The Curriculum of East Palestine High School

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1 Course Selection and Registration Guide East Palestine High School Excellence For All - Excellence From All

2 EAST PALESTINE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT BELIEFS 1. All people have equal worth 2. Education is empowerment. 3. Every child has the right to an excellent education. The community is the stakeholder in the educational process. VISION Excellence for all Excellence from all MISSION We will provide a positive environment where excellence is expected and character is nurtured. 2

3 EAST PALESTINE HIGH SCHOOL COURSE SELECTION AND REGISTRATION GUIDE Superintendent - Mr. Thomas Inchak Principal - Mr. Gary L. Contini Board of Education -Mr. Ronald Novak Mrs. Judy Daubenmire Mr. Robert Ginder Mr. Douglas Lammert Mrs. Sue Weigle Counselor - Mr. Richard Cyrus TABLE OF CONTENTS Message from the Administration... 4 Mission Statement/Goals... 5 Graduation Requirements... 6 Credit Flexibility... 8 What It Takes to Earn an Ohio Diploma Through 2013 What It Takes to Earn an Ohio Diploma Through 2014 and Beyond Alternative Ways to Meet the Testing Requirements Award of Merit - Eligibility Criteria Academic Diploma w/ Honors (Class of 2011 & beyond) Career Tech Diploma w/ Honors (Class of 2011 & beyond) Grade Classification Determining Class Rank & GPA Grades Failures Schedule Changes Fees Pass Fail Option Student Auditing Eligibility for Athletics Guidance Services EPHS Testing Program Incentive Scholarship National Honor Society Art Business Education/Technology Specialized Instruction English Family/Consumer Sciences Foreign Language Mathematics Music Physical Education/Health Science Social Studies Vocational Offerings

4 MESSAGE FROM THE ADMINISTRATION This course selection guide is designed to provide students, parents, and staff with an overview of the curriculum of East Palestine High School. This guide should assist students in selecting courses for next year and to plan their program of study throughout high school. Other important information in this book includes graduation requirements, college acceptance, Columbiana County Career and Technical Center offerings, and honor student programs and athletic eligibility. It is essential that you carefully read and understand the department guidelines and descriptions of the courses you select. It is important that effective educational decisions are made, therefore, the following scheduling guidelines will be followed: 1. All students must be scheduled into a minimum of six class periods a day each semester. 2. Students may add a course within the first fifteen days of a semester if there is room in the class and with permission of the guidance counselor. 3. Students may, in certain situations, drop a course within the first fifteen days of a semester with permission of the guidance counselor and/or principal. 4. If a student is permitted to drop a course it must be dropped before the end of the fifteenth day of the semester or it will result in a grade of Withdraw/Fail. Students should take advantage of the many educational opportunities that are available. Parental involvement is crucial in making the scheduling process effective. Students must bring the completed Course Selection Registration Form to the guidance office by your appointed deadline. If the form is not returned, course selections will be made for the student based on grades and interests. Any questions regarding scheduling should be directed to the Guidance Office (330) The high school years are significant ones for planning for the future. Working together we can make a better future and ensure East Palestine High School students will have every opportunity to maximize one s potential as an individual and responsible citizen. Sincerely, Gary L. Contini Principal Please note that due to reasons beyond our control, there may be changes to the content of this guide after printing. Students will be notified of any changes if and when they occur. 4

5 Mission Statement and Goals of East Palestine High School Mission Statement We will provide a positive environment where excellence is expected and character nurtured. In a joint effort, the teachers/facilitators, administration, and support staff of East Palestine High School will provide curricular and extracurricular programs that encourage all students to achieve their fullest academic potential and will create a positive, supportive environment that develops the social skills necessary to become productive citizens of a free/global society. We believe that open communication among students, staff, and the community will promote responsibility and an active student/parent participation in the learning process. Goals 1. Students and faculty will work cooperatively to develop critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies that will allow them to become self-sufficient members of our society. 2. With the help of faculty, students will demonstrate success in passing all required sections of the state proficiency and graduation tests. 3. With the guidance of faculty, students will develop, to their fullest potential, the appropriate academic and social skills. 4. With the help of faculty, students will demonstrate mastery of skills necessary to pass the credits required in order to graduate. 5. Students and faculty will work cooperatively to develop and demonstrate a feeling of positive self esteem. 6. With the help of faculty, students will develop the skills necessary to make a positive contribution to school and community activities. 7. With the help of faculty, students will develop the skills necessary to communicate effectively. 8. With the help of faculty, students will develop a sense of responsibility and will learn the value of self motivation. 9. With the help of faculty, students will develop an intelligent curiosity in order to adjust successfully to an ever-changing technological world. 10. With the help of faculty, students will learn to use the available resources to make successful decisions in their future pursuits. 11. With the help of faculty, students will increase their appreciation of the purpose, value, and ownership of their education. 5

