MIAMISBURG HIGH SCHOOL FRESHMAN SCHEDULING ORIENTATION

MIAMISBURG HIGH SCHOOL FRESHMAN SCHEDULING ORIENTATION

M.H.S. Counseling Staff Susan Stromp Counselor A-D Jodi Hall Counselor E-K Sandra Sweetnich Counselor L-R Melissa Risner Counselor S-Z Linda Giffen Secretary Barbara Hoffman Secretary

M.H.S. Bell Schedule * Note: 35 minute lunches will be scheduled during 4 th thru 8 th period Includes 5 minute passing periods

Required Credits For Graduation Class Of 2020 To earn a diploma a student must successfully complete 22 credits, meet requirements of the Ohio State Tests, and meet the following specific requirements: CORE CLASSES English / Language Arts 4 credits Mathematics 4 credits Math courses must be taken in grades 9-12 at MHS. Must include 1 credit of Algebra II, or the equivalent of Algebra II. Science 3 credits Must include 1 credit of Physical Sciences, 1 credit of Life Sciences, and 1 credit of advanced study. Social Studies 3 credits (includes 1 credit of U.S. Studies, 1 credit of American Government, and 1 credit of Social Studies 9).

Required Credits For Graduation Class Of 2020 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Health ½ credit Physical Education ½ credit Fine Arts 1 credit Electives 6 credits * * Must include: - One credit or 2-half credits in Business, Technology, Fine Arts, or World Language; - ½ credit in Family Consumer Sciences; - and ½ credit in Computers (recommended Computer Applications) NUMBER OF CREDITS REQUIRED TO GRADUATE = 22

Foreign Language Are you ready? Are you receiving a B or better in your English class? Why not transition to high school, and take foreign language in your Sophomore year? If you start foreign language as a Sophomore, you can still earn 3 credits of foreign language. Foreign Language IS NOT required for graduation.

The Minimum Core... For College Preparation In Ohio English... 4 credits Math... 4 credits Science... 3 credits (including biology, chemistry and/or physics) Social Studies... 4 credits Foreign Language... 3 credits The Arts... 1 credit * College Prep Level Classes * Testing: ACT and SAT

HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC HONORS DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS Students need to fulfill only 7 of the following 8 criteria SUBJECT AREA ENGLISH MATHEMATICS SCIENCE SOCIAL STUDIES FOREIGN LANGUAGE FINE ARTS GRADE POINT AVERAGE ACT / SAT Score [excluding scores from the writing sections] 4 units CRITERIA 4 units Including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II or equivalent and another higher level course or a four-year sequence of courses that contain equivalent content 4 units Including Physics and Chemistry 4 units 3 units Including at least 2 units in each language studied 1 unit 3.5 on a 4.0 scale ACT Score 27 SAT Score 1210 Diplomas with Honors requirements pre-suppose completion of all high school diploma requirements in Ohio Revised Code including: ½ unit Physical Education ½ unit Health ½ unit in American History ½ unit in Government Diploma With Honors Intensive Vocational or Technical Curriculum (MVCTC Students) Requirements are unique. If this will pertain to you, please see the Viking Voyage or talk with your counselor Ohio Department of Education 5/04/07

Ohio State Testing Requirements NEW GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS WILL TAKE EFFECT FOR THE CLASS OF 2018 and beyond Students will be required to take seven, end-of-course exams in: English 9, English 10, Algebra I, Geometry, Biology, American History, and American Government. Students can earn from 1-5 points for each exam, based on their performance. 5 = Advanced 2 = Basic 4 = Accelerated 1 = Limited 3 = Proficient Students must earn a total of eighteen graduation points from the seven, end-of-course exams to meet graduation requirements and be eligible for a diploma. A minimum of the following points must be earned in each subject area: English 4 points Math 4 points Science and Social Studies 6 points Students who earned high school credit in any of the above courses before July 1, 2014 will receive a score that corresponds to their final grade; in place of the end-of-course exam. A = 5 points D = 2 points B = 4 points Other = 1 point C = 3 points

Ohio State Testing Requirements Students may choose to retake an exam at any time during the designated testing windows. Students who have not earned the required number of graduation points, can still meet the requirements for a diploma if they earn a remediation free score on a national college admission test or earn an approved industry recognized credential. The Ohio Dept. of Education is currently in the process of selecting the college admissions test and industry credential assessment.

