Freshman Scheduling Process Class of 2023 Conner High

Freshman Scheduling Process – Class of 2023 Conner High School 2019 -2020 1

• Grade Level is determined by number of credits earned, not by years of service. • • • 30 credits and 8 semesters to Graduate 22 credits and 6 semesters for Senior Status 14 credits and 4 semesters for Junior Status 7 credits and 2 semesters for Sophomore Status Grade Level is determined twice yearly, after each semester when credits are earned • Class Rank is determined by comparing the numerical averages of all final grades earned between students. • Honors Courses are indexed at 1. 02, while AP/Dual Credit Courses are indexed at 1. 04. Credits and Grades 2

• 4 credits of English • 4 or 5 credits of Math (5 if taking Algebra 1 at CHS, 4 if taking and earning credit at CMS – must include Alg. 1, Geometry, Alg. 2) • 3 credits of Social Studies (World Geography, World Civilization, US History • 3 credits of Science (Integrated Science, Biology, Chemistry or Intro to Chemistry/Physics • 1 credit of Health/PE • 1 credit of Visual and Performing Arts (HAVPA, Visual Art, any Band, or any Choir) Requirements for Graduation 3

• There a variety of courses in a variety of departments, including Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Fine Arts, Foreign Languages, Health/PE, and Career/Technical Education • Strands within CTE include Agriculture, Engineering, Computer Science, Family/Consumer Science, and Business • In the course description book are career pathways – if you have an interest in a particular field, the career pathway shows you the suggested sequence of courses – pathways must also be followed in order to participate in Senior Internship • Many programs in CTE have industry examinations to gain various industry certifications, which makes you more experienced and more employable after high school! Selecting Courses 4

• Most confusing thing about transitioning to the High School is BLOCK schedule. • Most courses are one semester (Aug-Dec or Jan-May) • Each course is one credit • Each year you have the opportunity to earn 8 credits • Choose courses wisely; class changes are difficult • Ask questions if you have them Freshman Year 5

• 1. Math: Algebra I (all year), Algebra I Accelerated (1/2 year), Geometry Honors, Algebra II Honors • 2. Science: Integrated Science, or Integrated Science Honors • 3. Social Studies: World Geography or AP Human Geography • 4. English: English I or English I Honors • 5. Health/PE: must take as Freshman • 6. Electives: Most will have two to choose. Freshman Year 6

• One of the measures of success for Conner High School is our Graduation Rate refers to the number of students who graduate in four years. Once you enter in August, the clock starts ticking, and it is your job with our help to be able to graduate on time. That’s why earning credits and staying on grade level is so important. Graduation Rate 7

Why Graduate? The Financial Impact 8

• English I Honors (85 average or above in 8 th grade English) English Options 9

• Geometry Honors/Algebra II Honors – MUST HAVE an A average in Algebra I in 8 th grade • Algebra I Accelerated – Must have either a 90% in Pre. Algebra AND PASS a 20 question placement test OR an 80 in Algebra I • Algebra I – ALL OTHER STUDENTS Math Options 10

• Math Courses at Conner High School • • • Algebra 1 (2 credits) Geometry Intro to Algebra 2/Algebra 2 Pre-Calculus 1 Pre-Calculus 2 AP Calculus AP Statistics Math for Business and Industry College Algebra Probability and Statistics Doubling Up in Math – Should You? 11

• The State of Kentucky requires that students take a minimum of one math course per year. • Conner High School is on a block schedule – Algebra 1, Calculus, and Statistics are 2 credits for all year • All other math courses are 1 credit only • Question – How far do you want to study in Mathematics? Do you really need to double up in math? Doubling up early may limit your choices later or force you into higher level math quicker – make sure you make the appropriate choice for you! Doubling Up In Math – Should You? 12

• World Geography • AP Human Geography (90% average in 8 th grade Social Studies and English) Social Studies Options 13

• • • Social Studies offers a large number of Advanced Placement Courses, including one at the freshman level Advanced Placement Courses include: • Human Geography (9 th Grade) • European History (10 th Grade) • United States History (11 th Grade) • United States Government (elective) • Psychology (elective) Regular Placement Courses: • World Geography (9 th Grade) • World Civilization (H) (10 th Grade) • United States History (H) (11 th Grade) • Psychology (Elective) • Sociology (Elective) • 50 -80’s United States History (Elective) • Global Issues (Elective) • Law and Justice (Elective) • Sociology (Elective) Social Studies Courses 14

• Regular Integrated Science • Honors Integrated Science (must have a score of 80% or above on an entrance exam) • Honors Biology (at least a B in Integrated Science Honors or an A in Integrated Science or 80% or higher on an entrance exam as an 8 th grader) is an additional option if you choose to take Honors Integrated Science Options 15

• Required: Integrated Science (H), Biology (H), Chemistry (H) or Introduction to Chemistry/Physics • AP Courses Include: Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, Physics 1, Physics 2 • Other Electives Include: Astronomy, Anatomy, Botany, Forensic Science, Zoology, Geology, Microbiology, Physics Science Courses 16

• With very few exceptions, all Freshman take PE/Health/PE 17

• If you have a “normal” schedule, you have the option for two electives • Your electives need to be placed in order of preference • You will also put two “alternates”. Choose these carefully as well, as those will be used if electives are full • If you are in band or choir, those will serve as your two electives • Other electives available in various departments, listed on the available sheet • If you sign up for a foreign language, you must sign up for I and II • Elective descriptions are available on the Conner Website (www. connerhs. com/) under “academics” Electives 18

