Westwood High School 8 Grade Parent Information Night 2018 · 2018-02-09 · (cont. on back) Westwood High School 8th Grade Parent Information Night 2018 February 5, 2018: 6:00 p.m.-8:30

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Westwood High School

8th Grade Parent Information Night 2018 February 5, 2018: 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Agenda:

Welcome & Student Panel

Cafeteria, 6:00 p.m. -6:30 p.m.

*Upper classman will discuss what the transition to high school was like and give advice

on what students and parents can do to make the process easier

Course & Program Information Fair

Field House, 6:30 p.m. – 8:05 p.m.

*Open format, parents and students are able to walk around and ask questions

*A complete list of all booths are listed below

Academic Information Breakout Sessions

Various Locations, 6:50 p.m., 7:15 p.m. & 7:40 p.m.

*For each topic, the same material presented at all 3 sessions

*All topics/room #’s are listed below

Closing Presentation – Principal Mario Acosta

Cafeteria, 8:10 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Course & Program Information Fair Booths Computer Science Health Science Biomedical Science Animation

Engineering PE Jr.R.O.T.C Video Production

Biology Athletics Human Services, Fashion Design, Nutrition

Graphic Design/Digital Media

German Dance Math Business/Marketing/Finance

Latin Art Debate IB Programme

French Theater Journalism Architecture

Chinese Choir Excellence Fund PSTA

ASL Social Studies Academy Information Color Guard

Academic Information Breakout Sessions Topic Room #

English: Learn about the differences between English 1, Pre-AP English 1 and TAG English 1 E1303

Social Studies: Learn about the difference between World Geography, Pre-AP World Geography and IB Prep World Area Studies

E2201

Spanish: Learn about the different levels between Spanish 2 and pre-AP/IB Spanish 2 E1113

Accelerating Math: Questions are answered about accelerating the math course sequence 911

Single block VS Double block Algebra 1: Learn the differences between the 2 classes 918

Geometry: Differences between double block, single block, Pre-AP and TAG Geometry 903

Debate: Learn about the academic benefits of taking debate. Nationally ranked debate program, competitions, tournaments, and scholarships!

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Computer Science Course Sequence: Session to find out information about the different computer science classes we offer.

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ACC Dual Credit Info: Learn about the enrollment process, testing for college readiness, advising & registering for classes

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Transfer Students Information: If you are new to RRISD, then this is the session for you. Learn about graduation plans and the enrollment process timeline.

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Graduation plans: Session covers all the classes students need to take for graduation. If you want the information but don’t have time to stay for the session, a general flyer with details is attached to this handout.

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ROUND ROCK ISD GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Foundation Course

Requirements Distinguished Level of Achievement (DLA)

***this is the sequence of courses we recommend***

English Eng. I, 2, 3, 4 (4 credits)

Math Alg. I & 2, Geom. & Adv. Math (4 credits)

Science Bio., IPC or Adv. Sci., & 2 Adv. Sci.(4 credits)

Social Studies W. Geog, W. Hist, U.S. Hist., Govt/Econ. (4 credits)

Languages Other Than English (LOTE) Same language for 2years (2 credits)

Fine Arts Fine Arts (1 credit)

Physical Education Phys. Edu. (1 credit)

Electives Electives (7 credits)

Endorsements ***these are not additional classes, they classes are usually satisfied with the core and/or elective classes

>STEM >Business & Industry >Arts & Humanities >Public Service >Multidisciplinary

Cumulative Credits 27

Sample 4yr plan This is a sample of a basic plan. There are multiple routes to meet the requirements for graduation. You will work with your counselor at 1 on 1 conferences to select appropriate courses for your plan.

Sign up for Remind Text Message for the Class of 2022 Text this message @ww2022 to 81010

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Important Dates:

February 8-13: Counselors will be at Canyon Vista Middle School registering students February 14-15: Counselors will be at Grisham Middle School registering students

What to Consider When Choosing Classes for Next Year?

Balance! Life is more than just academics; it’s about friends, family, clubs, activities, volunteer work, etc.

