SPAGHETTI DINNER March 1, 2018 class of 2022 Welcome to High School!

Cincinnati Christian schools Principal Mrs. Kim stone ACT ASPIRE – REQUIRED IN 9TH GRADE May 2, 3, and 4, 2018 Subjects: English, Math, Reading , Science, and Writing

Advice from seniors “What I wish I knew my Freshmen year, and why Freshmen year is important.” JACKIE BIDDLE – VALEDICTORIAN GRACE EDMONSTON - SALUTATORIAN CLASS OF 2018

Cora binder, Guidance Counselor Academic Side Graduation Requirements Ohio Assessment Pathway - ACT Standard and Honors Diplomas Transcripts GPA CCS Classes/CCP Scheduling Process Next Steps Social Side Getting Involved (Clubs and organizations)

Social Science & Civic Engagement Academic Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2020 and Beyond – Page 4   CCS Diploma Academic Honors International Baccalaureate STEM Arts Social Science & Civic Engagement Biblical Studies1 4 English Mathematics2 Science3 3 411 511 Social Studies Foreign Language ---- 3 of 1 OR 2 of 25,11 OR 2 of 25, 11 Fine Arts 1 PE6 .50 or waiver Health .50 Research *Speech10th/11th Communication Technology **Electives 5.5 27,11 37,11 Total Credits 27 32-33 29-30 36-37 Ohio Testing Requirement8 Required GPA 3.50 on a 4.00 scale11 3.50 on a 4.00 scale11 ACT/SAT 27 ACT OR 1280 SAT11, 12 Field Experience9 Yes11 Portfolio10

4 Credits- Biblical Studies, English, Math (Alg. II) Class of 2020 And Beyond CCS Standard Diploma Biblical Studies1 4 English Math2 Science3 3 Social Studies Foreign Language ---- Fine Arts 1 PE6 .50 or waiver Health .50 Research *Speech Communication Technology **Electives 5.5 Total Credits 27 Ohio State Assessment ACT - Required 4 Credits- Biblical Studies, English, Math (Alg. II) 3 Credits -Science (Biology, and a Physical Science) 3 Credits- Social Studies (World History, U.S. History, Gov’t., Econ.) 1 Credit- Fine Arts .50 Credit- PE Class (or waiver), Health, Technology, Research Speech Communication (required - .50 credit) Electives – 5.5 credits Ohio State Assessment Pathway (ACT) Suggested: 2 credits of Foreign Language TOTALING 27 credits Page 4

OHIO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION HONORS DIPLOMAS   4 NEW: Ohio Department of Education HONORS DIPLOMAS INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE HONORS CORA BINDER STEM GINA SMEARSOLL ARTS PATRICK DWYER SOCIAL SCIENCE AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT JESSE HOLTHUS Biblical Studies1 4 English Mathematics2 Science3 411 511 3 Social Studies Foreign Language OR 2 of 25, 11 3 of 1 OR 2 of 25,11 Fine Arts 1 PE6 .50 or waiver Health .50 Research *Speech Communication Technology **Electives ---- 27,11 37,11 Total Credits 29-30 36-37 Ohio Testing Requirement8 Required GPA 3.50 on a 4.00 scale11 ACT/SAT 27 ACT OR 1280 SAT11, 12 Field Experience9 Yes11 Portfolio10 OHIO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION HONORS DIPLOMAS

Ohio assessment pathway ACT ENGLISH – 18 OR HIGHER MATHEMATICS – 22 OR HIGHER READING – 22 OR HIGHER OR SAT WRITING – 430 OR HIGHER MATHEMATICS – 520 OR HIGHER READING - 450 OR HIGHER Back of Credit Tracker – page 7

High school is a 4 year plan Don’t wait until the end to make it work

When selecting classes, it is important to keep the future in mind. Do you want to go to college? What career are you interested in? What classes do you need now to help you in the future? You have big dreams. Here’s how to achieve them. Education.ohio.gov/CareerConnections Career Pathways Link your interests to a future career

