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Scheduling Presentation Thursday, February 18th, 2016 For School Year 2016-2017 Collegiate Academy Graduation Requirements Language Arts Mathematics Social Studies Minimum Science 29 credits World Language Wellness/Fitness Computers Electives 4.5 credits 4 credits 4 credits 4 credits 3 credits 1.5 credits .5 credits 7.5 credits The Scheduling Process We base our master schedule on student requests. Because of this we cannot change schedules greatly at the start of next school year. Goals for Your Schedule Recent research shows that the single most important indicator of a student’s potential for success in college is the rigor of his/her high school coursework. 1. Challenge Yourself 2. Build a Schedule with Balance Advanced Placement Program Get a head start on college-level work Improve writing skills Sharpen problem-solving techniques Study subjects in greater depth and detail **Take classes both in and outside of your intended major Minimum of 3 AP Courses/College Courses Advanced Placement Classes 1. Studio Art 13. Human Geography 2. Art History 14. World History 3.Computer Science 15. U.S. History 4. English Language and Composition 16. Macroeconomics 5. English Literature and Composition 17. European History 6. Calculus AB 18. Psychology 7. Calculus BC 19. Government & Politics 8. Statistics 20. German Language 9. Biology 21. Spanish Language 10. Chemistry 22. Latin 11. Environmental Science 23. Music Theory- Not Offered Until 2017 12. Physics I and II • • • • • • AP Scholars Program Recognition for Excellence in AP Awards for students who score 3 or higher on 3 or more AP Exams National AP Scholar – 4 or higher on 8 or more exams & average of 4 on all exams taken AP Exam registration is due March 14 AP Capstone Program AP Seminar AP Research Introducing - AP Capstone is an innovative program that helps you stand out in the college admissions process by developing the critical skills needed to succeed in college and in your future career. Emphasizes Critical Skills Needed for College & Beyond Complements the in-depth subject-matter study in AP Two new courses—AP Seminar and AP Research—allow students to immerse themselves in topics that matter to them, while they develop the analytic, research, problem-solving, and communication skills that colleges seek in their applicants. The Pinnacle of Distinction – AP Capstone Diploma™ This challenging program helps students deepen their passion for learning, gives them greater confidence in your academic skills, and a broader perspective on their world. Students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research and on four additional AP Exams will receive the AP Capstone Diploma. Students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research will receive the AP Seminar and Research Certificate™ AP® Capstone Exam Fees • • The 2016-17 exam fees for AP Seminar and AP Research are $141 each. Students must pay for the AP Seminar and Research Exams Upon Registering for the capstone courses. Deadline, August 1st each year. • Assistance is available for eligible students with financial need: • The College Board offers exam fee reductions for eligible students with financial need. • A $39 reduction can be made for students who show financial need based on College Board Requirements. Only 1 Academic Enhancement may be scheduled for every 2 AP/Dual Enrollment Courses Maximum of one per semester. Students are limited to 2 art and 2 wellness classes per year. Required Courses 4 years of each Science Mathematics Social Studies Language Arts World Language (3 years) Science 4 credits Science Offerings • • • • • • Chemistry Human Biology Anatomy/Physiology Physics Organic Chemistry Principles of Engineering • • • • AP Chemistry AP Physics AP Biology AP Environmental Science • Freshwater and Marine Biology SOPHOMORES • Tenth grade students are required to take Chemistry. Students in the tenth grade with a strong interest in science might also want to consider taking two sciences this year. This could include Human Biology or Anatomy/Physiology. JUNIORS AND SENIORS • Eleventh and twelfth grade students have a wide variety of science offerings. • All students must have a minimum of 4 science credits for graduation. For the student who is looking to excel in the sciences: • For the student who has a strong interest in science and hopes to pursue a career in a science based profession, the science department has prepared a chart that lists our recommendations of not only what sciences to take before graduation, but also the progression that will best prepare students for the next level. Progression Chart • This planned progression provides an advantage to students who take Organic Chemistry prior to AP Chemistry; those that have had Anatomy and AP Chemistry also have a strong advantage in AP Biology. • These charts are available for you to pick up at the end of this presentation. Non-Science Majors • Students should select topics of greater interest to them, and there are many to choose from. • Research college websites for required high school science courses. Standardized Testing • ACT or SAT II considerations: • Be sure to check application requirements for highly selective universities that you may be considering. Many require an SAT II science or ACT exam for acceptance. Without taking the corresponding AP science class, taking these exams could be more difficult. Mathematics 4 credits Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra II Trig/Pre-Calculus College Algebra/Trig Algebra I Geometry and Algebra II Trig/Pre-Calculus AP Calculus BC College Algebra/Trig AP Calculus AB Statistics/ AP Statistics