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Goodland High School Individual Plan of Study. 2014 and Beyond. What is an Individual Plan of Study?. This is an academic and career planning guide for GHS students. It is designed as a tool to help students identify educational and career goals for the future. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Goodland High SchoolIndividual Plan of StudyGoodland High School
Individual Plan of Study
2014 and Beyond2014 and Beyond
What is an Individual Plan of Study?What is an Individual Plan of Study?◊ This is an academic and career
planning guide for GHS students.◊ It is designed as a tool to help
students identify educational and career goals for the future.
◊ This is an academic and career planning guide for GHS students.
◊ It is designed as a tool to help students identify educational and career goals for the future.
HOW WILL THIS HELP ME PREPARE FOR THE FUTURE?
HOW WILL THIS HELP ME PREPARE FOR THE FUTURE?
*Coordinate yearly class schedules and course requirements needed for high school graduation.*Perform career assessments to help determine areas of interest.*What are my most valuable skills for life and career goals?*Discover how to create a beneficial resume from work experience, to community service, to volunteering. Community service and volunteering are critical components of a good resume/application.*Discover and take advantage of job shadowing experiences.*Learn how to inquire and ask for a positive letter of recommendation.*How to package applications for scholarships.
*Coordinate yearly class schedules and course requirements needed for high school graduation.*Perform career assessments to help determine areas of interest.*What are my most valuable skills for life and career goals?*Discover how to create a beneficial resume from work experience, to community service, to volunteering. Community service and volunteering are critical components of a good resume/application.*Discover and take advantage of job shadowing experiences.*Learn how to inquire and ask for a positive letter of recommendation.*How to package applications for scholarships.
GHSGraduation Requirements
4 credits English3 credits Math
3 credits Science3 credits Social Studies
1 credit PE/Health1 credit Computer Technology
1 credit Fine Arts8 Electives
= 24 Total Credits
EnglishEnglish
Graduation requirements - 4 creditsGraduation requirements - 4 creditsFreshman = English ISophomore = English IIJunior = English III12th - English IV or
Composition I & Composition II (College English 101 and 102)Speech ½ credit Creative Writing ½ credit
Dual Credit Option
MathGraduation requirements - 3 credits
MathGraduation requirements - 3 credits
Course placement is based on assessments past performanceteacher recommendation
Course placement is based on assessments past performanceteacher recommendation
MathGraduation requirements - 3 credits
MathGraduation requirements - 3 credits
• Math Matters I (Instructor Permission)• Algebra I• Algebra II• Geometry• Applied Math I (Instructor Permission)Advanced Math Courses:• Pre-Calculus / Trigonometry
• (College Algebra - dual credit option)• Calculus (senior level) - dual credit option
• Math Matters I (Instructor Permission)• Algebra I• Algebra II• Geometry• Applied Math I (Instructor Permission)Advanced Math Courses:• Pre-Calculus / Trigonometry
• (College Algebra - dual credit option)• Calculus (senior level) - dual credit option
~~~ Trig/Pre-Calc ~~~ Trig/Pre-Calc ACT scores required: 22 on math & 18+ on readingACT scores required: 22 on math & 18+ on readingCompass scores required: 50+ on Math 69+ on reading Compass scores required: 50+ on Math 69+ on reading
~~~ English Comp I & II ~~~ English Comp I & II ACT scores required: 18+ on EnglishACT scores required: 18+ on EnglishCompass scores required: Reading 69+Compass scores required: Reading 69+
If scores are not high enough on the ACT, students If scores are not high enough on the ACT, students may take the Compass Test (can take only twice)may take the Compass Test (can take only twice)
Begin taking the ACT in Begin taking the ACT in April or June of your Sophomore year.April or June of your Sophomore year.
ACT Requirements for Dual Credit ACT Requirements for Dual Credit Classes at NORTHWEST TECHClasses at NORTHWEST TECH
Science 3 credits required for graduation
Science 3 credits required for graduation
Earth Science I (EPSCI) EPSCI IIBiology IChemistry IBiology IIChemistry II (dual credit)Physics (KBOR Scholar/dual
credit)Senior Biology (dual credit -
pending enrollment #’s)
Earth Science I (EPSCI) EPSCI IIBiology IChemistry IBiology IIChemistry II (dual credit)Physics (KBOR Scholar/dual
credit)Senior Biology (dual credit -
pending enrollment #’s)
PE/HealthPE/HealthPE/Health ~ required course Required to take your Freshman year
Elective PE Courses
Advanced PEStrength Training
PE/Health ~ required course Required to take your Freshman year
Elective PE Courses
Advanced PEStrength Training
Computer Technology
Required (QPA)Courses that qualify at GHS (alphabetical order)
Accounting I Computer Applications (basic) Computer Graphics (not offered every year) Drafting CAD Graphic Design Web Page Design
Social Studies 3 credits required for graduation
Social Studies Requirements: 1 credit of World History 1 credit American History (Junior) .5 credits American Government
(Senior) .5 Credit of Psychology, Sociology,
Current Social Issues, or Business Economics
Based on need will offer World Geo.
