This document provides information for 8th grade students and their families about registering for courses at West Potomac High School for the upcoming school year. It begins with an agenda for the evening that includes introductions and breakout sessions on academics and electives. The document then reviews graduation requirements, describes the standard and advanced diploma tracks, and lists course options for core academic subjects, electives, world languages, and physical education. It provides details on the online course selection process and important dates for course registration and changes. The goal is to help incoming freshmen make informed decisions about their academic schedule for 9th grade.
9 November 2012 - Presentation to the PSA by Nicole Duhig Careers and College Counsellor at Prem Tinsulanonda International School in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Oxford Area School District and Cecil College, in partnership, established an Early College Academy that enables students the opportunity to receive a high school diploma and an associate degree concurrently. Students, through a cohort approach, are scheduled for courses that fulfill the requirements of both the high school and the college. Attendees received an overview of the Early College Academy program including how students are provided with career awareness, college level study, and community support while they pursue the initial steps of their post-secondary education before high school completion. In addition, presenters detailed a cost effective plan for students, progressively rigorous curriculum, and implemented student supports that allow students to be competitive after high school.
9 November 2012 - Presentation to the PSA by Nicole Duhig Careers and College Counsellor at Prem Tinsulanonda International School in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Oxford Area School District and Cecil College, in partnership, established an Early College Academy that enables students the opportunity to receive a high school diploma and an associate degree concurrently. Students, through a cohort approach, are scheduled for courses that fulfill the requirements of both the high school and the college. Attendees received an overview of the Early College Academy program including how students are provided with career awareness, college level study, and community support while they pursue the initial steps of their post-secondary education before high school completion. In addition, presenters detailed a cost effective plan for students, progressively rigorous curriculum, and implemented student supports that allow students to be competitive after high school.
To be considered college ready, students must complete the A-G Requirements. This presentation includes required and suggested high school coursework for students to be ready for college.
For the latest free CDE seminar we were very pleased to welcome Jon Bellum, Provost and Senior Vice-President at Colorado State University-Global Campus, to Senate House to talk about a case study for retention in online learning.
Colorado State University-Global Campus is a 100% online public institution focused on providing adults with career-relevant bachelor’s and master’s degrees. A university wide retention and persistence program was designed to provide its non-traditional students with the support they needed throughout the student lifecycle. Since implementing this process improvement, CSU-Global has been able to maintain first-to-third term retention rates that exceed 80% and a four-year retention/graduation rate that exceeds 75%.
The presentation ran through the processes involved in implementing this programme and reviewed the outcomes.
The slides and seminar is of interest to anyone involved in developing courses for online or flexible delivery – audio for the session can be found at www.cde.london.ac.uk.
Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
The Indian economy is classified into different sectors to simplify the analysis and understanding of economic activities. For Class 10, it's essential to grasp the sectors of the Indian economy, understand their characteristics, and recognize their importance. This guide will provide detailed notes on the Sectors of the Indian Economy Class 10, using specific long-tail keywords to enhance comprehension.
For more information, visit-www.vavaclasses.com
This is a presentation by Dada Robert in a Your Skill Boost masterclass organised by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan (EFSS) on Saturday, the 25th and Sunday, the 26th of May 2024.
He discussed the concept of quality improvement, emphasizing its applicability to various aspects of life, including personal, project, and program improvements. He defined quality as doing the right thing at the right time in the right way to achieve the best possible results and discussed the concept of the "gap" between what we know and what we do, and how this gap represents the areas we need to improve. He explained the scientific approach to quality improvement, which involves systematic performance analysis, testing and learning, and implementing change ideas. He also highlighted the importance of client focus and a team approach to quality improvement.
We all have good and bad thoughts from time to time and situation to situation. We are bombarded daily with spiraling thoughts(both negative and positive) creating all-consuming feel , making us difficult to manage with associated suffering. Good thoughts are like our Mob Signal (Positive thought) amidst noise(negative thought) in the atmosphere. Negative thoughts like noise outweigh positive thoughts. These thoughts often create unwanted confusion, trouble, stress and frustration in our mind as well as chaos in our physical world. Negative thoughts are also known as “distorted thinking”.
Students, digital devices and success - Andreas Schleicher - 27 May 2024..pptxEduSkills OECD
Andreas Schleicher presents at the OECD webinar ‘Digital devices in schools: detrimental distraction or secret to success?’ on 27 May 2024. The presentation was based on findings from PISA 2022 results and the webinar helped launch the PISA in Focus ‘Managing screen time: How to protect and equip students against distraction’ https://www.oecd-ilibrary.org/education/managing-screen-time_7c225af4-en and the OECD Education Policy Perspective ‘Students, digital devices and success’ can be found here - https://oe.cd/il/5yV
Students, digital devices and success - Andreas Schleicher - 27 May 2024..pptx
Rising 9th grade curriculum powerpoint 1 13 final
1. Welcome Class of 2024!!
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2. Welcome Class of 2024!!
