North College HillNorth College HillHigh School High School OrientationOrientation

The Class of 2015!

Are you ready for high school?

School AdministrationSchool Administration

Ann Brinkley, Principal

Joe

Joe Loechle, Assistant Principal

Guidance CounselorsGuidance Counselors

Mrs. Watts, Counselor-9th & 10th

Ms. Donofrio, Counselor-11th & 12th

Graduation RequirementsGraduation Requirements

• English 4.0 credits• Math 3.0 credits• Science 3.0 credits (biology, physical)• Social Studies 3.0 credits (US History,

Gov’t)• Health .50 credits• Physical Ed. .50 credits• Art/Music/• Comp/• For. Language 1.0 credits• Electives 6.0 credits• A total of 21 credits are needed to graduate!

Testing- OGT and PlanTesting- OGT and Plan

• All 10th graders must take the Ohio Graduation Test and pass all 5 parts successfully in order to graduate from high school.

• Students at NCH also take the ACT Plan test which acts as an indicator to student performance on the ACT.

Grade StatusGrade Status

Your classification is determined soley by the number of credits earned:

To be a:◦10th grader-earn 5 credits your freshman year◦11th grader-earned a total of 10 credits◦12th grader-earned a total of 15 credits

College Admission RequirementsCollege Admission Requirements

• English 4.0 credits• Math 3.0 credits• Science 3.0 credits• Social Studies 3.0 credits• Foreign lang. 2.0 credits• Art/Music 1.0 credit• 4 is highly recommended. Algebra II and

either chemistry or physics will soon be required in 2011.

Current 9th grader: Robert Miller

“ I’m glad to be a student at NCH. This school has benefitted me in many ways from the clubs I participate in and the sports I play. Being active in school activities keeps me out of trouble, and makes me a better person.”

Extra-curricular ActivitiesExtra-curricular Activities

We have many activities for our students to participate in!

AthleticsAcademic-Content basedArts

Current 9th grader: Kasey Shannon

NCH has impacted me in many ways. I am on the volleyball team. Being on the team has helped me release stress and showcase my talent. I am also a member of the Trojanettes dance team. Both of these activities are great activities to spend time in afterschool.

AthleticsAthletics

• Football• Basketball• Volleyball• Soccer• Cheerleading• Baseball• Softball• Wrestling• Track and Field• Trojanettes• Band

Current 9th grader: Victoria Collins

“I am in band and I am also a member of drama. Being a part of these two extracurricular activities has made me a more responsible person and aware of what’s going on around me in life.”

ExtracurricularExtracurricular

• Student Council• Student Leadership Team• Service leaders• Math and Science Club• Future Educators of America• Pep Club• Drama• National Honor Society• Environmental Club• And many more!

Current 9th grader: Meghan Fatora

“I am a member of the Student Leadership Team. Being a member has helped me to get involved and helping others. I participated in our Trunk or Treat so kids could have a safe Halloween. I am in band and it is something that I take pride in. I also participate in Drama which helps me release emotions and frustration with personal problems.”

Current 9th grader: Shawnbria Ray

“NCH has impacted me in different ways, especially the extracurricular activities. Band has helped me learn rhythm and takes up time in my day so I don’t have time to make mistakes that could be life changing. I play volleyball not just because it’s fun, but also because I have the freedom to push myself and show my talent while hanging out with my friends.

Athletic EligibilityAthletic Eligibility

Check out the NCAA webpage for details: www.ncaaclearinghouse.net

Eligibility-high school• Must be passing with at least a ‘D’ in 5 core

classes• Residency• Age, # of years to participate

What if I need help?What if I need help?

