2. STRONGSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL SCHOOL YEAR SCHEDULING 2015-2016

3. By Student Last Names A-Co Mrs. Sislowski Cr-Ha Ms. Hussong He-Lo Mr. Young Lu-Pe Ms. Davidson Pf-Sr Mrs. Brzuski St-Z Mrs. Williams Guidance Counselor Assignments

4. Graduation Requirements

5. Earning High School Credits Credits are earned each semester 1.0 Credit for full-year courses 0.5 Credit for one-semester courses EXCEPTION Physical Education =0.25 credit per semester Must earn 9 credits to reach 11 th grade status

6. Grades & G.P.A. Semester Grades are Recorded on the Transcript (Your academic Record) A semester grade is comprised of two quarters and the semester exam. GPA is important for Post-High School Plans F’s earn no credit and are NEVER removed from the student’s transcript More information available on the website or in the student planner.

7. 11 th Grade MUST Take Courses  English 11  Math  Science  Government & Economics  1.0 Elective Credit  Other requirements not completed –Personal Finance, Health, PE –Courses previously failed

8. 11 th Grade English Courses Must take one: English 11 English 11 Honors AP English Language &Composition Electives: Advanced Speech Communication Business English & Communication Journalism Literature & Film Science Fiction & Fantasy Media Literacy

9. 11 th Grade Math Options (Your teachers are your best guide) Current Year Math CourseNext Year Math Course Geometry Algebra II/Algebra II-Trigonometry Algebra IIFTS FTS/Algebra II-Trigonometry Probability and Statistics Honors Algebra II/Trigonometry Honors Precalculus Algebra 2 Trig/HA2T and up (Strong Student) AP Statistics New this year: Math Elective: Exploring Computer Science through Math Algebra 1 Prerequisites

10. 11 th Grade Science Options (Your teachers are your best guide) Earth System Science Biology II Chemistry Honors Chemistry Forensic Science & Criminalistics Forensic Science Investigations Physics AP Physics C-1 (Mech) AP Environmental Science AP Biology AP Chemistry Astronomy Anatomy & Physiology Modern Science for Consumers & Citizens Most Science Courses have a Math Pre-requisite or Co-requisite

11. 11 th Grade Social Studies Courses Both Economics and Government are required for Graduation Government/Economics Principles of Government/Economics AP Government and Politics AP Economics (Micro&Macro) AP U.S. History AP European History

12. World Language, Fine Art, and/or Business Requirement A student must complete one credit from one of the academic areas above in order to graduate. The 1.0 credit can be a combination of a half credit from 2 different areas.

13. Physical Education/Health Health Required Course (#000911) – ½ Credit Physical Education ½ credit required, 2 semesters Leisure/Individual Activities Competitive Team Games Walking for Fitness Physical Fitness & Yoga Weight Lifting, Speed & Agility Training Students who participate in SHS Sports may be eligible for PE Waiver, waiving the P.E. requirement. You may also get PE credit through credit flex.

14. P.E. Waiver A way to complete one’s Physical Education requirement. Students receive no credit and no grade. Student may waive P.E. requirement by completing two full seasons of SHS athletics, cheerleading or marching band. Physical Education Waiver Application and more information can be found on the SHS Guidance Website. Students may not mix P.E. Waiver with Physical Education classes to meet the requirement. Must have 2 waivers or 2 courses, not one of each.

15. World Language Options: French German Spanish Honors offered for level II and III. 2 years of a World Language is recommended for College Entrance Must have Prerequisite If you earned a D in prerequisite, the next course will be difficult

16. Fine Art Electives MUSIC COURSES Concert Band String Orchestra Concert Choir Music Appreciation Other music classes by audition only ART COURSES Art I & II Crafts Ceramics I& II Printmaking Painting Art Exploration Drawing and Design Advanced Placement Studio Art 1 full credit (2 Semesters) of a Fine Art is recommended for College Entrance

17. Business Courses ELECTIVES Business Foundations Financial Accounting International Business Management Principals Managerial Accounting Strategic Entrepreneurship Introduction to Business Technology Desktop & Cloud Applications Desktop & Cloud Design& Publishing Marketing REQUIRED: Personal Finance

18. Family/Consumer Science Exploring Childhood Foods for Fitness College Survival Skills

19. Industrial Technology Electives Woods I & II Drafting I & II Metals I & II Architecture Video Technology Home Maintenance

20. Pre-Engineering (Project Lead the Way) INTRODUCTION TO PRE-ENGINEERING DESIGN (IED) – Year 1 –Co-requisites: Algebra I, a lab fee will be charged –This course uses a design development process while enriching problem-solving skills; students create and analyze models using specialized computer software. Pathway to Pre-engineering is a four-year course of study integrated into the students’ core curriculum. Combination of traditional math and science courses with innovative Pathway to Pre-Engineering courses prepares students for college major in engineering fields. Offers the the opportunity to earn college credit while still in high school. Courses engage students through a combination of activities-based, project-based, and problem-based learning.

