2018-2019 Scheduling Information and Graduation Requirements Class of 2022 Dr. Brian Disney, Principal

New Graduation Pathway Requirements Begins with Class of 2023 (current 7th graders) but can be used for current juniors, sophomores, freshmen, and 8th graders. In Rule-Making now; we do not have details at this time.

Graduation Requirements Philosophy To succeed in some form of quality postsecondary education and training, every Hoosier high school graduate will have: Awareness of and engagement with individual career interests and options Foundation of academic and technical skills Demonstrate employability skills

Graduation Requirements Overview Currently, graduates must satisfy two requirements: High School Diploma Graduation Qualifying Exam (ISTEP+ Grade 10) With new requirements, graduates must satisfy all three Graduation Pathway Requirements: Employability Skills Postsecondary-Ready Competencies No More Graduation Exam (and No More Retesting)

Learn and Demonstrate Employability Skills Must be validated locally by Student-Work Product and School Validation Options: Project-Based Learning: capstone, research, other major project-based learning Service-Based Learning: meaningful volunteer or civic engagement, school-based activity for at least one academic year Work-Based Learning: internship, Governor’s Work Ethic Certificate, employment outside of the school day Standards may include Indiana’s Employability Skills Benchmarks and comparable character development benchmarks.

Postsecondary-Ready Competencies Honors Diploma ACT, SAT, or ASVAB test scores Industry credential, certification, or apprenticeship CTE Concentrator (6 HS credits in one CTE pathway like Ag) AP/Dual Credit (C average in at least 3 courses one of which must be English, math, science, or social studies) Locally-created pathway (requires State Board approval)

Graduation Requirements Review Starts with Class of 2023 (current 7th graders) but can be used for current juniors, sophomores, freshmen, and 8th graders. Graduates must satisfy all three Graduation Pathway Requirements: High School Diploma, Employability Skills, and Postsecondary-Ready Competencies Department of Education and State Board of Education are currently working on the details. Introduce counselors

MHS School Counselors Mrs. Mitchel: A-Fe Mrs. Colbert: Fi-Mc Mrs. Iams: Me-Te Mrs. Mikesell: Th-Z

Graduation Requirements

Core 40 8 credits of English 6 credits of Math: one math or QR course each year, including Alg I, Geometry, and Alg II 6 Science credits, to include Bio I, and either Chem I, ICP, or Physics. 6 Social Studies credits, including US History, World History, Government and Economics. Minimum = 40 CREDITS

Core 40: Academic Honors 8 credits of English 8 credits of Math – must have math all 4 years of high school 6 Science credits: to include Bio I and Chem I, ICP, or Physics, ESSC. 6 Social Studies credits: US History, World History, Government, Economics 3 years of one foreign language, or 2 years of one + 2 years of a 2nd foreign language 2 Fine Arts credits– Music, Art, Theatre Arts, Student Publications Earn 6 college credits, 4 AP credits, or a combination of the two Minium cumulative GPA 2.7 by graduation Minimum = 47 CREDITS

Academic Honors Requirements (cont) Earn 6 college credits, 4 AP credits, or a combination of the two: 1. Two year-long AP courses, totaling 4 AP credits OR 2. Two DC courses, totaling 6 college credits OR 3. One AP course and one year-long AP course AHD does NOT require “Honors” courses

Technical Honors diploma Complete all requirements for Core 40. Earn 6 credits in the college and career preparation courses in a state-approved College & Career Pathway and one of the following: Pathway designated industry-based certification or credential, or Pathway dual credits from the approved dual credit list resulting in 6 transcripted college credits Earn a grade of “C-” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma. Have a cumulative grade point average of a “2.7” or better. Complete one of the following, Any one of the options (A - F) of the Core 40 with Academic Honors Earn the following scores or higher on WorkKeys: Reading for Information – Level 6, Applied Mathematics – Level 6, and Locating Information - Level 5. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Accuplacer: Writing 80, Reading 90, Math 75. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Compass: Algebra 66, Writing 70, Reading 80. Minimum = 47 CREDITS

Language Arts & U.S. History -Honors (ID) or Regular Students who are diligent about completing/turning in homework, school attendance, are likely to be successful in English 9 Honors ID. Must be earning A or high B in current class If students sign up for English 9 Honors ID, they will be co-enrolled in U.S. History Honors ID. Together, these classes will focus on content-specific literacy and writing skills.

