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AP-Honors Night

January 2020

• Practice fiscal responsibility.
• Increase student achievement.
• Improve transparency

throughout our communities.

Welcome President Sands

Gifted and Talented: Service Model

We offer equitable services to all identified gifted students. In grades 2-7, students are served through the cluster model in math and english classes. Middle school students also have the opportunity to take honors math in addition to being scheduled in a gifted cluster. As students transition from middle school to high school, they have many opportunities for enrichment. These enriched courses include:

• Honors Courses (New - 8th grade Honors SS)
• Advanced Placement Courses
• College Credit Plus

Gifted and Talented: Identification

Students are tested for gifted identification in grades 2-8. Elementary and middle school students that are identified as gifted in any of the following areas receive services through the cluster model. Superior Cognitive Ability -Reasoning and Problem-Solving Skills Specific Academic Ability- Reading and Math - NWEA MAP, administered 3x/year in grades 2-8 with a qualifying score: 95th percentile or higher Creative Thinking Ability- ID using a combination of an intelligence test & creative thinking behavioral checklist

Gifted and Talented: Middle School

Middle school students that are identified as gifted in the areas of creative thinking, reading, math, and/or superior cognitive are clustered together in class and provided with differentiated, rigorous, classroom instruction by their classroom teacher. Middle school students entering Honors Math will be recommended by their teachers using the Honors Math entrance rubric that weights the following criteria for enrollment:

• 1. accelerated math scores on winter MAP and AIR tests
• 2. teacher recommendation
• 3. average math grade of B or higher
• 4. gifted ID - math and/or superior cognitive

Registration Process for HS AP/Honors

Students interested in taking AP/Honors classes must meet the prerequisites listed in the registration guide. Students entering high school Honors Math or Honors Social Studies will be recommended by their teachers using the Honors entrance rubrics for each subject that weights the following criteria for enrollment:

• 1. accelerated scores on winter MAP test and most recent AIR test
• 2. teacher recommendation
• 3. average grade of B or higher in the relative subject
• 4. gifted ID - math (math req.) , reading (SS req.) and/or superior

cognitive

Graduation Requirements

• 4 credits English
• 4 credits Math (including Algebra 2)
• 3 credits Science
• 3 credits Social Studies
• 1 credit Fine Art
• ½ credit Health
• ½ credit PE
• 4 Electives
• Total = 20 credits

New Graduation Pathways

*Classes of 2020, 2021 and 2022 may utilize the 2023 PNR to meet pathway requirement #3

Class of 2021 & 2022

(entered 9th grade between 7/1/17 and 6/30/19)

Class of 2020

(entered 9th grade between 7/1/16 and 6/30/17)

Class of 2023

(entered 9th grade on or after 7/1/19 1. Complete and earn state required 20 credits and subject requirements 2. Take all 7 EOC exams 3. Meet 1 of 5 graduation pathways 1. Complete and earn state required 20 credits and subject requirements 2. Take all 7 EOC exams 3. Meet 1 of 3 graduation pathways 1. Complete and earn state required 20 credits and subject requirements 2. Take all 6 EOC exams 3. Meet the new Permanent New Requirements (PNR) a. Ohio State Tests (EOC exams) b. Industry Recognized Credential & WorkKeys exam c. College & Career Readiness Tests d. Alternative Pathway Option 1 e. Alternative Pathway Option 2 a. Ohio State Tests (EOC exams) b. Industry Recognized Credential & WorkKeys exam c. College & Career Readiness Tests Demonstrate both the following (A and B):

• A. Competency (foundational skills)

Earn a proficient score on both ELA 2 and ALG I EOC exams

• r

Retake ELA/MATH EOC exams that did not meet proficiency & choose 1 of 3 competency pathways (CCP, Career/Technical, Military Readiness)

• B. Readiness (College & Career)

Earn at least 2 diploma seals, one of which

is state defined

What are colleges looking for?

◼ Rigorous academic course load (including senior year) ◼ Well rounded experiences including community service and extracurricular activities ◼ Strong communicators/writers ◼ Anything that makes you stand out or special

◼ Summer enrichment programs ◼ Leadership ◼ Skills/talents

Honors vs. AP courses

◼ Honors courses are considered rigorous and students should be prepared for additional work and scholarly expectations ◼ AP Courses follow a curriculum that is approved by the College Board to be as rigorous as those at a college or

• university. Students may earn college credits after

successful completion of the Advanced Placement test in May. Both AP and Honors courses receive a weighted grade which will affect GPA

AP Success at College Level

(students who earn a 3 or higher)

• 1. Perform well in subsequent college courses
• 2. Are more likely to major in their AP subject or

a related discipline, particularly STEM subjects.

• 3. Take more-not less-college coursework in the

discipline.

