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Part 1: Academic review
Our first few slides will review graduation plans for the Class of 2019. The three columns on the next slide list the requirements for the three graduation plans available to students in the Class of 2019. For more details please refer to page 7 in the online course catalog.
The next slide lists the five endorsements from which students may choose. An endorsement is a series of four or five courses in an area of study. Completion of those courses will earn an endorsement attached to the Foundations Graduation Plan. For more detail please refer to pages 26 and 27 in the online course catalog.
The third slide lists Performance Acknowledgements which may also be earned by students. These Performance Acknowledgements will be listed on the student’s transcript upon completion.
LAKE TRAVIS ISD & FOUNDATION PLAN
page 7 of Course Catalog
Arts and Humanities
Business and Industry
S.T.E.M.Science,
Technology, Engineering and
Math
Public Services
Multidisciplinary
Studies
Endorsements
page 26-27 of Course Catalog
Performance Acknowledgements
After meeting the requirements of the Foundation High School Program, students may also earn a
Performance Acknowledgement for outstanding performance:
In dual credit courses (12 + hours with grades of 80 or higher)
In bilingualism and biliteracy (specific requirements apply)
On an AP Exam (score of 3 or higher)
Outstanding performance on the PSAT, the ACT-Plan, the SAT, or the ACT
With a business or industry certification or license (based on exam performance)
Diplomas and transcripts will indicate any earned Performance Acknowledgements.
Grade Point Calculation
Beginning with the Class of 2019, the Lake Travis Independent School District has made changes to the process for grade point calculation. For detailed discussion please see pages 16 – 18 in the online course catalog.
Grade Point Average “The Multiplier”
More information on GPA Policy can be found in Course Catalog (pages 16-18).
Course selection process for 2016-2017 school year will begin
in January. CAVALIER Showcase provides both students and parents an opportunity to explore courses and areas of study. January 6, 2016. Save the Date9th and 10th grade parent meeting to review the course choice process will be one week later on
January 13, 6:30 pm. Save the DateStudents will complete course choice sheets and
choose courses on CAREER CRUISING.Students and Parent may access
CAREER CRUISING now via the Counseling website. Revisit the Four Year Plan at any time.
EligibilityFirst check at 6 weeks ( October 2) and then every 3 weeks for the remainder of
the year. Calendar at Counseling.
At first Lose period (Oct 2) must be passing each subject.
At the next Gain period (Oct 23) must be passing all subjects to regain eligibility.
Waivers: AP –failing grades always waived.
PAP/Honors- may receive one waiver per subject per semester. Waiver is reported
by Coach. No form.
Tutorials
Students are encouraged to see their teachers for extra help if they are struggling with a concept or if they have been absent and need to make up work. Tutorials are held after school on Tuesdays and Thursday by department. Please see the website for details. Students may also meet with their teachers during CAVS Time by appointment. Email or speak to a teacher during class for an appointment.
http://www.laketravis.txed.net/Page/28150
Tutorials Departmental Tutorials
4:00-5:00 p.m.T, TH
CAV-Time!
11:35-12:08 p.m.M, W, F
Student must schedule this in
advance with teacher.
https://laketravis.schoology.com/login
Clubs and Activities
Clubs and Activities are a great way to meet new people, meet people with common interests, or to give back to our learning community through service.
Clubs
Visit LTHS website: http://ltisdschools.org
Click on tab, “Activities”
Click on link, “Clubs”
Upcoming Events & Information
We will be using “Remind” to give updates on helpful information & upcoming meetings/events.
Please visit: https://www.remind.com/
To join… Text to: 81010 In message, type: @ltc2019
Constant Contact
Parents and students may sign up for Constant Contact on the high school webpage both on the main web page for general school information and also on the Counseling webpage for counseling specific topics.
Scroll to the bottom of the pages and complete the sign up. Blast are sent with information during the week.
Upcoming Events
PSATProvided by Kaplans Test Prep.
Wednesday, October 14 @ 8:45 – 1:30
This will be a practice test formatted in the NEW SAT style.
Ninth student tests will be returned to Kaplans for scoring. Kaplans will report scores to parents
via email. Phone consultation regarding score reports will be available with Kaplan’s staff.
Part II
Managing and Parenting
Teens
What is our goal for our teens?
We are raising independent Adults
who will take care of theirown business.
In just four short years…
Your ninth grader will be graduating and heading out to live on his or her own. What independent living skills will each student need to be independent. Fill out the following chart with activities that you provide, things that your child is working to accomplish and then those things that your child can handle on his or her own. Your goal is to move all activities to the child’s column. How are you doing?