6 EAST PALESTINE HIGH SCHOOL Guide for Course Registration Introduction This Student Course Selection and Registration Handbook is a resource for the student in making course selections, which will help develop his or her educational/vocational goals. Parents, teachers, counselor, and principal are also sources of information and aid in registration. The selection of courses is a very important decision and should be made only after sharing your thinking with parents and others whose opinion you may respect. Your choice will be considered final once you and your parents have signed and submitted your list of selected courses and it has been approved. Graduation Requirements Classes of 2012 and 2013 I. Twenty-one (21) total course credits are required for graduation. Those credits are to be from the following: A. Required: 4 units Language Arts (English 9, 10, 11, 12) 3 units Mathematics 3 units Science (one Physical, one Biological) 3 units Social Studies (1/2 American History, 1/2 Government) 1/2 unit Health (one semester) 1/2 unit Physical Education (two semesters) 7 units of Electives with at least one unit from Business/Technology, Fine Arts or Foreign Language B. Required: Pass all five sections of the Ohio Graduation Tests Class of 2014 and beyond II. Beginning with students who enter the ninth grade for the first time on or after July 1, 2010, the requirements for graduation shall include 21 units that are distributed as follows and known as the CORE CURRICULUM: A. Required: 4 units/language arts (English 9, 10, 11, 12) 4 units/mathematics (including one unit of Algebra II or its equivalent) 3 units/science which shall include One unit in Physical Science One unit in Life Science One unit in Chemistry, Physics or other Physical Science 3 units/social Studies including at least One-half unit of American History and One-half unit of American Government (The study of Economics and Financial Literacy will be integrated into the existing courses) 1/2 unit Health (one semester) 1/2 unit Physical Education (two semesters) 6 units/electives any combination of Foreign Language, Fine Arts, Business, Career Technical Education, Family and Consumer Science, Technology of English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science or Social Studies courses or otherwise required. 6

7 B. Required: Successfully Complete Required State Assessment At the printing of this guide, Five Ohio Graduation Tests [Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies] are required. Any changes will be shared with students/lparents in a timely manner. Exceptions to Part II A. A student who enters ninth grade on or after July 1, 2010 may qualify for graduation without completing the Ohio Core Curriculum through 2014 if the following conditions are satisfied: 1. After the student has attended high school for at least two years, the student and the student s parent/custodian may file with the school, a written statement asserting the parent/custodian s consent to the student graduating without completing the Ohio Core Curriculum and acknowledging that one consequence of not completing the Ohio Core Curriculum is ineligibility to enroll in most state universities in Ohio. 2. The student and student s parent/guardian and a representative of the school jointly develop an individualized career plan. 3. The student successfully completes, at a minimum, the curriculum listed in I. A/B 7

8 CREDIT FLEXIBILITY In accordance with the Ohio Core Curriculum legislation (SB 311), students may earn course credit in ways other than completing hours of classroom instruction, known as Credit Flexibility. Options for Credit Flexibility are: A. Completing course work Regular course/classroom requirement as listed in the Course Selection Guide. B. Testing out or showing mastery of course content 1. Testing Out of/showing Mastery of Course Content: A student, who believes they have a command of the content of a specific subject/course, may test out of that subject/course and receive the appropriate credit for that course. The grade assigned for that course/credit will be the grade received on the assessment used to test out of that course. The course, grade and credit will be recorded on the student s official high school transcript and the grade received will be used in the calculation of a student s cumulative grade point average. C. Pursuing an educational option and/or an individually approved option 1. Educational Options available to students as other ways of earning course credit and part of a Credit Flexibility program are: a. Correspondence Course: This is systematic instruction/course work by mail. Any cost associated with a correspondence course is the responsibility of the student. b. Tutorial Program: This is providing an individual with course instruction under the direction of a certified teacher. One hundred and twenty hours of tutoring/ course work is necessary for a full credit. Costs associated with a tutoring program will be the responsibility of the student. Selection of a certified tutor is the responsibility of the student but must be approved, in advance, by the school administration. Credit earned through a tutoring program will appear on a student s official high school transcript and will be graded pass/fail. c. Independent Study: This is advanced or in-depth work in a course not offered in the high school curriculum and under the direction of a certified teacher currently on staff. The teacher selected must agree to participate in the Independent Study program. It is recommended that the student electing independent study have a cumulative GPA of a 2.0 and a GPA of 3.0 in the specific area of study selected. Independent study credit and grade will be reflected on a student s official high school transcript. The grade will be calculated into the student s cumulative GPA. d. Mentoring Program: This is advanced or in-depth work under the direction of a non-certified individual, who must be approved in advance by the school administration. Credit earned for a mentoring program will appear on a student s official high school transcript and will be graded pass/fail. 8

