LANDMARK MIDDLE AND
KERNAN MIDDLE SCHOOL
TRANSITION-TO-HIGH-SCHOOL
PARENT NIGHT
J A N UA RY 2 0 1 7
MIDDLE SCHOOL PROMOTION
REQUIREMENTS
• Successfully complete all four 8th grade core
courses with a minimum final grade of “D”
• Recover core courses not passed in 6th &
7th grade, if applicable
• Core courses: Math, Language Arts, Science,
Social Studies
STATE END-OF-COURSE (EOC) EXAMS
• Algebra I
(30% of final grade)
• Geometry
(30% of final grade)
• Civics
(30% of final grade)
Testing window: April-May 2017
Test preparation
– Teacher-based materials on blogs 1-2 months prior to EOC
– Algebra Nation (www.algebranation.com)
– FLVS (http://flvs.net)
TH
8
GRADE CAREER ACTIVITIES
Embedded in Social Studies curriculum
Kuder Assessments- kuder.com
Research-based assessments
Comprehensive planning tools
Florida Shines– www.floridashines.org
Career interest inventory
College/career information
Creating a Four-Year High School Plan
Plan for high school classes
Not necessarily a reflection of the student’s 9th grade schedule
EARNING HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE
CREDITS IN MIDDLE SCHOOL
High school & College courses offered at LMS:
Algebra I
Algebra I Honors
Geometry
Physical Science
SLS (Dual Enrollment/college course)
Spanish I
Impact
 High school GPA
 College GPA (applies to dual enrollment/college courses)
 Intensive Math or Reading placement
Athletic eligibility
HS transcript for college admissions
Bright Futures Scholarship eligibility
HIGH
SCHOOL
COURSE
ADVISEMENT
FORM
High School
Course
Advisement
forms are in the
back, fill one out
tonight for your
student
FLORIDA STANDARDS ASSESSMENT,
(FSA) & ACHIEVE 3000 SCORES
8th grade FSA scores impacts 9th grade schedule
Enrichment Math and Enrichment Reading
Must pass 10th grade FSA Reading to graduate
Passing the Algebra I EOC is also a graduation requirement*
*exemptions may apply
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS
EN
24 Credit Standard Diploma
Program of Study
A,H, B*
4 credits
SC
4 credits

