Academic Opportunities atClover High School

Transition to High SchoolClassroom Sessions with

CounselorPre-IGP (Individual Graduation

Plan) meetingsAcademic Opportunities: Parent

and Student Meeting8th grade tours of CHSApril 20th – IGP DAY!!Summer RegistrationOpen House in August

Tonight’s AgendaGraduation RequirementsTypical ScheduleMix of Courses

◦ Academics◦ Electives and Career Clusters

ScholarshipsGPA and SC UGS GPARegistration TimelineStudent Panel

Minimal Course RequirementsHigh School Graduation and Two Year College Four Year College

English 4 units 4 units

Math 4 units 4 units (Algebra 1, 2, Geometry, Higher Level)

Science 3 units 3 units (3 Lab Science in two different fields)

Social Studies 3 units (1 US History, .5 Gov., .5 Economics)

3 units (1 US History, .5 Gov., .5 Economics)

Computer Science 1 total unit 1 total unit

PE or ROTC 1 unit 1 unit

Health .5 unit .5 unit

World Language 1 unit of W. Language OR 1 unit of a CATE class

2 or 3 units

CATE None required

Fine Arts None required 1 unit for SC Public Colleges

Electives Minimum of 24 total units

Minimum of 24 total units

Overview of the Schedule4 X 4 Schedule 8 classes per year4 each day Typical 9th grade scheduleNotice the mix of academics and

electives Fall (August – January) Spring (January – June)

English 1 Algebra 1

Physical Science PE or ROTC

World History French 1

Computer Applications Family and Consumer Sciences

Mix of courses each yearCore Academics English, math, science, social studies

and world language Different levels available in each area. 9th grade levels determined by:

Test Scores (PASS and MAP), Grades, EOC, Teacher Recommendation

10- 12 grade levels determined primarily by:Grade earned in previous course

9th gradeAcademics levels will be recommended by

the middle schools.

Tech Prep – High School Graduation and Two Year College (ex: Math Tech 1)

CP – Two or Four Year College (Alg. 1 CP)Honors – Four Year College (Geometry H)GT – Two classes (World Geo and History)

High School Credit for Middle School ClassesStudents must earn an 85 (3.0)

or above84 and below

◦Retake with no penalty◦Benefits to retaking

Greater mastery of material Protects high school GPA (more on this

soon)

Can request a waiver from the principal if your grade is between an 80 and 84

10th-12th gradeAcademic LevelsTech Prep, CP and Honors in most

subjectsLevel is based on performance in

previous class. Example: 85 - 100 in English 1 CP then in 10th grade you could choose English 2 H

College Credit Opportunities

College Credit Courses

AP (Advanced Placement)

•Free•3 hour standardized exam determines credit•Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Human Geography, US History, Calculus, Statistics, English Literature, English Language, French, Spanish

Dual Credit (Enrolled in two

schools)•Cost to the Student•Taught by a CHS teacher on our campus•English 101, English 102, Psychology, Western Civilization

Middle College

•Free•Students actually attend York Tech•Almost any course available during the school day is open for our students based on the student’s goals.

i-SchoolOptions for students to take a class

virtually (on the computer)Classes can be taken on our campus or

from homeClasses can be used for initial credit or

credit recovery (student earned 60 – 69)Students are permitted to take a total of

3 i-school classes per school year and 2 over the summer.

South Carolina Virtual School .

CSD Homepage SC Department of Education

Virtual School

ElectivesWe have a large variety of electives!

These are organized by career clusters and majors.

Students can choose from a certain number of electives. Many count towards graduation requirements (PE, health, computer science). Others are based on interest (art, music, agricultural science, engineering)

Most elective classes run in a sequence, so students should plan ahead. (ex: Auto Tech 1, 2, then 3)

Career ClustersTips to keep in mind:

1. College major is different than high school major. They do not have to match!

2. Students declare a cluster in 8th grade and a major in 10th grade.

3. Students can change their cluster and major each year.4. The choice of a major does not impact graduation. The

requirements are the same.5. You can choose a major to try something new in high

school OR take a major to help prepare for a career.Automotive Technology ITT Technical to major in diesel engine

repair

Automotive Technology Attend USC to major in Business Management

Arts and Humanities School of Business Management &

Information Systems

School of Math, Science, Engineering & Industrial

Technologies

School of Health & Human Services

Arts, A/V Technology and Communication Cluster

• Advanced Studies (English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies)

