Inchelium Middle/High School Course Description Handbook

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1 Inchelium Middle/High School Course Description Handbook PO Box 285 Inchelium WA (509) FAX (509)

2 Table of Contents Section 1 - General Information... 1 Section 2 - Promotion from Junior High School... 2 Section 3 - Graduation Requirements Listed and College Entry Requirements for Washington Four-Year Public Colleges... 3 Section 4 - Earning High School Credit High School Credit Defined Recognition and Acceptance of Earned Credits Appeal Procedure Equivalent Courses of Study Waiver of Courses Waiver of Graduation Requirements Course Grades/Marks Section 5 - Earning College Credit in the High School Advanced Placement Exams College in the High School Running Start Tech Prep Section 6-21 st Century Skills Section 7 - Typical Four-Year High School Program Section 8 - Procedures for Scheduling Classes Pre-Registration Repeating a Class Class Schedule Change Considerations Class Change Procedures Withdrawal from Class Procedures Section 9 - Inchelium Middle School Course Descriptions Section 10 Inchelium High School Course Descriptions... 41

3 SECTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION The State of Washington, through RCW 28A , requires that parents and students in grades 9-12 receive information concerning the entrance requirements and availability of programs in the local area that lead to college credit, including classes such as Advanced Placement, College in the High School, Running Start, and Tech Prep. In addition, students are to receive information concerning public and private entities that offer such programs. Board Policy 2410 sets the requirements for graduation from Inchelium High School, and policies and procedures for earning credit. This handbook is designed to answer all questions about options students and parents have concerning the many aspects of planning a class schedule. COMPLIANCE STATEMENT Inchelium School District No. 70 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX/Chapter 28A.640 RCW Officer Section 504/ADA Coordinator Kim Spacek Christina Seymour Inchelium School District #70 Inchelium School District #70 PO Box 285 PO Box 285 Inchelium WA Inchelium WA (509) x100 (509) x??? 1

4 SECTION 2 - PROMOTION FROM JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL The restructuring of the American education system has brought about a new way of thinking about curriculum scope and sequence to better meet the need of our students in the fast paced world of changing technology. The curriculum at Inchelium Middle School is carefully designed to help students improve their current knowledge and skills as well as begin exploration of career and college ready options. Students are scheduled into the following courses to assist with successful entry into Inchelium High School: Required Courses Middle School English 3.0 Middle School Science 3.0 Washington State History and Government* 0.5 Middle School Social Studies 2.5 Middle School Physical Education 3.0 Middle School Mathematics 3.0 Total Credits for promotion from Inchelium Middle School 15.0 * If the Washington State History requirement was not met in grades 7 or 8, one semester is required in grades 9-12, except those students from another state that have completed and passed a state history and government course who apply for a waiver through the principal. Inchelium School District No. 70 believes a high school diploma is the key to a productive adult life. Courses taken in Inchelium Middle School are set to help students prepare for a successful high education experience and ultimately prepare them to become career and college ready. Therefore, each student who fails to pass a course listed above shall have a Student Learning Plan developed. The plan will include school interventions, parent interventions, and student interventions. Entry into Inchelium High School shall be based upon the ability of the student to be academically successful as identified in the plan. 2

5 SECTION 3 - GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS LISTED and COLLEGE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR WASHINGTON FOUR-YEAR PUBLIC COLLEGES (Community colleges require only GED or high school graduation) These requirements will challenge our students to become productive and contributing citizens. Graduation Requirements Washington State (W) vs. Inchelium (I) W I W I W I W I W I W I W I W I Class of: * and beyond Entering 9 th grade after July 1 of: English Mathematics Science Social Studies Arts Health and Fitness Career and Tech Ed Occupational Education World Language Electives* Senior Project 0.5 Career Guidance Washington 1.0 Total Required Credits:

6 COURSE MAKE-UP: Any required course(s) failed will either be made up by receiving a passing grade from an approved summer school course, an approved correspondence course, or by giving up an elective course and receiving a passing grade in the failed course prior to graduation. If required courses or total numbers of credits are not made up by the end of the senior year, the student will not participate in the graduation ceremony with his/her class, refer to Board Policy These students will be notified of their deficiency and given the opportunity retake courses or complete parts of courses to satisfy graduation requirements, depending upon individual need, as a remedy to obtain a diploma. EXCEPTIONS: Normally no more than one credit per year may be applied toward graduation requirements in the subjects of English, Mathematics, and Science. Additional Credits (in one year) in these subjects may be counted as electives. Exceptions are made for make-up of some failed courses. 4

7 Additional credit information for Classes of Math (3 credits required) Math credits are required as follows: Algebra 1 or Integrated Math 1; Geometry or Integrated Math 2; Algebra 2 or Integrated Math 3, or a 3 rd credit of math, other than Algebra 2 or Integrated Math 3, if the elective is based on a career-oriented program of study identified in the student s High School and Beyond Plan and the student, parent/guardian and a school representative meet, discuss the plan and sign a from pursuant to WAC (2)(b). Social Studies (2.5 credits required for Class of 2015, 3 credits required for Classes of ) For the Class of 2015, the following courses are required: 1 credit of U.S. History and Government, 1 credit of Contemporary World History, Geography and Problems, and.5 credits of Washington State History. For the Classes of 2016 and 2017, the following courses are required: 1 credit of U.S. History and Government, 1 credit of Contemporary World History, Geography and Problems,.5 credits of Civics (content may be embedded in another social studies course) and.5 Social Studies elective. The Washington State history and government requirement may be met in grades 7 through 12. If the course is taken in the 7 th or 8 th grade, it fulfills the requirement, but high school credit will only be awarded if the academic level of the course exceeds the requirements for 8 th grade. Students who meet the requirement but do not earn credit must still take the required number of social studies credits in high school. Occupational Education (Career and Technical Education equivalencies) The district has determined Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses to be equivalent to a non-cte courses as listed in the Procedures & Rules and these courses may be used to meet two (2) graduation requirements. 1 The district requires 0.5 credits of Computers. Required Electives The district requires 0.5 credits of Advisory, and 1 credit of Senior Project to meet graduation requirements. Additional credit information for Class of 2018 Math (3 credits required) The following courses are required: Algebra 1 or Integrated Math 1; Geometry or Integrated Math 2; Algebra 2 or Integrated Math 3, or a third credit of math, if the elective is based on a career-oriented program of study identified in the student s High School and Beyond Plan and the student, parent/guardian and a school representative meet, discuss the plan and sign a form pursuant to WAC Science (2 credits required) At least one lab is required. Social Studies (3 credits required) The following are required: U.S. History and Government; Contemporary World History, Geography and Problems;.5 credits of Civics (content may be embedded in another social studies course);.5 credits of Social Studies elective. Arts (1 credit required) Performing or visual arts is required Health and Fitness (2 credits required) The following are required:.5 credits of Health (must include instruction in CPR and appropriate use of an automated external defibrillator (AED); 1.5 credits of Fitness. Students must earn credit for physical education unless excused pursuant to RCW 28A