21. Polaris Career Center Options Register ASAP at www.polaris.eduwww.polaris.edu See Pages 57-60 for Program Options If accepted: - indicate course on selection sheet - choose only 3 other courses at SHS If waiting on acceptance: - choose a full schedule at SHS

22. Honors Courses The Honors Student: Does extra Reading…Thoroughly Answers Essay Questions…Fully Participates in Class Discussions…Does all Homework…Willingly does Research…Commits to Spending Time in Challenging Courses Students may change levels within the first 3 days of the semester…with parent permission…Beyond this, changes must be teacher initiated and only for students who are struggling with D’s or F’s Will have Required summer readings and/or projects Page 11

23. P.E. Waiver A way to complete one’s Physical Education requirement. Students receive no credit and no grade. Student may waive P.E. requirement by completing two full seasons of SHS athletics, cheerleading or marching band. Physical Education Waiver Application must be fill out and given to your counselor. More information can be found on the SHS Guidance Website. Students may not mix P.E. Waiver with Physical Education classes to meet the requirement. Must have 2 waivers or 2 courses, not one of each.

24. Credit Flexibility Credit Flexibility allows students to earn credit by demonstrating academic and skill level performance through a variety of educational options. Approved credit awarded through these guidelines will be posted on a student’s transcript and counted as required graduation credit in the related subject area or as an elective. A student must complete the Credit Flexibility Application and obtain approval PRIOR to beginning the coursework. See the SHS Guidance website for more information and the Application

25. Athletic Eligibility Must pass 5 classes (not including P.E.) the quarter preceding the season If a student earns less than 2.0 GPA during the quarter preceding the season of participation, student will be put on an Academic contract Page 10

26. CCP College Credit Plus Earn High School and College Credit at the Same Time Students must apply and be accepted by the Post- Secondary Institution Both student and parent MUST attend Mandatory Meeting on February 11 th & 12 th at 6:00 P.M. in Auditorium If interested, indicate this when selecting your courses At this time, indicate other courses as if you will be at SHS all day

27. On Line Registration Will be done at home Open February 23, through March 7, 2015 Go to www.strongnet.org Click on Grades in the upper right corner Enter you username and password to log into your PowerSchool account Click class registration Click in the check box to select your classes. Don’t forget to click OK after each class. Click submit after all classes have been selected.

28. You will be given your PowerSchool Login information in your second period class. If you do not see the class you would like, it could be because the teacher did not recommend you for the class or you did not complete the prerequisites If this is not the case, see your guidance counselor for help. Remember March 7, 2015 is the last day to register.

29. Things to remember when selecting courses: You may choose 1 release period (1 st or 8 th, NOT both) It can be very hard to change electives after the schedule is created. Classes can only be dropped during the first 3 days of the semester A parent note is needed to drop/change courses After the 3 days, level changes must be initiated by the teacher You must have a plan for making up failed courses.

30. Scheduling Do’s & Don’ts: DO look at YOUR History DON’T select courses based on friends DO look at your ability – realistically DON’T select “easy” courses DO look at your future plans DON’T expect to be able to easily change your electives next year

31. Keys to a Successful Year… Become an “Active Studier”… 1. “Reading Over Notes” does NOT work 2. Must make note cards or flashcards 3. Review often and out loud 4. Make Lists of materials to review 5. Moving around while studying can help 6. Check Teacher Websites 7. Ask for help from parents, teachers, & friends.

32. HOW TO STAY CONNECTED For General Guidance News, Summer Programs, Deadlines, Test Prep, Website Resources, etc: TWITTER: General News @ StrongGuidance Scholarship Info @MustangMonies FACEBOOK: Strongsville High School Guidance SHS GUIDANCE WEBPAGE

33. We look forward to seeing you next year!