9 e. Early College Admission/Post-Secondary/Senior to Sophomore: This is an opportunity for a student to take courses at an accredited college/ university at no cost to the student. Credits earned are counted for both high school and college. All credits earned will be reflected on a student s official high school and college transcripts. Grades earned will be calculated into a student s cumulative GPA. f. Distance Leaning: Interactive distance learning is an opportunity to earn credit for high school and, sometimes, for college through an interactive television course. Students will be made aware of courses available as soon as the school is informed. Course credit and grade earned will appear on a student s official high school and college transcript and will be calculated as part of a student s cumulative GPA. g. Virtual Learning: This is on-line course work, and must be approved in advance by the high school administrator. Credits and grades will appear on a student s official high school transcript and will be calculated into a student s cumulative GPA. h. Other: Any other accepted options need to be approved, in advance, by the student, the student s parent/guardian, principal, guidance counselor and a subject related staff member. D. Any combination of the above An application for Credit Flexibility is to be completed in advance. In order to earn credit for an approved option during the summer months when school is not in session, it is suggested the request/application be completed and submitted by the previous May 1st. In order to earn credit for an approved option during a school year, the request/application must be submitted within the first fifteen school days of each semester. Credit/option requests that carry college credit may have earlier deadlines. The student is responsible to stay in contact with the guidance office and meet necessary deadlines. 9

10 What It Takes to Earn an Ohio Diploma Graduating Classes through 2013 There are testing requirements and curriculum requirements connected with the Ohio diploma; students must meet both requirements in order to earn an Ohio Diploma. See the two checklists below for more information about these two diploma requirements. The third section provides information about the Alternative Pathway for Eligibility for a Diploma. I. Curriculum Requirements CURRICULUM STATE ADDITIONAL CREDITS CREDITS HONOR REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM LOCAL CREDITS EARNED TO DATE REMAINING DIPLOMA CREDITS English language arts Health Mathematics Physical education Science Social studies Electives 4 units 1/2 unit 3 units 1/2 unit 3 units* 3 units** 6 units*** * Science units must include 1 unit of biological sciences and 1 unit of physical sciences. ** Social Studies units must include 1/2 unit of American history and 1/2 unit of American government. *** Electives units must include 1 unit or 2 half units in Business, Technology, Fine Arts or Foreign language. II. Graduation Tests Requirements For Students Who Need to Pass the Ohio Graduation Tests (OGT): A) Notify student and parents about: Importance of earning a diploma; Need to meet both testing and curriculum requirements to earn a diploma; Any additional local graduation requirements; District s policy about participation in commencement ceremony B) How to access information (e.g., test blueprints, previous tests) on the Web about OGT: and search keyword: OGT. Source: Oho Department of Education (Rev. August 2008) 10

11 What It Takes to Earn an Ohio Diploma Graduating Classes through 2014 and Beyond Students must meet both testing requirements and curriculum requirements in order to earn a diploma. These requirements apply to students entering their freshman year in 2010 and beyond. See the two checklists below for more information about these two diploma requirements. The third section provides information about an alternative way to meet the testing requirements. I. Curriculum Requirements CURRICULUM STATE ADDITIONAL CREDITS CREDITS HONOR REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM LOCAL CREDITS EARNED TO DATE REMAINING DIPLOMA CREDITS English language arts 4 units Health 1/2 unit Mathematics 4 units 1 Physical education 1/2 unit 2 Science 3 units 3 Social studies 3 units 4 Electives 5 units 5 Other requirements 6 Economics and financial literacy 6 Requirement met in class/grade level. Fine Arts Requirement met in class/grade level Mathematics units must include 1 unit of Algebra I or the equivalent of Algebra II. The Ohio Core allows school districts to adopt a policy that would exempt students who participate in interscholastic athletics, band or cheerleading or two full seasons from the physical education requirement. Students must take another course of at least 60 contact hours in its place. Science units must include 1 unit of physical sciences, 1 unit of life sciences and 1 unit advanced study in one or more of the following sciences; chemistry, physics, or other physical science; advanced biology or other life science; astronomy, physical geology, or other earth or space science. Social studies units must include 1/2 unit of American history and 1/2 unit of American government. Electives units must include one or any combination of foreign language, fine arts, business, career-technical education, family and consumer sciences, technology, agricultural education or English language arts, mathematics, science or social studies courses not otherwise required. All students must receive instruction in economics and financial literacy during grades 9-12 and must complete at least two semesters of fine arts taken any time in grades Students following a career-technical pathway are exempted from the fine arts requirement. II. Graduation Tests Requirements For Students Who Need to Pass the Ohio Graduation Tests (OGT): A) Notify student and parents about: Importance of earning a diploma; Need to meet both testing and curriculum requirements to earn a diploma; Any additional local graduation requirements; District s policy about participation in commencement ceremony Source: Oho Department of Education (Rev. Jan. 7, 2011) 11

