NEW IBERIA SENIOR HIGH

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1 NEW IBERIA SENIOR HIGH COURSE DIRECTORY

2 Table of Contents SECTION PAGE # SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY & GOALS... 1 MISSION STATEMENT... 2 ADMINISTRATION AND COUNSELOR DIRECTORY... 3 ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS... 4 GRADUATION OPTIONS... 5 TOPS REQUIREMENTS HIGH SCHOOL TESTING HONORS PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS GENERAL INFORMATION, FINANCIAL AID, SCHOLARSHIPS, ETC STUDENT PROGRESS CENTER GRADE CLASSIFICATION, EOC and IGP CREDIT RECOVERY, ACCELERATED CREDIT, IBC SUMMER SCHOOL, PARTIAL-DAY STUDENTS, AND ADVISORY GRADUATION AND GPA INFORMATION CURRICULUM INFORMATION LOUISIANA CAREER CLUSTERS VOCATIONAL EDUCATION, TAPS, DUAL ENROLLMENT NCAA INFORMATION COURSE DESCRIPTIONS (SEE INDEX FOR COURSE PAGE NUMBERS)... 65

3 NEW IBERIA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL COURSE DIRECTORY SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY We, the faculty of New Iberia Senior School, believe that the strength of a democratic nation depends upon the education of its youth. Realizing that an effective school is specifically designed for and directly involved in the students intellectual growth, we believe that our school s major emphasis should be on preparing students with the fundamental knowledge to think rationally, critically, and independently in order to live a self-fulfilled democratic life and realize their potential. We believe that each student is a unique individual, capable of fulfilling his optimum growth with the help and guidance of the faculty. With this belief in mind, we provide experiences that facilitate learning in the academic, vocational, and extracurricular areas in order to enable each student to function capably in our society. Accordingly, we provide for all students using flexible scheduling and subject correlation. In addition, the school promotes harmonious relationships among all segments of the community so that an atmosphere conducive to learning prevails. We depend upon the support and cooperation of the home and community to share in the responsibility of educating the students to become contributing members of society. We utilize all pertinent resources in the immediate and surrounding communities so that the learner will see a definite relationship between education and the achievement of his or her short and long-term goals. Recognizing that each student is a unique individual, the faculty is empowered to adapt curricula offerings and teaching methods to meet the changing needs of both the students and community. We strive to maintain a healthy balance between the academic programs and student activities. We encourage student participation in supervised activity programs, which encourage diversified interests, build character, and develop leadership skills. With this philosophy in mind, the ultimate goal of New Iberia Senior High School is to enable students to assume their roles as contributing members of society; we believe this is accomplished through their participation in a well-balanced educational program. GOALS 1. To provide students with a broad-based education that includes the mastery of fundamental concepts in all areas of the curriculum. 2. To endow students with the learning tools required to succeed in college, in vocational institutions, and the job market. 3. To develop in students an appreciation for our democratic heritage and an awareness of our relationship with the world community. 4. To nurture and promote the communication and interpersonal skills necessary for the development of self-concept and leadership abilities. 5. To encourage students to avail themselves of those curricular and extra-curricular activities which best serve their needs and which promote their physical, mental, emotional, and social maturation. 6. To update the content and methodology of each curriculum area on a systematic and regular basis. 7. To inspire students to develop their individual talents to the fullest and to be fulfilled by the job of learning. 1

4 New Iberia Senior High Mission Statement The mission of New Iberia Senior High School, in partnership with the family and community, is to provide a superior educational experience for all students by furnishing a positive, innovative learning environment through the responsible use of resources. At N.I.S.H. We Believe STUDENT LEARNING IS THE CHIEF PRIORITY OF THE SCHOOL STUDENTS LEARN BEST WHEN THEY ARE ACTIVELY ENGAGED IN THE LEARNING PROCESS THE LEARNING NEEDS OF STUDENTS SHOULD BE THE PRIMARY FOCUS OF ALL DECISIONS IMPACTING THE WORK OF THE SCHOOL A SAFE AND PHYSICALLY COMFORTABLE ENVIRONMENT PROMOTES STUDENT LEARNING STUDENTS NEED TO DEMONSTRATE NOT ONLY THEIR UNDERSTANDING OF ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS, BUT THEY ALSO NEED TO BE ACTIVELY INVOLVED IN SOLVING PROBLEMS AND PRODUCING QUALITY WORK STUDENTS SHOULD BE EXPOSED TO TECHNOLOGY THAT WILL PROMOTE LEARNING, AS WELL AS READY THEM FOR A TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCING SOCIETY TEACHERS, ADMINISTRATORS, PARENTS, AND THE COMMUNITY SHOULD SHARE THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR ADVANCING THE SCHOOL S MISSION 2

5 New Iberia Senior High Directory Administration Directory: Administration Office Phone Number ( ) Fax Number ( ) Address: 1301 E. Admiral Doyle Drive New Iberia, Louisiana Mr. Curt Landry-Principal Address: Dr. Sandra Antoine-Assistant Principal Address: Mr. James Picheloup II-Assistant Principal Address: Mr. Rob Schlicher-Assistant Principal Address: Mrs. Alice Viator-Administrative Assistant Address: Professional School Counselor Directory: Counseling Office Phone Number ( ) Fax Number ( ) Address: 1301 E. Admiral Doyle Drive New Iberia, Louisiana Mrs. Ashlie Gray Freshman Counselor address: Mr. David Moore Sophomore Counselor address: Mrs. Ferri Fontenot Junior Counselor address: Mr. Brad Clark Senior Counselor address: Mrs. Trudy Robicheaux Secretary address: 3

