Academic Guidance and Requirements at Frederick Douglass High School
Explore the academic structure at Frederick Douglass High School, including credit requirements for graduation, differences between middle and high school, schedule examples, and the importance of MAP scores for advanced placement. Understand the necessary credits in English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Electives, along with details on earning credits and promotion criteria. Discover how to plan your schedule and achieve success academically.
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Welcome to Frederick Douglass Welcome to Frederick Douglass High School High School Trenton Vincent Freshman Academy Lead Lester Diaz Executive Principal Alden Meade Freshman Academy Principal Danielle Turnley Freshman Academy Lead Julie Cron Freshman Academy Counselor Wendi Rogers Biomedical Sciences Counselor
What will be different next year? What will be different next year? Middle School Four 9-weeks and 4 report cards High School Two semesters of 18 weeks and 2 report cards Progress Reports are available every 6 weeks. Credits are earned by your 1st and 2nd semester grades. All elective classes are for a full year. Promotion is based on total credits. You must have 6 credits to be a sophomore. Midterms are available every 4 weeks. Final grade is an average of your 4 report card grades. Electives change every 9 weeks Promotion based on yearly grades.
How many credits do I need to graduate from How many credits do I need to graduate from Douglass? Douglass? ENGLISH 4 credits MATH 4 credits SCIENCE - 3 credits (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics) SOCIAL STUDIES - 3 credits (World History, US History, and Government) Health and Physical Education - credit of each class Humanities - 1 credit of Visual & Performing Arts OR 2 credits in any area of the arts (visual art, band, orchestra, choir, or theatre) Electives - 10 credits (pathway courses are included) *You have the opportunity to earn 32 credits at FDHS during your 4 years.
What will my schedule look like? What will my schedule look like? Semester 1 English 1 = .5 credit Semester 2 English 1 = .5 credit Math = .5 credit Math = .5 credit Science = .5 credit Science = .5 credit Freshman Seminar = .5 credit Freshman Seminar = .5 credit Health = .5 credit Physical Education = .5 credit World Language = .5 credit World Language = .5 credit Elective = .5 credit Elective = .5 credit Elective = .5 credit Elective = .5 credit
MAP Scores Matter! MAP Scores Matter! English For enrollment in Advanced English 1, students must have a MAP Reading score of 232 or above. Math Math class depends on current enrollment and proper sequence. MAP scores in the lowest 20th percentile may be enrolled in a math elective for extra support. Science Percentile in Reading and Math is used to determine placement. Top 20th percentile will be eligible for enrollment in Advanced Biology.
High School Credit in Middle School High School Credit in Middle School Students must attain performance levels expected of high school students and earn a grade of "B" or better in a high school equivalent course to obtain high school credit. High school credit classes taken in middle school will notcontribute to the student s high school GPA. Mathematics and English high school credit classes taken in middle school will count for high school credit. Students will still be required to earn four total high school math and English credits by the end of their senior year. *It is highly recommended that students still take a math and English class each year of high school. High school counselors/registrars will review transcripts of incoming 9th grade students to ensure that high school credit(s) earned in middle school will count toward the minimum graduation requirement.
Transcripts Transcripts Transcript - permanent record that shows the classes you ve taken, final grades in those classes, grade point average, test scores, etc. All Advanced and AP courses are weighted (meaning grades are on a 5.0 scale instead of a 4.0 scale) This information can be sent to colleges/universities, potential employers, etc. It s very important that you do your best!
Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship KEES Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship KEES To be eligible for a KEES yearly GPA award a high school student must: Be U.S. citizen, national or permanent resident Be a Kentucky Resident Earn at least a 2.5 GPA in any year of high school Attend and graduate from a certified Ky. High school KEES ACT bonus award, a student must have at least a 15 composite score KEES AP bonus award, a student must be on free or reduced lunch and make a qualifying score on the AP exam For more info please visit www.KHEAA.com
GPA Amount 2.50 $125 2.60 $150 KEES Base Award Amounts: 2.70 $175 2.75 $187 For each year you earn a 2.5 or better GPA, you can earn the base amount listed to the right. For instance, a high school freshman who earns a 3.5 GPA would have a $375 scholarship for each year of college. Amounts may change based on available funds. 2.80 $200 2.90 $225 3.00 $250 3.10 $275 3.20 $300 3.25 $312 3.30 $325 3.40 $350 3.50 $375 3.60 $400 3.70 $425 3.75 $437 3.80 $450 3.90 $475 4.00 $500
Freshman Academy Experiences Freshman Academy Experiences All students will attend a career exploration event!
