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December 2015

Dear Families and Students of Duluth Public Schools:

The Duluth Public Schools are proud to offer the area’s most diverse learning choices, including honors, college level, and career and technical education courses. We strive to afford all students the opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills as they prepare for a post-secondary education setting or to enter the work force after graduation.

The registration process is an extremely important part of planning for the future. Please review the information regarding entrance requirements for colleges, universities, National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), vocational and other training programs as they may influence your course selection. The goal should be to keep as many opportunities as possible within reach!

Once student course requests have been gathered and tabulated, this information will be used to determine the final course offerings. We appreciate your thoughtful consideration with regard to course selection, as those choices dictate the course offerings we provide.

Thank you for your patience and support as we work through registration. Please know that we will do our utmost to ensure that the best interests of students are at the forefront of any decisions made. Please feel free to contact your counselor with any questions after you have had an opportunity to review this information.

Sincerely,

Dr. Michael Cary Director of Curriculum and Instruction

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Minimum Graduation Requirements ………………………………………………….... 3

Procedures for Online Registration……………………………………………………… Policy Regarding All Classes …………………………………………..……………….

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Four Year Graduation Plan ………………………………………………..……………. 7

Mathematics Flowchart ……………………………………………………...…………. 8

Science Flowchart ………………………………………………………………………. 9

College Credit Options …………………………………………………………………. 10

College in the Schools and PSEO………………………………………………………. 11

College in the Schools Classes …………………………………………………………. 15

College Articulation-Tech Prep ………………………………………………………... 16

High School Standardized Assessments……………………………………………….... 17

NCAA …………………………………………………………………………………... 18

Registration Worksheet…………………………………………………………………. 22

2016-2017 Course Listings……………………………………………………………... 23

Commitment Agreement ……………………………………………………………….. 25

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MINIMUM GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOUR YEAR GRADUATION PLAN

GRADUATING YEAR TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED CREDITS ELECTIVE CREDITS 2016-2017 22.00 15.5 6.50 2017-2018 22.25 15.5 6.75 2019 AND BEYOND 22.50 15.5 7.00 CREDIT

SUBJECT

1.0 Arts-Visual, Media, Arts, or Music* 4.0 English-Language Arts* 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0

English 9** English 10** English 11** English Electives

.5 Health* 3.0 Mathematics* 1.0

1.0 1.0

Intermediate Algebra (Students who complete Intermediate Algebra in 8th grade must take one additional math credit to graduate.) Geometry 9 or Geometry Algebra 2 or Algebra 2 Concepts

.5 Physical Education* 3.0 Science* 1.0 1.0 1.0

Physical Science 9/Earth Science 9 Integrated Biology** Chemistry, Physics, or Aerospace**

3.5 Social Studies* .5

1.0 1.0 .5 .5

Civics in Global Society American History 10** World History or International Studies (Grade 11)** Economics (Grade 11 or 12)** Government (Grade 12)**

Electives (Please refer to table above for required credits for graduation year.) Credits required to Graduate (Please refer to table above for required credits for your

graduation year.) *Required by Minnesota Department of Education

**See catalog for available options: Honors/AP/CITS

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS TO MEET GRADUATION CREDIT REQUIREMENTS

Course Credit Journalism - English Elective or General Elective Computer Graphics - Media Arts Advanced Computer Graphics - Media Arts Graphic Arts/Digital Design 1, 2, 3 Imaging - Media Arts Marketing 1 and 2 - Economics

1.0 .5

1.0 1.0 .5

In addition to specific credit requirements, Minnesota students graduating in 2017 and beyond must also be provided the opportunity to participate in a district-provided college entrance exam in grade 11 or grade 12. There are no additional assessment requirements to earn a diploma in Minnesota.

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PROCEDURES FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR

➔ TO ADD CLASSES:

1. Log into the Infinite Campus Student/Parent Portal. 2. Read any district or school notices. 3. On the left click on Registration. 4. Click on Course Search. 5. Two boxes appear – Type in the Course Name or the Course Number; hit the Go button. 6. A list of courses that match your entry appears on the right. Click on the exact one that you want and then

hit the Request this Course button.

This process must be repeated for each course and for each semester. All courses should be entered under Requested Courses. Repeat this process until you have a total of 28 requested units. This will give you a full schedule. Zero Hour: Students selecting a zero hour class will have additional units, with 32 units being the maximum allowed. Zero hour is only optional for students in grade 10, 11, and 12. Study Halls: Students must also enter study halls into the requests in order for them to be scheduled. Alternate Courses: Please enter at least two alternate courses in the event your first choices cannot be scheduled.

➔ TO REMOVE A COURSE FROM LIST OF REQUESTED COURSES: Highlight the course to be dropped.

A box will appear to the right “Drop this Course” click on it and the course will disappear from your list. ➔ TO PRINT WHEN FINISHED WITH YOUR SELECTION: Choose the button in the upper right “PRINT

REQUEST SUMMARY” to print a copy of your course selections to be kept for your records. This is an important step as this will be the only paper copy. Once the window for registration closes, you will NOT be able to see your requests online.

➔ TO CLOSE: There is no Save or Submit button. After printing a copy for your records, it is very important to

Log Off by clicking on “Log Off” on the left hand column. Do not close the window any other way.

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POLICY REGARDING ALL CLASSES

All attempts will be made to grant all requests for schedules, if this becomes impossible, alternatives will be used. Course selections will be verified by students in May so that schedule conflicts can be resolved prior to the close of school. It is important to note that schedule conflicts and schedule problems are different from student or parent initiated requests for schedule changes. Examples of schedule conflicts/problems are: ● Not having enough credits (minimum of 6.0 for freshmen and sophomores and 5.0 for juniors and seniors) ● Not getting required classes ● Two classes scheduled the same hour ● More than one study hall

Adding a class is possible if: ● There is room in the class. ● The add is made before or during the first full week of class because of a schedule problem.

Students who need to see a counselor should do so before school, during lunch or study hall, or after school.

All final decisions on next year’s schedule should be resolved with the counselor prior to the end of the school year.