6 GED Pathway- TABE Requirement: 9.0 (9 th Grade Equivalency) Reading Level 7.0 (7 th Grade Equivalency) Total Battery Pre GED Pathway- TABE Requirement: 7.0 (7 th Grade Equivalency) Reading Level Alternative Pathway Information- Director-Frederick Magee at Iberia Parish Career Center State Approved Skill Pathway- **Skill Checklist must be completed with the Skill Teacher as a Skill Pathway Requirement TABE Requirement: 5.0 (5 th Grade Equivalency) Reading Level ***In the Alternative Pathway, a student may Exit High School by earning a State Approved Skill, a GED or with both a State Approved Skill and a GED. State-Approved Skill Pathway Choices: Automotive Maintenance Helper-Skill courses taken at the Iberia Parish Career Center (IPCC) Air Conditioner/Refrigeration & Heating/Ventilation Helper-Skill courses taken at the Iberia Parish Career Center (IPCC) Carpenter s Helper-Skill courses taken at the Iberia Parish Career Center (IPCC) Child Care Assistant-Skill courses taken at the Iberia Parish Career Center (IPCC) Dietary Aide-Skill courses taken at the Iberia Parish Career Center (IPCC) Drafting Helper-Skill courses taken at the Technical College or at NISH Electrician s Helper-Skill courses taken at the Technical College Engine Repair Helper-Skill courses taken at the Iberia Parish Career Center (IPCC) Food Service Technician-Skill courses taken at the Iberia Parish Career Center (IPCC) Outdoor Power Equipment Assistant-Skill courses taken at the Iberia Parish Career Center (IPCC) Patient Care Associate I-Skill courses taken at the Iberia Parish Career Center (IPCC) Welder s Helper-Skill courses taken at the Iberia Parish Career Center (IPCC) Sample Schedules: GED Pathway Student-All day at IPCC Skill Course-2 credits at IPCC (Iberia Parish Career Center) GED Exit Room (Academic-Reading, English and Math Skills Course-2 credits) Pre GED Pathway Student- All day at IPCC Skill Course-2 credits at IPCC (Iberia Parish Career Center) Pre GED Class at IPCC (Academic-Reading, English and Math Skills Course-2 credits) State Approved Skill Pathway Student-2 Credits at IPCC 2credits at NISH Skill Course 2credits at IPCC (Iberia Parish Career Center) Read 180 at NISH (1 credit) and Remediation Math at NISH (1 credit) **These are sample schedules. Some schedules may vary dependent upon skill choices. TABE Testing Information TABE Test Test of Adult Basic Education All Alternative Pathway students begin with the TABE Test. Students must TABE Test before entering an Alternative Pathway. See your counselor for more information. TABE Skill Levels: First Level - E = Easy Second Level - M = Medium *Most students begin testing at this level Third Level - D = Difficult Fourth Level - A = Advanced **Once the student advances through the TABE Test Levels he/she will advance to the next testing level which is the Half Test. Half Test - Simulated GED which consists of half of the problems on the actual GED Test (5 part test) A student must achieve a passing score on the Half Test in order to be recommended to take the GED Test. GED Test - General Educational Development Test *When a student is recommended to take the GED Test, the test is scheduled through the Iberia Parish Adult Education Program. 4

7 The Louisiana State Department of Education Graduation Options Classes of 2016 & 2017 The Louisiana High School Redesign Commission has adopted the following graduation options. The LA Core 4 Curriculum is designed for students who plan to enter a four-year college or university upon graduation from high school. The Basic Core Curriculum is designed for students who plan to enter a community college, a technical school, or the workforce upon graduation from high school. If this pathway is selected, the student may request an exemption from completing the LA Core 4 Curriculum. The student and his/her parent or guardian must meet with the Professional School Counselor to discuss the student s options. This meeting can be held as early as the student s second year of high school. The meeting must be scheduled with the counselor. To receive exemption, both the student and parent(s) must sign the Louisiana Core Four Exemption Form. The principal signifies approval of the request with his/her signature. The Career Diploma is designed for students who plan to enter a community college, a technical school, or the workforce upon graduation from high school. If this pathway is selected, the student may request an exemption from completing the LA Core 4 Curriculum. The student and his/her parent or guardian must meet with the Professional School Counselor to discuss the student s options. This meeting can be held in 8 th grade or any year of high school; however, a career major must be met in order to meet graduation requirements so it is recommended to opt out after sophomore year. The meeting must be scheduled with the counselor. To receive exemption, both the student and parent(s) must sign the Career Diploma Form. The principal signifies approval of the request with his/her signature. The tables on the following pages show the course requirements for the LA Core 4 Curriculum, the LA Basic Core Curriculum, and the Louisiana Career Diploma. ] 5