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Tonight’s Agenda
• 6:00-6:55pm
• Welcome/Introductions
• Overview of Academic Advising
• 7:05 – 8:30pm
• Curriculum Breakout Sessions – Quander Rooms
• Electives Open House - Cafeteria
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Objectives of this Presentation
• To learn about the 2020-21 Academic Advising Process
• To review Graduation Requirements and where to find
them
• To discuss online course selection and identify where
resources can be located to navigate course selection
via your StudentVue account
• Share important information regarding upcoming
events and dates related to academic advising
7. Resource for Academic Advising
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• WPHS Student Services Website
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• Graduation requirements are based on the year
you entered high school.
• To review this requirements for your grade level,
visit our online course catalog on West Potomac
Website
9. Standard Diploma
Requirements
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Standard Diploma Requirements for Students entering 9th grade for
first time in 2019-20 and beyond
Subject Standard Credits Verified Credits
English 4 2
Math 3 1
Laboratory Science 3 1
History and Social Sciences 3 1
Health and Physical Education 2
World Language, Fine Arts, or Career and
Technical Education 2
Economics and Personal Finance(virtual course) 1
Electives 4
AP, Honors, or Career and Technical
Education Credential
First Aid/CPR/AED Training (via PE 9)
Total Credits 22 5
10. Advanced Studies Diploma Requirements
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Advanced Diploma Requirements for Students entering 9th grade for
first time in 2019-20 and beyond
Subject Standard Credits Verified Credits
English 4 2
Math 4 1
Laboratory Science 4 1
History and Social Sciences 4 1
Health and Physical Education 2
World Language 3 or 2/2
Fine Arts or Career and Technical Education 1
Economics and Personal Finance(virtual course) 1
Electives 3
AP, Honors, or Career and Technical
Education Credential
First Aid/CPR/AED Training (via PE 9)
Total Credits 26 5
11. Academic Advising 2020-21
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• What is it?
• Process to select your 7 classes for 2020-21
• Why is it important?
• Determines staffing at WPHS to ensure you get the classes
you select
• Class changes are never a guarantee! So take time to
make these important decisions.
• Visit Student Service website for more course
information!
12. Academic Advising Process
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• 8th Graders will meet with a HS
and MS counselor Tuesday
January 14- Friday January 17
through their PE Class.
• During this meeting students will
choose their courses via their
StudentVue account.
• After that meeting their choices
will be locked and any changes
must be made by a
parent/guardian email to the HS
alpha counselor.
• HS counselor contact information
is available on the WPHS website.
13. Traditional 9th Grade Schedule
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• Students select 7 classes for next year
• English 9 or Honor English 9
• World Hist/Geog 1 or Honors World Hist/Geog 1
• Math Course
• Environmental Science or Biology/Biology Honors
• PE 9
• World Language or Elective
• Elective
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• Algebra 1 Part 1 and Algebra 1 (double-block)
Algebra 1 Part 1 is an elective credit
• Algebra 1/Algebra 1 HN
• Geometry/Geometry HN
• Algebra 2/Algebra 2 HN
Teacher feedback is very important!
Typical 9th Grade ScheduleMath Options for Rising 9th
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• Biology Honors
• Individual Research Project (Ex: Science Fair) is a requirement
for the class!
• Environmental Science
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• French
• German
• Latin
• Spanish
• Spanish for Fluent Speakers (class designed for
student with a background in Spanish or who speak
Spanish at home).
Teacher feedback is important for upper levels!
World Languages
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Health and
Physical Education
• PE 9
• 2 quarter of Health
• 2 Quarters of Physical Education
• PE 9 is a PREREQUISITE for PE 10 (Drivers Ed)
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Special Education
•Middle School Case Manager makes
recommendations based on the
student’s IEP
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ESOL – English Speakers of other Languages
• Middle School ESOL Dept. collaborates with our
High School ESOL Department
• Courses determined by the ESOL level
• WIDA testing Jan/Feb – prepare and do your best!
• West Potomac ESOL Counselor: Mr. Arroyo
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Economics and Personal Finance
• Multiple ways to complete this requirement
• Traditional EPF course (612000)
• AP Micro/Macro Economics
• Self-paced EPF as 8th course/summer course (Registration
now open online!)
• Fee associated with course (with sliding scale available)
• Online EPF (full course) – summer
• Summer Class fees apply
• Consider all options in determining what is best for you
• We encourage course in 11th/12th grade
• Wise Test – counts for CTE Credential Requirement for
Standard Diploma – make sure to take it!
21. New this year - Online Course Selection
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• Course selection in StudentVue for 2020-21 is now
live and can be accessed under “Course Request.”
• Course selection cannot be done through the app –
it must be via a computer web browser.
• After meeting with your counselor your selections
will be “locked.” Any changes would need to go
through your counselor.