12 B) How to access information (e.g., test blueprints, previous tests) on the Web about OGT: and search keyword: OGT C) OGT test administrations before graduation: Spring of 10 th grade Summer between 10 th and 11 th grade (optional) Fall and spring of 11 th grade Summer between 11 th and 12 th grade (optional) Fall and spring of 12 th grade D) To access previous graduation tests, go to and search keywords: previous OGT tests. III. Alternative Way to Meet the Testing Requirements A student may meet the testing requirements for passing all five Ohio Graduation Tests if he or she meets ALL of the following criteria: Passes four of the five tests and has missed passing the fifth test by no more then 10 points; Has a 97 percent attendance rate, excluding any excused absences, through all four years of high school and must not have had an expulsion in high school Has not been expelled from school in any of the last four school years; Has at least a grade point average of 2.5 out of 4.0 in the courses of the subject area not yet passed; Has completed the high school curriculum requirement; Has participated in any intervention programs offered by the school and must have had a 97 percent attendance rate in any programs offered outside the normal school day; and Has letters recommending graduation from the high school principal and from each high school teacher in the subject area not yet passed. NOTE: As specified in the Ohio Revised Code (Section ), this alternative way to meet the testing requirement applies only to students graduating after September 15, Source: Oho Department of Education (Rev. Jan. 7, 2011) 12

13 Award of Merit - Eligibility criteria for Classes of 2012 and beyond The requirements listed below have been adopted for the Award of Merit. This certificate will be awarded by the State Board of Education to all those who meet the criteria specified in A and C or B and C below. NOTE: Courses completed prior to ninth grade, taught by a teacher licensed to teach high school, and recognized as high school level work by the local school district board of education. Courses that are part of the Post Secondary Enrollment Options Program, also apply to the criteria for the Award of Merit. A. EPHS Requirements - complete the following minimum requirements 1. English - 4 units (may include 1 unit of fundamentals of speech) 2. Mathematics - 3 units (must include 1 unit of algebra and 1 unit of geometry) 3. Science - 3 units (must include 2 units from among biology, chemistry, and physics) 4. Social Studies - 3 units (must include 2 units of history and 1/2 unit of civics or government 5. Foreign Language - 3 units (must include no less than 2 units of any language for which credit is sought, i.e., 3 units of one language or 2 units each of two languages) 6. Complete 2 units from one or more of the following, or 2 additional units from one or more of the areas listed above (A. 1. through A. 5.) a. Business b. Computer Science c. Visual or Performing Arts B. Career-Technical Curriculum Requirements 1. Complete a career technical occupational preparation program 2. Complete the following curriculum requirements a. English - 4 units b. Mathematics - 3 units c. Science - 3 units d. Social Studies - 3 units Applied academic credits earned via career-technical education shall apply to the criteria for the Award of Merit. 3. Complete two units from one or more of the following, or two additional units from one or more of the areas listed in B. 2. above. a. Business b. Computer Science c. Foreign Language d, Visual or Performing Arts C. Performance Criteria (applies to both curricula) 1. Maintain above average attendance for grades nine through twelve (compared to a rolling four-year state average). For 2011 the four-year state average is percent attendance. 2. Demonstrate outstanding achievement in the curriculum as evidenced by one of the following: earning the equivalent of an overall grade point average of 3.25 on a four point scale for grades nine through twelve; earning the equivalent of an overall 3.5 on a four point scale for grades eleven and twelve; or ranking in the top 25 percent of the class, whichever is more inclusive. 3. Participate in co-curricular, extracurricular or community activities in accordance with procedures established by the district board of education. 4. Demonstrate outstanding citizenship/character traits in accordance with criteria established by the district board of education. 13

14 High School Academic Diploma with Honors for Graduating Classes of 2011 and Beyond Students need to fulfill only 7 of the following 8 criteria Subject Criteria English Mathematics Science Social Studies Foreign Language 4 units 4 units, including Algebra I, geometry, Algebra II or equivalent and another higher level course or a four-year sequence of courses that contain equivalent content 4 units, including physics and chemistry 4 units 3 units, including at least 2 units in each language studied Fine Arts Career-Technical Electives 1 unit Not counted toward requirements and may not be used to meet requirements Not counted toward requirements Grade Point Average 3.5 on a 4.0 scale ACT/SAT Score [excluding scores from the writing sections]* Additional Assessment 27 ACT / 1210 SAT None *Writing sections of either standardized test should not be included in the calculation of this score. Diploma with Honors requirements pre-suppose completion of all high school diploma requirements in Ohio Revised Code including: 1/2 unit physical education** 1/2 Unit health 1/2 unit in American history 1/2 unit in government **SB 311 allows school districts to adopt a policy exempting students who participate in athletics, marching band or cheerleading for two full seasons from the physical education requirement. Ohio Department of Education May 4,

