2015-2016 Registration Guide

BLOOMINGTON JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL 2015-2016 Registration Guide 4001 West 102 nd Street, Bloomington, MN 55437 Telephone: 952-806-7600 http://jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us

Table of Contents Introduction...Page 1 General Information... Page 2 Bloomington Graduation Requirements...Page 3 Credit Status Report...Page 4 STEM / Fine Arts Graduation Requirements...Page 5 Post-High School Information...Page 6 Learning Options...Page 8 Policies...Page 10 9th Grade Honors Placement...Page 12 Online Registration...Page 14 Student Scheduling Calendar for 2015-2016...Page 15 Business & Marketing Education...Page 16 Career & College Academy...Page 18 Computer Education...Page 24 Dakota County Technical College...Page 25 Driver Education...Page 26 Engineering...Page 27 Experiential / Service Education...Page 29 Family & Consumer Science Education...Page 32 Fine Arts Education...Page 34 Media Arts...Page 34 Performing Arts...Page 36 Visual Arts...Page 40 Health Education...Page 44 Language Arts Education...Page 45 Mathematics Education...Page 51 Physical Education...Page 59 Post-Secondary Enrollment Options...Page 62 Science Education...Page 63 Social Studies Education...Page 70 Special Education Services...Page 77 Study Hall / Teacher Assistant...Page 86 Technology Education...Page 87 World Languages Education...Page 89 Co-Curricular Activities...Page 96

1 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration Introduction Dear Students, Jefferson High School s Registration Guide is designed to assist you in making decisions that will have a significant impact on your future. Whether you plan on attending a four-year college, technical college, business college, enlisting in the armed services, or pursuing some other endeavor, you need to take advantage of the opportunities you have while in high school. You must also keep in mind the graduation requirements set forth by the Bloomington School District and the State of Minnesota. This guide will help you use your interests, aptitudes, and educational goals to create a course of study that will meet your needs and prepare you for the challenges of the 21st Century. All students currently in grades 8-11 will be using this guide and course registration worksheet throughout the registration process. The 2015-2016 school year may seem like a long way off, but we need time to analyze the registration requests, assemble the staff, and develop the schedule for next year. Although it is many months away, you need to take this course selection process seriously and think through your decisions carefully. Please study the information in this guide, paying close attention to course requirements, prerequisites, and the sequence in which courses are taken. Unfortunately, even the best laid plans do not always work. The master schedule for next year will be developed after all students register and staffing has been determined. The courses offered, and the number of sections available, are based on the demand expressed by students at the time of registration. If enrollment for a course is too low, that course will be dropped. In addition, during the development of the master schedule conflicts will arise, as a result, students will not always be able to get their first choices for courses and another selection will need to be made. Due to the potential for dropped courses and conflicts, it is important that you list serious choices for alternate courses on the registration sheet. We are here to help you make the best program decisions possible. However, once you ve made your choices, they are final! Your decisions will determine our course offerings and staffing needs for next school year. After we have completed the registration and staffing process, class schedule changes will be made only if there is space available to accommodate those changes. Counselors and teachers will be assisting you with the registration process. Please contact them if you have any questions regarding registration. We look forward to working with you to make this process as smooth as possible. Good luck with this important project and best wishes in your preparation for the upcoming 2015-2016 school year! Sincerely, Kevin Groebner Principal Justin Hall Assistant Principal

2 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration General Information Schedule Jefferson High School s schedule is a modified 6-period day program with an Early Bird option. Each class period in our normal 6-period schedule is 57 minutes long with an 6-minute break between periods. On Wednesdays our schedule is be adjusted to include a 45-minute Homeroom. This allows time for students to build relationships with other students and another adult staff member in the building, and for our Pathfinders to meet with our 9th graders. It is also a time for some student clubs/organizations to meet. On homeroom days class periods will be 96 minutes in length. On Thursdays our schedule is adjusted to include a 45-minute Academic Seminar. Academic Seminar allows time for students to meet with teachers for extra tutoring or to take tests. On Academic Seminar days class periods will be 96 minutes in length. Below, you will find two daily schedules we follow. The Monday-Tuesday-Friday schedule is a straightforward 6-period day schedule. The Wednesday - Thursday schedule is a modified-block schedule. Students have periods 1, 3, and 5 on Wednesdays, and periods 2, 4, and 6 on Thursdays. The modified block days will generally run when school is in session for all five days in a given week. In weeks when school is in session for only 2, 3, or 4 days, we will generally follow the full 6-period day schedule. MONDAY, TUESDAY, FRIDAY WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY Early Bird 6:50-7:43 Period 1 7:50-8:47 Period 2 8:53-9:51 Period 3 9:57-10:54 Period 4 11:00-12:30 Lunch 1 11:00-11:30 Class 11:30-12:30 Class 11:00-11:30 Lunch 2 11:30-12:00 Class 12:00-12:30 Class 11:00-12:00 Lunch 3 12:00-12:30 Period 5 12:36-1:33 Period 6 1:39-2:37 Early Bird 6:50-7:43 Period 1/2 7:50-9:26 Homeroom/Academic Seminar 9:33-10:18 Period 3/4 10:24-12:30 Class 10:24-11:00 Lunch 1 11:00-11:30 Class 11:30-12:30 Class 10:24-11:30 Lunch 2 11:30-12:00 Class 12:00-12:30 Class 10:24-12:00 Lunch 3 12:00-12:30 Period 5/6 12:37-2:14 Wed. - Prof. Learning Comm. 2:19-2:57 Thursday/Teacher PREP 2:14-2:37 Early Bird As you can see on the schedules, the Early Bird classes will run every day of the week* - no matter what the schedule is for the remainder of the day. Students will indicate on their registration sheets if they want to take Early Bird courses. Transportation may be provided for Early Bird courses at an additional cost to families. This will be determined at a later date depending on the number of families interested in this transportation option. The courses that will be available as Early Bird courses are shown below. It is our goal that all of these courses are in the master schedule, however, if there is not enough student enrollment, or the appropriate staffing that course will not be offered as an Early Bird class. * 9th Grade Physical Education Hybrid and 10th Grade Physical Education Hybrid do not run every day of the week. Language Arts English 10 Physical Education *9th Grade Physical Education Hybrid Honors English 10 *10th Grade Physical Education Hybrid Mathematics Geometry Social Studies Honors Social Studies 9 Honors Geometry Social Studies 9 Algebra II U.S. History Honors Algebra II U.S. Government Science Physical Science 9 World Language Latin I Spanish II Credits Our academic year is made up of three, 12-week, trimesters. Students enroll in six or seven classes each trimester. Every successfully completed one-trimester class will earn 1.0 credit. There is the potential of earning 6 or 7 credits per trimester, 18-21 credits per academic year, and 72-84 credits over four years. Students are encouraged to meet periodically with their counselors to ensure timely progress is being made towards graduation.

