Pickerington High School Central Class of 2019 Registration Presentation www.pickerington.k12.oh.us
Topics Covered New State Testing Requirements Graduation Requirements Honors Diploma Requirements College and Career Ready Recommendations College Credit Plus Program Course Selection and Registration New PHSC schedule Important Dates and Deadlines
New Graduation Testing Requirements for the Class of 2019 THREE OPTIONS: 1. Earn 18 points on End-of-Course exams. 2. Earn a remediation free score on the ACT or SAT. 3. Earn 12 points in an approved industry-recognized credential program and earn a workforce readiness score on the WorkKeys assessment.
OPTION 1: 18 points on End-of-Course Exams Seven End-of-Course Exams: English 9 Algebra 1 American History English 10 Geometry American Government Biology (Integrated {Physical} Science test will not count for graduation points) Performance Level: Graduation Points: Advanced 5 Accelerated 4 Proficient 3 Basic 2 Limited 1
Each student must earn: at least 4 points in English tests at least 4 points in Math tests at least 6 points in Science and Social Studies tests Acceptable substitutes for state tests: Advanced Placement College Credit Plus test scores grades If a state assessment was not available, a student s grade in the course will earn them the points toward graduation.
OPTION 2: Remediation Free College Readiness Score Remediation free scores are: ACT SAT Reading 18 Critical Reading 450 Math 22 Math 520 Test will be given at school and will be FREE for juniors! Test scores can be used for college admission.
OPTION 3: Certification in a skill and a passing score on WorkKeys This option is sometimes used by students attending career and technical schools. For additional information on how to meet the graduation testing requirements through this option go to: http://education.ohio.gov/topics/ohio-graduation- Requirements/Graduation-Requirements-2018-and-Beyond
Pickerington Central Graduation Requirements English (4 credits) Mathematics (4 credits) Must include Algebra 2 or equivalent Social Studies (3 credits) World History (1 credit) American History (1 credit) Economics (0.5 credit) American Government / POD (0.5 credit) Science (3 credits) Integrated Science (1 credit) Biology (1 credit) Additional Science (1 credit)
Pickerington Central Graduation Requirements, continued Health (0.5 credit) Physical Education (0.5 credits) Two different PE classes -OR- Two PE waivers and 0.5 additional elective Fine Art (1 credit) Art Department courses Theatre Department courses Music Department courses Photography courses Electives (4 credits) Any course not specifically required for graduation Includes world/foreign language courses Includes academics beyond those required
High School Diplomas Standard Diploma-student meets all graduation requirements and meet one of three state testing options. Honors Diploma-a student who completes the college preparatory curriculum shall meet 7 or 8 specified criteria.
Honor s Diploma Criteria Earn 4 credits of English. Earn 4 credits of math including Alg. I, Alg. II, and Geometry or higher math. Earn at least 4 credits of science including 1 credit of Physics and 1 credit of Chemistry. Earn at least 4 credits of Social Studies. Earn 3 credits of one World/Foreign Language or 2 credits of two World/Foreign Languages. Earn 1 credit in fine arts Maintain an overall grade point average of 3.5+ (unweighted) Earn a 27 on the ACT (or 1210 on SAT)
College and Career Readiness Most colleges are looking for MORE than the minimum courses required for graduation. - At least 4 credits of Science - At least 4 credits of Social Studies - At least 2 credits of a World Language (3+ for competitive colleges) - Additional courses to prepare you for the career and/or college major you plan to study. The more exposure you have to high level academic courses, the better prepared you will be for success in college and in your career.
Pass/Fail Option Students may take up to 1 credit of elective courses in the departments of technology, art, business, and/or music as pass fail each year. In addition, physical education may be taken as pass/fail. Courses taken as pass/fail will receive graduation credit and will be counted towards eligibility. Pass/Fail forms are available in the counseling office and must be signed by the teacher. The application must be submitted within the first four weeks of class. To receive credit for a pass/fail course, a student must earn at least a D- or 60%. A student choosing the letter grade option (A, B, C, D, F) must do so by the end of the course.
College Credit Plus Classes The College Credit Plus program (CCP) offers qualified high school students access to directly transcripted college credit. Students passing CCP classes will receive both high school and college credit for the course at no cost and without taking an exit exam. The student must meet the eligibility requirements set by the participating college for each course. (often specific ACT/SAT/COMPASS scores) The student must follow the college s procedures and meet the college s deadlines for enrollment.
College Credit Plus Classes Students may enroll in college courses 1) at Pickerington High School Central 2) at local university or college campuses 3) online Classes may be taught by college faculty or Pickerington faculty with proper credentials. These courses are college courses and instructors follow the policies outlined by the college granting credit. To learn more about the College Credit Plus program, refer to pages 2-19 in the Course Registration Guide. If you could not attend the CCP meeting, you may view the presentation at www.pickerington.k12.oh.us Go to PHSCentral, click on Academics, and click on AP and College Credit Plus.
Choosing the Right Courses Think about your future goals and plans when selecting courses. Challenge yourself! Check the prerequisites for all of the courses you select. Select alternate courses, in case there are conflicts or classes are cancelled. Read about each course in the Registration Guide online at: www.pickerington.k12.oh.us. Discuss your options with your parents and teachers.
