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JENKS HIGH SCHOOL 2012-2013 Incoming Junior & Senior Enrollment Presentation Back to the Basics:

1 JENKS HIGH SCHOOL Incoming Junior & Senior Enrollment Presentation Back to the Basics: Academics, Arts, Athletics, Activities, Attitude -Photos contributed by Jenks High School Yearbook Staff-

2 High School Guidance Counselors Ms. Feldman Mrs. Dennis Mrs. Fraley Mrs. Scales Mrs. French Mrs. Nassar Mrs. Peterson A - B & V - Z C - G H - La Le - P Q-U & Lead Counselor College & Career EOI Coordinator

3 I. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 1.Earn 23 Credits 2. Take & Pass specific Core Classes 3. Take and pass EOI Tests grads: Financial Literacy Passport

4 1. Minimum 23 Credits WHAT IS A CREDIT?.5 Credit per class, per semester x 6 Courses per semester (You MUST be enrolled in 6-courses) 3.0 Credits per semester 3.0 credits x 2 Semesters = 6 credits earned /year

5 Add it up... 9 th = 6 credits earned 4 credits required to be a sophomore! 10 th = 12 credits total 11 th = 18 credits total 16 credits required to be a senior! 12 th = 24 credits total 23 credits required to graduate!

6 2. Take and Pass Specific Courses There are two curriculum pathways to be eligible for graduation: A. College Preparatory/ Work-Ready Graduation Requirements -or- B. Core Curriculum Graduation Requirements

7 A. College Preparatory / Work Ready Course Requirements 4 English 3 Math Algebra I (required) and two higher-level courses Must be earned in grades 9 12, math courses in MS are electives 3 Science Biology (required) and two other lab science credits 3 Social Studies (All required) United States Government (.5), Oklahoma History (.5), United States History and World History 2 The same Foreign Language OR Computer Technology (Based on the requirements of chosen college) 1 Additional core credit selected from any of the above (OK Promise Participants must choose from specific courses) 7 Electives One set of Fine Arts competencies obtained in History classes 2014 Graduates must complete Financial Literacy Passport curriculum See Course Planning Guide for specific class requirements Check your chosen college for other admissions requirements

8 4 English B. Core Curriculum Graduation Course Requirements 3 Math Algebra I and two higher-level courses Must be earned in grades Science Biology (required) and two other lab science credits 3 Social Studies Oklahoma History (.5), Government (.5), U.S. History and World History 10 Electives Two sets of Fine Arts Competencies obtained in History courses 2014 Graduates Must successfully complete Financial Literacy Curriculum Many colleges and OK Promise (OHLAP) and NCAA have additional course requirements.

9 Oklahoma s Promise (formerly OHLAP) Need-based scholarship program Pays tuition to Oklahoma state colleges and universities Enroll in 8 th, 9 th or 10 th grade High School GPA and course requirements For information or to apply, contact OK Promise directly:

10 NCAA Eligibility Course Requirements Division I & II 16 Core Courses required Similar to College Preparatory Graduation Requirements EXCEPT 1. Computer Technology courses DO NOT count as core courses 2. Special Education courses MAY count if requirements are met. NCAA website:

11 3. End-of-Instruction/EOI Tests Changes to the Law effect you: TO RECEIVE A DIPLOMA All 3 of the following must be met: 1. Must pass: English 10 Algebra 1 2. Must pass two of the following: English 11, Geometry, Algebra II Biology, US History 3. Must take all tests even if you ve met the above passing scores.

12 EOI Tests (con t) WHAT IF I. Transfer from Out of State? - take and pass your state s EOI - take and pass alternate tests - take the Oklahoma EOI Transfer from a Private School? - take and pass alternate tests - take the Oklahoma EOI

13 What if I miss or fail an EOI? Tests can be taken or retaken only during the state-designated testing windows. Free REMEDIATION is offered 2x/year Check with the Guidance Office if you have questions or want to re-take a test

14 4. Financial Literacy Passport 2014 Graduates: During grades 7 12, must show competency in 14 areas of financial education to receive a diploma. High School classes that meet this requirement: 1. Financial Literacy 2. ROTC I 3. Math of Finance

15 Am I on track to GRADUATE? If not, see your Guidance Counselor For information about: Saturday School Summer School Online courses Re-take a failed EOI test Don t Fall Behind!