POLICY REGARDING DROPPING CLASSES

Semester Courses (i.e. Health, Physical Education, Psychology):

Students will have ten school days after the end of the first grade period to drop without penalty.

Sequential Semester Courses (i.e. English 10, Geometry, American History, Biology, Mathematics): • First Semester - Students will have ten school days after the end of the first grade period to drop without

penalty. • Second Semester - Students will have ten school days after the start of the second semester to drop a second

semester class without penalty.

Students who choose to drop a class after the above mentioned timelines would have as part of their transcript a record of their credit(s) attempted and credit(s) earned. Example: If a student drops a class after the deadline, regardless of the grade earned at the time, the student will receive no credit and will receive a grade of “I”. The grade point average will be permanently affected since this would be a credit attempted, but no credit earned. NOTE: The current policy relative to removing a student from a class due to lack of attendance remains in effect. That is, any student removed from a class due to excessive truancies or absences will receive no credit and a permanent “I” grade. The grade point average will be permanently affected since this would be credit attempted, but no credit earned.

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POLICY REGARDING DROPPING/TRANSFER OF INTERVENTION COURSES

(Trans Reading/English, Trans Math, Reading Labs, Math Labs)

It is the belief of the Duluth Public Schools that students are placed in an appropriate intervention based on their academic needs. Any schedule changes related to intervention courses will observe the following process.

General Education 1. Student/parent/teacher provides the counselor with the transfer/drop request form. 2. Counselor forwards the form to the principal for approval. 3. Final decision will be communicated to parent and student. Special Education 1. Student provides the counselor with the transfer/drop request form that has been signed by the parent and case

manager. 2. Counselor forwards the form to the principal and to the special education representative/case manager. 3. Final decision will be communicated to parent and student.

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FOUR YEAR GRADUATION PLAN

GRADUATING YEAR TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED CREDITS ELECTIVE CREDITS 2016-2017 22.0 15.5 6.5 2017-2018 22.25 15.5 6.75 2019 AND BEYOND 22.5 15.5 7.0

First Semester Grade 9 Second Semester

1. English 2. Civics In Global Society or PE 3. Math 4. Physical Science 9 5. Art or Music (Recommended) 6. Elective:___________________ *All students participate in 30 min WIN Period.

1. English 2. Civics In Global Society or PE 3. Math 4. Physical Science 9 5. Art or Music (Recommended) 6. Elective: ___________________ *All students participate in 30 min WIN Period.

First Semester Grade 10 Second Semester 1. English 2. Biology 3. American History 4. Math 5. Health or Elective 6. Elective:___________________ 7. (Optional Zero Hour): __________

*All students participate in 30 min WIN Period.

1. English 2. Biology 3. American History 4. Math 5. Health or Elective 6. Elective: __________________ 7. (Optional Zero Hour): __________ *All students participate in 30 min WIN Period.

First Semester Grade 11 Second Semester 1. English 11 2. World History or International

Studies 3. Math 4. Chemistry or Physics 5. Elective:___________________ 6. Elective ___________________ Zero Hour (Optional):____________ *All students participate in 30 min WIN Period.

1. English 11 2. World History or International

Studies 3. Math 4. Chemistry or Physics 5. Elective: __________________ 6. Elective:___________________

Zero Hour (Optional):________ *All students participate in 30 min WIN Period.

First Semester Grade 12 Second Semester 1. English 2. Government or Economics 3. (4th Year Math and/or Science see

college admission requirements) 4. Elective: __________________ 5. Elective: __________________ 6. Elective:___________________ Zero Hour (Optional): ___________ *All students participate in 30 min WIN Period.

1. English 2. Government or Economics 3. (4th Year Math and/or Science see

college admission requirements 4. Elective: __________________ 5. Elective: __________________ 6. Elective: __________________ Zero Hour (Optional): ___________ *All students participate in 30 min WIN Period.

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MATHEMATICS

Required for Graduation: 3 credits of mathematics are needed for graduation from high school. Students must complete an algebra II credit or its equivalent as part of the 3-credit requirement. Additional mathematics courses are available for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Individualized Learning Plan (ILPs), and credit recovery programs. See your counselor for further information. Updated on 11/30/15

(This flowchart is used to identify the math options for grades 9-12.)

Intermediate

Algebra

Geometry 9

Geometry Algebra 2 Concept

Algebra 2 Precalculus Calculus

Statistics and

Probability

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TYPICAL SECONDARY SCIENCE COURSE OFFERINGS FLOW CHART

Grade 6 Physical Science

Grade 7 Life Science

Grade 8 Earth Science

Grade 9: Physical Science/Earth Science

Grade 10 Biology: General or Honors

Anatomy Physiology: General or CITS

Forestry, Fish and Wildlife

Earth and Space Science

Plant Science: Greenhouse 1

Physics: Introductory, Physics, CITS or Aerospace

Chemistry: Introductory, Chemistry or CITS

Plant Science: Greenhouse 2

For High School Graduation a minimum of three science credits are required including: Physical Science, Biology, and Chemistry or Physics.

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AP/CITS/PSEO/CLEP/ARTICULATED COLLEGE CREDIT COLLEGE CREDIT OPTIONS IN HIGH SCHOOL

PROGRAM EXPLANATION OF PROGRAM ADVANTAGES REQUIREMENTS

Advanced Placement

(AP)

● Taught at high school ● Recognized nationally ● College curriculum

● May receive college credit ● Develop higher level

thinking skills

● Above average ability needed in subject area ● Must take AP exam (cost for exam) in May in

order to be considered for college credit

College in the Schools (CITS)

● College curriculum Challenging, faster paced, more in-depth than traditional courses

● Taught at high school

● Earn college credits that are highly transferable

● Demonstrate learning on multiple and varied assessments, throughout the course, rather than on a single, high-stakes test.

