Welcome Freshmen Tigers

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Conroe High School

• Welcome Freshmen Tigers

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People to Know

• Assistant Principal A-Lov- John William
• Counselor A-Lov- Fay Harrison
• Assistant Principal Low-Z- Emily Quezada-Francis
• Counselor Low-Z- Susan Law
• Principal- Mike Crowl
• Associate Principal- Dena Alvarez
• Associate Principal- Virginia Tamborello
• Lead Counselor- Lydia Joiner

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Welcome

• Looking forward to a new year
• New challenges for students
• New responsibilities for students
• New opportunities for students

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Goals

• Have students excel academically
• Have students develop strong social skills
• Have students be well rounded individuals
• Have students enjoy learning

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Priorities

• Positive Classroom Environment

• Rigorous Academic Programs

• Social Development

• Preparation for Next Educational Level

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A Typical Day

• Arriving at School
• Lockers/Backpacks
• Lunch
• School Ends 235 pm

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Transition to CHS

• Attendance is important
• Students must earn 6 credits to move up to
  sophomore status
• Be on time to class
• Read the student handbook

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Communication

• E-Mail Easiest, Quickest Method
• CHS - Web Page
• Conferences As needed
• Parent Newsletter via Email
• Home Access Center

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How Parents Make the Difference!

• Keep communication lines open - Talk with your
  student
• Monitor what they are doing academically - Look
  for Progress Reports after every 3 weeks

• Encourage self-advocacy in your student
• E-mail teachers if you have a question or concern
• Encourage involvement in school activities

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Core Courses at Conroe High School

• Social Studies
• World Geography
• World Geography PreAP

• English
• English I
• English I PreAP

• Math
• Algebra I
• Geometry (have Alg credit)
• Geometry PreAP (have Alg credit)
• Algebra II PreAP/GT (have credit for Alg and Geom)

• Science
• Biology
• Biology PreAP

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Who should take Pre-AP courses?

• The most successful students are willing to work
  very hard.
• If a student plans to take AP courses, the
  earlier the preparation, the easier the
  transition.
• There are only 24 hours in a day. Evaluate how
  much time will be spent in other activities.

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Traits of the Pre-AP Student

• Self-starter/self reliant
• Willingness to go beyond minimum requirements on
  assignments
• Capable of adapting to a faster pace/higher level
  of thinking
• Ability to struggle with questions for which
  there are no clear answers
• Eagerness to seek out challenges
• Ability to analyze and apply concepts
• to new situations
• Enjoys being challenged academically

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Pre-Advanced Placement Program

• Its not just courses to prepare for an
  examination.
• Its not just a course.
• Its a process.

• Advanced Placement Program consists of college
  courses taught in high school.
• Students in AP classes may take examinations
  those scores can lead to college credit.
• AP courses teach students to think, read, and
  write critically and analytically.
• AP courses earn additional grade points in the
  high school GPA.
• PreAP courses facilitate students preparation
  for the challenging AP academic courses.

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Amount of Homework to Expect in High School

• Level classes
• 30-45 minutes per class per night
• Pre-AP Classes
• Approximately 60-90 minutes per class per night

• More reading, writing, and research-based
  assignments
•  Greater degree of critical thinking skills
• Faster pace  

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Registering for Pre-AP Courses

• During course selection students turn in a
  commitment form and indicate it on their course
  selection sheet.
• We recommend that students take pre-AP if they
  have been able to maintain grades above 80 in
  advanced classes or grades above a 90 in level
  courses.

