STRONGSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL YEAR SCHEDULING 2015 2016 Guidance

STRONGSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL YEAR SCHEDULING 2015 -2016

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

Graduation Requirements Selection Guide Page 4

Graduation Requirements- continued Subject to Change per State Law • Students must earn 18 points on seven end-ofcourse exams in order to graduate. **These tests replace the OGT test for the Class of 2018 and beyond** • End of Course exams will be given for - English 9 & 10 - Algebra 1 & Geometry - 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)

Earning High School Credits • Credits are earned each semester • 1. 0 Credit for full-year courses • 0. 5 Credit for one-semester courses • EXCEPTION Physical Education =0. 25 credit per semester Must earn 4 credits to reach 10 th 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 transcript More information available on the website or in the student planner.

9 th Grade MUST Take Courses q q q English 9 Math Science U. S. History Health Physical Education (unless PE Waiver Eligible or doing Credit Flex) q Elective/Study Hall

9 th Grade English Options • English 9 Honors

9 th Grade Math Options Current Year Math Course Next Year Math Course Geometry / Honors Geometry Alg 2 Trig / Honors Alg 2 Trig Algebra 1 / Honors Algebra 1 Geometry / Honors Geometry Math 8 (with A, B, or C) Algebra 1 Most Students in this category For students not ready Alg 1 Integrated Math/Alg 1 Block By Teacher Recommendation Only Don’t worry, none of your teachers will look like this

9 th Grade Science Options • CPE Science • Honors Biology Note the math co-requisite for each Science course Next Year Math Course Next Year Science Course Integrated/Algebra Block CPE Science Algebra 1 CPE Science Geometry CPE Science OR Honors Biology Honors Geometry and up Honors Biology OR CPE Science

9 th Grade Social Studies Options • Principles of U. S. History • U. S. History Honors

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 Physical Education • ½ credit required, 2 semesters to graduate • Foundation of Physical Activity – to be taken 9 th grade year • Remaining. 25 credit to be taken 10 th-12 th grades • Students who participate in SHS Sports, Marching Band or Cheerleading, may be eligible for PE Waiver, waiving the P. E. Requirement. You must fill out the application. • Credit Flex may be substituted for the PE course. Health – To be taken 9 th Grade Year • Required Course (#000911) – ½ Credit

World Language Options: • French 1 • German I • Spanish I • 2 years of a World Language is recommended for College Entrance • Students who struggle with reading may struggle in these courses.

Fine Art Electives MUSIC COURSES • Freshman Band • Freshman String Orchestra • Freshman Chorus Other music classes by audition only ART COURSES • Art I • Crafts • Ceramics I & II • Printmaking • Painting • 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 10 th grade year) ELECTIVES • Business Foundations • International Business • Management Principals • Strategic Entrepreneurship • Intro to Business Technology

Industrial Technology Electives • • • Woods I Drafting I Metals I Video Technology Home Maintenance

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 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 Courses The 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

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.

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

Sample th 9 Grade Schedules 1 st Semester 2 nd Semester 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ENGLISH ALGEBRA I CPE SCIENCE U. S. HISTORY Study Hall/Lunch WORLD LANG STUDY HALL PE ENGLISH ALGEBRA I CPE SCIENCE U. S. HISTORY Study Hall/Lunch WORLD LANG STUDY HALL Health Students are NOT able to pick the periods of their courses. Classes should be entered on page 14.

Sample th 9 Grade Schedules 1 st Semester 2 nd Semester 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ENGLISH 9 ALGEBRA I CPE SCIENCE U. S. HISTORY-Hon Study Hall/Lunch WORLD LANG Draw & Design PE ENGLISH 9 ALGEBRA I CPE SCIENCE U. S. HISTORY-Hon Study Hall/Lunch WORLD LANG Woods I Health Students are NOT able to pick the periods of their courses. Classes should be entered on page 14.

Athletic Eligibility • All incoming 9 th graders must pass a minimum of 5 classes during the 4 th quarter of the 8 th grade year • If a student earns less than 2. 0 GPA during the 4 th quarter of the 8 th grade year, student will be put on an Academic contract • At SHS, must pass 5 classes (not including P. E. ) the quarter preceding the season • FALL SPORTS: CROSS-COUNTRY, SOCCER, FOOTBALL, GOLF, VOLLEYBALL, GIRLS TENNIS

CCP College Credit Plus • Get high school and college credit at the same time • Students must apply and be accepted by the Institution of Higher Learning (requires specific GPA and Placement Test score) • Both student and parent MUST attend mandatory meeting on February 11 th or 12 th at 6: 00 P. M. in the SHS Auditorium

Things to remember when selecting courses: • • The high school has an 8 period day Select English, math, science, & social studies 5 class periods minimum (Not including P. E. ) Lunch for one period Electives Maximum of 7 classes Teacher recommendations are the best guide to choosing the right 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… • • Write down all assignments and tests (planner) Study/review daily (notecards for vocab) Complete all assignments Take notes Check for teacher websites Ask for help from parents, teachers, friends Plan for tests and projects

We look forward to seeing you next year!