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Pickerington High School Central

Class of 2018 Registration Presentation

www.pickerington.k12.oh.us

Topics Covered

• New State Testing Requirements
• Graduation Requirements
• Honors Diploma Requirements
• College and Career Ready Recommendations
• College Credit Plus Program
• Course Selection and Registration
• New PHSC schedule
• Important Dates and Deadlines

New Graduation Testing Requirements for the Class of 2018

THREE OPTIONS:

• 1. Earn 18 points on End-of-Course exams.
• 2. Earn a remediation free score on the ACT or SAT.
• 3. Earn 12 points in an approved industry-recognized

credential program and earn a workforce readiness score

• n the WorkKeys assessment.

OPTION 1: 18 points on End-of-Course Exams

Seven End-of-Course Exams: English 9 Algebra 1 American History English 10 Geometry American Government Physical Science -OR- Biology Performance Level: Graduation Points: Advanced 5 Accelerated 4 Proficient 3 Basic 2 Limited 1

Each student must earn: at least 4 points in English tests at least 4 points in Math tests at least 6 points in Science and Social Studies tests Acceptable substitutes for state tests: Advanced Placement College Credit Plus test scores grades If a state assessment was not available, a student’s grade in the course will earn them the points toward graduation.

Example of Graduation Points

Took Algebra 1 in 8th grade B 4 Took AIR Physical Science in 9th grade Proficient 3 Took PARCC English 9 Proficient 3 Took PARCC Geometry Limited 2 Took AP US History in 10th grade 3 4 Took dual credit English in 10th grade B 5 Took Amer. Govt. AIR in 11th grade Basic 1 22 total points Students must have a minimum of 18 points with at least 4 points in English, at least 4 points in Math, and at least 6 points in Science and Social Studies.

OPTION 2: Remediation Free College Readiness Score

Test will be given at school and will be FREE for juniors! Test scores can be used for college admission. Remediation free scores are: ACT SAT Reading 18 Critical Reading 450 Math 22 Math 520

OPTION 3: Certification in a skill and a passing score on WorkKeys

This option is sometimes used by students attending career and technical schools. For additional information on how to meet the graduation testing requirements through this option go to: http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Ohio-Graduation- Requirements/Graduation-Requirements-2018-and-Beyond

Pickerington Central Graduation Requirements

• English (4 credits)
• Mathematics (4 credits)

○ Must include Algebra 2 or equivalent

• Social Studies (3 credits)

○ World History (1 credit) ○ American History (1 credit) ○ Economics (0.5 credit) ○ American Government / POD (0.5 credit)

• Science (3 credits)

○ Integrated Science (1 credit) ○ Biology (1 credit) ○ Additional Science (1 credit)

Pickerington Central Graduation Requirements, continued

• Health (0.5 credit)
• Physical Education (0.5 credits)

○ Two different PE classes -OR- ○ Two PE waivers and 0.5 additional elective

• Fine Art (1 credit)

○ Art Department courses ○ Theatre Department courses ○ Music Department courses ○ Photography courses

• Electives (4 credits)

○ Any course not specifically required for graduation ○ Includes world/foreign language courses ○ Includes academics beyond those required

High School Diplomas

• Standard Diploma-student meets all

graduation requirements and meet one of three state testing options.

• Honors Diploma-a student who completes

the college preparatory curriculum shall meet 7 or 8 specified criteria.

Honor’s Diploma Criteria

• Earn 4 credits of English.
• Earn 4 credits of math including Alg. I, Alg. II, and Geometry or

higher math.

• Earn at least 4 credits of science including 1 credit of Physics

and 1 credit of Chemistry.

• Earn at least 4 credits of Social Studies.
• Earn 3 credits of one World/Foreign Language or 2 credits of

two World/Foreign Languages.

• Earn 1 credit in fine arts
• Maintain an overall grade point average of 3.5+ (unweighted)
• Earn a 27 on the ACT (or 1210 on SAT)

College and Career Readiness

Most colleges are looking for MORE than the minimum courses required for graduation.