• You have several resources at your disposal in order to be successful at NCH!–Guidance counselor-assistance with scheduling,

conflicts, personal issues/conflicts, planning for future–Teacher-after school tutoring/extra help–Administrator-any assistance that we can offer or

direct you to the right place and to the right person.–Nurse-health/medical issues–Secretarial Staff-pay fees, attendance, guidance

appointments, extra love!–Counseling from outside agencies (grief, anger-

management, etc)

Special CoursesSpecial Courses

Personal development:◦9th and 10th graders participate in this weekly

class. Topics covered are: study skills, test taking strategies, personal development, decision-making, team building, self-esteem, positive self-images, peer pressure, teen/adolescent issues (dating, drugs, alcohol, topics covering personal, social, and emotional topics selected by students)

Special CoursesSpecial Courses

Study Skills:◦This class is designed for students who are

identified struggling learners where they learn strategies to be successful in the classroom: study skills, test-taking strategies, organizational skills, self-monitoring skills, reading, math, and writing strategies.

◦This is not study hall.

Post Secondary Enrollment OptionPost Secondary Enrollment Option

Students have the opportunity to enroll in college courses and receive dual credit towards both high school graduation requirements as well as college credit.

Eligibility is determined by receiving a passing score on the Compass test.

Course offerings:Psychology, English, Pre-Calculus

Vocational ProgramsVocational Programs

NCH students have the opportunity to attend Diamond or Scarlet Oaks their junior and senior year.

Sample of Programs:◦Health Tech◦Cosmetology◦Early Childhood Education◦Interactive Media◦Construction management

Vocational ProgramsVocational Programs

On-Site◦Tech. Ed◦Entertainment/Sports Marketing◦Teaching Professions

These programs are taught here at NCH by highly qualified staff who are trained in the courses they teach.

Preparing for the OaksPreparing for the Oaks

Visit the OaksBe in good credit standingSuccessfully complete Spanish I & II (if

you plan on attending a 4yr college)Complete fine arts requirementComplete health and gym requirement

Diamond and Scarlet OaksDiamond and Scarlet Oaks

NCH students have the opportunity to attend Diamond or Scarlet Oaks full or part time in their junior or senior year.

In order to be eligible: ◦You must be credit sufficient (on track with the

number of credits necessary to be classified as a junior)

◦Must have completed gym/health

AttendanceAttendance

• Students are expected to be at school everyday and be on time.

• If students are absent or tardy, they need to bring a note from a parent/guardian/doctor/court, etc in order to have the absence excused. (sign in with Mrs. Myers.)

• NCH has the automated dialer that notifies NCH families when a student is absent.

• If a student is absent/tardy excessively, he/she will be referred to the attendance officer and the parent and/or student could be cited to court.

Dress CodeDress Code

Students are expected to be in dress code everyday.◦Plain polo shirts in red, blue, white. (no logos-

butterflies, swoosh, reebok symbol unless it’s an NCH shirt)

◦Khaki or navy blue pants.◦Belt must be worn◦No open toe shoes, crocs, or flip flops◦No big purses

Dress CodeDress Code

Dress Code: No drag, no sag, no droop!Shirts should be tucked in!Belt loops require a belt!

When you are not in dress code, there will be consequences, such as ACA, ATS, and for repeat offenders, possible suspension.

Home/School contactHome/School contact

We encourage NCH families to maintain contact with the school, teachers, administrators, counselors to ensure your child’s academic success!

Parents have 24/7 access to student’s grades through Progress Book.

We have to work together to make sure that our children are getting the best education possible!

Our door is open! Come on in!

Former Students: Lucien Kidd-Morehouse College

“It wasn’t about being a genius, but simply taking advantage of the opportunities, assistance, wisdom, and direction offered to me. I also rose to the expectations set before me. I have pride in my work and faith in my teachers and coaches at NCH. They paved the road of success for me.”

Lucien KiddClass of 2010

Former Student:Khala Bush: Ursuline College

“I am a proud graduate of North College Hill. If it hadn’t been for the counselors, teachers and coaches, I wouldn’t be as disciplined in my studies or be the well rounded young lady I am today. Because of the teachers and coaches pushing me, I earned a track scholarship and am majoring in life sciences on my way to medical school.”Khala Bush C/O 2008