Scheduling Presentation

Thursday, February 18th, 2016

For School Year 2016-2017

Collegiate Academy

Graduation Requirements

Language Arts 4.5 credits

Social Studies 4 credits

Mathematics 4 credits

World Language 3 credits

Wellness/Fitness 1.5 credits

Electives 7.5 credits

Computers .5 credits

Science 4 creditsMinimum

29 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.

1. Challenge Yourself

2. Build a Schedule with Balance

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.

Goals for Your Schedule

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 Classes1. Studio Art

2. Art History

3.Computer Science

4. English Language and Composition

5. English Literature and Composition

6. Calculus AB

7. Calculus BC

8. Statistics

9. Biology

10. Chemistry

11. Environmental Science

12. Physics I and II

13. Human Geography

14. World History

15. U.S. History

16. Macroeconomics

17. European History

18. Psychology

19. Government & Politics

20. German Language

21. Spanish Language

22. Latin

23. Music Theory- Not Offered Until

2017

AP Capstone Program

• AP Seminar

• AP Research

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

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.

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™

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.

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 College Algebra/Trig

AP Calculus BC AP Calculus AB Statistics/ AP Statistics

Geometry

Algebra II

Trig/ Pre-Calculus College Algebra/Trig

AP Calculus AB 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)

9th Grade Language Arts

Honors

10th Grade Language Arts

Honors

11th Grade Language Arts

Honors

12th Grade Language Arts H

AP English Lang & Composition

AP Literature & Composition

Dual Enrollment

AP English Language and Compositon

AP Literature & Composition

12th Grade Language Arts H

AP English Language and Composition

AP Literature and

Composition

Classic Literature

12th Grade Language Arts H

Dual Enrollment

Dual Enrollment

AP Literature & Composition

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

MUSIC

• Introduction to Band

• Wind Ensemble

• Jazz Band I & II

• Introduction to

Orchestra

• Orchestra

CHORUS

• Women’s Chorus

• Chamber Singers

• Vocal Jazz

• Advanced Voice

• Music Theory

THEATER

• Theater I & II

• Theater Production

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

Semester Applying for Apply by the end of

Deadlines:

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.