FRANKLIN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Welcome Class of 2018!

COUNSELORS Mrs. Wendy Ralston All Freshmen Mrs. Kacee Murphy A-G (grades 10-12) Mrs. Jan Henderson H-O (grades 10-12) Mrs. Diana Hughes P-Z (grades 10-12) Counseling Department Website

SCHEDULING HIGHLIGHTS 8 th GRADERS RECEIVED COURSE BOOKS AND SCHEDULING SHEETS ON JAN. 24 th ATTEND SCHEDULING NIGHT/COURSE FAIR READ AND DISCUSS COURSE PLANNING BOOKLET, GOALS, GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS, POST-SECONDARY PLANS WITH YOUR STUDENT. NO SCHEDULE CHANGES AFTER MAY 1st!!! ENCOURAGE YOUR STUDENT TO TAKE THE MOST CHALLENGING COURSES HE/SHE CAN HANDLE. CALL OR CONTACT MRS. RALSTON WITH ANY QUESTIONS/CONCERNS. RETURN THE SCHEDULING FORM TO MIDDLE SCHOOL GUIDANCE OFFICE ON OR BEFORE FEB. 14 th.

Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2018 Core 40 = 40 credits Core 40 with Academic Honors = 47 credits Passing score on the End of Course Assessments (ECA) in Algebra 1 and English 10

Core 40 Diploma English –8 credits Math –6 credits: 2 credits Algebra I 2 credits Geometry 2 credits Algebra II (or a third year if student received Algebra I credit in 8 th grade) Science –6 credits: 2 credits Biology 2 credits from chemistry/physics/or integrated chemistry & physics (ICP) 2 credits elective science Social Studies –6 credits: Geography OR World History (AP); 2 cr. U.S. History; 1 cr. Government, 1 cr. Economics 40 credits Physical Education (PE) - 2 credits Health - 1 credit Electives - 10 credits Preparing for College/Careers (PCC) - 1 credit

ACADEMIC HONORS DIPLOMA- TOTAL OF 47 CREDITS Core 40 requirements PLUS –2 additional math credits –6 credits of World Language in one language OR 4 credits each in 2 different languages –2 credits in Fine Arts such as music or art ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: –Two Advanced Placement courses and exams –6 college credits or one AP course and 3 college credits –SAT score of 1750 on combined math, verbal and writing or 26 ACT composite AND: –No grade lower than a C- in required areas –3.00 GPA by the end of the senior year.

Advanced Placement (AP) Courses for Future Planning European History World History U.S. History Biology II Physics II Calculus (AB & BC) English 11: Language and Composition English 12: Literature AP Psychology AP Government Studio Art 2D Design

Advanced College Project Courses (ACP)/Dual Credit Agriculture: 4 courses, Ivy Tech and Purdue University Business: 2 courses, Ivy Tech English: 5 courses, Ivy Tech and Indiana University Math: 4 courses, Ivy Tech and Indiana University Chemistry: 2 courses, Indiana University Social Studies: 2 courses, Ivy Tech and Indiana University World Language: 1 course, Indiana University **Additional fees and minimum GPA requirement of 2.7 for all ACP courses**

Physical Education Credits Three options: 1. Student does not participate in any FCHS sport or activity student takes 2 semesters of PE 2. Student participates in 1 FCHS sport or activity student may opt out of 1 sem. of PE and take another course that semester (will still need 1 sem. of PE or freshmen weights) Student may take 2 semesters of freshmen weights Student may take 2 semesters of PE

Physical Education Credits Options continued… 3. Student participates in 2 FCHS sports and/or activities student may opt out of 2 semesters of PE and choose another elective each semester (must meet all opt out criteria to earn credit) student may take freshmen weights both semesters student may take PE both semesters

Earning PE credit through the opt out option For each semester a student opts out of PE, he/she must still demonstrate PE standards to earn credit. This is done by completing the following: –Fitness calendar/journal –Midterm and end term fitness checks (mile run, push ups for 1 minute, and sit ups for 1 minute) –Written test (multiple choice, study guides provided) –Complete sport/activity season

Math Sequence Algebra I Geometry or Geometry Honors Alg. 2 or Alg. 2 Honors Pre Calc. or Pre Calc. Honors AP Calc. AB AP Calc. BC Adv. Math: Survey of Calc. Finite Math Prob., Stats, & Discrete Math Alg. 2 Geometry Move to Alg. 2 if do not pass Alg. 1 ECA NOTE: Students who receive credit for Algebra I and Geometry in 7 th /8 th grade must still take 3 years of high school math courses.

