Welcome to Perrysburg High School Class of 2020 Curriculum Night February 3, 2016
Tonight s Agenda requirements for graduation different academic options at PHS how to choose classes for next year how to get involved at PHS some reminders and common questions
Necessary Materials Registration Form Course Selection Guide Booklet Notes Curriculum Fair map
High School Counseling Office A-K Mary Neely Secretary/Registrar Christin Lee (A-D) Ext 5184 clee@perrsyburgschools.net Dawn Burks (E-K) Ext 5183 dburks@perrysburgschools.net L-Z Megan Lazor Secretary/Registrar Steve Pierce (L-R) Ext 5185 spierce@perrysburgschools.net Rick Rettig (S-Z) Ext 5186 rrettig@perrysburgschools.net
REQUIRED Courses (See p. 2) English Math (4 credits) (4 credits) Including Algebra II and 4 th year of math Social Studies (3 credits) Including Government and American History Science (3 credits) Including a Physical Science and Biology
REQUIRED Courses Phys Ed or PE Waiver* (.5 credits).25 credit x 2 semesters prior to senior yr Health (.5 credits) Fine Art (1 credit) Electives (5 credits) In any area Instruction in Economics & Financial Literacy 21 TOTAL CREDITS
PE Waiver Complete two full seasons of PHS interscholastic athletics, marching band or cheerleading Student must take ½ credit in another area to meet the 21 total credits requirement No retroactive participation can count Must complete the participation requirement prior to Senior Year Can not combine 1 PE with 1 sport PE Waiver Form should be turned in with registration form
Elective Courses World Languages Music Theatre Family & Consumer Sciences Business STEM Technology Ed Art Core subject electives Health Electives CCP courses Flexible credit Special programs through Penta Online courses
Additional REQUIREMENTS Three Pathways to Graduation 1. Earn a total of 18 points or more on 7 end-of-course exams. 2. Earn a remediation-free score on the ACT/SAT. 3. Earn industry-recognized credential in a career program and achieve score workforce ready on the WorkKeys assessment.
Pathway #1 Points Area Totals Required English 1 3 English 2 3 6 4 Algebra 1 3 Geometry 2 Integrated Math 1 5 4 Integrated Math 2 American History 3 American Gov't 3 Physical Science 9 6 Biology 3 TOTAL POINTS 20 18 All students are required to take all 7 end-of-course tests.
Pathway #2 Remediation-free score on ACT (or SAT): English - 18 (PHS avg 23) Math - 22 (PHS avg 24) Reading - 21 (PHS avg 24) Science (not required for graduation) No social studies (not required for graduation) School district will pay for 1 administration during spring of junior year
Pathway #3
College Credit Plus (CCP) HS credit and college credit No cost to parent/student except own transportation as long as the student passes the class Mandatory meeting February 18 th 6:30 p. m.
Advanced Placement (AP) Courses (See p. 4) Currently 15 AP courses Eng, Soc St, Math, Sci, For Lang, Music, Art Highly motivated students College level courses Independence AP test in May is strongly recommended College credit depends on the score and the university attending
Online courses (See p. 27) Lincoln Interactive Opportunity to explore variety of interests Type of student Independent learner, organized, resourceful Challenging material Time commitment 1 elective course per semester Application
Penta Career Center (See pg. 30) Sophomore Exploratory Minimum 3 core courses Junior/Senior programs Minimum 6 core courses Advanced curriculum Most programs earn college credit More than 60% post-secondary education
Diploma with Honors (See pg. 3) High School Academic English (4) Math (4) Science (4) including Physics & Chemistry Social Studies(4) Foreign Language(3) Fine Art (1) ACT 27 GPA 3.5 Career-Technical English (4) Math (4) Science (4) including 2 advanced sciences Social Studies(4) Career-Tech (4) Career-Tech benchmark ACT 27 GPA 3.5 The State Board of Education in Ohio is considering adding three more types of Honors Diplomas. They are STEM, Arts and Social Science & Civic Engagement Honors Diplomas.