3 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration Bloomington Graduation Requirements Language Arts English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 Social Studies Social Studies 9 World History (grade 10) U.S. History (grade 11) Economics (grade 12) Government (grade 12) Math Intermediate Algebra Geometry Algebra II Credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits Credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits 1 credit 1 credit Credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits STEM* Credits 1 credit *Must be in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math. (Please refer to page 5 for the list of courses that fulfill the STEM requirement) Science Physical Science Biology Chemistry or Physics Physical Education Physical Education 9 Physical Education 10 Health Health (grade 10) Credits 3 credits 3 credits 3 credits Credits 1 credit 1 credit Credits 1 credit Fine Arts* Credits 2 credits *Must be in Visual Arts, Music, Theater, Dance, or Media Arts. (Please refer to page 5 for the list of courses that fulfill the Fine Arts requirements) Total credits to graduate 65 credits

4 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration Credit Status Report JEFFERSON CREDIT STATUS REPORT Student Name Grade Date The above student s records indicate that the student has earned credits as of this date. Requirements for graduation are 65 credits. Students must also complete the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA s) in Reading, Writing, and Math, as well as the PLAN Test and ACT Test. Our records show that you have been awarded credits in the following courses. Each box represents one trimester of course work, 1.0 credit on the trimester schedule. 9 th 10 th 11 th 12 th 12 credits- English 11 credits- Social Studies 9 credits- Math English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 Civics World History US History Econ. & Govt. Intermediate Algebra Geometry Algebra II 1.0 credit-stem 9 credits- Science Physical Science Biology Chemistry or Physics 2 credits- Fine Arts 2 credit- Physical Ed. PE 9 PE 10 1 credit- Health

5 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration STEM Graduation Requirement The STEM requirement for graduation can be met by completing one credit of an elective Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math course. In order for a Math or Science course to be considered an elective credit, it must be an additional credit that is completed after the 9 required credits. All STEM courses are marked by the following symbol: Below is a list of courses that fulfill the STEM graduation requirement: Science Technology/Engineering Math Human Anatomy Digital Electronics Probability and Statistics Marine Biology Introduction to Engineering Design AP Statistics Astronomy Civil Engineering and Architecture Pre-Calculus Weather and the Atmosphere Principles of Engineering Honors Pre-Calculus Forensic Science Aerospace Engineering Calculus Robotics Engineering and Programming AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC Fine Arts Graduation Requirement The Fine Arts requirement for graduation can be met by completing two credits of an elective Fine Arts course. There are three main areas in our Fine Arts Education Program: 1) The Media Arts 2) The Performing Arts, and 3) The Visual Arts. All Fine Arts courses are marked by the following symbol: FINE ARTS Below is a list of courses that fulfill the Fine Arts graduation requirement. Media Arts Introduction to Graphic Arts Advanced Graphic Arts Video Game Design Mobile App. Design Adv Video Game & Mobile App. Television & Video Production Jaguar S.P.O.T.S. -Hybrid Course Journalism Yearbook (Editors-In-Chief Only) Performing Arts Acting Introduction to Acting Advanced Acting Dance Dance Technique I, II, III Music Symphonic Band Concert Band Wind Ensemble Treble/JIVE Choir Concert Choir Connection Choir Orchestra Piano Lab Garage Band I & II Guitar Techniques I, II & III Songwriter s Workshop Visual Arts Intro to Animation & Digital Video Introduction to Craft Design Advanced Animation & Digital Video Ceramics Advanced Ceramics Introduction to 2-D Art Advanced 2-D Art Introduction to 3-D Art Advanced 3-D Art Painting Introduction to Photography Advanced Photography Advanced Photography Hybrid Honors Studio Art AP Studio Art & Portfolio

