1. CLASS OF 2021

2. Block Scheduling 4 X 4 schedule
4 classes in the Fall (August-December)
4 classes in the Spring (January- May)
Total of 32 classes over 4 years

3. Things I Need to Know to Graduate in 2021
I need 24 credits to graduate!
I need to complete a focused Program of Study!
I need to Pass My TN Ready Exams!

4. Credits and GPA How do I earn a credit?
What is the grading scale in high school?
What is a gpa? Calculated 2 ways – one on a 100 point scale and one on a 4.0 scale
A = 4.0, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, D = 1.0
English – B, 3.0
Algebra I – C, 2.0
Wellness – A, 4.0
Comp Apps A – B, 1.5
Freshman Studies – A, 2.0
Physical Science – D, 1.0
World History – B, 3.0
GPA would be 2.75
Why is my gpa important?

5. HS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
English -4 Credits:
•English I or Honors-1 Credit
•English II or Honors-1 Credit
•English III or Honors-1 Credit
-AP Language & Composition
•English IV or Honors-1 Credit
-Dual Enrollment English

6. HS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Math -4 Credits: (Students must take a math class each year)
•Algebra IA/B, Alg I or Honors-1 Credit
•Geometry or Honors -1 Credit
•Algebra II or Honors-1 Credit
•Upper level Math:-1 Credit
–STEM Math (Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, or Statistics)
–Bridge Math
Students who have not earned a 19 on the
mathematics component of the ACT by the beginning
of the senior year will complete the
Bridge Math course.

7. HS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Science -3 Credits:
~A lab science (Physical Science or Honors) -1 Credit
~Biology I or Honors -1 Credit
~Chemistry or Honors -1 Credit
Upper level Science classes that we offer are Biology II Honors, Anatomy & Physiology Honors, and Physics Honors.

8. HS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Social Studies –3.0 Credits:
~W. History or AP Human Geography–1 Credit
~U.S. History –1 Credit
~Dual Enrollment U.S. History
-AP US History
~Economics–.5 Credit
~Government–.5 Credit

9. HS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
P. E. and Wellness –1.5 Credits
Wellness–1 Credit
Physical Education–.5 Credit
The physical education requirement may be met by substituting an equivalent time of physical activity in other areas including but not limited to marching band, cheerleading, interscholastic athletics, and school sponsored intramural athletics.
Personal Finance –.5 Credit

10. HS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Fine Art, Foreign Lang., and Elective Focus –6 Credits:
•Fine Art–1 Credit
•Foreign Language–2 Credits (Same)
•Elective Focus (Program of Study) –3 Credits
–Students completing a CTE elective focus must complete
three units in the same CTE program area or state
approved program of study.
–Science and Math, Humanities, Fine Arts, AP
•The Fine Art and Foreign Language requirements may be waived for students who are sure they are not going to attend a University and be replaced with courses designed to enhance and expand the elective focus.

11. Types of Diplomas Regular Diploma Honors Diploma Distinction Diploma
Students who complete the required 24 credits to graduate.
Honors Diploma
Students who meet all benchmarks on the ACT. ACT benchmarks are English – 18, Reading – 22, Science – 23, Math – 22.
Distinction Diploma
Students who have completed 12 hours in Dual Enrollment, scored a composite of 31 or higher on the ACT, OR participates in one of the All State musical organizations.

12. Types of Diplomas (Cont’d)
Hornet Scholar
Incorporates a student’s ACT score (can be superscored) and GPA (from all classes taken).
Rigorous courses such as Honors, AP, Dual Enrollment and state wide dual credit will carry additional quality points that will boost a student’s GPA.

13. Recognition Programs Tennessee Scholar
This is a program that recognizes students who do 80 hours of volunteer work, maintain a good attendance record and a “C” grade point average.

14. Program of Study List SGCHS PROGRAMS OF STUDY
CAREER/TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS OF STUDY
_____ AGRICULTURE: VETERINARY & ANIMAL SCIENCE
_____BUSINESS: MARKETING MANAGEMENT
_____HEALTH SCIENCES: BIOTECHNOLOGY RESEARCH
NURSING SERVICES
Ag Science
Intro to Business & Marketing
Health Science Education
Small Animal Science
Marketing & Management Principles I
Anatomy & Physiology
Large Animal Science
Marketing & Management Advanced Strategies II
Medical Therapeutics
Veterinary Science
Advertising & Public Relations
Nursing Education
_______AGRICULTURE: AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING &
_____BUSINESS: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
_____HEALTH SCIENCES: DIAGNOSTIC SCIENCE
APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES
Accounting I
Principles of Agricultural Mechanics
Business Communications
Diagnostic Medicine
Ag Power & Equipment
Business Management
Clinical Internship
Ag & Biosystems Engineering
_____BUSINESS: OFFICE MANAGEMENT
Computer Applications
_____HEALTH SCIENCES: THERAPEUTIC CLINICAL SERVICES
________ AGRICULTURE: HORTICULTURE SCIENCE
Principles of Plant Science & Hydroculture
Advanced Computer Applications
Greenhouse Management
Natural Resources Managment
_____BUSINESS: ACCOUNTING
_____HEALTH SCIENCES:
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY
Accounting II
Anatomy and Physiology
Statistics
Rehab Careers
Exercise Science or Clinical Internship
_____BUSINESS: BANKING & FINANCE
_____HEALTH SCIENCES: EMERGENCY SERVICES
Banking & Finance
Financial Planning
Emergency Medical Services
_____BUSINESS: ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Entrepreneurship

