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Curriculum Night 2015AUDITORIUM
6:00-6:40 Program for Parents of Rising 9th Graders
6:45-7:45 Program for Parents of Current WSHS Students
CAFETERIA6:45-7:45 Curriculum Fair
• Focus: Rising 9th Grade Electives
7:45-8:45 Curriculum Fair• Focus: Some AP Courses• Focus: Electives for Upperclassmen
Curriculum Night 2015Program for Parents of Rising 9th Graders
Welcome & Overview of the eveningPowerPoint for Students – walk-throughOverview of the Course Selection ProcessWhere to Find Further InformationAP Specific Information
Curriculum Night 2015Program for Parents of Upperclassmen
Welcome & Overview of the Structure of TonightPowerPoint for Students – walk-throughOverview of the Course Selection ProcessWhere to Find Further InformationAP Specific Information
West Springfield High School
Overview of the Registration Process
Graduation Requirements
Course SequencesCurriculum Updates
Welcome Class of 2019!
WSHS School CounselorsCounselor Assigned Caseload
Jeff Stahl Last Names A-B
Austin Hamill Last Names C-D
Braden Peterson Last Names E-HI
Steve Myers Last Names HO-LE
Kara Stamper Last Names LI-NE
Katy Sokolove Last Names NG-RO
Vanessa Elam Last Names RU-TH
Evelyn Clumpkens Last Names TI-Z
What’s Different About High School?CHOICES: It’s all about making choices that impact your future! What are your goals? How can we help you get there?
SCHOOL HOURS: 8:00 am-2:55 pm (Not final yet)
Orange Days = Periods 1, 3, 5, 7Blue Days = Periods 2, (LS,ST), 6, 8
CLASSES: No teams in high school. More independence but also more responsibility!
Is High School harder? YES... But there is a lot of help!
Learning Seminar (LS) is a rotating 40 min. period of additional instructional time every
Blue Day. (classes rotate throughout the year- and it is all pre-printed in your planner!)
Spartan Time (ST) is a 45 minute period that offers an opportunity for remediation and
enrichment in your classes. If you have C or better- where to go is up to you.
If you have below a C, remediation may be required for that class.
Diploma Requirements for Class of 2019
Subject STANDARD DIPLOMA
(22 CREDITS)
ADVANCED STUDIES DIPLOMA
(26 CREDITS)English 4 4Math 3 4
Algebra 1, Pt 1 NO, Elective Credit Only NO, Elective Credit Only
Geom Pt 1 NO, Elective Credit Only NO, Elective Credit Only
Computer Sci Yes, must include a CTE completer (i)Yes, only if Alg 2 is completed; must include CTE
completer (i)
Science 3 4History 4 4Health/PE 2 2World Language N/A 3 or 2+2Fine Arts OR CTE
2 1
Econ & Personal Fin
1 1
Electives (must include sequential electives)
3 3
CTE Credential (ii)
YES NO
Virtual Course YES YES
VERIFIED CREDITS (Pass course/ End of Year SOL)
Subject STANDARD DIPLOMA
(22 CREDITS)
ADVANCED STUDIES DIPLOMA
(26 CREDITS)
English 2 (both during Junior year) 2 (both during Junior year)Math 1 2
Science 1 2
History 1 2Student Choice 1 1
TOTAL: 6 9
Diploma Requirements for Class of 2019VERIFIED CREDITS
Academic Levels
College Level CurriculumFaster PacingSignificant Independent readingSignificantly more HW
AP
Standard CurriculumFaster PacingMore independent work to go more in depthIndependent projects
Honors
Standard CurriculumStandard PacingHomework is for practice / review concepts from class
Standard
Should I Take an Honors Class? Self-Assessment A or B+ in that subject Independent learner Loves the subject Good note-taker Self-disciplined Is organized Independent reader Desires academic
challenge Willing to commit extra
time
YES, but be sure to consider the BALANCE of your schedule and factor in outside activities
B or lower in that subject Rely heavily on teacher
instruction Lacks interest in the subject Does not take good notes Often needs re-direction Finds organization difficult Prefers not to read outside of
class Prefers work to be easier Would prefer to spend little
time doing homework
Probably Not this next year, but you should re-evaluate after you get the hang of high school..
Schedule for 9th GradeCourses for a 9th Grader who has PASSED his/her 8th grade
Courses
1. English 9 / English 9 Honors
2. World History 1 / World History 1 Honors
3. Health and PE 9
4. Math (Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2) *Honors available in all 3 classes
5. Biology or Biology Honors
6. World Language (Advanced Diploma) or Elective
7. Elective
Factors to Consider when Selecting ElectivesThe purpose of electives is to allow you to
explore subjects that may help you to develop a new life or academic skill, develop career specific skills or knowledge, or develop a skill/talent outside of the core curriculum
areas. Choose something that you are interested in!
Caution: moving on in Math and Languages
For World Languages AND Mathematics, it is STRONGLY recommended that you have a B or better before moving to the next course.
Why? The next levels of these courses build on your foundation from middle school! You have the option to repeat these classes if you feel you need a stronger foundation!
Things to Consider Make an informed decision when picking your
classes. Know what classes you are signing up for!
Speak with your teachers about what classes they recommend for you. Talk to your school counselor if you have questions. Discuss your schedule with your parents.
Once the school year starts, it can be difficult to change your schedule due to space available. So it’s important to choose wisely so you can get the classes that you want!
You want to challenge yourself but not be overwhelmed. Think about your extra-curricular activities, the time you have to dedicate to courses, your academic strengths, and what you are interested in!
What’s next?
1. Go to the Course Selection Guide on the WSHS website and read descriptions of the courses.
2. Select 7 Courses plus 3 Alternatives.3. Discuss your 2015-16 schedule with your
parents and have them sign your course selection sheet.
4. Arrive prepared with a completed draft for your one on one academic advising session with your counselor. Counselor is there for questions, but pre-planning is a must to have a productive session.
Important Upcoming Dates
February 13th: Future Spartan Orientation9:30 – 11:00 am at West Springfield HS. Rising
9th graders come to WSHS to learn about electives, activities, & tour the building
February 9th: Curriculum Night 6:00 – 9:00 pm at West Springfield HS. Parents
of rising 9th graders come to WSHS to learn about graduation requriemetns and electives
open to 9th graders.
Curriculum Night 2015Program for Parents of Rising 9th Graders
Welcome & Overview of the Structure of TonightPower Point for Students - WalkthroughOverview of the Course Selection ProcessWhere to Find Further InformationClosing Remarks