CLASS OF 2020 CASTLE HIGH SCHOOL Mrs. Missy Fanok Junior Counselor mfanok@warrick.k12.in.us 812-858-3408
40 credits to graduate with the Core 40 Diploma 47 credits to graduate with the Academics Honors Diploma
Typical Junior Schedule Junior English U.S. History Math Science
English 117B English 11/1-2 (not recommended for students planning to attend a 4-year college) 117 English 11 Integrated 1-2 117A English 11 Advanced 1-2 131 English Lit and Composition AP 1-2 131DC English Lit and Composition AP 1-2 (AP and/or Dual Credit)-must meet prerequisites and submit application.
Social Studies 209B U.S. History B 1-2(not recommended for students planning to attend a 4-year college) 209 U.S. History 1-2 222 U.S. History AP 1-2 Can take for College Credit or do AP with Exam (AP WH, Advanced WH, or teacher recommendation)
Math Follow recommendation of math teacher
T-Series--Math and Science If student has lower than a B in a math course, he/she should move to the T-series of Math for next year. Exception Geometry (look at Alg I grade) Additionally, if you are in the T-series of math, you should then enroll in ICP (Integrated Chemistry-Physics T) T series = classes with B in course number
Science 289/290 Chemistry/Physics or Physics/Chemistry 281 Chemistry I 291 Physics
In Chemistry/Physics now-- 281 Chemistry I 291 Physics 1 250 AP Environmental Science
Science beyond Chemistry 263 Adv. Sci./Anatomy and Physiology* Don t take now if interested in Medical Practicum senior year. 266 Adv. Sci./Genetics and Zoology* 268 Adv. Sci./Forensic Science* 285 Chemistry AP 298 Adv. Sci. Organic/Biochemistry 283 Chemistry II-Inorganic
Science beyond Chemistry 279 Biology AP 291 Physics 1 295 3088 250 Physics 1 Algebra Based, AP Physics 2 C, AP AP Environmental Science
Science in other departments 5988 Adv. Life Sci./Foods 1-2 (Family and Consumer Science Dept.) 5984 Adv. Life Sci./ Animals 1-2 (Agriculture Dept.) 5998 Adv. Life Sci./ Plant & Soil 1-2 (Agriculture Dept.)
Other Required Classes Physical Education 2 semesters Health (or 3 approved FACS classes) Failure of previous required courses
Additional courses required for Core 40 with Academic Honors World Language Fine Arts ------ Semester grades of C or higher in required courses--*retake policy 47 credits and a 3.0 gpa by graduation day!
Complete one of the following: A. Earn 4 credits in 2 AP courses and take AP exams OR B. Earn 6 verifiable transcripted college credits in dual credit courses from the approved dual credit list. (generally 2 college courses) OR C. Earn both 1. 2 credits in an AP course and corresponding AP exam AND 2. A minimum of 3 verifiable transcripted college credits from the approved dual credit list (generally 1 college course) OR
D. Earn a combined score of 1250 or higher on the SAT and minimum of 560 math and 590 on the evidence based reading and writing section. OR E. Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written section.
Additional Credits for Core 40 with Technical Honors 8 or more credits in a career-technical program C or higher semester grades in required courses--*retake policy 3.0 gpa by graduation day! Additional requirements in student handout
Advanced Placement Demanding courses that meet College Board requirements Student takes AP exam in spring (fee charged--$94, unless state subsidizes test) Tests scored 1-5, typically colleges grant credit for scores 3 and above college s discretion as to how many credits you earn
Dual Credit Courses offered through colleges, based on year long work with CHS approved teachers Tuition is generally discounted or free(in the case of Ivy Tech) Credits typically transfer but it is up to the receiving college as to how credits transfer
ELECTIVE OPPORTUNITIES
English Journalism (1 sem.) --Newspaper --Yearbook Social Sciences Psychology (1 sem.) Sociology (1 sem.) Etymology (1 sem.) AP European History Topics in SS-Pop Culture (1 sem.) Indiana Studies/Ethnic Studies (1 sem.)
2 Dimensional Art/3D Art Visual Art Jewelry Drawing Printmaking Painting Art History Appreciation Ceramics AP Art History (non-production) Visual Communications/ Lettering and Design AP Studio Art Photography (1 sem.)
