1. Academic Opportunities at Clover High School

2. Transition to High School
Classroom Sessions with Counselor
Pre-IGP (Individual Graduation Plan) meetings
Academic Opportunities: Parent and Student Meeting
8th grade tours of CHS
April 20th – IGP DAY!!
Summer Registration
Open House in August

3. Tonight’s Agenda Graduation Requirements Typical Schedule
Mix of Courses
Academics
Electives and Career Clusters
Scholarships
GPA and SC UGS GPA
Registration Timeline
Student Panel

4. Minimal Course Requirements
High School Graduation and Two Year College
Four Year College
English
4 units
Math
4 units (Algebra 1, 2, Geometry, Higher Level)
Science
3 units
3 units (3 Lab Science in two different fields)
Social Studies
3 units (1 US History, .5 Gov., .5 Economics)
Computer Science
1 total unit
PE or ROTC
1 unit
Health
.5 unit
World Language
1 unit of W. Language OR
1 unit of a CATE class
2 or 3 units
CATE
None required
Fine Arts
1 unit for SC Public Colleges
Electives
Minimum of 24 total units

5. Overview of the Schedule
4 X 4 Schedule
8 classes per year
4 each day
Typical 9th grade schedule
Notice the mix of academics and electives
Fall (August – January)
Spring (January – June)
English 1
Algebra 1
Physical Science
PE or ROTC
World History
French 1
Computer Applications
Family and Consumer Sciences

6. Mix of courses each year
Core Academics
English, math, science, social studies and world language
Different levels available in each area.
9th grade levels determined by:
Test Scores (PASS and MAP), Grades, EOC, Teacher Recommendation
grade levels determined primarily by:
Grade earned in previous course

7. 9th grade
Academics levels will be recommended by the middle schools. Tech Prep – High School Graduation and Two Year College (ex: Math Tech 1) CP – Two or Four Year College (Alg. 1 CP) Honors – Four Year College (Geometry H) GT – Two classes (World Geo and History)

8. High School Credit for Middle School Classes
Students must earn an 85 (3.0) or above
84 and below
Retake with no penalty
Benefits to retaking
Greater mastery of material
Protects high school GPA (more on this soon)
Can request a waiver from the principal if your grade is between an 80 and 84

9. 10th-12th grade Academic Levels
Tech Prep, CP and Honors in most subjects
Level is based on performance in previous class. Example: in English 1 CP then in 10th grade you could choose English 2 H
College Credit Opportunities

10. College Credit Courses
AP (Advanced Placement)
Free
3 hour standardized exam determines credit
Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Human Geography, US History, Calculus, Statistics, English Literature, English Language, French, Spanish
Dual Credit (Enrolled in two schools)
Cost to the Student
Taught by a CHS teacher on our campus
English 101, English 102, Psychology, Western Civilization
Middle College
Students actually attend York Tech
Almost any course available during the school day is open for our students based on the student’s goals.

11. i-School
Options for students to take a class virtually (on the computer)
Classes can be taken on our campus or from home
Classes can be used for initial credit or credit recovery (student earned 60 – 69)
Students are permitted to take a total of 3 i- school classes per school year and 2 over the summer.
South Carolina Virtual School .
CSD Homepage
of Education
SC Department
Virtual School

12. Electives
We have a large variety of electives! These are organized by career clusters and majors.
Students can choose from a certain number of electives. Many count towards graduation requirements (PE, health, computer science). Others are based on interest (art, music, agricultural science, engineering)
Most elective classes run in a sequence, so students should plan ahead.
(ex: Auto Tech 1, 2, then 3)

13. Career Clusters Tips to keep in mind:
College major is different than high school major. They do not have to match!
Students declare a cluster in 8th grade and a major in 10th grade.
Students can change their cluster and major each year.
The choice of a major does not impact graduation. The requirements are the same.
You can choose a major to try something new in high school OR take a major to help prepare for a career.
Automotive Technology
ITT Technical to major in diesel engine repair
Attend USC to major in Business Management