• Audio/Video Production• Journalism &

Broadcasting• Liberal Arts• Performing Arts• Visual Arts• World Language

Education Cluster• Teaching & Training

Business Management & Administration Cluster

• Business Information Management• General Management• Operations Management

Finance Cluster• Accounting

Hospitality & Tourism Cluster• Culinary Arts• Hospitality Management

and Operations

Information Technology Cluster• Programming & Software

Development• Networking• Web and Digital

Communications

Marketing, Sales, & Service Cluster

• Marketing Communications

Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources Cluster

• Plant & Animal Systems

Architecture & Construction Cluster

• Architectural Design• Building Construction

Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics Cluster

• Automotive Technology

Science Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics

Cluster

• Mathematics• (NEW) Mechatronics• Pre-engineering &

Technology• Science

Government• National Security• Foreign Service

Health Science Cluster• Health & Personal

Fitness• Nursing & Pre-medicine• Sports Medicine

Human Services Cluster• Family & Community

Services

Programs of Study (page 4)

NEW COURSE for 2013

High School 101—1/2 Unit-- This course is designed to provide ninth grade students with the skills necessary to become independent learners and active members of their high school. The course will focus on the transition from the middle school environment to the high school. Topics to be discussed include: study skills, note-taking, organizing for learning, time management, teamwork, goal setting, decision-making, and career and financial planning. This course can be paired with Mechanics of Writing or Street Law.  

ScholarshipsHow does GPA impact Scholarships?LIFE Two year college ALL

Tuition◦ 3.0 SC GPA

LIFE Four year college $5000◦ 3.0 SC GPA◦ Top 30% of senior class◦ 1100 SAT or 24 ACT◦ Must meet 2 out of the 3 above criteria

Palmetto Fellows Four year college $6700◦ 3.5 SC GPA◦ Top 6% of the sophomore, junior or senior class◦ 1200 SAT or 27 ACT OR◦ 4.0 GPA and 1400 SAT or 32 ACT

SC UGS: Uniform Grading Scale Weighted Formula

Average Grade CP Honors AP/IB/DC100 A 4.875 5.375 5.87599 A 4.750 5.250 5.75098 A 4.625 5.125 5.62597 A 4.500 5.000 5.50096 A 4.375 4.875 5.37595 A 4.250 4.750 5.25094 A 4.125 4.625 5.12593 A 4.000 4.500 5.00092 B 3.875 4.375 4.87591 B 3.750 4.250 4.75090 B 3.625 4.125 4.62589 B 3.500 4.000 4.50088 B 3.375 3.875 4.37587 B 3.250 3.750 4.25086 B 3.125 3.625 4.12585 B 3.000 3.500 4.00084 C 2.875 3.375 3.87583 C 2.750 3.250 3.75082 C 2.625 3.125 3.62581 C 2.500 3.000 3.50080 C 2.375 2.875 3.37579 C 2.250 2.750 3.25078 C 2.125 2.625 3.12577 C 2.000 2.500 3.00076 D 1.875 2.375 2.87575 D 1.750 2.250 2.75074 D 1.625 2.125 2.62573 D 1.500 2.000 2.50072 D 1.375 1.875 2.37571 D 1.250 1.750 2.25070 D 1.125 1.625 2.12569 F 1.000 1.500 2.00068 F 0.875 1.375 1.87567 F 0.750 1.250 1.75066 F 0.625 1.125 1.62565 F 0.500 1.000 1.50064 F 0.375 0.875 1.37563 F 0.250 0.750 1.25062 F 0.125 0.625 1.125

GPA & rank in class are pulled from numeric grades

Sample 9th grade GPACourse Grade 4.0 GPA SC UGS GPA

English 1 CP 95 4.0 4.25

Geometry H 95 4.0 4.75

Physical Science H

92 3.0 4.375

World Geography CP

92 3.0 3.875

French 1 90 3.0 3.625

Intro to Manufacturing

85 3.0 3.0

Image Editing

78 2.0 2.215

PE 1 74 1.0 1.625

23 / 8 = 2.875

27.705 / 8 = 3.46

Tips to knowOn the SC UGS Scale:

◦Every class counts◦Every point counts (95 is higher than

a 93)◦You will see a few GPA’s as high as

5.0◦SC GPA range typically is:◦Top 6 % = 4.7 to a 5.2◦Top 10 % = 4.5 and up◦Top 30 % = 3.8 and up◦Top 50 % = 3.3 and up

Registration TimelineApril 20 IGP Saturday at CHS June 3 – June 14 Waiver

Conferences with Middle School Principals as needed

August 1 Summer Registration for 9th

◦9 am – 1 pm AND 3 pm – 7 pm◦Students will receive their schedule

August 5 Make-up Registration◦9 am – 1 pm AND 3 pm – 7 pm

August 15 NGA Meet the Teacher Night

August 21 First Day of School

Final Comments for Understanding the High School Academics1. Attend evening parent meetings2. Attend the IGP conferences once a

year with the school counselor3. Understand graduation requirements

and college entrance requirements4. Encourage good attendance5. Be very thoughtful when choosing

your child’s schedule6. Enjoy these years! Age of

Opportunity

CHS Student Panel

Thank you!Questions

Contact your School Counselor with any additional questions or comments.

Clover Middle: 810-8300Oakridge Middle: 631-8000CHS Counseling Center: 810-8211