Important Information For Athletes Students who plan on participating in school sports should be aware of the Athletic Eligibility Requirements. See your coach for details. The grades you earn for the nine-weeks BEFORE your sport begins, will determine if you are eligible to participate in the upcoming sports season.

Eligibility For Athletes Division I or II college athletics Register at the end of your Sophomore year Website: www.eligibilitycenter.org ACT code for NCAA 9999 NAIA SCHOOLS Website: www.playnaia.org

NCAA CLEARINGHOUSE APPROVED CORE COURSES AT M.H.S.

All classes offered at MHS are described in this newspaper. Be sure to thoroughly read and consult your issue of the VIKING VOYAGE.

Student Registration Every student must be scheduled for a full day. Every student must list and prioritize courses; enough to equal 7 credits. If you select a P.E. class, credits will equal 6.75. These selections will be considered when resolving conflicts in scheduling your requests. Copies of your full-year schedule will be available in August. Students will receive their schedule on August 8, 2016 at the Freshman Orientation (more details to come in the spring from MMS). If you have a scheduling error, you will need to contact your counselor immediately.

Physical Education Options The State of Ohio requires ½ credit in Physical Education. Miamisburg High School offers the following options for completing the Physical Education graduation requirement. STUDENTS MAY CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES WAIVER CREDIT FLEX CREDIT P.E. 1 P.E. Waiver I P.E. Flex 1 P.E. 2 P.E. Waiver II P.E. Flex 2

Physical Education Waiver Miamisburg High School offers a Physical Education Waiver as an alternate way to satisfy the Physical Education graduation requirement. Students who participate in a Miamisburg High School Sanctioned Sport, Marching Band or Color Guard may request a Physical Education (P.E.) Waiver credit. Students will select pphysical Education Waiver I / pphysical Education Waiver II on their course selection sheets if they would like to complete a P.E. Waiver. DO NOT sign up for P.E. class on your scheduling sheet if you are completing a P.E. waiver.

Physical Education Flex Credit Miamisburg High School offers a Physical Education Flex Credit as an alternate way to satisfy the Physical Education graduation requirement. Students who participate in an activity or sport outside of MHS may apply. Students must submit an application for approval prior to beginning the activity. To read the requirements and fill out an application, please visit: http://miamisburgcityschools/mhs/guidance-news Examples of past activities have included: Dance, Rugby, Classes at a Recreation Center, etc.

Let s Schedule * See Handout

Let s Schedule... Required Courses Te a c he r OK S t ude nt R e que st C our se C ode Cour se Name Cr edit REQUIRED COURSES Check ONE box in each subject LANGUAGE ARTS M.D. MATHEMATICS C.S. 207 English 9 CP 1 209 English 9 Honors (teacher ok) 1 603 Algebra I (teacher ok) 1 596 Algebra I CP (teacher ok) 1 604 Algebra I Honors (teacher ok) 1 606 Geometry CP (teacher ok) 1 607 Geometry Honors (teacher ok) 1 HONORS CLASSES You should have already received your honors decisions. Please select the appropriate placement. SCIENCE E.C. 702 Physical World 1 705 Physical World Honors (teacher ok) 1 SOCIAL STUDIES J.T. 795 Social Studies 9 (t eacher recommendat 1 796 Social Studies 9 CP 1 798 Social Studies 9 Honors (t eacher ok 1 * See Handout

Let s Schedule... Recommended College Electives When selecting your Elective Classes, please number the selection by priority; ( 1 thru 10). COLLEGE PREP ELECTIVE COURSES WORLD LANGUAGE B.T. 454 French I (teacher ok) 1 455 French II CP (teacher ok) 1 459 French II Honors (teacher ok) 1 468 Spanish I (teacher ok) 1 469 Spanish II CP (t eacher ok) 1 472 Spanish II Honors (teacher ok) 1 * See Handout