8 LA CORE 4 REQUIREMENTS Class of 2016 and 2017 (24 credits needed to graduate in Core 4) ENGLISH (4 credits) English I English II English III English IV MATH (4 credits) Algebra I Pt 1 (elective credit only) Algebra I Pt 2 or Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Advanced Math, Financial Math, or Math Essentials *Financial Math and Math Essentials are not TOPS approved math courses SCIENCE (4 credits) Physical Science or Integrated Science Biology Chemistry Environmental Science, Chemistry II, Biology II, Physics, or Anatomy & Physiology SOCIAL STUDIES (4 credits) World Geography Civics American History World History, Western Civilization, or Psychology * Psychology is not a TOPS approved course P.E./Health (2 credits) P.E I (1 credit) P.E. II (½ credit) Health Ed (½ credit) Foreign Language (2 credits in same language) Spanish I and Spanish II Fine Arts or Substitute (1 Credit) Fine Arts Survey or Art Substitute ( ) French I and French II **There are some other courses that may substitute in certain areas. See your counselor for more details. 6

9 BASIC CORE REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST CLASS OF 2016 & 2017 (24 credits needed to graduate in Basic Core) *Students can earn up to 32 credits in 4 years* ENGLISH (4 credits) English I English II English III English IV or Senior Applications in English MATH (4 credits) Path A Algebra I Pt 1 Algebra I Pt 2 Geometry Math Essentials, Financial Math, or Algebra II Path B Algebra I Geometry (Choose 2-Math Essentials, Algebra II, Financial Math or Advanced Math) SCIENCE (3 credits) Physical Science or Integrated Science Biology Chemistry, Environmental Science, Biology II, or Physics SOCIAL STUDIES (3 credits) World Geography, World History, or Western Civilization Civics American History P.E./Health (2 credits) P.E I (1 credit) P.E. II (½ credit) Health Ed (½ credit) Career Electives Career Major (Must complete 5 Primary Courses or 4 Primary Courses & 2 Related Courses including IBCA) - IBCA (Required) - Journey to Careers or JAG (Required) - (Primary) - (Primary) - (Primary) - (Primary or Related) -Elective of choice TOTAL CREDITS: 24 -Elective of choice **There are some other courses that may substitute in certain areas. See your counselor for more details. 7

10 CAREER DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST (23 credits needed to graduate with a Career Diploma) *Students can earn up to 32 credits in 4 years* English (4 credits) English I English II English III English IV or Senior Applications in English Math (4 credits)** Path A Algebra I Pt 1 Algebra I Pt 2 (Choose 2 of the following: Geometry, Math Essentials, Path B Algebra I Geometry ( Choose 2 of the following: Math Essentials, Algebra II, Financial Math, Algebra II) Financial Math, Advanced Math) **Math courses must follow prerequisites. Science (3 credits) Physical Science or Integrated Science Biology Environmental Science, Chemistry, (must also take Algebra II), Biology II, or Physics (Algebra II and Chemistry are Prerequisites for Biology II and Physics) Social Studies (3 credits) World Geography, World History, or Western Civilization Civics American History P.E./Health Education (2 credits) P.E I (1 credit) P.E. II (½ credit) Health Ed (½ credit) Career Electives (7 credits) *Career Major (Must complete 5 Primary Courses or 4 Primary Courses & 2 Related Courses including IBCA) 1. Journey to Careers or JAG (Required) 2. IBCA (Required) 5. (Primary) 3. (Primary) 6. (Primary) 4. (Primary) 7. (Primary or Related) TOTAL: 23 CREDITS **There are some other courses that may substitute in certain areas. See your counselor for more details. 8

11 The Louisiana State Department of Education Graduation Pathways for Incoming Freshmen Beginning Fall 2014 The Louisiana High School Redesign Commission has adopted the following graduation options. The TOPS University Diploma is designed for students who plan to enter a four-year college or university upon graduation from high school. Students selecting the TOPS University Pathway will continue to pursue core academic credits that mirror the TOPS Core curriculum. Having completed all core course credits, students may graduate from high school early, or pursue AP, IB, CLEP, or dual enrollment credits. Students graduating on the TOPS University Pathway may also complete Jump Start courses as electives. The Jump Start TOPS Tech Diploma is designed for students who plan to enter a community college, a technical school, or the workforce upon graduation from high school. Students pursuing the Jump Start TOPS Tech Pathway may earn basic or advanced credentials in statewide or regional career areas or equivalent credentials earned through dual enrollment coursework. Students graduating with a Jump Start TOPS Tech Career Diploma will be required to attain Jump Start statewide or regional credentials. Through elective coursework students may also earn the TOPS University credential. If this pathway is selected, the student and his/her parent or guardian must meet with the Professional School Counselor to discuss the student s options. This meeting can be held as early as the student s second year of high school. Both the student and parent(s) must sign the Jump Start Participation Form. The principal signifies approval of the request with his/her signature. The tables on the following pages show the course requirements for TOPS University Diploma and Jump Start TOPS Tech Diploma. 9

