Scheduling Information for Current Sophomores at Preble High School --2017-18 School Year--
Survey of College Admissions Officers What element is most important when considering an applicant? Grades in AP/CEP/IB/rigorous courses 84% ACT/SAT scores 54% Class Rank 42% Grades in other/all classes 32% The key to success in college (and ACT) is the RIGOR of high school coursework.
How many credits to schedule? 6 credits = 1 study hall each semester UTL001921 – Semester 1 UTL001922 – Semester 2 6.5 credits = 1 study hall either semester UTL001924 7 credits = No study halls *GBAPS policy states “a student must carry a minimum of 6 credits a year.”
11 th Grade English Lang Arts/ Reading (Pg 31) Most juniors will need to sign up for: • English Language Arts 11 ENG033121-Semester 1 ENG033122-Semester 2 Talk to your counselor about options to make up any failed semesters of English Language Arts 9 or 10. Juniors are also able to take any of the .5 credit language arts electives in addition to their core English LA 11 class if they choose.
The following can be taken in place of English Language Arts 11 with teacher recommendation only (need teacher initials by class): Advanced English Language Arts 11 ENG033221 – Semester 1 ENG033222 – Semester 2 AP Language and Composition ( recommended BEFORE AP Literature and Composition ) ENG038121 – Semester 1 ENG038122 – Semester 2 AP Literature and Composition ENG038021 – Semester 1 ENG038022 – Semester 2 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Math (Pg 38) This is the required pathway for most students. Pre-Calculus can only be taken after ADVANCED Algebra 2. Otherwise, consider other electives. ↓↓ ↓↓ ↓↓ Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 MTH042721 MTH043121 MTH044321 MTH042722 MTH043122 MTH044322 Advanced Algebra 1 Advanced Geometry Advanced Algebra 2 MTH042821 MTH043421 MTH044821 MTH042822 MTH043422 MTH044822 Algebra 1-Enrichment Geometry – Enrichment Algebra 2-Enrichment MTH342721 MTH343121 MTH344321 MTH342722 MTH343122 MTH344322 ELV342721 ELV343121 ELV344321 ELV342722 ELV343122 ELV344322 Talk to your math teacher for their recommendation (get initials).
Science (Pg 51) Three Years of Science are Required for Graduation: Physical Science (SCI051121/SCI051122) and Biology (SCI052121/SCI052122) are needed to graduate Plus one additional year of Science (e.g. Chemistry/Conceptual Chemistry) OR Biology (SCI052121/SCI052122) Chemistry (SCI053221/SCI053222) Physics (SCI055321/SCI0553222)
Additional Science Options Conceptual Chemistry Advanced Biology SCI055021/SCI055022 SCI053321/SCI053322 Environmental Science Chemistry SCI052921/SCI052922 SCI053221/SCI053222 Energy Conservation Dynamics (SWHS or Online) AP Chemistry SCI082924 SCI056121/SCI056122 Energy & Society (SWHS or Online) Physics SCI083024 SCI055321/SCI055322 General Anatomy & Physiology (East) AP Physics 1 SCI782721/SCI782722 SCI055521/SCI055522 Medical Terminology (East) OTH782524
Equivalency classes that will count as your third Science Credit Agriscience Department (Pg 9) Advanced Plant Science and Design – AGR024124 (.5 credit) Advanced Veterinary and Animal Science – AGR012124 (.5 credit) Family and Consumer Science Department (Pg 33) Food Science Process and Production – FCS026224 (.5 credit) Nutritional Science – FCS026124 (.5 credit) Technology and Engineering Education Department (Pg 63) Principles of Engineering – TED070721/TED070722 (1 credit)
11 th Grade Social Studies (Pg 57) 11 th Grade social studies students will choose 1 class from 3 different options each semester Semester 1: Modern U.S. History – Thought & Culture SOC067224 Modern U.S. History – Race, Gender & Diversity/CEP SOC767024 Modern U.S. History – Science & Technology SOC067124 Semester 2: Modern World History – Conflict & Resolution SOC067524 Modern World History – World Religions SOC067724 Modern World History – Leaders in Crisis SOC067624 Juniors will also be able to take any of the other .5 credit social studies electives in addition to their core SS 11 classes if they choose.