● Must meet college criteria to enroll in course ● Grades apply to college and high school ➩Included in rank and GPA for high school ➩Entered on college transcript ● Commitment needed ● More rigorous than non-honors curriculum ● College credits equates to 1 high school credit

- cannot exceed normal credit load

Post-Secondary Enrollment

Options (PSEO)

● Enroll in college as a high school student

● No tuition or books cost to student

● Taught at college campus ● In-state schools only ● Available to grades 11 and

12 only ● 10th-grade students may

enroll in one Career and Technical Education (CTE) course*

● Can earn high school and college credits simultaneously

● Wider selection of courses ● Full or part-time

enrollment is available ● Students can still

participate in high school activities

● Eligibility depends on college you want to attend

● Must provide your own transportation ● Grades apply to college and high school

(included in rank and GPA) ● Must still meet high school graduation

requirements ● Parents are not notified of attendance or

progress ● Application must be completed by May of

previous year ● Must be mature & self directed ● Must meet college criteria to enroll in course

College Level Examination

Program (CLEP)

● Opportunity to receive college credit by earning qualifying scores on any of 34 exams

● 90 Minute exams taken at Lake Superior College

● Shorten the time it takes to earn a college degree

● Avoid repeating the same course material from high school course

● Meets proficiency requirements in college math or foreign language

● Rigorous study and preparation is recommended

● Administrative cost and fee for each exam ● Must provide own transportation to test center ● For more information go to:

www.collegeboard.com/testing

Articulated College Credit

● Opportunity to receive college credit for technical courses they completed

● Credits granted by accredited technical college program

● Directly tied to a college course and/or program

● Explore career opportunities through high school courses

● No baseline cumulative GPA for entry

● Complete your college program sooner, save time and money

● Earn Technical or Community college credits

● Eligibility depends on college you want to attend

● Responsible to inform your college about previous articulated courses

● Check with the college records office as they may have a procedure to follow

● Courses often only transfer to articulated college, NOT all colleges

● Credits vary by program, grade, and college ● More information is available at

www.ctecreditmn.com/articulated-college-credit.php

IT IS NOT GUARANTEED THAT THE COLLEGE YOU CHOOSE TO ATTEND WILL ACCEPT THESE CREDITS. PLEASE CONTACT COLLEGE ADMISSIONS OFFICE WITH QUESTIONS. *If the student earns a “C” or higher grade in this first course, she/he is eligible to take additional CTE courses while in 10th grade. In order to be eligible, a 10th-grade student must have taken the 8th-grade MCA reading test or another reading assessment accepted by the enrolling postsecondary institution, and have met the composite proficiency level of “meets or exceeds”.

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COLLEGE IN THE SCHOOLS

CITS offers high school students the opportunity to receive college credit through high school course work. The colleges that offer these courses are Lake Superior College (LSC), Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College (FDLTCC), and the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD). These courses include:

University of Minnesota Duluth CITS Economics CITS College Composition CITS AP Literature & Composition 12 CITS Sociology CITS AP Calculus CITS Strength Training CITS Spanish 5 CITS German 5

Lake Superior College CITS Pre-Calculus CITS Human Anatomy CITS Marketing II CITS Medical Occupations CITS Intro to Nursing

FLTCC CITS Physics CITS Chemistry CITS American Government CITS General Psychology CITS Civil & Criminal Law

It is helpful if you have readily available Internet access. You should earn a C or better in your CITS courses since these grades become a part of your college transcript. It is your responsibility to request that a transcript be sent from these institutions to the college(s) of choice.

The following criteria must be met to register for CITS courses:

University of Minnesota, Duluth (UMD) Requirements:

High school Juniors and Seniors must either have an cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above or receive enrollment approval from UMD. The college makes the final determination toward college credit.

Please note: You can drop the class by the end of the tenth week in each semester (UMD is semester) and the drop will not show on your record. You may withdraw until the end of each semester, however, you will receive a “W” on your college transcript, and multiple W’s can impact your academic standing.

Lake Superior College (LSC) Requirements:

● High school juniors must either have an overall GPA of 3.0 or above or receive enrollment approval from the college. The college makes the final determination toward college credit.

● High school seniors must have either an overall GPA of 2.5 or above or receive enrollment approval from the college.

● For all courses at LSC, the student must take the Accuplacer test in addition to meeting the GPA requirements. Students must score the following:

- Pre-Calculus requires an Elementary Algebra score of at least 76 and a College Math score of at least 50. - CITS Human Anatomy and CITS Marketing II both require a Reading score of at least 78. - CITS Medical Occupations requires a minimum Reading score of 78. - CITS Intro to Nursing and CITS marketing II have no testing requirements

Please note: See your High School Counselor for information about deadlines for dropping or withdrawing from a course and how withdrawing from a course affects your academic progress and potential for future financial aid. Dropping a course may/will affect your Commitment Agreement for CITS courses. Please read your Commitment Agreement for details.

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COLLEGE IN THE SCHOOLS (Continued)

Fond du Lac Tribal & Community College (FDLTCC) to be eligible for admission:

● High School Juniors that rank in the upper one-third of their class or a score at or above the 70th percentile on a nationally standardized, norm-referenced test or has a 3.0 grade point average;

● High School Seniors who rank in the upper one-half of their class or score at or above the 50th percentile on a nationally standardized, norm-referenced test, or has a 2.5 grade point average.

● For all courses offered by FDLTCC, a student must have a minimum Accuplacer score of 70 on the Reading portion in addition to the minimum GPA of 2.5 for seniors and 3.0 for juniors. For CITS Physics, a student must have a minimum Accuplacer test score of 61 on the Elementary Algebra portion in addition to the Reading score.

Please note: You can drop during the first two weeks with no university consequences. After that, you can withdraw up to the 60th day of class. However, you will receive a “W” on your college transcript if you have withdrawn after the 60th day and multiple W’s can impact your academic standing. Additional Accuplacer Test Information: Appropriate ACT scores may take the place of the Accuplacer: - Reading: 21 - Writing(Sentence Skills): 18 - Math: 22 Re-Test Policy: A student may re-test once per calendar year. If after re-test, the student is still below requirement but meets the minimum scores below, he or she may petition to take the appropriate course. - Reading: 70 - Sentence Skills: 80 - College Math: 40

For other colleges or institutions offering credit, talk to your counselor or the class instructor for details about academic eligibility requirements.