8 Occupational Education (1 credit required) A CTE course or one that meets the definition of an exploratory course according to the CTE program standards. 1 The district requires 0.5 credits of Computers. Required Electives The district requires 0.5 credits of Advisory, and 1 credit of Senior Project to meet graduation requirements. Additional credit information for Class of 2019 and beyond Credit requirements conform to Career & College-Ready Graduation requirements. Math (3 credits required) The following courses are required: Integrated Math 2; Algebra 2 or Integrated Math 3 and a third credit of math chosen by the student based on the student s interest and High School and Beyond Plan and approved by the parent or guardian. If the parent or guardian is unavailable or does not indicate a preference, the school counselor or principal will approve the course. Science (3 credits required) At least two (2) labs are required and a third credit of Science chosen by the student based on the student s interest and High School and Beyond Plan and approved by the parent or guardian. If the parent or guardian is unavailable or does not indicate a preference, the school counselor or principal will approve the course. Social Studies (3 credits required) The following are required: U.S. History and Government; Contemporary World History, Geography and Problems; 0.5 credits of Civics (content may be embedded in another social studies course); 0.5 credits of Social Studies elective. Arts (2 credits required) Performing or visual arts is required. One (1) credit may be a Personalized Pathway Requirement, defined as related courses that lead to a specific post-high school career or educational outcome chosen by the student and based on the student s interests and High School and Beyond Plan, which may include Career and Technical Education, and are intended to provide a focus for the student s learning. World Language (2 credits required) Both credits may be a Personalized Pathway Requirement. If the student has chosen a four-year degree pathway in their High School and Beyond Plan, the student will be advised to earn 2 credits in world language. Career and Technical Education (1 credit required) This credit may be an Occupational Education course that meets the definition of an exploratory course as described in the CTE program standards. 1 The district requires 0.5 credits of Computers. Senior Project/Career Guidance Washington The district requires 0.5 credits of Computers and 1.0 credits of Career Guidance Washington to meet graduation requirements. 6

9 NON-CREDIT REQUIREMENTS Class of: Entering 9 th grade after July 1 of: Culminating Project As of the Class of 2015, the Culminating Project is no longer a state requirement* High School and Beyond Plan Certificate of Academic Achievement or Individual Achievement awarded to student who pass the required assessments Washington State history and government *This requirement is maintained by Inchelium School District No. 70 [WAC ] 7

10 High School and Beyond Plan The High School and Beyond Plan shall be a document that describes what the student expects to do the year following graduation from high school. The plan should include the classes needed to prepare for a two- or four-year college, apprenticeship, career or technical school, certificate program or the workforce. This requirement shall be acknowledged through a written plan included in the student s portfolio. Within the first year of high school enrollment, each student will develop a High School and Beyond Plan. The plan will be developed in collaboration with the student, parents/guardians and district staff and include, at a minimum: 1) a career goal; 2) an educational goal; 3) a four-year course plan for high school; and 4) identification of required assessments. Each student plan should be reviewed annually at the beginning of the school year to assess student progress, to adjust the plan if necessary and to advise the student on steps for successful completion of the plan. In some circumstances, a student receiving special education services who has developed a transition plan as part of their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) may have this plan considered to be their High School and Beyond Plan. Certificate of Academic Achievement A student will receive a certificate of academic achievement (CAA) if they earn the appropriate number of credits required by the district, complete the High School and Beyond plan, complete the Culminating Project and meet the reading, writing and math standards on the high school statewide assessment or an appropriate state-approved alternative ( CAA option ). Certificate of Individual Achievement Beginning in , a student qualifying for special education services will earn a Certificate of Individual Achievement after passing assessments determined by the student s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) team to be appropriate for the student based on their learner characteristics, post-secondary goals and previous testing history. 8

11 Assessments Class of: Entering 9 th grade after July 1 of: Reading and Writing High School Proficiency Exam (HSPE) Math HSPE, or one Math EOC, or earn 2 credits of Math after 10 th grade One Math EOC Exam in Algebra I/Integrated math 1 or geometry/integrated math 2 Reading and Writing HSPE, or ELA SBAC, or 10 th grade ELA Exit Exam 10 th grade ELA Exit Exam, or ELA SBAC One Math EOC Exam or Algebra I/Integrated math 1 EOC Exam or Geometry/Integrated Math 2 EOC Exit Exam or Math SBAC Pass one Science EOC in Biology ELA SBAC One Math EOC Exam in: Algebra 1/ Integrated Math 1 Or Geometry/ Integrated Math 2 Or Math SBAC Biology EOC Exam ELA SBAC Math SBAC Biology EOC Exam Additional assessment information SBAC refers to the Common Core State Standard assessments developed by the multi-state consortium, the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium. ELA SBAC refers to the English Language Arts assessment that will be administered to students in the 11th grade. The 10th grade ELA Exit Exam refers to a Common Core State Standard assessment that will be developed by Washington using SBAC components. The Math EOC Exit Exam will be developed by the spring of 2015 and will be aligned with Common Core State Standards. Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) implementation and assessment development are underway as of December 2014 and may be required for graduation for students graduating after

