Lewis Cass Jr/Sr High School

High School Prep MeetingJanuary 29th, 2014

Principal: Mr. KarmelJr. High Assoc. Principal: Mr. Young

High School Assoc. Principal: Mrs. FranklinSchool Counselor (Grades 7-9): Mrs. Hines

School Counselor (Grades 10-12): Mrs. Adams

Agenda

21st Century Scholars Program Indiana Graduation Requirements

& Diploma TypesScheduling 9th Grade Courses

Indiana started the 21st Century Scholars in 1990 to ensure that every student can afford a college education. Guaranteed to receive up to four years of undergraduate tuition* at any participating public college or university in Indiana.

If you attend a private or an independent institution, the state will award an amount comparable to that of a public institution. If you attend a participating proprietary (private career) school, the state will award a tuition scholarship equal to that of Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana.

21st Century Scholars Program

To enroll in the 21st Century Scholars program, you must:Be a resident of Indiana, both when you apply and when you receive the scholarship (determined by the residency of your parent or legal guardian). Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. Be enrolled in the 7th or 8th grade at a public school or other Indiana accredited school. Homeschooled students are not eligible for the 21st Century Scholars Program. Fulfill the 21st Century Scholars Pledge. Be one of the following:

A member of a family at or below the 2013-14 income maximums. (See handout.) Placed in foster care.

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Eligibility

Scholar Pledge

I will graduate with at least a Core 40 Diploma from a high school accredited by the Indiana Department of Education.

I will achieve a cumulative high school GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

I will apply for admission to an eligible Indiana college, university or proprietary

institution as a high school senior.

I will apply on time for state and federal student financial aid (by March 10 of my

senior year of high school).

I will not use illegal drugs or alcohol, or commit a crime or delinquent act.

APPLY!!!

Apply at www.scholars.in.govMUST be completed by June 30th of 8th grade year

Indiana’s Graduation

Requirements(Class of 2016 & Beyond)

Education in the US

The national average high school graduation rate is 70%

1/3 of students are dropping out 1/3 are graduating but are unprepared for college &

the workforce 90% of the fastest growing and best-paying jobs

require some post-secondary education. Those jobs will be unachievable for students who don’t get a high school diploma.

Policy Perspective: The Importance and Impact of Graduation Rates. Alliance for Excellent Education, December 2010

Indiana’s Education Pipeline

• A rigorous high school academic curriculum is the single-most significant factor determining a student’s success in college

• Rigorous academic preparation now wanted by employers, colleges, apprenticeship programs, and the military

• Careers for students without rigorous preparation are becoming fewer

• Students taking remediation in college are at a greater risk of dropping out

• The more education a student receives after high school, the better chance for increasing earnings and job security

The Importance of Academic Rigor

Core 40 with

Academic Honors

Core 40

Core 40 with

Technical Honors

PostsecondarySuccess

CollegeTechnical

School2-year School

ApprenticeshipMilitary

Workforce

Rigorous Preparation

Core 40 DiplomaCredits Years Courses

English 8 credits 4 years• Balance of literature, composition & speech.

Math6 credits (in grades

9-12)3 years

• Algebra I• Algebra II•Geometry

**Students must take a math course or Quantitative Reasoning course each year in high school.

Science 6 credits 3 years

• Biology I• Chemistry I OR Physics I OR Integrated Chemistry/ Physics•Any Core 40 Science

Core 40 DiplomaCredits Courses

SocialStudies

6 credits

• World History & Civilization or Geography of the World • US History• US Government (one semester)• Economics (one semester

PE 2 credits PE I & PE II (one semester each)

Health & Wellness

1 credit • Health and Wellness

Core 40 DiplomaCredits Courses

DirectedElectives

5 credits

• World Languages• Fine Arts• Career-Technical Education

GeneralElectives

6 credits• College & Career Pathway courses recommended.

LocalReqts

• Speech

TOTALMinimum of 40 credits/42 at Lewis Cass

All required courses will be assigned a letter grade and factored into the overall GPA.

