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Zachary High School Class of 2012 Parent Meeting

Zachary High School Class of 2012 Parent Meeting. February 22, 2011. Objectives for the Meeting. To review graduation requirements To review TOPS curriculum and requirements To prepare for registration To share information regarding Journey to College and Career.

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Zachary High School Class of 2012 Parent Meeting

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  1. Zachary High SchoolClass of 2012Parent Meeting February 22, 2011

  2. Objectives for the Meeting • To review graduation requirements • To review TOPS curriculum and requirements • To prepare for registration • To share information regarding Journey to College and Career

  3. Core 4 Graduation Requirements • English 4 Units English I, II, III, and IV • Mathematics 4 Units Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and 4th Math • Science 4 Units Biology, Chemistry, 3rd and 4th Science • Social Studies 4 Units World Geography or World History, Civics & Free Enterprise, American History, and 4th Social Studies • Physical Education 1½ Units Can substitute ROTC • Health ½ Unit • Foreign Language 2 Units Two years in the same language • Art Elective 1 Unit Fine Art Survey, Art, Music, or Drama • Electives 3 Units Total: 24 Units

  4. TOPS Requirements • Addtl. Math/Science 1 Unit • Geometry, Advanced Math, Calculus, • Discrete Math, Physics, Biology II-AP, or • Chemistry II-AP • Foreign Language 2 Units • Two units in the same language • Fine Arts Survey 1 Unit • … or 2 units of visual/performance arts • … or one additional unit from TOPS core • Computer ½ Unit • Total: 17½ Core Units • English 4 Units English I, II, III and English IV • Mathematics 3 Units Algebra I, Algebra II, and one of the following: Geometry or Advanced Math or Calculus or Discrete Math • Science 3 Units Biology, Chemistry, and one of the following: Physical Science or Environmental Science or Earth Science or Biology II-AP or Chemistry II-AP or Physics or Agriscience I & II • Social Studies 3 Units American History, Civics/ Free Enterprise, and either World Geography or World History OpportunityPerformance/Honors 2.5 Core GPA 3.0 Core GPA ACT Score: 20 ACT Score: 23, 27

  5. Basic Core vs. Core 4 • After sophomore year, students have the opportunity to change from the Core 4 curriculum to the Basic Core curriculum. • Both curriculums earn the same standard diploma; the difference is the coursework taken. Core 4 prepares students for entry into a 4-year college or university and Basic Core prepares students for community college, technical college, other training, and employment. • Requires approval by parents, student, and school.

  6. Career Clusters • Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources • Architecture and Construction • Arts, A/V Technology, and Communication • Business, Management, and Administration • Education and Training • Government and Public Administration • Human Services • Health Science • Information Technology • Manufacturing • Marketing

  7. Rigorous Coursework • Honors • Independent student learning • Faster pace • Advanced Placement (AP) • Possible college credit • AP test • 12th grade courses: English Literature, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Biology II, Chemistry II, World History, History • Dual Enrollment • College-level courses taught by BRCC professors and held at ZHS • Students must have at least an 18 on the ACT • Psychology (1 semester) and Sociology (1 semester); Count as high school social studies course and will count for college credit if earn “C” or better • Anticipate offering College Algebra and English Composition I next year

  8. Honor Programs • Blue Ribbon Academic Curriculum • 10 Honors or AP courses • 3.25 cumulative GPA by mid-term of senior year • 23 ACT by April 1st of senior year • Recognition at graduation • National Honor Society • 3.5 cumulative GPA • By invitation junior and senior year • Must have attended ZHS for the previous year • Four characteristics: Leadership*, Scholarship, Service* and Character

  9. Honor Programs • Academic Letter • Junior and/or senior year • 3.5 cumulative GPA • 3.0 core GPA • Must have attended ZHS for the previous year

  10. Registration Information • Course selections should be driven by the student’s career interest and postsecondary plans. • Course Offerings • Current 9th graders – February 23rd – 25th • Current 10th graders – February 28th – March 2nd • Current 11th graders – March 9th – 11th

  11. Journey to College and Career (JTCC) • Goals Worksheets • Junior year • Senior year • Volunteer Opportunities • www.volunteermatch.org • www.handsonbatonrouge.org • ZHS Counseling Department website • Important dates, essential information, helpful links • Summer enrichment activities • Scholarship database

  12. Questions? Tiffany Montelepre, Counselor Tiffany.montelepre@zacharyschools.org This PowerPoint and any handouts will be posted online at www.zacharyhigh.org/guidance.html.

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