8 TH GRADE PARENT NIGHT COUSINO HIGH SCHOOL

8 TH GRADE PARENT NIGHT COUSINO HIGH SCHOOL – CLASS OF 2017

WELCOME COUSINO PARENTS! Ø COUNSELORS Ø Mrs. Mariani Ø A–C Ø Ø Principal – Mr. Bigelow Assistant Principals – Attendance and Discipline Ø Ms. Dodero Ø D–I Ø Mr. Abraham Ø A – Gn Ø Mr. Kuczynski Ø J – Ml Ø Mrs. Callahan Ø Go – O Ø Mr. Facione Ø Mm – Sg Ø Mr. Cwayna Ø P–Z Ø Mr. Davidson Ø Sh - Z Ø Ø Phone numbers and email addresses available on Cousino’s website http: //www. wcs. k 12. mi. us/cousino/

Agenda Graduation Requirements Ø Scheduling/Course Offering Ø Grades/Credits Ø Ø High School credit from 8 th Grade Transition To High School Ø Athletics Ø Communication/Help is Available Ø Questions? ? ? Ø

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS **All students are required to remain enrolled in six (6) credits per year and are expected to earn a total of 24 credits. A student must earn a minimum of 22. 5 credits and meet the graduation requirements listed below: English Language Arts 4. 0 credits Social Studies 3. 0 credits American History 1. 0 credit English 10 1. 0 credit World History 1. 0 credit English 11 1. 0 credit American Government 0. 5 credit English 9 1. 0 credit English 12 1. 0 credit Economics 0. 5 credit Mathematics 4. 0 credits World Languages 2. 0 credits Physical Education 0. 5 credit Geometry 1. 0 credit Health Education 0. 5 credit Algebra II 1. 0 credit Algebra I 1. 0 credit Additional Math Elective 1. 0 credit Visual, Performing or Applied Arts 1. 0 credit Elective Credits 4. 5 credits **MINIMUM GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 22. 5 CREDITS Science 3. 0 credits Biology 1. 0 credit Chemistry or Physics 1. 0 credit Additional Science Credit 1. 0 credit

9 th Grade Course Offerings Ø English Language Arts Ø Ø Ø Mathematics Ø Ø Ø English 9 -Sp. Ed Algebra 1 -Sp. Ed Geometry Acc. Geometry Science Ø Biology 1

th 9 Ø Grade Course Offerings Social Studies Ø Ø Ø World Languages Ø Ø Ø Team Sports Lifetime Sports Aerobics & Body Shaping Health WCSPA-Must Audition (SHHS) Ø Ø Spanish 1 Spanish 2 Physical Education Ø Ø American History Govern Practices Level 1 Radio/TV Broadcast (Cousino) Ø Radio 1/TV Broad 1

th 9 Grade Course Offerings Ø Business – Ø Ø Ø VPA-Art Business Tech & Mgt. (VPA) Integrated Tech I (VPA) Ø Ø Web Design 1 (VPA) Ø Draw/Paint 1 Ø Web Design 2 (VPA) Ø 3 -D Art Ø Ø Art Foundations Art History VPA-Music Ø Ø Cadet Band Other Ø Intro to Newspaper/Yearbook (VPA) Ø Power Reading 1 Ø Family Consumer Science Ø Ø Foods and Nutrition 1(VPA) MMSTC Ø MMSTC AM Ø MMSTC PM

EDP- Typical 4 Year Plan 9 th Grade 11 th Grade English 9 English 11 or AP English Biology 1 Science Elective American History Math (Algebra 2 or Pre Calc) Math (Algebra, Acc Geometry) Am. Government or Econ. Physical Education or Health Elective/VPA Spanish 1 or 2 Elective/VPA 10 th Grade 12 th Grade English 10 English 12 A or AP English 12 B or AP English Chemistry 1 or Honors Chem. 1 Chemistry 1 or Honors Chem. Math or Math Related World History Elective Math (Geometry, Acc Geometry, or Algebra 2/Trig) Elective Spanish 2 or Elective/VPA Elective/VAP Elective

TH 8 GRADE COUNTS!! CLASS OF 2017 8 th GRADE SPANISH, SCIENCE, AND ALGEBRA CLASSES ARE INCLUDED ON THE HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT AS CREDIT ONLY. The grade is not counted in the High School GPA.

Encourage Good Study Habits for your Student! 1. To be successful students should study 1 -2 hours each night. Even if a “homework” isn’t given, spend about 20 minutes every night reviewing. 2. Provide a distraction-free and well-lit place for your student to study. Do NOT allow them to study in front of the TV or with their phone. 3. Help your student prioritize their work. It’s usually best to study for tests first. After that, tackle the hardest homework. 4. Help your student to get organized - use an agenda and colored binders. 5. Help them create note cards to review class notes. 6. To do well on tests –review all along, be prepared, and arrive on time. 7. Remember the importance of rest, relaxation, exercise, and a proper diet. A nutritious breakfast will help your student stay focus.

Tips on Helping your Student Transition to High School Successfully Provide love & understanding – express your support and LISTEN to their concerns Help your student get organized and use an agenda routinely to mark down assignments Help your student establish a distraction-free place to study with a regular study routine. Set clear limits and establish Discuss their four year and firm, but fair expectations. beyond plan – college, Role model good behaviors. trade or specialty school? – talk to the school counselor. Communicate with teachers: attend open house, conferences and utilize emails, parent portal and websites. Provide healthy nutritious meals & encourage regular exercise & consistent sleep. Get involved & encourage your student to do the same – Enjoy Cousino High School! Talk about the dangers of alcohol, tobacco or other drug use; role play these scenarios & make clear the consequences.

Athletics Football (Varsity, JV, Freshmen) Cheerleading (Varsity, JV, Freshmen) Boy’s & Girl’s Basketball (Varsity, JV, Freshmen) Boy’s Soccer & Girl’s Soccer (Varsity, JV) Boy’s & Girl’s Cross Country Boy’s & Girl’s Swimming & Diving Boy’s Tennis & Girl’s Tennis Golf Volleyball (Varsity, JV, Freshmen) Wrestling (Varsity, JV) Boy’s Baseball & Girl’s Softball (V, JV) Boy’s & Girl’s Track Dance Team (V, JV) Boy’s & Girl’s Bowling (Varsity, JV) **Boy's Lacrosse **Bowling Athletic Director – Aaron Setlak 586 -698 -4585 setlak@wcskids. net

Communication & Help Teachers: Communicate w/ your student’s teacher – they are the best source of help and can recommend strategies to help your student. Parent Portal NHS tutors: Junior & Senior students volunteer time tutoring students as part of their community service requirement – Wednesdays from 7 -8 in the Media Center. Sign up in the Main office before attending. Macomb Community College Learning Center: College students provide tutoring services for a fee.

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