Freshmen Electives AGRICULTURE: Fundamentals of Agriculture Science and Business ART: Intro to 2D Art (This is the prerequisite course for all art classes) Drawing I Photography Intro to 3D Art BUSINESS: Digital Citizenship Introduction to Business ENGLISH: Journalism FCTV: Intro to Broadcasting

Electives, continued FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES: Child Development Advanced Child Development Nutrition and Wellness Advanced Nutrition and Wellness Introduction to Fashion & Textiles Advanced Fashion & Textiles Interpersonal Relations I SOCIAL STUDIES: Geography and History of the World World History

Electives, continued MUSIC: All Band classes are a full-year commitment Jazz Band (must have participated in middle school band and be enrolled in band or percussion techniques) Beginning Band/Concert Band (must have participated in middle school band or have director approval) Dance Choreography/Color Guard (requires audition and summer rehearsals)

Electives, continued MUSIC: All Band classes are a full-year commitment Percussion Techniques (must have participated in middle school band or have director approval) Beginning Mixed Concert Choir Music Appreciation Music Theory (must have participated in middle school band or choir or have instructor approval)

Electives, continued TECHNOLOGY: Technology Manufacturing: Enterprise Introduction to Technology Introduction to Transportation Introduction to Manufacturing Introduction to Communications Introduction to Construction PROJECT LEAD THE WAY: Introduction to Engineering Design Computers In Design & Production

WORLD LANGUAGES ELECTIVES French I Japanese I Spanish I Spanish II (if earned C- or higher in Spanish I) **World Language is required for the Honors Diploma: 3 years of one language or 2 years each of 2 different languages.

Central Nine Courses for Planning Automotive Collision Repair Technology I Automotive Services Technology I & II Aviation Operations Aviation Maintenance Computer Programming I Computer Illustration and Graphics Construction Technology I Criminal Justice I and II Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Advanced Hospitality Management Advanced Culinary Arts Dental Careers I Diesel Service Technology II Electronics and Computer Technology II Fire and Rescue I Graphic Design and Layout Health Science Education I *Please see the full description of C9 courses in the back of the course book. You may also visit the C9 website for additional information on programs and fees.

Freshmen Scheduling Sheet

REMINDERS SCHEDULE 7 COURSES EACH SEMESTER. SCHEDULE 7 COURSES EACH SEMESTER. YEAR LONG CLASSES MUST BE SCHEDULED FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR. YEAR LONG CLASSES MUST BE SCHEDULED FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR. SEE FULL COURSE BOOKLET ONLINE FOR EXPLANATION OF COURSE CONTENT. SEE FULL COURSE BOOKLET ONLINE FOR EXPLANATION OF COURSE CONTENT. PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO PREREQUISITES. PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO PREREQUISITES. ANY HONORS CLASSES MUST HAVE A TEACHER’S SIGNATURE OF APPROVAL. ANY HONORS CLASSES MUST HAVE A TEACHER’S SIGNATURE OF APPROVAL. SUBMIT YOUR SIGNED SCHEDULE BY DEADLINE ON THE COURSE SHEET. SUBMIT YOUR SIGNED SCHEDULE BY DEADLINE ON THE COURSE SHEET. SAVE THE DATE: FRESHMAN ORIENTATION SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY, JULY 31st, SAVE THE DATE: FRESHMAN ORIENTATION SCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY, JULY 31st, 2014.

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FCHS COURSE FAIR All students and parents are welcome When? 7:00 to 8:00 pm Where? FCHS cafeteria and commons Why? Your chance to learn all about courses, requirements, and activities offered by FCHS and Central Nine.