12 ENGLISH = 4 Units 1 Unit English I 1 Unit English II 1 Unit English III or English III AP 1 Unit English IV or English IV AP TOPS University Diploma Requirements For Incoming Freshmen Beginning Fall 2014 MATH = 4 Units 1 Unit Algebra I 1 Unit Geometry 1 Unit Algebra II 1 Unit from the following: Advanced Math - Functions and Statistics or Calculus SCIENCE = 4 Units 1 Unit Biology I 1 Unit Chemistry I 2 Units from the following: Environmental Science, Physical Science, Chemistry II, Physics I, Biology II, Physics II SOCIAL STUDIES = 4 Units 1 Unit Civics 1 Unit U.S. History 2 Units from the following: Western Civilization, World Geography, World History FOREIGN LANGUAGE = 2 Units Foreign Language, both units in the same language, which may include the following: French I & French II or Spanish I & Spanish II ART = 1 Unit 1 Unit from the following: Visual Arts courses, Music courses, Fine Arts Survey, Drafting Health/Physical Education = 2 Units (JROTC may be substituted for PE.) 1 Unit from the following: Physical Education I ½ Unit from the following: Physical Education II, Marching Band, Extracurricular Sports ½ Unit from the following: Health Education (JROTC I and II may be used to meet the Health Ed) ELECTIVES = 3 Units Electives Total = 24 Units 10

13 Jump Start TOPS Tech (Career Diploma) Course Requirements Entering 9th Graders ENGLISH = 4 Units 1 Unit English I 1 Unit English II 2 Units from the following: English III, English IV, Business English, or Technical Writing MATH = 4 Units 1 Unit Algebra I 3 Units from the following: Geometry, Math Essentials, Financial Literacy (formerly Financial Math), Business Math, Technical Math, Algebra II SCIENCE = 2 Units 1 Unit Biology I 1 Unit from the following: Chemistry I, Environmental Science, Physical Science SOCIAL STUDIES = 2 Units 1 Unit U.S. History 1 Unit Civics *To meet current TOPS Tech requirements, students must complete an additional third unit of Science, third unit of Social Studies, and a credit in a basic computer course Health/Physical Education = 2 Units (JROTC may be substituted for PE.) 1 Unit from the following: Physical Education I ½ Unit from the following: Physical Education II, Marching Band, Extracurricular Sports ½ Unit from the following: Health Education (JROTC I and II may be used to meet the Health Ed) Jump Start = 9 Units 9 Units from the following: Jump Start course sequences, workplace experiences, and credentials as approved in Regional Jump Start proposals Total = 23 Units 11

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15 TOPS UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST (24 credits needed to graduate) *Students can earn up to 32 credits in 4 years* NAME ENGLISH (4 credits) English I English II English III or English III AP English IV or English IV AP MATH (4 credits) Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Advanced Math SCIENCE (4 credits) Biology Chemistry Physical Science, Environmental Science, Chemistry II, Biology II, Physics I, Physics II Physical Science, Environmental Science, Chemistry II, Biology II, Physics I, Physics II SOCIAL STUDIES (4 credits) World Geography Civics American History World History or Western Civilization P.E./Health (2 credits) P.E I (1 credit) P.E. II (½ credit) Health Ed (½ credit) Foreign Language (2 credits) Spanish I or French I Art or Art Substitute Art I or Substitute ( ) Spanish II or French II Electives (3 credits)

16 JUMP START TOPS TECH REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST (23 credits needed to graduate) *Students can earn up to 32 credits in 4 years* NAME English (4 credits) English I English II English III, Technical Writing, or Business English English IV, Technical Writing, or Business English Math (4 credits) Algebra I Geometry, Math Essentials, Algebra II, Financial Literacy, Business Math, or Technical Math Geometry, Math Essentials, Algebra II, Financial Literacy, Business Math, or Technical Math Geometry, Math Essentials, Algebra II, Financial Literacy, Business Math, or Technical Math Science (2 credits) Biology Chemistry, Environmental Science, or Physical Science Social Studies (2 credits) Civics American History *To meet current TOPS Tech requirements, students must complete an additional third unit of Science, third unit of Social Studies, and a credit in a basic computer course P.E./Health Education (2 credits) P.E. I (1 credit) P.E. II (½ credit) Health Ed (½ credit) Career Electives (9 credits) CTE Pathway Job Specialty 1. Journey to Careers or JAG 2. IBCA

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32 High School Testing Accepted by all four-year colleges and universities in the United States Based on information you are learning in high school Offers both a college admissions test and a career planning component Offered six times per year and may be taken up to 12 times beginning in the 9 th grade New Iberia Senior High school code this is the code for ACT to send your scores to us to keep on file When completing your registration and for test day, make sure to put your social security number where it is asked. If you do not put your social security number, your TOPS scholarship may be delayed. New Iberia Senior High is a test center the code is A student may choose up to four colleges and/or scholarship agencies to send scores to for no charge: Examples: TOPS code 1595; NCAA 9999; Baton Rouge Community College 1603; Dillard University 1578; Grambling State University 1582; LSU 1590; LSU- Eunice 1587; LA Tech University 1588; Loyola University 1592; McNeese State University 1594; Nicholls State University 1580; Northwestern State University 1600; South Louisiana Community College (SLCC) 1615; Southeastern Louisiana University 1608; Southern University-Baton Rouge 1610; Tulane University 1614; UL-Lafayette 1612; UL-Monroe 1598; University of New Orleans 1591; Xavier University 1618 Fee waivers are available for juniors and seniors see your Professional School Counselor Act Prep Offered through PLATO. Ask your Counselor for more information. Website: There will be school wide testing of all juniors in March of each year 30