16 II. My Transcript is: A record of my high school achievements A legal document Used when applying for college, the armed services and employment Parent and student signatures are required for release.

17 Official Transcript (Junior) Name Address Birthday Lists all courses taken and grades earned Credits Earned Cumulative GPA JHS does not Rank Honors and Awards EOI Scores

18 Official Transcript (Back) Test Scores: PLAN, PSAT, ACT/SAT

19 Transcript Release Card

20 III. How do I fill out my

21 Front of Enrollment Card Jones Karen 3610 Garrison

22 Each course has a 4-digit course number; look at the last number 0 1 semester, either semester 1 1 semester, 1 st semester only 2 1 semester, 2 nd semester only 3 Year-long course

23 Front of Enrollment Card Jones Karen 3610 Garrison 4173 English 11 English Adv Algebra 2 KG Adv Algebra 2 KG 6170 Genetics 6130 Gen Human Anat 6132 Biotechnology 7203 World History World History

24 Front of Enrollment Card Jones Karen 3610 Garrison 4173 English 11 English Adv Algebra 2 KG Adv Algebra 2 KG 6170 Genetics 6130 Gen Human Anat 6132 Biotechnology 7203 World History World History 2543 Yearbook TM Yearbook TM 8291 Housing & Int Design 1120 Pre-AP Economics Girls Soccer

Front of Enrollment Card Jones Karen 3610 Garrison John Jones 2/15/10 Karen Jones John Jones 4143 English 10 English 10 5183 Adv Algebra 2 KG Adv Algebra 2 KG 6170

25 Front of Enrollment Card Jones Karen 3610 Garrison John Jones 2/15/10 Karen Jones John Jones 4143 English 10 English Adv Algebra 2 KG Adv Algebra 2 KG 6170 Genetics 6130 Gen Human Anat 6132 Biotechnology 7203 World History World History 2543 Yearbook TM Yearbook TM 8291 Housing & Int Design 1120 Pre-AP Economics Girls Soccer

26 Back of Enrollment Card Read & Sign Course Commitment -- Deadline for changes: June 15 th -- Changes are best made in May when students receive their Student Course Request reports and when teachers and counselors are available After June 15 th, the master schedule is built. Changes can then be made due to errors, outside credit earned or lack of prerequisite (per Student Handbook)

27 Back of Enrollment Card Compare the two graduation plans -Gifted Services Information - Choose Graduation Plan - Parent and Student sign

28 You will get your TODAY Study it! Talk with your parents, counselor and teachers about the classes you want to take.

29 IV. How Do I Choose My Courses? Remember: All students must be enrolled in 6 courses each day FIRST CHOOSE YOUR REQUIRED CORE COURSES:

30 English - 4 credits English 9 or Pre-AP English 9 English 10 or Pre-AP English 10/ American Literature English 11/World Literature English 12/British Literature AP English Language and Composition (11 th & 12 th ) AP English Literature and Composition (12 th )

Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry Advanced Pre-Calculus/Trig.

31 Math - 3 credits Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Math of Finance 12 th** (**not college preparatory/ok Promise/NCAA) Pre-AP Algebra II Algebra III Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry Advanced Pre-Calculus/Trig. Business Calculus I AP Calculus AB & AP Calculus BC AP Statistics Calc II & III /Differential Equations

32 Life Sciences Science - 3 credits Environmental Science I & II Marine Biology Biology is a required science General Human Anatomy Human Anatomy and Physiology Genetics Zoology Biotechnology: Beyond CSI AP Environmental Science Biology and AP Biology Ornithology Physical Sciences Geoscience Stellar Astronomy Planetary Astronomy Chemistry I Pre-AP Chemistry AP Chemistry Physics Pre-AP Physics AP Physics B AP Physics C

33 Social Studies - 3 credits OK History & Government (9 th ) US History or AP US History (10 th ) World History or AP World History (11 th ) ELECTIVES Sociology East Asia Studies Psychology World War II Holocaust Studies Comparative Religion AP European History AP Art History AP American Government and Politics AP Human Geography AP Psychology

34 Foreign Language Latin Sign Language Chinese Spanish

35 Computer Science Introduction to Programming AP Computer Science A Advanced Programming Concepts

36 What is an AP Course? AP = ADVANCED PLACEMENT BENEFITS: This is a COLLEGE LEVEL COURSE Prepares a student for the rigor of college In May, AP Students may take an exam ($) to attempt to earn college credit SHOULD I TAKE AN AP COURSE??? Check pre-requisites; Talk to your teachers and parents Some require a contract, summer assignments or an application Make sure you want this once the schedule change period is over (June 15 th ), your counselor may not drop you from this class for first semester.

