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duPont Manual High School Scheduling 2013-14

CLASS OF 2017. duPont Manual High School Scheduling 2013-14. www.dupontmanual.com Click on Counselors, then Scheduling

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duPont Manual High School Scheduling 2013-14

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  1. CLASS OF 2017 duPont Manual High SchoolScheduling 2013-14

  2. www.dupontmanual.com • Click on Counselors, then Scheduling • You will find a copy of the Scheduling Booklet, full course descriptions, & this scheduling PowerPoint. Where to find scheduling information?

  3. Meet Your Counselor

  4. Schedule Request Form • Newsletter/Student Records • JCPS Campus Portal/Social Studies Course Descriptions • Athletic Form • Accelerated Learning Programs What’s in your packet?

  5. #1 high school in the state for academics • One of the top high schools in the nation • Colleges recognize Manual students • 97% of our students go to 4-year universities • 42 National Merit & Achievement Semifinalists • and Hispanic Scholars • 70% of students have 3.0 GPA or higher • Average ACT composite score of 25.7 Why Manual?

  6. Very competitive environment • Heavy, demanding work-load • Must have strong, consistent study habits • Can be a stressful atmosphere • Must be organized It is a privilege to be a Manual student!But, with this privilege comes great responsibility…

  7. Time Management • Good Attendance • Get Organized • Know Your Teachers’ Rules • Ask for Help • Get to Know Your Teachers and Counselor • Get Involved • Make a Friend in Each Class • Use Your Agenda Book • Get a Life! All work and no play is not the answer! • Parental Support How to handle “Manual”?

  8. Use your agenda book • Separate notebooks/binders/folders for each class • 2 backpacks • Do homework at home • Use your study skills time • Know your teacher’s rules • No late work • Find a friend in each class • Request homework for extended absences Get Organized!

  9. Work after school with your teacher • NHS in library (before/after school) • Forming study groups with other students in your class • Checking your grades regularly with your teacher • Use your agenda • Structure study time at home • Participate in class • Maintain healthy lifestyle Helpful Tips

  10. Don’t procrastinate—get left behind • Don’t be afraid to ask questions • It’s not at all like middle school! • Always take a study skills—you need it! • Get involved—extracurricular very important • Choose friends wisely • Never give up! • Make friends • Get help immediately—NHS tutoring or from your teacher • Study Hard! Grades/GPA begin your 9th grade year and do not go away on your transcript Top 10 things Seniors wish they had known as Freshmen!

  11. Join a club • Try out for a sport • Be in a play • Check out opportunities at YPAS if you love drama, dance, music • Leadership • Volunteer/community service Ways to Get Involved

  12. List of classes taken • Provides credit summary • Only semester grades are included • GPA: grade point average (Unweighted & Weighted) • Failed classes do not disappear • Levels of courses • Regular • Honors (Hon) • Advanced (Adv)/Math, Science, & Technology (MST) • Advanced Placement (AP) Transcript

  13. Fall Spring 1st Semester2nd Semester 1st 6-week progress report 4th 6-week progress report 2nd 6-week progress report 5th 6-week progress report 3rd 6 week Semester Grade 6th 6-week Semester Grade (final grade on transcript) (final grade on transcript) • Stay on top of your grades • Get help if you see that your grades are falling • Turn your assignments in on time • Do all of your homework assignments Grades

  14. Student - Teacher Student – Teacher - Parent Student – Teacher – Parent - Counselor Problems in a class? Student – Teacher – Parent – Counselor – Asst. Principal

  15. 4 credits in English (English I, II, III, & IV) • 3 credits in Math(Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra 2 or more advanced math – must take math all four years.) • 3 credits in Science (life, physical, earth/space) • 3 credits in Social Studies (World Civ., U.S. History, and one of economics, government, or geography) • .5 credit in Health • .5 credit in PE (or 1 year of Fundamentals of Dance) • 1 credit inHumanities(History Arts – reg. or ADV, AP Art History, Spanish Humanities, 3-VA courses, or 4 -YPAS courses in one area) • 7 – Electives (2-3 credits of the same World Language) per JCPS policy Graduation Requirements (pg. 3)

  16. Complete the ILP to 100% each year and make sure your ILP shows all classes taken. (Information will follow during the freshman school year.) • Students must meet the following ACT benchmarks: English (18); Math (22); Reading (21); and Science (24). • All students must show technology competency: • MST & HSU must take Computer Applications • J&C, VA and YPAS will either demonstrate proficiency by scoring at least 80% on the JCPS 8th grade technology assessment; or complete a Computer Applications course in high school. (Students from private school must either have a Computer Skills Standards test before the end of the 8th grade year, or you will be required to take Computer Applications one year at Manual. JCPS will give the technology test this summer, if you are interested, please call 485-3010 to register. You must complete this before you begin your freshman year.) Other Diploma Requirements

  17. Comprehensive • Honors (HNR) • Advance Program (ADV) • Mathematics, Science & Technology (MST) • Advanced Placement (AP) Course Level Descriptions (refer to pg. 4)

  18. Successful completion of 22 credits in pre-college curriculum. • Successful completion of 4 Advanced Placement courses that must include: English – 1; Science or Math – 1; Foreign Language – 1; and 1 in additional course) • Successful completion of 3 AP Exams in the subject areas of completed AP Courses. Commonwealth Diploma (pg. 4)

  19. 12 credits must be earned in Advance Program (ADV) or Advanced Placement (AP) in at least 3 of the following areas: English, Math, Science, Social Studies, World Language • ADV Humanities, AP Art History, or Spanish Humanities are required. • A cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required to stay in the program • Students must take 3 years of the same World Language. per JCPS policy Graduation Requirements for Advance Program (pg. 5)

  20. Advance Program (ADV) • JCPS incentive program • Students make a certain score on Advance Program test at the end of the 8th grade year • Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA and take 12 credits of ADV or AP courses. • Seal on your diploma • Do not have to be Advance Program to take advanced classes. per JCPS policy Advanced Placement (AP) • Most challenging courses offered at Manual. • Opportunity for college credit • Must take 4 or more AP courses to be considered most rigorous. • AP exam given at the end of year.