33 The SAT The SAT is a globally recognized college admission test that lets you show colleges what you know and how well you can apply that knowledge It tests your knowledge of reading, writing and math subjects that are taught every day in high school classrooms Most students take the SAT during their junior or senior year of high school, and almost all colleges and universities use the SAT to make admission decisions. Offered several times per year Acadiana High School in Lafayette, LA is the nearest testing site Website: OTHER TESTS A precursor to ACT. Your score on the PLAN is a predictor to what you will score on the ACT Given to sophomores at NISH in the Spring Semester Score is used to determine eligibility for dual enrollment which is college credit! No PLAN Score=No dual enrollment credit. No fee for students 31

34 EXPLORE is the first part of a testing system that goes on to include PLAN and the ACT. The EXPLORE Student Score Report gives information about your knowledge, skills, interests, and plans. You can use this information as you plan your high school coursework and begin thinking about college and work. A precursor to PLAN. Your score on the EXPLORE is a predictor to what you will score on the PLAN Given to freshman at NISH in the Spring Semester No fee for students PSAT/NMSQT The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is a program cosponsored by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) It is a standardized test that provides firsthand practice for the SAT Some private companies require a PSAT score for their individual scholarships It also gives you a chance to enter NMSC scholarship programs and gain access to college and career planning tools Freshmen and Sophomores may take the PSAT for practice. The PSAT/NMSC Qualifying Test is given to Juniors. The test is given in October (national test date) 32

35 WorkKeys helps ensure that individuals are ready for work and for life. WorkKeys helps students determine the skill levels required for various jobs. WorkKeys is a job skills assessment system that helps employers select, hire, train, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce. WorkKeys testing is generally done by juniors and/or seniors. Website: CLEP offers 33 exams in five subject areas, covering material taught in courses that students may generally take in their first two years of college. By passing a CLEP exam, students can earn 3 to 12 college credits. Exams cost $80. Testing is generally done by juniors and/or seniors. Website: 33

36 By taking an AP course and scoring successfully on the related AP Exam, students can save on college expenses: most colleges and universities nationwide offer college credit, advanced placement, or both, for qualifying AP Exam scores. Students who have enrolled in AP courses are encouraged to take the AP exam. AP testing is generally done by juniors and/or seniors. Website: 34

37 Honors Program Requirements Students may enter the Honors Program at the beginning of the 9 th grade by simply registering for Honors Courses. Students may also enter the Honors Program at the beginning of their 10 th grade year providing they successfully attain the minimum number of honors credits for program completion while meeting all other program requirements in the 10 th, 11 th, and 12 th grades. When a student transfers, a school committee will determine if a student qualifies for the Honors Program based on the transcript from the previous school. Students must have a total of 15 Honors credits at the end of their senior year to graduate in the Honors Program. SUGGESTED TIMELINE FOR HONORS A. 3 honors credits in the 9 th grade*. B. 4 honors credits in the 10 th grade. C. 4 honors credits in the 11 th grade. D. 4 honors credits in the 12 th grade. 15 honors credits at graduation Honors Curriculum Classes of All honor students are required to complete 30 credits from the following prescribed college preparatory curriculum according to the following schedule. Students following this curriculum will have 22 required credits and 8 credits to choose from electives. Additionally, students must complete 15 of these 30 credits at the Honors level according to the grade level minimum requirements listed above. * Inclusive of 8 th Grade Carnegie Unit High School Level Honors Courses Honor students may elect either standard or honor-level courses to fulfill the credit requirements. *For recognition at graduation purposes only, AP courses are weighted higher than honors courses English 4 credits Mathematics 4 credits Social Studies 4 credits Natural Science 4 credits a. English I b. English II c. English III d. English IV a. Algebra I b. Geometry c. Algebra II d. Advanced Math a. World History or World Geography b. Civics c. American History d. World Geography or Western Civilization a. Physical Science b. Biology c. Chemistry d. Physics, Biology II, Chemistry II or Anatomy/Physiology Physical Education & Health Education 2 credits a. Physical Education I b. Physical Education II ½ c. Health Education ½ Computer Studies 1 credit Intro to Business Computer Application or Computer Science Foreign Language 2 credits 2 credits of the same language French I and II or Spanish I and II Fine Arts Survey Fine Arts Survey or TOPS Approved Substitution 35

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39 Class of 2018 and beyond Valedictorian Requirements All valedictorian candidates are required to complete 30 credits from the following prescribed college preparatory curriculum according to the following schedule. Students following this curriculum will have 21 required credits and 9 credits to choose from electives. * Inclusive of 8 th Grade Carnegie Unit High School Level Honors Courses Valedictorian candidates will be required to complete 18 Honors Courses, an Art elective credit, and PE/Health requirements in order to considered for valedictorian. The requirements are listed below: *For recognition at graduation purposes only, AP courses are weighted higher than honors courses English 4 Honors credits Mathematics 4 Honors credits Social Studies 4 Honors credits Natural Science 4 Honors credits a. English I Honors b. English II Honors* c. English III Honors d. English III AP e. English IV Honors f. English IV AP *Pre-AP when offered. a. Algebra I Honors b. Geometry Honors c. Algebra II Honors d. Advanced Math Honors* e. Calculus AP *AP when offered. a. World Geography Honors b. Civics Honors c. American History Honors* d. Western Civilization Honors e. World History Honors a. Biology Honors* b. Biology II Honors c. Chemistry Honors d. Chemistry II Honors e. Physics Honors f. Physics II Honors *AP when offered. Foreign Language 2 Honors credits Art 1 Credit *AP when offered. Physical Education & Health Education 2 credits 2 credits of the same language French I Honors French II Honors or Spanish I Honors Spanish II Honors Fine Arts Survey Art I, Art II, Art III, Art IV, 3D Design Band Courses Choir Courses or TOPS Approved Substitution d. Physical Education I e. Physical Education II ½ Health Education ½ 37