Freshman Academy Experiences Freshman Academy Experiences During the fall semester, all students will attend a local civics event with public service professionals!
Freshman Academy Experiences Freshman Academy Experiences During the spring semester, all students will attend a college campus visit!
Advanced Placement (AP) Courses Advanced Placement (AP) Courses Freshmen can take up to 3 AP (college-level) courses: 1. AP Human Geography 2. AP Environmental Science 3. AP Seminar (prerequisite English 1 in 8th grade with a B or higher) A challenging, yet rewarding experience Requires extra effort and extensive time outside of class Studies show that students who take AP courses have more success in college Students should consider involvement in extracurricular activities, ability to work independently, and total number of AP courses they plan to take at one time Must complete an AP Course Commitment form! (Can be found on the FDHS website at bit.ly/FDHSscheduleinfo)
World Languages at Douglass World Languages at Douglass 1. Spanish (levels 1 through Dual Credit) 2. Chinese (levels 1 through 4) 3. French (levels 1 through 4) Is a World Language required for graduation? No, but for the pre-college curriculum you need 2-3 credits of the same world language. Also, a world language is highly recommended for all academies/pathways so that students can graduate with the Seal of Biliteracy. What are the Spanish pre-requisites coming in from middle school? The district has a common curriculum and assessment (administered by your teacher) for level 1 Spanish which will help in determining placement if used and students receive a Novice High Proficiency Level. Then, students may begin at level 2 as a freshman. If this is NOT used then it will be based on grade/teacher recommendation or use of STAMP test score.
3 Academic Cores + 2 Required Pathway Electives + 3 Global Electives = 8 Class Selections *And don t forget 3 Alternates! Freshmen may only request courses that are listed on this card!
Instead of choosing 3 electives, students may attend a Career & Technical Center for a half day each day (morning or afternoon). Online application required! *Locust Trace pathways: Agribusiness (Equine Studies), Ag Engineering, Environmental Science & Natural Resources, Animal Science Systems, Pre- Vet., Horticulture (Plant Science), & Food Science *Southside pathways: Industrial Technology, Carpentry, Culinary Arts, Electrical, Electronics, & Welding *Eastside pathways: Aviation, Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, Fire/EMS, Law Enforcement, & Heavy Equipment/Trucking Operation. You still must complete a full schedule (8 periods) for Douglass in the event you don t get accepted!
Douglass Academies and Pathways Douglass Academies and Pathways Includes Management & Entrepreneurship, Teaching & Learning, and Pre-law/Legal Service Professional Services Technology Includes Software Development, Game Design, Cinematography & Video Production, and Engineering Health Sciences Includes PLTW Biomedical Science, Pre-Nursing, and Allied Health
How Do I Make My Schedule Requests? How Do I Make My Schedule Requests? Visit the FDHS Guidance/Scheduling page (bit.ly/FDHSscheduleinfo) where you should do the following: 1. View the FDHS Course Directory courses and their descriptions 2. Complete the Incoming Freshman Schedule Card see courses available for freshmen 3. If applicable, complete the AP & Dual Credit Course Commitment form and/or Career and Technical Education Center online application *You have until Friday, January 27thto turn in your schedule requests to your 8th grade counselor!
How do I contact Douglass with questions? How do I contact Douglass with questions? Alden Meade alden.meade@fayette.kyschools.us Julie Cron julie.cron@fayette.kyschools.us Wendi Rogers (Biomed Counselor) wendi.rogers@fayette.kyschools.us