12 Culminating Project The Senior Project shall fulfill the culminating graduation requirement. Career Guidance Washington activities help students prepare for opportunities in college and career readiness. These activities are based upon the standards for 21 st Century Skills for competencies and foundations needed in future employment. The Career Guidance Washington portfolio documents student educational progress. Career Guidance Washington creates a foundation for personalized learning for each student. Personalized learning focuses on student needs and interests where students have a sense of belonging and membership to their education, through high school and beyond. Each student, parent, and advisory teacher are involved in helping the student mature in the following areas- Academic Development Career Development Personal and Social Development The entire list for each grade level can be found online at 10

13 SECTION 4 - EARNING HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT DEFINED High school credit is defined by the Washington State Board of Education as follows [WAC ] (1) Grades nine through twelve or the equivalent of a four-year high school program, or as otherwise provided in RCW 28A (4): (a) Successful completion, as defined by written district policy, of courses taught to the state's essential academic learning requirements (learning standards). If there are no state-adopted learning standards for a subject, the local governing board, or its designee, shall determine learning standards for the successful completion of that subject; or (b) Satisfactory demonstration by a student of proficiency/competency, as defined by written district policy, of the state's essential academic learning requirements (learning standards). (2) College and university course work. At the college or university level, five quarter or three semester hours shall equal 1.0 high school credit: Provided, That for the purpose of this subsection, "college and university course work" means course work that generally is designated 100 level or above by the college or university. (3) Community/technical college high school completion program - Diploma awarded by community/technical colleges. Five quarter or three semester hours of community/technical college high school completion course work shall equal 1.0 high school credit: Provided, That for purposes of awarding equivalency credit under this subsection, college and university high school completion course work includes course work that is designated below the 100 level by the college and the course work is developmental education at grade levels nine through twelve or the equivalent of a fouryear high school program. (See also WAC ) (4) Community/technical college high school completion program - Diploma awarded by school district. A minimum of.5 and a maximum of 1.0 high school credit may be awarded for every five quarter or three semester hours of community/technical college high school completion course work: Provided, That for purposes of awarding equivalency credit under this subsection, college and university high school completion course work includes course work that is designated below the 100 level by the college and the course work is developmental education at grade levels nine through twelve or the equivalent of a four-year high school program. (See also WAC ) (5) Each high school district board of directors shall adopt a written policy for determining the awarding of equivalency credit authorized under subsection (4) of this section. The policy shall apply uniformly to all high schools in the district. (6) Each high school district board of directors shall adopt a written policy regarding the recognition and acceptance of earned credits. The policy shall apply to all high schools in the district. The policy may include reliance on the professional judgment of the building principal or designee in determining whether or not a credit meets the district's standards for recognition and acceptance of a credit. The policy shall include an appeal procedure to the district if it includes reliance on the professional judgment of the building principal or designee. (7) A student must first obtain a written release from their school district to enroll in a high school completion program under subsection (3) of this section if the student has not reached age eighteen or whose class has not graduated. 11

14 RECOGNITION AND ACCEPTANCE OF EARNED CREDITS Decisions regarding the recognition and acceptance of earned credits fall within the scope of duties of the principal. The principal will collaborate with the counselor to determine whether or not a credit meets the standards for recognition and acceptance of an earned credit at Inchelium High School. These procedures and rules establish how credits are recognized and accepted through equivalent courses of study, can be waived, and how a decision regarding denial of acceptance and recognition may occur. Transfer Students Students who transfer to Inchelium High School from another high school, public or private, shall have their transcript evaluated for recognition and acceptance of earned credits. It is generally recognized that credits are earned on the basis of 0.5 credits being the equivalent of 90 class periods of 50 minutes each. After such an evaluation, the student, parent, and/or guardian shall be informed of class standing and the number of credits needed to meet graduation requirements at Inchelium High School. Credit for Courses Taken before Attending High School [RCW 28A ] A student who has completed a high school course while in the seventh or eighth grade may apply to receive high school credit. If requested by the student and his or her family, a student who has completed high school courses before attending high school shall be given high school credit which shall be applied to fulfilling high school graduation requirements if: (1) The course was taken with high school students, if the academic level of the course exceeds the requirements for seventh and eighth grade classes, and the student has successfully passed by completing the same course requirements and examinations as the high school students enrolled in the class; or (2) The academic level of the course exceeds the requirements for seventh and eighth grade classes and the course would qualify for high school credit, because the course is similar or equivalent to a course offered at a high school in the district as determined by the school district board of directors. Students who have taken and successfully completed high school courses under the circumstances described above shall not be required to take an additional competency examination or perform any other additional assignment to receive credit. APPEAL PROCEDURE The reasons for approval or disapproval of earned credits shall be communicated to the student, parents, or guardians as soon as possible after receipt of the proposal. Any student denied recognition and/or acceptance of earned credit shall have the right to appeal. The procedure is as follows: 1. A decision to deny recognition and acceptance of earned credits by the principal shall be appealed to the superintendent. An appeal must occur within five (5) school days of the decision of the principal. 2. A decision to deny recognition and acceptance of earned credits by the superintendent shall be appealed to the school board. An appeal must occur within ten (10) school days of the decision of the superintendent. 12

