60% - Summative
Test, labs, DIA
40% - Formatives
Reading logs, Class work, Home work
3 Language Arts
3 Math
3 Science
3 Social Studies
Reading is a district requirement
Student’s must pass 5 out of 7 classes in order to be promoted to high school.
Our online grading system to keep
parents up to date and informed about their students progress.
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Students taking Algebra I or Algebra II will receive high school credit and that grade will be calculated into their high school
GPA.
Students who earn an A or B (final average) must go on to the next level in high school.
Students who earn a C, D, or F (final
average) can repeat the class…will show as course attempted on their transcript.
All students enrolled in Alg. I and Alg. II will take an End of course Exam (EOC). This will be 30% of their final grade for the class.
Students must take four years of math once in high school.
Students taking Spanish I in place of reading will receive a high school credit and a grade that will be calculated into their high school GPA.
Students who earn an A or B (final average) must go on to the next level in high school…if
continuing with foreign language.
Students who earn a C, D, or F (final average) can repeat the class…will show as course
attempted on their transcript.
Foreign language is not a graduation
requirement but most universities require two consecutive years for admissions.
Civics Education course
› EOC constitute 30% of the final course grade
› If a student enrolls prior to the 2nd semester of 8th grade year, he/she must have Civics and take the EOC.
4 year high school plan was completed through 8th grade History class in
November.
CHOICES.org – We explored career interest and developed our online
profiles. The students will have access to these accounts throughout high school.
www.flchoices.org
English/
Language Arts (ELA)
4 credits with major concentration in composition, reading for
information, and literature (must pass the Grade 10 FCAT 2.0 Reading or earn a passing concordant score on the ACT or SAT)
Mathematics 4 credits, one of which must be Algebra 1 and one of which must be Geometry (Algebra 1 EOC results count 30% of the final course grade;
student must pass the Algebra 1 EOC to earn a standard diploma;
Geometry EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade)
Science 1 credit in Biology (Biology EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade)
1 credit in a Physical Science course (Earth/Space, Physical Science, Chemistry or Physics)
1 credit in equally rigorous Science Course
Social Studies 1 credit in World History 1 credit in U.S. history
.5 credit in U.S. Government .5 credit in Economics
U.S. History EOC constitutes 30% of the final course grade if enrolled in the course beginning in the 2012-2013 school year and thereafter
World Languages Not required for high school graduation, but required for admission into state universities
Fine and
Performing Arts, Speech and Debate, or Practical Arts
1 credit in fine or Performing Arts, Speech and Debate, or Practical Arts (eligible courses specified in the Florida Course Code Directory)
Physical Education 1 credit in Physical Education to include the Integration of Health
Industry Certification
Not required Electives 8 credits Grade Point
Average (GPA)
Cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
Online Course 1 course within the 24 credits, excluding a Driver Education course (unless the course was completed prior to July 1, 2013)
ACCEL Program (18 credits minimum) Physical Education is not required
3 elective credits
Online course is required
All other graduation requirements for a standard diploma must be met (per s. 1003.4282(3)(a)-(e), F.S.).
Standard Diploma
24 credits
Scholar Designation
In addition to meeting the standard high school diploma requirements:
Pass the ELA Grade 11 Common Core Assessment, once implemented
1 credit in Algebra 2
Pass Algebra 2 EOC, once implemented
1 credit in Statistics or an equally rigorous Mathematics course Pass the Biology 1 EOC
1 credit in Chemistry or Physics 1 credit in a Science course equally rigorous to Chemistry or Physics Pass the U.S. History EOC
2 credits in the same World Language Earn at least one credit in AP, IB, AICE or a dual enrollment course
Merit Designation In addition to meeting the
standard high school diploma requirements:
Attain one or more industry certifications from the list established (per s.
1003.492, F.S.)
What’s an Academy?
A career academy is a small learning community that combines core classes with a career focus.
An academy provides unique learning
opportunities through business partnerships, integrated instruction, hands-on learning, field studies, service learning, career shadowing, and internships.