To meet the educational needs of all students, Jenks High School offers the following to qualifying students by PLACEMENT ONLY: -Courses for English Language Learners - Special Education

37 To meet the educational needs of all students, Jenks High School offers the following to qualifying students by PLACEMENT ONLY: -Courses for English Language Learners - Special Education courses in both core and elective courses The above courses may not meet 4-year college admissions requirements or OK Promise requirements; Special Education courses may meet NCAA requirements.

38 IV. How Do I Choose My Courses? Next -- Decide on Electives: Explore career interests, Expand your talents Remember, you can choose more courses from the core subjects!

39 Elective Choices Business Fine arts: -Art -Speech and Debate -Drama -Music -Media Production

40 Elective Choices Career and Technology Education: -Marketing -Family & Consumer Sciences -Agricultural Education Physical Education Leadership Opportunities College Preparation

choice on enrollment card No TS = Coach won t sign/try-out required

41 Competitive Athletics A coach s signature (TS) on the Enrollment Card indicates a student is on the team and the sport CAN be placed as 1 st choice on enrollment card No TS = Coach won t sign/try-out required List as an ALTERNATE CHOICE on the same line as the class you want dropped

42 New Electives for Accounting II Computer Applications 2 Screenwriting Media Production Adventuring/Outdoor Education

New Electives for 2012-13 Student Body Leadership Courses Returning in this

43 New Electives for Student Body Leadership Courses Returning in this Rotation: East Asia Studies Social Studies Animal Science Agricultural Education

44 Junior & Senior programs Attend ½ day (AM or PM) at TTC Earn 3 credits of electives (some core) Explore interests through courses not available at Jenks High School Prepare for college or career through active, hands-on education. Apply in the fall prior to the year you plan to attend

45 CHECK the Course Planning Guide for... Prerequisite Courses or Grades Year-in-School Requirements Teacher signature (TS) Application/Audition (still need to get your card signed TS) Fees or Uniform Costs Course Descriptions

College Transcript Requires: As part of your junior or senior schedule Specific ACT/SAT

46 Concurrent Enrollment Take a College Class Earn BOTH high school and college credit; effects GPA Freshman Composition 1 & 2 may replace English 12 Begins your Official College Transcript Requires: As part of your junior or senior schedule Specific ACT/SAT sub-scores Official transcript Signed Application(available in the High School Guidance Office)

47 Honors You May Earn Distinguished Service Graduate -Earn 200 volunteer service hours Specific hourly goals for each year in high school Minimum of 25 hours must be through a JHS club or organization

48 Honors You May Earn: Distinguished Graduate Earn a cumulative 3.50 GPA No semester grade below a C 2 years of the same foreign language (Computer classes do not count) Pre-Calculus/Trigonometry Physics or Chemistry An AP Course is required Plus additional course work

49 Getting Ready for College Remember: GRADES COUNT Start Taking the ACT/SAT Research Colleges Make college visits Start working on essays Look for Scholarships Information and Links available on the JHS College Office Website

50 HS Pre-Enrollment Timeline CAP Advisory on Feb. 9 Receive Enrollment card Schedule CAP conference One week to: Talk to teachers and coaches Teacher Signature Complete any Contracts CAP Advisory One Week later Feb. 16 Turn in your completed Enrollment Card CAP Conference March 8 4-8:00 PM March 9 7:45-11AM

Making Changes to the Courses You Have Requested: Early May: In

51 Making Changes to the Courses You Have Requested: Early May: In class, students receive Student Course Requests reports which list all their requested courses. When: Request changes in May when counselors and teachers are available to finalize your requests. How: Turn in Student Course Request form to Guidance Office; list changes, obtain teacher and parent signatures Deadline: June 15 th

52 High School Guidance Counselors Ms. Feldman Mrs. Dennis Mrs. Fraley Mrs. Scales Mrs. French Mrs. Nassar Mrs. Peterson A - B & V - Z C - G H - La Le - P Q-U & Lead Counselor College & Career EOI Coordinator

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