Fine Arts1 Credit of Art or Music Required for Graduation
Art classes– Art I– Graphic Design (Must have Art I)– Art II– Advanced Placement Art (teacher approval)
Fine Arts1 Credit of Art or Music Required for Graduation
• Music classes– Music Appreciation– Music Theory– Instrumental Music
• Band
– Vocal Music• Black & Gold Choir• X-Pressos• Women’s Ensemble
ELECTIVES
Spanish• Spanish I• Spanish II• Spanish III• Spanish IV
FOREIGN LANGUAGES
ElectivesLANGUAGE ARTS
• Yearbook – Junior and Senior
• Journalism
• Speech/Creative Writing*Can count as Senior Eng. credit
ElectivesMarketing Management
– Business Essentials– Entrepreneurship– Marketing I – Sports & Entertainment Marketing– Business Economics– Accounting– Marketing Management
ElectivesMarketing Communications
– Business Essentials– Entrepreneurship– Marketing I – Sports & Entertainment Marketing– Business Economics– Graphic Design– Computer Graphics – Web Page Design– Marketing Communications– Integrated Marketing Applications
ElectivesApplied Technology Classes
– Investigations in Technology (Introduction to Industrial Technology)
– Engineering & Design (General Drafting)– Engineering Principles (Drafting CAD)– Engineering Research & Development
(Architectural Design)– Advanced Studies in Architecture – Interior Design IIB– Cabinet Making I (Furniture/Cabinetmaking)– Cabinet Making II (Furniture/Cabinetmaking)– Cabinet Making III (Furniture/Cabinetmaking)
ElectivesFACS Classes
Consumer Services Pathway
– Introduction to Human Services– Career and Life Planning– Consumer Education– Entrepreneurship– Marketing– Career and Community Connections – Financial Fitness
ElectivesFACS Classes
Family & Community Services Pathway
– Introduction to Human Services– Career and Life Planning– Human Growth & Development– Family Studies– Consumer Education– Nutrition & Wellness– Career & Community Connections
ElectivesVocational Education
– Introduction to Agriculture Business– Introduction to Agriculture Science– Ag. Welding I/Ag Mechanics– Small Gas Engines
*Not all classes have been determined at this point
KANSAS QUALIFIED ADMISSIONS FACTS SHEET
High School Graduates 2014 and Beyond
Kansas Qualified Admissions Facts SheetHigh School Graduates 2014 and Beyond
What is Qualified Admissions? Qualified Admissions (QA) are a set of standards used by the six state universities: Emporia State, FHSU, KSU, KU, Pittsburg State and Wichita State. These standards are set by the Kansas Board of Regents, the governing body for the state universities.
*Colleges will first look at course rigor and academic performance when deciding whether or not to accept a student.
What are the new Qualified Admission standards?
Students graduating from an accredited Kansas high school under the age of 21 MUST;*Complete the precollege or KS Scholars Curriculum with at least a 2.0 GPA; AND
*Achieve ONE of the following:*ACT score of 21 or higher (math
Composite of 22) ; OR*SAT score of 980 or higher; OR*Graduate in the top 1/3 of grad. class;AND
*Achieve a 2.0 GPA or higher on any college credit taken in high school.
ENGLISH 4 approved units of English, one taken each year of high school
NATURAL 3 approved units of the following, 1 unit must be in Chemistry or Physics
SCIENCE *Biology
*Adv. Biology (2nd year Bio)
*Earth/Space Science
*Chemistry
*Physics
*Principles of Tech.
MATH 3 approved units from the following:
*Algebra I
*Geometry
*Algebra II
*Any course with Alg II as a prerequisite AND students must meet the ACT
College readiness score of 22 on the Math portion of test. OR
4 approved units, with one taken in the graduating year. 3 units selected from the following: Alg I, Geometry, Alg II. Any course with Alg II as a prerequisite. The 4th may be
prescribed by the school district and must be designated to prepare students for college
SOCIAL 3 approved units that includes instruction in
SCIENCE 3 approved units that includes instruction in
*U.S. History
*U.S. Government
*World History/Geography
FOR LANG Not required.
