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Scheduling Orientation for Parents of the Class of 2016
Cheryl Wojtas-Superintendent
Brian Pearson-Curriculum Director
Mike Stefanski-Principal
Curt Chrencik-Assistant Principal
Sheryl Florian-Lead Teacher/Interim Asst. Principal
Lisa Greenier-Counselor (A-G)
Terri Eckstein-Counselor (H-O)
Jeff Hervela-Counselor (P-Z)
Diverse Curriculum allows GHS to provide multiple career pathways
All MME Curriculum fully aligned to the Michigan HSCE’s (High School Content Expectations)
67% of our Advanced Placement (AP) Students scored a 3 or higher on their AP Exams
GHS Students scored above the state average in all areas of the MME/ACT Exams (English, Math, Reading, Science)
77% of the 2011 GHS graduates are pursuing degrees after high school
Michigan Merit Curriculum
Gaylord High School Graduation Requirements
Curriculum Guide
Core/Elective Programs
Class Selection Sheet
Educational Opportunities
CTE Programs
Questions/Answers
State of Michigan requirements
4 credits of Math including Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II (Must take Math class during senior year)
3 credits of Social Studies which must include United States History, Economics, Civics and World History
4 credits of English
3 credits of Science which must include Biology and either Chemistry or Physics
1 credit of Visual, Performing or Applied Arts
1 credit of Physical Education (.5)/Health (.5)
2 credits of Foreign Language
Complete Michigan Merit Curriculum=18 credits (Blue handout)
Complete additional 3 credits for a total of 21 credits
Complete the Michigan Merit Exam during junior year (Spring of 2015)
Provides detailed information about:
Core Classes (beginning pg. 12)
Elective Classes
CTE Classes
Graduation Requirements (handouts)
Career Pathways (pg. 3-4)
Dual Enrollment (Junior/Senior year; pgs.5-6)
English 9 (pg. 12)
US History (pg. 14)
Physical Science or Biology (pg. 18)
Algebra I or Geometry (pg. 21)
Method of selecting classes
Students will receive scheduling sheet on Feb. 9th at GMS
Parent signature required
Return to 8th grade Science teachers at GMS by Feb. 16th
Teacher signatures required for Math and Science
Be sure to include alternative class choices
Educational Development Plan information on back
Art (pg. 26-27)
Music (pg. 24)
Choir (pg. 24-25)
Engineering Sciences (pg. 28)
Foreign Languages (pg. 23)
Theater (pg. 25)
Physical Education (pg . 31)
Health (pg. 35)
Career and Technical Education Programs
GHS Offers 11 Advanced Placement Courses
7 Career and Technical Programs
21 Athletic Programs
12 Different Clubs and Activities
Class of 2011 earned over $337, 725 worth of scholarships
Automotive Technology (pg. 37)
Business/Accounting/Computers (pg. 32-34)
Medical Occupations (pg. 30-31)
Partnership with OMH
Applied Botany and Horticulture (pg. 20)
Marketing Education/The Spirit Zone (pg. 34)
Personal and Culinary Arts (pg. 36)
Feb. 9th -GHS counselors meet with current 8th grade students at GMS
Students will bring Class Selection Sheets home to be signed
Class Selection Sheets need to be returned by Feb. 16th to GMS Science teacher.
Freshman Orientation will take place prior to the start of the school year (usually Thursday before Labor Day)
Questions?
GHS counselors: Lisa Greenier: A-G [email protected] Terri Eckstein: H-O [email protected] Jeff Hervela: P-Z [email protected]
GHS Administration Mike Stefanski: [email protected] Curt Chrencik: [email protected] Sheryl Florian: [email protected]
GHS Main Office: 731-0969 www.gaylordschools.com