15 EQUIVALENT COURSES OF STUDY The following Equivalent Courses of Study are established by Inchelium School District #110 through written policies as allowed in WAC Credit for Learning Experiences Conducted Away from School or by Persons Not Employed by the School District [WAC ] Credit, including high school graduation credit, may be granted from school planned or approved learning experiences primarily conducted away from the facilities owned, operated, or supervised by Inchelium High School or conducted primarily by individuals not employed by the Inchelium School District. School planned or approved learning experiences such as, but not limited to, travel study, work study, private lessons, and educational programs sponsored by governmental agencies may be accepted for credit upon compliance with these written procedures and rules. A proposal for approval of credit for such learning experiences shall be submitted to the principal for review, revision, and approval, or disapproval prior to the experience. The principal may further designate other faculty members to help in review and revision, and to provide information that will aid in the principal s decision of approval or disapproval. A teacher shall be involved in this process when the credit would replace a class taken on the Inchelium High School campus as a graduation requirement. The proposal shall include the following information: 1. Name of program or planned learning experience Name of course 2. Length of time for which approval is desired Normally the course is to be completed within a semester for a semester course. This time may be adjusted. 3. Objectives of the program or planned learning experience The course goals and objectives must match those of an equivalent course in a State approved private or public school or that of an accredited correspondence school. If the course is to meet a specific Inchelium High School graduation requirement which is beyond State requirements, the course content must equal that of the course as taught at Inchelium High School. Courses that have no match at a State approved school or correspondence school shall have objectives defined in the proposal. 4. Description of how credits shall be determined in accord with WAC (1) or Board Policy 2410 Normally credits will be the same as the Inchelium High School course that the alternative learning experience replaces. For courses that do not match, amount of credit will be determined using current State credit definitions. Under present state definitions there must be documentation of sufficient instructional time to qualify for the credits desired (for example a detailed log of instructional minutes with times, and how the time was spent). The state learning goals and related essential academic learning requirements that are part of the program or planned learning experience 5. Content outline of the program and/or major learning activities and instructional materials to be used 13

16 A well written set of goals and performance objectives for (3) above may establish content outline. Activities and materials not spoken to in (3) will need to be specified in the proposal. 6. Description of how student performance will be assessed A final examination given by a staff member of Inchelium High School and/or other assessment (e.g. portfolio of work, term paper, video of presentation) will be required to be submitted. The determination of the type of assessment will be appropriate to the objectives and goals of the course and will be made by the Principal prior to approval of the course. Passing work will be posted as a P on the transcript. GPA grades (A through D) will not be issued for alternative credits. 7. Qualifications of instructional personnel Verification of the qualifications of the instructor to conduct the particular course is required. Normally, a Washington State teaching endorsement in the subject area will be accepted as sufficient qualification. Other situations will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. 8. Plans for evaluation of program At the completion of a newly conducted course and periodically for courses that have been conducted in the past, the Principal will consider the procedures for evaluation and will make revisions as necessary. 9. How and by whom the student will be supervised The reasons for approval or disapproval shall be communicated to the students, parents, or guardian as soon as possible after receipt of the proposal, with the right to appeal disapproval as outlined in these procedures and rules. Credit for Work-Based Learning [WAC & WAC (2)] Inchelium School District may accept worksite learning in lieu of either required or elective high school credits if such worksite learning meets the standards and comprehensive guidelines outlined in the Worksite Learning Manual published by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). 1. Definitions: a. "Work based learning" means a learning experience that connects knowledge and skills obtained in the classroom to those needed outside the classroom, and comprises a range of activities and instructional strategies designed to assist students in developing or fulfilling their education plans. b. "Worksite learning" means a learning experience that occurs at a qualified worksite outside the classroom in fulfillment of a student's educational or career plan through the coordination of a worksite learning certified teacher. Direct instruction and supervision is provided by a qualified worksite supervisor. c. "Worksite learning coordinator" means a certified school district employee responsible for coordinating worksite learning experiences. For career and technical education programs, the coordinator must possess a worksite learning certificate (WAC ). For noncareer and technical education programs, the coordinator must successfully demonstrate competencies related to coordination techniques as verified by a professional educator standards board approved program. d. "Worksite supervisor" means a qualified adult from the worksite responsible for overseeing the worksite learning experience and acting as liaison between the worksite and school district. 14

17 e. "Worksite learning agreement" means a contract that specifies the terms and conditions under which the worksite learning experience shall occur. It is agreed to and signed by the school district, worksite supervisor, student, and the student's parents/guardians. f. "Program orientation" means a meeting conducted by a worksite learning coordinator giving information to a worksite supervisor about the worksite learning program of the school. The orientation clarifies program objectives, establishes support systems, and delineates the responsibilities and rights of the various parties school/district, worksite, students, and parents/guardians. The worksite learning coordinator qualifies the worksite and the worksite supervisor. g. "Employee orientation" means training for the student facilitated by a worksite supervisor or designee (e.g., human resources). This is necessary for students in cooperative worksite learning and instructional worksite learning experiences. The orientation includes worksite safety procedures and practices, workers' rights and responsibilities, issues related to harassment, and employer policies, procedures and expectations. The orientation shall also include a description of the formal accident prevention program of the worksite. h. "Instructional worksite learning" means a learning experience that takes place in the community (or school if the experience is comparable to that in a community setting) as part of a specific course content where the student performs tasks in order to gain desired skills, competencies, qualifications or industry certifications through direct instruction. i. "Cooperative worksite learning" means a learning experience where a student practices in the community (or school if the experience is comparable to that in a community setting) the skills and knowledge learned in the classroom. An employer/employee relationship must exist if the work performed by the student results in a net increase in productivity or profitability for the business or organization. j. "Qualifying class" means any high school class previously completed (successfully) or concurrently taken that directly connects the knowledge and skills learned in the class to opportunities provided by the worksite learning experience. For career and technical education funding, "qualifying classes" mean classes approved for career and technical education in the district offering worksite learning credit. 2. The student shall be placed in a worksite that is appropriate to his or her previous learning experience and educational goals which shall be formalized through a worksite learning agreement and worksite learning plan. The worksite learning experience shall be connected to the student's high school and beyond plan (WAC ). The student must have taken or be concurrently enrolled in a qualifying class. a. The worksite learning plan shall articulate the connection between the education plan of the student and the worksite learning experience. b. Evaluation of learning progress related to the worksite learning plan shall occur during the worksite learning experience. c. Evaluation of learning progress related to the worksite learning plan shall occur during the work based learning experience. 1) Learning objectives shall be evaluated and updated on a regular basis as outlined in the worksite learning agreement. 2) Documentation of progress shall be on file in the district as outlined in the worksite learning agreement. 3. The worksite learning experience shall be supervised by the school. A worksite learning coordinator shall be responsible for: a. Aligning the worksite learning experience to the education plan of the student; 15