Students Who Successfully Completed: Algebra, Adv Students Who Successfully Completed: Algebra, Adv. Math, and/or Biology in 8th grade: Alg 1: next math course is Geometry Honors (based on success in Alg I and teacher recommendation). Adv. Math 8: next math course is Alg I H Biology: next science course options include: Chem I, Chem I Honors, and/or Principles of Biomedical Science, depending on success in Algebra I

Freshman year is a big transition, even for strong students. Do I take the rigorous class and risk a lower grade or take the easier class and ensure a good grade? Freshman year is a big transition, even for strong students. Consider time commitments Focus on strengths/interests Maintain balance Consider teacher recommendations Do not overschedule your workload

MHS Curriculum Guide 2018-19 MHS Curriculum Guide: Please read course descriptions when selecting courses Prerequisites, length of course, grade level and cost Opportunities for Dual Credit and AP courses are marked in course manual Elective PE courses Sports physical required for Elective PE Adv. Physical Conditioning (APC) Water Fitness is prerequisite for Lifeguarding (must be 15 to take LG) Students are eligible to take one Study Hall per semester. Please include this in your course requests in Skyward

MHS Curriculum Guide Please Note… Course Description Length of Course Grade Level Estimated Cost Prerequisites

FRESHMAN ELECTIVE OPTIONS Agricultural Education Introduction to Agriculture Business & Information Technology Introduction to Business Prep for College & Careers Principles of Business Management Career-Based Education Introduction to Engineering & Design/PLTW Introduction to Construction Family & Consumer Sciences Introduction to Culinary Hospitality Interpersonal Relationships Foreign Language Spanish I French I Health & P.E. Elective PE Language Arts Speech Advanced Speech Journalism Science Principles of Biomedical Sciences/PLTW Performing Arts Band Choir Orchestra Theatre Arts Advanced Theatre Arts Visual Arts Introduction to 2D Art Introduction to 3D Art Photography 2nd semester options

Credits One semester class = 1 credit. For each class you pass, you earn 1 credit. (No cred. study hall/TA) 7 periods per day x 2 semesters = 14 credits per school year (if no study hall) If study hall each semester for four years = 48 credits (12 year x 4 years) Minimum number of credits for a diploma is 40. The Th and AHD diplomas require a minimum of 47 credits. There is time in the day to complete 56 credits over 4 years. Chronic Absences: students may lose credits

Area 31 career center (11th & 12th) http://www.wayne.k12.in.us/area31/ Apply spring of 10th grade year Attendance, discipline, & credits Most programs offer dual credit & lead to a Technical Honors diploma

Scheduling/Course Requests Please review and sign the form with your parent/guardian. Students will enter requests into Skyward on Friday. No requests for changes after May 1. This includes changes to the second semester.

on the MCSC/MHS sites: school counseling > scheduling Ashley Student

Ashley Student Journalist Therapist English 9 1002A Algebra 1 2520A Biology 3024A US History 1542A English 9 1002B Algebra 1 2520B Biology 3024B US History 1542B on the MCSC/MHS sites: school counseling > scheduling

Ashley Student Journalist Teacher English 9 1002A Algebra 1 2520A Biology 3024A US History 1542A English 9 1002B Algebra 1 2520B Biology 3024B US History 1542B on the MCSC/MHS sites: school counseling > scheduling Foreign language? Arts Program? Phys Ed/Health? Fill in with electives!

Online Scheduling

What Happens Next? We use student requests to generate the master schedule. Counselors will meet with students individually to finalize course requests. Requests for a particular teacher or lunch period cannot be accommodated. Finalized schedules will be available at the start of next school year.

Make High School Count! Grades GPA & class rank Get community service and volunteer experience Get involved in clubs/extracurricular activities Have a career/college action plan

IHSAA and NCAA requirements IHSAA: For high school athletic eligibility, student- athletes must 5 classes. NAIA: http://www.playnaia.org/ NCAA: https://web3.ncaa.org/ecwr3/ Eligibility Center: calculate Core Course GPA

21st Century Scholars

Q & A Session Mrs. Mitchel– A-Fe michelle.mitchel@mooresvilleschools.org Mrs. Colbert– Fi-Mc amy.colbert@mooresvilleschools.org Mrs. Iams– Me-Te sarah.iams@mooresvilleschools.org Mrs. Mikesell– Th-Z laura.mikesell@mooresvilleschools.org