STRONGSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

SCHOOL YEAR SCHEDULING

2015-2016

By Student Last Names•A-Co Mrs. Sislowski•Cr-Ha Ms. Hussong•He-Lo Mr. Young•Lu-Pe Ms. Davidson•Pf-Sr Mrs. Brzuski•St-Z Mrs. Williams

Guidance Counselor Assignments

Course Credits Required for Graduation

3 1/2 SOCIAL STUDIES

4 ENG LISH

4 E lectives

1 credit in...Business/Tech or

W orld Language orFine Art

1/2 Personal Finance

4 M ATH

1/2 HEALTH & 1/2 PE

3 SCIENCE

21 CREDITS

Testing Requirements

•  Students will earn points on seven end-of-course exams for the following courses:

- English 9 & 10

- Algebra 1 & Geometry

- Physical Science or Biology

- U.S. History & U.S. Government• Students can earn from 1-5 points for each exam,

based on their performance.(5-Advanced, 4-Accelerated, 3-Proficient, 2-Basic, 1-Limited)

Graduation RequirementsThere are 3 steps to graduation.

1. Complete Courses as outlined on slide 3.

2. Take the 7 end of course exams.

3. Satisfy 1 of the following 3 criteria: Earn 18 cumulative points on seven end-of-course exams. Earn a “remediation-free” score on a nationally recognized

college admission exam such as ACT or SAT. Earn a State Board of Education-approved, industry

recognized credential or a state-issued license for practice in a career and achieve a score that demonstrates workforce readiness and employability on a job skills assessment.

http://education.ohio.gov/getattachment/Topics/What-s-Happening-with-Ohio-s-Graduation-Requiremen/Graduation-Requirements-2018-Beyond/GradReq_2018.pdf.aspx

Earning High School Credits

• Credits are earned each semester

• 1.0 Credit for full-year courses

• 0.5 Credit for one-semester courses

• EXCEPTIONPhysical Education =0.25 credit per semester

Must earn 4 credits to reach 10th grade status

Grades & G.P.A.

• Semester Grades are Recorded on the Transcript (Your academic Record)

• A semester grade is comprised of two quarters and the semester exam.

• GPA is important for Post-High School Plans• F’s earn no credit and are NEVER removed from the

student’s transcriptMore information available on the website

or in the student planner.

10th Grade MUST Take Courses

English 10 Math Science Modern World History/Nonwestern Studies Economics Personal Finance Health Physical Education

(unless PE Waiver Eligible or already completed)

10th Grade English Options

• English 10

• English 10 Honors

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10th Grade Math Options

Current Year Math Course Next Year Math Course

Double Block Math Geometry

Algebra 1 Geometry

Geometry / Honors Geometry

Algebra 2/Alg2Trig /

Honors Alg2 Trig

Hon. Algebra 2 Trig/ Alg 2 Trig Hon Pre-Calculus/Pre-Calc

New this year: Math Elective: Exploring Computer Science through Math

- Algebra 1 Pre-Req

10th Grade Science Options

Note the math co-requisite for each Science course

•Biology • Chemistry •Honors Chem

Next Year Math Course Next Year Science Course

Geometry Biology

Alg 2/Algebra 2 Trig/ Hon Alg 2 Trig

Chemistry or Honors Chem

Honors Pre-Calc Chemistry or Honors Chem

10th Grade Social Studies Options

One of the following 3 Combinations is Required:•Principles of Modern World History/Non Western•Modern World History/Non Western Studies •Honors World History/AP Human Geography

**NEW THIS YEAR**• Economics – ½ credit

Your class will be required to take a full year of Government. Taking Econ in 10th grade opens up room in 11th grade.

World Language, Fine Art, and/or Business Requirement

• A student must complete one credit from one of the academic areas above in order to graduate.

• The 1.0 credit can be a combination of a half credit from 2 different areas.

Physical Education/Health Health•Required Course (#000911) – ½ CreditPhysical Education•½ credit required, 2 semesters

Foundations –Pre -Req Leisure/Individual Activities

Competitive Team Games Walking for Fitness Physical Fitness & Yoga Weight Lifting, Speed & Agility Training•Students who participate in SHS Sports may be eligible for PE Waiver, waiving the P.E. Requirement.

P.E. Waiver• A way to complete one’s Physical Education

requirement.

• Students receive no credit and no grade.

• Student may waive P.E. requirement by completing two full seasons of SHS athletics, cheerleading or marching band.

• Physical Education Waiver Application and more information can be found on the SHS Guidance Website.

• Students may not mix P.E. Waiver with Physical Education classes to meet the requirement. Must have 2 waivers or 2 courses, not one of each. Page 12

World Language Options:

• French I, II, or Honors II

• German I, II or Honors II

• Spanish I, II or Honors II

• 2 years of a Foreign Language is recommended for College Entrance

•Must have Prerequisite

•If you earned a D in the preceding class, the next year will be difficult

Fine Art ElectivesMUSIC COURSES• Concert Band• String Orchestra• Concert Chorus• Music Appreciation

Other music classes by audition only

ART COURSES• Art I & II • Crafts• Ceramics I & II • Printmaking• Painting • Art Exploration• Drawing and Design

1 full credit (2 Semesters) of a Fine Art is recommended for College Entrance

Business Courses

• Required: Personal Finance (To be taken during 10th grade year)

ELECTIVES• Business Foundations• Financial Accounting• International Business• Management Principals• Managerial Accounting• Strategic Entrepreneurship• Introduction to Business Technology• Desktop & Cloud Applications• Desktop & Cloud Design& Publishing

Family/Consumer Science

• Exploring Childhood

• Foods for Fitness

• College Survival Skills

Industrial Technology Electives• Woods I & II

• Drafting I & II

• Metals I & II

• Architecture

• Video Technology

• Home Maintenance & Repair

Pre-Engineering (Project Lead the Way)

INTRODUCTION TO PRE-ENGINEERING DESIGN (IED) – Year 1– Co-requisites: Algebra I, a lab fee will be charged

– This course uses a design development process while enriching problem-solving skills; students create and analyze models using specialized computer software.

•Pathway to Pre-engineering is a four-year course of study integrated into the students’ core curriculum.

•Combination of traditional math and science courses with innovative Pathway to Pre-Engineering courses prepares students for college major in engineering fields.

•Offers the the opportunity to earn college credit while still in high school.

•Courses engage students through a combination of activities-based, project-based, and problem-based learning.

Pre-Engineering (Project Lead the Way)

INTRODUCTION TO PRE-ENGINEERING DESIGN (IED) – Year 1– Co-requisites: Algebra I, a lab fee will be charged

– This course uses a design development process while enriching problem-solving skills; students create and analyze models using specialized computer software.

•Pathway to Pre-engineering is a four-year course of study integrated into the students’ core curriculum.

•Combination of traditional math and science courses with innovative Pathway to Pre-Engineering courses prepares students for college major in engineering fields.

•Offers the the opportunity to earn college credit while still in high school.

•Courses engage students through a combination of activities-based, project-based, and problem-based learning.

Honors CoursesThe Honors Student: Does extra Reading…Thoroughly Answers Essay

Questions…Fully Participates in Class Discussions…Does all Homework…Willingly does Research…Commits to Spending Time in Challenging Courses

• Students may change levels within the first 3 days of the semester…with parent permission…Beyond this, changes must be teacher initiated and only for students who are struggling with D’s or F’s

• Will have Required summer readings and/or projects

Credit Flexibility• Credit Flexibility allows students to earn credit by

demonstrating academic and skill level performance through a variety of educational options.

• Approved credit awarded through these guidelines will be posted on a student’s transcript and counted as required graduation credit in the related subject area or as an elective.

• A student must complete the Credit Flexibility Application and obtain approval PRIOR to beginning the coursework.

• See the SHS Guidance website for more information and the Application Page 12

Athletic Eligibility

• If a student earns less than 2.0 GPA during the quarter preceding the season of participation, student will be put on an Academic contract

• At SHS, must pass 5 classes (not including P.E.) the quarter preceding the season

CCP College Credit Plus (formerly PSEOP)

• Get High School and College Credit at the Same Time • Students must apply and be accepted by the Post-

Secondary Institution (requires specific GPA and Placement Test score)

• Both student and parent MUST attend Mandatory Meeting (February 11th & 12th at 6:00 P.M.)

• If interested, indicate this when scheduling

• At this time, indicate other courses as if you will be at SHS

Online Registration• Will be done at home

• Open February 23, through March 7, 2015

• Go to www.strongnet.org

• Click on Grades in the upper right corner

• Enter you username and password to log into your PowerSchool account

• Click class registration

• Click in the check box to select your classes. Don’t forget to click OK after each class.

• Click submit after all classes have been selected

Online Registration - Continued

• You will be given your PowerSchool Login information in your second period class.

• If you do not see the class you would like, it could be because the teacher did not recommend you for the class or you did not complete the prerequisites

• If this is not the case, see your guidance counselor for help.

• Remember March 7, 2015 is the last day to register

Things to remember when selecting courses:

• It can be very hard to change electives after the schedule is created.

• Classes can only be dropped during the first 3 days of the semester

• A parent note is needed to drop/change courses• After the 3 days, level changes must be initiated

by the teacher• You must have a plan for making up failed

courses

Scheduling Do’s & Don’ts:

• DO look at YOUR History• DON’T select courses based on friends• DO look at your ability – realistically• DON’T select “easy” courses• DO look at your future plans• DON’T expect to be able to easily

change your electives next year

Keys to a Successful Year…

Become an “Active Studier”…

1. “Reading Over Notes” does NOT work

2. Must make note cards or flashcards

3. Review often and out loud

4. Make Lists of materials to review

5. Moving around while studying can help

6. Check Teacher Websites

7. Ask for help from parents, teachers, & friends.

HOW TO STAY CONNECTED

For General Guidance News, Summer Programs, Deadlines, Test Prep, Website Resources, etc:

TWITTER: General News @ StrongGuidance Scholarship Info @MustangMonies

FACEBOOK: Strongsville High School Guidance

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