• At least 4 credits of Science
• At least 4 credits of Social Studies
• At least 2 credits of a World Language (3+ for competitive

colleges)

• Additional courses to prepare you for the career and/or

college major you plan to study. The more exposure you have to high level academic courses, the better prepared you will be for success in college and in your career.

Pass/Fail Option

• Students may take up to 1 credit of elective courses in the

departments of technology, art, business, and/or music as pass fail each year. In addition, physical education may be taken as pass/fail.

• Courses taken as pass/fail will receive graduation credit and

will be counted towards eligibility.

• Pass/Fail forms are available in the counseling office and must

be signed by the teacher. The application must be submitted within the first four weeks of class.

• To receive credit for a pass/fail course, a student must earn at

least a D- or 60%.

• A student choosing the letter grade option (A, B, C, D, F)

must do so by the end of the course.

The College Credit Plus program (CCP) offers qualified high school students access to directly transcripted college credit. Students passing CCP classes will receive both high school and college credit for the course at no cost and without taking an exit exam. The student must meet the eligibility requirements set by the participating college for each course. (often specific ACT/SAT/COMPASS scores) The student must follow the college’s procedures and meet the college’s deadlines for enrollment.

College Credit Plus Classes

Students may enroll in college courses 1) at Pickerington High School Central 2) at local university or college campuses 3) online Classes may be taught by college faculty or Pickerington faculty with proper credentials. These courses are college courses and instructors follow the policies outlined by the college granting credit. To learn more about the College Credit Plus program, refer to pages 2-19 in the Course Registration Guide, and view the recording of the College Credit Plus Information Session held

• n February 17th.

College Credit Plus Classes

Think about your future goals and plans when selecting courses. Challenge yourself! Check the prerequisites for all of the courses you select. Select alternate courses, in case there are conflicts or classes are cancelled. Read about each course in the Registration Guide online at: www.pickerington.k12.oh.us. Discuss your options with your parents and teachers.

Choosing the Right Courses

Consult your current English teacher for advice. Required English course:

• English 11
• Honors English 11
• Honors Extended Thematic Studies 11
• AP English Language and Composition
• AP English Literature and Composition
• College Credit Plus Options

Also see available English elective courses listed on your course selection worksheet and in the Course Registration Guide.

Choosing English Courses

Consult your current math teacher for advice. Remember - You must earn at least 4 credits of math, including 1 credit of Algebra 2 to graduate. See the Course Registration Guide for math course descriptions and prerequisites:

Algebra 1 Pre-Calculus AP Statistics CCP Options: Honors Pre-Calculus

• Intro. to Statistics

Geometry College Transition Math AP Calculus AB Mathematics for Business Honors Geometry Statistics Technical Mathematics AP Calculus BC College Algebra Algebra 2 Introduction to Calculus Trigenometry Honors Algebra 2 and Discreet Math Calculus I Calculus II Industrial Mathematics

Choosing the Right Math Course

Consult your current science teacher for advice. Everyone must complete: 1 credit of Integrated (Physical) Science 1 credit of Biology 1 additional science credit Any additional science courses are considered to be advanced science

• credits. Please see the Course Registration Guide for descriptions of

each course, and any required prerequisites. Chemistry and Physics are both Honors Diploma requirements. Students may take multiple science courses, as long as they meet the

• prerequisites. Challenge yourself!

Choosing Science Courses

Consult your current social studies teacher for advice. Everyone must complete: 1 credit of World History 1 credit of American History 0.5 credit of Economics 0.5 credit of POD or American Government The Honors Diploma requires 4+ credits of social studies. There are many elective, Advanced Placement, and College Credit Plus

• ptions. Please see the Course Registration Guide for descriptions of

each course, and any required prerequisites.

Choosing Social Studies Courses

To fulfill the fine arts requirement for graduation, students must complete one credit in any of the following areas:

• Music
• Art
• Theatre
• Photography

Please see the Course Registration Guide for descriptions of each course, and any required prerequisites.

Choosing Fine Arts Courses

Consult your current world/foreign language teacher for advice. Four-year colleges generally require 2 years

• f the same world/foreign language.

Competitive colleges sometimes require 3 years of a world/foreign language. The Honors Diploma requires 3 credits of one world/foreign language,

• r 2 credits of each of 2 world/foreign languages.

