lewis cass jr/sr high school
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Lewis Cass Jr/Sr High School. High School Prep Meeting January 29 th , 2014 Principal: Mr. Karmel Jr. High Assoc. Principal: Mr. Young High School Assoc. Principal: Mrs. Franklin School Counselor (Grades 7-9): Mrs. Hines School Counselor (Grades 10-12): Mrs. Adams. Agenda. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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Lewis Cass Jr/Sr High School
High School Prep MeetingJanuary 29th, 2014
Principal: Mr. KarmelJr. High Assoc. Principal: Mr. Young
High School Assoc. Principal: Mrs. FranklinSchool Counselor (Grades 7-9): Mrs. Hines
School Counselor (Grades 10-12): Mrs. Adams
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Agenda
21st Century Scholars Program Indiana Graduation Requirements
& Diploma TypesScheduling 9th Grade Courses
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Indiana started the 21st Century Scholars in 1990 to ensure that every student can afford a college education. Guaranteed to receive up to four years of undergraduate tuition* at any participating public college or university in Indiana.
If you attend a private or an independent institution, the state will award an amount comparable to that of a public institution. If you attend a participating proprietary (private career) school, the state will award a tuition scholarship equal to that of Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana.
21st Century Scholars Program
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To enroll in the 21st Century Scholars program, you must:Be a resident of Indiana, both when you apply and when you receive the scholarship (determined by the residency of your parent or legal guardian). Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. Be enrolled in the 7th or 8th grade at a public school or other Indiana accredited school. Homeschooled students are not eligible for the 21st Century Scholars Program. Fulfill the 21st Century Scholars Pledge. Be one of the following:
A member of a family at or below the 2013-14 income maximums. (See handout.) Placed in foster care.
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Eligibility
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Scholar Pledge
I will graduate with at least a Core 40 Diploma from a high school accredited by the Indiana Department of Education.
I will achieve a cumulative high school GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
I will apply for admission to an eligible Indiana college, university or proprietary
institution as a high school senior.
I will apply on time for state and federal student financial aid (by March 10 of my
senior year of high school).
I will not use illegal drugs or alcohol, or commit a crime or delinquent act.
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APPLY!!!
Apply at www.scholars.in.govMUST be completed by June 30th of 8th grade year
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Indiana’s Graduation
Requirements(Class of 2016 & Beyond)
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Education in the US
The national average high school graduation rate is 70%
1/3 of students are dropping out 1/3 are graduating but are unprepared for college &
the workforce 90% of the fastest growing and best-paying jobs
require some post-secondary education. Those jobs will be unachievable for students who don’t get a high school diploma.
Policy Perspective: The Importance and Impact of Graduation Rates. Alliance for Excellent Education, December 2010
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Indiana’s Education Pipeline
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• A rigorous high school academic curriculum is the single-most significant factor determining a student’s success in college
• Rigorous academic preparation now wanted by employers, colleges, apprenticeship programs, and the military
• Careers for students without rigorous preparation are becoming fewer
• Students taking remediation in college are at a greater risk of dropping out
• The more education a student receives after high school, the better chance for increasing earnings and job security
The Importance of Academic Rigor
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Core 40 with
Academic Honors
Core 40
Core 40 with
Technical Honors
PostsecondarySuccess
CollegeTechnical
School2-year School
ApprenticeshipMilitary
Workforce
Rigorous Preparation
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Core 40 DiplomaCredits Years Courses
English 8 credits 4 years• Balance of literature, composition & speech.
Math6 credits (in grades
9-12)3 years
• Algebra I• Algebra II•Geometry
**Students must take a math course or Quantitative Reasoning course each year in high school.
Science 6 credits 3 years
• Biology I• Chemistry I OR Physics I OR Integrated Chemistry/ Physics•Any Core 40 Science
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Core 40 DiplomaCredits Courses
SocialStudies
6 credits
• World History & Civilization or Geography of the World • US History• US Government (one semester)• Economics (one semester
PE 2 credits PE I & PE II (one semester each)
Health & Wellness
1 credit • Health and Wellness
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Core 40 DiplomaCredits Courses
DirectedElectives
5 credits
• World Languages• Fine Arts• Career-Technical Education
GeneralElectives
6 credits• College & Career Pathway courses recommended.