Geometry Algebra II Trig/ Pre-Calculus AP Calculus AB College Algebra/Trig Statistics/AP Statistics AP Calculus BC Social Studies 4 credits GOALS To provide our students with these essential skills: • • • • • • Think, speak, and write effectively Approach the future realistically and flexibly View the world geographically and interactively Study history analytically and insightfully Understand societies contextually & objectively Conduct their lives ethically and responsibly SENIORS • Twelfth grade students are required to take Government. • To fulfill this requirement, seniors are to choose either AP Government & Politics or Honors Government/Honors Economics SOCIAL STUDIES COURSES World Geography World History Modern American History AP Human Geography AP World History AP U.S. History AP Government and Politics AP European History Honors Government/Honors Economics SOCIAL STUDIES ELECTIVE COURSES (do not count toward the Social Studies requirement) AP Macroeconomics AP Psychology International Relations Sociology Language Arts 4.5 credits (with Research) 12th Grade Language Arts H 11th Grade Language Arts Honors AP English Lang & Composition AP Literature & Composition 10th Grade Language Arts Honors Dual Enrollment AP English Language and Compositon 9th Grade Language Arts Honors AP Literature & Composition 12th Grade Language Arts H Classic Literature AP Literature and Composition 12th Grade Language Arts H Dual Enrollment AP English Language and Composition AP Literature & Composition Dual Enrollment Dual Enrollment 12th Grade Language Arts H Language Arts • LA 10 • LA 11 • LA 12 • AP Language and Composition (gr.10-11) • AP Literature and Composition (gr. 11-12) • Classic Literature- for students who have taken both AP classes (gr. 12) Language Arts Electives • • • • Journalism Media Studies Yearbook Broadcast Journalism • News Magazine • Creative Writing • Women’s and African American Literature • SAT Prep Required Summer Reading Please check the Collegiate Academy website in May for individual class assignments. World Language 3 credits Language Offerings • • • • Spanish I, II, III, IV, AP German I, II, III, AP Mandarin I, II, III, IV Latin I, II, III, IV, AP Rosetta Stone • ½ credit online courses • Count as elective credits only- cannot replace World Language Requirements!! • Arabic • Japanese • French • Russian • Italian Wellness/Fitness 1.5 credits All students must take Wellness/Fitness I and II Wellness Department • Wellness I – 9th grade • Wellness II – 10th grade (summer or fall) Choose from the following to finish 1.5 credits of Wellness – Competitive Wellness (11th and 12th grade) – Sports Nutrition – Principles of Athletic Training – Project B-Fit – Personal Fitness – Modern, Jazz, or Hip Hop Dance Technology • • • • • • • • Advanced Computer Applications Intro to Programming Computer Aided Design Webpage Design AP Computer Science Media Production Desktop Publishing 3D Modeling Performing Arts CHORUS MUSIC • • • • Introduction to Band Wind Ensemble Jazz Band I & II Introduction to Orchestra • Orchestra THEATER • Theater I & II • Theater Production • • • • • Women’s Chorus Chamber Singers Vocal Jazz Advanced Voice Music Theory DANCE • Jazz & Modern • CADANCE Art 2 Dimensional • Art I • Art II • Art III • AP Studio Art • AP Art History • Art and Design • Photo/Digital Imaging • Video Editing 3 Dimensional • Ceramics I • Ceramics II • Advanced Ceramics • Ceramics Studio High School Dual Enrollment Program Gannon, Mercyhurst, Behrend The High School Dual Enrollment Program is an opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to enroll in college courses prior to graduating from high school. Admissions: • Admission criteria varies by college, but students should be in good academic standing. • Work with guidance counselor to avoid any conflicts with your regular schoolwork. • Upon acceptance you will be registered for your classes of choice, based upon availability. • Admissions as a High School Dual Enrollee does not constitute admission to a four-year degree program. Costs: Course (3 credit) Current Behrend $950.00 Mercyhurst $340.00 Gannon $300.00 Lab Fees may apply Text Books Payment: Payment is due upon registration for course(s) Check payable to the College or University Give to Ms. James Refunds are given based on College and University policies Continuing Enrollment Eligibility: 2.0 GPA in each class at college/university Complete School Authorization Form each semester Deadlines: Semester Applying for Apply by the end of Fall May Spring November Summer March/April Transfer credit info • Check out individual college website for transfer credit policy. • Also check http://www.patrac.org/ Scheduling Dual Enrollment Classes • You will meet with your guidance counselor in late August before classes begin to finalize your Collegiate schedule, accommodating your college class(es) as much as possible. • You and a parent/guardian will sign a Dual Enrollment Contract to ensure all expectations are known and followed. Gannon Accredited Scholars Program • This agreement stipulates that Gannon University will transfer advanced placement level coursework, completed concurrently, from Collegiate Academy, for those students wishing to enroll directly at Gannon University within 2 years of high school graduation. Receiving Credit • Students must complete all 4 years of honors or AP Courses as prescribed in the documents (available at the end of this presentation or on our website). • All courses must be completed at Collegiate Academy with a grade of B or better. • Articulation credits cannot transfer to other institutions. • Articulation credits will not be used when calculating Gannon GPA.