Gradual Growth to Independence
Parent Transition Child
Financing Life 100% Financing Life 80% Financing Life 100%
Care of Clothing
Personal Grooming
Maintaining Personal Space
Cooking a Meal; Cleanup
School work
Move every activity to the Child’s Column!!
Parent Transition Child
Financing Life 100% Financing Life 80% Financing Life 100%
Care of Clothing
Personal Grooming
Maintaining Personal Space
Cooking a Meal; Cleanup
School work
Appointments
Transportation
Managing Money
College Applications
Insurance, Taxes
Ponder…
You will spend three times as much time with your children
as Adults as with your children as Children.
Reminder…
We are raising independent Adults
who will take care of theirown business.
One of the first activities
That kids should manage effectively is their school work. So let’s look at what is involved and determine who is responsible for which part.
Managing HomeworkThe Child The Parent The Teacher
*Know and understand homework policies.
*Bring assignments and materials home.
*Identify assignments to be completed.
*Organize time and materials.
*Independent completion of assignments.
*Return homework to the Classroom.
*Arrange for tutorials.
*Meet with teacher for questions.
*Create an environment conducive to study.
*Role model appropriate study habits.
*Know and understand school homework policies.
*Provide encouragement.
*Set limits and consequences for homework.
*Set grade expectations.
*Modify study time as necessary to support grade expectations.
*Establish homework policy.
*Provide meaningful homework.
*Evaluate student learning.
*Provide appropriate feedback.
*Set tutorial time and be available for reteach.
And furthermore…
Manage your teen’s study time as you would an employee. Limited emotion.
Don’t punish for failing grades. Supervise more time working on the work.
Don’t talk about it too much or get angry because then it becomes your fault.
Sometimes bright children have never really learned how to do homework prior to
high school. Like riding a bike they must figure out the balance.
There is a correlation between students who make A’s and
students who keep a set homework time.
Where to Study
The Brain needs to recognize the study habit. Not in the Kitchen – that is for eating. Not in the Bed – that is for sleeping. Not on the couch in front of the TV.
Establish the homework habit by completing homework in the same spot at the same time each day.
A Day/B Day
Complete A Day homework on A Dayand
B Day homework on B Days.
Otherwise a student is waiting more than 24 hours and listening to 4 more classes of
instruction before they begin the assignment from the previous day.
Plus there is time to request a tutorial before the next class.
How to Request a Tutorial
The students should email to the teacher to ask if he or she can attend a morning
tutorial. Copy mom and dad on the request. Make the request at least 24 hours in
advance. If a student needs to hear the material in a different way or the teacher is not available
when the student is available, then go to another teacher who teaches the same
subject.
Parents, you may need to confirm attendance.
Do Not Do Your Kid’s Homework
If the grade standard you have set (be realistic!!) is being met then stay out of Homework Time unless you are asked.
Remember, you are raising an independent adult who will take care of his or her own
business.
Control your anxiety and perfectionism.
Is your child rested?
SLEEP!DepressionIrritability
ADDLimit blue screen time if sleeping is an
issue. Ninth graders should be in bed by 10:30 each night. Stop the homework by
then.
Structure for Teens
“Those things that hurt, instruct.”
Ben Franklin
2, 4, 13, 15Set boundaries!
“By age fifteen most teens and parents deserve each other.”
Foster KlineParenting Teens with Love and Logic
Split Personality Parenting
Setting homework guidelines and standards requires a Business Tone of Voice.
Limit the number of words you use. “You are going to be fine; ask if your have
questions. Good Luck!”
But Teenage Discipline requires that they fear you because you love them so much you will do crazy, crazy things. Like cancel their cell
phone and show up at school. Be in charge to keep them safe.
Drugs, Alcohol, and other Bad Behavior
Ask questions. Call the other parent. Ask specifically if
they will be home. No two 9th graders should be unsupervised.
If you must give an immediate answer then, ‘NO’. If you can have time to get more info then the answer may be yes.
Check their electronic devices. You are paying.
Tell them you are crazy and you will drug test them. Then do it. Be preemptive.
Other good (and positive) ideas…
Visit colleges now. Give them a view of where they are going.
Encourage working. Students who work part time make better grades.
Encourage and provide opportunities for service to others. Too much self
contemplation can lead to depression. Set a budget and don’t give them too much
stuff.
Born To Serve, Not To Shop
http://www.parentleadership.com/borntoserve.html
EMPOWER LT
Watch for this excellent programming and participate as often as you can.
Be an informed parent.
GO TO COLLEGE, CAVS!!The Ninth Grade Team
Darnell Horton – Asst [email protected]
512-533-7712Katy Staggs – 9th Grade Counselor
Susan Endendyk – Lead [email protected]
512-533-6149Kim Garrett - 504 Coordinator
QUESTIONS???
Thanks for coming!!
