LHHS Presenters: Mrs. Miner Mr. Burger Mr. Bacon Mrs. Thompson Principal Asst. Principal, Athletic Director Asst. Principal, RTP Math Dept. Chair Guidance Counselors Mr. Pauley Mrs. Pressley Mrs. Krueger Ms. Skemp Alphabet represented: A-D E-L M-R S-Z
Welcome from Mrs. Miner
FYI August 6, 2012: 1 st day of school School calendar at: www.havasu.k12.az.us/high-school/ Orientation-August 1, 2012 Tour of school Information on clubs Meet the teachers Mentoring Mentor Kick Off July 30th Students meet their mentor and tour the school (sorry, parents- for students only)
COURSE DESCRIPTION BOOKS Please look over this booklet with your student!! Available online at www.havasu.k12.az.us/high-school/. Graduation Requirements 23 credits 1 semester class =.5 credit 1 year long class (2 semesters)=1 credit Credit received only for D grade or above Algebra Classes: Must earn a C or above to pass and earn credit. Course Descriptions College Requirements Fees Resources Clubs, Organizations and Activities
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR Class of 2016 Graduation Requirements CLASS OF 2016 Subject: Credits Year recommended to take the course: English 4 All four years Math* 4 All four years Science** 3 Freshman, Sophomore, Junior Physical Education 1 Freshman Sophomore (World History), Junior (US/AZ Social Studies 2 History) Civics (US/AZ Govt: Social Studies) 0.5 Senior Economics: Social Studies 0.5 Senior Career and Technical Education OR Fine Arts*** 1 Any one full year* ** Electives 7 All four years Total 23 *Must take Algebra 1-2, Geometry 1-2, Algebra 3-4 and an additional math class. ** If college bound, three years of Lab Science required. *** If college bound, one year of Fine Arts required. If college bound, two years of Foreign Language (elective) required.
Math requirements All students must take and pass: Algebra 1-2 Geometry 1-2 Algebra 3-4 One additional math credit Math of Money Pre-Calculus DE Math Calculus SMART Program Summer school
FRESHMEN CLASSES 4 CORE CLASSES P.E. Determined by 8 th grade teachers: English Math Science 2 Electives Chosen by students; based on availability $10-$40 fees (start saving!) Knight Time
Round Table Program (RTP) q LHHS s Alternative Program Block Scheduling Smaller Learning Environment Abbreviated Semester
ATHLETICS Fall Sports Spiritline Swimming Cross Country Football Girls Volleyball Golf Winter Sports Basketball Wrestling Soccer Spring Sports Baseball Softball Track Tennis
Elective Options
ARTS, COMMUNICATIONS AND HUMANITIES PATHWAYS Fund. of Graphic Communications (year long) Digital Imaging Photoshop Combines art and technology to design logos, posters, pamphlets and more! Fine Arts Credit Pending Introduction to Audio Visual (year long) Media Production Webcasting Digital Editing Video Projects Fine Arts Credit Pending
BUSINESS SYSTEMS PATHWAY Fund. Information Tech Basic Microsoft Applications Fundamentals of Marketing Ø Selling and Advertising Ø Career Exploration and Job Skills Fundamentals of Business and Finance Ø Business Knowledge, Skills, and Operations Ø Banking and Investments Ø Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Internet
ENGINEERING SYSTEMS PATHWAY Fundamentals of Automotive Fundamentals of Construction Fundamentals of Drafting
ENGINEERING AND INFO TECHNOLOGY PATHWAY Introduction to Computer Software Basic Game Programming Fundamentals of Web Page Ø Web Page Design and Development
FUNDAMENTALS OF JOURNALISM (Arts, Communications, and Humanities Pathway) ü Introduction to journalistic writing ü Research ü Interviewing ü Writing ü Page Design ü Photography ü RECOMMENDATION OF 8 TH GRADE ENGLISH TEACHER and APPLICATION REQUIRED ü Year Long
INTRODUCTION TO THEATRE (Arts, Communications, and Humanities Pathway) ü Theatre History ü Memorization ü Play Analysis ü Character ü Terminology Interpretation ü Basic Stage Movement ü Short Plays ü Vocal Mastery ü Fine Arts Credit ü Year Long ACTING 1-2 ü ü ü ü ü ü Interpretation Vocal Training Scene Development Reading and Analyzing Plays Evaluating Performances Year-long
Marching Band and Color Guard ü Instructor approval or membership in middle school band ü 2 Hour Block starts at 7 a.m. ü First Semester Only ü Perform at football games, in parades, community functions and festivals ü Extra rehearsals and band camp required
BAND q Beginning Band Ø Learn to play an instrument and read music q Concert Band Ø Training Band Ø 2 nd semester q Wind Ensemble Ø Audition Required Ø 2 nd semester Ø 7 a.m. q Jazz Band q Fine Arts Credit
