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JENKS HIGH SCHOOL

Enrollment Presentation for 2013-2014 School Year

Back to the Basics: Academics, Arts, Athletics, Activities, Attitude

• Photos contributed by Jenks High School Yearbook Staff-

• Mrs. Catterson A - B & V - Z
• Mrs. Dennis

C - G

• Mrs. Fraley

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• Ms. Nightingale Le - P
• Mrs. French

Q-U & Lead Counselor

• Mrs. Nassar

College & Career

• Mrs. Peterson

EOI Graduation Coordinator

High School Guidance Counselors

GR GRAD ADUATION UATION REQ REQUI UIREM REMENTS ENTS

• 1. Earn 23 Credits

2. EOI Tests 3. Take & Pass required Core Classes

• 4. Financial Literacy Passport

Earning 23 Credits: Add it up . . . 9th = 6 credits earned

10th grade= 12 credits total 11th grade= 18 credits total

16 CREDITS REQUIRED TO BE A SENIOR!

12th grade = 24 credits total

End-of-Instruction/EOI Tests Linked to Graduation:

TO RECEIVE A DIPLOMA All 3 of the following must be met:

• 1. Must pass:

English 10 Algebra 1

• 2. Must pass two of the following:

English 11, Geometry, Algebra II Biology, US History

• 3. Must take all tests if you take the course --

even if you’ve met the above passing scores.

Take and Pass Required courses CHOOSE YOUR GRADUATION PATHWAY:

• 1. College Preparatory

4 Language Arts credits

3 Math credits in HS 3 Science credits 3 Social Studies credits 2 Credits Foreign Lang

• r Computer Tech

1 additional core credit 7 elective credits

• 2. Core Curriculum

4 Language Arts credits

3 Math credits in HS 3 Science credits 3 Social Studies credits 10 elective credits

English - 4 credits

10TH Grade:

English 10 or Pre-AP English 10

11th Grade:

English 11 or AP Language and Composition

12th Grade:

English 12 or AP Englis

ish h Literature erature and Compos positio ition n Concurrent current Enrol rollment ment (Freshm reshman an Comp 1 & 2)

• Language Arts courses to meet the special

needs of students are by placement only

What is an AP Course?

AP = “ ADVANCED PLACEMENT”

This is a COLLEGE LEVEL COURSE

BENEFITS:

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Prepares a student for the rigor of college

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In May, AP Students may take an exam ($90); many colleges grant college credit for specific AP test scores

SHOULD I TAKE AN AP COURSE???

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Check pre-requisites; Talk to your teachers and parents

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Some require a contract, summer assignments or an application – carefully consider your ability to complete the extra work. Make sure you want this; read the Course Commitment on the back of your Enrollment Card.

Choose one of two GRADUATION PATHWAYS to guide your course selection

• 1. College Preparatory

4 Language Arts credits 3 Math credits in HS 3 Science credits 3 Social Studies credits 2 Credits Foreign Lang

• r Computer Tech

1 additional core credit 7 elective credits

• 2. Core Curriculum

4 Language Arts credits 3 Math credits in HS 3 Science credits 3 Social Studies credits 10 elective credits

Includes core courses that meet high school graduation requirements but may not meet college admission standards.

Math - 3 credits

Algebra I, Geometry New: INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA** Algebra II or Pre-AP Algebra II Math of Finance 12th** Algebra III Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry Advanced Pre-Calculus/Trig. Business Calculus I, AP Statistics AP Calculus AB & AP Calculus BC Calc II & III /Differential Equations Linear Algebra/Advance Differential Equations

• Math courses to meet special needs of

students are by placement only

Choose one of two GRADUATION PATHWAYS to guide your course selection

• 1. College Preparatory

4 Language Arts credits 3 Math credits in HS 3 Science credits 3 Social Studies credits 2 Credits Foreign Lang

• r Computer Tech

1 additional core credit 7 elective credits

• 2. Core Curriculum

4 Language Arts credits 3 Math credits in HS 3 Science credits 3 Social Studies credits 10 elective credits

Includes core courses that meet high school graduation requirements but may not meet college admission standards.

Science - 3 credits

Life Sciences

Environmental Science I & II Marine Biology General Human Anatomy Human Anatomy and Physiology Genetics Zoology Biotechnology: Beyond CSI Forensic Science & Data Analysis AP Environmental Science Biology and AP Biology Ornithology I & Ornithology II

Physical Sciences

Geoscience Stellar Astronomy Planetary Astronomy Chemistry I Pre-AP Chemistry AP Chemistry Physics Pre-AP Physics AP Physics “B” AP Physics “C” Science courses to meet the special needs of students are by placement.

