FRANKLIN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

1. FRANKLIN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL WELCOME TO FCHS SCHEDULING PROGRAM Mr. Craig McCaffrey, Principal HONOR THE PAST BUILD THE FUTURE

2. COUNSELORS • Mrs. Kristin Schuetz All Freshmen • Mr. Michael Hall A-G • Mrs. Jan Henderson H-O • Mrs. Diana Hughes P-Z Counseling Department Website http://www2.fcsconline.org/counseling

3. SCHEDULINGHIGHLIGHTS • ATTEND SCHEDULING NIGHT • 8th graders RECEIVED SCHEDULE BOOKLETS ON Jan. 27 • READ AND DISCUSS COURSE PLANNING BOOKLET, GOALS, GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS, POST-SECONDARY PLANS WITH YOUR STUDENT. • KNOW THE SCHEDULE CHANGE POLICY IN THE BOOKLET • ENCOURAGE YOUR STUDENT TO TAKE THE MOST CHALLENGING COURSES HE/SHE CAN HANDLE. • CALL OR CONTACT MRS. SCHUETZ WITH ANY QUESTIONS/CONCERNS. • RETURN THE SCHEDULING FORM TO FCMS GUIDANCE OFFICE ON OR BEFORE FEB. 18

4. Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2015 • 40 or 47 credits, depending on diploma. • Passing Score on the Core 40 End of Course Assessments in Algebra and English 10. • Core 40 Diploma • Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma

5. English 8 credits Math 6 credits: Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II or a third year if student received Algebra I credit in 8th grade. Science 6 credits 2 credits Biology 2 credits from chemistry/physics/or int. chem/physics 2 credits elective science Social Studies 6 credits: 2 in U.S. History, 1 Government, 1 Economics, 2 World History or 2 World Geography or 2 AP World History Physical Education 2 credits Health 1 credit Computers 1 credit Electives 10 credits Core 40 End of Course Tests Core 40 Diploma 40 credits

6. ACADEMIC HONORS DIPLOMA-TOTAL OF 47 CREDITS • Core 40 requirements PLUS • 2 additional math credits • 6 credits of World Language in one language OR 4 credits each in 2 different languages • 2 credits in Fine Arts such as music or art ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: • Two Advanced Placement courses and exams • 6 college credits or one AP course and 3 college credits • SAT score of 1200 on combined math and verbal or 26 ACT composite AND: • No grade lower than a C- in required areas • 3.00 GPA by the end of the senior year.

7. FCHS Advanced Placement Courses For Future Planning • European History • World History • Biology II • Physics II • Studio Art • Portfolio Art • English 11 Language and Composition • English 12 Literature • United States History • Calculus

8. Some reminders about AP Courses • Weighted courses • Require summer reading • Require the AP exam at end of course • College level instruction • College credit possible • High correlation with college success for students with AP experience

9. THE PHYSICAL EDUCATION WAIVER • May opt out of one semester of PE for each FCHS sponsored activity or sport. • If opting out of PE, should choose another class to replace PE (many students choose weights) • If replacement class is not weights, then students will need to complete fitness logs and fitness checks in addition to completing their sport’s season in order to earn their PE credit.

10. Freshmen Electives AGRICULTURE: Fundamentals of Agriculture Science and Business ART: Intro to 2 D Art (This is the prerequisite course for all art classes) Drawing I Photography Intro to 3 D Art

11. Electives, continued. BUSINESS: Digital Tools (only required IF you have NOT passed your 8th grade computer proficiency test) Computer Applications Foundations of Business ENGLISH: Journalism FCTV: Intro to Broadcasting

12. Electives, Continued FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES: Consumer Economics Child Development and Parenting I Advanced Child Development II Nutrition and Wellness Textiles I and II Interpersonal Relations SOCIAL STUDIES: Geography and History of the World

13. Electives, continued MUSIC: Band and Color Guard Percussion Concert Choir Music Appreciation Music Theory Piano and Electronic Keyboard (I & II) Jazz Band is audition only through Mr. Kosch, FCHS band director.

14. Electives, continued TECHNOLOGY: Introduction to Technology Computers in Design and Production Transportation Systems Manufacturing Construction Systems Communication Systems Enterprise

15. WORLD LANGUAGESELECTIVES • American Sign Language I • French I • Japanese I • Spanish I NOTE: World Language is required for the Honors Diploma: 3 years of one language or 2 years each of 2 different languages.

16. English 9 • Basic Skills • Pre-Algebra • Math Problem Solving II • Geography Special Services Courses are determined during the IEP conference (Individual Education Plan) Special Services Courses for Freshmen

17. Central Nine Courses for planning • Automotive Collision Repair • Automotive Service Technology • Building and Facilities Management • Building Trades Technology • Business Technology Lab • Culinary Arts Careers • Diesel Service Technology

18. Drafting/Computer Aided Design • Electronic Technology • Entrepreneurship Academy • Graphic Imaging Technology • Health Careers I • Horticulture • Interactive Media Central Nine Courses

19. Information Support and Services • Precision Machine Technology • Project Lead the Way • Recreation and Portable Power Equipment • Sports, Recreation and Entertainment Marketing • Welding Technology • Pre-Engineering Central Nine Courses

