8th Grade Transition Night

Bethlehem Central High School
8th Grade
Parent
Transition
Night
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
Transition Welcome
w Mr. Scott Landry, BCHS Principal
w Mr. Michael Klugman, BCMS Principal
Counseling Center
Ms. Gayle Moriarity, Coordinator
w Course verification in June /schedule available in August
w 9th –Naviance Introduction , New Student Groups, September Parent
Meeting, Resume Building, College Jump Start
w 10th –August Parent Meeting, Naviance Career Interest Exploration
Program, Career Fair, SAT Subject Tests and AP Tests (Possible),
Career & Technical School Visit, Newsletter, College Jump Start
w 11th – PSAT/SAT/ACT ,Career/College Program, Junior Family Night,
Junior Conferences, College Fair, College and Military Representative
Visits, Financial Aid Night
w 12th –Senior Planning Meeting (August), College Caravan, College Fair,
College Application/Post High School Planning Process, Scholarship
Information, Application Workshops
Resources: Naviance, Webpage, Newsletter, ASPEN
Sample Ninth Grade Schedule
Special Education Support Services
Mr. Kyle O’Brien, Chairperson
w Special Education Programs & Services at the HS
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Special Education Programs & Services are provided to those
students with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
w BCSD offers a continuum of services ranging from least
restrictive to most restrictive
w Program planning for next year occurs at the annual
review meeting
w Section 504 Accommodation Plans
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Overseen by the Special Education Support Services Dept.
Handicap substantially limits one or more major life activity
Lab School
Mr. Mike Mitchell, Coordinator
8th Grade Student Presentations: Wednesday, January 13, 2016,
7:30am & 2:50pm, BCMS Cafeteria
w Lab School students and faculty will offer a presentation and
question/answer session about Lab School. This will be available to 8th
grade students before and after school in the MS Cafeteria.
Lab School Open House Presentation: Thursday, January 14, 2016,
6:30pm, BCMS Auditorium
w This is a mandatory event for parents/guardians of 8th grade students
who wish to enter The Lab School. On this evening, Lab School
teachers, students and parents will be making a presentation followed by
a question/answer period.
What Kind of Student is
Successful in Lab School?
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You are willing to devote extra time outside of school
You are organized
You are reliable
You are a hard worker
You work well with others and are willing to do so on
many occasions
You truly have a desire to learn
You take school seriously
You are a risk taker
You enjoy educational trips
You take part in community service
You are an active member of the program who is invested
in its success
You take pride in the Lab School
Department Supervisors
The path to success,
The patterns of success,
The road to the future,
Graduation
Technology
Mrs. Jennifer Gonyea, Supervisor
439-4921 (x22048)
9th Grade Choice
► 1 required credit in Fine Arts: Art, Music or Technology
R Introduction to Engineering Design (IED)
► Continuation of 8th grade technology
Problem solving – Design Process
Students currently in IED in grade 8 will take Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA) in grade 9 TECHNOLOGY:
Project Lead The Way
Pre-engineering program
w RIT curriculum, assessments & credit
IED
Principles of Engineering
Digital Electronics
CNC Mfg
Civil Engineering & Architecture
Engineering Design & Development
Research & create prototype
Technology – PLTW
§Opportunity for RIT credit for each PLTW course taken
§Transfer credits, Build resume, &
Experience College level work
§$225/ 3 credit course vs $3525 / 3 credit course
(2014-2015 rates)
Technology - Traditional
IED
Power Mechanics I & II
Electronics
Woodworking I & II
Business Education
Mr. Nick Petraccione, Supervisor
College Level Courses:
Opportunity for College Credit:
w Business Law
w Financial Accounting
w Business Management
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Saves money/time
Build resume
Experience college level
work
Business Education
High School Credit
Other Courses:
w Entrepreneurship (New)
w International Business (New)
w Sports Marketing/
Management (New)
Internships;
GEWEP – General Education Work
Experience Program
(1/2 – 2 Credits) (New)
CEIP – Career Exploration
Internship Program
(1/2 – 1 Credit)
Visual Arts
Mrs. Melanie Painter, Supervisor
Studio in Art or Studio in Media Arts
w Foundation courses for Regents Credit
w Focus on Elements & Principles of Design
w 40 week Courses
w All students are welcome in this courses!
Studio in Media Arts
w This course will allow the creative student who
demonstrates strong design and composition skills to
choose a class that emphasizes these curriculum areas.
Students will explore the captured image and artwork for
communication. Through this exploration students will
have the opportunity to create highly original media art.
Using the elements of art and principles of design, the
projects and course of study will have students become
proficient in the fundamentals of graphic design,
illustration, printmaking, advertising, photography and
film production. Students will explore various programs
on the Mac platform including Photoshop, Illustrator,
In-Design, Flash Media , Dreamweaver and iMovie.
Studio in Art
w This course will allow the creative student
who demonstrates strong design and
observational skills to create works of art.
Students will explore the art materials and
artwork throughout history. Through this
hands on exploration, students will have the
opportunity to create highly original artwork.
