Before school starts incoming 9th graders are invited to attend this event
All Academic Classes are _____ minutes in length
56
How many INTRO vocational classes does a 9th grader take?
4 -- 1 for each department
How can I plan to get involved BEFORE school starts?
During Orientation in June all of the sports teams present and give out info about fall try outs!
How might the average 9th grader start their morning?
Vocational classes meet in the morning so by 10 a.m. you may have learned how to restrain a cow, plant mums, or drive a tractor!
When can I learn about fall sport offerings?
June Orientation day!
When do academic classes meet for freshman?
The afternoon
Other classes that meet during vocational time
Career and Tech
P.E.
Health
What clubs are there at the Aggie and how will I find out which ones I might be interested in?
Turf Club
Music Club
Horse Club
Kennel Club
Marine Club
Peer Leadership
Ag Mech Club
What will the first day of school look like?
You will have attended Orientation and the New Student Welcome SO you will have ALREADY met other 9th graders and upper classmen before the first day!
This training is requirement for vocational classes and is expected to be completed before the fall
OSHA 10 Training
You will take these academic courses in 9th grade!
Algebra 1, Biology, English, World History
How does timing work for vocational classes
There will be a double and single period in each 4 day rotation
How can 9th graders contribute to campus news?
The Aggie Times Column has 9th grade writers and contributors!
I'm not sure what I want to major in, how will that impact me?
Many students choose the Aggie because they love animals but end up majoring in ag mechanics or plant science because they also find their passion in these subjects!
In order to be placed accurately in Math, Science and English you will be prompted to complete this
Placement Test
Teachers use this platform to post assignments and materials
Google classroom
You see all of your classes for shortened periods and have XBlock (an activity period)
TRY OUT ANYWAY! Sports are a great way to make friends and get to know teachers and staff.
What opportunities are there to learn by doing?
Students work alongside their teachers who come to be incredible assets when it's time to apply for internships, co-op and jobs
The New Student Welcome Day is run by this group on campus
Student Leaders
Senior year students can choose the following electives:
Spanish
Eyes on American Culture
History of Modern Genocide
U.S. Gov + Civics
Creative Writing
Anatomy
Forensics
Calculus
Statistics
Intro to College Algebra
Financial Algebra
When can I get extra help or make up work that I missed if I was out?
WIN block is 30 minutes long and meets every day Tues-Friday
How do students who live far away participate in school events or sports?
A late bus runs regularly after school to transport students who live far away!
How will I know that my major is preparing me for the real world?
Junior and senior year students have the chance to apply for internships or co-ops related to their majors. This provides practical experience to give students a view of what a career in this field might look like.