It is helpful if you have readily available Internet access. You should earn a C or better in your CITS courses since these grades become a part of your college transcript. It is your responsibility to request that a transcript be sent from these institutions to the college(s) of choice.

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POSTSECONDARY ENROLLMENT OPTIONS (PSEO)

Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) is a program that allows 10th-, 11th- and 12th-grade students to earn both high school and college credit while still in high school, through enrollment in and successful completion of college-level, nonsectarian courses at eligible participating postsecondary institutions. Most PSEO courses are offered on the campus of the postsecondary institution; some courses are offered online. Each participating college or university sets its own requirements for enrollment into the PSEO courses. Eleventh and 12th-grade students may take PSEO courses on a full- or part-time basis; 10th graders may take one career/technical PSEO course. If they earn at least a grade C in that class, they may take additional PSEO courses. There is no charge to PSEO students for tuition, books or fees for items that are required to participate in a course. Students must meet the PSEO residency and eligibility requirements and abide by participation limits specified in Minnesota Statutes, section 124D.09. If a school district determines a pupil is not on track to graduate, she/he may continue to participate in PSEO. Funds are available to help pay transportation expenses for qualifying students to participate in PSEO courses on college campuses. Schools must provide information to all students in grades 8-11 and their families by March 1, every year. Students must notify their school by May 30 if they want to participate in PSEO for the following school year. For current information about the PSEO program, visit the Minnesota Department of Education’s Postsecondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) webpage.

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POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION As the workforce becomes more technologically oriented, it is increasingly important for all students to seriously think about education beyond high school. Students should consider all of their options. Current post-secondary entrance requirements: Minnesota State Universities: ● Four (4) credits of English ● Three ( 3) credits of Math ● Three (3) credits of Laboratory Science ● Three (3) credits of Social Science (including American History) ● Two (2) credits of a single World Language ● One (1) credit of World Culture or Fine Arts ● ACT or SAT is required Minnesota Technical and Community Colleges: ● High School diploma is required with coursework in English, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. ● Technical colleges and community colleges require placement tests that they administer to all incoming students. ● No ACT or SAT is required, but recommended. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, Morris, Duluth, and Crookston: ● Four (4) credits of English ● Three (3) credits of Social Science (including American History) ● Four (4) credits of Math ● Three (3) credits of Laboratory Science (Physics strongly recommended) ● Math and Science in senior year is highly recommended ● Two (2) credits of single World Language/three credits for College of Liberal Arts ● ACT with writing required Minnesota Private Colleges: ● Four (4) credits of English ● Three (3) credits of Social Science ● Three (3) credits of Math ● Three (3) credits of Laboratory Science ● Two (2) credits of a World Language is strongly recommended (individual schools may require three or more

credits) ● ACT or SAT is required Wisconsin State Universities: ● Four (4) credits of English ● Three (3) credits of Social Science (including American History) ● Three (3) credits of Mathematics (including Geometry and Algebra II) ● Three (3) credits of Laboratory Science ● Two (2) credits in a single World Language is required. For more current detailed information about Admission

requirements for 2-year colleges and 4-year state universities please click here: http://www.mnscu.edu/admissions/requirements.html,

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COLLEGE IN THE SCHOOLS CLASSES

High School Course Number High School Course Title College College Course

Number College Course Title Credit 181701-181702 111701-111702 222301-222302 151221 151322 231600 232000 232402 222801-222802 223101-223102 131601-131602 132000 241701-241702 231800 232200 181801-181802 211200 241251-241252

CITS Precalculus Marketing 2 Human Anatomy and Physiology Medical Occupations/Terminology Intro to Nursing CITS American Government CITS General Psychology Civil and Criminal Law/Intro to the Criminal Justice System and Related Careers CITS Chemistry CITS Physics AP (CITS) Literature and Composition Eng.12 CITS College Composition CITS Spanish Level 5 CITS Economics CITS Sociology AP (CITS) Calculus CITS Strength Training CITS German 5

LSC LSC LSC LSC LSC FDLTCC FDLTCC FDLTCC FDLTCC FDLTCC UMD UMD UMD UMD UMD UMD UMD UMD

MATH 1150 MKGT 1421 BIOL 1005 BIOL 1150 NUNA 1400/1410 ALTH 1400/1410 POLYSCI 1010 PSYCH 2001 LAWE 1005 CHEM 1010 PHYSICS 1001 ENGL 1907 WRIT 1120 SPAN 1201/1202 ECON 1003 SOC 1101 MATH 1296 PE 1616 GERM 1201/1202

Precalculus Principles of Marketing Intro to Cell Biology Human Anatomy Intro to Nursing/Long Term Care/Home Health Intro to Allied Health/Medical American Government General Psychology Seeking Careers in the Criminal Justice System General Chemistry Intro to Physics 1 Introduction to Literature College Writing Intermediate Spanish 1/2 Economics & Society Introduction to Sociology Calculus Weight Training Intermediate German 1/2

4 3 1 4 3 3 3 4 3 5 4 3 3 4/4 3 4 5 1 4/4

LSC - Lake Superior College FDLTCC - Fond du Lac Tribal & Community College UMD - University of Minnesota, Duluth

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COLLEGE ARTICULATION-TECH PREP

High School Course Number Course Title College College # College Course Title Credits

111901-111902 Accounting I LSC ACCT1500 Personal Finance 3

111511-111512 Advanced Computers I LSC CIS1510 CIS1515

Access Excel

2 2

LSC ADSC1715 Word Processing 2 111400 Computer Essentials LSC ADSC1711 Computer Essentials 1

251200 Career Development Internship LSC COMM1601 PSYC1050

Human Relations-The Individual In Career or Classroom Career Exploration

1 2

221620 Plant Science - Greenhouse Central Lakes College N/A Elective-Horticulture 1 221822 Landscape Horticulture Central Lakes College N/A Elective-Horticulture 2 171921-171922 172021-172022

Automotive Basics: Brakes and Engines Advanced Automotive:: Diagnostics and Electrical