6 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration Post-High School Information Whether you plan on attending a four-year college, technical college, business college, enlist in the armed forces, or pursue some other endeavor, the faculty and staff at Jefferson High School is dedicated to providing an appropriate, quality education which will prepare you for life after your career at Jefferson. Whatever your post-high school interests may be, you will find information below which will be helpful as you plan your program of studies. COLLEGE - BOUND STUDENTS (4-YEAR, 2-YEAR, AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE) Most 4-year colleges in Minnesota require that students be in the upper half of their graduation class and perform satisfactorily on an entrance exam such as the American College Test (ACT), or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). Colleges look with favor upon students who have earned better-than-average grades, have taken college preparatory subjects, and have been involved in co-curricular activities. By no means does following a particular course of study guarantee a student admission to a specific college or university. Admissions officers continue to consider a student s grades, standardized test scores, co-curricular involvement, special talents, recommendations, etc. All Jefferson students will take the ACT exam during the spring of their junior year, this includes a written portion to the ACT Exam that many colleges and universities require. Retesting, if necessary or desired, may be completed during the fall of their senior year. However, always check with the college/university of your choice to determine if the SAT should be taken in addition to the ACT. For the student planning to attend a post-secondary institution, admission requirements are important to consider when preparing a high school program. There is a trend today toward increasing admission requirements, so it is necessary to be aware of the specific requirements the respective schools have in place for new students. The following are recommended high school preparation requirements (Grades 9-12) for students planning to enroll in the various types of post-secondary schools. University of Minnesota (Twin Cities, Duluth, Morris, etc.) and Minnesota State University System (Bemidji, Mankato, Metro U, Moorhead, Southwest, St. Cloud, Winona, etc.) Minimum preparation must include: 4 years of English with an emphasis on writing, including instruction in reading, speaking skills, literary understanding and appreciation; 4 years of math for the classes of 2015 and beyond (algebra I, geometry, and algebra II, pre-calculus); 3 years of a lab science (1 year each of a physical science, a natural science, and another laboratory science); 3 years of social studies (1 year each of U.S. history and geography or world history); 2 years of a single second language; and 1 year of fine arts. Top 50% of class. Minnesota Private Colleges & Universities (Gustavus Adolphus, St. Olaf, St. John s, St. Benedict s, St. Thomas, Augsburg, Carleton, Macalester, St. Mary s, and Concordia) and University of Wisconsin System (Eau Claire, Green Bay, LaCrosse, Milwaukee, Oshkosh, Platteville, River Falls, Stevens Point, Stout, Superior, Whitewater) The following high school program is strongly recommended: 4 years of English; 3 years of math (algebra I, geometry, and algebra II); 3 years of a lab science (1 year each of a physical science, a natural science, and another laboratory science) 3 years of social studies (1 year each of U.S. history and geography or world history); and 2 years of a single second language Top 50% of class. Highly Competitive Colleges & Universities: (Air Force Academy, Annapolis, Carleton, Harvard, Notre Dame, Stanford, West Point, Yale, University of Wisconson-Madison, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, etc.). Students are encouraged to pursue the most rigorous 4-year programs available in English, math, science, and world language. Advanced Placement (AP) and accelerated courses are strongly recommended. Be sure to inquire with the school of your choice to determine specific entry-level requirements.

7 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration Minnesota Community Colleges (Normandale, Inver Hills, Cambridge-Isanti, Rochester, etc.) Minnesota high school graduates are eligible for admission. Some programs require specific preparation. Minnesota Technical Colleges (Hennepin, Dakota, Anoka, etc.) Minnesota high school graduates are eligible for admission. Some programs require specific preparation. Business, technical and trade schools are emphasizing the importance of good communication skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. NCAA Clearinghouse If you are planning to enroll in college and anticipate participating in Division I or Division II athletics, you must be certified by the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse. Students need a grade point average of 2.0 on a 4-point scale in core curriculum courses. 16 academic or core courses are required. For further information regarding NCAA requirements/qualifications and to register with NCAA, go online to www.ncaaclearinghouse.net SPECIAL NOTE: The designation ^ ^ following the title of a course means that only students who wish to participate in NCAA Post Secondary athletics/activities must receive proper NCAA approval for this course to make sure it fulfills NCAA college entrance requirements. Initial-eligibility certification pertains only to whether you meet the NCAA requirements for participation in Division I or Division II athletics and has no bearing on your admission to a particular Division I or Division II institution. It is the responsibility of the student to make sure he/she meets the academic requirements to participate in athletics at the college level. We encourage students and their parents to consult with their counselors early in their high school career to ensure the appropriate requirements are being met. More information and application forms for the Clearinghouse are available in the Guidance Office. Work - Bound Students For students who are planning to enter the work force directly from high school, the courses selected should be chosen with the work world in mind. However, it is recommended that you not overemphasize any one area when you are planning your program. Courses should be chosen so that a broad base of preparation is provided. For many students, the high school years may be their only formal preparation for the work world. Therefore, work-bound students should select a wide variety of subjects for their course of study. Good grades and strong study habits are important. In addition, the importance of a positive attitude about school should not be underestimated. Prospective employers are also interested in applicants attendance records and effort in school. Post-high school training opportunities should be explored by work-bound students. Technological advances have increased the need for specialists in many fields. Most often, the more desirable jobs will go to those students who are best prepared. In addition, employers often hire applicants with certain expectations about potential for future advancement. Therefore, students should strongly consider attending (even if part-time) a business, trade, technical school, or community college after high school. Military - Bound Students Many students plan to further their education in the military. As quotas are filled for the military service, students with a more rigorous high school experience will be more highly recruited. In addition, students who plan to attend a technical school within the armed forces should plan their high school courses accordingly. A good mathematics background (Intermediate Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra II) is required for military technical schools such as drafting, electronics, construction, and machine trades. Students planning to attend a military academy should pursue the most rigorous 4-year programs available in English, math, science, and world language. Advanced Placement (AP) and accelerated courses are strongly recommended. Be sure to inquire with the academies to determine specific entry-level requirements.

