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AGENDA Freshman Center Diploma Types Using the Program of Studies Course Selections for the Freshman year Scheduling Process

FRESHMAN CENTER FLOOR DESIGN NURSE CAFETERIA

Carmel High School Mr. John Williams Principal Mr. Glander Assistant Principal Mrs. Skeens-Benton Assistant Principal

Freshman Center Counseling Office Student Service Coordinator Mrs. Lynch Admin. Assistant Ms. Cartwright Student Service Coordinator Mr.Chandler Counselor Mrs. Brown Counselor Mr. Schleper Counselor Mrs. Schwartz Counselor

Block Schedule B 1 B 2 B 3 B 4 G 1 G 2 SRT G 3 G 4 Blue Day Gold Day EACH CLASS IS 90 MINUTES LONG WITH 10 MINUTE PASSING PERIODS Blue Day B 1 B 2 B 3 B 4 Gold Day G 1 G 2 SRT G 3 G 4

What are the different types of diplomas from the state of Indiana?

State Recognized Diplomas 1. Core 40 2. Academic Honors 3. Technical Honors ALL ARE COLLEGE BOUND DIPLOMAS!

Core 40 CORE 40 DIPLOMA English 4 years 8 credits Math 3 years Science 3 years Social Studies 3 years PE 1 and PE 2 2 credits Health or IPR 1 semester 1 credit Electives 11 credits = 40 CREDITS

Academic Honors Diploma 1 more year of math 2 credits Core 40 Diploma English 4 years 8 credits Math 3 years 6 credits Science 3 years Social Studies 3 years PE 1 and PE 2 2 credits Health or IPR 1 semester 1 credit Directed Electives 5 credits Electives 40 credits 3 years of 1 world language or 2 years each of 2 different world languages 2 semesters of fine arts 2 credits Grades of C- or higher in courses that count toward diploma GPA of 3.0 or higher One of the following: 4 semesters of either Dual Credit/ AP courses Designated Score on Redesigned SAT Score 26 on ACT IB diploma

TECHNICAL HONORS DIPLOMA Core 40 Diploma + * 8 or more credits in a Career/Technical Program (Business, F &CS, Engineering) * Must have a 3.0 gpa or higher and grade C – or above in courses that will count toward the diploma. * Other additional requirements on page 5 of your Program of Studies.

How can I access the Program of Studies?

Information contained in the Program of Studies: Diploma information Course descriptions (arranged by departments alphabetically)

Name of Course: Prerequisite: Open to: Credits/Credit Weight: Course Description

How do I earn a credit? 1 Credit 0 Credit

How do I select courses for my freshman year?

COURSE SELECTION SHEET

Course Selections for the Freshman Year All Freshmen will take the following: ENGLISH BIOLOGY SOCIAL STUDIES MATH - Students Math placement will be determined in late Spring.

Course Selections for the Freshman Year (Con’t) Some Freshmen will add : English and /or math lab ENL Resource

Course Selections for the Freshman Year (Con’t) All freshmen take PE I and II Options: Freshmen Year, summer school, PE II Waiver PE II Waiver- IHSAA sanctioned sports, marching band, color guard, Accents, Ambassadors, Dance Team

INDIANA ONLINE ACADEMY (IOA) SUMMER SCHOOL INDIANA ONLINE ACADEMY (IOA) Dates and Times: June 5-July 20 (Final exam window is July 11 and July 17-20 at CHS) PE I Registration Deadline is March 1, 2017 Students must register at Indianaonlineacademy.org No Cost

Course Selections for the Freshman Year (Con’t) All students need 1 Health Credit (Health or IPR)

ELECTIVES- ART DEPARTMENT 2D ART

ELECTIVES- ART DEPARTMENT DRAWING

ELECTIVES- ART DEPARTMENT CERAMICS

ELECTIVES- ART DEPARTMENT JEWELRY

ELECTIVES- ART DEPARTMENT FIBER ARTS

ELECTIVES- BUSINESS DEPARTMENT INTRO TO BUSINESS 1

ELECTIVES- BUSINESS DEPARTMENT INTRO TO BUSINESS 2

ELECTIVES- BUSINESS DEPARTMENT INTRO TO COMPUTER SCIENCE

ELECTIVES- BUSINESS DEPARTMENT DIGITAL APPLICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITY (DAR)