Biology is a required science

Choose one of two GRADUATION PATHWAYS to guide your course selection

• 1. College Preparatory

4 Language Arts credits 3 Math credits in HS 3 Science credits

3 Social Studies credits

2 Credits Foreign Lang

• r Computer Tech

1 additional core credit 7 elective credits

• 2. Core Curriculum

4 Language Arts credits 3 Math credits in HS 3 Science credits

3 Social Studies credits

10 elective credits

Social Studies - 3 credits OK History & Government

World History or AP World History

(10th and 11th for the 2013-14 school year)

US History (ONLY seniors who have never taken this

graduation requirement will take this class 2014-15) In the future, US History will be an 11th grade course

Social Studies courses to meet the special needs of students are by placement only

Choose one of two GRADUATION PATHWAYS to guide your course selection

College Preparatory 4 Language Arts credits 3 Math credits in HS 3 Science credits

3 Social Studies credits 2 Credits Foreign Lang

• r Computer Tech

1 additional core credit 7 elective credits Core Curriculum 4 Language Arts credits 3 Math credits in HS 3 Science credits

3 Social Studies credits

10 elective credits

World Languages

Frenc ench Latin tin Sp Spanis nish Ch Chinese nese America rican n Si Sign Language uage

Computer Science

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Choose one of two GRADUATION PATHWAYS to guide your course selection

• 1. College Preparatory

4 Language Arts credits 3 Math credits in HS 3 Science credits

3 Social Studies credits 2 Credits Foreign Lang

• r Computer Tech

1 additional core credit

7 elective credits

• 2. Core Curriculum

4 Language Arts credits 3 Math credits in HS 3 Science credits

3 Social Studies credits

10 elective credits

Includes core courses that meet high school graduation requirements but may not meet college admission standards.

Financial Literacy Passport

During grades 7–12, must show

competency in 14 areas of financial education to receive a diploma. High School classes that meet this requirement:

• 1. Financial Literacy
• 2. Financial Literacy; Leadership

and Lifeskills (JROTC I)

• 3. Math of Finance

Online options are also available; see Guidance Office

Jenks Virtual School

• Application required

To Mr. Manley

• Write on Enrollment Card as

an ALTERNATE

Acceptance based on student GPA and attendance

• 11th or 12th grade only
• May take 1 or 2 virtual courses
• 3rd or 4th hour with Tech
• NOT accepted by NCAA

Other considerations when choosing your courses:

Oklahoma’s Promise

• Need-Based Tuition

Payment Program for in-state colleges & universities

• Income eligibility

required

• Required GPA and

core courses NCAA

• Division 1 and 2

eligibility requires 16, pre-approved core courses(Not computer technology) and has GPA and ACT requirements.

More Information about these programs is in your Course Guide and the JHS College Office Webpage.

Elect Electives ives:

Exp xplo lore re car aree eer r in inte tere rests sts, , Exp xpan and d yo your r ta tale lent nts

Remember to check the “Core” Subject Areas:

Social Studies:

East Asia Studies World War II Sociology Comparative Religion Psychology AP Psychology AP European History AP Art History AP Human Geography AP American Govt & Politics / AP Comparative Govt & Politics

Look for more course choices in: World Languages and Science

Accounting I & II Financial Literacy Computer Applications I & II Pre AP Economics AP Microeconomics AP Macroeconomics Business/Personal Law I & II

Business

Fine Arts

Drawing I & II Form and Design Ceramics I & II Painting I & II Advanced 3-D Design

AP Studio Art (2-D, 3-D and Drawing Portfolio)

Speech and Debate

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petitive titive Dram amatics atics Val alue ue Deb ebat ate e I, I, II II, , II III I an and I d IV Po Poli licy cy Deb ebat ate e I, I, II II, , II III I an and I d IV For

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Drama

Introduction to Acting Theater Acting Styles & Directing Advanced Acting Trojan Players Beginning Stagecraft Advanced Stagecraft Stage Make-Up & Costuming Advanced Stage Make-Up & Costuming Introduction to Theatrical Design Stage Design Rendering Techniques

Music

Ba Band Orche hest stra ra Inst stru rumen ental tal Music c Te Techniq iques es Mixed d Choir Women’s Chorus Concer ert t Choir AP AP Music c Th Theory Showchoir ( “0” hour)

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Media Production

Introduction to Film Making & Film Studies Advanced Filmmaking & Film Studies Screenwriting Newswriting Yearbook

Teacher Signature and application required for all

Marketing Education

(Completed Contract and Teacher’s Signature Required for all Marketing Courses)

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(1-credit of Computer Tech for Graduation, not OK Promise)

Marketing Fashion Marketing Business Management Sports and Event Marketing Sports Marketing Management Advanced Fashion Marketing Marketing OJT

Family and Consumer Science

Food Prep & Nutrition I & II Adult & Family Living Marriage & Family Life Child Development Housing & Interior Design Wardrobe Planning & Construction Advance Wardrobe Planning and Construction

Agriculture Education

Agricultural Education Agricultural Communications I & II Agriculture Mechanics I & II Veterinary Science Horticulture Science I, II & III

Pre-Engineering

9th Grade: Introduction to Engineering 10th Grade: Principles of Engineering

2-Year Pre-Engineering Program

• 11th and 12th Grade
• Introduction to the field of

Engineering through hands-on projects using high-tech equipment

• Includes Pre-Calc/Trig and Calculus
• r AP Calculus or Physics

Jenks High School

and/or

• Junior & Senior programs
• Sophomores receive presentation and

enrollment information in November.

