1. Olympia High School
2017 ~ 2018 Course Selection

2. To understand the scheduling process To start high school strong!
Goal
For every student:
To understand the scheduling process
To start high school strong!

3. Counselors By Student Last Name Mr. Perrotti APEX Ms. Gauthier A-Cl
Mrs. McGregor
Co-Ga + DREAM
Ms. Ramos
ESOL
Ms. Premo
Ge-Ja
Mrs. Zoller
Je-Nd
Ms. Trematerra
Ne-Sa
Ms. Washington
Sc-Z

4. Olympia Experience Over 3200 students. A + B Lunch: 28 minutes each.
50 minute classes with 5 minute class changes and music to move to!
Clubs, Freshman Socials, Pep rallies, Spirit Week, Sports, and the list goes on…

5. Florida Virtual School: Online classes accessible year round.
High School Credit
1 Credit = 2 Semesters, or 1 Year. If you fail classes and lose credit it becomes hard to catch up.
Florida Virtual School: Online classes accessible year round.
Summer School

6. General Graduation Requirements
All Olympia Students Must
Earn 24 credits in specific areas
Maintain a 2.0 un-weighted cumulative GPA
Earn Level 3 or above on 10th grade FSA Reading
Complete 1 online course

7. OHS Specific Graduation Requirements
4 English Credits
English 1, 2, 3, 4.
4 Math Credits
1 Credit must be in Algebra 1.
1 Credit must be in Geometry.
Must pass the Algebra 1 FSA.
3 Social Studies Credits
1 credit World History, 1 credit American History, ½ credit American Government, and ½ credit Economics with Financial Literacy.
3 Science Credits
1 Credit must be in Biology.
1 Fine Art/Practical Art Credit
Many options, including (but not limited to!): Career electives, Draw, Art, Chorus, Theatre, etc.
1 HOPE Credit
Stands for Health Opportunities through Physical Education.
Can be taken on FLVS.
8 Elective Credits
Includes any courses that do not meet other requirements.
World Language is a great option!
Online Course
Can be either a ½ credit or 1 credit course.
24.0 Credits Required

8. Freshman Schedule Period Class Honors Available? 1 English 1 √ 2
Algebra 1 /Geometry/Algebra 2 3
Physical Science/Biology 4
Freshman Seminar 5
Elective – World Language 6
Elective – Career Elective 7
Elective – HOPE

9. Freshman Seminar Available for all 9th graders.
Worth 1.0 Elective Credit.
Focus is on college and career prep.
Topics include:
Study and test-taking skills
Organizational skills
Critical Thinking skills
Writing skills

10. AP Human Geography For students that earn 4 or 5 on the FSA Reading.
Possible college credit as a freshman!
Expect to study or do homework for an hour or more a night.
No late work accepted.
A LOT of reading.
Course introduces students to the systematic study of patterns and processes that have shaped human understanding, use, and alteration of the earth’s surface.

11. PLTW Biomedical Science
For students that have completed at least Algebra 1 and a high school science.
Block class: 2 periods of your day.
Earn 1 Biology and 1 Elective credit
Class topics include human medicine, physiology, genetics, microbiology, and public health.
Lots of technology and real world application!

12. Honors Classes More GPA points, More Work
Honors classes affect your weighted GPA
Students must be eligible – good grades and test scores
Example: To take Biology honors, you must currently be taking High School math and science

13. DREAM Determined to Reach Every Accomplishment with Motivation
All students must be given the opportunity for academic rigor. We must identify, challenge, and support students who are determined to succeed.
DREAM Is
DREAM Is Not
A support program
Academic elective
For college-bound students
A student’s choice
A remedial program
A study hall
A behavioral program
For every student
DREAM can help you get where you want to go!

14. APEX Advanced Placement Experience Scholars Academy
Rigorous, comprehensive, 4 year curriculum for academically talented students.
Includes at least 8 AP courses.
Students are selected at the end of 8th grade.
Selection is based on student application, teacher recommendation, standardized testing, and student essay.

15. Adjusting to OHS Stay Organized Ask for Help Do Homework & Study
Time-Management
Ask for Help

16. Easing the Transition Successful Year! Our Part
Freshman Seminar, Guidance, SAFE
Your Part
Stay Informed, Communicate, Get Involved
Family Part
Support, Communication, and Understanding

17. How Do I Register?
Read your selection sheet and the course description sheet carefully.
Check appropriate boxes for core academic subjects and your elective interests.
Have your parents sign the form.
Return the completed form to your teacher.
Meet with OHS guidance counselors in two weeks to discuss your Freshman year!

18. Pick Classes Carefully
Schedule Change Possible
Schedule Change Not Possible
Duplicate Class
Missing Prerequisite
Incorrect Sequence
Class Size Amendment
Different Teacher or Lunch
Credit Not Needed
Do Not Like Class
Failing Course
No Schedule Changes After August 1st

19. Team Guidance will see you soon!