LSC (NATEF)

ASTE1430 ASTE1500 ASTE2440

Auto Electrical Fundamentals Charging & Starting Systems Brakes

3 3 4

172121-172122 172221-172222

Automotive Basics: Transmission and Suspension Advanced Automotive: Engines and Performance (1 period)

LSC (NATEF)

ASTE1460 ASTE1470 ASTE2400 ASTE2410

Basic Fuel System Service Basic Engine Drivability Suspension and Steering Repair Basic Wheel Alignment

2 3 3 2

102201-102202 102301-102302 102401-102402

Graphic Arts/Digital Design 1, 2, 3 Mesaba Range College GRAP1235 Graphic Design and Print Communications (for all 3 Graphic Arts Courses) 4

121200 Introduction to Engineering and Design (Formerly FabLab 1) LSC INMG 1450 INMG 1450 3

201521-201522 Early Childhood and Education Professions

WITC 307-105 Intro to Early Childhood Education 2 Hennepin Technical College CHO1000 Childcare as a Profession 2

111101/111102 Computer Applications LSC ADSC1430 Integrated Office Software Applications I 3 110000 Business & Personal Finance LSC ACCT1500 Personal Finance 3

161220 Introduction to Foods Art Institutes International (MN) CU1210 Culinary Concepts in Theory 2

161320 Classical Line Cooking Art Institutes International (MN) CU1610 Fundamentals of Classical Techniques 6

161420 Classical Cooking Art Institutes International (MN) CU1471 Sanitation and Safety (Must pass Serv/Safe Certification) 4

221420 Forestry, Fish & Wildlife Vermillion Community College

NRT1212 General Forestry 3 NRT1226 Principles of Wildlife Management 3 NRT1265 Introduction to Natural Resources 3

170001 CAD for Engineering LSC CADE 1407 or CADE 1468 Solidworks 1 3

Tech Prep articulated courses provide a seamless educational path for area high school students. Student may receive college credit for the above courses offered by a secondary school and taught by a secondary teacher if they choose to attend the college involved in the articulation agreement. LSC – Lake Superior College WITC – Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College

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HIGH SCHOOL STANDARDIZED ASSESSMENTS 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR

The assessment program at the high school level in the Duluth Public Schools consists of two broad categories, required and optional tests. REQUIRED TESTING: These assessments are administered during the school year, free of charge, at each school.

Test Grade Purpose MCA-III Reading or MTAS-III Reading 10

These statewide assessments are required in the areas of reading and math and are used for state and federal accountability purposes.

MCA-III Mathematics or MTAS-III Mathematics

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MCA-III Science or MTAS-III Science 10 or 11 These statewide science assessments are used for state and federal

accountability purposes (participation only).

ACT Plus Writing 11

Students must be provided the opportunity to participate in a district-provided college entrance exam in grade 11 or grade 12. The Duluth Public Schools offers the ACT Plus Writing to all students in the spring of 11th grade. Students who miss this opportunity in 11th grade may take it the following year in grade 12. The ACT Plus Writing measures college readiness in English, Math, Reading, Science, and Writing and also includes a career interest inventory.

OPTIONAL TESTING: A fee is charged for these tests; however, waivers available for students receiving free or reduced priced lunch.

Test Grade Purpose PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test)

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ACT Plus Writing 11, 12

The ACT Plus Writing provides information on college readiness. Many colleges and universities also require the ACT Plus Writing for admission. Test includes five areas: English, Math, Reading, Writing, and Science. Students may take this on their own in addition to the administration at their high school. It is offered six Saturdays in the school year.

SAT I (Scholastic Assessment Test) 11, 12

The SAT I measures Verbal, Math and Writing abilities necessary for college success. It is required for college admission for some out-of-state colleges and is offered seven Saturdays in the school year.

SAT II (Scholastic Assessment Test) 11, 12

The SAT II measures achievement in several subject area and is required by some colleges for placement and admission. It is offered seven Saturdays in the school year.

AP (Advanced Placement Exams)

10, 11, 12

AP exams are college-level exams in several subjects. Students who do well may earn college credit and/or advanced standing. These exams are administered in May.

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NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Core Courses: (16)

Initial full-time collegiate enrollment before August 1, 2016: o Sixteen (16) core courses are required (see chart below for subject-area requirements).

Initial full-time collegiate enrollment on or after August 1, 2016: o Sixteen (16) core courses are required (see chart below for subject-area requirements).

Ten (10) core courses completed before the seventh semester; seven (7) of the 10 must be in English, math or natural/physical science. These courses/grades are "locked in" at start of the seventh semester (cannot be repeated for

grade-point average [GPA] improvement to meet initial-eligibility requirements for competition). o Students who do not meet core-course progression requirements may still be eligible to receive athletics

aid and practice in the initial year of enrollment by meeting academic redshirt requirements (see below).

Test Scores: (ACT/SAT)

Students must present a corresponding test score and core-course GPA on the sliding scale (see Page No. 2). o SAT: critical reading and math sections.

Best subscore from each section is used to determine the SAT combined score for initial eligibility. o ACT: English, math, reading and science sections.

Best subscore from each section is used to determine the ACT sum score for initial eligibility. All ACT and SAT attempts before initial full-time collegiate enrollment may be used for initial eligibility.

Enter 9999 during ACT or SAT registration to ensure the testing agency reports your score directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center. Test scores on transcripts will not be used.

Core Grade-Point Average:

Only core courses that appear on the high school's List of NCAA Courses on the NCAA Eligibility Center's website (www.eligibilitycenter.org) will be used to calculate your core-course GPA. Use this list as a guide.

Initial full-time collegiate enrollment before August 1, 2016: o Students must present a corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course

GPA (minimum 2.000) on Sliding Scale A (see Page No. 2). o Core-course GPA is calculated using the best 16 core courses that meet subject-area requirements.

Initial full-time collegiate enrollment on or after August 1, 2016: o Students must present a corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course

GPA (minimum 2.300) on Sliding Scale B (see Page No. 2). o Core-course GPA is calculated using the best 16 core courses that meet both progression (10 before

seventh semester; seven in English, math or science; "locked in") and subject-area requirements.