8 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration Learning Options BEACON BEACON is an alternative high school program located within Kennedy High School. Students can attend as a full-time student, a shared student (attending Jefferson for 1/2 the day and BEACON for 1/2 the day), or as a dual student (attending credit-makeup classes after 2:45 p.m. or during the summer months). If you would like more information about the BEACON program, please contact the BEACON office at 952-681-5056 or talk with your school counselor. Career & College Academy The Career and College Academy gives students the opportunity to explore career paths and experience job training and applied learning in a specific job field. In most pathways, students will earn concurrent post-secondary credits and high school STEM or elective credits. Upon successfully completing a Career and College Academy Pathway, students may graduate high school with one or more industry-recognized certificates, credentials that will transition to college or the workplace. More information on these career pathways can be found on page 19. College Course Articulation Credit High school students may take community and technical college courses while still attending school. These high school courses have been matched with similar courses at various community and technical colleges. Students meeting the college requirements will earn college credit, as well as high school credit, to apply toward graduation. Articulated courses are designated with a pound sign (#). You always need to check with the college or university of your choice for specific criteria in a program or major. Not all credits will move into all programs or majors. College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) The College-Level Examination Program or CLEP provides students of any age with the opportunity to demonstrate college-level achievement through a program of exams in undergraduate college courses. For more information about the CLEP program go to: www.collegeboard.com/clep Dakota County Technical College Students interested in Dakota County Secondary Technical Center can obtain a registration form from the counseling office. For information, please see page 20 of this Registration Guide. Gifted & Talented Course Offerings For more information regarding gifted and talented courses or placement, please contact Ms. Meredith Aby-Keirstead, Gifted/Talented Coordinator at Jefferson High School at (952) 806-7811 or maby@isd271.org. Advanced Placement (AP) The Bloomington Public Schools Advanced Placement (AP) Program enables students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school. AP courses make substantial academic demands on students. Students are required to do considerable outside reading, additional assignments, and to demonstrate the analytical skills and writing abilities expected of first-year students in a strong college program. AP courses help students develop the intellectual skills and self-discipline they need to do well in college. Students who are highly motivated and who meet course prerequisites are recommended to take AP courses. AP exams are an integral part of an AP course. The exam grade provides an important payoff to students in terms of college credit and/or advanced placement for college. All students enrolled in AP classes are encouraged to sit for the respective AP exams. AP classes do earn weighted grade credit Honors Courses Honors courses provide academically qualified students with an enhanced and enriched learning experience. Honors courses demand a higher level of rigor, participation, effort, and quality from its students. Curriculum in an honors course is extended beyond the core and places additional emphasis on independent study, critical thinking, and student research. Honors classes require students to cultivate habits of independent analysis, creativity, collaboration, leadership, and intellectual skills. Many honors courses lead to Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Honors courses do not earn weighted grade credit. NOTE: To remain in an Honors/AP class, a student must maintain a B- (2.667) average. Very few students have difficulty maintaining this standard. However, if a student cannot maintain this average during the first term, he/she may be transferred to the corresponding non-honors/ap course. Incoming Freshmen should read the information on page 12 regarding Honors Placement Process.