15 Career-Technical Diploma with Honors for Graduating Classes of 2011 and Beyond Students need to fulfill only 7 of the following 8 criteria Subject Criteria English Mathematics Science 4 units 4 units, including Algebra I, geometry, Algebra II or equivalent and another higher level course or a four-year sequence of courses that contain equivalent content 4 units, including physics and chemistry Social Studies Foreign Language 4 units Not counted toward requirements Fine Arts Career-Technical Electives Not counted toward requirements Now counted in Electives 4 units of Career-Technical minimum. Program must lead to an industry recognized credential, apprenticeship or be part of an articulated career pathway which can lead to post secondary credit. Grade Point Average 3.5 on a 4.0 scale ACT/SAT Score [excluding scores from the writing sections]* Additional Assessment 27 ACT / 1210 SAT Achieve the proficiency benchmark established for the appropriate Ohio Career-Technical Competency Assessment or the equivalent *Writing sections of either standardized test should not be included in the calculation of this score. Diploma with Honors requirements pre-suppose completion of all high school diploma requirements in Ohio Revised Code including: 1/2 unit physical education** 1/2 unit health 1/2 unit in American history 1/2 unit in government **SB 311 allows school districts to adopt a policy exempting students who participate in athletics, marching band or cheerleading for two full seasons from the physical education requirement. Ohio Department of Education May 4,

16 Grade Classification Grade classification is based upon the number of years a student has been in attendance at the high school level. However, to achieve senior status, a student must have earned a minimum of fourteen (14) credits by the end of the junior year. Determining Class Rank Our curriculum offers many courses at different ability levels. Evaluation of a student is done in relationship to the level of each particular course. Schools must establish class rank to fulfill one aspect necessary for college entrance as prescribed by colleges and universities. To be fair to all students, a procedure that will weigh grades has been established relative to the level of a particular subject and relative to other subjects. Weighted grades will be used in determining class rank. Mark *Weighted Non-weighted A 5 4 B 4 3 C 3 2 D 2 1 F 0 0 In this Registration Handbook, those courses that contain the word Honors in their title or are designated by an asterisk (*) are courses using the weighted grade scale. All other courses use the non-weighted grade scale. Grade Point Average/Rank-in-Class A student s grade point average is calculated from earned credits in graded classes only, including those grades earned under the Credit Flexibility Option. Course options through Credit Flexibility scheduling may count in honor student status. The Credit Flexibility scheduling option must be deemed equivalent to one of the courses in the following list. Final decision on acceptable courses will be determined by the administration. Honor Student status will be determined by a student s performance in the following academic courses: English 9, 10, 11, 12 Physical Science US Studies 9, 10 Math 1,2,3,4 Biology Government Analytical Geom/Calculus Physics Chemistry Foreign Language (maximum 4 credits) Anatomy Psychology Environmental Science World Geography School grade point values (weighted: 5,4,3,2,1 and non-weighted: 4,3,2,1) will be utilized in determining honor students. The distinction of honor student will be determined by the total number of quality points earned by a student in up to 21 of the above listed courses at the end of the third nine weeks of the senior year. (A maximum of 105 points could be earned.) If a student takes all courses. The highest 21 course point values will be considered. Only the above courses will be used in determining honor student status, the top ten percent of the graduating class. Those students would be the ones who earned the most points of the 105 points available, with the valedictorian being the student earning the highest number of points. This procedure will be used for the recognition of honor students at graduation time and any accompanying awards or publicity. The school district s present procedure for calculating grade point average and rank in class, as reported on the student s transcript, will remain as is. (It is conceivable that one s final rank in class, as reported on a student s final transcript, could be slightly different from the honor student status as determined above.) 16

17 Grades Letter grades and other letter symbols are used as indicated below: A = Excellent I = Incomplete grade B = Good WF = Withdrawn failing C = Average P = Pass option D = Below average but passing F = Failing option F = Failure An "I" for incomplete is given when considerable make-up work is necessary, due to prolonged or frequent absence. A student receiving an "I" is obligated to arrange to do the necessary make-up work and cannot pass the course until the "I" is removed. A - (93% -100%) F - below 70% B - (86% - 92%) W - Withhold grade C - (78% - 85%) P - Pass D - (70% - 77%) Failures A student failing a required subject must repeat the subject or make it up before graduation. Schedule Changes It is recommended that students make an appointment with a guidance counselor to discuss course selections. Once course selection sheets are submitted, they will be processed to determine the class schedule. Schedule changes will be considered in the following situations: A. The student and/or parent must meet with a guidance counselor to discuss a schedule change. B. If it is determined in the conference that a schedule change is appropriate, and permission has been given by the counselor and/or the principal, it must be done before the end of the fifteenth school day of each semester. C. The student must remain scheduled into a minimum of six class periods a day each semester. D. Dropping a course after the end of the fifteenth day of the semester will result in a final grade of Withdraw/Fail for that course. E. During the first week of school students whose schedules have conflicts and other scheduling problems will take priority over all other schedule changes. F. Students wanting to return from the vocational program at the CCCTC must have approval from both the career center and home school guidance counselors. All scheduling must be completed prior to returning to the home school. 17

