Lewis Cass Jr/Sr High School

1. Lewis Cass Jr/Sr High School High School Prep Meeting January 29th, 2014 Principal: Mr. Karmel Jr. High Assoc. Principal: Mr. Young High School Assoc. Principal: Mrs. Franklin School Counselor (Grades 7-9): Mrs. Hines School Counselor (Grades 10-12): Mrs. Adams

2. Agenda • 21st Century Scholars Program • Indiana Graduation Requirements & Diploma Types • Scheduling 9th Grade Courses

3. 21st Century Scholars Program • Indiana started the 21st Century Scholars in 1990 to ensure that every student can afford a college education. Guaranteed to receive up to four years of undergraduate tuition* at any participating public college or university in Indiana. • If you attend a private or an independent institution, the state will award an amount comparable to that of a public institution. If you attend a participating proprietary (private career) school, the state will award a tuition scholarship equal to that of Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana.

4. Eligibility To enroll in the 21st Century Scholars program, you must: • Be a resident of Indiana, both when you apply and when you receive the scholarship (determined by the residency of your parent or legal guardian). • Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. • Be enrolled in the 7th or 8th grade at a public school or other Indiana accredited school. Homeschooled students are not eligible for the 21st Century Scholars Program. • Fulfill the 21st Century Scholars Pledge. • Be one of the following: • A member of a family at or below the 2013-14 income maximums. (See handout.) • Placed in foster care. .

5. Scholar Pledge • I will graduate with at least a Core 40 Diploma from a high school accredited by the Indiana Department of Education. • I will achieve a cumulative high school GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. • I will apply for admission to an eligible Indiana college, university or proprietary institution as a high school senior. • I will apply on time for state and federal student financial aid (by March 10 of my senior year of high school). • I will not use illegal drugs or alcohol, or commit a crime or delinquent act.

6. APPLY!!! • Apply at www.scholars.in.gov • MUST be completed by June 30th of 8th grade year

7. Indiana’s Graduation Requirements (Class of 2016 & Beyond)

8. Education in the US • The national average high school graduation rate is 70% • 1/3 of students are dropping out • 1/3 are graduating but are unprepared for college & the workforce • 90% of the fastest growing and best-paying jobs require some post-secondary education. Those jobs will be unachievable for students who don’t get a high school diploma. Policy Perspective: The Importance and Impact of Graduation Rates. Alliance for Excellent Education, December 2010

9. Indiana’s Education Pipeline

10. The Importance of Academic Rigor • A rigorous high school academic curriculum is the single-most significant factor determining a student’s success in college • Rigorous academic preparation now wanted by employers, colleges, apprenticeship programs, and the military • Careers for students without rigorous preparation are becoming fewer • Students taking remediation in college are at a greater risk of dropping out • The more education a student receives after high school, the better chance for increasing earnings and job security

11. RigorousPreparation Core 40 with Academic Honors Core 40 with Technical Honors PostsecondarySuccess CollegeTechnical School2-year SchoolApprenticeshipMilitaryWorkforce Core 40

13. Core 40 Diploma

14. Core 40 Diploma

15. Core 40 Diploma

16. Core 40 Math - 6 credits must be earned in grades 9-12 - Students must take a math course or quantitative reasoning (QR) course each year in high school QR courses include courses that help advance a student’s ability to apply mathematics in real-world situations and contexts. Examples might includes any Math or Science course, Economics, Agriculture, Engineering and Technology

17. Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma • Students must complete a minimum of 47 credits • All required courses will be assigned a letter grade and factored into the overall GPA.

18. Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma • More rigorous academic preparation • Best preparation for college • Required at some Universities in Indiana • Provides additional financial aid for families who qualify

19. Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma • Complete all requirements for Core 40 • Earn 2 additional Core 40 math credits • Earn 6-8 credits Core 40 world language credits (6 credits in • one language or 4 credits each in two languages) • Earn 2 Core 40 fine arts credits • Earn a grade of C or above in courses that count toward the • diploma • Have a cumulative GPA of a B or above • AND…

20. Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma • Complete one of the following: • A. 4 credits in AP courses and take corresponding AP exams, • B. 6 college credits in dual credit courses from priority course list, • C. Earn two of the following: • 1. 3 college credits from priority course list, • 2. 2 credits in AP courses and take corresponding AP exams, • 3. 2 credits in IB courses and take IB exams. • D. Earn a 1750 or higher on the SAT critical reading, math, and writing sections and a minimum of 530 on each section • E. Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written section • F. Earn 4 credits in IB courses and take corresponding exams

21. Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma • Students must complete a minimum of 47 credits • All required courses will be assigned a letter grade and factored into the overall GPA.

22. Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma • Combines rigor and relevance; • Prepares students for two year or four college, • technical school, or apprenticeship; • Students gain marketable skills and, in many cases, • college credit; • Student can earn both the Core 40 with Academic • Honors and the Core 40 with Technical Honors • Diploma. • *Please see your handout for further details.

23. Indiana College Readiness 2011

24. What does ECA Stand for? POP QUIZ What courses require an ECA?

25. ISTEP+ Graduation Examination • Algebra I • English 10 • All Indiana students are required to pass the Algebra I and English 10 ECAs in order to graduate. • Students will have multiple opportunities to take the assessments. • Waiver options are available. • Students are required to take the Biology I ECA but a passing score is not required to graduate.

26. Parent’s Role • Check homework – some students may need to do more at home studying • Set a consistent time and space for studying • Review and help your child select classes • Get involved with their postsecondary preparation • Utilize PowerSchool Parent and communicate with teachers, counselors, and administration

27. Student’s Role • Focus on your current classes and stay on top of homework assignments — important skills you’ll need for success in high school and college. • Know what you need to graduate! • Reach higher - aim for classes that will challenge you. • Use your electives to explore possible careers. • Regularly checking your grades on PowerSchool

28. Scheduling Procedures • Course Book with descriptions of all courses currently offered at Lewis Cass • Create a 4-year plan • Schedule 9th grade courses on PowerSchool • Recommendations for Math & Science, when applicable, will be noted on students 4-year plan • These are based on class work, current and historical ISTEP results, Acuity Assessments and teacher recommendations.

29. What is intelligence? Howard Gardner describes eight different kinds of intelligence (1983): • Visual: Good with art and design • Linguistic: Good with words • Logical: Good with numbers and math • Kinesthetic: Good at action, movement and sports • Musical: Good with music, tone and rhythm • Interpersonal: Good at communicating with others • Intrapersonal: Good at self-reflection • Naturalistic: Good at appreciating the world and nature

30. Course Selections

31. CLASS OF 2018!!