IT'S WAR EAGLE TIME!!!

1. February 2/3, 2009 IT'S WAR EAGLE TIME!!!

2. Class of 2013 Graduation Requirements 23 credits English: 4 credits Math: 4 credits Science: 4 credits Social Studies: 3 credits Tech/For. Lang./Fine Arts: 3 credits Health/Personal Fitness

3. SFHS 101 7 period /modified day…50 min/90 min classes…report card every 6 weeks Final Grades posted at the conclusion of the course Credit/Units: Year-long course = 1.0 credit….Half-year course = .50 credit Grading Scale: Regular/Honors AP A (90 – 100) 4.0 A (90 – 100) 5.0 B (80 – 89) 3.0 B (80 – 89) 4.0 C (70 – 79) 2.0 C (70 – 79) 3.0 Summative Grades (60%)‏ Formative Grades (40%)‏

4. SCHEDULE FOR 2009-2010

5. SFHS 101 End of Course Tests Georgia High School Graduation Tests 9th Lit./Comp. Language Arts Physical Science Math Biology Writing Math I (Acc Math I) Science Math II (Acc Math II) Social Studies Amer. Lit. * Taken in the Junior year…students must U.S. History pass all section to earn a diploma Economics Counts 15% of the Final Grade HOPE: 3.0 Core GPA (All academic subjects)‏

6. English • 9th Lit./Comp. • 9th Lit./Comp Honors

7. Math Math I with Support (combo)‏ Math I Accelerated Math I @ Accelerated Math II @

8. Science Biology Biology Honors

9. Health/Personal Fitness Health .50 Personal Fitness .50 Paired courses

10. Foreign Language Spanish I, II French I, II Latin I German I

11. Fine Arts Band Chorus Art Drama

12. Career Pathways Career, Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE) Students may earn three units of credit in a coherent sequence of CTAE courses through a self selected pathway leading to college readiness and a career readiness certificate endorsed by related industries. Career Pathways is a tool to assist students in linking their high school coursework to postsecondary training at four year universities, technical colleges, military training or apprenticeships and future careers. Click here for career pathways information

13. Career Pathways The Career Pathways are grouped into four broad areas: · Arts and Humanities: Visual and Performing Arts and Languages · Business and Communication Systems: Business, Communications, Marketing and Information Systems · Engineering, Energy and Natural Resources: Engineering, Technology, Transportation and Agricultural Science · Consumer Services Pathway: Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Education/Teaching, Family and Consumer Services, Government/Public Safety Healthcare Science

14. Career PathwaysSouth Forsyth High School · Arts and Humanities: Visual and Performing Arts and Languages · Business and Communication Systems: Business, Communications, Marketing and Information Systems · Engineering, Energy and Natural Resources: Engineering and Technology · Consumer Services Pathway: Culinary Arts Using these pathways, students may plan their four year high school program, select courses that provide appropriate preparation and instruction for their career area, and set goals for their postsecondary training.

15. Career Pathways Business and Communications Business Education (Essentials)‏ Computer Applications Marketing (Principles, Intro to Fashion, Sports Mkt 10-12)‏

16. Career Pathways Engineering Energy /Natural Resources Foundations of Engineering

17. Career Pathways Arts and Humanities Language (Spanish, French, Latin)‏ Visual Arts (Drawing, Painting, Ceramics)‏ Instrumental (Band)‏ Drama/Theater (Acting)‏ Choral (Chorus)‏

18. Career Pathways Consumer Services Culinary Arts (10th-12th)‏

19. Pathway Honors…carrots.. Complete 3 courses in a Pathway Pathway Seal of Completion Pathway Seal of Distinction Pathway Medallion

20. Sample Schedule 1. 9th Lit/Comp 2. Biology 3. Math I 4. Math I Support 5. Health/Per. Fitness 6. Elective ‏ 7. Elective

21. Sample Schedule 1. 9th World Lit/Comp Honors 2. Biology Honors 3. Accelerated Math I 4. Spanish II 5. Health/Personal Fitness 6. AP Human Geography 7. Band

22. Other Important Dates SFHS Counselor Campus Visits: Monday, February 2nd Tuesday, February 3rd Registration Packets Distributed: Friday, February 6th Parent Portal Open for Registration: Saturday, February 7th - Tuesday, February 17th Course Verifications Sent Home: Wednesday, February 25th Deadline For All Course Request Changes/Waivers: Friday, March 6th

23. Course Digest Core Curriculum English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, World Languages, PE/Health/Driver’s Education, Fine Arts, and CTAE: Course Sequences for Freshman Flowcharts Typical Sequence Options: College Preparatory Advance Placement International Baccalaureate Prerequisites and Special Needs Core Courses Definitions Click here for high school course digest information

24. High School Vocabulary Transcript GHSGT GPA Course Digest HOPE Cores GA 411 Portfolio Credit Carnegie Unit Grading Scale Pre-requisite Electives Course Recommendations Alternates GHSWT Portal EOCT Career Pathway 4 yr plan

25. Keys • Check colleges for admission requirements • How motivated are you? • Have a plan of attack • Push yourself to be the best • Stay involved in school activities • Leadership opportunities • Persistence and Determination • CHOOSE REALISTIC & BALANCED SCHEDULE

26. Freshman Festival Saturday Feb 14th 9:00 – 12:00 Visit the campus, learn more about the electives, clubs, activities and athletic opportunities.

27. Where to Access Information… South Forsyth High School South Forsyth High School Home Page Middle to High Transition Page for South Forsyth High School SFHS Counseling 9th Grade Information Page Forsyth County School District Forsyth County Schools Home Page High School Course Digest for Forsyth County Schools

28. We are here to support you ! General transition questions and concerns: Jeff Cheney jcheney@forsyth.k12.ga.us 770 781-2264 x100444 Curriculum, advanced studies, and HS assessment questions: Brandi Cannizzaro bcannizzaro@forsyth.k12.ga.us 770 781-2264 x100448 Scheduling, course registration, and counseling questions: Counseling Office x101105 Jolie Kimmel jkimmel@forsyth.k12.ga.us 770 781-2264 x101106