9th & 10th Grade Course Selection

Klein Cain Counselors

Delia Baker (A-Ari) Lady Martinez (R-Sik)
Jennifer Hatchett (Arm-Ca) Rhonda Bailey (Sil-Vi)
Tiffany Simon (Et-Hal) Susan Kopinitz (Vo-Z)
Tiffany Harris (Ham-K) Lisa Muller (Reclassified)
Tammie Doss (L-Monr) Brandi Brawner (College & Career)
April Loeb (Mont-Q)
 Requirements to Graduate
● Earn 26 required state credits

● Pass all 5 EOC tests

● Complete at least one of the Endorsement Plans

 Required 5 EOC Tests

● English 1
● Algebra 1
● Biology
● English 2
● US History
 Course Requirements
Eng Lang Arts - 4 Credits Social Studies - 3 Credits
English 1 World Geography / World History
English 2 US History
English 3 US Government (.5) / Economics (.5)
English 4 / Adv. English
Phys Ed - 1.0 Credit
Mathematics 4 Credits
Algebra 1 LOTE/Computer Science - 2 credits in the same
Geometry language
Algebra 2 / Adv. Math
Adv. Math
Fine Arts - 1.0 Credit

Science - 4 credits
Electives - 5 Credits
Biology
Chemistry / Adv. Sci
Endorsements:
Physics / Adv. Sci
Curriculum requirements for 1+ Endorsement
Adv. Science
 Advanced Academics
PreAP, AP, Dual Credit
● Rigorous coursework & more homework
● Preparation of AP/DC classes
● Possibly earn college credit
● Be better prepared for college
● Higher GPA Scale
● Dual Credit Classes 11-12 Grades
● AP Classes 10-12 Grades
● AP Classes must decide and pay in October 2020 to take the AP
exam in May 2021

**Consider your schedule, extracurricular activities, job, and other

responsibilities**
 P.E. Options
1 year of PE or Equivalent
● PE
● Dance
● Athletics
● Cheerleading (S1 only)
● ROTC (substitution)
● Drill Team (substitution)
● Marching Band (S1 only, sub.)

Students can earn up to 4 PE/Equivalent credits

 Foreign Language Options

2 years of the same Foreign Language OR

Computer Science

● Spanish
● French
● German
● American Sign Language
● Computer Science
 Fine Art Options
1 year of Fine Arts is required

● Art
● Band
● Choir
● Dance
● Orchestra
● Theatre Arts (Performing or Technical)
● Principles and Elements of Floral Design
(Grades 10-12)
What is an Endorsement?
A category that describes the kinds of classes you enjoy taking
❑ ARTS AND HUMANITIES
Political science, literature, world languages, cultural studies, history and fine arts.

❑ BUSINESS & INDUSTRY

Information technology, database management, marketing, accounting, finance,
graphic design, architecture, construction, welding, automotive technology,
agriculture, vet science, culinary arts and hospitality.

❑ MULTIDISCIPLINARY
This endorsement provides students the opportunity to take a variety of courses
from each of the other four endorsement areas.

❑ PUBLIC SERVICE
Health science occupations, education, law enforcement, cosmetology, and JROTC

❑ STEM
Science, Technology-including computer science, Engineering, and advanced Math
 Arts and Humanities

● 5 Social Studies credits

● 4 credits of same Foreign Language
● 2 credits of same Foreign Language in 2 areas
● 4 Levels of Sign Language
● 4 credits from 1 or 2 areas in Fine Arts
 Business and Industry
● CTE Sequence - 4 credits
○ Needing 1 advanced course from Business and
Industry cluster
● 4 English credits
○ 3 from Journalism, Newspaper, Debate or Yearbook
● 4 Technology Application credits (ex. Digital Art
Animation, Web Design, Digital Video and Audio...)
 Public Service
● CTE Sequence - 4 credits
○ Needs 1 advanced course from Public Service
cluster (Education and Training, Health Science,
Human Services, Law, Public Service)
● 4 credits in ROTC
STEM Endorsement (Science, Technology,
Engineering and Math)
● CTE Sequence - 4 credits
○ Needs 1 advanced course from STEM cluster
(Solid State Electronics, Engineering Design,
Robotics, Engineer Your World…)
● Computer Science - 4 credits
○ including Game Prog, Mobile App, Robotics
● 5 Math Credits (Alg 1, Geom, Alg 2, plus 2 more)
● 5 Science Credits (Bio, Chem, Physics, plus 2
more)
 Multidisciplinary
● Four Advanced courses that prepare a student to
enter the workforce or postsecondary education
● Four credits in each of the four foundation
subject areas (English, Math, Science, Social
Studies) to include English 4 and Chemistry
and/or Physics
● 4 Credits in AP or Dual Credit classes from
English, Math, Science, Social Studies, LOTE or
Fine Arts
 Accelerated College Pathways
● International Baccalaureate (Klein Oak) (9th)
● Global Business Pathway (Klein Forest) (9th)
● Advanced Nursing Pathway (Klein High) (9th)
● Geospatial Engineering and Land Surveying Pathway
(Klein Collins) (9th; 10th pre-req = Prin of Engineering)

** Application process required for all of these programs. Visit

www.promise2purpose.net for applications.
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Course Selection Packet

What is in your Packet:

● Letter
● Course Selection Sheet
● Transcript
Letter

This letter explains the steps

and timeline for the Course
Selection process
Course Selection Sheet
Course Selection Sheet p.2
Sample High School Transcript

Grade classification
requirements:

10th Grade - 6 credits

11th Grade - 11 credits
12th Grade - 17 credits

**students not earning

the required number of
credits will be
reclassified**
4-Year Plan

This sheet is NOT

included in your
packet --
If you would like a
blank 4-year plan to
use in order to plan
for future courses,
print it from the Klein
Cain website OR go to
the counseling office
tor request one.
 What’s next?
● Thoroughly review packet with a parent/guardian
● Visit the Klein Cain Course Selection Website
https://sites.google.com/kleinisd.net/kleincaincourseselection/home
★ Check the course catalog for course descriptions, prerequisites, fees, forms, etc.
● Use the Promise2Purpose website for planning
https://www.promise2purpose.net/
● Talk to your teachers about placements and programs in their areas
● Discuss your future courses with your parents. You will be entering your
course requests into Skyward during classes on January 27th. Take the
Course Selection Sheet with your choices highlighted to each of your
classes on January 27th.
 When are you seeing your counselor?
After you enter your courses in Skyward, your counselor will meet
with you individually to discuss them and make any necessary
adjustments.

Counselors will call in students at a later date if they were not

seen during this timeframe.
 Important Deadlines

You will be able to make changes in Skyward through January

28th. After that, you will only be able to view your courses but
not make changes. You will need to submit a Change Request
through your counselor after that date.

No schedule changes after

3:00 p.m., May 8, 2020