Transcript 2009 Course Selection Presentation

Park View High School
Counseling Department
Course Selection
Presentation
2012-2013 School Year
Agenda
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School Counseling Department
Program of Studies information
Diploma types and requirements
Course progressions
Electives
Special programs
Course selection schedule
Questions
PVHS School Counseling
Department
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Director:
Anthony Bauer
9th Grade Counselor
Stephanie Talboo
10th Grade Counselor
Cynthia Fillman
11th/12th Grade Counselor
Christine Meehan
11th/12th Grade Counselor
Mike Isner
ELL Counselor
Megan Ruffing
Career Center Coordinator
Angela Hatcher
Phone: (571)434-4507
Why would a student need to see
their counselor?
If you have:
• Academic questions or concerns
• Personal/Social questions or
concerns
• Career questions or concerns
Program of Studies (POS)
• Available online to parents and students
http://www.loudoun.k12.va.us/site/default.aspx?
PageID=1
• Loudoun County Public School’s General
Information, p. 1
• Promotion and Credit Information, p. 2
• Graduation Requirements, p. 3-6
• Grade Point Average and Class Rank, p. 7
• State of VA’s Career Clusters, p. 13
• Course Descriptions, p. 16-60
• Index of Course Offerings, p. 61-66
Promotion & Credit Information
A student must have earned a certain number of
credits in order to be promoted to the next
grade
– Grade 10 – 5 credits
– Grade 11 – 11 credits
– Grade 12 – student must be scheduled to meet all
graduation requirements by June of the school
year.
Standard Credit vs. Verified Credit
• A standard unit of credit is earned by passing a yearlong course.
• A verified unit of credit is earned by passing a course
and its related end-of-course Standards of Learning
(SOL) test.
*Students may retake SOL tests as often as necessary (up to 3 times a year)
to earn the verified unit of credits needed for graduation.
What if a student passes the course,
but fails the test?
The student will remediate and retake the exam.
What if a student fails the course, but
passes the test?
The student will retake the class, but will not be
required to retake the exam.
Diploma Types
On pages 3-6 of the Program of Studies are the different
diploma types
• Standard or Technical Standard Diploma
– 22 standard credits
– 6 verified credits
• Advanced Studies or Advanced Technical Diploma
– 24 or 26 standard credits
– 9 verified credits
The date you entered 9th Grade will determine the
specific requirements for your diploma
Required Core Course
Progressions
English Progression—page 19:
• Grade 9: English 9 (Honors or Academic)
• Grade 10: English 10 (Honors or Academic)
• Grade 11: English 11 (Honors or Academic)
• Grade 12: English 12 Academic, AP English
Literature, or AP English Language
English SOL Test:
1. English Reading, Literature, and Research
2. English Writing
Both are administered in English 11
English Electives,
page 20
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Creative Writing (.5 credit)
Fundamentals of Writing (.5 credit)
Etymology (.5 credit)
21st Century Literacy Strategies
Theater Arts (I – IV)
Journalism
Newspaper Journalism (I – III)
Photojournalism (I – III)
Math Progression, page 33:
Please note the “pre-requisites”
–a set of classes or skills you need before taking
the next math class.
Talk to your math teacher for suggestions.
Math SOL Tests:
1. Algebra I
2. Geometry
3. Algebra II
Science Progression, page 40:
• Grade 9: Earth Science (Honors or Academic)
• Grade 10: Biology (Honors or Academic)
• Grade 11 and 12:
– Environmental Explorations
– Chemistry
– Conceptual Physics
– Physics
– AP Biology
– AP Physics (no AP Chemistry in 2012-13)
Science SOL Tests:
1. Earth Science
2. Biology
3. Chemistry
Social Science and Global Studies
Progression, page 43:
• Grade 9:
– World History/Geography to 1500 (Academic)
– Pre-AP World History/Geography to 1500
• Grade 10:
– World History/Geography 1500 to Present
– AP World History/Geography
• Grade 11:
– US/Virginia History (Academic)
– AP United States History
• Grade 12:
– US/Virginia Government Academic
– AP US/Comparative Government
Social Science and Global
Studies SOL Tests:
1. World History/Geography to
1500
2. World History/Geography
1500 to present
3. U.S. History
Social Sciences & Global Studies
Electives, page 45
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Survey of African History (dual enrollment)
AP Economics-Micro and Macro
Global Social Issues (.5 credit)
AP Human Geography
Modern International Relations (.5 credit)
AP Psychology
The World of Ideas (.5 credit)
World Religions (.5 credit)
Health and Physical Education,
page 27:
• Grade 9: Health/PE 9
– Classroom portion focuses on health, CPR, and
first aid
• Grade 10: Health/PE 10 (Driver’s Education)
– Classroom portion focuses on Driver’s Education
and health
• Grade 11/12: Advanced PE
– Focused on design and implementation of
personal fitness portfolio
World Languages & Cultures,
page 28
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American Sign Language
French
German
Latin
Mandarin Chinese
Spanish
Spanish for Fluent Speakers
Fine/Practical Arts Electives:
• Courses In:
–Art
–Music
–Theater Arts
–Journalism
–Business and Information Technology
–Family and Consumer Sciences
–Marketing Education
–Technology Education
Advanced Placement Classes:
• Advanced Placement (AP) classes are challenging
college-level courses that 10th, 11th, and 12th
grade students may take while in high school.
