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#BruinNation This year is gonna be !! Welcome Class of 2020!!!
#BruinNationThis year is gonna be !!
Welcome Class of
2020!!!
The Freshmen Academy
Mr. Craig James,
Assistant Principal
9th grade
Decisions Dictate Destiny
You have GREATNESS
Inside of YOU,
ACTIVATE IT!
Apply YOUrself
VS
Student Expectations
Bell Schedule:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday
1st BELL: 7:45 (lockers)
1st Block: 8:00am-9:25am
2nd Block: 9:31am-10:56am
3rd Block: 11:0am-12:40am1st Lunch: 11:06am-11:36am
2nd Lunch: 11:41am-12:11pm
4th Block: 12:45pm-2:10pm
5th Block: 2:15pm-3:35pm
Bell Schedule:
Tuesday ONLY
1st BELL: 7:45 (lockers)
1st Block: 8:00am-9:00am
2nd Block: 9:06am-10:06am
3rd Block: 10:16am-11:50am (lunch is during 3rd Block)
4th Block: 11:55am-12:55pm
5th Block: 1:00pm-2:00pm
School Counselor’s… what do they do?
School Counselorshelp people
Help themselves
Thinking Questions
• Do you have to have a problem or concern
to see the counselor?
• What are some reasons that someone
might go see the counselor?
Thinking Questions
Who would you go to, if you had problems such as…
1. Having problems understanding my teacher.2. What type courses should I take?3. What do colleges/universities or the workforce look for in an
individual?4. How do I get started with applying for colleges, scholarships or
interest in the military or the workforce? 5. If I am an athlete, what is expected of me?
Graduation Requirements
It is the responsibility of the
parent/guardian and student to see
that the student takes the correct
courses for graduation. While the
professional school counselor will
make every effort to correctly
advise students, ultimately the
parent/students are responsible.
Promotion to the 10th gradeStudent must earn a total of
• 5 units to include:
*1 English, *1 Mathematics,
– *REQUIRED
Promotion Policy
4 English units
4 Mathematics units
3 Science units
3 Social Studies units
1 P.E./JROTC unit
1 Keyboarding units
1 Foreign Language/CATE unit
7 Elective units
= 24 Total Units
9th Grade Schedule
9th Grade Schedule
INDIVIDUAL GRADUATION PLAN (IGP)
• What is the purpose of an IGP?
– The IGP helps the student plan high school courses based on career goals.
– Parents are highly encouraged to attend the IGP meeting. Parents play a vital role in their child’s high school success by assisting in course selection.
Career/Tech Prep
English Language Arts – 4 Units
Mathematics – 4 units[ Algebra I , Algebra II, ,Geometry,/or another Math]
Science – 3 Units[Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry]
Social Studies – 3 Units[World Geography or World History, US History, Economics, and Government.]
Foreign Language or CATE – 1 Unit
JROTC/ P.E. – 1 Unit
Computer Technology – 1 Unit[Keyboarding or Integrated Business Applications]
Electives – 7 Units
Total Units Required – 24
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College /Midland & Trident Technical College
College Prep Public Colleges & Universities
English Language Arts – 4 Units
Mathematics – 4 units[Algebra I , Algebra II , Geometry, Probability & Statistics/ or higher level math]
Science – 4 Units (3 Lab Science)
[Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Anatomy ]
Social Studies – 3 Units[World Geography or World History, US History, Economics, and Government.]
Foreign Language –2 Units[must be in the same area of study; some colleges require 3 units]
JROTC/ P.E. – 1 Unit
Computer Technology – 1 Unit[Keyboarding or Integrated Business Applications]
Electives – 7 Units (to include a fine arts)
South Carolina State University & University of South Carolina - Aiken
College Prep Independent Colleges & Universities
English Language Arts – 4 Units
Mathematics – 4 units
[Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and Probability & Statistics or higher level math]
Science – 4 Units (3 lab Science)
[Lab- Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy or AP Biology]
Social Studies – 3 Units[to include World Geography or World History, US History, Economics, and Government.]
Foreign Language/CATE –1 Unit
JROTC/ P.E. – 1 Unit
Computer Technology – 1 Unit[Keyboarding or Integrated Business Applications]
Electives – 7 Units
Claflin University & Charleston Southern University
most colleges/ universities look for additional
units in core academic courses
Examples of Recommended Electives
English – {AP Language/ English 101 – 102}
Math – {Pre- Calculus, Calculus}
Science - {Anatomy & Physics}
Social Studies - {Law Education, Psychology, Civics, Sociology}
Business – Integrated Business Application, Accounting, Fundamental of CAD
Art – Art, Chorus, Band, Music its’ Role
Foreign Languages
Course Expectations
If you have a particular question about a
course, see that teacher to find out more
about it.
Involve your parents – share and discuss
future options with them.
– take charge of your academic future!!!
EXPECTATIONS!
Service Learning – 25 hours Documented Time (principal approval)
• Get involved in things that interest you.
• Don’t over commit yourself; your level of involvement in the activities is important
• Develop yourself; work towards a leadership position.
Be Responsible and Respectful Remember you are Ladies and Gentlemen
Always Make Good Decisions
Attendance (it’s the law!)
• Attendance is a requirement to earn credits and graduation.
• Only allotted 5 unexcused absences per semester class and 10 unexcused absences per yearlong class
• Violators will receive FA (regardless of the grade).
If you have any questions or concerns,
please visit your Counselor
in the School Counseling Department–105
during your lunch or after school.
Johnerra O. Alford
803-516-6009