18 b. Identifying and developing worksite learning sites, establishing worksite learning agreements and worksite learning plans, orienting and coordinating with a worksite supervisor on the worksite, and assessing and reporting student progress; c. Ensuring that a worksite supervisor: 1) Has received an orientation on the worksite learning program of the school prior to placement of the student on the worksite; 2) Has provided the student with a new-employee orientation upon placement; 3) Applies legal requirements of the employment of minors in accordance with chapters and WAC, particularly on issues of occupational health and safety, discrimination, harassment, worker/employer rights and responsibilities, and work rules for minors; d. Possessing a valid Washington state secondary teaching certificate (chapter A or WAC); e. Successfully demonstrating competencies related to coordination techniques as verified by a professional educator standards board approved program; and f. Supervising the experience and communicating with the worksite supervisor when not on-site. 4. A 1.0 credit may be granted for no less than one hundred eighty hours for instructional worksite learning experience, and not less than three hundred sixty hours of cooperative worksite learning experience, or one credit may be granted on a competency basis as provided under WAC (1)(b). a. A student participating in an instructional worksite learning experience shall receive instruction supervised by the school. The worksite learning coordinator oversees the experience but does not need to be on-site with the student during the entire experience unless specific accommodations and a plan to address those accommodations are on file with the district requiring direct supervision of the student at the worksite. The student shall be sixteen years of age or older unless under direct supervision of a school district employee. Career and technical education approved instructional worksite learning shall be coordinated by a certificated worksite learning coordinator who is also certificated in the program area where credit is offered. b. A student participating in a cooperative worksite learning experience shall be legally employed if the work being performed by the student results in a net increase in productivity or profitability for the business or organization. The student shall be sixteen years of age or older. 1) Career and technical education approved cooperative worksite learning shall be coordinated by a certificated worksite learning coordinator. 2) The cooperative worksite learning experience shall be a direct extension of a qualifying class. A proposal for approval of credit for work-based learning shall be submitted to the principal for review, revision, and approval, or disapproval prior to the experience. The principal may further designate other faculty members to help in review and revision, and to provide information that will aid in the principal s decision of approval or disapproval. A teacher shall be involved in this process when the credit would replace a class taken on the Inchelium High School campus as a graduation requirement. The reasons for approval or disapproval shall be communicated to the students, parents, or guardians as soon as possible after receipt of the proposal, with the right to appeal disapproval as outlined in these procedures and rules. 16

19 Credit for correspondence courses, electronically mediated courses, and college courses [WAC & WAC (7)] Credit, including high school graduation credit, may be granted from correspondence courses, electronically mediated courses, and college courses by Inchelium High School. A proposal for approval of credit for correspondence courses, electronically mediated courses, and college courses shall be submitted to the principal for review, revision, and approval, or disapproval prior to the experience. The principal may further designate other faculty members to help in review and revision, and to provide information that will aid in the principal s decision of approval or disapproval. A teacher shall be involved in this process when the credit would replace a class taken on the Inchelium High School campus as a graduation requirement. 1. Schools that are members of the National University Continuing Education Association or accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council; 2. Community colleges, technical colleges, four-year colleges and universities, and approved private schools in Washington state; and 3. Other schools or institutions, including electronically mediated schools or programs, which are approved, after evaluation of a particular course offering, by the school district. The reasons for approval or disapproval shall be communicated to the students, parents, or guardians as soon as possible after receipt of the proposal, with the right to appeal disapproval as outlined in these procedures and rules. Additional information for Correspondence courses is as follows: Correspondence courses for graduation credit will be allowed only when one or more of the following criteria apply: 1. A student has exhausted the classes offered at Inchelium High School in their attempt to satisfy graduation requirements and still has need of a course in a specific area. 2. The number of credits needed for graduation cannot be accumulated through normal scheduling during the senior year. 3. Conflicts in the schedule do not permit two or more needed courses to be taken at the same time. This criteria would normally only apply to seniors who will have no opportunity to take the needed course another year. Elective courses other than specific graduation requirements will be allowed for elective credit when the course has no bearing on whether or not the student will be allowed to graduate. Running Start Courses [WAC (4)] Credit, including high school graduation credit, may be granted for enrollment in Running Start by Inchelium High School. Running Start coursework shall be accepted for credit upon compliance with these written procedures and rules. 17

20 Credit for Running Start shall be granted upon enrollment and completion of coursework documented through a transcript from an institution of higher education. Students may enroll in Running Start based upon the following information: 1. Eleventh and twelfth grade students or students who have not yet received a high school diploma or its equivalent and are eligible to be in the eleventh or twelfth grades may apply to a participating institution of higher education to enroll in courses or programs offered by the institution of higher education. 2. Students may have to meet admission standards for participating in Running Start through that institution. 3. Students who enroll in an institution of higher education in grade eleven may not enroll in courses for postsecondary credit for more than the equivalent of two academic years. Student who enroll in an institution of higher education in grade twelve may not enroll in courses for postsecondary credit for more that the equivalent of one academic year. 4. Transportation to and from the institution of higher education is not the responsibility of Inchelium School District. Non-Running Start Community College Courses: Students wishing to take other community college courses for graduation credit must have approval of the course by the principal and counselor before taking the course. Approval will be granted only if one or more of the following criteria apply: 1. The course is sponsored by and offered through Inchelium High School as an alternative or elective course. 2. A student has exhausted the classes offered at Inchelium High School in their attempt to satisfy graduation requirements and still has need of a course in a specific area. 3. The number of credits needed for graduation cannot be accumulated through normal scheduling during the senior year. 4. Conflicts in the schedule do not permit two or more needed courses to be taken at the same time. This criteria would normally only apply to seniors who will have no opportunity to take the needed course another year. 5. A senior student wishes to take a course for elective credit which is not offered or cannot be scheduled at Inchelium High School and which will allow the student to better prepare for entry into a post-secondary training or schooling program or better prepare for postsecondary employment. 6. Credits for community college courses shall be granted at the rate of five quarter hour credits equals 1.0 high school credit. [WAC ] National Guard High School Career Training and Washington National Guard Youth Challenge Program WAC ](1)] Inchelium School District may accept National Guard high school career training and Washington National Guard youth challenge program participation in lieu of either required or elective high school credits. A proposal for approval of credit for National Guard high school career training shall be submitted to the principal for review, revision, and approval, or disapproval prior to the experience. The principal may further designate other faculty members to help in review and revision, and to provide information that will aid in the principal s decision of approval or disapproval. A teacher shall be involved in this process when the credit would replace a class taken on the Inchelium High School campus as a 18

