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BRIDGELANDCOUNSELING DEPARTMENTTHTH9 /10 GRADEPARENT PRESENTATIONSEPTEMBER 20, 2021Presented by the Bridgeland High SchoolCounseling Department
Bridgeland Counseling TeamA – CalCheryl ToonCheryl.Toon@cfisd.netCam – ElKatie AbbottKatherine.Abbott@cfisd.netEm – HeqJennifer CabelloJennifer.Cabello@cfisd.netHer – LiAndi LembckeAndrea.Lembcke@cfisd.netLj - NaCharlotte ThompsonCharlotte.Thompson@cfisd.netNb – RnJennifer WatsonJennifer.Watson@cfisd.netRo – TaMegan AgnewMegan.Agnew@cfisd.netTb – ZCourtnie GrigsbyCourtnie.Grigsby@cfisd.netCoordinating Counselor: Shayla Rodriguez-BellSecretaries: Mandy Green, Claudia Smith and Heather BlackCommunity Youth Services: Michele Miles
Counselor’s Corner at Lunches(Monday – Friday) Students may visit with the counselor on duty May sign up to see their alpha counselor Counselors provide information about Programs Opportunities Scheduling Events
Final Exam Exemption Policy9th grade – one exam per semester10th grade – two exams per semesterThis semester, attendance will NOT be a criteria.Students with at least an 80% average will be able toexempt.
Grade Classification StandardsGradeCriteria for Promotion9thPromotion from Middle School10th1 year of attendance and 5 credits, includingEnglish I and Algebra I11th2 years of attendance and 11 credits12th3 years of attendance and 17 credits
th /th9 10 Grade YearBasics1. Meet high school graduation requirements2. Work on making the best possible gradesfor a strong GPA3. Explore college/career options4. Build resume; get involved!5. Pass STAAR/EOC tests
#1MEET HIGH SCHOOLGRADUATIONREQUIREMENTS
Graduation Plans for the Class of 2018 and BeyondDisciplineEnglish and PACE (1/2)MathScienceFoundation Endorsement(s)Distinguished Level ofAchievementCreditsCreditsCredits3 1including Algebra IIAlgebra I, Geometry, 1 add’l mathadvanced math3 1Biology,IPC / Chem / Physics , 1 add’l scienceadvanced science4½Social Studies3Foreign Language2Fine Arts1PE (1) and Health (1/2)Electives/EndorsementCourses1½4Total Credits forGraduation22 2 additionalelectives26Must earn at least 1Endorsement26
The Five Endorsements STEM - 5 Options Business & Industry - 3 Options Public Services - 2 Options Arts & Humanities - 3 Options Multidisciplinary Studies - 2 Options
Programs of StudyScan the QR to learn more aboutwhat CFISD has to offer in thecareer and technical educationareas.
#2ExploreCareer / CollegeOptions
PACEPersonal, Academic & Career ExplorationsRequired semester course for: ALL 9th graders New to CFISD 10th gradersDesigned to assist students in the transition from MS to HSand build skills that will assist them with future transitions tocareer, college, adulthood & independence. Students willactively work to develop a personalized plan for life successbased on their career aspirations.Four year plans will be created and/or updated and used for9th to 10th registration. Students will be able to makechanges to courses until the last day of school each year.
Electives and Endorsements Electives allow students to explore interests,discover strengths, and find a passion Elective choices take on greater importancewith students as these lead to earningEndorsements Elective strands (programs of study) can begood ways to develop leadership skills bydeveloping an expertise in a field of study Students can earn licensure andcertifications through some elective orendorsement courses
What colleges are saying A rigorous, well-rounded academic program 4 credits of English, 4 credits of math(including Algebra II) and 4 credits of science(including Chemistry and Physics) 3 – 4 Social Studies credits 2 years of the same foreign language is required, 3years is a plus. Followed one’s passion through electives orextra-curricular activities Demonstrated leadership in organizations/activities
#3Build Strong GPA &College Readiness
Grade Point Average (GPA) Cumulative grade point average isre-averaged each year of high school All courses taken in high school areaveraged in the GPA with a fewnon-credit exceptions The GPA for Cypress Fairbanks ISD isbased upon a 6.0 weighted scale It is the student’s GPA that determinesthe student’s class rank
Grade PointsGrading ScaleL- LevelOn levelAdvancedLevelsK/AP/DC &HorizonsA 90 - 100A 6.0A 7.0B 80 - 89B 5.0B 6.0C 75 - 79C 4.0C 5.0C- 70 - 74C- 3.0C- 4.0F 0 - 69F 0.0F 0.0
Advanced Classes Eligibility for K/AP-Level Course Entry: A grade of 85 (previous yearly average) of L levelclass in same subject area OR 75 in previous semester of K Students will be removed if they have aC- in a K/AP Level class at Semester Students will be removed if they have anF in a K/AP Level class for any gradingperiod
How to calculate GPA Determine each semesterletter grade Award grade points Add points together Divide by total number ofcourse grades Carry out to 4 decimalpointsEnglish IAlg IW. Geo KBiologySpanish IPACEPE / Ath.91 (A) 680 (B) 585 (B) 678 (C) 483 (B) 592 (A) 6100 (A) 6 3838 / 7 5.4286 GPA
What does an “F” do to myGPA ?GPA Calculation without “F”:English I91 (A) 6Alg I80 (B) 5W. Geo K85 (B) 6Biology78 (C) 4Spanish I83 (B) 5Pace92 (A) 6PE/Ath100 (A) 638GPA Calculation with “F”:English I91 (A) 6Alg I60 (F) 0W. Geo K85 (B) 6Biology78 (C) 4Spanish I83 (B) 5Pace92 (A) 6PE/Ath.100 (A) 63338 / 7 33/7 5.4286 GPA4.7142 GPA
How is a Semester Average Calculated ?Semester grades are computed by allocating aweight of 3/7 for each nine week gradingperiod average and 1/7 for a semester exam*.Ex. N1 84, N2 92, semester exam 81(3 x 84) (3 x 92) (1 x 81)7 87 semester avg.*Unless you are exempt from semester exam