Algebra I,

Geometry

Algebra 2

+1
3 credits

1 Biology

2 sciences
SS
MA
2012-2013 ninth grade entry
year or before
3 credits

1 world history

1 US History

½ Am Gov’t

½ Econ
4 credits
2013-2014 ninth grade entry
year and thereafter
4 credits

Algebra I,

Geometry

+2
Program of Study S
SWD
18 Credit ACCEL
Standard Diploma
4 credits

Algebra I

Geometry

+2
3 credits

1 Biology

2 sciences
3 credits

1 world history

1 US History

½ Am Gov’t

½ Econ
2012-13 entry or before
4 credits

may include
district approved
Level 1 EN courses
4 credits

Algebra I,

Geometry

+2

may include district
approved Level 1 MA
courses
3 credits

1 Biology

2 sciences
3 credits

1 world history

1 US History

½ Am Gov’t

½ Econ
PF
1 credit
PE
2 credits
must be in the same world language
1 credit
H.O.P.E.
EL
WL
HIGH SCHOOL
GRADUATION CONT.
CONREQUIREMENTS –
PAGE TWO
6 credits
3 credits
8 credits
24 credits
18 credits
24 credits
FSA Reading
FSA Math OR Algebra 1
EOC*
FSA Reading
FSA Math OR Algebra 1
EOC*
*based on ninth grade entry year
*based on ninth grade entry year
2.0
2.0
TESTS (Passing Scores)
Total
On-line
GPA
1 credit
1 credit
H.O.P.E.
2012-2013 ninth grade entry
year or before
FSA Reading
FSA Math OR Algebra 1
EOC*
*based on ninth grade entry
year
2013-2014 ninth grade entry
year and thereafter
State Reading Assessment
Algebra 1 EOC
2.0
1 course
for students who enter
1 credit
9th
grade in 1112 and thereafter
No requirement
1 course for students who
enter 9th grade in 201112 and thereafter
Students wishing to earn the International Baccalaureate and AICE diplomas must complete additional diploma program
requirements as outlined in the District’s Student Progression Plan.
*
HIGH SCHOOL ACCELERATION
PROGRAMS
E A R LY C O L L E G E P RO G R A M
I N T E R N AT I O N A L
B AC C A L AU R E AT E , ( I B )
P RO G R A M
The Early College Program blends high school and college courses to
enable students to earn a high school diploma and an Associate degree
with minimal financial cost. In grades 11 and 12, Early College students
are enrolled full-time at Florida State College at Jacksonville. The Early
College Program provides students greater access to higher education
and promotes student achievement at the high school and
postsecondary levels. Offered at:
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program is a rigorous,
internationally recognized pre-university course of study for highly
motivated students. The IB program helps to develop the intellectual,
personal, emotional, and social skills to live, learn and work in a
rapidly globalizing world. Offered at:
• Englewood High School
• Paxon School for Advance Studies
• Jean Ribault High School
• Terry Parker High School
• Robert E. Lee High School
• Samuel W. Wilson High School
• Sandalwood High School
• Ed White High School
• Stanton College Prep
HIGH SCHOOL ACCELERATION
PROGRAMS CONT.
A DVA N C E P L AC E M E N T ( A P )
Advanced Placement (AP) courses are taught at a level equal to that of
college freshman courses. Each course is concluded by a comprehensive
exam created by the College Board. Students who enroll in an Advanced
Placement course are required to take the AP examination. Postsecondary
credit for an AP course may be awarded to students who score a minimum
of a 3 on a 5-point scale on the corresponding AP exam. AP courses are
taught at 21 DCPS high schools:
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Douglas Anderson School of the Arts •
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Atlantic Coast High School
Baldwin Middle-High School
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Darnell-Cookman
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Englewood High School
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First Coast High School
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Duncan U. Fletcher High School
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Andrew Jackson High School
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Robert E. Lee High School
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Mandarin High School
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Terry Parker High School
Paxon School for Advanced Studies
Frank H. Peterson Tech Academies
William M. Raines High School
Asa Philip Randolph Tech Academies
Jean Ribault High School
Sandalwood High School
Stanton College Preparatory
Westside High School
Edward H. White High School
Samuel W. Wolfson High School
CAMBRIDGE A.I.C.E.,
( A DVA N C E D I N T E R N AT I O N A L
C E RT I F I C AT E O F E D U C AT I O N )
The AICE program is an internationally recognized, rigorous, pre-university
curriculum and examination system for highly motivated, academically
oriented high school students. Sponsored by the University of Cambridge
International Examinations, AICE offers a flexible, broad-based, two year
curriculum for upperclassmen. The Cambridge AICE Diploma Program
encourages and develops the skills of independent research and
investigation, the use of initiative and creativity and the application of
skills and knowledge.
• Duncan U. fletcher High School
• Mandarin High School;
• The Raines High Schools
• Westside High School
COMMON APPLICATION FOR
EACH PROGRAM
 Families must complete a Program Preference Application and