Core 40 Math- 6 credits must be earned in grades 9-12- Students must take a math course or quantitative reasoning (QR) course each year in high school

QR courses include courses that help advance a student’s ability to apply mathematics in real-world situations and contexts.

Examples might includes any Math or Science course, Economics, Agriculture, Engineering and Technology

Students must complete a minimum

of 47 credits

All required courses will be assigned a letter grade and factored into the overall GPA.

Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma

Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma

• More rigorous academic preparation

• Best preparation for college

• Required at some Universities in Indiana

• Provides additional financial aid for families who qualify

Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma• Complete all requirements for Core 40

• Earn 2 additional Core 40 math credits

• Earn 6-8 credits Core 40 world language credits (6 credits in

one language or 4 credits each in two languages)

• Earn 2 Core 40 fine arts credits

• Earn a grade of C or above in courses that count toward the

diploma

• Have a cumulative GPA of a B or above

AND…

Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma

Complete one of the following:A. 4 credits in AP courses and take corresponding AP exams,

B. 6 college credits in dual credit courses from priority course list,

C. Earn two of the following:

1. 3 college credits from priority course list,

2. 2 credits in AP courses and take corresponding AP exams,

3. 2 credits in IB courses and take IB exams.

D. Earn a 1750 or higher on the SAT critical reading, math, and writing sections and a minimum of 530 on each section

E. Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written section

F. Earn 4 credits in IB courses and take corresponding exams

Students must complete a minimum

of 47 credits

All required courses will be assigned a letter grade and factored into the overall GPA.

Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma

Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma• Combines rigor and relevance;

• Prepares students for two year or four college,

technical school, or apprenticeship;

• Students gain marketable skills and, in many cases,

college credit;

• Student can earn both the Core 40 with Academic

Honors and the Core 40 with Technical Honors

Diploma. *Please see your handout for further details.

Indiana College Readiness

2011

Diploma Type Enrolled in Public College

%Needing Remediation

Academic Honors 13,233 7%

Core 40 17,643 41%

General Diploma 3,060 83%

What does ECA Stand for?

WHAT COURSES REQUIRE AN ECA?

POP QUIZ

ISTEP+ Graduation Examination

Algebra I English 10

All Indiana students are required to pass the Algebra I and English 10 ECAs in order to graduate.

Students will have multiple opportunities to take the assessments.

Waiver options are available.Students are required to take the Biology I ECA but

a passing score is not required to graduate.

Parent’s Role

• Check homework – some students may need to do more at home studying

• Set a consistent time and space for studying

• Review and help your child select classes

• Get involved with their postsecondary preparation

• Utilize PowerSchool Parent and communicate with teachers, counselors, and administration

Student’s Role

• Focus on your current classes and stay on top of homework assignments — important skills you’ll need for success in high school and college. • Know what you need to graduate!• Reach higher - aim for classes that will challenge you. • Use your electives to explore possible careers.• Regularly checking your grades on PowerSchool

Scheduling Procedures

Course Book with descriptions of all courses currently offered at Lewis Cass

Create a 4-year planSchedule 9th grade courses on PowerSchoolRecommendations for Math & Science, when

applicable, will be noted on students 4-year plan These are based on class work, current and historical

ISTEP results, Acuity Assessments and teacher recommendations.

What is intelligence?

Howard Gardner describes eight different kinds of intelligence (1983):

Visual: Good with art and design Linguistic: Good with words Logical: Good with numbers and math Kinesthetic: Good at action, movement and sports Musical: Good with music, tone and rhythm Interpersonal: Good at communicating with others Intrapersonal: Good at self-reflection Naturalistic: Good at appreciating the world and nature

Course Selections

Subject Options

English English 9 or Advanced English 9 (Journalism)

Math Algebra I, Algebra I & Algebra Enrichment, Algebra II

Science Biology or Earth Space Science

Social Studies World History, Geography, or wait until 10th Grade

Physical Education PE I (first semester) and PE II (second semester)

Electives (1-3 courses per sem.) Resource Room for students in the Special Education Program, Study Hall, Agriculture, FACS, Engineering and Tech, Fine Arts, World Language

CLASS CLASS

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2018!!2018!!