Incoming Freshman Parent Night 2019

DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS

Jake McBride ~ A - D

Sandra Breeden ~ E - K

Staci Wayant~ L - R

Eric Baxter ~ S - Z

Laurie Derickson ~ College & Career

DCC HS Counselors

You will…● learn about the freshman year

● learn about freshman classes

● learn about DCC programs

● And, we’ll answer your questions!

○ Led by DCC Canyon Crew student leaders

○ Meet new friends through fun activities

○ Meet the administration and their teachers

○ Learn about class and teacher expectations

○ Find their way around school

Freshman Orientation Day First Day of School

What would be helpful to know?

● Credits● Graduation requirements● Higher Education Admission Requirements● Required Freshman Classes● Electives● Extracurricular Activities

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What are Credits?One semester of one

class?

One year long class?

F (fail)?CREDIT

NO CREDIT

= 1 credit

= 2 credits

= No Credit ☹

How many credits to graduate high school?

Graduation Requirements 8 English (Language & Literature) credits6 Mathematics credits

MYP Algebra 1 MYP Geometry

6 Social Science (Individuals & Societies) creditsMYP Civics & Law (1 Semester) MYP US History (Year)

6 Science credits2 World Language (Language Acquisition) credits (9th and 10th MYP)6 Core Elective credits

Additional English, Math, Humanities, Science, World Language1 Health credit3 P.E. credits1 Fine Arts credit

11 Elective credits50 Total

Graduation Requirements Students will also be required to demonstrate

proficiency in Math and English Language arts.

Colorado Higher Education Admission Requirements

Advanced Programming Opportunities9th and 10th grade

MYP is a comprehensive experience that prepares students

for success in both the traditional and upper level setting

in 11th and 12th grade. All MYP courses offer a rigorous

experience that aligns with the DCC mission statement and

beliefs. We also offer the following advanced courses for

Freshmen:

● Project Lead The Way H Biomedical Sciences

○ Must take with MYP Biology concurrently

● Project Lead The Way H Engineering Technology

○ Must be enrolled in at least Algebra I

● Project Lead the Way H Computer Science

○ Must have completed Algebra 1

Advanced Programming Opportunities11th and 12th grade

Diploma Program

Courses

Earn the International

Baccalaureate

Diploma

AP Courses Concurrent Enrollment

Students who take

Diploma Program

Courses are exposed

to content at a deeper

level and will be

prepared to take the

IB exam. Studies

show a positive

correlation between

students who score a

4 or higher on the IB

exam and post-

secondary success.

Students who take a

full Diploma Course

load and score a 24 or

above on their IB

exams are eligible for

the IB Diploma. These

students get a

comprehensive and

rigorous education

that prepares them to

enter selective or

more selective

universities.

Students who take

Advanced Placement

courses are exposed

to content at a deeper

level and will be

prepared for the AP

exam. Studies show a

positive correlation

between students who

score a 3 or higher on

the AP exam and

post-secondary

success.

Discovery Canyon and

Academy 20 partner

with Pikes Peak

Community College to

offer college level

classes, both on DCC

campus and the

college campus.

Through successful

completion of these

courses students earn

college credit and

potential college

certificates.

9th Grade Required ClassesMYP Freshman Language and Literature (Honors)

MYP Biology

Math – placed by current math teacher

MYP Civics & Law MYP Economics

French, Spanish & Mandarin Chinese

Health or Modified Health Introduction to PE

Elective Elective

Study Hall, Attendance Waiver or Elective

Study Hall, Attendance Waiver or Elective

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

ApplicationsCourse Curriculum GuideScheduling Presentations

Notice: ● Course Descriptions● Fees● Prerequisites● Grade level● Length of the course

DCC Counseling Web PageClick on Student Services (dial pad) >> Scheduling

Electives for 9th gradeVISUAL ARTS

Intro Art and Design (Sem)

Art 2 (Sem)

Ceramics 2

Photography 1 (Sem)

Comp Graphic Design 2 (Sem)

Digital Photography 2 (Sem)

COMPUTER/BUSINESS

Computer Apps 1 (Sem)

Computer Apps 2 (Sem)

It’s Your Business: An Introduction (Sem)

PLTW COMPUTER SCIENCE

H Computer Science Essentials (Yr)

PLTW ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

H Intro to Engineering Design (IED) (Yr)

ENGLISH ELECTIVES (Core credit)

Journalism (Sem)

Forensics/Speech/Debate 1 ® (Sem)

PERFORMING ARTS (Theatre)

Theatre 1 (Sem)

Theatre 2 (Sem)

Technical Theatre 1 ® (Sem)

PERFORMING ARTS (Vocal)

Class Voice ® (Sem)

ThorZmen (Men’s Choir) ® (Yr)

Rain (Women’s Choir) ® (Yr)

PERFORMING ARTS (Instrumental)

Beginning Music Theory (Sem)

Beginning Guitar (Sem)

Concert Band ® (Yr)

Percussion Techniques ® (Yr)

String Orchestra ® (Yr)

Symphonic Band ® (Yr)

PLTW H BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES

*Honors Princ of Biomedical Sciences (Yr)

AIR FORCE JUNIOR ROTC

Air Force JR ROTC 1 (Yr)

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Elementary School Helper Program ® (Sem)

Student Government (Senate) ® (Yr)

Teacher Assistant (.5 credits) ® (Sem)

Study Hall (No credit) ® (Sem)

® = Repeatable course

Courses requiring an Application or Audition

❖Air Force JROTC (AAHS) - application on website○ Deadline: Thursday, February 28th

❖Elementary School Helpers – application on website

❖Technical Theatre 1 - See Mrs. Keating for approval

❖Symphonic Band - audition, see current band teacher

❖Advanced choir - audition, see current choir teacher

● Students work on a 4-year plan of study located on their ICAP in Naviance Family Connection

● The 4-year plan:○ Is District and State mandated○ Helps students plan to meet graduation requirements○ Helps students prepare to meet college admission requirements○ Helps students plan for special programs such as the Area Vocational Program (AVP)

and Advanced Coursework at DCC ○ Prepares students to be successful in college and in life

○ Important: Students who would like to take a college class through Concurrent Enrollment will need to add that class in their Plan of Study in Naviance

Individual Career & Academic Plan

Extra Curriculars

Athletics

● Fall Sports begin August 12th● Look for communication in May about Summer camps