OLENTANGY HIGH SCHOOL COURSE SCHEDULING 2019-2020 Rising Seniors
GUIDANCE COUNSELORS Ms. Wozniak Ms. Hamilton Ms. McKnight Mr. Naveau A - D E - K L - R S - Z
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS 4.0 credits of English 3.0 credits of Science 3.0 credits of Social Studies which typically include 1.0 credit of World History 1.0 credit of US History 0.5 credit of Economics 0.5 credit of US Government 4.0 credits of Math including Algebra II 0.5 credit of Physical Education 0.5 credit of Health 1.0 credit of Fine Art
HONORS DIPLOMA 4.0 credits of English 4.0 credits of Science 4.0 credits of Social Studies 4.0 credits of Math including Algebra II 0.5 credit of Phys Ed 0.5 credit of Health 1.0 credit of Fine Art 3 years of a Foreign Language, or 2 years of 2 languages ACT score of 27 or SAT score of 1210 Unweighted GPA of 3.5
THE SCHEDULING PROCESS STEP 1 Teacher Recommendations By January 11 th, your classroom teachers will have completed recommendations about which classes you should take next year in English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and World Languages. For example: AP Lit or CP English 12
THE SCHEDULING PROCESS If you do not agree with the teacher recommendation: Step 1: Have a conversation with your teacher Step 2: Ask for a student-parent-teacher conference Step 3: If you and your parents are not satisfied with the decision made at the student-parent-teacher conference, then complete a Course Override Request form, available in Student Services.
THE SCHEDULING PROCESS STEP 2 Online Course Requests Between January 14 th at 8:00 AM to February 4 th at 9:00 PM, students will have access via PowerSchool to enter course requests after reviewing the Course Planning Guide on the OHS webpage. *Step Sheet Instructions are posted on Schoology in the Student Services Course
THE SCHEDULING PROCESS STEP 3 The Scheduling Conference January 22 nd to February 14 th students will meet with their counselor for a brief, individual scheduling conference. Be sure to complete: 1. Online course requests in PowerSchool 2. Paper copy of Schedule Request Sheet
THE SCHEDULING PROCESS Scheduling conferences will be held during the school day within the following classes: Freshmen - History Sophomores - Science Juniors - English ALL SCHEDULING CONFERENCES MUST BE COMPLETE BY FEBRUARY 14 TH.
THE SCHEDULING PROCESS Course Request Changes Any changes to the initial course requests must be received no later than April 15 th. Please see your counselor with changes. As a reminder, the sooner a concern is addressed, the more likely that a suitable solution will be available for you.
COURSES THAT REQUIRE AUDITIONS (Choir, Band, Orchestra) Choose the desired course on your Schedule Request Sheet. Each student will then meet with the appropriate instructor for an audition. Auditions will be held in February and results will be shared with counselors.
COURSES THAT REQUIRE APPLICATIONS (Marketing, Teacher Academy, Mentorship, etc.) Each program has specific requirements. Applications will be available in Student Services and program departments. All applications are due by Friday, January 25 th at 3:00 PM. It is YOUR responsibility to complete the application and return it ON TIME. Because there is always a waiting list for these courses, there will be NO EXCEPTION to the deadline dates. Programs are highly competitive - be prepared with electives.
COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS College Credit Plus courses offer students the opportunity to simultaneously earn high school and college credit Courses may be offered at a variety of local colleges and universities (CSCC, OSU, Otterbein, etc.) Credits earned in CCP classes are transferable to any Ohio public college or university. Interested students should visit these college websites for more information
COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS THINGS TO KNOW You re responsible for your own transportation Classes are a first come first served basis Interested students must turn in an Intent to Participate by April 1 st, 2019 Students are responsible for applying and being accepted into the college program Test score requirements vary by college The grades you earn in these courses impact your college GPA and transcript
CAREER CENTER Pharmacy Tech Program Second Look Days: Jan. 16 th -Feb. 27 th Jan. 30 th -March 13 th Feb. 13 th Registration form may be found in Student Services and needs to be returned 3 days prior to the trip. Students interested in attending the DACC need to apply online as soon as possible. Priority deadline was January 4 th but they are still accepting applications.
NOTES Schedule 8 periods, don t include space for lunch OHSAA requires athletes to pass 5 courses (not including P.E.) Alternative courses in rank order MUST BE COMPLETED Review the Course Planning Guide 19-20 for prerequisites and requirements on the OHS website Check out the Elective Vendor Fair during lunches on Friday, January 11 th Summer Academy: information will be available on the website in March