ELECTIVES- BUSINESS DEPARTMENT COMPUTER TECH SUPPORT

ELECTIVES- COMMUNICATIONS STUDENT PUBLICATIONS: NEWSPAPER

ELECTIVES- COMMUNICATIONS STUDENT PUBLICATIONS: YEARBOOK

ELECTIVES- COMMUNICATIONS STUDENT PUBLICATIONS: RADIO

ELECTIVES- COMMUNICATIONS STUDENT PUBLICATIONS: TELEVISION

ELECTIVES- COMMUNICATIONS MASS MEDIA: VISUAL JOURNALISM

ELECTIVES-FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE INTRO TO FASHION AND TEXTILES

ELECTIVES-FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE NUTRITION AND WELLNESS

ELECTIVES-FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE ADVANCED NUTRITION: REGIONAL AMERICAN AND FOREIGN FOODS

ELECTIVES-FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE ADVANCED NUTRITION: BAKING

ELECTIVES-FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE ADULT ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITY

ELECTIVES-FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE PREPARING FOR COLLEGE AND CAREERS

ELECTIVES – PHYSICAL EDUCATION ADVANCED PHYSICAL CONDITIONING REQUIREMENTS: PE I (SUMMER OR FALL) BE ON A SCHOOL SPORT’S TEAM WHICH COUNTS FOR PE 2 CREDIT (CLUB TEAMS DON’T COUNT)

ELECTIVES – PHYSICAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: PE I (SUMMER OR FALL) BE ON A SCHOOL SPORT’S TEAM WHICH COUNTS FOR PE 2 CREDIT (CLUB TEAMS DON’T COUNT) Lifetime Fitness Physical Conditioning (PC) Functional Fitness Aquatic Fitness & Sports Cardiovascular Development Lifeguarding Certification (must turn 15 by the end of the class)

ELECTIVES-Special Programs AVID

ELECTIVES- WORLD LANGUAGES CHINESE FRENCH GERMAN HEBREW JAPANESE LATIN SPANISH

ELECTIVES-ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY INTRO TO ENGINEERING DESIGN (PLTW)

ELECTIVES-ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY INTRO TO CONSTRUCTION

ELECTIVES-ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY INTRO TO MANUFACTURING

ELECTIVES-ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY INTRO TO TRANSPORTATION

ELECTIVES-ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY INTRO TO DESIGN PROCESSES (DRAFTING)

ELECTIVES - ENGLISH AMERICAN LITERATURE CLASSICAL LITERATURE ENGLISH 12-2 DEBATE 1 ENGLISH LITERATURE LITERARY MOVEMENTS ENGLISH 12-2 ADVANCED SPEECH 3 BIBLICAL LITERATURE CREATIVE WRITING ENGLISH 12-2 ADVANCED SPEECH 4

ELECTIVES - SCIENCE PRINCIPLES OF BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE (PLTW)

ELECTIVES – PERFORMING ARTS TECH THEATRE

ELECTIVES – PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE ARTS

ELECTIVES – PERFORMING ARTS DANCE PERFORMANCE (COLOR GUARD)

ELECTIVES – PERFORMING ARTS BAND

ELECTIVES – PERFORMING ARTS ORCHESTRA

ELECTIVES – PERFORMING ARTS CHOIR

ELECTIVES – PERFORMING ARTS BEGINNING PIANO

What is the scheduling process for incoming freshmen?

As an 8th grader, you’ll… Watch a scheduling Power Point in Core +. Meet with CHS counselors in computer labs. Meet individually with a CHS Freshmen Counselor to finalize course requests.

Scheduling worksheet

How do I use the CHS On-line Course Request System?

In the search box, enter OCR

OCR

Student’s user name Student’s student number

Click on the Pencil

CLICK

Click on “View Course Requests”

Jane Doe

Open Window for On-line Scheduling The online scheduling window is currently open until the day the CHS counselors meet individually with the students. Carmel- January 24 Clay- January 31 Creekside- February 7

How do I change my schedule after meeting with the Counselor? A parent should e-mail the freshman counselor for any elective changes or questions about the course requests. Schedule change requests need to be made by March 1st. Requests for changes made between March 1st and May 1st will be honored only if seats are still available in a class.

What help is available if I get confused or have additional questions? PARENT COFFEES (8:30 A.M.) Carmel- Friday, Jan 13th Clay- Friday, Jan 20th Creekside- Friday, Jan 27th CHS COFFEE (7:00 P.M.) on Thursday, February 16th

Greyhound Kick-off Friday, August 11 9:30-2:30 The first day of school is Tuesday, August 15th This is a wonderful opportunity for the students to become familiar with the Freshmen Center and CHS prior to that first day of school. These forms will be mailed to you in June. Return only the bottom part with your check. Keep the top part for your records to help you remember if you registered.

In summary… If you have questions, contact your assigned high school counselor. You have until March 1st to finalize the decision. The CHS Counselors will take care of you!