• Anyone who meets the prerequisites and is
willing to do the work can enroll in an AP course.
• AP classes are weighted by 1.0 and are
designated as AP courses on student transcripts
as long as students take the AP end of course
exam.
What are the advantages of taking AP
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Develop intellectually
College preparation
College admissions
May earn college credit or advanced
standing at many of the nation’s colleges
and universities.
• Weighted grade
AP course Subjects
• English Language &
Composition
• English Literature &
Composition
• Calculus AB
• Calculus BC
• Statistics
• Computer Science
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Physics
• World History
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US History
US/Comparative Government
Economics, Micro and Macro
Human Geography
Psychology
French
German
Latin
Spanish
Music Theory
Studio Art
AP Parent Night – March 1, 2012
6:30pm
Monroe Technology Center,
page 53
• Students can obtain industry-level certification
and/or licensure through MTC programs
• Students earn 3 credits for classes taken at
MTC
• Classes at MTC are available to 10, 11, and
12th grade students
• Applications due the student’s guidance
counselor by March 23, 2012
Monroe Technology Center Programs
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Administration of Justice
Advanced Networking/ Network
Administration
Auto Collision Repair
Auto Servicing Technology
Biotechnology
Building Construction
Computer & Digital Animation
Computer Integrated Engineering
and Design
Computer Systems Technology
Cosmetology
Culinary Arts
Emergency Medical Technician
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Environmental Plant Sciences
Firefighter
Graphic Communications
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Intro to Health & Medical Sciences
Medical Laboratory Technology
Masonry
Nail Design Technology
Pharmacy Technology
Practical Nursing
Radiology Technology
Television Production
Veterinary Science
Welding
MTC Open House – February 8, 2012
6:30pm
What is CAMPUS?
College Achievement: A Minority Program for Unique
Students is an academic and college preparation designed
to meet the specific needs of minority and first
generation college students in Loudoun County.
CAMPUS supports students through:
• Academic enrichment and support
• Development of self advocacy skills
• Mentorship opportunities
• College and Scholarship preparation
• Careful course selection
Applications can be obtained from your school counselor.
AVID: Advancement Via Individualized
Determination
• A credit bearing elective offered at PVHS 9th-12th Grades
• What is AVID?
– AVID is an in-school credit-bearing academic support program
that prepares students for college eligibility and success.
– AVID places academically average students in advanced classes.
– AVID benefits all students, but especially aims to identify and
assist students without a college-going tradition in their
families.
– This program requires an application process … see your
counselor for more details.
NJROTC
Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps
Only offered at Loudoun County High School
• NJROTC-Federal program sponsored by the
United States Armed Forces.
• Students will have to transfer to LCHS via special
permission to participate in this program.
• All grade levels can apply.
• Talk to your counselor
Want to Play Sports?
•www.vhsl.org
•www.ncaa.org
So what happens next?
 Students will meet in groups with counselors to begin
selecting courses for next year (January 30 – February 10)
 Teachers will make recommendations based on first semester
grades
 Students will meet with counselors individually to go over
their academic plans and course selections
(February 21 – April 27)
 AP Night for Parents and Students in PVHS Auditorium
(March 1 – 6:30pm)
 Course selections mailed home to parents for approval
(April 30)
 Changes to course selections can be made with student’s
counselor until June 29, 2012
QUESTIONS?