Welcome Class of 2018!
Objectives for the Evening:
Meet the Student Services DepartmentLearning as a focus and being prepared as
an outcomeWhat is different about high school?Diploma Types for Rising 9th GradersOverview of the Curriculum at Chantilly
Focus on Learning over Grades!
Understand the difference between homework and studying
Read what is assignedPersevere when things are difficultAsk for help as neededUnderstand the “why” Practice, Practice, PracticeThen…you will earn good grades
What do Chantilly Students do after Graduation?
69% matriculated to a four-year college or university
25% matriculated to a two-year school6% entered the workforce and/or
military
What does it mean to be College & Career Ready?
Virginia Department of Education (VDOE)Content Knowledge – 3 R’s
English (reading & writing) and Mathematics
Partnership for 21st Century SkillsSkills – 4 C’s
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Communication Collaboration Creativity & Innovation
Chantilly High School is committed to both!
VDOE Indicators of College Readiness Include:
(Prepared for credit-bearing courses)Successful completion of Algebra II and
ChemistryEarning Advanced Proficient scores on the
math, reading and writing SOL testEarning an Advanced Studies DiplomaParticipating in AP classes
What if the Standard Diploma is the Best Option for my Child?Successful completion of Algebra II and
ChemistryEarn Advanced Proficient scores on the
math, reading and writing SOL testTake math and science every yearEarn a B average in core classesIgnore the pecking order of rankingsChantilly Academy – certifications/training
No teams!We keep track of you through sub-schools!!
SUB-SCHOOL #1: A-GAZ
SUB-SCHOOL #2: GB-MEIJ
SUB-SCHOOL #3: MEIK-SAK
SUB-SCHOOL #4: SAL-Z
SCHOOL HOURS – 7:20am to 2:05pm
SHORTER DAY ON FRIDAY! – School starts at 7:56am. Buses
still come on time.
DIPLOMA TYPESSTANDARD
22 CREDIT DIPLOMA• English - 4• Social Studies - 4• Math – 3• Science – 3• PE – 2• World Language, Fine Arts/
CTE – 2• Econ/Personal Finance - 1• Electives – 3• Sequential electives required• 6 SOL/verified credits
ADVANCED26 CREDIT DIPLOMA
• English - 4• Social Studies - 4• Math – 4• Science – 4• PE – 2• World Language– 3• Econ/Personal Finance - 1• Fine Arts/CTE – 1• Electives – 3• 9 SOL/verified credits
English:English 9 English 9 HNs English 9 HNs Civ
Social Studies:World Hist. 1 World 1 HNs World 1 HNs Civ
Science:Biology Biology HNs (Science Fair Required)
MathematicsAlgebra 1 Part 1 & Algebra 1
(Double blocked class that takes place every day fulfills one math credit)
Algebra 1 Algebra 1 HNs (Repeating Alg. 1)
Geometry Geometry HNs
Algebra 2 Algebra 2 HNs
Please do NOT take a NEW math course in the summer!
FRESHMAN SCHEDULEREQUIRED CLASSES:
1. English 9 2. Math3. World History/Geography 14. Biology5. PE
YOUR CHOICE:6. World Language or elective7. Elective
SHOULD I TAKE AN HONORS CLASS?YES, IF I AM A STUDENT WHO:
Is currently earning an A or B+ in that subject. Is an independent learner.Loves the subject and wants to go more in depth in this area.Is a good note taker.Is self-disciplined.Is organized.Is an independent reader.Desires an academic challenge.Is willing to commit extra time.Consider the balance of your schedule and factor in outside
activities.Enjoys reading.
HONORS OVERVIEWIndependent research project is required for Honors
Biology.Honors World Civilization is a linked Honors English
and Honors World History 1 class. Literature and History overlap.
You have the option of taking Honors English and Honors World History 1 separately.
Independent reading is required.
HONORS OVERVIEW CONTINUEDYou must love reading – there is a lot of it.Most honors classes have a summer packet. Please
check the CHS Website in June for summer assignments.
Students will be tested on summer material at the beginning of the school year.
HONORS/AP MATRIX EXAMPLE
GEOMETRY HOMEWORK: 45 MINUTES A DAY 2-3 TESTS PER QUARTER 1 STUDY HOUR FOR TESTS MORE EXAMPLES & PRACTICE FOCUS ON ESSENTIAL SKILLS
GEOMETRY HN HOMEWORK: 1 HOUR A DAY 2-3 TESTS PER QUARTER 1-2 STUDY HOURS FOR TESTS SUMMER PACKET REQUIRED SUMMER PACKET TEST LOGIC UNIT APPLICATION OF GEOMETRY
CONCEPTS THROUGH PROOFS RETAIN CONCEPTS WITH MINIMAL
EXAMPLES 22 MORE TOPICS TAUGHT THAN IN
THE NON-HONORS CLASS
SHOULD I TAKE A WORLD LANGUAGE?
YES, IF I AM A STUDENT WHO:- Has good study habits.- Is willing to commit to spending time DAILY to studying the language. - Wants the Advanced Studies Diploma.*
*You can still earn the Advanced Diploma and WAIT until 10th grade to begin taking a World Language.
Chantilly Players
I am on stimulus overload – who do I
listen to?
Academic Advising Materialshttp://www.fcps.edu/ChantillyHS/StudentServices/Advising.shtml
On Line ResourcesCourse CatalogCourse Selection Sheet9th Grade ElectivesAP & Honors InformationFCPS Policies & Regulations
Curriculum Information
ELECTIVE HINTSOnly one elective spot in the schedule if you take a World Language.
Choose something fun that will allow you to explore your creativity and/or career interests.
The grade counts and will average into your GPA.
Use course booklet to get more information about the electives.
Choose wisely and carefully. Schedules CANNOT be changed in September.
IMPORTANT: CHOOSE TWO ALTERNATIVE ELECTIVES
9TH GRADE ELECTIVE CHOICESART:-STUDIO ART & DESIGN 1
-PHOTOGRAPHY
-COMPUTER GRAPHICS
BUSINESS:-INFORMATION SYSTEMS
-ADVANCED INFORMATION SYSTEMS
-DESIGN MULTIMEDIA
-PROGRAMMING
-WEB PAGE DEVELOPMENT
ENGLISH ELECTIVES-JOURNALISM
-FILM STUDY
-CREATIVE WRITING
-DEBATE
-SPEECH COMMUNICATION
-FORENSICS
WORLD LANGUAGE-FRENCH
-GERMAN
-LATIN
-SPANISH
-SPANISH FOR FLUENT SPEAKERS
9TH GRADE ELECTIVE CHOICESMARKETING-INTRO TO MARKETING
-FASHION MARKETING
MATH-COMPUTER SCIENCE
TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION-BASIC TECHNICAL DRAWING-DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY
MUSIC -BAND (WITH MARCHING BAND)
-BAND (WITHOUT MARCHING BAND)
-ORCHESTRA
-Choir
-GUITAR
-PIANO
-MUSIC THEORY
THEATRE-THEATRE 1-TECH THEATRE 1
Involvement in Student Activities
100 clubs and organizations20+ sport teams3 student publicationsPerforming arts (choir, band, orchestra, theatre)Visual artsChurch, scouts, community groups, etc.
Students that are involved perform better academically.
A time to reflect:
Celebrate What’s Right with the World.
Like Michaelangelo………………The Chantilly High School faculty and
staff………………….
See an angel in the stone and carve to set it free!
Or, in the words of Oscar Wilde
Be yourself. Everyone else is already taken!
Create a four-year plan based on your intellectual curiosity, talents, interests and post graduation plans.
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