Using the elements of art and principles of
design, the projects and course of study will
have students become proficient in the
fundamentals of drawing, painting, sculpture,
ceramics, fashion design, and digital
photography.
Visual Arts
Beyond Studio Art…..
w Art Majors must have the foundation course Studio Art or
Studio in Media Arts.
w Drawing and Painting is the recommended 9th grade course
for student in Accelerated Studio in Art at the Middle
School.
w Some electives require Studio Art or Media Arts as a
prerequisite.
w Students may pursue a 3 or 5 unit sequence in the Arts.
w Portfolio Development for careers in design!
Visual Arts
Advanced Courses
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Ceramics
Advanced Ceramics
Photography
Digital Photography
Advanced Photography
Drawing & Painting
Advanced Studio Art
Advertising Design
Ad Agency
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Filmmaking
Advanced Filmmaking
Fashion and Textile Design
Metal Design
Mixed Media Design
Visual Media Design
AP Art
AP Art History
Senior Portfolio Art
Music Education
Mr. David Norman, Supervisor
w Curricular Ensembles
nBand, Chorus, Orchestra
w Lessons
nInstrumental Instruction
w Music Theory
Music Education
w Co-Curricular Opportunities
nInstrumental, Vocal, Music Theater
w Other Opportunities
nNYSSMA All-State
nSuburban Council
Physical Education, Health, Family
& Consumer Sciences (FACS)
Mr. Frederick Powers, Supervisor
Physical Education
2 credits required for graduation – ½ credit each year
Health Education
½ credit required for graduation
Family & Consumer Science
Elective courses in grades 10 through 12
Family & Consumer Sciences
New York State Standards
Standard 1 Personal Health & Fitness
Students will have the necessary knowledge and skills to establish and
maintain physical fitness, participate in physical activity and maintain
personal health.
Standard 2 Safe and healthy Environment
Students will acquire the knowledge and ability necessary to create and
maintain a safe and healthy environment.
Standard 3 Resource Management
Students will understand and be able to manage their personal and
community resources.
Family & Consumer Sciences
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Family & Consumer Science
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Culinary Arts I*
Culinary Arts II*
Gourmet Foods
International, Regional &
Cultural Foods
* SUNY Cobleskill credit
available
w Adolescent Psychology &
Development
w Child Development &
Psychology*
w Social Psychology
w Independent Living
w Early Childhood
Education*
Family & Consumer Sciences
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Physical Education
Mr. Fred Powers, Supervisor
w Grade 9
n Fitness & Wellness
n Aquatics
n Educational Karate
n Track & Field
n Softball
Grade 10
n Sport Education
n Adventure Education
w Grades 11/12
Students are sequenced across five areas of Sport and Lifetime Activities
Physical Education
w Grade 11/12
Target Sports
Archery
Bowling
Golf
Frisbee golf
Fitness
Net Games Team Passing
Badminton Basketball
Pickleball
Flag Football
Tennis
Floor hockey
Volleyball
Soccer
Ultimate Frisbee
Adventure Education II
Lifetime
Ballroom
Orienteering
X-C Skiing
Yoga
Health Education
Mr. Fred Powers, Supervisor
Critical Skills
Self Management
Relationship Management
Stress Management
Communication
Planning & Goal Setting
Decision Making
Advocacy
Health Education
Functional Knowledge in the areas of:
Physical Activity & Nutrition
HIV/AIDS
Sexual Risk
Family Life / Sexual Health
Tobacco
Alcohol & Other Drugs
Unintentional Injury
Violence Prevention
Other Required Health Areas
Health Education
BOU resource “Growing with your Teen”
Available online at:
http://bcsd.k12.ny.us/PDFs/Growing_With_Your_Teen.pdf
World Languages
Ms. Sarah Cioffi, Supervisor
w 8th grade: Pass LOTE Checkpoint A Proficiency Exam,
earn 1 HS credit
w 9th grade: French 2
Spanish 2
For students who have not earned their 1 HS Credit:
n Spanish 1
n Intro to Spanish
World Languages
After completion of level 2 language study:
French 3, Spanish 3
LOTE Checkpoint B Comprehensive Exam
Intermediate French, Intermediate Spanish
Advanced or AP Spanish, or AP French
Students are encouraged to add another language sequence in HS,
beginning with Spanish 2, French 2, or Intro to Latin.
World Languages
Middle School
Pass Checkpoint A Exam in Spanish or French in 8th Grade
High School
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Only one Spanish year of WL 1
Study
No WL Study
Spanish 2
French 2
Spanish 3
French 3
Intermediate Spanish,
Intermediate French
(College Levels)
Advanced/AP Spanish,
Advanced French
(College Levels)
Intro to Spanish
Students are encouraged to add another language sequence, beginning with Spanish 2, French 2 or Intro to Latin.
English
Mr. Andrew Baker, Supervisor
In 9th grade, students have three options from which to choose. All courses
lead to the Common Core Regents in 11th grade.
English 9 EXCEL: This course is designed for students who are not yet proficient
with the use of a variety of reading and writing strategies
independently.