18 Fees Family Life $10.00 Band $20.00 Independent Living $10.00 Current Events $ if offered Food Fundamentals $20.00 Art I,II,III,IV $15.00 Life Skills $20.00 Anatomy & Phys $10.00 Global Cuisine $20.00 Physics $10.00 Computer App $10.00 Biology (Honors) $10.00 Word Processing I $10.00 Biology $10.00 Word Processing II $10.00 Chemistry $10.00 Accounting $15.00 Environmental Science $10.00 Intro to Business $10.00 Drawing I $ if offered 3-D Design $ if offered Pass-Fail Option Students have the option of taking one unit or less of graded elective credit each year (some restrictions may apply), in which the grade will be either pass or fail. > Elective non-weighted courses may be taken pass/fail. > Any student may take one unit or less as pass/fail. > Students who are enrolled in a minimum of five weighted, upper level Honors courses in a given year, may select two elective non-weighted courses using the pass-fail option. > Pass/fail courses, unless failed, do not affect GPA or class rank. > Students wishing to take a course pass/fail should see a guidance counselor to discuss this option. Applications for the pass/fail option must be submitted during the first fifteen school days of the course. > Teacher approval is recommended. > Students involved in the Incentive Scholarship program need to be aware of requirements for the number of graded subjects per semester. (refer to # 5 - page 21) NOTE: In some situations colleges may not recognize a PASS on a transcript for certain coursework. Students need to check with a counselor prior to selecting this option. 18

19 Student Auditing Auditing is defined as "permitting a student to observe a class or classes to get a better understanding of the material covered in that particular subject". Procedures for auditing a course are as follows: A. The student is to make prior arrangements with the subject teacher AND the guidance office. Seating room must be available. B. Only the subject teacher is to issue a permission slip to the student removing him from the study hall for that particular day. C. The study hall teacher must sign the permission slip before the student leaves. D. Failing students may audit only the class which they are failing. E. A course being audited for grade point consideration must have approval of both the teacher and a counselor. Eligibility for Athletics A student s eligibility for interscholastic athletics shall be determined as follows: To be eligible for interscholastic extracurricular activities during a given grading period, a student must: 1. have attained a minimum of a 1.00 GPA during the preceding grading period 2. have received no more than one (1) F in any graded course during the same preceding grading period Along with above two standards, athletes must also pass a minimum of five (5) credits the preceding grading period OHSAA standard. (Fall eligibility is determined from grades earned the fourth nine weeks of the previous year.) Courses that count as one credit are any courses that meet: 1) for a full year, granting one credit 2) for a half year, granting one/half credit 3) for a quarter year, granting one/quarter credit Courses not counting as one credit are the following: PE Assistant PE Note: Any student who is considering college athletics needs to check with a coach and/or counselor regarding eligibility requirements for participation in college sports. Students considering participation at an NCAA Division I or II school must complete the Clearinghouse Student Release Procedure on line at under Academics and Athletics. 19

20 GUIDANCE SERVICES Students are encouraged to make use of the services provided by the Guidance Department. Guidance services are available to assist students in making the most of their opportunities while in school. Each student is urged to confer with a counselor whenever he or she desires assistance in solving problems of an educational, vocational or personal nature. At the time of course and program registration, each student has the opportunity to be individually counseled concerning selections as they relate to educational and career goals. A variety of information related to educational and career planning is available to students and parents in the guidance office. Counseling and guidance sessions pertaining to school performance, test scores interpretation and personal social development are scheduled with students throughout the year. Communication with parents is always welcomed and very often desirable and helpful. For information and an appointment contact the East Palestine High School Guidance Office at (330) East Palestine High School Testing Program Test Date Administered Grade Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery September Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) October 9-11 Ohio Graduation Test October 11, 12 PLAN - ACT November 9,10 Ohio Graduation Test March 10, 11, 12 20

21 INCENTIVE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Purpose: The Incentive Scholarship Program is designed to recognize and encourage academic excellence of East Palestine High School students. Awards: Certificate - two individual 9 week averages of 3.8 or better To receive the following awards: > a certificate must already have been received. > The 9 week averages must be ones immediately preceding the presentation of the awards. > Bronze Key - six individual nine week averages of 3.8 or better > Silver Key and Academic Letter - ten individual 9 week averages of 3.8 or better > Gold Key - fourteen individual 9 week averages of 3.8 or better Note: No nine (9) week grade may be below a C. 1. The awards will be made during the second semester of the school year (lst Monday in May). 2. To earn an award, a student must have an average of 3.8 or better (weighted). 3. No student may be given more than one award at a time. 4. Any graded subject calculated in the GPA will be considered. 5. Students must carry at least four graded subjects each semester. 6. Post Secondary Enrollment and Seniors to Sophomores Options students must carry at least four graded subjects each semester in any combination of EPHS courses and early college admissions programs. 7. The eligibility of transfer students and exchange students will be judged from official transcripts of their schools which will be equated, if possible to courses offered at EPHS by a committee consisting of the EPHS counselors and administrators. 8. The determination of eligibility and 9 week averages will be the responsibility of a committee of staff members appointed by the building principal. 21