• As a school, we are required to help students who show deficits in reading and math. We utilize STAR scores to help determine placement in Reading for College Success and/or College/Career Readiness Math. We also have remediation programs through Moby Max, Reading Assistant and Fast For. Word. • These course will be used to replace one or both of your electives if needed Remediation Classes 19

• In Kentucky, colleges and universities look for a certain set of courses successfully completed to determine admission – this is known as the Pre-College Curriculum (PCC) • Conner’s Graduation Requirements meet or exceed the PCC with one exception: • Foreign Language is not required to graduate, but it is required to meet PCC – a student must have 2 credits of the same foreign language • Spanish ( 6 levels) • Latin (6 levels) • German (6 levels) • Students who are interested in applying for the Kentucky Governor’s Scholars Program should consider taking Foreign Language by the end of the Sophomore year. Foreign Language and Pre -College Curriculum 20

• • Advanced Placement (AP) courses are college-level courses. Students take a national examination in May to determine if college credit is earned. AP Courses are available in the following classes: • Human Geography • European History • US History • Psychology • US Government • English Literature • English Language • Calculus AB and BC • Statistics • Biology • Chemistry • Environmental Science • Physics 1 and 2 • Spanish Language • Spanish Literature • Computer Science A • Computer Science Principles • Studio Art 2 D and 3 D • Music Theory • • Dual Credit courses are offered to Juniors and Seniors and allow students to take college coursework through an area university. Students earn credit upon successful completion of the course. Currently, Dual Credit courses are offered through NKU, Thomas More, and Gateway CTC, Students are able to take courses for a discounted rate. Each school has its own admission requirements; for example: • NKU – minimum 3. 00 unweighted GPA, 20 ACT if • • ACT has been taken Thomas More – 3. 5 unweighted in core coursework Gateway Early College – 3. 0 GPA, 18 Eng, 19 Math, 20 Read Advanced Placement and Dual Credit Courses 21

• • • • • • AERONAUTICS & AEROSPACE PATHWAYS (2018 -19) When a student is enrolled in their third course in a pathway they are eligible to take the Kentucky End-of-Program Test or Industry Certification # Courses are REQUIRED Aeronautics & Aerospace Flight & Aeronautics 1. Intro to Aerospace 2. Aviation Science I 3. Aviation Science II 4. Engineering & Tech Intern. Aeronautics & Aerospace Aeronautical Engineering 1. Intro to Aerospace 2. Aviation Science I 3. Fundamentals of Aeronautical Engineering 4. Special Topics in Engineering Aeronautics & Aerospace Systems Engineering 1. Intro to Aerospace 2. Fundamentals of Aeronautical Engineering 3. Space Systems Engineering I 4. Space Systems Engineering II Selecting Courses – An Example (Pathways Available at www. connerhs. com) 22

• The Boone County Area Technology Center is located at 3320 Cougar Path on the Conner Campus. It currently houses students from all Boone County schools, Walton-Verona, Beechwood, and Lloyd high schools. Current programs offered include Welding, Diesel Mechanics, Electricity, Metal Fabrication, Applied Machining, Automotive Technology, and Health Sciences/Nursing. • This is a selective program – each school is given a finite number of spaces to fill with potential candidates. At Conner, we form a committee to review applications and determine placement at the ATC. Committee members look at applications, GPA, Attendance, and Behavior as factors for selection. • Juniors and Seniors are allowed to participate in programs at the ATC. Most programs have industry certifications and college credit available. Boone County Area Technology Center 23

• Grade Point Averages are calculated based on final grades earned in courses. GPAs are calculated on an unweighted and on a weighted scale. • GPA is calculated from the 9 th grade forward – colleges will see your grades from the outset. • It is important to do well in all classes even as a Freshman, as it may have an impact on your future plans! Grade Point Averages 24

College Course ACT Subject. Area Test The ACT® Benchmark English Composition English 18 College Algebra Mathematics 22 Social Sciences Reading 22 Biology Science 23 ACT BENCHMARKS 25

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• • Governor’s Scholars Program Governor’s School for the Arts Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs Gatton Academy for Mathematics and Sciences in Kentucky Craft Academy for Excellence in Science and Mathematics Summer Academies These programs require high GPAs, test scores, participation in extra-curriculars, etc. – it is important to be a well-rounded student! Selective Programs 27

• Required Courses: • English 1/English 1 Honors • Algebra 1 (2 credits)/Accelerated Algebra I/Geometry/Algebra II • Integrated Science/Integrated Science Honors • World Geography/AP Human Geography • Health and PE • Elective Courses: • 2 Credits th Typical 9 Grade Schedule 28

• February 28 th scheduling document will be available via Conner High School Website. Make sure you choose Freshman document • March 7 th All Scheduling documents must be completed, and turned in no later than 9 PM • Questions? email Freshman Principal, Michael. Weedman@boone. kyschools. us Important Dates/Contacts 29

• Keep in mind – if you mark it on your preregistration/Google Doc, you are saying that you are committed to taking this course – Schedules will NOT be changed without approval and a significant reason, and pre-registration forms are kept and verified! Pre-Registration 30

• Camp Conner – usually held the first week of August – students can come in, meet teachers, tour the building, find their lockers, etc. Information Events 31

• Credits Matter!! It is your number of credits that determines grade level, not years of service! • Logistical Thoughts – class changes, amount of classes, amount of homework, etc. • Drama – Stay Away From IT!!!! You are at school to learn, not to be caught up in other people’s drama!!! • Testing – EVERY test that is given to you in high school MATTERS! • Get Involved! • Use the Course Description Book • You can start thinking about life after high school early on – what it takes to get to what you want to do, what classes you need to take, what it takes to earn scholarships, etc. Things to Consider About High School 32