Rising 9 th grade Informational Meeting

1. Rising 9th grade Informational Meeting Uplift Summit Faculty and Staff

2. Objective Agenda • IB FOR ALL • Summer Reading and Supply List • Uniform Expectations • Summer Programs • Tardy Policy • Parent Involvement • Lockers, Shot Records, Technology Usage • Testing and Fees • Academic Expectations To inform rising 9th grade scholars and parents of important information regarding IB and academics, college readiness, culture and expectations, and general information about the 9th grade

3. IB FOR ALL

4. Uplift’s Mission • Uplift Education’s mission is to create and sustain public schools of excellence that empower students to reach their highest potential in college and the global marketplace and that inspire in students a life-long love of learning, achievement, and service in order to positively change their world. • What the IB Diploma is NOT Grades in Uplift HS DP classes are not based upon grades on IB exams (though Uplift HS grades should correlate with student preparedness for IB exams). • It is possible to get the HS Diploma from the state of Texas but not the IB Diploma (and vice-versa).

5. AP versus IB DP • Offer courses widely accepted for college credit. • Provide educational rigor and quality that helps prepare students for college. • Are assessed externally, AP by the College Board and ETS, DP by the International Baccalaureate Organization. • AP offers a “cafeteria plan” for which students can choose to take one AP course, several, or none. • AP results are based upon a single assessment. • AP is focused towards the educational system of the United States.

6. DP is based upon multiple assessments, both Internal and External. • Independent student choice is often a feature of the assessments, to a greater degree than on AP assessments. • Assessments reflect those typically used in colleges to a greater degree than AP assessments. • a high degree of alignment with college readiness standards in all subject areas • many individual IB standards were more advanced than those required for success in entry-level college courses • IB standards address key cognitive strategies (critical thinking, intellectual inquisitiveness and interpretation skills) that have been identified by college instructors as necessary for college success.

7. IB Exams more equitable than AP AP 49% 68% 63% 34% 25% 58% 30% IB 86% 93% 87% 83% 67% 88% 77% Overall Asian White Hispanic African American Not Economically Disadvantaged Economically Disadvantaged *Source: TEA report on AP and IB Exam Results in Texas 2010-2011 Percentage passing exams in Texas:*

8. Summer Reading List School Supply List • Link to Summer Reading List • http://www.uplifteducation.org/Page/7770 • 9th grade Language A • 9th grade Geometry • Criteria for mastery attached to assignment Link to Summit Website http://www.uplifteducation.org/Page/7770

9. NUTS AND BOLTS

10. Uniform Expectations • Girls • Boys

11. Shoe Policy • All scholars must wear a black (black with white accent is acceptable) shoe with a white or tan sole. Scholars are not allowed to wear shoes with dark soles due to the damage it causes to the building floors. Shoe colors can only be black and white, other colors are not allowed. Athletic shoes are ONLY permitted during PE class. • Todos los estudiantes tendrán que usar un zapato negro (negro con acento blanco es aceptable) con la suela blanca o café claro. A los estudiantes no se les permitirá el uso de zapatos con suela oscuras debido a los daños que causa a los pisos del edificio. Colores de zapatos sólo pueden ser en blanco y negro, otros colores no son permitidos. No se permitirán zapatos deportivos, solamente durante la clase de educación física.

12. Summer Programs • 9th grade Transition Camp • June 8-10 • 8am-12 noon • Geometry advancement • Scholars who received an 85% or higher yearly average in Algebra I • Summer School • for selected scholars who will be notified by school administration TBD ESL Literacy Reading Camp Math Bridge Camp (solidify 8th grade skills to prepare for 9th grade)

13. Tardy Policy Scholars are expected to be on campus and in classrooms by 8:00 a.m. Scholars arriving after 8 a.m. will be issued a tardy Scholars who arrive after 8:15 must sign in at Center Street 1st tardy – Warning 2nd tardy – Detention 3rd tardy – Detention 4th tardy – Friday School 5th tardy – Saturday School and parent mtg

14. College Readiness

15. SAT • January & June of 11th grade • Current Cost = $52.50 each • Fee Waiver Available for F/R • PSAT • October of 9th, 10th, 11th • Current Cost = $14 each • ACT • April of 11th grade • Explore • August & April of 9th grade • Plan • August & April of 10th grade • ACT Practice • August & January of 11th grade COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS

16. AP (Advanced Placement) • May of 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th • Current Cost = $91 each • Fee Reduction available for F/R • Offer 13 AP classes • IBDP (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme) • Late Spring of 11th (internal written assessments) • Early Spring of 12th (oral assessments) • May of 12th (written assessments) • Current Cost = $798 (six exams + extended essay) • Fee Reduction available for F/R COLLEGE CREDIT EXAMS

17. Senate 111 • “…an institution of higher education shall grant at least 24 semester credit hours or equivalent course credit in appropriate subject areas to an entering freshman student for successful completion of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.” * *Source: SB 111, 79th Legislative Session, 2005. • What does it look like in the classroom?