High School Stats 2014 2015 2016 #1 4.440 4.440 4.460 10% 3.998 4.042 4.036 Median 3.232 3.175 3.175 <3.0 #204 2.998 #214 2.993 #230 2.991 #200 3.029 3.057 3.191 #300 2.213 2.370 2.480 # students 335 343 368
So What Courses Do I Take? English 110, 111, 112 (H) Honors checklist Reading intervention Social Studies Government Government (H) CBI Government 7 periods in the day
So What Courses Do I Take? Math Math Intervention Algebra I Geometry Geometry (H) Algebra II Algebra II (H) Science Physical Science Biology (H) Based on math grade 7 periods in the day
So What Courses Do I Take? Electives Foreign Language Grade of C or better in 8 th grade core courses Music Fine Art Application classes* Phys Ed Three options Do not need to take both in freshman yr PE Waiver Study Hall 7 periods in the day
Class Recommendations Remember that recommendations are meant to HELP not HARM. Teacher s make recommendations based on your current demonstrated performance not a crystal ball. Recommendations can change. A student s success is relative to student s ability and work ethic. Students with incomplete registration forms will receive courses that meet graduation requirements and electives to fill schedule.
Sample Schedule #1 English 111 (1) Government (1) Algebra I (1) Physical Science (1) Web Design (.5) (= 4.5 periods) Do not be confused PE is a semester class, but only.25 credits. Women s Choir (1) Intro to Engineering (.5) (= 6 periods) Study Hall Sem 1 (.5) Study Hall Sem 2 (.5) (= 7 period) 7 periods in the day
Sample Schedule #2 English 111 (1) Government (1) Geometry (H) (1) Biology (H) (1) Living Skills (1) Spanish II (1) Symphonic Band (1) = 4 periods = 7 periods 7 periods in the day
Schedule Changes Choose Courses Wisely!!!!! NO elective schedule changes Reminder: There are no requests for teacher preference. No changing lunches or study halls unless medically necessary.
Athletic Activities Baseball Bowling Basketball Cheerleading Cross Country Dance Football Golf Gymnastics Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Track Volleyball Wrestling
OHSAA Athletic Eligibility Must earn a 1.5 GPA or pass at least 5 academic classes in the previous grading period (not including PE). 4 th quarter grades for fall sports. Students who transfer schools after attending another high school will lose athletic eligibility for one full year from the point of transfer. However, a student may transfer back to their home school from a private institution once without penalty. NCAA See #7 on Notes page
Activities Get Involved Art Club ASL Club Band Chess Club Choir Class Officers DECA Drama Club Environmental Club French Club Interact Club Jazz Singers Key Club National Honor Society Orchestra Photo Club PRIDE Club Robotics Club Ski Club Spanish Club Speech & Debate STEM Club Student Council Teen Institute The esomethin Yearbook
Agenda Book Reminders Agenda Book online next year Daily Schedule 50-5 Enrichment Days Attendance Tardies Opt-out Exams schedule/busing Calculating semester grades 40/40/20
Questions What if the teacher recommendation doesn t match the course I want? Recommendations are meant to help you succeed Talk with teacher about reevaluating at end of year Will I get closed out of any classes? Master schedule is based on requests Certain classes may not fit always provide an alternate class Lack of requests may result in courses being cancelled
Questions (cont.) Should I fill out a schedule if I have an IEP or Section 504 plan? Yes, work with effective studies teachers Meetings to discuss individual classes When will I find out my schedule for next year? Course requests at PJHS beginning Feb 16 th Counselor may call May-Aug with conflicts Final Schedule in August, during orientation
Questions (cont.) If I have some individual questions about certain classes or some personal concerns, where can I find answers before I fill out my registration? Registration tables HS Counselors When and where can we find information regarding summer school at Perrysburg? Main Office at PHS after Spring Break www.perrysburgschools.net
The NEXT Step Read course descriptions and prerequisites. Take registration form to teachers at the Jr. High for their initials in the next week. Always include an Alternate Class. Feb. 11 forms due to Social Studies teacher Feb. 16, 17,18 PHS Counselors advising at PJHS and register online during SS class Feb 22 Mr. Rettig at St. Rose for lunch meeting - Enroll at Central Office April 8th Froshfest Counseling Newsletter
Tonight s Curriculum Fair Teachers from each department Activities Athletics Thank You!!!