22 NHS THE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY The purpose of the National Honor Society is four-fold: Create an enthusiasm for Scholarship Promote Leadership Stimulate the desire to render Service Develop Character Eligibility for the National Honor Society: 3.75 grade point average (weighted scale) Complete a Resume of school/community activities Write an essay The Selection Process: As part of the selection process for the National Honor Society the following information is reviewed for each candidate: grade point average and academic performance in required and elective courses attendance/tardies and discipline records leadership, service, and character evaluations from teachers, club advisors, and coaches Membership: new members are required to attend the induction ceremony all members must participate in required leadership & service projects senior members are eligible to receive the senior service award and the nomination to the NHS scholarship program All information is collected and verified by the advisor and forwarded to the faculty committee who have the responsibility of naming the students selected for membership. The faculty committee consists of five teachers appointed by the principal. Every effort is made by the faculty committee to ensure a fair method of choosing eligible candidates; therefore, selection procedures are reviewed annually before they are implemented. Those who are chosen as National Honor Society members must exemplify leadership, scholarship, service, and character. Outstanding scholarship is very important. To be an eligible candidate a minimum 3.75 cumulative grade point average is required for eligibility, each candidate is expected to demonstrate and maintain high academic performance in all subject areas. The candidate is required to show evidence of participation in school/community activities. Leadership participation is determined through leadership in the classroom, elected and appointed offices, participation in school/community organizations/ activities. The candidate is required to show evidence of Service to the school and community. A student may participate in such organizations as Rotary Interact, CLEAR, Pep Club, Boy or Girl Scouts, etc. Volunteering for community programs or helping with various school/community activities is also considered. Character is also given high consideration. Candidates should demonstrate the highest standards of integrity, honesty, respect, reliability, dependability, and obedience to rules in both school and community. The NHS Operations Manual, with a detailed explanation of the selection procedure, is available in the main and guidance offices for review. 22

23 * Weighted courses EAST PALESTINE HIGH SCHOOL COURSE OFFERINGS ART Art 1 This year-long course offers an introduction to the basic fundamentals in art production. The student will be taught the necessary perceptual skills as well as basic methods and techniques for drawing. Students will also be taught color theory and basic techniques as they relate to painting. Students will explore linoleum block printmaking and the development of 3D forms in the area of paper mache sculpture and ceramic pottery. The inclusion of art history, art criticism and art in society will also be incorporated. This course is designed for both the serious art student as well as a student interested in broadening his overall experiences and appreciation of the visual arts. Open to all students Art Fee - $15.00 Art 2 This year-long course reviews and builds upon the fundamentals developed in Art I. A emphasis is given to art criticism, the elements and principles of design and art history as they relate to the production of art. The perceptual skills, methods and techniques of drawing, as explored in Art 1, will be reviewed and applied in the media of pencil, black & white charcoal ink, scratch board, colored pencil and pastel. We will also explore painting using watercolor and acrylics. Students will develop 3D form in a clay head sculpture and ceramic pottery. This course is designed for the art student that would like to refine and advance their skills and appreciation of the visual arts. Prerequisite Art 1 Art Fee - $15.00 Art 3 This year-long course with a studio environment is designed for the serious and motivated art student. This course will provide the student with opportunities for creative problem solving. The student will build upon and extend the learning and principles as developed in Art 1 and 2. This class is designed so that the emergence and development of a student s own personal style, method of expression, technique and media preference might occur. The student will produce quality work in the major categories of fine art: drawing, painting, sculpture and printmaking, ceramics and batik. Prerequisite Art 2 Art Fee - $15.00 Art 4 This advanced year-long course with a studio environment is designed for the serious and motivated art student. The course is designed to provide the student with opportunities for creative problem solving. These experiences are designed so that the student will develop one's own style, method of expression, techniques and media preferences. The student will produce quality work in the major categories of fine art, crafts, and commercial art (digital). Preparation of the student's portfolio for scholarships and placement in advanced training will be provided. Prerequisite Art 3 Art Fee - $

