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SENECA VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL

Rising 9th Grade Parent NightJanuary 9, 2019

WELCOME

▶Dr. Marc Cohen, Principal▶Ms. LaDonna Fletcher, Assistant Principal (last names A - G)▶Mr. Dudley Davidson, Assistant Principal (last names H - O)▶Dr. Shelton Mooney, Assistant Principal (last names P - Z)▶Ms. Monique Riddick, School Business Administrator

SMALL GROUP LOCATIONS

Room 124 Room 131 Room 134 Room 135

English PE/Art/Music Math Social Studies

CTE World Lang. Science

ROTATION SCHEDULE

7:25-7:45 7:50-8:10 8:15-8:35 8:40-9:00

1 124 131 134 135

2 131 134 135 124

3 134 135 124 131

4 135 124 131 134

7:05-7:20: Counseling and IB

Welcome to Seneca Valley

Class of 2023

Home of the Screaming Eagles

YOUR PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL COUNSELOR

▶ Monitor student progress

▶ Academic, Social, Emotional

▶ Student, Parent, Teacher Liaison

▶ College Preparedness

MCPS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

⦿ English – 4 credits

⦿ Math – 4 credits (Must take Math every year in high school.)

* Algebra – 1 credit

* Geometry – 1 credit

⦿ Social Studies – 3 credits

* US History

* National, State, Local (NSL) Government

* World History

⦿ Science – 3 credits

* Biology – 1 credit

* Physical Science – 1 credit

* Other science – 1 credit

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

▶ Fine Arts – 1 credit

▶ Physical Education – 1 credit

▶ Technology Education – 1 credit

▶ World Language – 2 credits

OR

▶ Career Completer

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

▶ Student Service Learning Hours

* 75 hours

▶ High School Assessments (HSA)

* NSL

▶ MISA (Maryland Integrated Science Assessment)

* Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

▶ PARCC

* Algebra 1

* English 10

WHERE DO YOU SEE

YOURSELF IN FOUR YEARS?

▶Extra Curricular activities – What would you like to get involved in?* Sports* Music* Honor Society* Department Club

(Science, Psychology,

English…)

▶Registration in February▶Talk with your 8th grade

teachers▶Maintain your grades▶Seek assistance when

needed!

ANY QUESTIONS?

International Baccalaureate

Diploma ProgrammeFounded in 1968, the IB currently works with over 4,100 schools,

in 148 countries, to develop and offer four challenging programmes

to over 1,150,000 students worldwide.

Why IB?IB programmes promote the education of the whole person, emphasizing intellectual, personal, emotional, and social growth through all domains of knowledge (6 Groups).

Encourage students to think independently and drive their own learning.

Most importantly, IB World students are likely to perform well academically – often better than students in other programmes.

Top Five According to Current IB Diploma Students

1. Increases your chance of getting into the college of your choice AND earning college credits

2. The invaluable skills you learn in the process and throughout the program that you can apply to college/career and beyond

3. IAs and the EE make you a better writer 4. The relationships you form with teachers and

classmates are supportive and life-long5. You learn time management and study skills and

grow in all areas of your life

THEORY OF KNOWLEDGE - TOK

THE EXTENDED ESSAY – EERESEARCH ON A TOPIC OF INTEREST

CAS - CREATIVITY, ACTIVITY, and SERVICE

CORE OF THE IB PROGRAM

Preparing for IB DP : What is recommended?All students entering grade 11 are eligible for the full IB diploma programme and IB courses!

9th and 10th graders should:• Read an assortment of texts (Join the BES Club)• Play sports/Act in Theatre/Art Productions• Get involved in school clubs & community activities• Try an AP course or two

• 9th – AP Govt• 10th – AP US History

• Take Honors-level classes (esp. in English & Math)• Study French or Spanish• Take Biology and Chemistry or Physics• Fulfill all MD state graduation requirements (PE/Art/Tech/Health)

QUESTIONS? NEED MORE INFORMATION?

▶Contact Natasha Ezerski,IB Diploma Programme Coordinator

Natasha_L_Ezerski@mcpsmd.org(301) 353 - 8014

Math

Science

English

Social Studies

ESOL

World Lang.