40 Honors Program Code of Ethics 1. Honor students shall be honest. They should not cheat or copy the work of others. 2. Honor students should demonstrate respect for themselves, others and their teachers. 3. Honor students should be self-motivated. 4. Honor students should exhibit pride in themselves, the school and their work. 5. Honor students should be responsible and dependable. 6. Honor students should cooperate with their teachers and others. 7. Honor students should help others. 8. Honor students should want to learn and be willing to accept the challenge offered through the honors program. 9. Honor students should be well rounded; they should participate in both curricular and extracurricular activities. 10. Honor students should express positive and mature attitudes. 11. Honor students should serve as models for all students. Ethics Violations Students found to be in violation of the Code of Ethics will be referred to the administration by the Honors Program teacher. Dependent upon the severity of the violation, a student may be issued a warning or placed on Honors Program Probation. Students on probation will be re-evaluated after a semester by a conference of teachers, administration and parents. If the student has not demonstrated improvement during this time, he or she will not be allowed to complete the NISH Honors Program. A student is only allowed one probationary period. Graduation Recognition Classes of 2017 Graduates who complete the Honors Program will receive a cord during the graduation ceremony acknowledging their successful completion of the program. Cumulative grade point averages (CGPA) for all students are calculated on a four point scale using final averages. Weighted grade point averages will be calculated on Honors Program students with a cumulative grade point average of or higher. Step I: Determine the difficulty factor (DF) (AP Courses x 1.35) + (Honors* x 1.25) + (Minimum # of credits required - Honors credits taken) * = Cap of 20 honors courses Minimum # of credits required Step 2: Determine weighted grade point average (WGPA) Multiply the student s cumulative GPA by the difficulty factor. (CGPA X DF = WGPA) Honors students are encouraged to take additional honor courses; however, the number of honor courses to be counted in computing weighted grade point averages will be capped at 20. Graduates who have a 3.5 cumulative grade point average or better and who have completed the Honors Program will be designated as Honor Graduates. They will be seated in order according to their respective weighted grade point averages (WGPA). The Honor Graduates will be recognized individually and will be presented honor sashes. Graduates who have a cumulative grade point average of less than 3.5 and who have completed the requirements of the Honors Program will sit on successive rows in alphabetical order and will be recognized as a group. Graduates who have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better who are not in the Honors program will be seated ahead of the other seniors and will be recognized individually. All other graduates will be seated in alphabetical order. The valedictorian(s) will be the Honors program graduate(s) with the highest weighted grade point average. The valedictorian(s) will give the commencement address. 38

41 Graduation Recognition Class of 2018 & Beyond Graduates who complete the Honors Program will receive a cord during the graduation ceremony acknowledging their successful completion of the program. Cumulative grade point averages (CGPA) for all students are calculated on a four point scale using final averages. Weighted grade point averages will be calculated on Honors Program students with a cumulative grade point average of or higher. Step I: Determine the difficulty factor (DF) (AP Courses x 1.35) + (Honors* x 1.25) + (Minimum # of credits required - Honors credits taken) Minimum # of credits required * = Cap of 20 Honors and AP courses Step 2: Determine weighted grade point average (WGPA) Multiply the student s cumulative GPA by the difficulty factor. (CGPA X DF = WGPA) Honors students are encouraged to take additional honor courses; however, the number of honor courses to be counted in computing weighted grade point averages will be capped at 20. Graduates who have a 3.5 cumulative grade point average or better and who are in the Honors Program will be designated as Honor Graduates. They will be seated in order according to their respective weighted grade point averages (WGPA). The Honor Graduates will be recognized individually and will be presented honor sashes. Graduates who have a cumulative grade point average of less than 3.5 and who have completed the requirements of the Honors Program will sit on successive rows in alphabetical order and will be recognized as a group. Graduates who have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better who are not in the Honors program will be seated ahead of the other seniors and will be recognized individually. All other graduates will be seated in alphabetical order. The valedictorian(s) will be the Honors program graduate(s) with the highest weighted cumulative grade point average and with an ACT composite of a 27 or higher. The last ACT accepted for valedictorian consideration will be the February ACT date. The valedictorian(s) will give the commencement address. 39

42 Honors Program Additional Information 1. Grading scale for honors courses: = A = B = C = D 2. Grading scale for Advanced Placement (AP) courses: = A = B = C = D 3. Entering and exiting honors/ap classes: a. Any student may enroll in an honors class. Any student who enrolls in an honors class is responsible for accepting the challenges offered. b. Students enrolling in AP courses will be required to complete an admission application and attend an informational meeting with a parent/guardian. Once accepted into an AP course, students will not be allowed to change their schedule to move into an honors or on-level class. Any student who enrolls in an AP class is responsible for accepting the challenges offered. 4. Only honor courses taken on campus while enrolled as a full-time student during the regular school term will be counted for the honors program. Honors level Carnegie unit courses for high school credit taken at the eighth grade level can be counted towards the Honor s Program requirements. 5. Homebound students who cannot fulfill all of the requirements of the Honors Program because of curriculum requirements will be ineligible to participate in the Honors Program. 6. A student who fails a course in the fall semester cannot retake the course in the spring semester in order to meet the requirements of the Honors Program. The only time a student will be allowed to retake a course in the spring semester is in the case of a senior earning a graduation requirement. If a student fails an honors course, it is highly recommended that he/she retake the course as an on-level course. 40