Performing Arts Choir Dance Performance Band Piano and Electronic Keyboard Music Theory Advanced Acting Instrumental Jazz Ensemble (audition and concurrent with band class) Theatre Arts History 1 sem. Technical Theatre 1 sem. (Stagecraft) these must be taken together
World Language French German Japanese Spanish
Business Accounting Business Law and Ethics/Personal Financial Responsibility (1 sem. each) Business Math Introduction to Business Principles of Marketing Digital Applications and Responsibility (1 sem.) Digital Applications and Responsibility (full year) Computer Science 1 Computer Science II: Programming AP Computer Science Principles Web Design (1 sem.) Computer Illustration and Graphics
Agriculture Intro to Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Natural Resources Plant and Soil Science Advanced Life Science/Plant and Soil counts as science Horticulture Science Animal Science Advanced Life Science/Animal Science counts as science
Physical Education Weight Training (non-athletes) Weight Training(athlete) Personal Fitness (1 or 2 semesters) Weight Training(football)
Family and Consumer Sciences Interpersonal Relations/ Careers Nutrition and Wellness (1 semester) Child Development and Parenting Advanced Nutrition and Wellness (1 semester) Adult Roles (only1 st semester) Intro to Housing and Interior Design (only 2 nd semester)
Multidisciplinary / Military College Entrance Prep (1 sem.) Peer Tutor Army JROTC at Harrison, must provide own transportation Study Hall No Credit Teacher Assistant must have teacher approval. Library Assistant must apply.
Intro. to Design Processes (1 sem.) Industrial Tech Intro to Manufacturing (1 sem.) Intro. to Transportation (1 sem.) Intro. to Construction (1 sem.) Construction Systems (full year) Intro. to Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics (full year) Project Lead the Way Engineering--three sequential classes
Southern Indiana Career and Technical Center 3 periods a day 3 credits a semester Students that applied have been notified if they were accepted. If you did not apply and are still interested, see me VERY soon.
Next Step 1. Look over packet with your student and select a well-balanced set of courses for junior year schedule. 2. I will sit down with your student during either Study Hall or World History. At that time we will discuss course selections and I will collect the completed peach enrollment sheet. 3. Confirmation sheets will come out later this spring.
If sophomore is currently in a Study Hall --Starting on Wednesday, February 14, Study Hall students should bring completed enrollment packet to Study Hall. I will be meeting one-on-one with students to discuss and get enrollment paperwork.
Enrollment Schedule in World History Tuesday, February 20- Mr. Morrow Wednesday, February 21 Mr. Bennett Thursday, February 22 Mr. Meier Friday, February 23 Mr. Bell Mr. Underhill s students, we will get to you! Have your paper s with you starting Tuesday, February 20.
Extra Classes/Credits needed? Summer School Credit Recovery Warrick Education Center, two days a week during school year, 3:15-6:15 p.m. Correspondence Classes Courses through the mail, proctored exams Online Classes: Must be from our Approved/Accredited Online Programs list
Valedictorian/Salutatorian Valedictorians will: Take at least 5 AP classes Have the highest GPA in the group above Salutatorians will: Take at least 5 AP classes Have the next highest GPA in group above
Athlete Alert Students must pass 5 classes to be eligible for sports College Sports??? Familiarize yourself with the NCAA Eligibility Center requirements
Random Thoughts Please encourage good attendance. If a student misses more than 10 days in a semester, they will lose credit in that class unless there is medical documentation. Discuss with your student the impact of not turning in assignments. Please monitor the ParentVue.
Junior Timeline: Fall College bound students needs to sign up to take PSAT optional for juniors it is the qualifying exam for the National Merit Scholarship Competition based on junior test score Study and ask for help from teacher and/or tutor if needed Research college and career options Get involved, keep a list of activities
Junior Timeline: Winter Start preparing for the SAT/ACT Consider applying to the Southern Indiana Career & Technical Center for senior year.
Junior Timeline: Spring Take a minimum of one SAT or ACT Set up appointments and visit colleges Keep grades strong. Students should apply to college in August/September of senior year. Work on summer plans job, summer school, volunteer and enrichment activities
Class of 2020