• 4. Are more likely to graduate in 4 years.
• 5. Find opportunities that lead to success

An EDGE in College

• Earn college credit before you step foot into

college

• Earn Advanced Placement (skip introductory

courses)

• Save time and money (frees up schedule)
• Graduate on-time or early
• Stand out to colleges on high school

transcript

Expectations:

• More independent reading/work
• Content is explored more thoroughly and students

will have a higher level of understanding of the subject matter.

• More homework completed daily
• Labs will be more inquiry based and self directed
• Students will be expected to use greater critical

thinking skills and higher levels of problem solving skills and to justify their responses with supporting data

• Mature behavior/ self determination

Honors/AP Courses in English

◼ English 1 Honors ◼ English II Honors ◼ English III AP-Language and Composition ◼ English IV AP-Literature and Composition

WHY SHOULD STUDENTS TAKE AP ENGLISH COURSES?

• THOSE SCORING A “3” OR ABOVE (out of 5) ON THE EXAM WILL EARN

COLLEGE CREDIT AND THUS NOT NEED TO TAKE THEIR INTRODUCTORY COLLEGIATE COMPOSITION COURSE

• ACT/SAT SCORES: READING AND WRITING SCORES RISE AS A RESULT OF

THE COURSEWORK (MUCH MORE THAN TAKING AN ACT/SAT PREP. CLASS)

• STUDENTS REPORT FEELING MUCH MORE PREPARED FOR COLLEGE/THIS

COURSEWORK HELPS THEM SUCCEED ACROSS ALL CONTENT AREAS

• STUDENTS BECOME CRITICAL READERS, THINKERS, AND WRITERS
• WE HAVE PROVEN SUCCESS (NORMANDY STUDENT, JONAH VAN LEHN’s

FRQ #3 WAS CHOSEN AS THE “6” EXAMPLE ESSAY THAT WAS RELEASED NATIONALLY THIS YEAR WITH THE REVISED RUBRICS)

What will the exam be like?

The AP English Language and Composition Exam will test student’s understanding of the literary concepts covered in the course units, as well as your ability to analyze texts and develop written arguments based on your interpretations. Students will write three essays (40 minutes given for each) and be given an hour to take a 50-55 point Multiple Choice exam

• ver 4-6 reading passages (non-fiction).

Exam Duration 3hrs 15mins

Honors/AP Courses in Math

◼ Algebra 1 Honors (8th and 9th Grade) ◼ Geometry Honors ◼ Algebra II Honors ◼ Pre-Calculus Honors ◼ AP Calculus AB ◼ AP Statistics

AP Calculus AB

◼ Designed to be the equivalent of a first semester college calculus course devoted to topics in differential and integral calculus ◼ Features a multi-representational approach to calculus, with concepts, results, and problems expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally ◼ A sustained emphasis on clear communication of methods, reasoning, justifications, and conclusions is emphasized in this course ◼ Taken junior/senior year after successful completion of Honors Precalculus

AP Statistics

◼ Equivalent to a one-semester, introductory, non-calculus-based college course in statistics ◼ Introduces students to the major concepts and tools for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data ◼ Exploring data, sampling and experimentation, probability and simulation, and statistical inference are the four themes that will be studied

When should AP Statistics be taken?

◼ Students planning to take a science course in their senior year will benefit from taking AP Statistics in their junior year ◼ AP Statistics allows students to continue to develop their quantitative skills ◼ Students who wish to take calculus in college should include precalculus in their high school program and should consider taking AP Statistics concurrently with precalculus ◼ AP Statistics and AP Calculus can be taken concurrently, as well.

Honors/AP Courses in Science

◼ Biology I Honors ◼ Chemistry Honors ◼ Engineering Physics Honors ◼ AP Chemistry ◼ AP Physics 1: Algebra Based ◼ AP Physics C Mechanics: Calculus Based ◼ Biotechnology/ AP Biology

Honors Biology I or CCP Biology Example

◼ The CCP content taught from Tri-C’s 1500 and 1510 course is the same content as Biology I Honors and more. ◼ Differences: ◼ CCP Biology double period/Biology I Honors single period. ◼ CCP Access to Tri-C benefits ◼ CCP covers more material in same time, so bit faster paced. ◼ CCP More extensive labs due to double periods. ◼ Gain 4 credits ( 3 lecture and 1 lab) for each class. 8 total credits. ◼ Advantages of both: ◼ Both taught in house, so student has access to teacher every day. ◼ Less travel back and forth. ◼ Maintains a structured environment both school and socially.