• Attend ½ day (AM or PM) at TTC
• Earn 3 credits of electives (some core)
• Explore interests through courses not

available at Jenks High School

• Prepare for college or career through

active, hands-on education.

Physical Education

Sophomore courses:

Girls Fitness Boys or Girls Weight Training Adventuring/Outdoor Education Recreational Basketball Health Athletic Medicine Competitive Athletics Student Trainer

Athletics courses require purchase of a PE Uniform

***Only one Athletic Course per semester

Competitive Athletics

• IF TRY-OUT IS REQUIRED

List as an ALTERNATE CHOICE

• A coach’s signature (TS) on the

Enrollment Card indicates a student is on the team and the sport CAN be placed as 1st choice on enrollment card

Leadership Courses

Student Body Leadership Education of the Exceptional Child Leadership I & II Air Force Jr. ROTC I – VI Office Education Senior Instructional Leader F.I.R.S.T. Robotics Team

Co Colleg llege e Pr Prepa eparation ration

AVID – “Advancement

Via Individual Determination”

Prepares students for success at a 4-year college

• Take challenging classes
• Develop skills needed in college
• College test preparation
• Application and scholarship assistance
• By Application: Mr. Fox or Ms. Temple-

Concurrent Enrollment Juniors and Seniors:

Take a college class as part of your high school schedule

• Earn BOTH high school and

college credit

• Freshman Composition 1 & 2

may replace English 12

• Free tuition for 1 or 2 courses;

Student pays fees and books Requires:

• Specific ACT/SAT sub-scores

and high school GPA

• Signed Application(available in

the High School Guidance Office)

Am I on track to

GRADUATE?

Less than 16 credits = retained as junior

If not , see your

Guidance Counselor

• Saturday School
• Summer School
• Online courses
• Re-take a failed EOI test

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The code is in the 4-digit course number; look at the last number…

0 – either semester

9060 - Health

1 – usually 1st semester 6241- Env. Science 2 – usually 2nd semester 8282 – Child Development

3 – Year-long course

7203 – World History

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What is a “TS”?

TS = “Teacher (Coach or Sponsor) Signature”

Examples: Athletics, Debate, Film, Orchestra, Marketing

I have it! = you’ve been pre-approved; Write course on your enrollment card as 1st choice No ‘TS’ = You have to wait for try-out, or for your contract to be approved or prerequisite to be confirmed. List as an ALTERNATE CHOICE on the same line as the class you want dropped

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CHECK the Course Planning Guide for :

• Prerequisite Courses or Grades
• Year-in-School Requirements
• Teacher signature (TS)

Application/Audition/Try-Out?

• Fees or Uniform Costs (electives)
• Read the Course Descriptions

Back of Enrollment Card

Course Commitment READ THIS Teachers are hired, books are purchased and other resources are allotted based on how many students sign up for each course.

Back of Enrollment Card

SIGNATURES of Parent and Student:

• Course Commitment
• Gifted Services Information
• Choose Graduation Plan

Compare the two graduation plans

Honors You May Earn:

Distinguished Graduate

Earn a cumulative 3.50 GPA No semester grade below a C 2 years of the same foreign language Specific, rigorous courses are Required, including an AP Course

Honors You May Earn

Distinguished Service Graduate

Earn 200 volunteer service hours in high school Minimum of 25 hours must be through a JHS club

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Minimum of 25 hours per year

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GPA is cumulative

• Rigorous coursework is the best

preparation for the SAT/ACT

• Check the Jenks High School College

Office website for information and links

www.jenksps.org

College Information night Monday Feb 11 6:30 pm in Bldg 6 Auditorium

HS Pre-Enrollment Timeline

Advisory

• n Feb. 7
• Receive

Enrollment card

• Schedule

conference One week to:

• Work on

Graduation Plan

• Talk to teachers

and coaches

• Teacher Signature
• Complete any

Contracts

Advisory

• Feb. 14

Turn in your completed Enrollment Card

Enrollment Conference

March h 7

4 4 - 8:00 PM

March h 8

7:45 - 11AM

• Mrs. Catterson A - B & V - Z
• Mrs. Dennis

C - G

• Mrs. Fraley

H - La

• Ms. Nightingale Le - P
• Mrs. French

Q-U & Lead Counselor

• Mrs. Nassar

College & Career

• Mrs. Peterson

EOI Graduation Coordinator

High School Guidance Counselors