Welcome to Norwell High School Class of 2023 A Norwell graduate will be able to transition successfully into postsecondary education, the military, or the work place and be a contributing member of an everchanging society
8th Grade Parent Meeting Agenda Welcome Introduction Counselor Role Review Key Terms Graduation Pathway Freshman Course Selection Sheet PowerScheduler Due Dates
Introductions David Parker- Principal (david.parker@nwcs.k12.in.us) Alex Nafziger- Assistant Principal (alex.nafziger@nwcs.k12.in.us) Traci Werling- Counselor (Last Name: A-K) (traci.werling@nwcs.k12.in.us) Brooke Orellana/ John Reinhard- Counselor (Last Name: L-Z (brooke.orellana@nwcs.k12.in.us/ john.reinhard@nwcs.k12.in.us) Kyle Patterson- Counselor (Special Education/504) (kyle.patterson@nwcs.k12.in.us) Kaley Grzych- Guidance Secretary (kaley.grzych@nwcs.k12.in.us) Jodie Shutt- High School Secretary (jodie.shutt@nwcs.k12.in.us) Kristie George- High School Treasurer (kristie.george@nwcs.k12.in.us)
Corporation AIM The AIM of NWCS is to equip students to maximize their present and future success
1.Positive Influence NHS School Goals 2.High Levels of Achievement 3.Outstanding Culture 4.Effective and Appropriate Polices and Procedures
NHS Core Values
Counselor Roles Social/Emotional Crisis Intervention Classroom Guidance (Stress Management, Conflict Resolution) Academic Advising Six year plans (4 years of high school/2 years post-high school) Individual scheduling meetings Classroom Guidance (Mock College Admissions/Job Applications) Scholarships/Financial Aid Post-secondary advising Career Planning Area 18 Career and Technical Program Tour Provide career related opportunities (fairs, expos, and job shadows) Guest Speakers/Career Informational Sessions Career Roundtable Naviance:Interest, Skills, Values Assessments
SAT/ACT Dual Credit Work-Based Learning CTE Pathway Your First Step is Learning the Language of High School Key Terms
Key Terms Credit one credit equals one semester of successfully (D- or higher) completing a course (excluding study hall) Grade Point Average (GPA) the average of all courses a student has taken 4.0 Grade Point Scale Numeric value assigned to alpha grade A = 4.0 C = 2.0 A- = 3.7 C- = 1.7 B+= 3.3 D+ = 1.3 B = 3.0 D = 1.0 B- = 2.7 D- =0.7 C+= 2.3 21st Century Scholars the state's premier college scholarship and preparation program for low-income Hoosier students. Students who fulfill the Scholar Pledge are provided up to four years of paid tuition at an Indiana state college or university. Families must apply before June 30th of their child's 8th grade year.
Guidance Website http://www.nwcs.k12.in.us/nhsguidance.aspx Diploma Information Diploma Checklists (AHD, THD, Core 40) Key Terms Scheduling --> Class of 2023 Scheduling PPT 9th Grade Course Selection Sheet Course Description Guide Student Opportunities
New High School Graduation Requirements: Graduation Pathways 1 2 3 Diploma Type Learn & Demonstrate Employability Skills Postsecondary Ready Competencies
Core 40 Box 1: Diploma Types Core 40 Academic Honors Core 40 Technical Honors
Core 40 (40 Credits) Subject Area Credits Classes ENGLISH 8 MATH 6 SCIENCE 6 SOCIAL STUDIES 6 AP Literature, AP Language ENG111/COM110, Film Lit, Technical Communications, Speech English 9-12 fulfills this requirement Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II or Analytical Algebra II (Must take a math or quantitative reason course each year) 2 Credits: Biology I; 2 Credits: Chemistry I, Physics I, or Integrated Chemistry/Physics (ICP); 2 Credits any Core 40 Science course 2 Credits: World History & Civilization or Geography & History of the World; 2 Credits: U.S. History; 1 Credit: U.S. Government; 1 Credit: Economics PHYSICAL ED. 2 P.E. I & P.E. II HEALTH 1 Health and Wellness DIRECTED ELECTIVES 5 World Language or Fine Arts or Career & Technical Education ELECTIVES 6 Career Academics Sequence recommended Total 40 Credits to earn CORE 40 Diploma
