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STRONGSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
SCHOOL YEAR SCHEDULING
2015-2016
By Student Last Names•A-Co Mrs. Sislowski•Cr-Ha Ms. Hussong•He-Lo Mr. Young•Lu-Pe Ms. Davidson•Pf-Sr Mrs. Brzuski•St-Z Mrs. Williams
Guidance Counselor Assignments
Course Credits Required for Graduation
3 1/2 SOCIAL STUDIES
4 ENG LISH
4 E lectives
1 credit in...Business/Tech or
W orld Language orFine Art
1/2 Personal Finance
4 M ATH
1/2 HEALTH & 1/2 PE
3 SCIENCE
21 CREDITS
Testing Requirements
• Students will earn points on seven end-of-course exams for the following courses:
- English 9 & 10
- Algebra 1 & Geometry
- Physical Science or 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)
Graduation RequirementsThere are 3 steps to graduation.
1. Complete Courses as outlined on slide 3.
2. Take the 7 end of course exams.
3. Satisfy 1 of the following 3 criteria: Earn 18 cumulative points on seven end-of-course exams. Earn a “remediation-free” score on a nationally recognized
college admission exam such as ACT or SAT. Earn a State Board of Education-approved, industry
recognized credential or a state-issued license for practice in a career and achieve a score that demonstrates workforce readiness and employability on a job skills assessment.
http://education.ohio.gov/getattachment/Topics/What-s-Happening-with-Ohio-s-Graduation-Requiremen/Graduation-Requirements-2018-Beyond/GradReq_2018.pdf.aspx
Earning High School Credits
• Credits are earned each semester
• 1.0 Credit for full-year courses
• 0.5 Credit for one-semester courses
• EXCEPTIONPhysical Education =0.25 credit per semester
Must earn 4 credits to reach 10th 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 transcriptMore information available on the website
or in the student planner.
10th Grade MUST Take Courses
English 10 Math Science Modern World History/Nonwestern Studies Economics Personal Finance Health Physical Education
(unless PE Waiver Eligible or already completed)
10th Grade English Options
• English 10
• English 10 Honors
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10th Grade Math Options
Current Year Math Course Next Year Math Course
Double Block Math Geometry
Algebra 1 Geometry
Geometry / Honors Geometry
Algebra 2/Alg2Trig /
Honors Alg2 Trig
Hon. Algebra 2 Trig/ Alg 2 Trig Hon Pre-Calculus/Pre-Calc
New this year: Math Elective: Exploring Computer Science through Math
- Algebra 1 Pre-Req
10th Grade Science Options
Note the math co-requisite for each Science course
•Biology • Chemistry •Honors Chem
Next Year Math Course Next Year Science Course
Geometry Biology
Alg 2/Algebra 2 Trig/ Hon Alg 2 Trig
Chemistry or Honors Chem
Honors Pre-Calc Chemistry or Honors Chem
10th Grade Social Studies Options
One of the following 3 Combinations is Required:•Principles of Modern World History/Non Western•Modern World History/Non Western Studies •Honors World History/AP Human Geography
**NEW THIS YEAR**• Economics – ½ credit
Your class will be required to take a full year of Government. Taking Econ in 10th grade opens up room in 11th grade.
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 Health•Required Course (#000911) – ½ CreditPhysical Education•½ credit required, 2 semesters
Foundations –Pre -Req Leisure/Individual Activities
Competitive Team Games Walking for Fitness Physical Fitness & Yoga Weight Lifting, Speed & Agility Training•Students who participate in SHS Sports may be eligible for PE Waiver, waiving the P.E. Requirement.
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. Page 12
World Language Options:
• French I, II, or Honors II
• German I, II or Honors II
• Spanish I, II or Honors II
• 2 years of a Foreign Language is recommended for College Entrance
•Must have Prerequisite
•If you earned a D in the preceding class, the next year will be difficult
Fine Art ElectivesMUSIC COURSES• Concert Band• String Orchestra• Concert Chorus• Music Appreciation
Other music classes by audition only
ART COURSES• Art I & II • Crafts• Ceramics I & II • Printmaking• Painting • Art Exploration• 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 10th grade year)
ELECTIVES• Business Foundations• Financial Accounting• International Business• Management Principals• Managerial Accounting• Strategic Entrepreneurship• Introduction to Business Technology• Desktop & Cloud Applications• Desktop & Cloud Design& Publishing
Family/Consumer Science
• Exploring Childhood
• Foods for Fitness
• College Survival Skills
Industrial Technology Electives• Woods I & II
• Drafting I & II
• Metals I & II
• Architecture
• Video Technology
• Home Maintenance & Repair
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 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.
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 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 CoursesThe 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
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 Page 12
Athletic Eligibility
• If a student earns less than 2.0 GPA during the quarter preceding the season of participation, student will be put on an Academic contract
• At SHS, must pass 5 classes (not including P.E.) the quarter preceding the season
CCP College Credit Plus (formerly PSEOP)
• Get High School and College Credit at the Same Time • Students must apply and be accepted by the Post-
Secondary Institution (requires specific GPA and Placement Test score)
• Both student and parent MUST attend Mandatory Meeting (February 11th & 12th at 6:00 P.M.)
• If interested, indicate this when scheduling
• At this time, indicate other courses as if you will be at SHS
Online Registration• Will be done at home
• Open February 23, through March 7, 2015
• Go to www.strongnet.org
• Click on Grades in the upper right corner
• Enter you username and password to log into your PowerSchool account
• Click class registration
• Click in the check box to select your classes. Don’t forget to click OK after each class.
• Click submit after all classes have been selected
Online Registration - Continued
• You will be given your PowerSchool Login information in your second period class.
• If you do not see the class you would like, it could be because the teacher did not recommend you for the class or you did not complete the prerequisites
• If this is not the case, see your guidance counselor for help.
• Remember March 7, 2015 is the last day to register
Things to remember when selecting courses:
• It can be very hard to change electives after the schedule is created.
• Classes can only be dropped during the first 3 days of the semester
• A parent note is needed to drop/change courses• After the 3 days, level changes must be initiated
by the teacher• You must have a plan for making up failed
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…
Become an “Active Studier”…
1. “Reading Over Notes” does NOT work
2. Must make note cards or flashcards
3. Review often and out loud
4. Make Lists of materials to review
5. Moving around while studying can help
6. Check Teacher Websites
7. Ask for help from parents, teachers, & friends.
HOW TO STAY CONNECTED
For General Guidance News, Summer Programs, Deadlines, Test Prep, Website Resources, etc:
TWITTER: General News @ StrongGuidance Scholarship Info @MustangMonies
FACEBOOK: Strongsville High School Guidance
SHS GUIDANCE WEBPAGE