Class of 2021 HIGH SCHOOL PLANNING

Class of 2021 HIGH SCHOOL PLANNING

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

CORE 40 CORE 40 WITH ACADEMIC HONORS 8 credits of English 6 credits of Math: one math or QR course each year, including Alg I, Geometry, and Alg II 6 Science credits, to include Bio I, and either Chem I, ICP, or Physics. 6 Social Studies credits, including US History, World History, Government and Economics. TOTAL = 40 CREDITS 8 credits of English 8 credits of Math must have a math or QR reasoning all 4 years of high school 6 Science credits, to include Bio I and Chem I, ICP, or Physics. 6 Social Studies credits, including US History, World History, Government and Economics 3 years of one foreign language, or 2 years each of 2 languages. 2 Fine Arts credits Music, Art, Theatre Arts or Student Publications Earn 6 verifiable transcripted college credits, 4 AP credits, or a combination of the two TOTAL = 47 CREDITS COMPARISON

IHSAA AND NCAA REQUIREMENTS IHSAA: For high school athletic participation, you must have 5 passing classes. NAIA: http://www.playnaia.org/ NCAA: https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/ Check CoreCourseGPA.com to make sure you know how to stay eligible for collegiate sports!

HONORS INTERDISCIPLINARY OR REGULAR? LANGUAGE ARTS & U.S. HISTORY Students who are diligent about completing/turning in homework are likely to be successful in English 9 Honors ID. Must be earning A or high B in current class If your student signs up for English 9 Honors ID, they will be co-enrolled in U.S. History Honors ID. These classes will focus on content specific literacy and writing skills.

HONORS OR REGULAR? STUDENTS WITH ALGEBRA AND BIOLOGY IN 8 TH GRADE Your next math course is Geometry Honors. (based on success in Algebra I and teacher recommendation) It is not recommended to take both Geometry and Algebra II in your 9 th grade year Science course selections include: Chemistry I, Chemistry I Honors, and/or Principles of Biomedical Science depending on performance in Algebra I

DO I TAKE THE RIGOROUS CLASS AND RISK A LOWER GRADE OR TAKE THE EASIER CLASS AND ENSURE A GOOD GRADE? Freshman year is a huge transition, even for strong students. Consider time commitments Focus on strengths/interests Consider teacher recommendations Take an honest look at past performance If an A/B is likely in the rigorous course, go for it with a positive attitude & work hard! You do NOT have to take every honors class in order to complete an honors diploma.

MHS CURRICULUM GUIDE 2017-2018 MHS Curriculum Guide: www.mooresvilleschools.org/guidance/scheduling Please read course descriptions when selecting courses Prerequisites, length of course, grade level and cost Opportunities for Dual Credit and AP courses are marked in course manual All Elective PE courses are co-ed Sports Physical required for Elective PE Adv. Physical Conditioning (APC) Water Fitness is prerequisite for Lifeguarding (must be 15 to take LG) Students are eligible to take one Study Hall per semester. Please include this in your course requests in Skyward

MHS CURRICULUM GUIDE (CONT.) Please Note Course Description Length of Course Grade Level Estimated Cost Prerequisites

FRESHMAN ELECTIVE OPTIONS Agricultural Education Introduction to Agriculture Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business Prep for College & Careers Principles of Business Management Career-Based Education Introduction to Engineering & Design/PLTW Computers in Design & Production Introduction to Construction Family & Consumer Sciences Introduction to Culinary Hospitality Interpersonal Relationships Foreign Language Spanish I Health & P.E. Elective PE Language Arts Science Speech Advanced Speech Journalism Performing Arts Visual Arts Principles of Biomedical Sciences/PLTW Band Choir Orchestra Theatre Arts Advanced Theatre Arts Introduction to 2D Art Introduction to 3D Art Photography 2nd semester options

THE WAY THINGS WORK One semester class = 1 credit. Yearlong classes earn 2 credits total. 7 periods per day x 2 semesters = 14 credits per school year that can be earned during the day. Minimum number of credits for a diploma is 40. The more prestigious honors diploma requires more, with a minimum of 47. There is time in the day to complete 56 credits over 4 years.

AREA 31 CAREER CENTER (11 TH & 12 TH ) http://www.wayne.k12.in.us/area31/ Apply spring of 10 th grade year Attendance, discipline, & credits Most programs offer dual credit & lead to a Technical Honors Diploma Presentations coming up in February!

COURSE REQUESTS Counselors will work with you today to complete your course request sheet. (1/27) Please make sure you review and sign the form with your parents. Students will enter requests into Skyward on February 2 nd and you may make online adjustments until February 15 th at 5 p.m. There are no changes to requests after May 1 st. This includes changes to the second semester.

Ashley Student

Ashley Student Journalist Therapist English 9 1002A Algebra 1 2520A Biology 3024A US History 1542A English 9 1002B Algebra 1 2520B Biology 3024B US History 1542B

Ashley Student Journalist Teacher English 9 1002A Algebra 1 2520A Biology 3024A US History 1542A Foreign language? Arts Program? Phys Ed/Health? English 9 1002B Algebra 1 2520B Biology 3024B US History 1542B Fill in with electives!

ONLINE SCHEDULING

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? We use student requests to generate the master schedule. Counselors will meet with students individually to finalize course requests. This spring, changes to requests made after you meet with your counselor will be on a space available basis until the end of the school year. Requests for a particular teacher or lunch period cannot be accommodated. Finalized schedules will be available at the start of the next school year.

MAKE HIGH SCHOOL COUNT! Grades GPA & class rank Get community service and volunteer experience Get involved in clubs/extracurricular activities https://www.mooresvilleschools.org/schools/mhs/clubs-and-activities Have a career/college action plan

CYBER PROFILE What s on your student s Social Media? Pictures Status postings Links Cyber profiles on the internet are potentially available to anyone to view College admission offices and future employers can Google applicants

QUESTIONS? Mrs. Mitchel A-Fe michelle.mitchel@mooresvilleschools.org Mrs. Colbert Fi-Mc amy.colbert@mooresvilleschools.org Mrs. Iams Me-Te sarah.iams@mooresvilleschools.org Mrs. Owens Th-Z christen.owens@mooresvilleschools.org