Fort Mill High School

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2 Fort Mill High School Principal M. Dee Christopher Assistant Principals Felicia Walker 9th Donald Pittman Gales Scroggs Darren Wilson Guidance Counselors Celestine Peters - Chair Sue Gulledge 9th Kristie Hill 9th Allison Davis Shelley Graf Britni McCaughey

3 Mission of FMHS The mission of Fort Mill High School is to provide each student with the necessary skills and knowledge needed to become a lifelong learner and a responsible, productive citizen in a democratic society.

4 Beliefs of FMHS We believe each student possesses the ability to learn. We believe each student deserves a safe and supportive learning environment. We believe communication among parents, faculty, staff, students and members of the community is essential and all are responsible for student success.

5 Beliefs of FMHS continued We believe each student can maximize learning through career-based educational opportunities integrated with business, government and community at large. We believe in providing students with a relevant, challenging program of study. We believe it is essential to use student achievement data and program evaluation to ensure continuous improvement.

6 Enrollment 1850 FMHS Facts. Member of the Southern Regional Education Board - High Schools that Work In 2000, named A New American High School by the U.S. Department of Education In 2004, was one of 30 schools in the nation named a Model School Site by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation 2012 Palmetto s Finest Finalist Ranked # 2 Public School in Charlotte Metro Niche.com Ranked #1 Teachers in Charlotte Metro Niche.com

7 Recognitions Palmetto Gold 13 th year in a row Newsweek Top High Schools in America US News and World Report Top High Schools in America 94.5% graduation rate Top Ten in state in SAT, ACT, HSAP, EOC Top EOC combined scores in state (top in USH and Biology) 94% passage rate for AP students 400+ AP tests taken

8 Recognitions $10+ million in scholarship offers to the Class of 2014 MJROTC Rifle Team finished 1 st in Eastern division and 3 rd Nationally Marching Band 2014 State Champion 23 rd time. 17 of 21 Varsity teams made playoffs 9 th in state in Athletic Directors Cup The BUZZ won an Emmy. Over 15,000 pounds of food for the Fort Mill Care Center won Charlotte area Hunger Drive Dance team competed in National Championships Academic Team undefeated during current season Fine Arts 3 productions yearly Award winning Chorus, Theatre, and Visual Arts.

9 Carnegie Units According to SC state law regarding school attendance, in order for a student to receive 1 Carnegie Unit of credit, a student must not exceed 5 unexcused absences. Students may be denied credit if they miss more than 5 unexcused absences. By successfully passing a course and meeting the attendance requirements, a student can earn a Carnegie Unit. 24 Carnegie Units are required for graduation.

10 Graduation Requirements English Mathematics Science US History Econ/Govt. Other SS JROTC/PE Computers 4 Units 4 Units 3 Units 1 Unit 1 Unit 1 Unit 1 Unit 1 Unit Cluster Course/Foreign Language HS101 Electives 1 Unit 1 Unit 6 Units TOTAL 24 Units & Must Pass HSAP Check with Colleges and Universities for specific requirements for individual institutions.

11 FMSD Promotion Standards To 9 th Grade Successful completion of 8 th Grade To 10 th Grade 6 Units (1 English, 1 Math, 4 Other) To 11 th Grade 12 Units (2 English, 2 Math, 1 Science, 7 Other) To 12 th Grade 18 Units (3 English, 3 Math, 2 Science, 8 Other)

12 4 X 4 Block Scheduling Students take 8 courses during school year Math: Alg/Tech 1, Algebra 1, Geometry, Geometry Honors English: English 1, English 1 CP, English 2, English 2 Honors Science: Physical Science, Physical Science CP, Physical Science Honors Social Studies: World Geography, World Geography CP, World Geography Honors HS 101, PE/JROTC, Computer course, 1 Elective 4 classes each semester Class length is 90 minutes

13 Why do we have a 9 th Grade Transition Program?

14 Issues 9 th Graders Face! Fitting in/being accepted Fear/Intimidation of Upper Classmen School Size Fear of Getting Lost Lunch (Eating Alone) Peer Pressure Personal Conflicts Attendance/Grades Meeting Parental Expectations Getting selected for an athletic team 4 X 4 Schedule/Pace of classes Amount of homework and rigor of courses

15 FMHS 9 th Grade Transition Program Mission: To provide an environment for rising 9 th graders that facilitates a smooth transition from middle school to high school by meeting the emotional, social, and academic needs of all students.

16 9 th Grade Facilities/Support Riverview Cafeteria Courtyard Dedicated Assistant Principal Dedicated Guidance Counselors

17 Munn Road H a r r i s Current Front New Front S t. 9 th grade office Highway 21

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19 Extra Help Programs Prescriptive Reading Prescriptive Math Extra-help sessions by each teacher Homework Center

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21 What is High School 101? It is a 1 credit course designed to provide 9 th graders with the tools needed to evolve into independent learners and facilitate the transition from the middle school to the high school. FMSD graduation requirement. High School Orientation Comprehensive Health Education Technology Orientation Learning Skills Study Skills Test Taking Skills Team Building Activities Goal Setting 7 Habits of the Highly Effective Teen Employability Skills Financial Planning Drug/Alcohol Awareness Academic Planning 4 Year Plan

22 Personal Pathways to Success: A New Vision for Education The Education and Economic Development Act (EEDA) of 2005 established a new vision for education. This system integrates academic and career-tech education into a unified system that offers more and better ways for all students to succeed

23 Elements of EEDA Help students connect education to careers Increase the number of guidance/career counselors to achieve a 300 to 1 Establish clusters of study and Individual Graduation Plans (IGPs) for students Provide for parental review and approval of IGP with student and counselor Align requirements for high school graduation with college entrance Establish articulation agreements making K-16 education seamless Clusters/Majors are about choices of electives. Majors require 4 related units of electives as described in the templates. Students may change clusters and majors or may have more than one major. We strongly recommend but do not require students to finish a major.

24 Career Clusters Arts & Humanities Engineering & Industrial Technologies Business & Computer Technology Health & Human Services

25 Career Majors Graphics Computer Tech. Agriscience Health Science Commercial Design Comp. Prog. Technology TV/Journalism Accounting Construction Culinary Arts Adm. Support International Studies Marketing Finance Drafting/CAD Early Childhood Adv Placement Visual Arts Performing Arts Business Admin Engineering Military Science Protective Service

26 What s Next Program of Studies handbook given to all 8 th grade students. Link to Program of Studies on the front page of our website Individual Graduation Plan Conferences Ongoing through the end of the year.

27 Important Dates Course Advisement Banks Trail Middle February 18, 19 Gold Hill Middle February 11, 12 Springfield Middle February 25 8 th Grade Visit Banks Trail Middle May 18 Gold Hill Middle May 18 Springfield Middle May 18 9 th Grade Orientation August, 2015

28 This presentation will be online later tonight. Buzz students have videoed this presentation. After editing the video will be added to our website early next week.

29 Contact Information Mr. Christopher Principal Mrs. Walker Assistant Principal for 9 th grade [email protected] Mrs. Gulledge- Counselor [email protected] Mrs. Hill Counselor [email protected]

30 NEXT CURRICULUM FAIR Find out about our course offerings from high school teachers. Located in our Commons.

31 THANKS FOR COMING!