2012-2013 Junior Course Selection

1. 2012-2013 Junior Course Selection Thursday January 19, 2012 Period 2 and 3

2. COURSESELECTIONSHEET

3. Important Scheduling Dates: January 19: Course information distributed ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Jan 26- Feb 2: Students return Course Selection Sheet to their counselor

4. Name__________________________________________ ID #____________________ Phone #_________________ Counselor_______________________________________ Diploma Goal: (Check One) __General ___Core 40 ___Advanced ___Academic Honors Plan after High School: (Check One) ____4 year college ___2 year college ___Technical School ___Military ___Work Career Goal_____________________________________

5. Things to remember when completing this form: • Completed the prerequisite for the selected course(s) • Place the name of alternate courses in all requested locations • Follow teacher recommendations • Retake any required course you missed or failed • Schedule changes will be limited after May 2012

7. Details of the Courseon the Course Selection Sheet X 11301 Algebra I (2 sem) Make a mark in this box if you want to select this course

8. Details of the Course on the Course Selection Sheet X 11301 Algebra I (2 sem) This indicates the course has a prerequisite. Please check what the prerequisite is in the Course Catalog and make sure you have met the prerequisite.

9. Details of the Course on the Course Selection Sheet X 11301 Algebra I (2 sem) This is the course number. It will help you identify the course in the Course Catalog.

10. Details of the Course on the Course Selection Sheet X 11301 Algebra I (2 sem) This is the title of the course. CAUTION: A few courses have the same title with different course numbers. Check the Course Catalog to make sure you are indicating the correct course.

11. Details of the Course on the Course Selection Sheet X 11301 Algebra I (2 sem) This tells you details about the length of the course (1 sem) = One semester long worth 1 credit (2 sem) = Two semesters long worth 1 credit each semester (1 sem 1/2 cr/sem) = One semester long worth ½ credit (2 sem – 2 cr/sem) = Two semesters long, two periods long worth 2 credits each semester (2 sem – 3 cr/sem) = Two semesters long, three periods long worth 3 credits each semester (2 sem – 2 periods) at East = Two semesters long worth 1 credit each semester. Due to transportation to East it will take two class periods each day. (2 sem-3 cr/sem) at McDowell = Two semesters long worth 3 credits each semester and will take three class periods each day

32. C4 – Mrs. Weichman

33. Course Catalog Front Page: General Information – Phone number - Index Page 2: Academic Information & Athletic Eligibility

34. Page 3 BCSC DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS • General • Core 40 • Core 40 with Technical Honors • Core 40 with Academic Honors

35. Page 4 & 5 Educational Pathways Advanced Placement Dual Credit / Early College Global Studies C4 Columbus Area Career Connection McDowell Alternative Competency Based Courses Columbus Signature Academy

36. Page 5 & 6 GENERAL INFORMATION • North Phone Numbers • Freshmen Orientation • Portfolio and Senior Presentation • Grade Point Average & Class Rank • ISTEP+ Graduation Qualifying Exam • Summer School

37. Core 40 with Academic Honors Core 40 with Technical Honors Core 40

38. Rigorous Preparation Core 40 with Academic Honors Core 40 with Technical Honors Core 40

39. Rigorous Preparation Core 40 with Academic Honors Core 40 with Technical Honors Core 40

40. Rigorous Preparation Core 40 with Academic Honors Core 40 with Technical Honors PostsecondarySuccess CollegeTechnical School2-year SchoolApprenticeshipMilitaryWorkforce Core 40

41. Core 40 Diploma

42. Core 40 Diploma

43. Core 40 Diploma

44. Core 40 Math • 2 math credits recommended during senior year • 2 Core 40 math credits or 2 Physics credits must be completed in junior or senior year

45. Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma • More rigorous academic preparation • Best preparation for college • Special recognition at graduation • Provides additional financial aid for families who qualify

46. Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma Requirements • Complete all requirements for Core 40 • Earn 2 additional Core 40 math credits • Earn 6-8 credits Core 40 world language credits • 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…

47. Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma Requirements • Complete one of the following: • Four credits in AP courses and take AP exams • 1200 combined SAT math & critical reading • 26 composite on ACT • Earn six dual high school/college course credits from the Core Transfer Library • Complete combination of two credits in AP courses and 3 dual high school/college course credits (from the CTL)

48. Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma Requirements • Students must complete a total of 47 credits

49. 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.

50. Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma Requirements • Complete all requirements for Core 40, and • Earn grade of “C” or above in courses that count toward the diploma, and • Have a GPA of “B” or above, and • Complete a career-technical program resulting in 8 or more credits, and • AND...