NCAA Division I Initial-Eligibility Requirements

DIVISION I Core-Course Requirement (16)

4 years of English 3 years of math (Algebra I or higher) 2 years of natural/physical science

(1 year of lab if offered) 1 year of additional English, math or

natural/physical science 2 years of social science 4 years of additional courses (any

area above, foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy)

DIVISION I – 2016 Qualifier Requirements

*Athletics aid, practice, and competition

16 core courses o Ten (10) core courses

completed before the start of seventh semester. Seven (7) of the 10 must be in English, math or natural/physical science. "Locked in" for core-course

GPA calculation. Corresponding test score (ACT

sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course GPA (minimum 2.300) on Sliding Scale B (see Page No. 2).

Graduate from high school.

DIVISION I – 2016 Academic Redshirt Requirements *Athletics aid and practice (no competition)

16 core courses o No grades/credits "locked in"

(repeated courses after the seventh semester begins may be used for initial eligibility).

Corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course GPA (minimum 2.000) on Sliding Scale B (see Page No. 2).

Graduate from high school.

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Sliding Scale B Use for Division I beginning August 1, 2016

NCAA DIVISION I SLIDING SCALE Core GPA

SAT

Verbal and Math ONLY ACT Sum

3.550 400 37 3.525 410 38 3.500 420 39 3.475 430 40 3.450 440 41 3.425 450 41 3.400 460 42 3.375 470 42 3.350 480 43 3.325 490 44 3.300 500 44 3.275 510 45 3.250 520 46 3.225 530 46 3.200 540 47 3.175 550 47 3.150 560 48 3.125 570 49 3.100 580 49 3.075 590 50 3.050 600 50 3.025 610 51 3.000 620 52 2.975 630 52 2.950 640 53 2.925 650 53 2.900 660 54 2.875 670 55 2.850 680 56 2.825 690 56 2.800 700 57 2.775 710 58 2.750 720 59 2.725 730 60 2.700 740 61 2.675 750 61 2.650 760 62 2.625 770 63 2.600 780 64 2.575 790 65 2.550 800 66 2.525 810 67 2.500 820 68 2.475 830 69 2.450 840 70 2.425 850 70 2.400 860 71 2.375 870 72 2.350 880 73 2.325 890 74 2.300 900 75 2.299 910 76 2.275 910 76 2.250 920 77 2.225 930 78 2.200 940 79 2.175 950 80 2.150 960 81 2.125 970 82 2.100 980 83 2.075 990 84 2.050 1000 85 2.025 1010 86 2.000 1020 86

Sliding Scale A Use for Division I prior to August 1, 2016

NCAA DIVISION I SLIDING SCALE

Core GPA SAT ACT Sum Verbal and Math ONLY

3.550 & above 400 37 3.525 410 38 3.500 420 39 3.475 430 40 3.450 440 41 3.425 450 41 3.400 460 42 3.375 470 42 3.350 480 43 3.325 490 44 3.300 500 44 3.275 510 45 3.250 520 46 3.225 530 46 3.200 540 47 3.175 550 47 3.150 560 48 3.125 570 49 3.100 580 49 3.075 590 50 3.050 600 50 3.025 610 51 3.000 620 52 2.975 630 52 2.950 640 53 2.925 650 53 2.900 660 54 2.875 670 55 2.850 680 56 2.825 690 56 2.800 700 57 2.775 710 58 2.750 720 59 2.725 730 59 2.700 730 60 2.675 740-750 61 2.650 760 62 2.625 770 63 2.600 780 64 2.575 790 65 2.550 800 66 2.525 810 67 2.500 820 68 2.475 830 69 2.450 840-850 70 2.425 860 70 2.400 860 71 2.375 870 72 2.350 880 73 2.325 890 74 2.300 900 75 2.275 910 76 2.250 920 77 2.225 930 78 2.200 940 79 2.175 950 80 2.150 960 80 2.125 960 81 2.100 970 82 2.075 980 83 2.050 990 84 2.025 1000 85 2.000 1010 86

For more information, visit www.eligibilitycenter.org or www.2point3.org.

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NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Core Courses

Division II currently requires 16 core courses. See the chart below.

Beginning August 1, 2018, to become a full or partial qualifier for Division II, all college-bound student-athletes must complete the 16 core-course requirement.

Test Scores

Division II currently requires a minimum SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68. Beginning August 1, 2018, Division II will use a sliding scale to match test scores and core-course grade-point averages (GPA). The sliding scale for those requirements is shown on Page No. 2 of this sheet.

The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The writing section of the SAT is not used.

The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the following four sections: English, mathematics, reading and science.

When you register for the SAT or ACT, use the NCAA Eligibility Center code of 9999 to ensure all SAT and ACT scores are reported directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center from the testing agency. Test scores that appear on transcripts will not be used.

Grade-Point Average

Be sure to look at your high school’s List of NCAA Courses on the NCAA Eligibility Center's website (www.eligibilitycenter.org). Only courses that appear on your school's approved List of NCAA Courses will be used in the calculation of the core GPA. Use the list as a guide.

The current Division II core GPA requirement is a minimum of 2.000. Division II core GPA required to be eligible for competition on or after August 1, 2018, is 2.200 (corresponding test-score requirements are listed on the Sliding Scale on Page No. 2 of this sheet).

The minimum Division II core GPA required to receive athletics aid and practice as a partial qualifier on or after August 1, 2018, is 2.000 (corresponding test-score requirements are listed on the Sliding Scale on Page No. 2 of this sheet).

Remember, the NCAA core GPA is calculated using NCAA core courses only.

DIVISION II 16 Core Courses

3 years of English. 2 years of mathematics (Algebra I

or higher). 2 years of natural/physical science

(1 year of lab if offered by high school).

3 years of additional English, mathematics or natural/physical science.

2 years of social science. 4 years of additional courses (from

any area above, foreign language or comparative religion/philosophy).