Let s Schedule... Elective Courses P R I OR I TY ART C our se C ode C our se N a me C r e di t 7 130 Basic Art ½ 8 138 Ceramics I ½ 6 141 Introduction to Digital Art ½ BUSINESS ELECTIVE COURSES 170 Introduction to Business ½ 173 Keyboarding I (Teacher Recommendat ion ½ COMPUTERS 3 190 Computer Applications ½ P R I OR I TY MUSIC C our se C ode C our se N a me ELECTIVE COURSES (Cont.) C r e di t 660 Vocal Music 1st semester ½ 661 Vocal Music 2nd semester ½ 675 Music History ½ 676 Theory of Music I ½ 667 Concert Band 1 665 Guitar I ½ PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH 1 631 Physical Education I ¼ 5 632 Physical Education II ¼ 2 642 Health ½ LANGUAGE ARTS ELECTIVES 243 Journalism and Publications 1 4 251 Introduction to Television ½ FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES 9 492 Intro. Family/Consumer Sciences ½ INDUSTRIALTECHNOLOGY 530 CAD / Drafting ½ 10 542 Construction Systems I ½ * Indicates elective class which is required for graduation. * See Handout

Physical Education Waiver p I AM APPLYING FOR A P.E. WAIVER 1. Student must be in an MHS sanctioned Sport, Band or Color Guard. 2. Student must successfully complete 2 (two) seasons to receive this waiver. 3. List MHS activity or sport you plan to participate in during the 2016-17 school year. MHS Sport or Activity MHS Sport or Activity 638 p Physical Education Waiver I -0-639 p Physical Education Waiver II -0- * See Handout

Physical Education Flex Credit Students may apply for a Physical Education Flex Credit if they participate in a sport or activity outside of MHS that meets the requirements. To read the requirements and fill out an application, please visit: http//miamisburgcityschools.org/mhs/guidance-news NCAA Eligibility I am an athlete at M.H.S. Yes No Please note: NCAA eligibility is based on specific courses. Check with your counselor.

Sign Your Course Selection Sheet Course assignment is based on selection sheet. I understand that once I have submitted this, I cannot ask for changes unless I am academically misplaced. Sly Stallone Student Signature Date February 19, 2016 I have thoroughly reviewed the Freshman Course Selections with my student. I have also reviewed and signed the 4-year Educational Planner on the reverse side of this sheet. Changes will only be made if student is academically misplaced. Jackie Stallone Parent Signature Date February 19, 2016 * See Handout

Educational Planner EDUCATIONAL PLANNER - Individual Career Plan Name: Sly Stallone Circle Current Grade: 8 9 10 11 Date: February 16, 2016 This form will help you decide on the educational plan to help you reach your career goals. You will have the opportunity to review your educational plan annually and make any needed changes. A new Educational Planner sheet will be provided to you at that time. Extracurricular experiences and activites to support my career goals: I love to box and workout. I like attending movies. Approval: I have seen and agree to this Educational Plan. Sly Stallone Feb. 16, 2016 Student Signature Date My education plans after high school: Acting and directing. Frank Stallone, Sr. Parent or Guardian Signature Feb. 16, 2016 Date Counselor or Teacher Signature Date Graduation 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade Requirements SUBJECT CREDIT SUBJECT CREDIT SUBJECT CREDIT SUBJECT CREDIT SUBJECT CREDIT English 4.0 English [Eng 9 Honors 1.0 English [English 10 Honors 1.0 English [English 11 CP] 1.0 English [AP English 12] 1.0 Math 4.0 Math [Algebra I CP] 1.0 Math [Geometry CP] 1.0 Math [Algebra II CP ] 1.0 Math [Statistics] 1.0 Science 3.0 Physical World 1.0 Biology [Biology Honors] 1.0 Science [Chemistry] 1.0 French IV Honors 1.0 Social Studies 3.0 Social Studies [Honors 1.0 U.S. History [AP US History 1.0 Health.5 French I 1.0 Family and Consumer Sciences American Government [CP] 1.0 Physics 1.0.5 French III Honors 1.0 Exercise Science T.P. II 2.0 Physical Education.5 P.E. I.25 French II CP 1.0 Exercise Science T.P. I 2.0 French IV Honors 1.0 Fine Arts 1.0 Health 0.5 Vocal Music (1st semester) 0.5 History & Film 0.5 Electives (must include): Comp. App. 0.5 Wind Symphony 0.25 Entrepreneurship 0.5 Career Exploration (.5 6.0 cr.) Guitar I.5 Intro. to TV 0.5 P.E. Waiver Computers (.5 cr.) Guitar II.5 TOTAL MHS REQUIRED 22.0 6.75 6.5 7.0 8.0 6.75 13.25 20.25 28.25 *See Handout

YOUR COURSE SELECTION IS COMPLETE! NAME: Sly Stallone ID# 186009 Return your completed course selection sheet to your Team Teachers. Deadline: Friday, February 19, 2016.

