Mason High School Auditorium PARENT meeting: Curriculum NighT Online, AP, ARTICULATION Dual Enrollment Mason High School Auditorium

Tonight’s Objectives: What is it. How can it benefit the student Tonight’s Objectives: What is it? How can it benefit the student? What is the enrollment process? Online Courses AP Courses Articulation Opportunities Dual Enrollment

ONLINE CLASSES Students take virtual classes via the internet Recommend work in LMC Recommend own computer Variety of providers available Variety of course offerings Counts for credit, will factor into GPA Discuss E2020, MVHS Insert Suggested

Online Course Selection Business and Marketing Accounting A, B AP Computer Science A (Sem only) Business Ethics Employability Skills Career Planning and Development Career Exploration Foundations of Programming A, B Game Design Intro to Computer Programming – Java Intro to Computer Programming – Visual Basic.Net Web Design Basics HTML Computer Applications Digital Imaging and Communication Hospitality and Tourism: Traveling the Globe Sports and Entertainment Marketing Online Learning and Digital Citizenship English Language and Literature AP English (Sem only) Composition English 9 A, B English 10 A, B English 11 A, B Mythology and Folklore- Legendary Tales British Literature American Literature World Literature Intro to Literature Journalism Literature Reading for College Success Fine and Performing Arts AP Art History (Sem only) Art Appreciation Introduction to Art Art History Film Studies: American Film Survey Film Studies: Directors of the Golden Age Music Appreciation: Enjoyment of Listening  Language ASL 1-2 AP Chinese (Sem only) AP French (Sem only) AP Spanis (Sem only) Chinese 1-4 (Sem only) French 1-3 German, 1-4 Japanese 1-2 Latin 1-3 Spanish 1-4 Mathematics Algebra 1a, 1b Algebra 2a, 2b AP Calculus AB, BC (Sem only) AP Statistics A, B (Sem only) Calculus A, B Geometry A, B Math of Baseball Personal Finance Pre-Algebra – Math Concepts A, B Pre-Calculus A, B Probability and Statistics A, B Trigonometry Math Models A, B Financial Math   Physical, Health, and Safety Education Foundations of Personal Wellness A, B Healthy Living A, B Sciences Anatomy & Physiology A, B AP Biology (Sem only) AP Chemistry (Sem only) AP Environmental Science (Sem only) AP Physics 1 (Sem only) AP Physics 2 (Sem only) AP Physics C (Sem only) Astronomy Biology A, B Chemistry A, B Earth Science A, B Environmental Science A, B Forensic Science Oceanography A, B Physical Science A, B Physics A, B Veterinary Science: The Care of Animals Medical Terminology Social Science and History Anthropology - Introduction AP Human Geography (Sem only) AP Macroeconomics (Sem only) AP Microeconomics (Sem only) AP Psychology (Sem only) AP U.S. Government (Sem only) AP U.S. History (Sem only) AP World History (Sem only) Archaeology: Detectives of the Past Civics World Religions: Exploring Diversity Economics Leadership Skills Development Entrepreneurship Criminology Philosophy: The Big Picture Psychology Sociology Health Education U.S. History A, B World History Human Geography A, B *Additional courses can be found online at https://micourses.org/ Characteristics of successful online learners Self-motivated Students who can direct their own learning environment, fulfill course requirements and achieve individual academic success. Independent learner The online environment enables students to learn at their own pace, whether it’s traditional, extended or accelerated, relieving the stress of feeling rushed or pressured and providing enjoyment in the learning process. Computer literate Although it’s not necessary to have advanced computer skills, students should possess a working knowledge of electronic email, the Internet and basic keyboarding skills. Time management Students must be able to organize and plan their own best “time to learn.” There is no one best time for everyone, but the key to learning is to commit the time to learn. Effective writing skills Students must use electronic email to communicate with their peers as well as their instructors. The ability to write clearly in order to communicate ideas and assignments is very important to student success as well as a means to inform instructors of any concerns or problems. Personal commitment Since there are no bells that begin and end classes, students must have a strong desire to learn and achieve knowledge and skills via online courses. Making a commitment to learn in this manner is a very personal decision and requires a strong commitment to participate in order to achieve academic success. Section 21f VS E2020

Characteristics of Successful Online Learners Self-motivated Independent learner Computer literate Time management Effective writing skills Personal commitment Characteristics of successful online learners Self-motivated Students who can direct their own learning environment, fulfill course requirements and achieve individual academic success. Independent learner The online environment enables students to learn at their own pace, whether it’s traditional, extended or accelerated, relieving the stress of feeling rushed or pressured and providing enjoyment in the learning process. Computer literate Although it’s not necessary to have advanced computer skills, students should possess a working knowledge of electronic email, the Internet and basic keyboarding skills. Time management Students must be able to organize and plan their own best “time to learn.” There is no one best time for everyone, but the key to learning is to commit the time to learn. Effective writing skills Students must use electronic email to communicate with their peers as well as their instructors. The ability to write clearly in order to communicate ideas and assignments is very important to student success as well as a means to inform instructors of any concerns or problems. Personal commitment Since there are no bells that begin and end classes, students must have a strong desire to learn and achieve knowledge and skills via online courses. Making a commitment to learn in this manner is a very personal decision and requires a strong commitment to participate in order to achieve academic success.