Division II Initial-Eligibility Requirements

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DIVISION II COMPETITION SLIDING SCALE

Use for Division II beginning August 1, 2018

Core GPA SAT ACT Sum Verbal and Math ONLY

3.300 & above 400 37

3.275 410 38

3.250 420 39

3.225 430 40

3.200 440 41

3.175 450 41

3.150 460 42

3.125 470 42

3.100 480 43

3.075 490 44

3.050 500 44

3.025 510 45

3.000 520 46

2.975 530 46

2.950 540 47

2.925 550 47

2.900 560 48

2.875 570 49

2.850 580 49

2.825 590 50

2.800 600 50

2.775 610 51

2.750 620 52

2.725 630 52

2.700 640 53

2.675 650 53

2.650 660 54

2.625 670 55

2.600 680 56

2.575 690 56

2.550 700 57

2.525 710 58

2.500 720 59

2.475 730 60

2.450 740 61

2.425 750 61

2.400 760 62

2.375 770 63

2.350 780 64

2.325 790 65

2.300 800 66

2.275 810 67

2.250 820 68

2.225 830 69

2.200 840 & above 70 & above

DIVISION II PARTIAL QUALIFIER SLIDING SCALE

Use for Division II beginning August 1, 2018

Core GPA

SAT Verbal and Math ONLY

ACT Sum

3.050 & above 400 37

3.025 410 38

3.000 420 39

2.975 430 40

2.950 440 41

2.925 450 41

2.900 460 42

2.875 470 42

2.850 480 43

2.825 490 44

2.800 500 44

2.775 510 45

2.750 520 46

2.725 530 46

2.700 540 47

2.675 550 47

2.650 560 48

2.625 570 49

2.600 580 49

2.575 590 50

2.550 600 50

2.525 610 51

2.500 620 52

2.475 630 52

2.450 640 53

2.425 650 53

2.400 660 54

2.375 670 55

2.350 680 56

2.325 690 56

2.300 700 57

2.275 710 58

2.250 720 59

2.225 730 60

2.200 740 61

2.175 750 61

2.150 760 62

2.125 770 63

2.100 780 64

2.075 790 65

2.050 800 66

2.025 810 67

2.000 820 & above 68 & above

For more information, visit the NCAA Eligibility Center website at www.eligibilitycenter.org.

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REGISTRATION WORKSHEET 2016-2017 School Year

Graduation Year: 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 Student Name: ______________________________________ NOTE: When listing courses, please list the course number and name for each semester. Place a .5 credit for each semester.

Check your class graduation requirements on page one in this supplement. ”Note” this is a list of courses, NOT a schedule.”

Course

No. Semester Title Credit Course No. Semester Title Credit

# #

Total Semester Value Total Semester Value

Please list alternative courses as it is not always possible to schedule your first choices.

Course

No. Alternate Course Title Credit Course No.

Scheduling Options (Online/Independent Study) Credit

Notes:

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2016`-2017 Course Listings

ART COURSE NAME Art Across Mediums Drawing & Painting 1 Drawing & Painting 2 Drawing & Painting 3 Art of Photo & Cinematography 1 Art of Photo & Cinematography 2 Art of Photo & Cinematography 3 Ceramics & Sculpture 1 Ceramics & Sculpture 2 Ceramics & Sculpture 3 Stained Glass, Metals & Fiber 1 Stained Glass, Metals & Fiber 2 Stained Glass, Metals & Fiber 3

NUMBER(S) 100000 101000 101100 101200 101300 101400 101500 101600 101700 101800 101900 102000 102100

BUSINESS/MARKETING Business and Personal Finance Computer Applications Computer Science Principles Computer Graphics Advanced Computer Graphics Advanced Computers Marketing 1 CITS Marketing 2 Accounting I

NUMBER(S) 110000 111101-111102 111103-111104 111200 111301-111302 111501-111502 111601-111602 111701-111702 111901-111902

ENGINEERING AND INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY Intro to Engineering Design Civil Engineering & Architecture Principles of Engineering Introduction to Engineering Design (formerly Fab Lab) Engineering Research & Design - Fab Lab 2 Engineering Independent Research & Design – Fab Lab 3 CAD for Engineering & Industry 1 CAD for Engineering & Industry 2 CAD for Architecture 1 CAD for Architecture 2 Manufacturing Technology Metals I Manufacturing Technology Metals 2 Construction Tech 1 Construction Tech 2 Construction Tech 3 Automotive Basics: Brakes and Engines Automotive Diagnostics and Electrical Automotive Basics: Transmission and Suspension Automotive: Engines and Performance (1 Hour) Woodworking, Technology, and Manufacturing 1 Woodworking, Technology, and Manufacturing 2 Woodworking, Technology, and Manufacturing 3 Industrial Robotics and Automation

NUMBER(S) 120001-120002 121001-121002 121101-121102 121200 121300 121400 170001 170002 171101 171102 171300 171401-171402 171621-171622* 171721-171722* 171821-171822* 171921-171922* 172021-172022* 172121-172122* 172221-172222 172300 172401-172402 172501-172502 172600

ENGLISH English 9 Honors English 9 English 10 Honors English 10 English 11 AP Language & Composition AP/CITS Literature & Composition Values in Literature Drama as Literature Grammar & Composition CITS College Composition Creative Writing Interpersonal Communication Public Speaking Journalism Trans English Alternative English Life Skills English

NUMBER(S) 130001-130002 131001-131002 131101-131102 131201-131202 131301-131302 131501-131502 131601-131602 131700 131800 131900 132000 132100 132200 132300 132401-132402 132901-132902 133001-133002 133101-133102

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE Global Cuisine/Cultural Appreciation Child Development/Child Psychology Early Childhood and Education Infant and Toddler Development

NUMBER(S) 201100 201400 201521-201522 201581-201582

GENERAL ELECTIVES Freshman Seminar Yearbook Student Government Career Development Youth Apprenticeship 800 Youth Apprenticeship 2000 Service Learning Work-Based Learning Seminar Work-Based Learning Internship Functional School/Community Program Directed Resource Study

NUMBER(S) 250000 251001-251002 251101-251102 251200 251300 251401-251402 251500 252100 252200 252300 252500

GRAPHIC ARTS/COMM TECH Graphic Arts/Digital Design 1 Graphic Arts/Digital Design 2 Graphic Arts/Digital Design 3 Graphic Arts/Digital Design Lab 1, 2 or 3 Graphic Arts/Digital Design (Sound and Motion)

NUMBER(S) 102201-102202 102301-102302 102401-102402 102500 102600

HEALTH Health

NUMBER(S) 140000

*2 hour block of classes Transportation is provided for courses that are offered during a 2 hour block Please check with your counselor for more details.