14. Programs of Study (page 4)
Arts and Humanities
School of Business Management & Information Systems
School of Math, Science, Engineering & Industrial Technologies
School of Health & Human Services
Arts, A/V Technology and Communication Cluster
Advanced Studies (English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies)
Audio/Video Production
Journalism & Broadcasting
Liberal Arts
Performing Arts
Visual Arts
World Language
Education Cluster
Teaching & Training
Business Management & Administration Cluster
Business Information
Management
General Management
Operations Management
Finance Cluster
Accounting
Hospitality & Tourism Cluster
Culinary Arts
Hospitality Management and Operations
Information Technology Cluster
Programming & Software Development
Networking
Web and Digital Communications
Marketing, Sales, & Service Cluster
Marketing Communications
Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources Cluster
Plant & Animal Systems
Architecture & Construction Cluster
Architectural Design
Building Construction
Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics Cluster
Automotive Technology
Science Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics Cluster
Mathematics
(NEW) Mechatronics
Pre-engineering & Technology
Science
Government
National Security
Foreign Service
Health Science Cluster
Health & Personal Fitness
Nursing & Pre-medicine
Sports Medicine
Human Services Cluster
Family & Community Services

15. NEW COURSE for 2013
High School 101—1/2 Unit-- This course is designed to provide ninth grade students with the skills necessary to become independent learners and active members of their high school. The course will focus on the transition from the middle school environment to the high school. Topics to be discussed include: study skills, note-taking, organizing for learning, time management, teamwork, goal setting, decision-making, and career and financial planning. This course can be paired with Mechanics of Writing or Street Law.

16. Scholarships How does GPA impact Scholarships?
LIFE Two year college ALL Tuition
3.0 SC GPA
LIFE Four year college $5000
Top 30% of senior class
1100 SAT or 24 ACT
Must meet 2 out of the 3 above criteria
Palmetto Fellows Four year college $6700
3.5 SC GPA
Top 6% of the sophomore, junior or senior class
1200 SAT or 27 ACT OR
4.0 GPA and 1400 SAT or 32 ACT

17. SC UGS: Uniform Grading Scale Weighted Formula
Average
Grade CP
Honors
AP/IB/DC
100 A
4.875
5.375
5.875 99
4.750
5.250
5.750 98
4.625
5.125
5.625 97
4.500
5.000
5.500 96
4.375 95
4.250 94
4.125 93
4.000 92 B
3.875 91
3.750 90
3.625 89
3.500 88
3.375 87
3.250 86
3.125 85
3.000 84 C
2.875 83
2.750 82
2.625 81
2.500 80
2.375 79
2.250 78
2.125 77
2.000 76 D
1.875 75
1.750 74
1.625 73
1.500 72
1.375 71
1.250 70
1.125 69 F
1.000 68
0.875 67
0.750 66
0.625 65
0.500 64
0.375 63
0.250 62
0.125
GPA & rank in class are pulled from numeric grades

18. Sample 9th grade GPA Course Grade 4.0 GPA SC UGS GPA English 1 CP 95
4.25
Geometry H
4.75
Physical Science H 92
3.0
4.375
World Geography CP
3.875
French 1 90
3.625
Intro to Manufacturing 85
Image Editing 78
2.0
2.215
PE 1 74
1.0
1.625
23 / 8 = 2.875
/ 8 = 3.46

19. Tips to know On the SC UGS Scale: Every class counts
Every point counts (95 is higher than a 93)
You will see a few GPA’s as high as 5.0
SC GPA range typically is:
Top 6 % = to a 5.2
Top 10 % = 4.5 and up
Top 30 % = 3.8 and up
Top 50 % = 3.3 and up

20. Registration Timeline
April 20 IGP Saturday at CHS 
June 3 – June 14 Waiver Conferences with Middle School Principals as needed
August 1 Summer Registration for 9th
9 am – 1 pm AND 3 pm – 7 pm
Students will receive their schedule
August 5 Make-up Registration
August 15 NGA Meet the Teacher Night
August 21 First Day of School

21. Final Comments for Understanding the High School Academics
Attend evening parent meetings
Attend the IGP conferences once a year with the school counselor
Understand graduation requirements and college entrance requirements
Encourage good attendance
Be very thoughtful when choosing your child’s schedule
Enjoy these years! Age of Opportunity

22. CHS Student Panel

23. Thank you!
Questions
Contact your School Counselor with any additional questions or comments.
Clover Middle:
Oakridge Middle:
CHS Counseling Center: