Advanced Academic Options at Edison High School Presentation

Advanced Academic Options at Edison High School Presentation by Max Athorn Max. athorn@mpls. k 12. mn. us Edison HS Room 331 A S

Thomas Edison Rigorous Coursework Options Graduation Requirements (a review) PSEO (Post-Secondary Enrollment Options) Concurrent Enrollment IB DP (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme) LEEF (Leadership – Entrepreneurship – Environment – Future) and Related Programs

Thomas Edison Graduation Requirements S 4 years of English S 3. 5 years of Social Studies S 3 years of Math (Algebra 1 and higher) - to Graduate S (Students encouraged to take 4 years of Math) S 3 years of Science – Physical Science, Biology, Physics or Chemistry (Students are encouraged to take 4 years of Science)

Additional Thomas Edison Graduation Requirements S 2 Semesters – Fine Arts S 1 sem of each of PE and Health S A total of 21. 5 credits or more are needed to graduate S My Life Plan Milestones = 4 each year

PSEO Post Secondary Enrollment Options S For students in grades 10 -12 (varies by institution) S Can earn High School credit and College credit after successful completion of course S Pre-application to institution required S Transferability of credits varies.

PSEO Pros and Cons Why PSEO? Why not PSEO? - Concurrent high school and college credit for courses - Could affect both GPAs negatively - Sample college atmosphere - Miss out on high school experience - Often transferable to other colleges - Transfer policies can vary. - Some coursework available at college that is not available here. - Scheduling part-time PSEO is tricky. - Rigorous preparation through IB/CIS. Research suggests IBDP = College Readiness

PSEO Deadlines S University of Minnesota: April 15, 2019 S Minneapolis Community and Technical College: S Priority: April 15, 2019 S Final: July 1, 2019 S Students can see their counselor to see if they are eligible to apply.

Concurrent Enrollment S College courses designed by a specific college and taught by an Edison teacher who has been trained. Students earn high school AND college credit immediately upon successful completion of course. *Grades will appear on an official college transcript—Transferability varies. S Current offerings: CIS Writing Studio, MCTC Algebra and Statistics, HTC Intro to Business and Entrepreneurship

IB International Baccalaureate S Thomas Edison High School is an IB World School. S A holistic program of courses based on the idea that all students need to be “citizens of the world” S Three ways to participate in IB 1. 2. 3. Full IB Diploma: Six core courses over two years plus the “Core” requirements: Theory of Knowledge class, 4000 word Extended Essay CAS (Creativity, Action and Service), finished with IB exams in courses. IB Medallion: Three IB classes of your choosing, with exams; TOK; CAS Individual IB Classes: you choose according to your interest and aptitude

WHY IB? Holistic, Internationally Minded, and Inquiry-Based Theory of Knowledge: Emphasizes thinking about how we think and learn, ties all of the subjects together. Like AP, colleges accept IB scores for credit (For example: https: //www. stthomas. edu/catalog/general/admissio ns/credits/internationalbaccalaureate/) Also like AP, colleges vary in their acceptance of those credits. Multiple assessment points: Multiple exams and internal assessments over the course of two years for all subjects.

IB Student Testimonials “I left Edison with a refreshing confidence in my future and I attribute that to the advanced courses I took. They were challenging but taught me that you grow more when you push yourself. They tested and developed my critical thinking skills, molding me to be the responsible and intelligent student they knew I could be. They prepared me, in every aspect, for college life and the hardships that come along with pursuing a post secondary education. Edison not only gave me the opportunity to challenge myself, but also held my hand when I thought I couldn’t do it, until I did. ” - Hodan Osman, Class of 2018 St. Catherine University

IB Student Testimonials "When I reminisce about participating in the IB program at Edison High School, The first thought that comes to mind are the many stressful, time consuming, long days that included staying after school on some days. Now I'll admit, it wasn't the best time of my life and I didn't want to participate most days. However, as an IB diploma alumnae now attending the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University, I can honestly say the program well prepared me for the rigorous course work I am now enduring. Coming through the door, I was ahead of many of my peers in math, English, writing, history, and critical thinking. When professors ask me how I am so prepared and groomed for the coursework, I often credit the IB diploma

IB Student Testimonials “The IB program was good for me in high school because it made work hard, amply preparing me to move on to college, while also fostering a close -knit learning environment where I could thrive. ” -Liam Davis Temple, Class of 2017 Hamline University

IB Courses Offered at Edison S Higher Level (HL) S Standard Level (SL) S English Literature S French S History of the Americas S Spanish (Lang A & B) S Business & Management S Physics S Biology S Mathematics S Math Studies S Art S Mathematics S Art S Music Theory of Knowledge (TOK) and Advisory Support for Extended Essay

Example Schedules S IB Diploma Student S IB HL English (2 yrs) S IB HL History of the Americas (2 yrs) S IB SL Math (2 yrs) S IB SL Physics (2 yrs) S IB SL Spanish (2 yrs) S IB HL Art (2 yrs) S Theory of Knowledge (1 sem per year) S IB Medallion (this is just one example, there are many possibilities!) S IB HL English (2 yrs) S IB SL Math (2 yrs) S IB HL History of the Americas (2 yrs) S Easy-PRO, Sustainable Ag. S Varsity Choir S Work Based Learning Seminar S Theory of Knowledge (1 yr of Advisory, 1 semester of the course

LEEF Program Grade 11 Grade 12 - Introduction to Business - LEEF Science (Biology or Chemistry!) - EASY-PRO Elective for Sustainable Agriculture - Art and the Envornment/Profession - Work-Based Learning Seminar (unless you’ve already done it) - 2 Period “Edison Entrepreneurship Academy” (Business and English) - Government/Economics (or IB History Yr 2) - Science - Mathematics - 2 Period RELEASE FOR INTERNSHIP

Introduction to Business S Concurrent enrollment with Hennepin Technical College S Introductory business course that will transfer to business programs across the Minnesota State system. (Potentially others) S Prerequisite to Edison Entrepreneurship Academy (Grade 12)

Work Based Learning Seminar S One period elective course S Learn soft skills of the workforce and prepare to enter the professional world S After you pass this class, you are eligible to enter real- world internships for credit during the school day. S INTERNSHIPS will be custom-fit to your own college and career aspirations!

Art as a Profession S Combination of studio fine arts class and a graphic/media arts class. S Art for business focus: S How do I create art for businesses? Style and Branding S How do I market myself as an artist? S How do I design a portfolio? S How do I build relationships with clients and businesses? S What sorts of careers are out there for an artist?

Edison Entrepreneurship Academy S 2 class period block – designed as a senior capstone course S Workplace feel – teams of students working together S English – Entrepreneurship (with Hennepin Tech credit) – Design Capstone credit all rolled into one course. S Guest instructors from public and private sector workforce S Project-based learning, with chartered projects from real community partners such as YMCA, Habitat for Humanity, City of Minneapolis, Bizzy Coffee, others

American Indian Studies Pathway S Ojibwe Language S American Indian Studies 1000 (MCTC) –Native America S Earning the bilingual seal in Ojibwe and passing the Native America course will earn you the AMERICAN INDIAN STUDIES CERTIFICATE While you are in high school!

MPS Educators Pathway Minneapolis Public Schools and MCTC have teamed up to offer coursework for High School students who think they may be interested in being teachers! - 6 MCTC credits (2 courses) - Introduction to Urban Education (EDUC 1500) - Tutoring Students in an Urban Setting (EDUC 1170) - In 4 years: PRIORITY Hiring in Minnapolis Public Schools!

Advanced Academics Course Choice Process S What do we do next? S Have a look at the sample choice sheet and think about what you want to do. S Talk to your family and your teachers about these choices. S Class choice will take place in the next few days. You’ll fill the form out and give us a preliminary indication.

Questions? S Max Athorn S Thomas Edison H. S. , Room 331 A S 612 -668 -1354 S Max. athorn@mpls. k 12. mn. us