PE/Art/ Music/

NJROTC

Career/Tech

Ed

SOCIAL STUDIESRequired & Elective Course Flow: The Basics

2110/2112

US History

A/B

2127/2128

Government

A/B (H)

2221/2222

Modern World

History A/B2107/2108

Government

A/B

2223/2224

Modern World

History A/B

(H)

AP / IB History

SL or Electives

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

2111/2113

US History

A/B (H)

2127/2128

Government

A/B (H)

2104/2105

Government

A/B (AP)

2230/2231 History 1

A/B (IB)

&

2011/2012

TOK 1/Ext. Essay A/B

(IB)

222

AP/IB History

SL or Electives

2403/2404

History 2 A/B

(IB)

&

2007/2008

TOK 2 A/B

(IB)

3/2224 Modern

World History

A/B (H)

2104/2105

Government

A/B (AP) RT

Approval

Required

2114/2124

US History A/B

(AP)

2403/2404 History 2

A/B (IB)

&

2007/2008

TOK 2 A/B

(IB)

2230/2231 History 1

A/B (IB)

&

2011/2012

TOK 1/Ext. Essay

A/B

(IB)

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

ELECTIVES▶2230/2231 IB History 1 A/B▶2232/2233 IB Psychology A/B▶2304/2313 Psychology 1/2▶2346/2247 IB World Religions A/B▶2312 Law I▶2343 Law II

MATHEMATICS –SENECA VALLEY HS

Tracy Tomlinson Math Resource Teacher

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS( 4 YEARS OF MATH/ 4 CREDITS)

▶Algebra One( PARCC Assessment)

▶ Geometry

▶Two other math courses

MSDE/MCPS/USMGRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

HIGH SCHOOL COURSE PATHWAYS

MATH ACADEMIC SUPPORT

▶Academic support with teachers

▶Academic Lunch Intervention

▶National and Math Honor Society Tutors

COMMUNICATION IS KEY

▶Communication with teachers, guidance and administration▶E-mail▶Phone call ▶Be proactive and have your students advocate

for themselves.

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

PROBLEM BASED LEARNING IN SCIENCE

In the department, we focus on PBL…

For instance in Biology, we do a unit that the students explore a selected athlete’s injury.

They apply the knowledge they learn throughout the Unit to solve the given problem.

NGSS FOCUS (“DOING SCIENCE”)

SCIENCE COURSES FOR 9TH GRADE

Honors Biology 9th grader

AND

Honors Chemistry

A’s in all middle school science and

math courses AND taking

Honors Algebra 2 as a 9th grader

Foundations of Medicine

Can take this course co-currently with

Honors Biology; recommended for students

interested in the medical field

COURSE PROGRESSIONBiology Chemistry Physic

sScience Elective

PhysicsBiologyChem

Science Elective

Science Elective

Foundations of Medicine

(non-science credit)

Structures and Function

(non-science credit)Internship

Certified Medical

Assistant

ACADEMY OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS

▶Four year career completer▶4 Biology College credits if pass exams▶Must maintain B in first two courses▶Eligible to sit for certification exam

9TH GRADE COURSE EXPECTATIONS…▶Students will be doing PBL and projects in groups in ALL Science

courses ▶The homework load is generally light▶In 11th Grade, students must pass a MISA (Maryland Integrated

Science Assessment) in May to meet graduation requirements▶Encourage your students to get involved in activities, there is

something for everyone▶Recommendations for success: daily use of the agenda book,

organizing their notebooks at least once a week, and taking 10-15 minutes to review each day

CONTACT Dr. Kim ATMichael_T_Kim@mcpsmd.org

▶ TACT

EDITH LEEENGLISH DEPARTMENT

RESOURCE TEACHEREDITH.U.LEE@MCPSMD.NET

301-353-8016

IB Language &

Literature

SL

SOME CORE TEXTS:SPEAKTHE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT TIMEALL AMERICAN BOYSTHE ABSOLUTELY TRUE DIARY OF A PART TIME INDIANOF MICE AND MENROMEO AND JULIET

ENGLISH ELECTIVES

▶ Literary Magazine▶ Academic Reading▶ Journalism – Newspaper▶ Journalism – Yearbook▶ Theater, Musical Theater, IB Film

It is more than just news and writing.

Use all of your talents.

Learn or sharpen all of your skills.

Writing and editing – Editorials, Sports, News, Features

Teamwork – Work with a group to achieve a common goal

Photography – Take pictures for articles or create photo stories

Graphics – Use your graphic art skills for graphs, pictures, headlines

Interviewing – learn the art of getting important information

Seneca Valley High School’s Student NewspaperJournalism SVHS

Student Press Pass

AQUILIAN YEARBOOKCreate memoriesGet involvedTake pictures (Smart phones Welcome, Not Required)Become familiar with Edesign softwareConduct InterviewsHave Fun!!!!!!

Students who love watching, making, and

discussing movies should enjoy this

course. Students will analyze, discuss,

and create films from a variety of critical

viewpoints while also exploring how

genres and film have transformed over

time. This course is also excellent

preparation for IB Film. This course is

open to all grades and is part of the

Media/Broadcasting pathway.