43 General Information Financial Aid The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is available after January 1 st. Filling out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is necessary for financial aid and TOPS. More information can be found online at or The Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance also has financial aid information. This information is available at or Mr. Donald Doffoney (UL Lafayette Talent Search) doffoney@louisiana.edu is another valuable resource for questions about financial aid. Scholarship Information Scholarships are offered by private industries and businesses as well as colleges and universities. Check individual websites for scholarship information. These scholarships may or may not be need-based. Many require that the student fill out the fafsa federal application for student aid. This document can be completed after January 1 st of the senior year. NISH also receives scholarship information from various sources, and this information is placed on the counter in guidance for students to pick up and complete. FastWeb is a scholarship search engine. The website for it is: It is a free service for students. Educational Talent Search Educational Talent Search is an informational program which assists students by helping them to better understand their educational opportunities and options after graduation. The UL Lafayette Educational Talent Search Counselor, Mr. Donald Doffoney, will meet with juniors and seniors who sign up for the program once a month to help students in various areas associated with college planning. Mr. Donald Doffoney (UL Lafayette Talent Search) doffoney@louisiana.edu Graduate Sales Graduate Sales handles the senior graduation supplies. Graduate Sales Office Number Graduate Sale jpiart@cox.net Senior Photography Information for Yearbook Portrait Gallery (337)

44 STUDENT PROGRESS CENTER / PROGRESS REPORTS The Student Progress Center is an effective means of communication between you the parents and our teachers and administration at New Iberia Senior High. If any parent has not yet experienced the Progress Center, it is an internet-based application that allows parents to have access to all school data immediately as it is entered into our system by a secretary, teacher or administrator. Parents have the capability to view their child s attendance, conduct, grades, assignments, transcripts, and disciplinary records. We would like to encourage all parents to make use of this great tool as a means of keeping track of their child s progress here at NISH. If you have not yet logged on to the Student Progress Center, please follow the instructions below: 1. Go to the Iberia Parish Schools Website: 2. Click on the Student Progress Center Link 3. If an error message states that there is a problem with the website s security certificate, choose Continue to this website 4. Click on Register New User 5. The New User Registration screen will appear 6. Fill in the following information: a. Choose your relationship to the student b. Enter your last name c. Enter the PSN which is the last five digits of your child s social security number 7. Click Submit 8. The system will then prompt you to enter a username and password. It will also prompt you for two security questions in case you forget your password. Please keep your password in a safe place. 9. Go back to the main login screen and try out your username and password. 10. If the account was created successfully, you will see a photo of your child or a box if no picture is available. Click on his/her picture/box to access the information. 11. To add additional children you your account, click on the Link Students button. Provide each of your children s First name, Last Name, SSN, and Date of Birth to link them all to one account. 12. If you have any problems or questions, please call NISH for assistance. 42

45 Grade Classification The grade classification of a student depends upon the number of credits earned. A student s grade level will be determined once per year and will be based on credits earned the previous school year. Grade levels will not be changed at mid-term. The exception to this is Juniors who are trying to graduate early and have 20 credits (for Basic and Core Four Diplomas) or 19 credits (for Career Diplomas) will have their grade levels changed at midterm. The minimum number of credits required for each classification is recommended as follows: 9 th Grade Less than 6 credits 10 th Grade credits 11 th grade credits for Career Diploma credits for Core 4 and Basic Core 12 th grade 17 or more credits for Career Diploma 18 or more credits for Core 4 and Basic Core Graduation: 23 credits Career Diploma 24 credits Core 4 and Basic Core End of course testing (eoc) End of Course (EOC) tests have replaced the Graduation Exit Exam. EOC test results count as 20% of the final average in Algebra I, Algebra I Part II, Geometry, English II, Biology, English III, and American History. ALL students enrolled in an EOC course are required to take the EOC test, and it will count as part of the student s final average in the course. For incoming freshmen in and beyond, students must meet the high-stakes assessment requirements below to earn a diploma. As a graduation requirement for Core 4, Basic Core,Career, TOPS University or JumpStart Diploma, students must pass three End-of-Course Tests in the following categories: Either Algebra I or Geometry Either English II or English III Either Biology I or American History A student has passed the EOC test if he or she scores FAIR, GOOD, or EXCELLENT on the EOC test. A score of NEEDS IMPROVEMENT means the student failed the EOC test. (NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on all EOC tests converts to either a D or an F as a District Grade depending on the EOC scaled score). Individual Graduation Plan Requirements Act 257 of the 2009 Louisiana Legislature By the end of the 8 th grade, each student shall develop, with the input of his/her family, an Individual Graduation Plan (IGP). The purposes of the IGP document and related activities are as follows: Explore educational and career possibilities Make appropriate secondary/postsecondary decisions as part of an overall career plan Plan based on the student s talents and interests Consider graduation requirements relevant to the student s career pathway (area of concentration) and postsecondary entrance requirements Students will update their IGPs on the LAConnect website each year either through their Journey to Careers class or their English class. Updated IGPs will be sent home for approval and students and parents will be asked to sign the plan. Students and parents may also make corrections to the IGP from home on the LAConnect website. Students can get their usernames and passwords from their guidance counselors. If any changes are made after students have printed one out at school and taken it home to be signed, students & parents must print out a new one and return it signed to their guidance counselors. LAConnect can be found at 43