18. Family Engagement

19. Family Engagement Research shows that engaged parents play a role as: • Supporters of learning • Encouragers of grit and determination • Models of lifelong learning • Advocates for their child • With indicators of student achievement including higher grades, increased achievement test scores, lower drop out rates, student’s sense of personal competence, and student’s belief in the importance of education. Effective Family-School Partnerships = Supporting Student Achievement & School Improvement Partners in Education a publication by SEDL

20. Volunteers-in-Partnership • The ViP meets every 3rd Thursday of the month during the year. • Each family is expected to provide a minimum of 40 hours of volunteer service yearly. • For every $12.00 of donated items or donated money you will be credited 1 volunteer hour. • www.myvolunteerpage.com • Parents are expected to attend the Sky Hawk Parent Academy. • It is held immediately after the ViP meeting.

21. Summit Academic Information

22. Graduation Requirements for Distinguished Diploma • English – 4 credits • Math – 4 credits • Science – 4 credits • Social Studies – 4 credits • Foreign Language – 3 credits of the same language • Fine Arts – 1 credit • PE – 2 credits • Professional Communications – 1 credit • Technology – 1 credit • Other Electives – 2 credits • Total # of Credits Earned 26 • +Successful completion of EOCs • +100 hours of community service • + Acceptance to a 4-year college/university • + Endorsement(s) selection • = Graduation from Uplift Summit.

23. ARTS & HUMANITIES ENDORSEMENT • Allows our scholars to select courses from the humanities, foreign languages, English literature, and fine arts • A student may earn an Arts & Humanities endorsement by completing foundation and general endorsement requirements and: • (A) 4 additional English elective credits • (B) A total of 5 social studies courses • (C) 4 levels of the same language in a language other than English • (D) 2 levels of the same language in a language other than English and 2 levels of a different language in a language other than English • (E) A coherent sequence of 4 credits by selecting courses from 1 or 2 categories or disciplines in fine arts

24. STEM ENDORSEMENT • Allows our scholars to select courses in science, technology (computer science), engineering, and advanced mathematics. • A student may earn a STEM endorsement by completing foundation and general endorsement requirements including Algebra II, chemistry, and physics and: • (A) A coherent sequence of courses for 4 or more credits in CTE that consists of at least 2 courses in the same career cluster including at least one advanced CTE course which includes any course that is the 3rd or higher course in a sequence. The final course in the sequence must be selected from the STEM career cluster. • (B) A total of 5 credits in math by successfully completing Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and 2 additional math courses for which Algebra II is a prerequisite • (C) A total of 5 credits in science by successfully completing biology, chemistry, physics, and 2 additional science courses • (D) In addition to Algebra II, Chemistry, and Physics, a coherent sequence of 3 additional credits from no more than 2 of the areas listed in (A), (B), and(C).

25. Multidisciplinary Studies Endorsement • Allows our scholars to select courses from each endorsement area and earn credits in a variety of advanced courses from multiple content areas sufficient to complete the distinguished level of achievement. • A student may earn a Multidisciplinary Studies endorsement by completing foundation and general endorsement requirements and: • (A) 4 advanced courses that prepare a student to enter the workforce successfully or postsecondary education without remediation from within1 endorsement area or among endorsement areas that are not in a coherent sequence • (B) 4 credits in each of the four foundation subject areas to include English IV and Chemistry and/or Physics • (C) 4 credits in AP, IB, or dual credit selected from English, Math, Science, Humanities, Economics, LOTE, or Fine Arts

26. THEATRE I ~ MYP Theatre helps to teach scholars 21st Century Skills which will prepare them to be college ready. They will be expected to learn/use the following: • Critical Thinking/Problem Solving • Communication • Collaboration • Creativity • Innovation • Information, Media, Communication, & Technology Literacy • Flexibility & Adaptability • Initiative & Self-Direction • Social & Cross-Cultural Skills • Productivity & Accountability • Leadership & Responsibility • Theatre is a byproduct & partner to your scholar’s core classes & is the first step in your scholar’s success for the IB Diploma and AP Exams. • Scholars will be expected to: • Use internet/computers on a regular basis • Complete hands on experience related to theatre out side of the classroom both as actor & tech/theatre business. • Attend live performances • Analyze, Write & produce shows/reviews

27. GRADE 9 IB MATHS - GEOMETRY Objectives/Grading Criteria: A. Knowledge & Understanding quizzes, exams, exit tickets B. Investigating Patterns constructions, investigations C. Communication oral quiz, written report/task D. Real-World Context application problem, project Ms. Saki L. Milton geometry | geometría | géométrie • Expectations: Be open-minded, be prepared, study, be proactive, be engaged, be inquisitive, BE YOU! • Topics: Congruency of triangles and circles, proofs, measurement, lines and angles • Supplies: Compass, protractor, composition notebook, grid paper, pencil