9 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration The Honors Diploma Program* The Honors Diploma Program is designed for students who wish to participate in a comprehensive, 4-year advanced academic program resulting in honors graduation. Coursework is available in all grade levels, offering a wide variety of topics and subject matter. These courses provide an opportunity for students to enrich their learning experience, cultivate habits of independent analysis, creativity, collaboration, leadership, and intellectual skills. Success on AP and Project Lead the Way exams can even provide college credit for work done here at Jefferson. *The Honors Diploma is unique to Jefferson and is not affiliated with any state or national program. Credit Requirements: The Honors diploma requires completion of at least 36 credits in honors or Advanced Placement courses. At least 2, but no more than 6 of these credits must be in Art, Music, World Language or Project Lead the Way. Each trimester course counts as 1.0 credit toward the Honors Diploma. Completion of a year-long course (i.e. Honors English 9) earns 3 credits. Students must complete all trimesters of a course to receive credit toward the honors diploma. To Qualify: To earn an honors diploma, a student must maintain at least a B average and complete the necessary credits by choosing courses from the list below. Some classes may have prerequisites. Careful thought in course registration is essential to successfully completing the requirements of the program. Please plan accordingly when making course selections. Jefferson courses that qualify: Language Arts Social Studies Science Mathematics Honors English 9 Honors English 10 AP Language Comp AP Literature and Comp Honors Science 9 AP Prep Biology AP Chemistry AP Biology AP Physics Honors Social Studies 9 AP World History AP US History AP Macro & Micro Economics AP US Government & Politics Honors Int. Algebra Honors Geometry Honors Algebra II Honors Pre-Calculus AP Statistics AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC At least two, but no more than six of the credits must come from the following courses: Art Music World Languages Project Lead the Way Honors Art I & II * Honors Art III & IV * AP Art * Wind Ensemble Chamber Orchestra Connection *course has prerequisites AP French * AP Spanish * Latin IV (if s/he takes the AP exam) * *prior levels must be completed Intro to Engineering Design Principles of Engineering Digital Electronics Aerospace Engineering Civil Engineering & Architecture A review board will evaluate Post-Secondary Enrollment Options and other specific program requests on an as-needed basis. Courses from Bloomington s Dimensions Academy High School will qualify for credits towards an honors diploma. UMTYMP courses taken during high school will also qualify for credits towards an honors diploma. Students interested in participating in the Honors Diploma Program should contact the Jefferson gifted & talented coordinator, Meredith Aby-Keirstead, for an application. The application can be filled out at any point during the four years but no later than February of the student s senior year. Hybrid Courses Hybrid courses combine the best components of face-to-face instruction with the flexibility of meaningful online instruction. Students will meet some days of the week in class but will not come to class every day. For example, a hybrid course might meet on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday but not on Tuesday and Thursday. When not meeting in class students are expected to be engaged online. Some course content such as journaling, presentations, and research will be delivered online and some work may be turned in online as well. Are hybrid courses easier or harder than other courses? Hybrid courses are not easier or harder but offer the same strong curriculum delivered in a different way. A student taking a hybrid course will be spending at least the same amount of time completing assignments as a student would in a traditional course.

10 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration Why should I take a hybrid course? Hybrid courses offer a flexibility that can fit well with some learning styles. To succeed in such an environment you need to be an independent learner, well organized, disciplined, and on-task. Students who have motivation, good time management, and technology skills will likely do well in a hybrid course. Hybrid Courses offered: Accounting Television & Video Production Jaguar S.P.O.T.S. Advanced Photography English 11 American Literature English 12 Humanities isearch for Happiness Advanced Creative Writing College Writing Pre-Calculus Physical Education 9 Physical Education 10 U.S. History On-line Learning Option On-line learning is any interactive course or program that delivers instruction to a student via the Internet through an educational organization outside of the Bloomington School District. Students taking on-line learning options may receive academic credit for completing the requirements of an on-line course or program. A student enrolling in an on-line learning option must notify his/her counselor at least 30 days prior to taking an on-line course. Post-Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) For information, please see page 59 of this Registration Guide. Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Project Lead The Way is a pathway for students interested in engineering. The classes offer activities, projects, and problem solving skills that have real-world applications. The curriculum makes mathematics and science relevant and strives to help students understand how skills they are learning in the classroom may be applied in everyday life. The PLTW courses do receive weighted grades. The PLTW courses also offer a final examination that upon successful completion allows students to achieve college credit. Policies 1. Requests for schedules changes after the registration and staffing process have been completed will be allowed only on a space available basis. Schedule changes must be made by the end of the second day of the new trimester. Please see the Student Scheduling Calendar located on page 16 of this guide for more information. 2. Courses will only be scheduled when they have sufficient enrollment and if appropriate staff is available. 3. All students are required to enroll, remain enrolled, and attend a minimum of six classes each trimester. We do not enroll part-time students. Therefore, if you are enrolled in a study hall or as a Teacher Assistant, it is our expectation that you are here, on time, each and every day for that part of your schedule. Repeated absences for those periods in your schedule are unacceptable. Students who fail to attend study hall or Teacher Assistant responsibilities will be subject to a truancy referral and/or dismissal for the remainder of the trimester. 4. Students may take a maximum of 7 classes per trimester. (Including Summer School) 5. If an elective class is dropped during the first (20) days of the trimester for a Study Hall or Teacher Assistant position, the change will be classified as a withdrawal and no grade will be assigned. Following the twentieth day of the trimester, and under special circumstances, students may be dropped from a class only at the discretion of the student s administrator and counselor. A grade of F will be assigned. 6. Students who fail a required course, or are dropped from an elective course prior to the end of the trimester (i.e. attendance reasons), must repeat the entire trimester of that course. 7. Students may not drop required classes.