Students must show proficiency before moving to the next level of a world/foreign language. Please see the Course Registration Guide for descriptions of each course, and any required prerequisites.

Choosing a World/Foreign Language Course

1) Earn 0.50 PE credit:

• Must take 2 different PE classes
• Each class earns 0.25 credit
• May take one or both classes in summer school
• See the Course Registration Guide for course descriptions.

2) Earn two PE waivers plus 0.5 extra elective credit:

• Complete 2 seasons of OHSAA sanctioned athletics,

marching band, or cheerleading.

• Complete and submit 2 PE waiver forms.
• Earn a total of at least 4.5 elective credits.

Please see the Course Registration Guide for descriptions of each physical education course.

Physical Education Options

Check each course for prerequisites! Consider your career and college plans. Consider what you enjoy. Consider class load. Always select the most challenging courses that you can handle. Provide alternate elective choices, in order of your preference.

Electives

Any student-athlete intending to participate in Division I or Division II college athletics should register with the NCAA eligibilty center at : www.eligibiltycenter.org before the end of their junior year! It is the student’s responsibility to understand the eligibilty requirements for college athletics. Students will not be eligible to participate in Division I or Division II collegiate athletics unless they have met the NCAA’s GPA, ACT/SAT test score and core course requirements. Student athletes who plan to participate in collegiate athletics should download and read the Guide for the College Bound Student Athlete before completing their online registration form.

NCAA Athletic Eligibility

Students who have applied for programs at the career and technical schools should complete their online registration form as if they will be staying at PHSC.

Please submit a full schedule request of PHSC courses.

If you are accepted to a career center program and decide to attend, your counselor will remove you from your Pickerington Central classes. The priority deadline for applying for Eastland and Fairfield Career and Technical School programs has passed. However, students may still apply for programs on a space available basis. Applictions are available in the counseling office.

Career and Technical School Programs

Pickerington Central will have a new time schedule next year: Start time: 7:55 a.m. Dismissal time: 2:55 p.m.

• 26 modular schedule
• Each module is 15 minutes
• Most classes will be 3 modules
• Some classes will be 4 modules
• Class length is indicated on the course registration worksheet
• Students are encouraged to schedule 6 classes each semester
• Students must schedule at least 5 classes each semester
• Lunch will be 2 modules

New High School Schedule

• Choose classes wisely! Consult with your teachers and parents.
• Your lunch will already be on your list of courses. (2 modules)
• Select classes to prepare you for college and/or a career.
• Challenging courses help prepare you to do well on college

entrance tests.

• Challenging courses are important in college admission

decisions.

• Challenging courses help prepare you to succeed in college and

in your career.

• Consider eligibility for athletics and activities.
• Consider class load, especially when taking AP and College Credit

Plus courses.

Your Schedule

Please select several alternate elective courses on your

• nline course request form.

Some courses may be cancelled. Some courses may have more requests than we can staff. Some courses may conflict with your other requests.

List your alternatives in priority order.

Alternate Courses

Students and parents may view a video that will show how to register online for courses for next year:

○ https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6NbN-

O8BQIvUG5hRTFZYTIwamc/view?usp=sharing

Students and parents also may read these instructions on the school website at: http://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/pickerington-central- high/courses-and-class-registration/

Registration Process

The course registration window will close on March 11th. If you do not complete your online registration by March 11th and/or if you do not choose enough courses, your counselor will create your schedule and/or add classes. You will not be permitted to make changes to this request, except as allowed by Board Policy.. You will receive a verification of the courses you chose later this spring. Counselors must follow the district schedule change policy found on the Pickerington Central website at: http://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/pickerington-central-high/courses- and-class-registration/ Remember, you will not be allowed to drop a class because you change your mind and are no longer interested in a course. Choose carefully!

Important Reminders

Next year will be an extremely important year as you prepare for college and/or your career. Make the most of it by: Selecting the most challenging courses in which you can succeed. Working hard to earn good grades. Getting involved (or staying involved) in school and/or community activities. Looking for opportunities to show leadership. Using summer break to visit colleges, gain work experience, contribute to the community, and learn about career options.

Prepare for a great Junior Year!

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