9th- Biology 9th- Geometry 10th- Chemistry 10th- Algebra II Education.ohio.gov/CareerConnections - Page 64 For example: Mechanical Engineering: 8th- Algebra I 9th- Biology 9th- Geometry 10th- Chemistry 10th- Algebra II 11th- Chemistry II 11th- Pre-Calc/Trig 12th- Physics or 12th- AP Calculus AB AP Physics www.ohiomeanjobs.com Career Pathways

An Example of Courses with Secondary and Postsecondary Credits Secondary Pathway: Engineering and Design Postsecondary Program: Chemical Technology An Example of Courses with Secondary and Postsecondary Credits Secondary 7 8 English I Algebra I Physical Science Social Studies Fine Arts Pre-Engineering Technologies 9 10 English II Geometry Biology World History Health (.5) PE (.5) Manufacturing Operations World Languages 11 English III Algebra II Chemistry U.S. History Computer Integrated Manufacturing Engineering Principles   12 English IV Trigonometry/ Calculus Physics U.S. Government Manufacturing Capstone Postsecondary Year 1 1st Semester English Composition I Calculus I General Chemistry I Chemistry Lab Intro to Science Professions 2nd Semester Humanities Elective Calculus II General Chemistry II Chemistry Lab II Year 2 History Elective Physics I Organic Chemistry I Organic Chem Lab I English Composition II Physics II Organic Chemistry II Organic Chem Lab II Social Science Elective High School Career-Technical Education Program Courses High School Courses for Postsecondary Credit (Including Apprenticeship Hours) and the Corresponding Postsecondary Courses Required Courses Recommended Electives

Starting with your freshmen year GPA- Grade Point Average. Transcripts. Credits. Each class is important. Do your best. These grades go on your high school transcript.

GPA- Grade Point Average Each grade is assigned a numerical value, which is used to compute your Grade Point Average. For example, A = 4.0, B- = 3.0. Honors, AP Courses, and College Credit Plus Courses are all weighted on a 5. 0 Scale. For example: A+ = 5.0, B- = 3.3. Grading Scale – page 8 CCS Calculating Grade Point Average GPA Computation Example 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Courses Mark GPV Multiply Attempted Credits Equal Computed GPA English II A X 0.5 = AP Biology B+ Physical Education C- 0.25 US Government B- 1.5 Spanish I F Choir D 1.1 0.55 Computer Applications   Total 3.25 8.55 Divide the total computed grade points by total attempted credits. The quotient will equal the GPA. / 2.63 Computed grade points Total attempted credits GPA

How do I earn good grades? Time Management Be prepared for class Complete assignments thoroughly and on time Set aside time each day for school work Take notes If you don’t understand, ask questions Stay Motivated

8 classes each year how do I choose my classes? PAGE 2 Math- Every Year; 4 credits required (Math Placement determined by Math Department) Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Precalc or College Algebra CCP/Honors Precalculus H. Geom. H. Alg. II CCP/Honors College Algebra CCP/Honors Statistics I AP Calculus AB English- Every Year; 4 credits - required (English Placement determined by English Department) English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12 or H. Eng. 9 H. Eng. 10 Honors English 11 CCP/Honors Composition I CCP/Honors Composition I CCP/Honors Composition II CCP/Honors Intro. to Lit Bible- Every Year; 4 credits – required (12 volunteer hours, 4 sermon notes. Turned in quarterly.) Old Testament (9th) New Testament (10th) 11th/12th: Apologetics & Comparative Religions, Biblical Theology, Christian Perspectives on Philosophy, Church History, Foundational Christian Doctrines, Personal Discipleship and Evangelism, and Responsible Servanthood