21 graduation requirement. Coursework may be accepted for credit upon compliance with these written procedures and rules. The experience shall meet the following standards: 1. An appropriate form provided by the National Guard shall be completed and filed with the school district; and 2. The number of credits toward high school graduation to be granted shall be calculated, agreed upon by the student and an authorized representative of the school district, and such agreement shall be noted on the required from. 3. Credit toward high school graduation may be granted by the school district upon written certification by a National Guard training unit commander or National Guard youth challenge program instructor that the student has met all program requirements. The reasons for approval or disapproval shall be communicated to the students, parents, or guardians as soon as possible after receipt of the proposal, with the right to appeal disapproval as outlined in these procedures and rules. Competency Testing [WAC (9)] Credit, including high school graduation credit, may be granted from successful completion of a competency test by Inchelium High School. Successful completion of a competency test may be accepted for credit upon compliance with these written procedures and rules. A proposal for approval of credit for a competency test shall be submitted to the principal for review, revision, and approval, or disapproval prior to the experience. The principal may further designate other faculty members to help in review and revision, and to provide information that will aid in the principal s decision of approval or disapproval. A teacher shall be involved in this process when the credit would replace a class taken on the Inchelium High School campus as a graduation requirement. The proposal shall include the following information: 1. Inchelium School District shall not be responsible in paying for the cost of taking the competency tests. 2. Inchelium School District shall not be responsible for designing a competency test. 3. The number of hours of study and outline of student shall be submitted prior to taking the competency test. Summer School [WAC (6)] Inchelium High School will recognize summer course work as credit recovery for failing a course during the regular school year, either through a certified home tutor, an established public school summer school program, or an approved private summer school program. It shall be clearly understood that any schooling which takes place during the summer months will be the financial responsibility of the parent. Private Summer School: If requesting a private summer school program, prior approval must be given by the building principal to assure program quality and credit transfer. After course completion, obtain from the home tutor a letter documenting hours taught and final grade, or a report card from the public or private summer school to submit to the building principal no later than one week prior to the start of the new school year. 19

22 Technical College Courses [WAC (5)] Credit, including high school graduation credit, may be granted for enrollment in technical college courses by Inchelium High School. Technical college coursework shall be accepted for credit upon compliance with these written procedures and rules. Credit for technical college coursework shall be granted upon enrollment and completion of coursework documented through a transcript from a technical college. Students may enroll in a technical college based upon the following information: 1. Eleventh and twelfth grade students or students who have not yet received a high school diploma or its equivalent and are eligible to be in the eleventh or twelfth grades may apply to a participating technical college to enroll in courses or programs offered by the technical college. 2. Students may have to meet admission standards for enrollment into the technical college. 3. Students who enroll in a technical college in grade eleven may not enroll in courses for postsecondary credit for more than the equivalent of two academic years. Student who enroll in a technical college in grade twelve may not enroll in courses for postsecondary credit for more that the equivalent of one academic year. 4. Transportation to and from the institution of higher education is not the responsibility of Inchelium School District. Waiver of Courses Washington State History and Government [WAC (2)(b)] Secondary school students (grades 7-12) who have completed and passed a state history and government course may have the Washington State History and government requirement waived by the principal. The study of the United States and Washington State Constitutions shall not be waived, but may be fulfilled through an alternative learning experience approved by the school principal. A proposal for an excuse or waiver shall be submitted to the principal for review, revision, and approval, or disapproval prior to the experience. The principal may further designate other faculty members to help in review and revision, and to provide information that will aid in the principal s decision of approval or disapproval. A teacher shall be involved in this process when the credit would replace a class taken on the Inchelium High School campus as a graduation requirement. The reasons for approval or disapproval shall be communicated to the student, parents, or guardians as soon as possible after receipt of the proposal, with the right to appeal disapproval as outlined in these procedures and rules. Waiver of Graduation Requirements All state requirements must be satisfied except that Washington history and government may be waived for students who have completed and passed a state history and government course in another state during grades seven through twelve and who have fulfilled study of the Washington state constitution through an alternative learning experience approved by the principal. Additionally, physical education, pursuant to RCW 28A , may be waived upon written request of a parent or guardian on account of physical disability, employment or 20

23 religious belief or because of participation in directed athletics or military science and tactics. This will not alter the credit requirements established by the board. The following procedure will be followed in graduation waiver requests: A. The principal is responsible for evaluating educational experiences of individual students and recommending graduation to the superintendent when requirements have been met. B. An individual student may be granted an exemption from any requirement in this policy if such requirement impedes the progress toward graduation provided there is a direct relationship between the failure to meet the requirement and the student's ability. When a 12th grade student transfers from another high school, the student may be permitted to graduate with a lesser number of credits provided that minimum state course and credit requirements are satisfied and the student successfully passes a full schedule of classes during his/her 12th year of school C. Waiver of graduation requirements is determined by the principal. The procedure for processing requests for waiver will be as follows: 1. Request will be initiated by the parent or the eligible student; 2. The principal will investigate the request for waiver of graduation requirements; 3. The principal will make a determination in writing based upon appropriate data and upon conclusions of the investigation; 4. The principal will develop appropriate record keeping procedures for storage of all pertinent data relating to each waiver request; and 5. The parent or eligible student will be notified that an appeal to the decision on waiver requests may be made in writing to the superintendent no later than 30 days prior to the anticipated graduation date. Granting High School Graduation Credits for Students with Special Educational Needs [WAC ] 1. No student shall be denied the opportunity to earn a high school diploma solely because of limitations on the student's ability. The board of directors of districts granting high school diplomas shall adopt written policies, including procedures, for meeting the unique limitations of each student. Such procedures may provide for: a. The extension of time the student remains in school up to and including the school year in which such student reaches twenty-one years of age; b. A special education program in accordance with chapter 28A.155 RCW if the student is eligible; and c. Special accommodations for individual students, or in lieu thereof, exemption from any requirement in this chapter, if such requirement impedes the student's progress toward graduation and there is a direct relationship between the failure to meet the requirement and the student's limitation. 2. Unless otherwise prohibited by federal or state special education laws, such procedures may not provide for exemption from the certificate of academic achievement graduation requirement under RCW 28A (3)(c). 21

