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College Credit Plus program Your student can earn college credits while taking high school courses, if accepted into the college (usually determined through ACT or Compass tests). We have been assured that all college courses to public colleges will be tuition-free to private, as well as public, school students.. Advantages of CCP: save on college tuition, early taste of college-level work Disadvantages of CCP: heavier work responsibilities, reimburse the state if student withdraws (after the no-fault deadline) or fails course

CCP continued All qualified students in grades 7-12 may participate in CCP. Students must notify the office their planned participation in CCP by March 30. More specific info not needed until later. Each completed course will result in award of one HS credit.* The first CCP sequence offered on campus (10th grade) is American Culture and History (AMST 1010 and 1030). The sequence is a six-hour semester sequence (two 3-hour classes). Freshmen must have at least a 3.5 GPA and obtain a score of at least 18 on the Reading portion of the ACT or score at least an 80 on the Compass Reading Test. Compass tests will be administered at MCS this spring.

CCP continued For 11th grade, CCP Chemistry (CHEM 1010 and 1030) is a CCP option. Requires a 2.75 GPA and an ACT Math score of at least 21 or a Compass score of at least 65 on Pre-Algebra. These requirements are regardless of whether PSO History was taken the previous year. Anatomy is available for Juniors and Seniors. Western Civilization will be available to Juniors and Seniors. English Composition is available for Seniors Other classes may be available as well

Students must still meet regular CCP requirements NCSC Online Courses List of courses may be found on the NCSC website (type in College Credit Plus in website search engine) HS site based: primarily for students from a specific HS Students must still meet regular CCP requirements

NCSC Online Courses Examples (See NCSC website for more) Introduction to Criminal Justice American Culture and History (to 1877) Introduction to Psychology Introduction to Sociology Space is limited, so these classes may not be available.

Advanced Placement We will continue to offer AP Calculus. Advanced Placement courses in Ohio are likely to diminish in all schools due to the expected popularity of CCP. The advantage of AP for schools is that it is easier to get qualified teachers. It is not as much of an advantage for students.

Ohio Graduation Requirements The state of Ohio has established these course requirements for graduation for the class of 2014 and beyond. English – 4 units Health – ½ unit Mathematics – 4 units, including Algebra 2 Physical Education – ½ unit (sports waiver may apply) Science – 3 units, must include physical science, biology, and 1 unit of advanced science Social Studies – 3 units (Beginning with freshmen in 2017, World History will be required) Electives – 5 units

Honors Diploma The State of Ohio has an honors diploma (considered College Prep III at MCS) http://www.ode.state.oh.us – Search: Honors diploma Basic requirements – 7 of 8 criteria must be fulfilled English – 4 credits Science – 4 credits (must include chemistry and physics) Social Studies – 4 credits MCS offers Western Civ as an optional social studies class Mathematics – 4 credits (Alg. 1 and 2, Geometry, and higher level course) Foreign Language – 3 units Fine Arts – 1 credit ACT score of at least 27 or SAT of 1210 (not including writing) GPA – at least 3.5

MCS Graduation Requirements 24 units required* *Minimum required number of semesters also required for most core courses Fine arts requirement 1Bible unit for each year at MCS high school Three college prep diploma tracks offered (see academic handbook for details)

End-of-Course Requirements Class of ‘17 is the final class required to pass OGT Currently, all state scholarship students, beginning with the Class of 2018, must take EOC tests in 7 subjects. (English I, English II, Science, Algebra I, Geometry, Amer. History, Amer. Gov.) New legislation will likely allow private school students to take an alternative assessment, chosen by the school. It is unknown whether this would apply to ALL students within the school.

Credit Flex The Credit Flex program is a state-allowed option affecting how credits can be earned. Previously, credits were earned based on the amount of time a student spent in class. Credit Flex is based on content rather than time. All grades received via Credit Flex are treated as any other grade on the transcript. There is no distinguishing features on the transcript to identify Credit Flex grades.

In short, there are three main Credit Flex options: Optional Delivery – MCS currently does this via Ignitia and Rosetta Stone. Testing Option – Students may opt to take only prescribed tests and projects as predetermined by the teacher as the basis for the grade. Note: A student may not do this in conjunction with taking the class. The class must be a separate and independent endeavor. 3. A student may suggest an alternate course to take for credit to administration no later than May 1st for the following school year. The student is responsible for presenting a plan that shows that the course addresses all pertinent state standards and biblical integration. A presentation must be made prior to the deadline date to the administration by appointment.

College Preparation 1) Testing Currently, the PSAT is given to all juniors. It is a practice test for the SAT, which is an alternative to the ACT. The use of the PSAT in the future is uncertain. Decide whether the ACT test as a sophomore is advisable. Definitely take the ACT as a junior. It is likely that a new test will be given to students in grades 7-12 as an alternative to the EOC tests.

2) College Visits It is recommended that students make at least two college visits by the end of junior year. The junior year is the best time to start the college visitation process as some colleges reward early application and commitment. A College Visit Permission Form should be obtained from the office. Proper filling out of this form prior to your visit will treat the visit as a field trip and not an absence.

Course Changes It is too early to know what course changes are in store for next year and what will be the teacher assignments. Bible has been revamped to have grades 9-10 and 11-12 together in order to give more schedule flexibility.

Career Exploration Websites Focus 2 and Career Coach sponsored by NCSC provides interest inventory, career titles, training required, salary ranges, job prospects in area and state appropriate for grades 8-12

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