ELECTIVES3 approved units from the following:
*English *Math *Foreign Lang.
*Natural Science *Personal Finance *Speech, Debate, Forensics
*Social Science *Journalism *Fine Arts
*Computers/Inf. System* Career Technical Education
QUALIFIED ADMISSIONS PRECOLLEGE CURRICULUM
Kansas Board of Regents Scholars Curriculum
4 English units, 1 taken each year3 Science - Biology, Chemistry, & Physics
4th year recommended
4 Math - Algebra I*, Geometry, Algebra II + Trigonometry/Pre-Calculus or Calculus3 Social Studies2 Foreign Language (same language)
(This scholarship is typically based on need and CGPA)
NCAAAcademic Standards
* If you are planning to play sports in college, whether it be Division I or II, there are new rules and guidelines to follow. *Incoming Freshmen of 2016 and beyond students must have:
*Minimum 2.3 core GPA (increased from 2.0) along with the appropriate SAT/ACT score. *Ten of the 16 core requirements must be completed by the end of the junior year of high school.
NCAA DIVISION I16 CORE COURSES
*4 years of English*3 years of Mathematics (Algebra I or higher)*2 years of natural/physical science (1 year of lab
if offered by high school).*1 year of additional English, Math or natural/physical
science.*2 years of social science.*4 years of additional courses (from any area above,
foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy).
DIVISION II16 CORE COURSES
*3 years of English*2 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher).*2 years of natural/physical science (1 year
lab if offered by high school).*3 years of additional English, mathematics or natural/
physical science.*2 years of social science.*4 years of additional courses (from any area above, foreign language, or comparative religion/philosophy).
ASVABCAREER EXPLORATION PROGRAM
FOR JUNIORS
ASVABCAREER EXPLORATION PROGRAM
FOR JUNIORS• Your decision to enter college, technical or vocational,
military service or the civilian world of work after high school is an important one. This is why you must develop a plan.
• The ASVAB includes tests covering verbal and math skills, mechanical knowledge, electronics and several other areas.
• Students will be able to access the results along with Exploring Careers. Each student will receive a guide to explore occupations and planning the next steps to achieve a career goal. There are close to 400 occupations.
• Students can explore these and consider whether their skills, as measured by an interest inventory, match the demands of occupations that appeal to them.
• Research has shown that students who take the ASVAB experience less career indecision, enjoy greater confidence in making career decisions, and consider more thoughtfully their options than do students who do not participate in the ASVAB Program.
• Your decision to enter college, technical or vocational, military service or the civilian world of work after high school is an important one. This is why you must develop a plan.
• The ASVAB includes tests covering verbal and math skills, mechanical knowledge, electronics and several other areas.
• Students will be able to access the results along with Exploring Careers. Each student will receive a guide to explore occupations and planning the next steps to achieve a career goal. There are close to 400 occupations.
• Students can explore these and consider whether their skills, as measured by an interest inventory, match the demands of occupations that appeal to them.
• Research has shown that students who take the ASVAB experience less career indecision, enjoy greater confidence in making career decisions, and consider more thoughtfully their options than do students who do not participate in the ASVAB Program.
Career PathwaysCareer Pathways
Interest InventorySkills InventoryPlan of
CourseworkWebsite
Interest InventorySkills InventoryPlan of
CourseworkWebsite
wwwkansascareerpipeline.org.
Northwest Kansas Technical College Goodland High School
Options
Northwest Kansas Technical College Goodland High School
OptionsPart-time Senior yearFull-time Senior yearConcurrent Credit @ GHSHybrid Courses- @ GHS and
NWTechInterested? Contact the counselor
~ Mrs. Farris - Partida (Nancy) or Mr. Ferguson
Part-time Senior yearFull-time Senior yearConcurrent Credit @ GHSHybrid Courses- @ GHS and
NWTechInterested? Contact the counselor
~ Mrs. Farris - Partida (Nancy) or Mr. Ferguson
Useful Information• USD 352 Goodland District Website:
– http://www.usd352.org
• ACT-is given here Sept, Oct, Dec, Feb April and June-take AT LEAST 3 TIMES• Listen to Daily Bulletin• PSAT- Take as a Junior• PLAN-Take as a Sophomore• ASVAB- Will be given to all Juniors • ACT Prep- sign up in the Library; act.org• ACT Prep- Northwest Kansas Service Center (Fall of each year)