11 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration 8. Jefferson High School has several interventions designed to help students become more proficient in the areas of reading, math, and general academics. A number of measures are used to determine if students are performing below grade level in these areas. The decision for placement will be made by the teachers, counselors and administrators. Students may exit the respective intervention course once they demonstrate a pre-determined level of mastery. 9. Study Hall is open to all students. Teacher Assistant positions and Independent Studies are open to students in grades 11 and 12 only. Students may enroll in only one Teacher Assistant or Study Hall per trimester: Students will register for Study Hall and Teacher Assistant positions at the same time they register for their other classes. 10. Applications to enroll in an Independent Study must be submitted for consideration prior to the start of the desired trimester. 11. Juniors and seniors may take an elective course on a pass/no credit basis with the approval of the student s parent, teacher, counselor, and administrator. One class per trimester may be taken using this option. Whether the outcome is a pass or no credit, the GPA will not be impacted. Forms for this option are available in the Counseling Office. This decision must be made within the first 20 days of the trimester. A passing grade with this option is a C- or above. 12. Some of our advanced courses in the Music, Art, Language Arts, and Physical Education Departments are designated as Continuous Progress courses, meaning that a student may repeat such a course for credit. In such instances, teachers work to ensure academic experiences and challenges that go beyond previous learning experiences. Unless an elective course has been identified as Continuous Progress, a student may not repeat that course for credit towards graduation. 13. Under certain circumstances, students may repeat courses for which they have already earned credit. We believe that repeating certain courses will help students acquire the additional skills and knowledge necessary to prepare them for subsequent classes. The following criteria will apply for students wishing to repeat a course. a. Any course is eligible to be repeated for credit; b. A student s grade in the repeated course will always replace the original grade; c. Students will not receive an additional credit for a repeated course; d. Students must retake the course within one calendar year; e. Students must have the approval of the teacher from whom they originally took the course they wish to repeat for credit; and f. Students must complete a formal Petition (located in the Counseling Office) and that petition must be approved before the student may repeat a course for credit. 14. All coursework should be completed during the trimester in which a class is taken. An extension of time to complete the coursework will only be granted because of student illness, family emergency, or similar circumstances, and with the approval of the teacher, counselor and administrator. If such an extension (an Incomplete) is granted, the student will have 20 school days in which to complete the required work. After that time, the Incomplete will be changed to a grade of F or other grade as appropriate. 15. Each one-trimester class undertaken and passed will earn 1.0 credit. Teacher Assistant positions will earn.50 credit. No credit is granted for study hall or homeroom. 16. Transfer students who have been in attendance at another high school immediately before coming to Jefferson High School may enroll at any time during the trimester. 17. Students must be within three (3) credits (the equivalent of three one-trimester courses or one three-trimester course) of fulfilling graduation requirements in order to participate in Commencement ceremonies.

12 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration 9 th Grade Honors Placement PURPOSE: Honors courses are designed to provide academically qualified students with an enhanced and enriched learning experience. Honors course demand a very high level of participation, effort, and quality from its students. Curriculum in an honors course is extended beyond the core curriculum and requires students to use a sophisticated level of independence, self-management, and intellectual skill. Finally, it is expected that students possesses advanced levels of reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. Criteria for Honors Placement: The Bloomington Public Schools uses a wide set of criteria for honors placement into 9th grade. The criteria includes objective assessments from the following measures: Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) in Reading and Math Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA-II) in Reading and Math Grade 8 EXPLORE Scores in Reading, Math, English, Science and Composite Cumulative GPA in Math, Science, Language Arts and Social Studies The scores from each measure are assigned points based on specific cut scores. These point values are shown in the table below. Higher scores result in higher point values, thereby increasing the student s eligibility in the respective courses. Measure Score Value CALT/MAP Reading & Math > = 90 Nat l Percentile 1.0 CALT/MAP Reading & Math 85-89 Nat l Percentile 0.5 MCA Reading & Math > = 80th MN Percentile 1.0 EXPLORE Reading, Math, English, Science > = 22 Scale Score 1.0 EXPLORE Reading, Math, English, Science 20-21 Scale Score 0.5 EXPLORE Composite > = 22 Scale Score 1.0 EXPLORE Composite 20-21 Scale Score 0.5 Cumulative GPA > = 3.667 1.0 Cumulative GPA 3.500-3.666 0.5 Not all measures are used for all classes and the total available points will vary by course. The table above indicates how each measure is used for the different honors courses at the high school. Honors Math Honors English & Social Studies Honors Science CALT/MAP Reading CALT Reading CALT Reading CALT/MAP Math MCA Reading CALT Math MCA Reading EXPLORE Reading MCA Reading MCA Math EXPLORE English MCA Math EXPLORE Reading Cum. GPA EXPLORE Reading EXPLORE Math EXPLORE Math CUM. GPA EXPLORE Science EXPLORE Composite Cum. GPA Max: 7 points Max: 5 points Max: 9 points Points needed for honors placement: 3.5 or 50% of available 2 measures Points needed for honors placement: 2.5 or 50% of available 2 measures Points needed for honors placement: 4.5 or 50% of available 2 measures

13 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration Honors Appeals Process for Bloomington and Non-Bloomington Public School Students Students who are not automatically placed into honors courses based on the criteria listed on the previous page must complete an appeals process to be placed into honors courses. For a full description of the honors appeals process and required forms, please go to the Gifted and Talented page on the Bloomington Public Schools website (www.bloomington.k12.mn.us/academic-student-services/gifted-talented) and select the High School tab on the left side of the page. To complete the honors appeals process: all students must complete a cover page form. students appealing in science, social studies and language arts must do the honors appeals essay. student appealing in math are not required to do an essay but are expected to complete an electronic form giving us more information on your math history. Any students coming to Jefferson from a public school outside of Bloomington, a private or non-public school or a home schooled student must also complete the appeals process. In addition to completing the process listed above students must also include the following required data: Two of the three standardized measures listed below: 1. MAP or other nationally normed achievement test (ITBS, NWEA, CAT-9): reading AND math scores required 2. EXPLORE: reading, math, English, science and composite scores required 3. 7th grade MCA: math AND reading required transcript of middle school academic performance a teacher recommendation form for each subject area for which you are applying. Teacher recommendations must be sent by the teacher to the GT office directly. Honors appeals applications are due no later than Friday, March 6, 2015. If you have further questions, contact Erin Boltik, Director of Gifted and Talented Programs at eboltik@bloomington.k12.mn.us 952-681-6494