8 classes each year how do I choose my classes? Social Studies- 3 credits – required ; 4 credits for Honors Diploma World History (.5) U.S .History American Government and Economics Honors World History (.5) CCP/Honors American History I Contemporary World Issues CCP/Honors American History II World Geography CCP/Honors Psychology Psychology Christian Perspectives on Philosophy (can be used as Bible or Social Studies credit) Science- 3 credits – required ; 4 credits for Honors Diploma Biology A Physical Science Additional Science H. Bio. Intro to Physics and Chemistry (IPC) Earth Science, Anatomy & Physiology Chemistry I and II, H. Chem. I & II Physics, AP Physics 1 H. Scientific Research & Investigation CCP/Honors Biology I & II

8 classes each year how do I choose my classes? Fine Arts- 1 credit - required Drawing I/II Clay I/II Painting I/II Jewelry I Mixed Media I/II Textiles I/II Graphic Design I/II Photography I/II Journalism II (can be used as a Fine Art or elective credit) Portfolio Prep- Summer reading required, take before AP Studio Art, 2-3 art classes completed Senior Independent Design- Students interested in pursuing career in Art and Design AP Studio Art -Juniors and Seniors, summer reading, Photography, Drawing I and II, Studio time

8 classes each year how do I choose my classes? Fine Arts, continued. Drama- Working in close relation to our Fall and Spring Plays Performance Theater Technical Theater – Application and approval by teacher Music Band, Honors Band, Jazz Band Choir, Honors Choir

8 classes each year how do I choose my classes? Health- .5 credit required, Freshman Year Health CCP/Honors Personal & Community Health Behavior PE- .5 credit required, total of 2 semesters (each semester of PE worth .25 credits) PE class or Fitness Training OR PE Waiver (No Credit) Summer PE (June 4 – 15, 8a.m.-3 p.m./M-F, $345. See Mr. Ken Peters for details) Technology - .5 credit required. 1/2 credit Computer Applications (Word, Excel, PPT) Computer Science Discoveries I/II Graphic Design I/II CCP/Honors Computer Programming Foundations* * 9th Grade Instructor Approval Speech Communication - .5 credits required. ½ credit

8 classes each year how do I choose my classes? Electives Research- semester (required) Freshmen Year Foreign Language- Spanish I, II, Honors Spanish III, Honors Spanish V German I, II, Honors German III, Honors German IV. CCP/Honors Spanish I, CCP/Honors Spanish II, CCP/Honors Spanish III, CCP/Honors Spanish IV Debate- semester class Other Electives- Chapel Leadership Consumer Skills Journalism I & II Paw Print Yearbook (Pass/Fail) Study Hall Debate Community Service Learning I and II

Earning College Credit in high School?! Page 3 AP Courses – (AP Exam) AP Studio Art Drawing (bi-annual), and AP Studio Art 2-D/3-D AP Physics and AP Calculus College Credit Plus Program- Look for an Informational Night Meeting in Late Winter/Jan. 2019 CCP on CCS Website Mrs. Smearsoll – College Credit Plus Coord.

Honors and AP Courses – page 3 Geometry, Algebra II English 9, 10 and 11 Biology, Chemistry I, Chemistry II, Scientific Research and Investigation Spanish III,V German III and IV Band, Choir World History AP Calculus AB AP Physics 1 AP Studio Art Drawing AP Studio Art 2-D AP Studio Art 3-D

College Credit Plus (CCP) Earn college and high school credits at the same time by taking college courses. Honors Courses. Promote rigorous academic pursuits for college-ready students. Free program (includes tuition, books, and fees) on CCS Campus (18 courses), at public colleges and universities. Private colleges may have limited costs.