  21. Standard Scale A = 4 (93-100%) B = 3 (86 – 92%) C = 2 (79 – 85%) D = 1 (70 – 78%) U = 0 (0 – 69%) College Scale A = 5 (90-100%) B = 3.75 (80 – 89%) C = 2.5 (70 – 79%) D = 1.25 (60 – 69%) U = 0 (0 – 59%) *Only AP Courses Per JCPS Policy Grading System (pg. 5)

  22. Students and their parents must assume the responsibility for providing the school with a schedule. • Students are responsible for meeting with their counselor and teacher regarding academic concerns. • All students are required to request a full schedule (8 courses and 3 Alternates for electives – A1, A2, & A3). Scheduling Instructions

  23. (Turn to your Magnet Planning Sheet and follow grade 9) • High School University (p. 7) • Journalism & Communication (p.8) • Math, Science & Technology (p. 9) • Visual Arts (p. 10) Review 4-year Magnet Planning Sheet

  24. HNR English I – B’s and C’s, not a strength, prefer a regular pace • ADV English I – A’s, strength, accelerated pace Choose your level and mark it on your Magnet Planning Sheet. ENGLISH

  25. Algebra I – Have not had Algebra I • HNR Algebra I – Have had part of Alg. I but will not complete the Alg. I textbook • MST Geometry/Trig (Algebra 2) – All MST students must choose this course. • ADV Geometry – Will have completed the Algebra I textbook, math is a strength, accelerated pace (on track for Calculus AB in the senior year) (math placement test for all students) Choose your level and mark it on your Magnet Planning Sheet. MATH

  26. ADV Integrated Science – Science is a strength / accelerated pace • MST Integrated Science – All MST students must choose this course. • HNR Integrated Science – not a strength / prefer a normal paced course • Choose your level and mark it on your Magnet Planning Sheet. SCIENCE

  27. Health (½ semester) • PE (½ semester) or Fundamentals of Dance (1 full year) • Required for graduation HEALTH/PHYSICAL EDUCATION

  28. Honors World Geography • AP (Advanced Placement) Human Geography – The only AP (college level) course offered to freshman. Mature, organized, significant amount of reading. Strong comprehension skills, commitment to large amounts of reading. (J&C and VA – If you would like to take a Study Skills, please choose either Social Studies or World Language) Choose your level and mark it on your Magnet Planning Sheet. SOCIAL STUDIES

  29.  Manual offers 4 years of instruction in French, German, Latin, and Spanish to meet graduation requirements. In addition, AP classes are offered in French, Latin, and Spanish, as well as courses in Spanish Humanities and Spanish Conversation. • ADVANCED: If you have been in the Advance Program in a JCPS school and/or intend to pursue an Advance Program diploma, you should enroll in the Advance level of your chosen language whether or not you have had previous instruction in that language. • HONORS: Honors level classes teach the basic language skills at a slightly slower pace, allowing more time for practice and reinforcement of concepts. • FRENCH : Students who have had 2 or more years of French in middle school may enroll in Adv. French 2 with the recommendation of their middle school French teacher. • SPANISH: Students who have had one full year or more of Spanish will need to take a placement test to determine their level. The test will be administered on the same day as the math placement test (refer to newsletter for dates/times). • LATIN and GERMAN : Freshmen choosing these languages need to enroll in level 1, either advanced or honors. WORLD LANGUAGE

  30. Check your magnet planning sheet and mark the remaining required courses J&C Journalism I and Eng Graphic Arts MST MST/ADV Computer Applications, MST Geometry/Alg. II, MST Integrated Science VA Basic Design and Drawing/Painting HSU Computer Applications and 4 Advanced Placement (AP) courses prior to graduation MAGNET REQUIREMENTS

  31. Study Skills – Strongly recommended by faculty • Visual Art I • Computer Applications • Business Law • Business Management • Entrepreneurship • Life Skills • YPAS – courses open to non-majors (refer to newsletter) HSU & MST Students have room in their schedule to take an elective. Please mark your chosen elective with an ‘X’ but list 3 alternates, as well noted with A1, A2, and A3. (A1 – 1st choice, A2 – 2nd Choice, and A3 – 3rd choice) These are the only electives offered to freshman due to space and content. ELECTIVES

  32. On the Student Course Request sheet: *Print an email address at the top of the sheet. • Print first and last name clearly • Circle grade 9. • Circle magnet. • Place your signature and have parent/guardian place signature on appropriate line. • Select 8 classes, those noted on your Magnet Planning Sheet, and mark them with an ‘X’ on the student course request sheet. • If you were able to choose an elective please mark 3 alternates with an A1, A2, & A3 in the X column. • Return the completed Student Course Request form today. Scheduling Directions(Student Request Form)

  33. Please email your Counselor if you have any questions. • Mrs. Marti Johnston (Last Names – A-G) marti.johnston@jefferson.kyschools.us • Ms. Christy Teague (Last Names – H-O) christy.teague@jefferson.kyschools.us • Mrs. Amy Medley (Last Names – P-Z) amy.medley@jefferson.kyschools.us Questions

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