Enrolling in Online Classes Enrollment request form Online Learning Readiness Rubric Online Learning Agreement Completed application due June 8th. No late applications accepted.

What is AP? Advanced Placement College Level Courses in High School Courses are set by College Board Topics Audit Syllabi End of Course Exams

Benefits to AP Classes Increased Rigor Preparation for Challenges in College Standardized Curriculum Impressive Transcript Colleges rank “Grades in college prep courses” and “Strength of curriculum” as the top two factors in the admission decision.* Potential to earn College Credit Translates to savings! * 2009 State of College Admission, NACAC

Credits for AP Courses Students earn High School Credit Students MAY earn college credit Register & Pay to take AP Exam Exams are administered in May Exams are scored 1-5 Colleges determine the credit issued to students based on AP Score

AP Credit Policy Information Information about AP credit and placement policies at many colleges and universities is available at https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/creditandplacement/search-credit-policies Search by name or by letter of the alphabet You will see two things for each school: A link to the college’s own Web page that details its AP credit and placement policies. A statement by the college or university about its AP policy.

Transfer Credit Examples MHS COURSE CMU CREDITS MSU CREDITS AP CHEM Score 3,4, or 5 = 5 credits Score 4 or 5 = 8 credits Score 3 = 5 credits AP BIO Score 3,4, or 5 = 4 credits AP GOV Score 3,4, or 5 = 3 credits Score 4 or 5 = 3 credits Score 3 = 0 credits, waive class AP CALC AP STAT Score 3,4 or 5 = 3 credits AP ENG Score 4 or 5 = 4 credits AP PHYSICS 1 AP US HISTORY Score 4 or 5 = 6 credits Score 3 = 3 credits Score 3, 4, 5 = 8 credits Score 2 = 0 credits, waive class AP WORLD HISTORY

MHS Expectations of AP Classes Challenging for all students Dedicate to working hard Increased daily work load Some courses have summer assignments Faster pace than typical courses Enroll for three trimesters More rigorous drop/add policy

Weighted Grading Scale Letter Grade Percentage Weight for AP courses A 93-100 5.0 A- 90-92 4.66 B+ 87-89 4.33 B 83-86 4.0 B- 80-82 3.66 C+ 77-79 3.33 C 73-76 3.0 C- 70-72 2.66 D+ 67-69 2.33 D 63-66 2.0 D- 60-62 1.66 F 0-59 0.0

College Board as a Resource https://apstudent.collegeboard.org/home Information by course Topic Outlines for each class Exam Breakdown Example Questions from previous Exams AP Credit Policy Info

Specialty Courses Specialty Course Application Online at https://mhscounseling.weebly.com/specialty-course-applications.html Applications due 1-11-2018 Includes all AP courses, Honors English, Journalism, School Store Acceptance, Waitlist, Denied Determinations Course Offerings determined by number of applications and subsequent enrollment

ARTICULATION OPPORTUNITIES Some colleges will award college credit for classes taken at the high school level Rules set by individual universities Davenport, LCC, MSU Applications in Counseling office Most WTC Programs have credit attached.

MHS Classes that May Articulate Davenport University LCC MSU Accounting 1 &2 Photoshop Web Page Design Information Tech 1 US History & Geography Law 1 Marketing Physics US Civics Spanish 1 Spanish 2 Accounting Career & College Child Development 2 Personal Finance School Store Webpage Design   FFA Program Completers Must earn B or better If taken Jr or Sr year Must take 1 LCC class within 2 yrs of HS grad State of MI agreement allows FFA ‘program completers’ 6 general science transfer credits

WTC Programs MAY Articulate Baker Davenport Delta Ferris Grand Rapids CC Henry Ford CC Jackson College LCC Lincoln Tech Northwestern MSU Olivet Sullivan U of N Ohio Washtenaw CC

College Classes: What is Dual Enrollment? Dual Enrollment allows your student to simultaneously enroll in both Mason High School and a local college/university or an online college/university. Earn high school college credit at the same time!

Who is eligible for Dual Enrollment classes? PLAN/PSAT/MME/EXPLORE/ACT /SAT Must be in good standing for graduation. Must be in good standing with attendance. Student completes all required paperwork for MHS. Student successfully enrolls in desired college/university. Including placement tests.

What types of courses are eligible for Dual Enrollment? Courses not offered by MHS Courses offered at MHS with scheduling conflict. The following courses do not qualify for Dual Enrollment or tuition support: Hobby, craft, or recreational courses Physical Education courses Theology, divinity, or religious education courses. Courses must be 3, 4, or 5 credits.

How much does the District pay for Dual Enrollment courses? Approximately $700 (for tuition and fees) for each eligible course Eligible fees include: Mandatory Course Fees Technology Fees Materials Fees Registration Fees Ineligible fees include: Transportation Parking Costs Activity Fees

Up to 10 classes!! Start DE in 9th Grade: up to 2 courses 9th, 10th, and 11th grade & 4 courses 12th grade Start DE in 10th grade: 2 courses in 10th grade & 4 courses in 11th and 12th grade Start DE in 11th or 12th grade: Up to 6 Dual Enrollment courses each year, not to exceed 10 Dual Enrollment courses total Grade will factor into GPA

STEPS Meet with counselor Apply to college and determine placement Select courses of interest for application Complete MHS Application for Dual Enrollment and College Approval Form Enroll in approved course Bring proof of enrollment to counseling

Questions? Thanks for coming!!