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Conroe High School Registration Process
During registration, students will receive the
following

• Course Description Guide
• Course Selection Sheet

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Course Description Guide

• Front of book
• General Information
• Graduation Requirements
• Description of different levels
• Policies and procedures
• G.P.A./Class Rank System
• Description of all courses
• Appropriate Grade Level
• How many credits the course earns
• What prerequisites the course has
• Additional fees for certain courses (ie cost of
  supplies and materials for ART I is
  30.00)

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 HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS CLASS OF
2013
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• All students are required to earn a minimum of 26
  credits to graduate.
• SUBJECT Credits
• English 4.0
• Mathematics-Must Include
• Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra 2 (three
  credits in grades 9-12) 4.0
• Science-Must Include Biology, Chemistry, and
  Physics 4.0
• Social Studies (World Geography, World History,
  U.S. History, Gov./Eco.) 4.0
• Foreign Language (Same language) 2.0
• Health 0.5
• P.E. (1/2 credit must be Foundations) or P.E.
  Substitute 1.5
• Fine Arts 1.0
• Communication Applications (Speech) 0.5
• Technology 1.0
• Electives 3.5
• TOTAL CREDITS 26.0

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7 Period Class Day

• Typical Schedule
• English I or English I Pre-AP
• Algebra 1 or Geometry or Geometry Pre-P
• World Geography or World Geography Pre-AP
• Biology or Biology Pre-AP
• 3 periods are left and may be filled with
• PE or PE substitute
• Fine Art
• Health/Communication Applications
• Technology
• Foreign Language
• Other electives

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Special Considerations-

• Band and Drill Team- fall semester earns PE
  credit, spring semester earns Fine Art credit
• ROTC- earns PE credit or elective credit
• Foreign Language- must be 2 yrs of same language,
  only recommended for Freshmen strong in Language
  Arts
• Athletics- requires a physical, will require time
  after school and weekends
• Pre-AP courses require the parents signature and
  the Commitment Statement
• Without parent signature and Commitment Statement
  students will go into level courses
• Final deadline to make changes is 5/15

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Choosing alternates
Put course selection alternates part here
If you do not choose an alternate the counselor
may will pick for you and you will not be
permitted to change.
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WRITTEN REQUESTS FOR CHANGES, SIGNED BY A PARENT
OR GUARDIAN, MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE COUNSELING
OFFICE BY MAY 15, 2009. ______________________
_______ ______________________________ Stud
ent Signature Parent Signature COMMITMENT
STATEMENT FOR PRE-AP COURSE(S) I have read and I
understand the expectations for participating in
the Pre-Advanced Placement courses at Conroe High
School as stated in the Course Description Guide.
I understand the criteria and I am personally
committed to expend the time and effort necessary
for success. I accept that I must work to the
best of my ability in order to be a part of this
program. By entering into an Pre-AP course, I
understand that I am making the commitment to
that course for the entire school year.
______________________________
_______________________________ Student
Signature Parent Signature
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Fine Arts

• 4001 Art
• 4401 Theater Arts
• 5551 Dance 1
• The following classes require after school time
• 4651 Concert Band 1
• 4901 Symphonic Band 1
• 5051 Symphonic Orchestra
• 5101 Acapella Choir 1
• 647EA Color Guard 1(fall only after school)

One credit of Fine Arts is required for
graduation.
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Electives, Foreign Languages, Health,
Communications App.

• TECHNOLOGY (Either course satisfies the
  required technology appls. credit toward
  graduation.)
• 7811 Technology Systems
• 7161 BCIS (Business Computer Information
  Systems)
• CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY ELECTIVES
  
• 7601 Personal and Family Development
• 677E Ag Basics (includes Intro App World Ag)
• 832H Intro to Construction Careers (will require
  another h course to go with it)
• 7911 Intro Electric/Electronic Careers
• OTHER ELECTIVES
• 2414 Journalism I
• 2611 Debate I
• 8801 JROTC I ( waives 1.0 P.E. credit)
• Enrollment may be limited in elective courses due
  to classroom and equipment availability.
• Health, Communications App, Foreign Lang
• 080HF/HS
• 260HF/HS

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Course Selection Sheets are due back to their
Students will receive a course verification
sheet listing the selected courses by mail.
Deadline for all schedule changes, May 15th .
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Questions??????

• Index cards with name, phone number,
• or email address
• See booths in hall for more information
• Help Session 2/17 in the CHS LGI from 630-830

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• Thank you for your attendance.