Suggested Pathway to take AP Biology/Biotechnology

Students are eligible for 8 credits from CCC if they meet the following requirements: Must have a 2.0 GPA. The grades in these pathways is suggested only: ◼ Bio I Honors with at least a “C” average ◼ Reg Bio. I or Chem. I at least a “B” average ◼ Chem I Honors with at least a “C” average ◼ CCP Biology 1500/1510 “C” or better. Courses Listed on the transcript: ◼ Chem 1010 - 4 semester hours (Must get B in course!) ◼ Bio. 1040 – 4 semester hours (test needed = 70%) AP Exam in May can be taken ◼ And gaining a 3 or better can get from 4-5 credits depending on the College.

AP Chemistry / Dual Enrollment Chemistry

◼ The curriculum for AP Chemistry is the same as the curriculum for College Chemistry I and Chemistry II lecture and lab. ◼ Students receive 10 college credits through Tri-C which can transfer to any state school in Ohio. Students may also receive AP credit by taking the AP Chemistry exam. ◼ Teacher recommendation required and students must be registered as CCP students to receive credit through Tri-C.

AP Physics 1 / AP Physics C

◼ AP Physics 1 is equivalent to a first-semester introductory college course in algebra-based physics. ◼ AP Physics C: Mechanics is equivalent to a one-semester, calculus-based, college-level physics course, especially appropriate for students planning to specialize or major in science or engineering and should be taken concurrently or after calculus. ◼ Both courses fulfill high school physics requirements.

Examples of Pathway Credits earned:

• Your child takes: (non max.)
• Biology I Honors (NCC)
• Chemistry I Honors
• AP Physics (11th) 4-5 credits

(AP test)

• r
• AP Biology/ Biotechnology

(12th) 12-13 credits (includes

AP test- 4-5 and Tri-C -8)

• r
• AP Chemistry (AP Test) or CCP
• Chem. I & II 10 Credits

Total= 16-18 credits

• Your child takes: (max.)
• CCP 1500/1510 8 credits
• AP Chemistry (AP Test) or

CCP Chem. I & II 10 Credits

• AP Physics (11th) 4-5 credits
• (AP test)
• AP Biology/ Biotechnology

(12th) 12-13 Credits (Includes AP test and Tri-C) Total= 24-26 credits

Honors/AP Courses in Social Studies

◼ 8th Grade Social Studies Honors ◼ U.S. History Honors ◼ AP World History ◼ AP U.S. History ◼ AP Macro Economics/Micro Economics ◼ AP Psychology ◼ AP Government and Politics ◼ AP European History

Honors/ AP Courses in Foreign Language

◼ Spanish/French IV Honors ◼ Spanish/French V AP

Honors/AP Courses in Art

◼ AP Studio Art ◼ Art History

Honors/AP Courses in Music

◼ AP Music Theory ◼ Exploration of the foundations of harmony and

composition; learning the practices and possibilities of creating music ◼ Connects musical performance with composition, ear training/aural skills, and music history

Scholarship Opportunities

PSAT/NMSQT ACT/SAT Naviance

• Method Test Prep

If you are on a 504 plan

• r an IEP and would like

accommodations on any

• f these tests, you MUST

see your counselor at the beginning of each year to make sure all of the appropriate paperwork gets submitted on time!

If you qualify for free/reduced lunch you may take these tests for free two times! See your counselor for fee waivers!!

Dual Enrollment & CCP

There are several CCC courses taught right in our high schools. Students will earn both high school and college credit without ever leaving their home school! Students will register for these classes during the registration process. They must also apply to CCC and take the necessary entrance exams.

Dual Enrollment

Parma Sr. High School: Art Drawing I & II 1050/1060 Biology 1500/1510 English 1010 & 1020

Information Technologies 1090

Dual Enrollment

Normandy High School ASL 1010/1020 Chemistry 1300/1310 English 1010/1020

Dual Enrollment

Valley Forge High School Biology 1500/1510 Information Technologies 1090

How does Career/Tech fit in?

AP Exams

• 1. CTE program Networking/Adv

Computers- AP Computer Principles

• 2. CTE program Visual Communications-

AP 2D and AP 3D Art

• 3. Biotechnology/AP Biology (as

discussed)

Career and Technical Education College Credits and Certifications

Specific to each pathway Links to college credits and certifications available at http://www.parmacityschools.org/careertech College credit student forms completed by CTE teachers and workforce development staff member

Career and Technical Education Spring Parent/Student Nights

Normandy High School (location rotation) Date: Feb 11, 2020 Location: Cafeteria Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Materials Needed: Students and parents- bring laptops

(Fall CTE open house dates are in November at each high school)

Additional Opportunities

Follow Up and Feedback

PCSD Website https://www.parmacityschools.org/Page/2445

• TIfgany Stropko -Assistant Superintendent of

Curriculum and Instruction

• Janine Andrzejewski-Principal of VFHS
• Rachel Urban-Principal of NHS
• Bridget Zywiec-Principal of PSH

Feedback and Q/A (link)