Your academy teachers and business partners provide the real world skills necessary for you to be successful in today's work environment.
Atlantic High School
› Academy of Law and Government
› Horticultural, Environmental and Marine Science Academy (HEMS)
› Communications and Arts In Performance
Academy
Mainland High School
› Academy of Communication and Multi-Media Technology
› Academy of Design and Manufacturing Technology
› Academy of Science and Medicine
› Sport Science Academy
› Academy of Simulation and Robotic Technology
› Hospitality and Culinary Arts
New Smyrna Beach High School
› Agritechnology and Environmental Resources Academy
› Entertainment and Sports Marketing
› Academy of Engineering and Design
› The Medical Academy
Seabreeze High School
› Academy of Drafting and Design
› Academy of Culinary Design
› Web and Digital Media
Spruce Creek High School
› Academy of Finance
› Academy of Information Technology and Robotics
www.career-connection.org
Applications available online after December 12, 2014
Algebra 1 Required by 8th Grade
Spanish Not Required in 8th Grade
3.o GPA
One Time To Apply - Deadline is January 30, 2015
Parent/Guardian Information Sheet
Student Information Sheet
Teacher Recommendations
Copy of 8th Grade First Semester Report Card
7th Grade FCAT Scores or Other Standardized Test Scores
Essay – January 15, 2015 or January 17, 2015
• DECEMBER 11, 2014 Application posted to: www.sprucecreekib.weebly.com
• DECEMBER 11, 2014 High School Showcase-Volusia Co. Fairgrounds 5pm
• JANUARY 13, 2015 Academy Showcase at Spruce Creek 6-7:30pm
• JANUARY 15, 2015 Essay writing, 5PM OR JANUARY 17, 2015 10AM.
• JANUARY 30, 2015 IB and Academies Applications deadline
• FEBRUARY 23, 2015 Acceptance Letters Mailed
FEBRUARY 25, 2015 9TH GRADE OPEN HOUSE
• MARCH 13, 2015 Student Decisions
• APRIL 2, 2015 List of selected students due to county.
Registration Night
March 10th and March 12
th
5:00 – 7:00 PM
This distinction is available at all high schools.
The diploma requires a minimum of 4
Advanced Placement (AP) courses over 2 different content areas.
Students must earn a score of 3 or higher on 3 or more AP exams.
GPA requirements are a weighted AP G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher.
The diploma requires a minimum of 100 hours of community service.
Honors course typically require
homework and nightly reading, daily class work, essays, test and major
projects. These courses are weighted, therefore, they carry a higher value in your GPA.
The College Board's Advanced Placement (AP) Program is a nationwide program
consisting of more than 30 college-level
courses and exams offered at participating high schools. Subjects range from Art to
Statistics. Students who earn a qualifying grade of 3 or above on an AP exam can earn college credit or advanced
placement or both, depending on the college or university. Students in Florida's public secondary schools enrolled in AP courses do not have to pay to take the exams.
Thursday, December 11, 2014
www.career-connection.org
Applications will be available the day after the showcase. Applications are
due….
http://www.atlanticsharks.com/
http://www.sprucecreekhigh.com/
http://mainlandhighschool.org/
http://seabreezehigh.org/
http://www.nsbhigh.com/
December 11, 2014 – High School Showcase
› Academy and IB applications will be available.
January 7, 2015 (2:45 -3:45 PM) – Help/Question session for completing Academy applications in the media center. Sue Chance IB Coordinator will be there to discuss any questions/concerns.
January 30, 2015- All applications for Academies and IB are due to schools.
February 23 – 27, 2015– High Schools will notify students of their admission status via mail.
March 13, 2015– Students will declare their intent to enter a specific Academy or IB program
Take a deep breath!
Remember to check our 8th grade bulletin board for important dates.
Call Ms. Jackson 322-6175 ext. 36485
tnjackso@volusia.k12.fl.us
Call the high school’s School counselor’s office.