24 Physical Education [RCW 28A & WAC ] A student may be excused or waived from participation in physical education on account of physical disability, employment or religious beliefs, because of participation in school directed athletics or military science and tactics, or other good cause. A proposal for an excuse or waiver shall be submitted to the principal for review, revision, and approval, or disapproval prior to the experience. The principal may further designate other faculty members to help in review and revision, and to provide information that will aid in the principal s decision of approval or disapproval. A teacher shall be involved in this process when the credit would replace a class taken on the Inchelium High School campus as a graduation requirement. Excused students shall be required to substitute equivalency credits in accordance with these procedures and rules. The reasons for approval or disapproval shall be communicated to the students, parents, or guardians as soon as possible after receipt of the proposal, with the right to appeal disapproval as outlined in these procedures and rules. Washington State History and Government [RCW 28A & RCW 28A ] Students in the twelfth grade who have not completed a course of study in Washington's history and state government because of previous residence outside the state may have the requirement waived by their principal. Other Waivers Students who transfer to Inchelium High School from another high school, public or private, shall have their transcript evaluated for recognition and acceptance of earned credits. It is generally recognized that credits are earned on the basis of 0.5 credits for a semester of coursework. Transfer students may have 0.25 credits accepted foe coursework completed and accepted from the high school in which the student transferred from. After such an evaluation, the student, parent, and/or guardian shall be informed of class standing and the number of credits needed to meet graduation requirements at Inchelium High School. If number of credits and class standing will not permit the student to graduate with his/her grade level, then nonstatutory or local courses may be waived based upon counselor recommendation. A recommendation shall be submitted to the principal for review, revision, and approval, or disapproval. The principal may further designate other faculty members to help in review and revision, and to provide information that will aid in the principal s decision of approval or disapproval. Approval or disapproval of the waiver must be in the best interest of the student. Required coursework may be waived upon compliance with these written procedures and rules. The reasons for approval or disapproval shall be communicated to the students, parents, or guardians as soon as possible after receipt of the proposal, with the right to appeal disapproval as outlined in these procedures and rules. When a course is waived, the principal will ensure that it is so recorded in the student's permanent record and the student shall receive the appropriate diploma based upon meeting the adjusted requirements. [WAC ] 22

25 COURSE GRADES/MARKS Letter grades of A through F are calculated in the GPA (Grade Point Average). Grades of S, such as are given for PE and Teacher s Assistant, are not calculated in the GPA 23

26 SECTION 5 - EARNING COLLEGE CREDIT IN THE HIGH SCHOOL ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAMS To receive college credit through Advance Placement (AP) classes a student must pass the Advanced Placement Exam given in early May. The type and amount of credit earned depends on both the university involved and the grade that the student earns. There is a fee that the students must pay in order to take the exam. From the College Board materials: What is Pre- AP? The College Board does not design, develop, or assess courses labeled Pre- AP. The College Board discourages the labeling of courses as Pre-AP. Typically, such courses create a track, thereby limiting access to AP classes. The College Board supports the assertion that all students should have access to preparation for AP and other challenging courses. Courses labeled Pre-AP can inappropriately restrict access to AP and other college-level work and as such, are inconsistent with the fundamental purpose of the College Board s Pre-AP initiatives, which are professional development workshops designed to help teachers instill more rigor in whatever courses they are teaching students in the years prior to AP. Maintaining an open-door policy for kids to enroll in an AP class is essential for addressing the achievement gap. We want to avoid creating gate keepers such as making a class labeled honors or advanced a prerequisite for AP course enrollment. It is important to remember that Pre-AP strategies are quality teaching and learning strategies that benefit all kids. Also, these strategies can be incorporated to all classes exposing all kids to the skills necessary for rigorous coursework. Giving all kids the skills to be successful in rigorous coursework is our Pre-AP goal. COLLEGE IN THE HIGH SCHOOL College in the High School offers credit for college on campus during the school day. Students must meet the prerequisites to qualify for enrollment. An agreement with Walla Walla Community College began in the 1980 s. Beginning with the 2007/08 School Year, additional courses were sought to be articulated through Lewis-Clark State College (LCSC). College credit is available through LCSC for the following classes: 24

27 RUNNING START RUNNING START COMMUNITY COLLEGE COURSES Juniors and seniors may participate in the Running Start Program. These students may take courses part of the day at Inchelium High School and take college level courses part of the day at the Inchelium Center of Spokane Falls Community College. Students are not charged any tuition, but must provide their own transportation and pay for lab fees and their books. Approved college level courses will be awarded high school credit by the district and be placed on the student s PHS transcript. Application is made in the spring of the previous year for the Running Start program. WHAT IS RUNNING START? Running Start is a program created by the Washington State Legislature. The purposes of Running Start are: 1. To provide an opportunity for eligible high school juniors to enroll in local Washington community colleges; and 2. To allow theses students to earn dual credit by successfully completing the community college classes. RUNNING START ELIGIBILITY Students must be juniors or seniors, who are on track for graduation. A junior is a student who has earned at least twelve (12) credits at the end of the sophomore year. A senior is a student who has earned at least 18 credits at the end of their junior year. Students are required to complete the ASSET exam to assist in establishing eligibility for Running Start. This exam is provided at the Clarkston Center on Thursdays. It is administered at 8:15 P.M and 5:00 P.M. It is suggested this be completed before school is out for the current year. ASSET test guidelines are as follows: 1. MATH ELIGIBILITY: Earn at least 48 on the Intermediate Algebra test. This places you in Math 109, Pre-Calculus I. 2. ENGLISH 101: Earn at least 50 on the writing sample. A minimum score of 40 places you in English 100, which is not a college transfer class. 3. ALL OTHER ACADEMIC CLASSES: Earn a minimum score of 40 in Reading; a score of 248 in Study Skills; and placement into at least English 100 OTHER RUNNING START INFORMATION ONLY college courses numbered 100 and above, are eligible for Running Start. Books, a one-time $40.00 admissions fee, and the facility use fee are the student s responsibility. A computer lab fee may also be assessed. A cost of $6.50 per credit from 11 to 18 credits will be assessed. Transportation is the student and parent s responsibility. College tuition is paid by the Inchelium School District for eligible Running Start students. RUNNING START CREDITS WAC determines credit evaluation. - 5 quarter, or 3 semester college credits equal one high school credit. - 3 quarter, or 1 semester college credit equals one-half high school credit. - NOTE: You need to take three WWCC PE classes for one-half credit at PHS. 25