• Parents/Guardians can see course selections in
ParentVue.
22. How to Enter your Course Requests
in SIS
1- Log in to your SIS StudentVue account:
https://sisstudent.fcps.edu/
23. How to Enter your Course Requests
in SIS
1. On the left side bar, select
2. To enter course requests: click
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Viewing Course Requests in ParentVUE
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What is the Advanced Academics Program?
Rigorous academic studies
Open access to all students
Academic exploration and knowledge beyond the standard
course of study
Require dedication of time and individual effort beyond the
school day
College preparatory (Honors) and college-level (AP) courses
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Honors Courses
College preparatory courses offered to either prepare
students for AP Courses or where a comparable AP course
does not exist.
Students who do well in Honors courses have a foundation
for doing well in AP and college courses.
Have a +0.5 weighted grade overall.
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Advanced Placement
College-level courses offered in high school. Reflect what is
taught in top introductory college courses
AP Exams—standardized exams that measure how well
students have mastered college-level course work, taken in
May. (Some classes also have an SOL.)
Have a +1.0 weighted grade overall (upon successful
completion of the course and AP exam.)
Dual Enrollment courses also are weighted 1.0
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Things to keep in mind:
• Talk with teachers both tonight and current
classroom teacher
• Discuss student interest/motivation
• Review overall workload of seven courses
• Balance with other commitments (extra-curricular
activities, family time, leisure, etc.)
• Time management and organizational skills are
important
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Student Wellness
• It is important to keep overall wellness in mind
during academic advising season
• Talk with your child – balancing rigor, activities, and
overall wellness
• Review how current year is going, compared to
previous years
• Think about what next year might include? Leading
a club? Applying to college?
32. Dates to Remember
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• January 14-17 – HS/MS Counselor meetings at SMS via
PE Classes
• After that meeting, courses are locked in StudentVue
and changes can be sent by Parent/Guardian to HS
Alpha counselor
• March 9 – Deadline for changes – WPHS begins staffing
process
• No request for changes March 10 – April 3
• Changes accepted on a space available basis from April
14 – May 15
• No Changes after May 15, 2020
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What’s next??
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Thank you and Go Wolverines!!
Editor's Notes
Hello Wolverine Class of 2024! This is Mr. McMahon West Potomac HS Director of Student Services and I’m excited to share with you important information as you prepare to select your courses next year.
HOLLY – Opening – introduction of the evening. Turn over to Michelle Weech for Advanced Academics
Tangy is going to stop in to say hello at some point and she can do the next two slides
HOLLY – Opening – introduction of the evening. Turn over to Michelle Weech for Advanced Academics
Tangy is going to stop in to say hello at some point and she can do the next two slides
This is an important presentation that will outline to process to select your courses online via your StudentVue account. The first step on your journey ahead. The mural on this slide is the first thing you see when you walk into West Potomac Student Services. A great representation on the unique journey you each have over the coming four years until Graduation.
Principal Welcome
McMahon
Two main types of diplomas. This outlines the standard diploma. As you can see there are four credits required for English while 3 credits required of the other core classes – Math, Science and Social Studies.
Students need to earn 22 standard credits and 5 verified credits.
You each a standard credit when you pass a class. You earn a verified credit when you pass an SOL.
EPF – can satisfy Virtual Course and Industry Certification requirement
Last two requirements are check boxes not credits
This slide outlines the advanced diploma requirements – the numbers in red highlight changes when you compare this diploma with the standard diploma.
For example there is a World Language requirement with the advanced diploma as well as a requirement for an extra year of Social Studies, Science and Math
Wide range of skill levels
Teacher recommendation is critical to finding the right placement
Environmental Science – new 9th grade science offering
More hands on, problem based learning environment
Foundational course that gives additional science preparation before Biology.
Real world science application
No SOL
Biology
Heavier reading course than E.S.
SOL
Biology Honors
Science Honors classes require the Science Fair project (students can still participate in Science Fair in on-level but are not required to)
SOL
Teacher recommendation for upper level World Language courses is important
- You are able to repeat if you are struggling and want to do your current language class again next year.
- Reminder: FCPS requires two years of Health/PE for graduation
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Use the West Potomac Course Offerings List to search for the course by the number.
If you accidentally add a course you are not interested in taking, you can remove it by selecting the “remove” option.
Log into ParentVUE and click on “Course Request”
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Discuss how classes get locked.
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Emphasize how important it is to choose the right courses now – if you try to switch your courses after the school year begins it may not be available
Most important slide of the night – let’s definitely say that!
It’s all about wellness and balance.
Emphasize how important it is to choose the right courses now – if you try to switch your courses after the school year begins it may not be available
Course selection sheet is given to counselor during advising meeting
Make sure to select 7 courses and include 2 alternate electives on course selection sheet
Once the school year begins, cannot drop Honors/AP course for the first quarter (importance of finding the right placement now)