Core 40 with Academic Honors (47 Credits) Subject Area Credits Classes ENGLISH 8 MATH 8 SCIENCE 6 SOCIAL STUDIES PHYSICAL ED. 2 P.E. I & P.E. II 6 HEALTH 1 Health and Wellness WORLD LANGUAGES AP Literature, AP Language ENG111/COM110, Film Lit, Technical Communications, Speech English 9-12 fulfills this requirement Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, plus any Core 40 Math Class (must take a math or quantitative reasoning course each year 2 Credits: Biology I; 2 Credits: Chemistry I, Physics I, or Integrated Chemistry/Physics (ICP); 2 Credits any Core 40 Science course 2 Credits: World History & Civilization or Geography & History of the World; 2 Credits: U.S. History; 1 Credit: U.S. Government; 1 Credit: Economics 6-8 6 credits in a single language or 4 credits in two different languages FINE ARTS 2 Band, Choir, 2D Art, 3D Art, Technical Theatre, Drawing, Painting, etc. HEALTH 1 Health and Wellness ELECTIVES 7-8 CORE 40 Courses TOTAL 47 Credits required for Core 40 with Academic Honors *Students must complete 4 credits in AP classes or 6 transferable dual credits or meet a minimum score on ACT/SAT
CORE 40 with Academic Honors (47 Credits) There are a few more requirements... Earn a grade of C or better in courses that will count toward the diploma Have a grade point average of a B (3.0) or better Meet advanced placement, dual credit, SAT, or ACT requirements
Core 40 with Technical Honors (47 Credits) Subject Area Credits Classes ENGLISH 8 MATH 6 SCIENCE 6 SOCIAL STUDIES 6 College and Career Pathway 6 or more PHYSICAL ED. 2 HEALTH 1 Health & Wellness AP Literature, AP Language ENG111/COM110, Film Lit, Technical Communications, Speech English 9-12 fulfills this requirement Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II or Analytical Algebra II (Must take a math or quantitative reason course each year 2 Credits: Biology I; 2 Credits: Chemistry I, Physics I, or Integrated Chemistry/Physics (ICP); 2 Credits any Core 40 Science course 2 Credits: World History & Civilization or Geography & History of the World; 2 Credits: U.S. History; 1 Credit: U.S. Government; 1 Credit: Economics Earn 6 credits in a state-approved College & Career Pathway and one of the following: 1. State approved industry-based certification or credential 2. Pathway dual credits resulting in 6 transcripted college credits ELECTIVES 5-9 Core 40 courses, World Languages, Fine Arts, or other CTE coures TOTAL 47 Credits required for Core 40 with Technical Honors
CORE 40 with Technical Honors (47 Credits) There are a few more requirements... Earn a grade of a C (73%) or better in courses that will count toward diploma Have a grade point average of a B or better Complete advanced placement, dual credit, SAT, ACT, Accuplacer or Work Keys requirement
Box 2: Learn & Demonstrate Employability Skills Employability Skills are a set of skills and behaviors that are necessary for every job or career They are things like communication skills, being responsible, working with others, being on time, etc.
Box 2: Student must complete ONE of the following Project-Based Learning Service-Based Learning Work-Based Learning
Project-Based Learning Government Civil Engineering and Architecture Engineering Design and Development
Service-Based Learning Student Council Athletic Teams Show Choir Marching Band Yearbook and other clubs or teams (must be involved in one full season)
Work-Based Learning Internships Enrollment in the NHS Work- Based Learning program Employment outside school
Box 2: Employability Skills When can these experices begin? How long do they have to last? Anytime between July 1 prior to freshman year through graduation Can be during the school day, after school, during breaks, etc. There is not a set number of hours, but the experience must be sustained over a period of time, such as: One Semester 75-100 hours or more Other NHS requirements Outside work experience has to issue W2
Box 3: Postsecondary- Ready Competencies Postsecondary Ready Competencies must be proven through one of several options
Box 3: Postsecondary-Ready Competencies (must complete ONE of the following) Honors Diploma SAT or ACT Advanced Placement Courses or Dual Credits Norwell AP and Dual Credit Courses Career &Technical Education Concentrator Industry Certification ASVAB
Box 3: Postsecondary-Ready Competencies Honors Diploma SAT ACT Advanced Placement Courses or Dual Credits Academic Honors Technical Honors Reading & Writing = 480 Math = 530 English = 18 Reading = 22 Math = 22 Science = 23 Must meet at least 2 of 4 requirements Must earn a C average or higher in at least three courses One of the three courses must be in core content (math, English, science, social studies)
Box 3: Postsecondary-Ready Competencies Career & Technical Education Concentrator Industry Certification ASVAB Federally Recognized Apprenticeship Must earn a C average or higher in at least 2 specific courses in a CTE Pathway Class of 2023 Pathways Must earn one certification from the Industry Certification list approved by the Dept. of Workforce Development Minimum score = 31 Floor Layers Program
