4. What Blended Learning IS:What Blended Learning IS:
Combination of face-to face and online learning
environment
Best of both worlds
Offers the support of a highly qualified Southgate
Teacher
Offers flexibility of an online environment
Our Teachers-Our Curriculum-Our Kids!
5. What Blended Learning is NOT:What Blended Learning is NOT:
Easier
A way to learn computer skills
For students who struggle in an 100% face to face
environment
For students struggle with reading and writing at grade
level
For students who do not ask for help
6. Fall of 2014 Blended Learning OfferingsFall of 2014 Blended Learning Offerings
Grade Nine: Biology
Grade Ten: US History, Chemistry and/or Physics
Grade Eleven: Literature of Mythology, Chemistry, and/or
Physics
Grade Twelve: British Literature
Electives: French 2, Spanish 2, Living Well (Health),
Business Management and Technology (BAMO),Web
Programming
7. Is this your Child?Is this your Child?
Tech savvy, excellent word processor, uses email applications, web browsers and can
download apps and plug-ins
Rarely needs reminders or assistance with completing assignments
Great study habits
Self-directed and motivated and doesn’t need face to face for basic directions
Has daily access to computers and high speed internet
Can balance sports, clubs, work and school
Interested in the course
Reads at grade level and has demonstrated success with writing
Can seek assistance virtually and face to face to get questions answered
8. If so….If so….
1. Students meeting this criteria should take the
Online Readiness Survey this week.
2. Complete all registration materials for tomorrow.
3. Students will be notified if they have been selected
for the Blended Learning Course and will complete
the Blended Learning Registration Process.
9. Guidance CounselorsGuidance Counselors
Lisa O’Connor – Counselor Class 2015Lisa O’Connor – Counselor Class 2015
Steve Oxer – Counselor Class 2016Steve Oxer – Counselor Class 2016
Kristin Stewart – Counselor Class 2017Kristin Stewart – Counselor Class 2017
Dawn Olson – Counselor Class 2018Dawn Olson – Counselor Class 2018
10. AHS Semester Schedule
Two Semesters - Class Change in JanuaryTwo Semesters - Class Change in January
Six Classes (0.5 credit each)Six Classes (0.5 credit each)
12 total classes (6.0 credits per year)12 total classes (6.0 credits per year)
11. Michigan Merit CurriculumMichigan Merit Curriculum
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSGRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Core RequirementsCore Requirements
English Language ArtsEnglish Language Arts 4.0 credits4.0 credits
MathMath 4.0 credits4.0 credits
Social StudiesSocial Studies 3.0 credits3.0 credits
Class 2015 – 3.5 CreditsClass 2015 – 3.5 Credits
ScienceScience 3.0 credits3.0 credits
Class 2015 – 3.5 CreditsClass 2015 – 3.5 Credits
12. Michigan Merit CurriculumMichigan Merit Curriculum
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTSGRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Physical Education and Living Well HealthPhysical Education and Living Well Health 1.0 credit1.0 credit
Arts (visual, performing, applied) VPAAArts (visual, performing, applied) VPAA 1.0 credit1.0 credit
Foreign Language (Equiv. of 2 years)Foreign Language (Equiv. of 2 years) 2.0 credits2.0 credits
Not Required for Class of 2015Not Required for Class of 2015
Class ofClass of 2015 needs 25 credits2015 needs 25 credits
Class ofClass of 2016 needs 23.5 credits2016 needs 23.5 credits
Class ofClass of 2017 needs 22 credits2017 needs 22 credits
Class ofClass of 2018 needs 22 credits2018 needs 22 credits
14. NCAA Eligibility CenterNCAA Eligibility Center
If you are planning to participate in Div. I
and Div. II college athletics
See page 2 of your Course Description Guide
Choose coursework with the NCAA logo
Register at www.eligibilitycenter.org or
www.playnaia.org by the beginning of your
junior year
15. Everything you do is
important!
We are here to help!
You need to plan well
You need to choose wisely
Ask Questions
Southgate Anderson High School
16. Career & Tech EducationCareer & Tech Education
DCTC DCTC DCTC DCTC DCTC DCTC
See Page 5 of the Curriculum guide
Two year Commitment beginning 11th
grade
,
Downriver Career Technical Consortium
WELCOME Rod Hopper
Parents: This is nothing like the Home Ec. or Shop
classes you took when you were in high school…
these are AMAZING opportunities for our students!
Visit www.dctc-cte.org
17. DCTC Career and TechnicalDCTC Career and Technical
Education ProgramsEducation Programs
Business Services and Technology; Marketing; Accounting/FinanceBusiness Services and Technology; Marketing; Accounting/Finance
Alternative Energy TechnologyAlternative Energy Technology
EMT and Criminal Justice EMT and Criminal Justice
Architectural Drafting; CAD; Engineering Drafting; Drafting and Design Architectural Drafting; CAD; Engineering Drafting; Drafting and Design
Auto Body / Collision Repair and Auto Services TechnologyAuto Body / Collision Repair and Auto Services Technology
Furniture and Cabinet Making Furniture and Cabinet Making
Digital Media/Video Productions; Graphic CommunicationsDigital Media/Video Productions; Graphic Communications
AviationAviation
Technology Health Sciences Occupations; Pharmacy TechnicianTechnology Health Sciences Occupations; Pharmacy Technician
Dental Occupations Dental Occupations
Construction Trades; Heating/Ventilation/Cooling Construction Trades; Heating/Ventilation/Cooling
Intro to Education; Child Care ServicesIntro to Education; Child Care Services
Hospitality / Culinary Arts Hospitality / Culinary Arts
Cosmetology Cosmetology
WeldingWelding
Many programs include college
credit articulation!
Go to www.dctc-cte.org
18. Educational Development Plan
How do I fit all those requirements in ?!?
Map them out using page 9 in the Course Description
Guide
Talk to adults, students, and teachers for advice
Review Career Cruising results to aid in picking
electives
19. Scheduling SheetsScheduling Sheets
NameName
Career PathwayCareer Pathway
Some classes already determinedSome classes already determined
Teacher signature if applicableTeacher signature if applicable
Choose ElectivesChoose Electives
Select AlternatesSelect Alternates
Parent and Student SignatureParent and Student Signature
Due to Counseling Office March 21Due to Counseling Office March 21stst
20. Important RemindersImportant Reminders
Discuss class choices with son or daughter.
Choose classes wisely
Pick classes based on YOUR OWN interests
(not your friends)
Changes Discouraged
Schedules will be assigned if selection sheet is not
turned in in a timely manner
21. Questions?Questions?
How to find the curriculum guide:How to find the curriculum guide:
www.southgateschools.comwww.southgateschools.com
Select Anderson High SchoolSelect Anderson High School
Click on Counseling DeptClick on Counseling Dept
Choose the link “Course Guide”Choose the link “Course Guide”
22. THANK YOU PARENTSTHANK YOU PARENTS
For granting us the privilege ofFor granting us the privilege of
educating your child!educating your child!
We are excited for the 2014–We are excited for the 2014–
2015 school year!2015 school year!