20. Schedule • 2011-12 FRESHMAN SCHEDULING SHEET Name:________________________________________________ • YOU COMPLETE BOTH SIDES OF THIS FORM.CIRCLE ONE COURSE FOR EACH SUBJECT AREA LISTED BELOW. • English: • English 9, 300A&300BOR English 9 Honors, 301A&301B* *teacher signature_________________________________ • Math: • Pre-Algebra, 713A&713B (counts as an elective credit, will be placed in course based upon teacher recommendation) • Alg.I, 715A&715B (if grade is less than 70% any semester of Honors Alg. 1 or any student in Algebra 8) • Alg. II, 723A&723B* (70% or higher in both semesters of Honors Alg. 1 & teacher recommendation) • Alg. II Honors, 719A&719B* (80% or higher in both semesters of Honors Alg. 1, passing grade on Core 40 ECA, & teacher recommendation) • OR Alg. II Honors, 719A&719B* and Geometry Honors, 722A&722B* (90% or higher in both semesters of Honors Alg. 1, passing grade on Core 40 ECA, & teacher recommendation) • *teacher signature____________________________________ • Science: • Biology, 813A&813B OR Earth Science, 826A&826B • Physical Education: Refer to the Physical Education section in Course Description book for additional information. • Boys PE, 551AOR Girls PE, 553AOR Opt out option for semester 1 (please complete line below) • Please list school sport/activitiy:___________________ & Alt. Course Name*_________________ Course #_______________ • Boys PE, 551B OR Girls PE, 553BOR Opt out option for semester 2 (please complete line below) • Please list school sport/activitiy:___________________ & Alt. Course Name*_________________ Course #_______________ • *If alt. course is not wgts., then students will need to complete fitness logs, physical fitness test, & have activity sponsor signature to earn PE credit.

21. Schedule, cont. • Electives From the attached list, choose three electives per semester in order of preference. Note: If you selected two math courses, then choose only two electives. Year-long courses are scheduled for BOTH semesters. Only ONE study hall per semester is allowed. (Study hall is 951A for first semester, and 951B for second semester). It is strongly encouraged that freshman take digital tools (220) as one of their elective courses. • Semester ISemester II • List FIRST elective • Course # • List SECOND elective • Course # • List THIRD elective • Course # • List FIRST elective • Course # • List SECOND elective • Course # • List THIRD elective • Course # • Alternate Courses: If we are unable to schedule your elective choices, we will use alternates listed below. If you do not list alternates, counselors will choose them for you. List in order of your preference, DO NOT LIST COURSES ALREADY LISTED IN THE ELECTIVE SECTION.*IF YOU CHOSE A STUDY HALL, YOU MUST HAVE AN ALTERNATIVE COURSE. • Alternate Courses • List FIRST alternative • Course # • List SECOND alternative • Course # • List FIRST alternative • Course # • List SECOND alternative • Course # • I approve of the program above. I acknowledge that I have received the information about high school courses necessary to meet FCHS graduation requirement. • _________________________________________________________ _________________________________ • Parent Signature Home Phone # • __________________________________________________________ _________________________________ • Student Signature Date

22. Digital Communication Tools • Students who pass the proficiency test for computers in the 8th grade DO NOT need to take this course. • If you did not pass the test, this course is required for graduation. • Do we need this slide?

23. REMINDERS • SCHEDULE 7 COURSES OR 6 COURSES PLUS A STUDY HALL FOR EACH SEMESTER. • ALL STUDY HALLS MUST HAVE ALTERNATES • YEAR LONG CLASSES MUST BE SCHEDULED FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR UNLESS THE CLASS IS FOR MAKE-UP. • SEE COURSE BOOKLET FOR EXPLANATION OF COURSE CONTENT • PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO PREREQUISITES. • SUBMIT YOUR SIGNED SCHEDULE BY DEADLINE ON THE COURSE SHEET. • SAVE THE DATE: FRESHMAN ORIENTATION TENATIVELY SCHEDULED AUG. 11 TIME: TBA

24. A Look Ahead!

25. After high school • 2 year college • 4 year college (Something to think about: of 100--9th graders in Indiana, 44 will enter college, 32 remain after sophomore year and 23 still there after 6 years. • Business college • Technical or trade school • Military • Apprenticeships • Working

26. Preparing for Life After High School: WHAT YOU NEED TO BE DOING NOW • As a side: By Nov. 6, 2010 I.U. had received over 23,000 applications and approx. 7,300 are usually admitted. Check individual requirements of colleges. • Schedule rigorous classes. • Research scholarships • Check college websites for summer programs • Start a resume • Visit college campuses this spring and summer. Check websites for visit programs

27. WHERE WILL THE GOOD JOBS BE?ALL CAREERS RELATED TO S Science and Health Care T Technology E Engineering M Mathematics And they all require education and/or training beyond high school. Note: Each year 950,000 engineers graduate from China & India combined compared to 70,000 in the U.S. -In 2006, more people in the U.S. graduated with degrees in sports exercise than in electrical engineering.

28. NATIONAL CENTER FOR COLLEGE COSTS • FREE SERVICE TO OUR STUDENTS AND PARENTS • HELPS DETERMINE COSTS AND WHICH COLLEGES ARE BEST FIT • HELP WITH ANSWERS TO COLLEGE SELECTION, FINANCING AND RELATED ISSUES. • WE HAVE FORMS. • Connect to www.collegecosts.com

29. FCHS COURSE FAIR • Who? All students and parents • When? Tonight following this program • What time? 7:00 to 8:00 pm • Where? FCHS cafeteria and commons • Why? Your chance to learn all about the courses and activities offered by FCHS and Central Nine. Ask questions, find out about requirements, etc.

30. QUESTIONS?