Cluster Pathway Concentrator Course A Concentrator Course B Architecture and Construction Construction Construction Trades I Construction Trades II Arts, AV Tech and Comm Radio TV Radio and Television I Radio and Television II Education and Training Early Childhood Early Childhood Education I Early Childhood Education II Education and Training Education Careers Education Professions I Education Professions II Hospitality and Human Services Cosmetology Cosmetology I Cosmetology II Hospitality and Human Services Human and Social Services Human and Social Services I Human and Social Services II Manufacturing and Logistics Advanced Manufacturing Advanced Manufacturing I Advanced Manufacturing II Manufacturing and Logistics Machine Tech Precision Machining I Precision Machining II Manufacturing and Logistics Welding Welding Technology I Welding Technology II Public Safety Criminal Justice Criminal Justice I Criminal Justice II Advanced Public Safety EMT/Paramedic Health Science Education I Emergency Medical Services Public Safety Fire and Rescue Fire and Rescue I Fire and Rescue II STEM STEM Engineering Engineering Principles of Engineering PLTW/ non PLTW Principles of Engineering PLTW/ non PLTW Civil Engineering and Architecture PLTW/ non PLTW Aerospace Engineering PLTW/ non PLTW Transportation Auto Tech Automotive Services Technology I Automotive Services Technology II
Freshman Course Selection Sheet Freshman Scheduling Required Courses and Explanations: Language Arts English 9 English 9 Honors summer homework required, more in depth, teacher recommendation English 9A struggling with reading comprehension Mathematics Algebra Lab A/Algebra 1 A 2 year algebra Algebra 1 Geometry Honors for students enrolled in Algebra 1 in 8 th grade
Math and English Placements for math and English courses will be determined by: Middle School ISTEP Scores Middle School math or English grades Teacher Recommendations NWEA Scores
Freshman Course Selection Sheet Science Biology Biology Honors more in depth, teacher recommendation Earth and Space encouraged for students who are taking English 9A Physical Education/Health PE 1 PE 2 Business Preparing for College and Careers
Freshman Course Selection Sheet In addition to these 9 required credits, students must select 5 additional elective credits. *For scheduling purposes, study hall is included in the 5 elective credit count even though a student doesn t earn high school credit for the class.
1.Go to www.nwcs.k12.in.us 2.Choose Norwell High School PowerScheduler Course Request Steps 3. Under Quick links choose Powerschool Parent Access 4. Student log in (Have student go to office if they do not know login) 5. Choose class registration on the left side 6. Click on pencil and choose course or courses and click okay 7. Must Choose 14 credits and 4 alternates. Once complete submit
Course Request Steps (www.nwcs.k12.in.us)
Select PowerSchool Parent Access
Click on Registration Tab
Click on pencil icon to view course options for each subject
Select the course(s) that meets your graduation requirement for each subject. You must press okay after each subject screen. If you are enrolling in an all year course, you must select both semesters.
Click OKAY
Students must select 4 alternates. Alternates are used if there is a conflict with one or more of your top 14 requests.
Requesting credit hours must equal 14
Click SUBMIT
Next Steps NHS: 1. Counselors will meet with each student to discuss future coursework and plans for freshman year. 2. Freshman year counselors will meet with students to create preliminary 6- year plans. (4 years of high school and 2 years postsecondary). Students/Parents: 1. Determine preferred career pathway(s) 2. Work with counselors on schedules (short term / long term) 3. Focus on meeting Graduation Pathways
Important Dates March 18 th : The High School Counselors will be meeting with 8 th graders during their science class to discuss 9 th grade scheduling. March 20st/22 nd : The High School Counselors will be meeting with each 8 th grade student individually to review course requests for 9 th grade year. March 20 th : Course requests deadline
Individual Meetings If you would like to meet with your child's counselor, please schedule this with Kaley Grzych at 260-543-2213 x 7005 or kaley.grzych@nwcs.k12.in.us
We look forward to getting to know your son or daughter over the next four years.