LocalReqts
• Speech
TOTALMinimum of 40 credits/42 at Lewis Cass
All required courses will be assigned a letter grade and factored into the overall GPA.
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Core 40 Math- 6 credits must be earned in grades 9-12- Students must take a math course or quantitative reasoning (QR) course each year in high school
QR courses include courses that help advance a student’s ability to apply mathematics in real-world situations and contexts.
Examples might includes any Math or Science course, Economics, Agriculture, Engineering and Technology
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Students must complete a minimum
of 47 credits
All required courses will be assigned a letter grade and factored into the overall GPA.
Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma
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Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma
• More rigorous academic preparation
• Best preparation for college
• Required at some Universities in Indiana
• Provides additional financial aid for families who qualify
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Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma• Complete all requirements for Core 40
• Earn 2 additional Core 40 math credits
• Earn 6-8 credits Core 40 world language credits (6 credits in
one language or 4 credits each in two languages)
• Earn 2 Core 40 fine arts credits
• Earn a grade of C or above in courses that count toward the
diploma
• Have a cumulative GPA of a B or above
AND…
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Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma
Complete one of the following:A. 4 credits in AP courses and take corresponding AP exams,
B. 6 college credits in dual credit courses from priority course list,
C. Earn two of the following:
1. 3 college credits from priority course list,
2. 2 credits in AP courses and take corresponding AP exams,
3. 2 credits in IB courses and take IB exams.
D. Earn a 1750 or higher on the SAT critical reading, math, and writing sections and a minimum of 530 on each section
E. Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written section
F. Earn 4 credits in IB courses and take corresponding exams
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Students must complete a minimum
of 47 credits
All required courses will be assigned a letter grade and factored into the overall GPA.
Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma
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Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma• Combines rigor and relevance;
• Prepares students for two year or four college,
technical school, or apprenticeship;
• Students gain marketable skills and, in many cases,
college credit;
• Student can earn both the Core 40 with Academic
Honors and the Core 40 with Technical Honors
Diploma. *Please see your handout for further details.
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Indiana College Readiness
2011
Diploma Type Enrolled in Public College
%Needing Remediation
Academic Honors 13,233 7%
Core 40 17,643 41%
General Diploma 3,060 83%
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What does ECA Stand for?
WHAT COURSES REQUIRE AN ECA?
POP QUIZ
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ISTEP+ Graduation Examination
Algebra I English 10
All Indiana students are required to pass the Algebra I and English 10 ECAs in order to graduate.
Students will have multiple opportunities to take the assessments.
Waiver options are available.Students are required to take the Biology I ECA but
a passing score is not required to graduate.
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Parent’s Role
• Check homework – some students may need to do more at home studying
• Set a consistent time and space for studying
• Review and help your child select classes
• Get involved with their postsecondary preparation
• Utilize PowerSchool Parent and communicate with teachers, counselors, and administration
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Student’s Role
• Focus on your current classes and stay on top of homework assignments — important skills you’ll need for success in high school and college. • Know what you need to graduate!• Reach higher - aim for classes that will challenge you. • Use your electives to explore possible careers.• Regularly checking your grades on PowerSchool
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Scheduling Procedures
Course Book with descriptions of all courses currently offered at Lewis Cass
Create a 4-year planSchedule 9th grade courses on PowerSchoolRecommendations for Math & Science, when
applicable, will be noted on students 4-year plan These are based on class work, current and historical
ISTEP results, Acuity Assessments and teacher recommendations.
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What is intelligence?
Howard Gardner describes eight different kinds of intelligence (1983):
Visual: Good with art and design Linguistic: Good with words Logical: Good with numbers and math Kinesthetic: Good at action, movement and sports Musical: Good with music, tone and rhythm Interpersonal: Good at communicating with others Intrapersonal: Good at self-reflection Naturalistic: Good at appreciating the world and nature
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Course Selections
Subject Options
English English 9 or Advanced English 9 (Journalism)
Math Algebra I, Algebra I & Algebra Enrichment, Algebra II
Science Biology or Earth Space Science
Social Studies World History, Geography, or wait until 10th Grade
Physical Education PE I (first semester) and PE II (second semester)
Electives (1-3 courses per sem.) Resource Room for students in the Special Education Program, Study Hall, Agriculture, FACS, Engineering and Tech, Fine Arts, World Language
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CLASS CLASS
OFOF
2018!!2018!!