College Credit Plus (ccp)/Honors Classes – page 3 English: Composition I Composition II Introduction to Literature Foreign Language: Spanish I, II, III, IV Math: Pre-Calculus College Algebra Statistics I Physical Ed./Health Personal &Community Health Behavior Science: Biology I Biology II Social Studies: American History I American History II Psychology Technology Computer Programming Foundations (Instructor approval) Engineering Principles of Engineering

8 classes (Bells) for Freshmen year – Page 2 Biblical Studies – Old Testament English - English 9, Honors English 9 Math - Algebra I, Geometry or Honors Geometry Science - Biology or Honors Biology Social Studies - World History/Honors World History/Research (1 sem. Each) Health/PE or (PE Waiver/No credit) – (1 sem. Each) 2 remaining periods: Foreign Language, Fine Art (art, music or drama), Technology, or Electives Recommended Four Year Plan in Course of Study – Page 2 *Schedule changes can only be made during the first two weeks of the semester.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS: Getting Involved Art Club - Mrs. Ashford Athletics – Mr. Gillens/Mrs. Reutener Book Club (JH-SH) Mrs. Rice Cappies (Drama) - Mrs. Perry Chess Club - Mrs. Smearsoll Chickfila Leadership* - Mrs. Parker Class Officers - Jrs/Mrs. McKain, Srs/Mrs. Gottula Culture & Diversity Council - Mrs. Stone Film Club - Mr. Ben Gillens MVC Forum - Mr. Steve Gillens National Honor Society* Mrs. Zaffiro National Junior Honor Society* Ms. Barthelemy Novel Writing – Mrs. Rice Paw Print/Journalism**- Mrs. Zaffiro Spanish Conversation - Mrs. Gant Student Council -Miss Peters Tech Olympics - Mr. Burkett Theater/Drama – Mrs. Perry Yearbook – Mrs. Totten Clubs subject to change each year – (handout) - *Students must qualify to be apart of this club **These are classes offered in our course offerings

Parents- getting involved VIP Report – Very/Vital Important Parent CCS Website – Page 40 Academics> Guidance Office >JH/SH Resources will be listed on the left Powerschool – assignments/grades Renweb – Report card grades and transcripts Volunteer Opportunities

Future Informational Events hosted by the guidance department 9th- Group meetings in classrooms for students 10th/11th- Scheduling/College/Career presentations for Parents and Students 11th Spring Individual Student/Parent Meetings 12th- Parent/Student College Planning Meeting – Sept. College/Career Day (Career Professionals) 24 Colleges CCP/AP

Other Informational Opportunities Powerschool Training Computer Rollout- Students (August) Back to School - August Summer Reading Assignments (Honors Classes)

Guidance Department Testing TESTING: SPRING 2018 – Page 21 and 22 ACT ASPIRE – (7th/8th/9th Required) May 2, May 3, May 4 (ACT Practice) AP Exams: May, 2018 – AP Calculus AB and AP Physics 2018-19 PSAT Test- Oct. 10, 2018. Required for juniors, sophomores can elect to take for $15 fee. Register with Guidance Office (SAT Practice) ACT Test - February 20, 2019. Required for Juniors (State-funded), sophomores and seniors can pay to take. Register with the Guidance Office. ACT ASPIRE – (7th/8th/9th Required) - 2019

Planning for 9th grade handbook Employment - Work Permit Application – Page 35 Freshman Year Timeline – Page 46 College Application Process – Page 50 Scholarships Search – Page 56 Career Search Resources – Page 64

Any questions about today’s presentation? Thank you for coming! NEXT STEPS - ONLINE RENWEB SCHEDULE REQUESTS: 1. Discuss with parents class choices based upon career aspirations. (utilize: Education.ohio.gov/CareerConnections) 2. Pencil in classes you would like to take following the required classes on your credit tracker. 3. Any honors or CCP courses must be approved by appropriate teacher. Department Chairs will share this approved google document list with Guidance Office. 4. Be prepared to schedule 2018-19 classes online through Renweb by the end of March. Schedule Request deadline will be after spring break. 5. Guidance Office will email detailed Renweb online schedule instructions. 6. Scheduling Questions: Ask teachers, guidance office or submit email to: scheduling@cincinnatichristian.org Cincinnati College Fair : APRIL 24, 2018 (6:30 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.) Cintas Center/Xavier University Any questions about today’s presentation?