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THE WRITE STUFF

A GUIDE TO BETTER WRITING ACROSS THE CURRICULUM

A complete copy of The Write Stuff handbook is available by clicking on the title of this section. You can print out individual pages or the entire publication. Montgomery High School supports and expects students to utilize the resources found in this handbook. Teachers and students will be using the handbook both inside and outside of class. Please have yours with you.

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Four Year Plan

Students taking a SRJC course must provide the school with a transcript in order to receive credit. Students must complete a Pathway. Beginning with the class of 2006, students must pass the California High School Exit Exams in English Language, Arts, and Math.
1 SRJC credit = 3.34 high school credits

Freshman year
Course	Credits
English	10
Math	10
Sciences	10
World Language	10
Life Skill or PE or Elective	10
Elective	10
Total credits earned for Freshman year	60
Sophomore year
Course	Credits
English	10
Math	10
Sciences	10
World History	10
Life Skill or PE or Elective	10 or 5/5
Elective	10
Total credits earned for Freshman year	60
Junior Year
Course	Credits
English	10
U S History	10
Pathway Course or Elective	10
Pathway Course or Elective	10
Elective	10
Elective	10
Total credits earned for Freshman year	60
Senior year
Course	Credits
English	10
Government / Economic	10
Pathway Course or Elective	10
Pathway Course or Elective	10
Elective	10
Elective	10
Total credits earned for Freshman year	60

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Pathways

Core Requirements to Graduate:

• 4 years English
• 3 years Social Science
• 2 years Math - one course in Algebra
• 2 years Science - one lab course
• 2 years Physical Education
• 1 year World Language
• 1 year Visual or Performing Arts
• 1 semester Life Skills (or waiver)

In addition to the above, students must select and complete a specifically designed course of study called a “Pathway”.

Pathway Options:

University - The University Pathway is a set of five courses that prepare a student for competitive application to a four-year public or private university immediately following high school graduation. All courses taken for the University Pathway must be at the Academic level or higher. University Pathway requirements exceed minimum entrance requirements for the UC and CSU systems. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that they meet all requirements for the college to which they are applying.

Career:

Career Pathways are a set of three integrated courses that build students' skills in a specific industry sector to prepare for entry level positions or advanced training and education after high school.
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Pathway Description:

	Arts, Media and Entertainment Arts, Media and Entertainment pathway is for students interested in intensive study in Drama, Dance, Music or Film. There are three career focuses in Arts and Communications: Visual Arts Performing Arts Media Communications
	Business This pathways is for students interested in Banking & Finance, Office Management or Information Technology Careers. There are five career focuses in the Business pathway: Computer Foundations Computer Applications ROP COOP (Work Experience) Desktop Publishing Accounting
	Health Careers For students interested in careers in the Medical or Sports Medicine Fields. The Health Careers pathway has a course sequence: Introductory: The Human Organism in Its Environment Skill Building: Introduction to Health Occupations Advanced Skill: Sports Medicine.
	Engineering For students interested in careers in Industrial Engineering or Drafting Technology. The Engineering Pathway has a course sequence: Introductory: Computer Foundations Skill Building: AutoCAD Advanced Skill: AutoCad
	Environmental Studies (In Development) For students interested in a career promoting care for our environment. There is a course sequence for the Environmental Studies pathway: Introductory: The Human Organism and Its Environment Skill Building: Environmental Science (pending approval) Advanced Skill: Advanced Course (Fall 2004)
	IB (Specialized Program) For students affiliated with the International Baccalaureate program of study. The IB program offers an advanced curriculum with an international focus to students in grades 11-12 . Students may participate in the complete diploma program, or they may take individual IB classes as certificate candidates . “Pre-IB” students in grades 9 and 10 take university pathway courses to prepare for the IB program.

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IB Program - International Baccalaureate information

Honors & IB Course Sequences | IB Enrollment Instructions | IB/AP Exam Schedule May 2008 | IB Course List 08-09

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IB Program overview

The International Baccalureate (IB) program, administered by the Intertnational Baccalaureate Organization in Geneva, is a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum with an international focus for grades 11 and 12. The Montgomery IB curriculum consists of six subject areas:

• Language A (English)
• Language B (Second Languages)
• Individuals and Society
• Experimental Science
• Math
• The Arts

Courses are offered at the Standard Level (1-2 year class) and Higher Level (2-year class). Students who successfully pass examinations in each subject area will receive Certificates and may earn advanced placement college credit. IB Diplomas require:

• Certificates in 3 Higher and 3 Standard Level courses
• The Theory of Knowledge course
• 150 hours of extra-curricular community service
• The completion of a 3500 word Extended Essay.

Enrollment in IB classes requires instructor approval, based on prior achievement, commitment, and ability in the subject. In general, the IB students seek the challenge of an intellectually rigorous curriculum, seek in-depth study in areas of their interest, and are prepared to function effectively at the college level. Standards are outlined in the individual course descriptions.

Students may participate in the complete diploma program, or they may take individual IB classes as certificate candidates. “Pre-IB” students in grades 9 and 10 take university pathway courses to prepare for the IB program. We welcome the participation of new students in our program, and parent involvement is encouraged through our IB parent group.

Regarding any questions, please contact our IB coordinator, Dorothy Battenfeld, at 528-5522 ext. 6506 or dbattenfeld@srcs.k12.ca.us for information.

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Expected School Wide Learning Environment (ESLRs)

Montgomery High School Expected School-wide Learning Results

Motivated, independent learner able to:

• Employ critical and creative thinking skills
• Define procedures necessary to gather data
• Apply problem solving skills
• Access and utilize a variety of resources, including technology

Highly effective communicator able to:

• Comprehend and communicate (both orally and in writing) concepts effectively and appropriately
• Work collaboratively toward a common goal
• Comprehend and use the languages of various disciplines

Self-aware individual able to:

• Appreciate diverse peoples, cultures, viewpoints, belief systems, and forms of expressions
• Develop personal life skills and goals, encompassing the physical, emotional, social, and professional aspects of a life-long learner
• Recognize and acquire traits important to the development of character

Montgomery High School Testing Schedule

Grades 11-12	CAHSEE California High School Exit Exam Must pass English & Math for Graduation	Nov. 6th & 7th
All Grades 10 & 12 make-ups	CAHSEE California High School Exit Exam Must pass English & Math for Graduation	Feb. 5th & 6th
Grades 10, 11, 12 (Make ups only)	CAHSEE California High School Exit Exam Must pass English & Math for Graduation	March 11th & 12th
Grade 11	Early Writing College Assessment	March 10th-14th
Grade 11	Writing Standards Exam	March 5th & 6th
Grade 9-11	STAR Standardized Testing and Reporting Used to measure acquisition of California Academic Standards and Early Assessment for college placement.	April 7th - 17th
Grade 9-11	STAR Make ups	April 21th - 25th
Grade 9	Physical Education Testing	April 21st - May 8th

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