Introduction to Film Study

THEATRE I-Pathway to IB Theatre-Learn Confidence-Interpersonal Communication-Collaboration-Critical thinking-Creative Problem Solving-Public Speaking-Empathy-Community Building

Sign up for SVHS'

Literary Magazine

Creative Writing Class

Calling all editors!

Calling all editors!

Calling all Writers!

Calling all Short Story Writers!

Calling all Graphic Designers! Calling all poets!

EXPECTATIONS FOR 9TH GRADE COURSES:

▶Homework/daily reading: 30mins▶Bi-weekly paper/project: 1hr +

Career and Technology Education

(CTE) Department

Darren Black, Resource Teacher

Darren_J_Black@mcpsmd.org

MCPS CAREER READINESS EXTERNAL REVIEW ▶Dr. Smith strongly believes and advocates for CTE

Programs

MCPS CAREER READINESS EXTERNAL REVIEW ▶http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/uploadedFiles/

career-readiness/MCPSCareerReadinessReport9-12-

17.pdf

▶Google “MCPS CTE STUDY”

▶Click the first link

▶Click on “Read the Study”

The Economy Has Changed

College Has Changed

At the same time, the challenges of college continue to grow for students and their families, including:• Higher costs• Increased student debt• More students working• Slower paths to completion

Average annual cost of in-state public 4-year college$20k

Average annual cost of private, non-profit 4-year college$45k

Average student debt for 4-year college (2/3 take out loans)$37k

Students who earn bachelor’s degree within 4 years (59% for FTFT in 6 yrs)

40%

Undergraduates who work ≥30 hours/week while in school40%

Average annual cost of public 2-year college$3.5k

College Has Changed Con’t

30%

AA holders enroll in a 4 year college2/3

41%

Average salary for AA in IT

of AA holders earn a Bachelor’s Degree

$66k

Avg Salary 1 yr post-secondary training in IT$59k

Avg Salary Generic Bachelor’s Degree$54k

Associate degree holders who earn more $$ than bachelor degree holders

Entry Level CCMA Salary$27K

Seneca Valley High SchoolCurrently Offered

• Academy of Information Technology (AOIT)

• Automotive Technology

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

• College Career Readiness and Development (CCRD)

• Early Child Development

• Engineering - Project Lead The Way (PLTW)

Seneca Valley High SchoolCurrently Planned To Be Offered in New Building

▶Carpentry

▶Construction Electricity

▶HVAC

▶Masonry

▶Plumbing▶Cosmetology▶Law Enforcement▶Cybersecurity

CTE COMPLETERS – START FRESHMAN YEAR▶Academy of Information Technology

(AOIT) –

▶CISCO Academy

▶Programming

▶Web Development

CTE COMPLETERS – START FRESMAN YEAR

▶PLTW – Engineering (5 Courses)

▶Introduction to Engineering Design

▶Principles of Engineering

▶Digital Electronics

▶Civil Engineering and Architecture

▶Engineering Design and Development

CTE COMPLETERS – START 10TH GRADE

▶Child Development –

▶90+ Clock Hour Certificate

▶Articulation with Montgomery College

▶New Building - Child Development Associate (CDA)

Credential.

▶Most Widely Recognized credential in ECE

CTE COMPLETERS – START 10TH GRADE

▶Automotive Technology

▶Hands On - Automotive Lab

▶SAE Certification

▶College and Career Readiness and Development (CCRD)

– 2 Year Program

ESOL DEPARTMENTLisa Sprehn

ESOL Resource Teacher301-353-8013 or 8000

Lisa_C_Sprehn@mcpsmd.org

ESOL (ENGLISH SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES)

▶ESOL Parent Community Coordinator: Rosa Santos▶ESOL Counselor: Rina Chavez▶ESOL Resource Teacher: Lisa Sprehn

ESOL COURSES

▶ESOL 1*▶ESOL 2*▶ESOL 3*▶ESOL 4▶ESOL 5

*ESOL support in math, science, and history

WORLD LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT OF SENECA VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL

Ms. Noemi Santiago-AnayaNoemi_Santiago-Anaya@mcpsmd.org

World Languages Resource Teacher 301-353-8031

State of Maryland● Two years of a language

or● 4 Years of Career

Completer Courses

World Languages Requirements for Graduation

Universities ● Two years of a language in

High School

SPANISH 1-2 - Grades 9, 10, 11, 12Honors SPANISH 3, 4 - Grades 9, 10, 11, 12SPANISH 5 (10th grade only)IB SPANISH 4, 5, 6, and 7 - Grades 11, 12SPANISH FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS 1, 2 & 3