14 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration Online Registration Current 8 th Grade students will receive registration materials in school on January 9 th. Students will need to fill out the registration sheet and return it to school on January 29 th & 30 th. At that time, JHS counselors will be there to assist students with completing the online registration procedures. Current 9 th, 10 th, and 11 th grade students will meet with their homeroom teachers on Wednesday, February 4 th to receive their registration materials. Students will need to fill out the registration sheet and return it to their homeroom teacher on Wednesday, February 11 th. At that time, students will receive specific instructions to complete their registration online. The Web Portal for registering online will be open from Wednesday, February 4 th through Wednesday, February 18 th. If you have any difficulty with the online registration process, please contact Kevin Coenen at 952-806-7681 or Justin Hall at 952-806-7640. Procedures for Online Registration 1. Go to the SchoolView Website (http://www.tiescloud.net/schoolview) OR Click on the SchoolView link on the Jefferson Registration Website (jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration) 2. Entering your SchoolView login information: District number (0271), your user name, and your password. Students can register using their own account information or their parent s account information. 3. Click on Registration in the left margin of your School View page 4. Enter your schedule preference: Enter the course number for your schedule preference in the box on the upper left side of the page. Traditional (9999), Early Bird (EB01, EB02 or EB03) 5. Enter your course numbers: Enter the course number in the box on the upper left side of your screen (Example: 2620). Then hit the return key. Repeat this step until you ve entered all 18-21 of your original course requests. At the bottom, the total number of classes you entered will show totaling 19-22. (This includes 1 schedule request and 18-21 classes) 6. Enter your alternate course numbers: Enter the alternate course numbers in the box on the right-hand side of the screen. You will need to place the letter A in front of the course number (Example: A2620). Then hit the return key. Repeat this step until you have entered all 6 alternate course requests. Note: These alternate courses must be different from the original 18-21 course requests you entered on the left side. 7. Click on the Proceed to Review and Confirm Registration button once you have entered all of your original selections and your 6 alternate selections. 8. Review your course selections. If you wish to return to the previous screen to delete or add courses, click on the Go Back button. If you want to delete a request from one of the lists, click on that course number to highlight it, then click the Delete button underneath that list. 9. Click on the Confirm Requests button. After you have confirmed requests, print your course requests by clicking on the Print Confirmation button. We advise you to keep this copy of your requests for your records. 10. Turn in your colored registration worksheet. After your registration sheet is completed have your parents sign it and return it to your homeroom teacher on Wednesday, February 11 th.

15 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration Student Scheduling Calendar for 2015-2016 January, 2015 All current 8 th grade students will receive a letter notifying them if they have been automatically placed in honors courses. February, 2015 All students attending Jefferson High School in 2015-2016 will complete their course registration. Friday March 6, 2015 Deadline for 9 th grade Honors Appeals and Applications. Monday April 6, 2015 Outcome of Honors Appeals made known to families. April - May, 2015 All students receive three important pieces of paper: 1) All students receive a sheet confirming their registration choices. Based upon registration numbers, the school administration and department leaders make decisions on which courses are kept in the master schedule, how many sections of each course will be needed, and how many teachers will be needed in the respective subject areas for the coming school year. 2) They also receive a list of courses which will not be included in the master schedule due to lack of enrollment during registration and/or lack of available staffing. 3) A list of courses which are full and in which no further enrollment will be allowed. This is an important time for students and their parents to double-check their choices to make sure the best decisions regarding course selection have been made. Students should then see their counselor to revise their course selection should a course be missing or a mistake has been made. This is the time to make changes, adjustments and corrections to course requests. After this time period it becomes difficult to change student course requests. Curriculum information will be sent to all current 8 th grade students placed in honors courses. At this time students have the opportunity to opt out of honors placement in one or more honors courses. May - June, 2015 Based upon student registration, teachers are hired and the master schedule is built. Because the school has made commitments to teachers based upon registration choices made by students and their families, requests for dropping/adding classes will not be honored at this time. However, such requests will be recorded and kept. If openings occur at a later point in time, these requests to drop and add courses will be handled on a first come- first serve basis beginning with seniors. Again, these changes will only be made if there is space available. July, 2015 Final course conflicts are resolved. Student schedules and staffing budgets are finalized. August, 2015 Students pick up their class schedules, open lunch accounts, receive locker information, and have yearbook/id pictures taken at the JAGUAR JUMP START in mid to late August. As of August 1 st, schedule corrections will be honored for the following reasons: 1. The student failed a prerequisite, or did not take a prerequisite for a scheduled course; 2. The student has been placed at an inappropriate academic level; 3. A course on a student s schedule was successfully completed, for credit, in summer school; or 4. An error was made by the scheduler during the registration/scheduling process. Changes for any other reason will only be made provided space is available.