Application Form(s)
 Program Preference Application
 Rank your program choices, up to three programs
 Families choosing only one program should place (1) before the program of
your choice and leave the other choices blank.
 Separate Common Application for Each Program
 AP Capstone
 AICE
 Early College
 IB
APPLICATION DEADLINE & TIMELINES
Applications Due Date
Friday, January 13, 2017
Acceptance or non-acceptance letter mailed home to all applicants
Week of January 30, 2017
Have NOT received a contingent acceptance nor a non-acceptance letter
Friday, February 3, 2017
Contact High School Acceleration Programs Office – 390-2090
Return decisions
Friday, February 17, 2017
ADVANCED VIA INDIVIDUAL
DETERMINATION
AVID Activities:
Who: Students in the
academic middle, capable of
completing college
preparatory path with
support.
People Like Us Video
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Guest Speakers
College Field Trips
Tutorials
Writing, Inquiry, Collaborations,
Organization, and Reading
(WICOR) strategies are infused
into the curriculum.
• Students participate in community
service opportunities
AVID’s mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in global society.
WHERE IS AVID?
WHAT IS EARLY COLLEGE?
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A structured program of study
Students earn a high school diploma and up to 60 credit hours of
college credit
Exempt from payment of registration, tuition, books, and laboratory
fees
Students should apply in Grade 8 for entry in Grade 9
Programs are school specific; students are unable to transfer between
programs
Grade 9 & 10 students take courses on the high school campus
Grade 11 & 12 students are enrolled full time at the assigned FSCJ
Campus
ADVANTAGES OF EARLY
COLLEGE
-IT IS F R E E !!!
-P ROMOT E S AC A D E MIC RIG OR
-S T U D E N T S R E C E IV E S U PPORT F ROM T H E H IG H
SCH OOL A N D COLLEGE
-S T U D E N T S A R E MOR E L IK E LY TO CON T IN U E T H E IR
C OL L E G E E D U C AT ION A F T E R H IG H S CH OOL
-S T U D E N T S H AV E H IG H E R COL L E G E G RA D E POIN T
AV E R AGE S
-P OT E N T IA L F OR E A R LY COL L E G E G RA D UATION
-S T U D E N T S E X P LORE T H E IR A RE A OF IN T E RE S T
B E F OR E T H E P R E S S U RE IS ON TO D E CL A RE A MA JOR
WHAT IS AICE?
 The Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) Diploma is an
international curriculum and examination system that emphasizes the value of broad and
balanced study.
 The Cambridge AICE Diploma was first awarded in 1997 and has since become popular with a
range of schools all over the world.
 It encompasses the ‘gold standard’ Cambridge International AS and A Level qualifications, and
offers students the opportunity to tailor their studies to their individual interests, abilities and
future plans within an international curriculum framework.
 Comparable to International Baccalaureate (IB)
 Part of Cambridge Assessment, a department of the University of Cambridge
 Students can earn college course credit for successful completion/pass of AICE
courses/examinations (credit by examination)
AICE CURRICULUM
ADVANTAGES OF AICE
 Flexible, student-centered curriculum during high school
 Student who earn their AICE Diplomas are eligible for Bright Futures
Scholarship
 Nationally & Internationally recognized program
 Can earn college credits through examination
 Recognized by prestigious colleges & universities as first year coursework
 Favorable consideration regarding college admissions
 AICE courses are weighted (they receive an additional 1 point weight for
G.P.A.).
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
• Multiple Career Academy programs in Duval County
• Career Academies provide training in high demand, high skills and
high wage careers (Engineering, Healthcare, Finance, Information
Technology, Aviation, Automotive, Commercial Art, etc.)
• Career Academy programs promote better school performance
and grades
• See handout for Duval County Career Academies and school
listings
FLORIDA BRIGHT FUTURES
SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements change annually, particularly test score requirements
3 Levels:
Florida Academic Scholars Award (FAS)
Florida Medallion Scholars Award (FMS)
Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award (GSV)
BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS 2017
S A N D A LW O O D
E A R LY C O L L E G E P R O G R A M
AV I D P R O G R A M
FLETCHER
AICE PROGRAM
AT L A N T I C C O A S T
A P C A P S TO N E S
FRANK H. PETERSON
ACADEMIES OF TECHNOLOGY
WO L F S O N
J R OT C
HIGH
SCHOOL
REPRESE
N TAT I V E S
GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT
Landmark Middle School
Mrs. Marsha Peeples
Red & Black Team School Counselor
221-7125 ext. 1116
Mr. Ronald Soder
Blue Team School Counselor
221-7125 ext. 1117
Mrs. Carla McMillan
Green & Yellow Team School Counselor
221-7125 ext. 1104
ADMINISTRATION
Mr. David Gilmore
Principal
Mrs. Mignon Charvat
Assistant Principal
Mrs. Elizabeth Stansel
Assistant Principal
Kernan Middle School
Mr. Gareth Gary
220-1350 ext. 162
Mrs. Penny Pennington
220-1315 ext. 121
ADMINISTRATION
Mrs. Julie Hemphill
Principal
Mr. Galeani
Assistant Principal
Ms. Latoya Brown
Assistant Principal
THANK YOU FOR
AT T E N D I N G
TRANSITION-TO-HIGH
SCHOOL
PARENT NIGHT