Weighted Grades Grades, point equivalents, and numeric averages: Letter Grade GPA Regular GPA Honors GPA AP A 4.00 4.40 4.80 A- 3.80 4.18 4.56 B+ 3.20 3.52 3.84 B 3.00 3.30 3.60 B- 2.80 3.08 3.36 C+ 2.20 2.42 2.64 C 2.00 2.20 2.40 C- 1.80 1.98 2.16 D+ 1.20 1.32 1.44 D 1.00 1.10 1.20 D- 0.80 0.88 0.96 F 0.00 0.00 0.00

HONORS CLASSES Be aware that... If you are selected for an Honors and/or an AP Class, and choose to take the course, you MAY NOT CHANGE YOUR MIND and drop the class.

College Credit Plus College Credit Plus is available to students in grades 7 12 who meet the appropriate criteria. If you are interested, please see your counselor for a form that must be turned in with your course selection sheet.

College Credit Plus - Classes at M.H.S. COURSE # COURSE NAME COLLEGE ENG1101 ENGLISH COMPOSITION I SINCLAIR ENG 1201 ENGLISH COMPOSTION II SINCLAIR HIS1111 WESTERN CIVILIZATION I SINCLAIR HUM1125 INTRODUCTION TO HUMANITIES SINCLAIR CIS1107 INTRODUCTION TO OPERATING SYSTEMS SINCLAIR COM2211 EFFECTIVE PUBLIC SPEAKING SINCLAIR COM2206 INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION SINCLAIR MTH1280 COLLEGE ALGEBRA WRIGHT STATE MTH1350 ANALYTIC GEOMETRY AND TRIGONOMETRY WRIGHT STATE EGR1010 INTRO MATHEMATICS FOR ENGINEERING WRIGHT STATE MUS1010 THEORY OF MUSIC I WRIGHT STATE

College Credit Plus Eligibility To Participate Sinclair Community College English and Social Studies Requirements: Completion of two units of College Prep English with minimum of a B average and the high school s recommendation... OR An ACT score of 18 in English or SAT score > 430 in English... OR Score college-ready on Sinclair s ACCUPLACER placement test in English Math and Science Requirements: Completion of Algebra II with minimum of a B average and the high school s recommendation... OR An ACT score of 22 in Math or SAT score > 520 in Math... OR Score college-ready on Sinclair s ACCUPLACER placement test in Math

College Credit Plus Eligibility To Participate Sinclair Community College SIGN UP FOR SINCLAIR S ACCUPLACER PLACEMENT TEST THIS TEST WILL BE GIVEN AT MHS AFTER SCHOOL ON FEBRUARY 24 OR FEBRUARY 25, 2016 (You only need to sign up for 1 date)

College Credit Plus Eligibility To Participate Wright State University College-level placement scores as established by the University For more information go to: www.wright.edu/undergraduate- admissions/college-creditplus/enrollment-process#tab=step-2- placement-test Satisfaction of all prerequisites for any selected course SIGN UP FOR ALEKS MATH PLACEMENT TEST MARCH 8, 2016 ALEKS WRITING PLACEMENT TEST FEBRUARY 29, 2016 THESE TESTS WILL BE GIVEN AT MHS AFTER SCHOOL

Grades and Grading Grading periods are nine weeks in length. Grade cards are printed at the end of each semester. First and third 9-weeks grade cards are not printed. Students and parents may monitor up-to-date student progress and classroom assignments online; using the Progress Book grade reporting system. Log in to: https://gb.mdeca.org/parentaccess/ or follow the Progress Book/Grade Book link found on the Miamisburg City Schools webpage at: http://www.miamisburgcityschools.org.

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People Don t Plan to Fail... They Fail To Plan! Thoughtful choices in planning your schedule will assure your success in classes next year!