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Ohio Core Opt-Out Provision

Ohio Core Opt-Out Provision. (Robert) Mike Hubbell. Education Consultant Operating Standards for Ohio’s Schools Phone: (614) 644-2636 Email: robert.hubbell@education.ohio.gov Ohio Department of Education 25 South Front Street Columbus, OH 43215 education.ohio.gov. Judy Maver.

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Ohio Core Opt-Out Provision

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  1. Ohio Core Opt-Out Provision

  2. (Robert) Mike Hubbell Education Consultant Operating Standards for Ohio’s Schools Phone: (614) 644-2636 Email: robert.hubbell@education.ohio.gov Ohio Department of Education 25 South Front Street Columbus, OH 43215 education.ohio.gov

  3. Judy Maver School Counselor Email: jmaver@akron.k12.oh.us Akron Public Schools www.akronschools.com

  4. Today’s Agenda • Review the Ohio Core and Opt-Out Provisions •  Ohio Core graduation requirements •  Students who are eligible and timelines •  School’s responsibilities: • Individual Career Plan (ICP) •  Consequences and student considerations •  Alternative curriculum requirements •  Q & A

  5. OHIO Core Opt-Out ProvisionORC 3313.603(D) (D) Except as provided in division (E) of this section, a student who enters ninth grade on or after July 1, 2010, and before July 1, 2014, may qualify for graduation from a public or chartered nonpublic high school even though the student has not completed the Ohio core curriculum….

  6. Ohio Core Graduation Requirements(Started with 2010 Freshmen) What’s the Same? English Language Arts Social Studies Health Physical Education Total credits required = 20

  7. Ohio Core Graduation Requirements(Started with 2010 Freshmen) What’s New? Mathematics - 4 credits, including Alegbra II Science - 3 credits •Inquiry-Base Laboratory Experience • Third science must be “advanced” Fine Arts - two semesters completed in 7-12 Electives – 5 credits from specified list

  8. Eligible Students • Entered high school for the first time on or after July 1, 2010 • Current sophomores through current 7th-graders • Graduating Class of 2014 unless………. • Opt-Out will be discontinued unless extended in law.

  9. Why might a student seek Opt-Out? Not prepared for advanced mathematics (four credits including Algebra II) Not prepared or not interested in advanced science Career/College plans may not require the advanced mathematics or science. Be Very Careful - Many CTE Programs do either require or recommend advanced math/science. Check college admission and entrance requirements regarding math and science.

  10. Requesting Opt-Out • After attending two years of high school • File a signed written consent (OSBA guidance) • Follow ANY district or school procedures • Make sure student/parents understand ALL Opt-Out requirements and consequences.

  11. Opt-Out Consequences Cannot enroll in most four-year state colleges Exceptions: Central State Shawnee State Youngstown State Must complete 10 semester hours of dual enrollment credits under ORC 3345.06 Electronic transcripts will flag Ohio Core completion

  12. An Individual Career Plan (ICP) is Required • 1. Career Goals. Include post-graduation plans. These must include a two-year degree program or a business-industry credential or entering an apprenticeship • 2. Interests, skills and knowledge that support the career goals. • 3. High school classes related to and that support the career goals. • 4. Outside-of-school activities that support the career goals.

  13. An Individual Career Plan (ICP) is Required 5. Specialized training needed to support career goals during and after high school. 6. Career Passport or Portfolio. 7. Record of assessments both current and future.

  14. What is the Alternative Curriculum? Requirements of ORC 3313.603(B) “at a minimum” • Three math credits • Three science credits • Six electives • No semesters of Fine Arts

  15. What is the Alternative Curriculum? ORC 3313.603(E) gives districts three options for alternative curriculum: 1. As Is (the old requirements) 2. Plus additional district requirements 3. No exception – Essentially No Opt-Out, the Ohio Core is it!

  16. Students With Disabilities and the IEP Many SWD can and will complete the Ohio Core. The IEP controls the requirements for graduation, both curricular/credits and assessments/OGT.

  17. Students With Disabilities and the IEP For any SWD with an IEP that includes the Opt-Out, the ICP becomes part of the IEP. Such students would be exempt from the college consequence in the law if: The personmet the high school graduation requirements by successfully completing the person’s individualized education program developed under section 3323.08 of the Revised Code. ORC 3345.06(B)(2)

  18. OHIO Core Opt-Out Q & A

  19. OHIO Core Opt-Out www. education.ohio.gov Keyword search: “Opt-Out” Contact Information Michael Hubbell 614-644-2636 Robert.Hubbell@education.ohio.gov

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