FRENCH 1-2 - Grades 9, 10, 11, 12Honors FRENCH 3, 4 - Grades 9, 10, 11, 12FRENCH 5 - (10th grade only)IB FRENCH 4, 5, 6, and 7 - Grades 11, 12PLACEMENT DETERMINED BY SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF PREVIOUS LEVEL OR BY EXAM

World Languages Classes Available:

● Tutoring by Spanish Honor Society during lunch● Support during Advisory● Support during lunch● Support after school

To be successful in language courses, students must spend time outside of school speaking, reading, listening, and writing in the target language.

World Languages Support Available:

“Language should no longer be viewed as a college entrance requirement, but rather a LIFE entrance requirement.”

World Languages

History:● Started in California in 2011● Now offered by 28 states and the District of Columbia● Maryland Seal of Biliteracy Bill signed into law in 2016● Implemented in Maryland in 2017● Out of 1, 200 students that earned the Seal of Biliteracy in Maryland in

2017, 1, 100 were from Montgomery County Public Schools

Seal of Biliteracy

Requirements:To receive a Maryland Seal of Biliteracy, a student must:

● Pass the Maryland High School Assessment in English 10; AND● Demonstrate Intermediate High proficiency in listening, speaking,

reading, and writing in a language other than English, as measured by assessments that are aligned to ACTFL (The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) proficiency guidelines.

Seal of Biliteracy:

Passing Scores to demonstrate Intermediate High Proficiency● Avant Stamp 4S

○ Score a 6 in each of the 4 categories

● AP Language Assessments○ Score a 4 overall

● IB Language B Assessment○ Higher Level - score a 5 overall

○ Standard Level - Score a 6 overall

Seal of Biliteracy:

Recognition

● The Seal will be added to the high school diploma and a medal will awarded to the student

● The Seal may be noted on the high school transcript as this is the credential that is viewed by colleges and universities and future employers

Seal of Biliteracy:

Benefits

● Greater earning potential● Competitive in the labor market, and global society● Recognizes the value of diversity● 21st Century Skills

Recommendation: Keep up with target or heritage language in order to have a higher probability to earn the Seal of Biliteracy.

Seal of Biliteracy:

▶ Mr. Brady Markel (Resource Teacher for P.E., Health, & Other Electives.)▶ Office 301-353-8026▶ Email Brady_L_Markel@mcpsmd.org

▶ The goal of the physical education teacher is to help students become responsible citizens who are both physically educated and health literate.

▶ Each student will set and achieve personally challenging goals in physical activity & apply higher order thinking skills to human movement. Students will be able to display the skills and practices of a physically active lifestyle, knowing the benefits of their choices to be involved in physical activity. They will be physically fit and have a mindset that values physical activity and its benefits in sustaining healthy lifestyles.

OUR GOAL AS P.E. TEACHERS

PHYSICAL EDUCATION IS CHANGING

▶ “Foundations of Personal Fitness & Sport”▶ Focus on fitness through sport Units of Focus

1)Physical fitness & Goal setting

2)Individual Fitness: Application of Fitness Principles-Improving Fitness

3)Group Fitness: Application of fitness Principles-Developing Endurance & Strength

4)Fitness testing and Planning: Developing a Personal Fitness Plan for Life-Long Wellness

5)Individual Fitness: Motivation to Exercise and Technology Integration

6) Group Fitness: Accessing Community Resources to Increase Participation

▶ Students are required to complete ONE credit of physical education to graduate high school.

- 2 Semesters▶ Foundations of Personal Fitness & Sport

▶ Adapted Physical Education

▶ Weight Training (Intro, Advanced, & Women’s Weigh Training)

▶ Dance

▶ Soccer

▶ Basketball

▶ Net Sports (Volleyball, Badminton, & Tennis)

We encourage students to take physical education as an elective credit as well.

▶ Health (10th Grade Year)

COURSE OFFERINGS

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC

▶ Mr. Stephens, Director▶ Email: adam_r_stephens@mcpsmd.org

▶ Phone: 301-353-8019

▶ Courses Offered:▶ Honors Symphonic Band

▶ Honors Orchestra

▶ Honors Jazz Band

▶ Piano

▶ Instrument lab (for those that wish to learn how to play a wind/string instrument)

▶ World Drumming

EXPECTATIONS

▶ For Honors Band/orchestra/jazz:▶ Students are expected to practice their instrument at home regularly.

▶ There are required performances throughout the year that are both during and after school.