If you overload yourself with too many high demanding classes, there could be negative consequences: -loss of sleep -lower grades overall, resulting in lower GPA -higher stress levels -might just have time for academics and no other extracurricular activities -might need to drop classes to lighten course load in the middle of semester resulting in losing credit and/or not having classes to move into

Colleges are looking at more than how many advanced levels you are taking. They look at the following: -level of difficulty of classes -grades and GPA -college entrance test scores -extracurricular activities -volunteer work -demonstrated Interest -letters of recommendation -writing samples

Remember when selecting classes that some of your electives require outside of school time. Between practices, games, and tournaments, your child could be spending a huge chunk of time on things besides school work during the average week. So keeping this in mind, there are only so many hours in the day for your students to go to school, complete homework, study, have fun, and sleep…plus, add on those extracurricular activity hours…just make sure there is enough time to get everything done that your child commits themselves to and that they are able to complete it at the level of quality they expect from themselves (and that you as the parent expect from them)

GPA is based off of the average of all your semester grades…look at these 2 scenarios -A student takes 5 core classes, 3 at the advanced level and 2 at grade level makes all A’s -A student takes 5 core classes, 5 at the advanced level, makes all B’s * the student with the mix of advanced and grade level classes will have a higher GPA *With Westwood no longer having class rank, colleges are going to want to see the highest GPA you can get! So focus on getting the best grades possible in a balanced curriculum workload Remember to pick the best classes for your child! Not what worked for your other children, your neighbor, or friends….class selection is a very individualized process

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If multiple selections please

prioritize (#1 to 6)

Day Phone: _______________

Evening Phone: _______________

Evening Phone: _______________

Fish Bowl 2018

In a VERY short period of time, you will be the proud parent of a Westwood Warrior freshman.

To make the introduction to high school special, Westwood is excited to offer FISH BOWL '18, our

freshmen orientation program. It will be held on the Friday before school starts from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at

Westwood High School.

On this evening, freshmen will be grouped and matched with Fish Bowl Counselors, upper classmen

who will answer their questions and help prepare them for opening week of school. Fish will also have an

opportunity to visit with representatives from all our clubs & organizations @ Westwood and, of course, enjoy

a wonderful opportunity to meet other Fish. They will also be treated to a pep rally, dance, refreshments, and

other activities including volleyball, and basketball.

To help in planning, the Fish Bowl Parent/WHS staff steering committee is requesting that you fill out

this form and turn it in at one of the tables as you leave this evening, or mail it in later. A $5.00 or $10.00

donation is appreciated to help in paying for the dance disc jockey, decorations, etc.. Or $15.00 will include

your Fish Bowl donation plus your child will receive the official CLASS OF 2022 T-SHIRT the week

before school begins!

We're very excited about the new freshman class. With the help of Canyon Vista, Grisham and our

transfer parents, along with current Westwood parents and students, and the WHS staff, we hope to make

FISH BOWL 2018 one of the highlights of the year for your child. For more information, contact:

FISH BOWL coordinator, Marv Schmitt, WHS Counselor, at 464-4008. Name (Parent/s)_________________________________________ Email address (PRINT!): ___________________________________ Name (Student)____________________________________ Middle School______________ VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP YES, I would love to help! I can: ____ Provide a snack or beverage ____ Chaperone: (7:15-9:00 p.m.) ____ Help decorate (Friday from 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.) ____ Window painting (done the morning of Fish Bowl) ____ I won’t be able to help that night but keep my name for future volunteer opportunities! Note: We appreciate all our volunteers! Because there are a limited number needed, you may not be contacted but we will keep your name for future volunteer reference. Donation: ___ $5.00 or ___ $10.00 or ___ $15.00 (includes Class of 2022 T-Shirt!) Be sure to circle T-shirt size: Sm Med Large X-large XX-Large Method of payment: Cash Check # _____ (made payable to WHS Fish Bowl)

Return copy to the Westwood main office or mail to: Westwood High School Fish Bowl 12400 Mellow Meadow Drive Austin, TX 78750

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