24 Drawing I This is a semester introductory drawing class. Have you ever wanted to draw something but said, I can t draw, I can t even draw a straight line. This class is for you. You can draw better than you may think and drawing a straight line is not a requirement! This class will teach you how to really see what you are looking at so that you can draw anything you d like. You will learn how your mind plays tricks on you causing you to not really understand what you see. Drawing is a skill that can be taught, learned and applied to get positive results. We tend to draw what we think we see, not what we actually see. Once you understand some basic perceptual skills, basic drawing techniques, how to handle different drawing media and are exposed to a variety of subjects, you ll be able to draw much better than you ever thought and begin to open the door to new creative expression. Open to all students Art Fee - $7.50 One-half credit 3-D Design 1 This is a semester introductory class in 3-D form. Perhaps you love to work with your hands to make things. Have you ever wanted to make a clay pot? How about trying the potter s wheel? Would you like to make a sculpture out of clay, paper mache, or from a variety of other materials? This class is for you. You will be exploring the following: Ceramics - You will make pottery using different type of construction methods such as coil, slab and the potter s wheel. You will explore how to make functional and decorative pots using different techniques as well as things like, jewelry, trivets, lanterns, tea pots, hanging planters, flower pots, napkin rings, decorative frames, a ceramic house, and more. Sculpture - You will have the opportunity to create clay head and animal sculptures. We will also explore the creation of 3 dimensional objects constructed from such materials as clay, paper mache, plaster tape, creastone, cardboard and even actual objects. Open to all students Art Fee - $7.50 One-half credit 24

25 BUSINESS EDUCATION and TECHNOLOGY Introduction to Business This is the beginning course in the business curriculum that is not to be considered purely vocational in nature, but rather a course that should be taken by all students since we are all part of the business world. Some of the objectives of this course are: (1) to provide an overview of our business system, (2) to study economic systems, economic decisions and business in the global economy (3) understand business organization and management (entrepreneurship, human resources, career planning) (4) develop knowledge of business operations and technology (marketing/ management) (5) learn personal financial management skills (banking, credit, insurance). Students will complete a work simulation project where they will operate a small business. Open to all students Fee - $10.00 Accounting This course is especially designed to provide general vocational preparation for business. It meets the needs of those students who wish to use their accounting knowledge to help them get a position as a bookkeeper, or a bookkeeping clerk, or some other type of job where accounting will be a major part of their duties. This course is also recommended for college-bound students planning to major in an area of business. A practice set where a student becomes the bookkeeper for a small business is part of this course. Open to juniors, seniors (and sophomores planning to attend the Columbiana County Career Center). Fee - $15.00 Advanced Computer Applications Students use networked computers with Windows and Microsoft Office 2007 software and will learn word processing, electronic presentations, spreadsheets and desktop publishing skills to complete business documents. Keyboarding skills and production will be improved as we develop speed with accuracy. This course covers the history of computers, networking and the internet. Digital cameras, scanning, online safety and ethics are also discussed. Open to all students Fee - $10.00 Microsoft Office I Students will have an in-depth study of a Microsoft Office 2007 working in Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook. Students will utilize word processing, database, spreadsheet/charting, graphic applications, desktop publishing, templates and wizards to complete assignments. Experience with a diversity of document formats and invaluable knowledge for the job market or college will be attained. Open to all students Fee - $10.00 One-half credit 25

26 Microsoft Office II This is an advanced course in Microsoft Office 2007 software focusing on Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher and Outlook. Students will utilize word processing, data base, spreadsheet/charting, graphic applications, desktop publishing, templates and wizards to complete assignments. A capstone simulation project will allow you to apply the skills you learned in each office 2007 program. Experience with a diversity of document formats and invaluable knowledge for the job market or college will be attained. Open to all students Fee - $10.00 One-half credit Prerequisite - Completion of Microsoft Office I (recommended grade of C or better) 26

27 SPECIALIZED INSTRUCTION COURSES SI Science This course will teach the academic content standards in the areas of biology, physical science and environmental science. Individualized lessons will prepare students for state assessments. Open to students in need of specialized instruction SI Language Arts This course is designed to teach the academic content standards in the areas of reading (acquisition of vocabulary, process, application and literary text) and writing (applications, conventions, research and communications). Individualized lessons will prepare students for state assessments. Open to students in need of specialized instruction. SI Transitions This course covers a variety of topics dealing with today s job market. Students will learn how to conduct a job search using a variety of resources. Students will also learn skills to obtain and maintain a job. Other topics will include daily living skills, such as: managing personal finances, managing a household, exhibiting responsible citizenship, self-awareness, self-confidence and many more important skills. Open to students in need of specialized instruction SI Mathematics This course will teach the academic content standards in the areas of measurement, geometry, algebra, and data analysis and probability. Individualized lessons will prepare students for state assessments. Open to students in need of specialized instruction SI Social Studies This course will teach the academic content standards in the areas of history, people and societies, geography, economics, government, and citizenship rights and responsibilities. Individualized lessons will prepare students for state assessments. Open to students in need of specialized instruction 27

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