Alternatives to 11 th Grade Social Studies electives -- by Teacher Recommendation Only (need initials): AP US History - SOC066121- Semester 1 SOC066122 – Semester 2 AP World History – SOC066221 – Semester 1 SOC066222 – Semester 2 The two AP social studies classes are designed to be taken together in place of SS’s 10 and the 11 th grade offerings, however, if you choose to take only one, you can take the other regular grade level class the alternate year.
Social Studies Course Changes Previous Courses 2017/2018 Courses Modern Issues Contemporary World Issues Issues of Race and Diversity Grade 11 Course Option = Race, Gender and Diversity CEP/NWTC Ancient Cultures Not Offered Introduction to Law Law and Justice Sociology Sociology CEP/NWTC Psychology Psychology CEP/NWTC Economics CEP/NWTC American Government CEP/AP
Physical Education (Pg 49) Personal Fitness - PED049724 Strength Training - PED050124 *Recreational Pursuits - PED050024 (* includes bowling fees ) Team Sports - PED049924 *Individual & Dual Sports - PED049824 (* includes bowling fees ) Physical Education 12 – PED049421/PED049422 – Only for Seniors. Must have completed the graduation requirement of 1.5 credits over 3 years. Pass/Fail Option – UTL005530 (cannot change after class starts) -You can take the same PE elective twice if desired, but not both pass/fail **PLEASE list an “alternate” Phy Ed option by #6 on your course selection sheet**
Health – HEA049024 You must have this course for graduation!! If you haven’t passed it successfully yet, take it next year or sign up for summer school at the end of this year.
Personal Financial Literacy (Pg 86) PFM083024 • Can be taken in 11 th or 12 th grade or in summer school. • Do not have to take if scored 70% or better on test-out (no credit awarded).
Elective Classes Course Descriptions (available online at www.gbaps.org or www.gbaps.org/hs/preble under Student tab) Agriscience/Natural Resources………………….pg. 9 Art…………………………………………………...pg. 12 Business Information & Technology/Marketing ……...pg. 16 Family & Consumer Science……………………..pg. 33 Music……………………………………………….pg. 45 Technology & Engineering Education………….pg. 63 World Language…………………………………..pg. 72 If interested in traveling to a different high school for a class, you would need to use your study hall and lunch to travel.
New Elective Classes Agriscience Leadership Aquaculture & Aquaponics At Southwest 1 st hour Business & Info Technology Accounting – Quickbooks Business Law & Ethics AP Principles of Computer Science Technology & Engineering Ed Metals 1 & 2 (replaces Welding) Intro to Construction (replaces Home Ownership)
Youth Options The Youth Options program was established to allow 11 th and 12 th grade students to enroll at an institution of higher education in Wisconsin to take college courses. These courses lead to credit granted toward high school gradation and post-secondary credit. Deadline to apply for the fall semester of 2017-18 school year is March 1 st , 2017 . For more information, and to download the application, go to Green Bay Area Public School’s website and tab down to Youth Options under the “Students” tab. If you have questions, please talk to your School Counselor.
Youth Apprenticeship (Pg 78) Opportunity for 11 th and 12 th graders to Benefits: prepare for a career while still in Acquire the skills needed for the job school. One & two year programs Earn wages while learning from combine academic education, occupational instruction, and work- skilled professionals based learning in the workplace Receive a regular diploma as well Designed to provide students with as a state-recognized certificate hands-on experience in the workplace upon completion of the program Applications are due March 2017 Earn advanced standing credits for All candidates are interviewed post-secondary education as well as Highly selective program high school credit More information from the Green Bay Increase career options and future Area Chamber of Commerce will come employability to your home
Youth Apprenticeship One or two year program Earn high school and college Auto collision credit. Auto Technology Drafting and Design - Eng./Mech. Job training in the specified area that student gets paid Environmental Science for and receives credit for. Financial Services Health Services Interview required. Information Technology Highly selective program. Lodging/Hospitality Logistics/Supply Chain Management Manufacturing/Machining/Industrial Equipment *Remember that you are Printing/Graphic Arts and Welding representing our high school and our district out in the community.
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