46 Credit Recovery Credit recovery is an instructional program for students who have failed core courses taken previously. Credit recovery courses are taught using the computer software program PLATO. To recover credit, the student must pass a comprehensive final exam or the EOC. A student athlete interested in a Division I or II University MUST repeat the required courses in their entirety to fulfill the NCAA requirements. Students cannot simply repeat the deficient skills of a required course they fail. In other words, they cannot use the credit recovery option for promotion of subjects failed. It will not meet the NCAA requirement for that course. ACCELERATED CREDIT Accelerated credit also uses the PLATO Software program. However, Accelerated is first time credit not repeat credit. Students are required to use Moodle for course completion. To receive credit, the student must pass a comprehensive final exam or the EOC. See your counselor for more information. Industry-based certification An Industry-Based Certification (IBC) is tangible evidence that an individual has successfully demonstrated skill competencies in a specific set of work-related tasks, single occupations area, or a cluster of related occupational areas. If you are in a class that offers an IBC ask your teacher for more information. Summer School The purpose of summer school is to enable students to make up subjects failed. The subjects offered are determined by student requests. To obtain credit for a summer school course, the student must be enrolled in an accredited summer school program and must successfully complete the requirements of the course. If a student intends to attend a summer school program which is not sponsored by the Iberia Parish School System, the student must submit documentation concerning the accreditation of that summer school program to the principal prior to entering that program. The principal determines whether the student will receive credit for the course. Partial-Day Students Seniors may be partial-day students. Students are responsible for their own transportation and will not be allowed to use the telephone to call for rides. Failure to leave the campus after your final class period will result in disciplinary action and possible re-scheduling into four classes. See your counselor for more information. 44

47 Graduation Full participation in the graduation ceremony at New Iberia Senior High School is a privilege and not a right for the individual student and his/her parents. Therefore, the privilege of graduating with one s class on graduation night is governed by the following principles: 1. Successful completion of the course of studies and testing required by the State of Louisiana and Iberia Parish. 2. Certification by New Iberia Senior High School s administrators as having followed the rules and regulations of the school to such a degree that the student earned the privilege of being an active participant in the graduation ceremony. These rules and regulations specifically include the section on suspension and expulsion found in the student handbook. However, other breaches of rules and regulations may be considered by the administration before bestowing on the student the privilege of being able to participate in the graduation ceremony. NOTE Students who fail to pass the required components of the EOC may not participate in the graduation ceremony. The valedictorian and salutatorian for the graduating class will be the Honor Graduates with the highest and second to highest weighted GPA respectively. (See the Honors Program section of this book for more detailed information.) Honor graduates with a 3.5 GPA or better will sit on the first row at graduation in order according to weighted grade point average. Graduates who have a cumulative grade point average of less than 3.5 in the Honors Program will sit on successive rows in alphabetical order. Graduates who have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better who are not in the Honors Program will be seated ahead of the other graduates and will be recognized as graduating With Distinction. All other graduates will be seated in alphabetical order. Cumulative Grade Point Average Cumulative grade point average is calculated on a 4-point scale. Final averages are used with quality points assigned as follows: 1-Credit Course A = 4 quality points B = 3 quality points C = 2 quality points D = 1 quality point Quality points for ½ credit, 2 credit, and 3 credit courses are adjusted according to the value of the course credit. All credits attempted will be included for cumulative grade point average (CGPA) purposes. Rank in Class: Rank in class is based upon un-weighted cumulative grade point average. 45

48 Miscellaneous Information on Curriculum Students who cannot participate in required Physical Education classes because of medical reasons must present to the counselor (before registration) a written, medical statement from a qualified physician. Students will remain scheduled in P.E. until the medical statement is received. These students will then be allowed to waive P.E. as a requirement. These medical statements must be updated yearly until the student has graduated. It is necessary in some courses for a fee to be charged. All fees will have to be paid within two weeks after the beginning of the semester. Schedule changes will not be made because of a student s inability to pay fees. Please review course descriptions carefully and do not schedule courses that charge a fee if you are unwilling or unable to pay them. Please take note that prerequisites for certain courses are included. Do not schedule a course with a prerequisite unless you have fulfilled the necessary requirements. The course directory contains brief descriptions of courses along with necessary information as to grade level prerequisites. Honors, AP, and gifted are the highest academic levels. Onlevel is the average academic level. Be sure that the level of the course fits your abilities. Please make all course selections very carefully. Students will be held accountable for choices once schedules are completed. Schedules changes will only be made at the discretion of administration, and these changes will only be granted in rare circumstances. Contact your Guidance Counselor before the end of May to change your schedule requests. Students may not receive credit for the same course twice. 46