Choosing English Courses Consult your current English teacher for advice. Required English course: - English 10 - Honors English 10 - AP English Language and Composition - AP English Literature and Composition - College Credit Plus Options Also see available English elective courses listed on your course selection worksheet and in the Course Registration Guide.
Choosing the Right Math Course Consult your current math teacher for advice. Remember - You must earn at least 4 credits of math, including 1 credit of Algebra 2 to graduate. See the Course Registration Guide for math course descriptions and prerequisites: Algebra 1 Pre-Calculus AP Statistics CCP Options: Honors Pre-Calculus Intro. to Statistics Geometry College Transition Math AP Calculus AB Mathematics for Business Honors Geometry Statistics Technical Mathematics AP Calculus BC College Algebra Algebra 2 Introduction to Calculus Trigenometry Honors Algebra 2 and Discreet Math Calculus I Calculus II Industrial Mathematics
Consult your current science teacher for advice. Everyone must complete: 1 credit of Integrated Science 1 credit of Biology 1 additional science credit Choosing Science Courses Any additional science courses are considered to be advanced science credits. Please see the Course Registration Guide for descriptions of each course, and any required prerequisites. Chemistry and Physics are both Honors Diploma requirements. Students may take multiple science courses, as long as they meet the prerequisites. Challenge yourself!
Choosing Social Studies Courses Consult your current social studies teacher for advice. Everyone must complete: 1 credit of World History 1 credit of American History or AP American History The Honors Diploma requires 4+ credits of social studies. Please see the Course Registration Guide for descriptions of each course, and any required prerequisites.
Choosing Fine Arts Courses To fulfill the fine arts requirement for graduation, students must complete one credit in any of the following areas: - Music - Art - Theatre - Photography Please see the Course Registration Guide for descriptions of each course, and any required prerequisites.
Choosing a World/Foreign Language Course Consult your current world/foreign language teacher for advice. Four-year colleges generally require 2 years of the same world/foreign language. Competitive colleges sometimes require 3 years of a world/foreign language. The Honors Diploma requires 3 credits of one world/foreign language, or 2 credits of each of 2 world/foreign languages. Students must show proficiency before moving to the next level of a world/foreign language. Please see the Course Registration Guide for descriptions of each course, and any required prerequisites.
Physical Education Options 1) Earn 0.50 PE credit: - Must take 2 different PE classes - Each class earns 0.25 credit - May take one or both classes in summer school - See the Course Registration Guide for course descriptions. 2) Earn two PE waivers plus 0.5 extra elective credit: - Complete 2 seasons of OHSAA sanctioned athletics, marching band, or cheerleading. - Complete and submit 2 PE waiver forms. - Earn a total of at least 4.5 elective credits. Please see the Course Registration Guide for descriptions of each physical education course.
Electives Check each course for prerequisites! Consider your career and college plans. Consider what you enjoy. Consider class load. Always select the most challenging courses that you can handle. Provide alternate elective choices, in order of your preference.
New High School Schedule Pickerington Central will have a new time schedule next year: Start time: 7:55 a.m. Dismissal time: 2:55 p.m. - 26 modular schedule - Each module is 15 minutes - Most classes will be 3 modules - Some classes will be 4 modules - Class length is indicated on the course registration worksheet - Students are encouraged to schedule 6 classes each semester - Students must schedule at least 5 classes each semester - Lunch will be 2 modules
Your Schedule - Choose classes wisely! Consult with your teachers and parents. - Your lunch will already be on your list of courses. (2 modules) - Select classes to prepare you for college and/or a career. - Challenging courses help prepare you to do well on college entrance tests. - Challenging courses are important in college admission decisions. - Challenging courses help prepare you to succeed in college and in your career. - Consider eligibility for athletics and activities. - Consider class load, especially when taking AP and College Credit Plus courses.
List your alternatives in priority order. Alternate Courses Please select several alternate elective courses on your online course request form. Some courses may be cancelled. Some courses may have more requests than we can staff. Some courses may conflict with your other requests.
Registration Process Students will now view a video that will show them how to register online for their courses for next year. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0b6nbn- O8BQIvUG5hRTFZYTIwamc/view?usp=sharing Students and parents also may read these instructions on the school website at: http://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/pickerington-centralhigh/courses-and-class-registration/
Important Reminders The course registration window will close on March 11th. If you do not complete your online registration by March 11th and/or if you do not choose enough courses, your counselor will create your schedule and/or add classes. You will not be permitted to make changes to this request, except as allowed by Board Policy.. You will receive a verification of the courses you chose later this spring. Counselors must follow the district schedule change policy found on the Pickerington Central website at: http://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/pickerington-central-high/coursesand-class-registration/ Remember, you will not be allowed to drop a class because you change your mind and are no longer interested in a course. Choose carefully!
Prepare for a great year! Next year will be an extremely important year as you prepare for college and/or your career. Make the most of it by: Selecting the most challenging courses in which you can succeed. Working hard to earn good grades. Getting involved (or staying involved) in school and/or community activities. Looking for opportunities to show leadership. Using summer break to visit colleges, gain work experience, contribute to the community, and learn about career options.
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