Grade AveragingFallAvg.SpringAvg.YEARAvg.CREDIT75 Pass75 PASS75 PASS1.065 FAIL75 PASS70 PASS1.065 FAIL70 PASS68 FAIL.5MUST MAKE UP FALL75 PASS65 FAIL70 FAIL.5MUST MAKE UP SPRING65 FAIL65 FAIL65 FAIL0.0Retake course
Top 10% Admissions Automatic admission to Texas public institutions**2021-2022 Top 6% for UT Austin Must submit completed application prior to deadline setby the university Apply no later than 2 years after graduating from highschool Graduate with Distinguished Level of Achievement Provide additional documents required by the university
Honor Graduate Requirements Cum Laude- 6.00 – 6.24 GPA Magna Cum Laude - 6.25 – 6.49 GPA Summa Cum Laude - 6.5 GPARecognition at graduation ceremony andSenior Awards Night
Options for Earning College CreditAdvanced Placement Offers a chance to receive college credit through AP exam, if passed. The exam scoreand type of credit awarded varies with each university. Texas Public Universities mustaccept for college credit a score of 3 or higher. Students must meet prerequisites to take AP courses. 9th-12th grade: Human Geo AP, World History AP, Computer Science Principles AP,Foreign Language AP 11th/12th grade: U.S. History AP, European History AP, Psychology AP, English III AP,English IV AP, Science AP courses, Government/Economics AP, Language AP courses,Art AP courses, Statistics AP, Music Theory AP and Calculus AB/BC APDual Credit Available to students the summer after completing their 10th grade year. Registrationbegins Spring of 10th grade year. Earn both high school & college credit with Lone Star College for certain courses takenat the high school. Registration with Lone Star College with prerequisite testing (PSAT scores qualify) Payment to Lone Star College Parent and Student meetings prior to registration times
Options for Earning HS CreditsOriginal/Make Up Summer School District Credit By Exam (CBE) Correspondence Course (Texas Tech) Texas Virtual School Network (TxVSN)**StudentsMUST have counselor permission before registering forthese types of courses
#4Build ResumeGet Involved !
Get Involved!Make your years as aBridgeland BEAR GREAT!Extracurricular Activities that you are INVOLVED with not merely a member. Join a UIL team: Athletics, Fine Arts program, UIL Academic teamJoin or Start a Club – run for office, chair a committeeOutside of school activities – Church, Scouts, Club SportsSee our Website for a list of our Clubs/Organizations(Cfisd.net/Bridgeland – Student Activities – BHS Clubs website)
Volunteer HoursAny activity that benefits others for which you do not receivepayment. (tutoring, babysitting, yardwork, organized activities,mission trips) Begin NOW volunteering in the community, at school, or withyour church Keep folder with record of hours accumulated (form available incounselor office) More important than the number of hours is the lessons youlearn/how service affects you Write down a few notes you can use later for essays/résumé. Display of commitment to a specific cause; more important tocollege application than multiple short term volunteer activities. Depth over Breadth
#5Testing---End of Course Exams(9th-11th)PSAT (10th/11th)
State Mandated Testing RequirementsSTAAR End-of-Course (EOC) assessments:English I – English II - Algebra I - Biology - US HistoryAll CFISD students must pass all EOC STAAR assessments in order towalk in graduation ceremoniesMove-in students from home school, private school, or out-of-state publicschool settings with a transcripted EOC course will NOT be required totest in that subjectStudents earning credit through correspondence, virtual or summer schoolfor an EOC-tested course will be required to take an EOC for that courseCan retest to reach passing in December, Spring, or Summer
PSAT/NMSQT - Oct 13College Academy 9th graders and ALL10th graders will take the PSAT on Oct 13during the school day.Scores will be used to: Qualify for Summer Scholars program Qualify for Dual Credit courses
10th grade year 10th grade PSAT/NMSQT (Oct13) Lone Star College Leadership(Deadline 9/24) HOBY (English classes) Dual Credit Spring Registration(scores from PSAT can qualify)
Benefits of applying for Free/Reducedlunch program include: Reduced fees for AP Registration Reduced fees for PSAT Registration Potential scholarships for DualCredit Potential scholarships for CTEcertification tests Potential scholarships for summerschool Test fee waivers for ACT/SAT College Application Fee WaiversVISIT WWW.SCHOOLCAFE.COM to apply
As a parent, how can I supportmy student? Ensure a healthy balance of academicand social involvement. Ask your student about progress inschool; check grades and attendance onHAC. Check in with teachers about concernsor notify them of any critical eventshappening in your student’s life. Monitor social media usage. Get to know your student’s friends. Give them room to grow and confronttheir challenges. Allow them and encourage them to selfadvocate.
REMINDER!!!Counselor’s Corner at Lunches(Monday – Friday) Students may visit with the counselor on duty May sign up to see their alpha counselor Counselors provide information about Programs Opportunities Scheduling Events
school settings with a transcripted EOC course will NOT be required to test in that subject Students earning credit through correspondence, virtual or summer school for an EOC-tested course will be required to take an EOC for that course Can retest to reach passing in December, Spring, or Summer State Mandated Testing Requirements