16 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration Business and Marketing Education According to the U.S. Department of Education, more students major in a business degree than any other field in college. The Business and Marketing Department offers a wide range of introductory and advanced classes designed to help you decide if a business major is right for you. If it is right for you, you can also further your knowledge to prepare you for career in business. The Business Education Department at Jefferson High School recommends the following sequence of courses: 9th Grade: 10th Grade: 11th Grade: 12th Grade: Intro to Business Management Basic Computer Skills Sports and Entertainment Marketing Introduction to Computer Applications Marketing- Advertising Accounting Hybrid Personal Finance Sales, School Store, & Coffee House Internship/Mentorship DECA is an extra curricular club at Jefferson associated with a national organization helps members become: academically prepared for college and careers in marketing, finance, hospitality or management community oriented by gaining an appreciation for the benefits of service and their potential impact on the community and world professionally responsible with ethics, integrity and high standards experienced leaders by practicing key leadership skills such as goal setting, consensus building and project management Students must take a business course to join DECA. Courses designated with a symbol are designed to help students succeed in DECA. 0020 ACCOUNTING A # Open to 10, 11, 12 (HYBRID COURSE) # PLEASE REFER TO HYBRID AND COURSE ARTICULATION INFORMATION ON PAGE 8 & 9. Description: Students will demonstrate understanding of the accounting cycle focusing on the financial transactions of a service business. Students will work through problems utilizing the accounting journal, general ledger, worksheet, and various financial statements. Students will learn to input accounting data as it is done in the business world using an automated program. Students are introduced to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and learn about the importance of these principles in ensuring truthful, ethical financial reporting. 0040 INTRO TO BUSINESS MANAGEMENT # Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 # PLEASE REFER TO COURSE ARTICULATION INFORMATION ON PAGE 8. Description: In this introductory course, students will learn the basic concepts of general business subjects, including accounting, business ethics, marketing, economics, finance, international business and management. The students will also explore what it takes to make successful business decisions. This is a great first course for students to take in business education.

17 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration 0050 MARKETING-ADVERTISING # Open to 10, 11, 12 # PLEASE REFER TO COURSE ARTICULATION INFORMATION ON PAGE 8. Description: Students will learn about the basic marketing concepts, fundamentals, and terms revolving around the Four P s of marketing: product, price, place and promotion. In addition, students will explore the concept of branding and how brands connect with their consumer. Students discuss ethical issues and their impact on marketing decisions. The class will be centered on teacher and student presentations, class discussion, research findings and current events in the world of Marketing. All occupations require marketing skills, which give an individual a dynamic advantage in today s competitive marketplace. In addition, students are prepared for DECA events. DECA is a leadership network that prepares high school students for careers in finance, hospitality, marketing and management. 0060 SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT Open to 10, 11, 12 MARKETING # # PLEASE REFER TO COURSE ARTICULATION INFORMATION ON PAGE 8. Description: Students will learn about the basic marketing concepts, fundamentals, and terms revolving around market segmentation and the four P s of marketing: product, price, place and promotion. The focus is primarily on how these concepts relate to the world of sports and entertainment. The class is centered on teacher and student presentations, class discussions and current events in the world of sports and entertainment marketing. In addition, students are prepared for DECA events. DECA is a leadership network that prepares high school students for careers in finance, hospitality, marketing and management. 0070 PERSONAL FINANCE Open to 10, 11, 12 Description: Students will learn to appreciate and understand the value of their purchases, money management and personal/career choices. Course topics include personal budgets, banking, and credit. Students learn about wages and benefits of full-time employment. Students study ways of saving, investing and planning for retirement, such as 401K plans, Mutual Funds, Certificates of Deposit, Money Market Funds, and Savings Bonds. In addition, students learn about life, health, and automobile insurance, and what to look for in these policies. 0080 SALES, SCHOOL STORE, & Open to 9, 10, 11, 12 COFFEE HOUSE Description: This course is an introduction to effective sales methods and career opportunities in typical sales fields as well as the role of sales in the economy. Each student will participate in a sales demonstration using the selling methods learned. Topics include steps of selling, closing techniques, follow-up, marketing techniques and relationship selling. The importance of a positive sales attitude and how the salesperson is viewed as a representative of the company are covered in this course. This course will also work with the Jefferson School Store and assist in TJ Coffee House.

18 jhs.bloomington.k12.mn.us/registration The Bloomington Public Schools Career and College Academy (BCCA), a unique, innovative high school option designed to support students to be career and college ready in a global market. The Career and College Academy gives students the opportunity to explore career paths and experience job training and applied learning in a specific job field. In most pathways, students will earn concurrent post-secondary credits and high school STEM or elective credits. Upon successfully completing a BCCA pathway, students may graduate high school with one or more industry-recognized certificates, credentials that will transition to college or the workplace. Career and College Academy Pathway options include: IT Careers - computer networking and web development Health Professions - Dental Hygienist; Pharmacy Technician; Dental Assistant; Nursing Assistant Registry; Emergency Medical Responder Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Building and Construction Trades Courses will be held in newly created space in the Community Education Center, and in some cases, on the campuses of our education partners: Dunwoody College of Technology Hennepin Technical College Minnesota Building Trades Apprenticeship Program Normandale Community College The courses are only offered in two hour blocks (periods 1 & 2, or periods 5 & 6) in order to complete all of the curriculum per trimester. Transportation will be provided between BCCA and Kennedy or Jefferson High School, where students will take core classes. Parents and students can learn more about the Career & College Academy at upcoming informational meetings or by visiting: http://bloomingtonschools.info/bcca Career & College Academy Open House Thursday, February 12, 2015 2:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Community Education Center 8800 Queen Ave So. Suite 219 Bloomington, MN 55431 952-681-6133