+ + = Memorial Ridge Shore MHS WELCOME! Mentor High School Class of 2019
Welcome & Introductions High School Principal Mr. Wade 9 th Grade Unit Principal Mrs. Chin School Counselors Mr. Nemunaitis A-L Mrs. Howell M-Z Administrators Mrs. Wolf Unit 12 Mr. Megyes Unit 11 Mr. Diamond Unit 10 Mr. McMahon Assistant Principal Mr. Crowe Director of CTE Mr. Cassella Athletic Director
Agenda I. The Transition from Middle School II. Straight A Initiatives III. Mentor Graduation Requirements IV. 9th Grade Scheduling V. Additional Graduation Requirements VI. Athletics
Life at Mentor High School School day: 7:22 am - 2:26 pm 8 class periods: 48 minutes each 5 minutes between classes 22 minute lunch / 22 minute study hall Success Is Cardinal class twice per week All students issued an individual locker PE classes students receive a gym locker
High School vs. Middle School Students are given more choices and more independence. More courses to choose from & more opportunities to be involved in extracurricular activities, athletic programs, and social events. Grade Point Average begins in 9 th Grade and impacts post-high school options.
High School vs. Middle School Greater emphasis on academic achievement. Courses are more rigorous and grades determine which colleges you will attend. The consequences for failing grades may include having to repeat a course or possibly not graduating on time.
Success for High School Time management Students need to plan their time wisely in order to effectively manage all their responsibilities. Making right choices Adolescents face a wide range of academic and non-academic choices and decisions during their high school years as they become more independent.
Success for High School Organizational skills and good study habits Students need to keep themselves organized in order to manage the large amount of materials they will encounter in high school. Self-motivation and self-discipline Students need to be motivated and disciplined to learn and work hard.
Straight A Initiatives The Hub 60 Classrooms Renovated 1:1 Devices - MacBook Airs Online & blended learning course options Paradigm PD center
The Hub
The Hub
Renovated Classroom
Renovated Classroom
Graduation Requirements Successfully complete the graduation requirements per the Mentor Board of Education. Successfully complete seven required state exams. Earn a diploma through one of three graduation options.
Three Graduation Options Acquire 18 points on state-mandated exams. Acquire a College Readiness score on a national test. Acquire an industry certification and a work readiness score on WorkKeys.
Mentor Graduation Requirements 4 credits ENGLISH 4 credits MATHEMATICS 3 credits SCIENCE 3 credits SOCIAL STUDIES ½ credit PHYSICAL EDUCATION ½ credit HEALTH 1 credit Business, Technology, FCS, Art, Music, or World Language 5 credits ELECTIVES 21 Credits TOTAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENT
College Core *More rigorous than MHS graduation requirements 4 credits ENGLISH 4 credits MATHEMATICS 3 credits SCIENCE 3 credits SOCIAL STUDIES 2 credits WORLD LANGUAGE - Same language - Some colleges may require three years 1 credit VISUAL/PERFORMING ARTS
English Mathematics Criteria for Honors Diploma Students need to fulfill 7 of the following 8 criteria Subject Science Social Studies 4 units Criteria 4 units, including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II or equivalent and another higher level course 4 units, including physics and chemistry 4 units Foreign Language Fine Arts Grade Point Average ACT/SAT Score [excluding scores from the writing sections]* 3 units (must include no less than 2 units for which credit is sought) i.e., 3 units of one language or 2 units each of two languages 1 unit 3.5 on a 4.0 scale 27 ACT / 1210 SAT
9 th Grade Scheduling **6 Courses Required Each Semester** English Math Science World History Physical Education 9 1.5 Elective Credits
English Core English 9 Regular English 9 College English 9 Honors Electives Drama as Literature Speech
Core Algebra I Algebra I Honors Geometry Geometry Honors Mathematics
Science Core Physical Science 9 Honors Biology* *(teacher recommendation only) *(taken concurrently with Honors Math and Honors English)
Social Studies Core World History College World History Honors Electives Contemporary World Issues World Geography
Physical Education Core Physical Education 9 Freshman Conditioning Girls Conditioning PE Waiver
Art Art Exploration (full year) Fine Art I *(full year) *(teacher recommendation only)
Business & Computer Science Business Electives Computer Science Media and Marketing Computer Applications Accounting Web Page Design Law 101 Programming I: Intro to Visual Studio Business Management Programming 2: International Business Personal Finance Applications in Computer Science
Family & Consumer Science Electives Sports Nutrition Gourmet Foods International Foods Choices Family Living Parenting & Child Development L.I.F.E. (Living Independently through Financial Education)
Music Choir Elective Freshman Chorus Instrumental Music Elective Freshman Concert Band Concert Orchestra *Marching Band (not for credit)
Technology Education Electives Electronics Technology Engineering Technology Home Maintenance & Design Architectural & Civil Engineering CAD Engineering
Classroom: Spanish 1 Spanish 2 French 1 French 2 German 1 German 2 World Language (Electives) Online: Chinese I Latin I Sign Language I
Online Courses Introduction to Medical Assisting Introduction to Criminal Justice Sports Management Introduction to Entrepreneurship I Introduction to Entrepreneurship II Criminal Investigations Introduction to Homeland Security
Additional Graduation Requirements All students take end-of-course exams (2 parts - PBA and EOY): Algebra I Geometry Biology American History American Government English I English II
Graduation Requirements Students can earn from 1-5 points for each exam (combined score), based on their performance. 5 Advanced 4 Accelerated 3 Proficient 2 Basic 1 Limited Must earn 18 points with at least: 4 points in English 4 points in Math 6 points in Science and Social Studies
Graduation Requirements What is the college admissions test? When will it start and will any score count or just the score on the test given by the state? The college admissions test will be selected by the State Board in spring 2015. A student may use his or her highest verifiable score to meet the graduation requirement, regardless of when the score was earned.
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Mentor High Athletics
Athletics Boys Sports Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Swimming/Diving Tennis Track & Field Wrestling Girls Sports Basketball Cheerleading Cross Country Golf Gymnastics Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming/Diving Tennis Track & Field Volleyball
Additional Resources www.mentorschools.net www.mentorhigh.com Twitter: @MentorHigh @MentorAthletics
WELCOME TO MENTOR HIGH CLASS OF 2019!