▶ Playing tests and written tests on music theory are given periodically throughout the semester.

▶ For World Drumming and Piano:▶ Students complete in-class assignments to develop understanding, with a few smaller homework assignments

throughout the semester.

▶ Students will complete solo and small-group projects while composing, performing, and analyzing music.

SPECIFIC HIGH SCHOOL ASSESSMENTS

▶ For Band/Orchestra/Jazz:▶ Performances at MCPS or other area festivals for a panel of judges

▶ Playing tests

▶ Written theory tests

▶ For World Drumming & Piano▶ Playing tests

▶ Concert performances

▶ Written tests on general musical concepts

SUMMER RECOMMENDATIONS

▶ If you would like to participating in one of the Honors performing groups:▶ Practice your instrument so that you come in prepared for the fall!

▶ If you own an instrument, make sure it is in working order.

▶ If you need to borrow an instrument, feel free to contact Mr. Stephens.

▶ If are interested in World Drumming/Piano:▶ Sign up!

▶ If you own a piano, or drums, then keep playing so that your skills are sharp when you arrive in the fall!

CHOIR▶ Ms. Michelle A Searle, Director

michelle.a.searle@mcpsmd.org

▶ 301-353-8019

COURSES OFFERED

Auditioned Only Choirs:

▶Mixed Chamber Choir▶Women’s Chamber Choir▶Honors Treble Choir

COURSES OFFERED

Non-Auditioned Choirs. Open to everyone regardless of experience:

▶ Women’s Concert Choir Course # 6711 30 and 6712 30

▶ Men’s Concert Choir Course # 671100 and 671200

▶ All students new to choir should sign up for Women’s Concert Choir or Men’s Concert Choir. Auditions will occur between February 26th-March 23rd.

▶ If a student gets placed in an auditioned group, their schedule will automatically be changed

AUDITION PROCEDURES

▶ Sign up for a time outside the choir room▶ Prepare to sing a song of your choice▶ Prepare to sight read▶No experience necessary! Come give it a shot!

▶Questions? Please see Ms. Searle at SVHS, Ms. Archer at MLK or Ms. Lanzo at CMS

HONORED ART DEPARTMENT

▶ Above: Artwork displayed at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum in Baltimore: Brandon Elliott, SVHS ‘16

▶ Left: 2015 Youth Art Month Maryland State Flag Contest Winner: Priscilla Seah, SVHS ‘15

ARTS OVERVIEW COURSES: DISCOVERING WHAT ART IS

Foundations of Art Art & Culture▶ Introduction to Art: Drawing, Painting,

Printmaking, Sculpture, Crafts

▶ Grades 9-12

▶ Discovering art through the ages, and creating artwork inspired by that exploration.

▶ Grades 9-12

3D ART: WORKING WITH CLAY

Ceramics 1 Ceramics 2-3▶ Working with clay focusing on basic skills

and craftsmanship▶ Advanced clay and sculpture making

▶ Grades 10-12

DIGITAL: CREATING ART ON THE COMPUTER

Digital Photography Digital Art▶ Use photography for artistic expression,

manipulating images on the computer using a variety of methods.

▶ Grades 9-12

▶ Create portraits, illustrations, and commercial/ advertising art using the computer.

▶ Grades 9-12

2D ART: PAINTING, DRAWING, & PRINTMAKING

Drawing & Design Studio Art 1 & 2▶ Beginning level course to develop

drawing, painting, and printmaking skills.

▶ Focus on design.

▶ Grades 9-12

▶ Intermediate to advanced artists further develop skills in drawing, painting, & printmaking.

▶ Grades 10-12

IB ART: CREATING, AND DISCOVERING WHAT ART IS

IB Visual Arts▶ Creating artwork, analyzing personal and historical artwork, and

presenting artwork in a show senior year. This course may earn college credit.

▶ Grades 11-12

NJROTCSENECA VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL

Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps

▶NJROTC is a jointly sponsored Navy and secondary school citizenship and leadership program for students in grades 9 through 12

▶NJROTC teaches self-discipline, self-confidence and leadership skills to help you successfully meet life's challenges

▶Students who participate in NJROTC will NOT always join the military

▶NJROTC cadets are provided with uniforms, books, training aids and other types of equipment paid for by the Navy.

▶NJROTC encourages the formation of drill teams, group athletics, marksmanship teams and other types of extra curricular activities to include community service.

Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps

* Program is taught by retired naval officers

and enlisted naval personnel

For more information contact:

LCDR Suzan Hernandez:

suzan_p_hernandez@mcpsmd.org

Phone #: (301) 353-8018