15. 4 Year Plan 9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
English (4 credits required - 1 each year)
English I/Honors
English II/Honors
English III/Honors
English IV/ Honors/AP/DEx2
This plan has been reviewed by ______________________ Parent/Student
Math (4 credits required - 1 each year)
Algebra IA/IB Algebra I Algebra I Honors
Geometry Geom Honors Alg II Honors
Algebra II Alg II Honors PreCalculus
Bridge Math AP Calculus Statistics PreCalculus
______________________Teacher/Counselor ______________________Date - 8th Grade
Science (3 credits required including Biology I and either Chemistry or Physics)
Physical Science Physical Science H
Biology Biology Honors
Chemistry Chemistry Honors
Anatomy and Physiology Physics Biology II Honors
______________________Parent/Student
Social Studies - (3 credits required, including US History in 11th and Econ/US Gov't in 12th
W History AP Human Geo taken in 9th or 10th grade
W History AP Human Geo taken in 9th or 10th grade
US History AP US History DE History
Economics/Pers Fin US Gov't/Comp Apps - B
______________________Teacher/Counselor ______________________Date - 9th Grade
Fine Arts (1 credit required - may be taken in any grade 9-12)
General Music Band/Color Guard Theatre Visual Art Vocal Music
LIFETIME WELLNESS AND PE (1 Credit in Wellness and 1/2 in PE)
Lifetime Wellness
PE .5 credit
______________________ Teacher/Counselor ______________________Date - 10th Grade
Foreign Language (2 credits of the same language)
Spanish I Spanish II
Spanish I Spanish II
Spanish II
_____________________ Parent/Student
Program of Study
_____________________ Teacher/Counselor
Electives
Fresh St./Comp Apps - A Athletics
_____________________ Date

16. Course Request Freshmen Course Request South Gibson County High School
Name of Student _______________________________
Each student will register for eight courses
English I (Honors or Regular) Circle One
Math (Honors Algebra I, Algebra I or Year Long Algebra A/B) Circle One
Physical Science or Honors Physical Science
Lifetime Wellness
Freshman Studies/Computer Apps A
____________________
If you are taking Marching Band, write this in one blank.
If you are taking Concert Band, write this in one blank.

17. Registration Process General Information Session.
Sign up for a 1:1 registration session that will be at MMS the weeks of January 26th – February 10th, 2017.
Come to the registration session knowing which Program of Study you would like to participate in.
Talk with your child about his/her future academic plans and possible career choices.
Placement decisions will be provided for certain courses.

18. Steps to Register for 1:1 Appointment
Step 1: Go to:
Only select a time slot that is AVAILABLE.
Meetings will be held beginning January 26th – February 14th at Medina Middle School. 
Time slots are divided every 20 minutes. 
When you click on your desired date/time, if you see someone else’s information, then that time slot is taken.  Please choose another appointment time.
You must be registered by Thursday, January 26th for an appointment time.  If you are not registered, we will schedule a time to meet with your child.

19. FYI Athletes Registration Process Each Year Increasing Independence
Attend Parent Meeting Every Year
Drivers Permit (Compulsory Attendance Form)
Folder/3 ring binder to keep up with all of HS stuff
Pareto Test
ACT
Freshman Orientation in August
Dual Enrollment
Scholarships/paying for college
Advanced Placement Meeting

20. Contact Information
Amber Tritt 9th & 10th Grade Counselor Phone: ext. 3007

21. Career Technical Education Speakers
Beth Cathey & Lindsey Kee (Business)
Seth Boroughs (Agriculture)
Alesa Parks (Health Science)
April Martin (Human Studies)

22. Ballot Please write your student’s name.
Please check which Program of Study they would like to hear more about tomorrow during the 8th Grade Expo.
Place the ballot in the box before leaving tonight.