28 RUNNING START GRADES WWCC grades are transferred to the PHS transcript. They do not show on PHS report cards. College grades are transcripted to the high school transcript. There is no weighting of your college grades. Request a copy of your PHS transcript on a regular basis in order to determine whether WWCC grades and credits have been entered. MAINTAINING RUNNING START ELIGIBILITY Students must maintain a minimum C- average at WWCC to maintain Running Start eligible. Academic probation for one college term will be implemented if the grades fall below C-. Running Start eligibility can be withdrawn after the probationary term. HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY Students need to meet WIAA eligibility criteria. Grades can be monitored at any time. The previous quarter s transcript can be used for this. Students also need to meet WIAA and IHS attendance regulations. COLLEGE CREDIT TRANSFERABILITY Each public college in Washington will accept Running Start credits from WWCC. However, each institution has its own guidelines Only courses numbered 101, and above, are college transfer courses. Transfer to private colleges in Washington and out of state institutions is subject to their regulations. Students/parents need to contact the colleges for their Running Start credit transfer policies. Students need to have WWCC mail the official college transcript to the appropriate college. Idaho colleges have accepted Running Start credits as long as they are on an official community college transcript. Check with your college of choice in regard to financial aid. Sometimes, the number of credits earned in Running Start can affect Pell Grant eligibility. HINTS FOR SUCCESS IN RUNNING START Do not overextend yourself. You cannot succeed with a full load of classes at PHS plus two or three at WWCC. Class pace is faster at college. In many cases, you must make appointments with your college instructors in order to receive extra help with the subject matter. College classes may demand two hours of homework for each hour of class. Attendance requirements are much different then at high school. It is the student s responsibility to be prepared each day for class and to meet all deadlines. The high school and college calendars and class schedules do not match! * Holidays: Holidays and vacation periods may be different. Students are expected to attend classes at the college even though the high school is not in session. * Schedules: The WWCC and PHS school years are not divided the same. The scheduling of college classes may conflict with high school classes or extracurricular activities. 26

29 * Announcements: It is the student s responsibility to check with his/her high school counselor on a regular basis. This way a student can find out about deadlines for scholarships, college admission, and college entrance tests. It is also the student s responsibility to order his/her cap and gown for graduation. 27

30 WASHINGTON FOUR YEAR PUBLIC COLLEGE CONTACTS Central Washington University Eastern Washington University Phone Phone WWW WWW The Evergreen State College University of Washington Phone , ext Phone WWW WWW Washington State University Western Washington State University Phone Phone WWW WWW Gonzaga University Northwest College Phone Phone 800-6NWEST1 WWW Pacific Lutheran University St. Martin s College Phone Phone admissions@plu.edu admission@stmartin.edu WWW WWW Seattle Pacific University Seattle University Phone Phone admissions@spu.edu admissions@seattleu.edu WWW WWW University of Puget Sound Walla Walla College Phone Phone admission@ups.edu weisda@wwc.edu WWW WWW Whitman College Whitworth College Phone Phone admission@whitman.edu WWW tbassen@whitworth.edu WWW 28

31 TECH PREP Inchelium High School is developing a Tech Prep articulation agreement with Spokane Falls Community College (SFCC) in the areas of Agriculture Education, Business & Marketing Education, and Family & Consumer Sciences Education. Corresponding disciplines at Walla Walla Community College include: 1. Agriculture 2. Agri-Business Students who earn a "C or better" and meet 80% of the competencies for the class can earn college credit provided they submit an acceptable portfolio and complete the SFCC admission process. Tech Prep eligible classes are indicated in the Course Description section. Tech Prep can be a component of your Inchelium High School Pathways to Success strategy. Tech Prep empowers students to include college credit courses within their high school career, without leaving the high school. Tech Prep credits may be advantageous when entering the workforce, enlisting in the armed forces, entering a Professional and Technical college program or entering a bachelor degree program. You are invited to investigate how Tech Prep credits may be of personal benefit. Potential Future Developments: WWCC and WSU are working on new articulation agreements. Under consideration at this time are agreements for Turf Management and Human Development. These agreements may expand transfer options in these areas. Expansions of linked AAAS options are probable in areas such as Auto Mechanics and Diesel Mechanics. 29

32 SECTION 6-21 st Century Skills P21 Framework Definitions To help learners integrate skills into the their core academic subjects, the Partnership has developed a unified, collective vision for learning known as the Framework for 21st Century Learning. This Framework describes the skills, knowledge and expertise students must master to succeed in work and life; it is a blend of content knowledge, specific skills, expertise and literacies. Every 21st century skills implementation requires the development of core academic subject knowledge and understanding among all students. Those who can think critically and communicate effectively must build on a base of core academic subject knowledge. Within the context of core knowledge instruction, students must also learn the essential skills for success in today s world, such as critical thinking, problem solving, communication and collaboration. When students build on this foundation, combining the entire Framework with the necessary support systems standards, assessments, and learning environments students are more engaged in the learning process and graduate better prepared to thrive in today s global economy. While the graphic represents each element distinctly for descriptive purposes, the Partnership views all the components as fully interconnected in the process of 21st century teaching and learning. Education is an investment in your future. Your future will be greatly affected by how much you invest now! 30