English 9 Traditional: This course is designed for students who are proficient in using
reading and writing strategies independently; however,
they still require guidance and support in writing proficiently,
and thinking critically about literary and informational text.
English 9 Honors: This course is designed for students who have developed a
personal repertoire of literacy strategies they use successfully.
Students are motivated to read, think about, discuss, and write
about a variety of texts. *Includes Required Summer assignment*
English
Reading and Writing
w The Common Core Learning Standards require students to
read more complex texts in a variety of genres. As such, the
English resources continue to change to reflect these
expectations.
w Currently, students are required to read Romeo and Juliet,
Raisin in the Sun, Of Mice and Men and an additional novel
(dependent on class level) as well as informational text.
w Students will also be writing argument (persuasive),
narrative, and informational/expository pieces.
English
Assessments and Assistance
Local assessments reflect the new Common Core Learning Standards.
The English Regents Examination is taken at the end of the junior year.
The current 8th grade class will be required to take the common core
aligned Regents which will focus on reading comprehension, literary
analysis, and argument-based writing. The exam is similar in format
to the current Regents exam; however, notable changes include the
removal of the listening section and the inclusion of an argument
essay based on informational text provided in the exam.
Additional assistance will be provided by the classroom teacher during
9th period; students may arrange this by requesting meetings with the
teacher.
English Course Sequence
Mathematics
Mr. David Hurst, Interim Asst. Superintendent
9th Grade Mathematics
On Grade Level
One Year Accelerated
Two Years Accelerated
Math 8
Algebra I
Honors Geometry
EXCEL Math 9
Geometry AB
Algebra II AB
Algebra IA
Honors Geometry BC
Honors Algebra II BC
Algebra I
Traditional Mathematics
Sequence
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Pre-Calculus
Calculus AB / Calculus BC
Calculus III / Linear Algebra
Graphing Calculator
Graphing calculators are required in all courses.
They will be used in daily lessons, assignments, and
assessments throughout the year to develop
students’ mathematical reasoning and skills to
appropriately use technology to aid in problem
solving. The TI-84 (Plus CE, Plus C, Plus Silver
Edition or Plus) is recommended for student use.
The TI-84 will be used for classroom
demonstrations and while other graphing
calculators perform the same tasks, the interface
and keystrokes may be completely different making
it extremely difficult for students to follow along.
The TI-84 can be upgraded and is acceptable on
Regents exams and standardized tests (ACT, SAT,
AP).
Students that already have a TI-83 may continue to use it, as the keypad is the same as the TI-84, but will notice
that it has a slightly different Operating System.
Science
Mrs. Jennifer Gonyea, Supervisor
Grade 9
Grade 10
Honors/Regents Earth Science
Honors/Regents Biology
Regents Biology
Honors/Regents Earth Science
Honors Biology
Honors Earth Science or
Honors Chemistry
EXCEL Science 9 – Two-year course with the Biology regents taken at
the end of 10th grade
Typical Science Sequence
Advanced Regents – 3 years of science with 2 Regents
exams
9th Earth Science or Biology
10th Biology or Earth Science
11th Chemistry
12th Physics
Science Sequencing
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Students can graduate
with up to 7 Science
Credits (NYS mandate
is 3)
4 different Advanced
Placement (AP) options
3 Year Science
Research Course
Diversity of Electives
Electives
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Wildlife Biology
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Human Anatomy
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Forensic Science
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Natural Disasters
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Meteorology
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Astronomy
Social Studies
Mr. Nick Petraccione, Supervisor
w Grade 9
n Global History and
Geography 1
l Excel
l Traditional
l Honors
(summer assignment)
w Grade 10
n Global History &
Geography 2
l Excel
l Traditional
l AP World History
(summer assignment)
n NEW REGENTS EXAM 2018
(GH 10 Material ONLY)
Typical Social Studies Sequence
4 years of Social Studies with 2 Regents Exams
9th Global History and Geography
10th Global History and Geography (Regents Exam)
11th United States History and Government (Regents Exam)
12th Economics and Participation in Government
Social Studies
w Grade 11
n United States History &
Government (USHAG)
l 11-3
l Traditional
l AP American History
(summer assignment)
n REGENTS EXAM
(New 2019)
w Grade 12
n Economics/Practical
Economics (1 semester)
n Participation in Government
or Practical PIG (1 semester
n AP Economics/Participation
in Government (full year)
n AP Micro/Macro ECO/PIG
(full year)
n SUPA PAF 101
(Syracuse University Project Advance)
*All Seniors are required to complete 20 hours of Community Service
Social Studies
w Electives (open to 11th and 12th Grades)
n Law in Life
n History of NYC
n Psychology
n Sociology
n Great Issues/Philosophy
n American Wars
n AP Art History (summer assignment)
n AP European History (summer assignment)
n AP Psychology (summer assignment)
n SUPA PAF 101 (Syracuse University Project Advance)
Conclusion
w Proceed to cafeteria
nMeet subject supervisors
nTake building tour
Thank you for joining us this evening!