28. GEOMETRY COURSE OVERVIEW 6 Units 4-6 week plan of study Key Concepts: form logic relationships Statement of Inquiry: 1 clear and conscise sentence that sums up the big idea Related Concepts: change systems justification pattern simplification equivalence measurement quantity space generalization model representation system Global Contexts: identities & relationships orientation in space & time personal & cultural expression scientific & technical innovation globalization & sustainability fairness & development

29. 9th Grade Spanish Class (quick) Overview • Although we will be practicing all components of the language (reading, writing, listening, speaking), this is a writing intensive course. • Scholars are expected to write 300-400 words with proper usage of the language by the end of the school year. Examples of writing include: • Writing short narratives • Write Journal entries • Write proper emails/correspondence • Write a 2-4 essay • Quizzes will be given every class. • Exams will be given after each unit is completed. • Everything taught is cumulative and subject to be assessed at any time. • Expectations of the students • Scholars need to study every night. • Native Speakers – writing and reading can be challenging and you will need the same amount of time studying as a non-native speaker. • As IB learners we strive to represent all 10 attributes of the IB learning profile: -Scholars are expected to take responsibility for their own learning. If absent, you are responsible to make up the work/find what work was missed. -Come to class prepared with all materials. -Take class notes daily and be prepared to ask questions and have class discussions. -If the scholar has any questions or concerns, I expect the scholar to contact me right away. This can be done in person or via email.

30. Biology Items needed • Binder for saving notesand tests • Pencils (as we use pencils more often than pens) • Lab journal Overview • MYP Bio is designed to introduce biology and important biological issues. Emphasis is placed on inquiry based labs and abilities to make inferences regarding data using various techniques. Topics range from biomolecules to ecology with evolution as the theme driving change within these systems. • To become an educated citizen who can make evaluations based on evidence

31. GRADE 9 IB LANGUAGE A Ms. Britney Fletcher English • Expectations: Be open-minded, be prepared, study, be proactive, be engaged, be inquisitive, BE YOU! • Topics: Communication, Social, Self-management, Research, and Thinking • Supplies: Composition notebook, pencil, highlighter, dictionary Objectives/Grading Criteria: A. Analyzing- analysis, investigations B. Organizing – brainstorming techniques C. Producing text - essays D. Using language – appropriate vocabulary, sentence structure, and grammar

32. LANGUAGE A COURSE OVERVIEW 7 Units 3-5 week plan of study Key Concepts: Communication Connection Creativity Culture Statement of Inquiry: 1 clear and conscise sentence that sums up the big idea Related Concepts: Audience Context Purpose Bias Theme Argument Sylistic Choices Voice Inference Idiom Empathy Point of View Global Contexts: identities & relationships orientation in space & time personal & cultural expression globalization & sustainability fairness & development

33. Grade 9 – AP Human GeographyYear 4 – Individuals and Societies • Objectives/Grading Criteria: A: Knowledge and Understanding B: Investigating C: Communication D: Thinking Critically Types of Summative Assignments: • Traditional Tests • Free Response Questions (FRQs) • Group Projects • Papers (500 – 1,500 Words) Mr. Gregory Peebles • Expectations: Be an inquirer, be reflective, be a communicator in class and with your teacher. Scholars will own their grade. • Topics: Nature and Perspectives on Geography, Population Geography, Cultural Patterns and Processes, Political Organization of Space, Agricultural and Rural Land Use, Industrialization and Economic Development, and Cities and Urban Land Use • Supplies: Notebook, AP Prep Book, Flash Cards, Summer Reading Book (Salt by Mark Kurlansky)

34. 7 Units Semester 1 – 4 Units Semester 2 – 3 Units AP Requirements Scholars will be assessed using AP requirements to assess their preparation for the capstone AP test in May IB Requirements Scholars will be continuously formatively asses throughout the Unit with at least one summative assessment at the end of each unit Key Concepts • Change • Global Interactions • Time, Place, and Space • Systems Related Concepts • Causality • Culture • Disparity and equity • Diversity • Globalization • Management and Intervention • Networks • Patterns and Trends • Power • Processes • Scale • Sustainability

35. Professional Communications • Purpose of Class: To develop literacy, design and process skills, research skills, and presentation skills • Unit 1: How to Succeed in School • Unit 2: Design (Projects, Problem-Solving, and Research) • Unit 3: Best Version of Myself • Unit 4:Debate • Unit 6: Backwards planning for Life • Unit 7: Interview and Resumé • Unit 8: Review Project • Unit 9: Inquiry and Connecting Design Cycle to Personal project

36. Professional Communications Materials Binder Functioning E-mail USB Trifold boards (2-3/year) • Attitude • Spirit of Curiosity • Willingness to Engage in Discussion • Willingness to Conduct Research