in

Personal Development

Social Emotional Learning

Mindfulness

Stress Management

Emotion Regulation

Self Care & Burnout

Reframing Negative Thoughts

Academic/Executive Function

Organization/Time Management

Goal Setting/Growth Mindset

Learning Styles & Self Advocacy

Email Etiquette & Communication

Study Skills & Test Taking Strategies

GPA/Career Exploration

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Class Options

English 9

College preparatory course, IXL used for all levels, conclude year with ability to write a solid five paragraph essay

World Geography & Civilizations

How Geography has shaped the history and present of non European parts of the world - entry level for all students

Earth Science

For all students that have not yet taken Algebra I in 8th grade

English 9 Honors

Expect to move 20% faster, Know how to critically analyze Literature, Understanding of proper writing structure at the start,

If you need an Advanced curriculum to continue to grow

AP Human Geography

Fast paced, college level course, regular consistent HW, read a full college level textbook, Sign AP Agreement

Biology

Prerequisites:

A or B in Algebra I in 8th Grade OR an A in Math 8 and an A in Science 8

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Personal Development

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Personal Development

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Personal Development

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Here is a lot of

Information

Graduation Competency Menu

Graduation is more than passing a few classes and we will help you along the way!

Also at Heritage you can explore:

> EPIC

> Concurrent Enrollment Classes (classes for college credit)

> CTE Classes (trades like Cosmetology and Auto Tech)

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Need More Time?

  • Sleep on it – registration is not first come first served
  • Consult with our Department teachers OR Ambassadors
  • Consult with 8th grade teachers, if needed
  • This presentation is available online under Prospective Students, Registration for Classes tab
  • Online Registration will remain open up to February 17th

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If you are new to our district and don’t know your Infinite Campus Login…

Tables are set up in the main entrance outside this room with staff who can give your IC login/passwords.

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Completing Registration

BETWEEN NOW AND FEBRUARY 16

  • Talk to your parents and teachers
  • Complete course registration in Infinite Campus
  • Schedules will be released in August

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Questions?

  • Reference the HHS Registration Website for instructions on how to enter courses into Infinite Campus
  • All documents and this presentation are on the Registration Website
  • Department representatives are here tonight to answer specific content questions
  • Counselors are available to answer general registration questions.