Freshmen Focus Presentation

FRESHMEN FOCUS

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MORGAN HIGH 101 2023-2024

WHO WILL BE MY COUNSELOR?

MR. HUNT

MRS. ROCK

MRS. ANDERTON

A-G

H-O

P-Z

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WHAT CLASSES DO I NEED TO GRADUATE?

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ENGLISH

MATH

SCIENCE

SOCIAL STUDIES

CTE

DIGITAL STUDIES

HEALTH

FINANCIAL LITERACY PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE) ELECTIVE

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ENGLISH

Through the study of literature, high school English classes provide students with a

window to the world, so they can understand and

appreciate the universal aspects of the human experience.

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English 9 (A,B,C)

English 10 (A,B,C)

English 11 (A,B) & 12 A OR AP Language & Composition English 12 (B) OR AP Literature English *1010, *2015 Comm 2110, Creative Writing, Business Communications

*WSU ENGL 1010 requires act score of 17 in English AND Reading

*WSU ENGL 2015 requires act score of 29 in English AND Reading OR AP Language Score of 3+

MATH

Math supports logical reasoning and analytical thinking.

And in many cases, there's more than one way to get to the right answer.

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Math I (A,B,C)

Math II (A,B,C)

Math III (A,B) OR Accounting I & II, Mathematics of Personal Finance, Computer Programming I, Computer Programming II CE

○AP Calculus AB or BC

○WSU 1030 *REQUIRES ACT OF 21

○USU 1040

○WSU 1050 *Requires ACT of 23

SCIENCE

Scientiﬁc knowledge allows us to develop new technologies, solve practical problems, and make informed decisions

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2 Core Credits

○Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry,

Physics, Computer Science,

Computer Programming

1 Elective Credit

○Material Science, Agricultural

Science, Wildlife Biology, Animal

Science, Human Nutrition, Medical

Anatomy & Physiology, Medical

Terminology, Computer Science’s,

Equine Science

SOCIAL STUDIES

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Geography OR AP Prep World History - AP Prep, OR Ancient, OR Modern, OR AP European

U.S. History A & B OR AP US History

Government & Citizenship Elective

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CTE

CTE Classes are a time to learn and explore what interests YOU!

Ask your CTE teacher about Pathways!!

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Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Architecture & Construction

Arts, Audio/Visual, Tech. & Communications Business, Finance & Marketing

Computer Science & Information Technology Education & Training

Engineering & Technology

Health Science

Manufacturing

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

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FINANCIAL LITERACY

For Juniors and Seniors

to develop and learn the personal finance skills they will need to live independently as adults.

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Financial literacy

FINE ARTS

A well-rounded education includes the arts. The ﬁne arts provide a place for students to explore new ideas, take appropriate risks, creatively problem solve, collaborate, develop aesthetic awareness, explore the world and other cultures, and to express oneself.

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Band

Chorus

Theater Arts/Stage Tech Visual Arts

Digital Arts

Floriculture

PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE)

Physical education provides cognitive content and instruction designed to develop motor skills, knowledge, and behaviors for physical activity and physical ﬁtness.

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Participation Skills (grade 9) OR Participate in a Sport at MHS Fitness For Life (grade 10) Elective OR Participate in a MHS Sport

HEALTH

The primary goal of health education in the state of Utah is to develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviors essential to become health-literate.

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Health Education

DIGITAL STUDIES

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Exploring Computer Science Web Development CE

Computer Science Principles CE Business Office Specialist CE Computer Programming I

Increased Creativity and Problem-Solving Abilities.

Digital media classes can also help students develop their creativity and problem-solving abilities. By learning how to use digital tools, students can explore new ways to express themselves and solve problems.

ELECTIVES

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Spanish *

American Sign Language * Release Time

Internships

Life Skills

Peer Tutor

Teacher’s Aide

CTE

ART

They expand your horizons and help you find your Passion!

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& much more!

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Math English History Pe Elective Science advisory

FIRST TRIMESTER

SCHEDULES

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Math English History/Art Health Elective Science advisory

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Math English History/CTE Computer Elective Sci/Elective advisory

SECOND TRIMESTER

THIRD TRIMESTER

WHAT IS A GPA?

You’re Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how high your scored in your classes on average.

What is Eligibility?

Why do I need a GPA?

A = 4.000 A- = 3.667 B+ = 3.333 B = 3.000 C+ = 2.333 C = 2.000 C- = 1.667 D+ = 1.333 D = 1.000 D- = .667 F = 0.000

What if I failed a Class?

Talk to your Counselor to find the best option for you to recapture that Credit you need!

● Edgenuity

●Re-Take the Course

●Summer School

HOW WILL I KNOW THAT I AM ON TRACK TO GRADUATE?

What is a College & Career Readiness plan (CCR)?

What are the benefits of having a CCR with your counselor?

Do parents come to the CCR’s?

Are they mandatory?

College and

Career Ready

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Take the Right Classes

Explore, Explore, Explore

Don’t be afraid to try something

new

Internships

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Where Do I Start?

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CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

Concurrent Enrollment is an

opportunity for students to receive required credits for high school graduation while also earning college credit. Requires Enrollment with each college and seperate registration for each CE class. Classes are typically $5 per credit, plus cost of book. AP classes require paying for the AP test and are

typically $85.