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HEALTH SCIENCE/MEDICAL CITS Medical Occupations CITS Introduction to Nursing

NUMBER(S) 151221* 151322

HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM Deli Management Advanced Deli Management Intro to Foods Classical Line Cooking Classical Cooking Restaurant Management Waiter/Waitress

NUMBER(S) 160020* 161120* 161220* 161320* 161420* 161520* 161620*

MATHEMATICS Algebra 1 Intermediate Algebra Geometry 9 Geometry Algebra II Concepts Algebra II Probability and Statistics CITS Precalculus AP CITS Calculus Trans Math 3 Life Skills Math

NUMBER(S) 180001-180002 181001-181102 181201-181202 181401-181402 181501-181502 181601-181602 181651-181652 181701-181702 181801-181802 182301-182302 182701-182702

MUSIC Freshman Band Intermediate Band Advanced Band Exploration of Music Jazz Ensemble Freshmen Choir Intermediate Mixed Choir Women’s Advanced Choir Show/Jazz Choir Advanced Concert Choir Chamber Choir Freshman Orchestra Concert Orchestra Symphony Orchestra Chamber Orchestra

NUMBER(S) 190001-190002 191001-191002 191101-191102 191203-191204 191301-191302 191451-191452 191601-191602 191701-191702 191801-191802 191901-191902 192001-192002 192101-192102 192201-192202 192301-192302 192401-192402

PHYSICAL EDUCATION Foundation of Fitness Personal Wellness & Training CITS Strength Training Lifetime Activities/Fitness

NUMBER(S) 210000 211100 211200 211300

SCIENCE Physical Science 9 Biology Forestry, Fish & Wildlife Plant Science - Greenhouse 1 Plant Science - Greenhouse 2 Honors Biology Human Anatomy & Physiology CITS Human Anatomy & Physiology Introductory Chemistry Chemistry CITS Chemistry Aerospace Physics Introductory Physics Physics CITS Physics Earth and Space Science Life Skills Science

NUMBER(S) 220001-220002 221101-221102 221420* 221620* 221822* 221901-221902 222301-222302 222401-222402 222601-222602 222701-222702 222801-222802 222941-222942 222951-222952 223001-223002 223101-223102 223201-223202 223400

SOCIAL STUDIES Civics In Global Society American History AP United States History International Studies World History AP World History American Government and Politics CITS American Government Economics CITS Economics Psychology CITS General Psychology Sociology CITS Sociology Civil & Criminal Law/ CITS Civil & Criminal Law/Introduction to the Criminal Justice System and Related Careers Life Skills Social Studies

NUMBER(S) 230010 231001-231002 231101-231102 231201-231202 231301-231302 231401-231402 231500 231600 231700 231800 231900 232000 232100 232200 232300 232402 232600

WORLD LANGUAGES German 1 German 2 German 3 German 4 CITS German 5 Spanish 1 Spanish 2 Spanish 3 Spanish 4 CITS Spanish 5 Mandarin Chinese 1 Mandarin Chinese 2 Mandarin Chinese 3 Ojibwemowin 1 Ojibwemowin 2

NUMBER(S) 240001-240002 241001-241002 241101-241102 241201-241202 241251-241252 241301-241302 241401-241402 241501-241502 241601-241602 241701-241702 241801-241802 241901-241902 242001-242002 242301-242302 242401-242402

STUDY HALL Semester one (1) Semester two (2)

NUMBER(S) 261001 261002

* 2 hour block of classes Transportation is provided for courses that are offered during a 2 hour block Please check with your counselor for more details

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COMMITMENT AGREEMENT HONORS/ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) COLLEGE IN THE SCHOOLS

(CITS) AND COURSE EXPECTATIONS Students who elect to take an Honors, AP, or CITS course should possess the following qualities and be aware of the following commitments required to complete the course: 1. Evidence of strength in skills relevant to the content area. 2. Commitment to assume personal responsibility for independent and long-term assignments. 3. Commitment to be challenged and to accept the rigorous standards and expectations of the course. 4. Recognition that the additional time commitment required for an Honors, AP, or CITS class may

require a student to make time choices with regard to out-of-school activities. 5. Do not register for Honors, AP, or CITS classes with the idea that schedule changes will be made if

the class does not work out. A decision to elect to take a Honors, AP, or CITS course is much like a contract that must be honored and not broken. Tutors are available to help students if necessary.

Course Expectations As with all courses receiving credit, Honors, AP, and CITS courses will provide activities that meet state standards. In addition, course activities and assignments will address the following guidelines:

1. Although students will be expected to do more work in terms of homework and concepts covered, the

major emphasis will be placed on high-level and rigorous activities, assignments, performance, and assessment.

2. Reading, writing, speaking, listening, and thinking activities will emphasize upper levels of comprehension.

3. Activities will strive for both breadth and depth of learning. 4. All written and oral communication activities will require higher critical thinking/reasoning skills;

exhibit linguistic sophistication, and neatness in presentation. 5. The textbook will be supported and enriched through additional related materials and activities. 6. Although short-term assignments may characterize the day-to-day activities of the course, these will

be enriched through long-term assignments. 7. Major assessment, such as projects and tests, will require application of concepts as well as recall of

information acquired.

I understand the student expectations as stated above and agree to make a yearlong commitment to the course for which I am registering. If I am not able to complete the course as registered for, I understand I will be dropped to a study hall for the remainder of the semester.

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