CHOIR Vocal Techniques Voice Projection Breath control Pitch Fine Arts Credit MUSIC APPRECIATION q Learn to read, describe and critique different genres of music q Fine Arts Credit
FOREIGN LANGUAGE Spanish ü Learn speaking, reading, listening and writing skills ü Geography and culture ü Recommendation from English teacher required ü Year Long ü Students will need a C or better to continue the next semester
SOCIAL & HUMAN SERVICES PATHWAY Introduction to Fashion Design 1-2 (year-long) Fabrics for Design Nutrition and Wellness for Life Introduction to Early Childhood Development
ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES Student Government By Election Participation and Coordination of School Activities
FRIDAY, JULY 27th IS THE LAST DAY TO MAKE SCHEDULE CHANGES! Schedules will be available for pick up in July at registration. Students must make schedule changes by July 27th, the last day of registration. Once school starts, students may fill out a Schedule Change Request Form if: A student passed a scheduled class in summer school. A student did not pass or complete a prerequisite class. A student is placed in a core class inappropriate to his/her ability level as determined by the teacher. A student is missing a required class. Students are asked to choose back up choices at pre-registration. There is no guarantee of class availability. ALL ELECTIVE CHANGES MUST BE MADE BY JULY 27 th.
MOHAVE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (MCC) Dual Enrollment Classes College Classes taught on LHHS campus Students receive high school and college credit Available for Juniors and Seniors
AGEC Arizona General Education Curriculum 35-37 Credit Hours Recognized at any in-state College or University Packages all credits into the certificate which can be transferred anywhere in state Can be achieved through all DE (Dual Enrollment) classes, or a combination of DE and MCC classes
Associate s Degree (AA) 62-65 Credit Hours Recognized across the nation Packages all credits into the degree which can be transferred to a four-year University Can be achieved through all DE (Dual Enrollment) classes, or a combination of DE and MCC classes
University degrees (more info.) Bachelor s Degree 4 year degree from a University Student s enrolling directly in a University do not need a separate AA from that University AA great idea for students doing DE then transferring Master s Degree 2 year degree after Bachelor s Professional Doctoral Degree (Ph.D, Ed.D.) 2 year degree beyond Master s Medical Doctoral Degree (M.D.) 4+ year degree beyond Master s
How to help your student be successful in high school Help your student get to school on time every day! 4 tardies = Detention Discourage absences: Research shows that students who are often absent are less likely to graduate from high school and are more likely to be unemployed for a long time. Make sure your student completes his/her homework! Students should spend 1-2 hours daily on homework and studying. Students are expected to turn in homework on time. Good grades (All As and Bs)=AIMS Scholarship=Partial Tuition This scholarship also requires ACT score of 28-36 or SAT score of 1300-1600) Students may only retake classes in which they received a D or F grade. Log in to PowerSchool on a regular basis to check grades.
How to help your student be successful in high school Discipline Make sure your student knows the rules (in student planner) and follows them. Encourage your student to leave cell phone at home or in locker. Parental involvement PowerSchool Parent Portal Keep contact information updated Communicate with teachers Show interest in your student s school work and activities. Check to make sure your student is completing homework. Encourage your student to join a club or a sport.
Resources Guidance Office Academic, Personal, Social Counseling Class and credit info. Progress Reports Career Center Peer Tutoring College and Career Info. Job Shadowing and Job Opportunities Library Computers Reference Books Freshman Mentoring Program Please take advantage of these resources available to students and parents! www.havasu.k12.az.us/high-school/
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A day in the life of an LHHS freshman School starts at 8:00 a.m. 7AM classes not available to Freshmen! Don t be late!! Transportation is not provided Students attend 6 classes 55 minute classes 5 minutes between class 30 minutes for lunch School s out at 2:50 Classes and lunches are with 9th-12th grade students 3 different lunches- no lunch requests
Freshmen Concerns Lockers Lunch Being Late Attendance Cell Phones Detentions Bullying Monitor your student s internet usage Questions??