2. STRONGSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL SCHOOL YEAR SCHEDULING 2014-2015

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

4. Graduation Requirements Selection Guide Page 4

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 4 credits to reach 10 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. 9 th Grade MUST Take Courses  English 9  Math  Science  U.S. History  Physical Education (unless PE Waiver Eligible)  Elective (Totaling 1.0 credits)

8. 9 th Grade English Options English 9 English 9 Honors

9. 9 th Grade Math Options Current Year Math CourseNext Year Math Course Geometry / Honors GeometryAlg2Trig / Honors Alg2 Trig Algebra 1 / Honors Algebra 1Geometry / Honors Geometry Math 8 (with A, B, or C) Most Students in this category Algebra 1 For students not ready Alg 1 By Teacher Recommendation Only Integrated Math/Alg 1 Block Don’t worry, none of your teachers will look like this

10. 9 th Grade Science Options Note the math co-requisite for each Science course CPE Science Honors Biology Next Year Math CourseNext Year Science Course Integrated/Algebra BlockCPE Science Algebra 1CPE Science GeometryCPE Science OR Honors Biology Honors Geometry and upHonors Biology

11. 9 th Grade Social Studies Options Principles of U.S. History U.S. History U.S. History Honors

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 Physical Education ½ credit required, 2 semesters “Foundation of Physical Activity” is the Prerequisite for all other P.E. Courses Remaining.25 credit may be selected from the following: Leisure/Individual Activities Competitive Team Games Walking for Fitness Physical Fitness & Yoga Zero Period Advanced Strength Training Students who participate in SHS Sports may be eligible for PE Waiver, waiving the P.E. Requiremen. Health – To be taken 10 th Grade Year Required Course (#000911) – ½ Credit

14. World Language Options: French 1 German I Spanish I 2 years of a World Language is recommended for College Entrance Students who struggle with reading may struggle in these courses.

15. Fine Art Electives MUSIC COURSES Freshman Band Freshman String Orchestra Freshman Chorus Other music classes by audition only ART COURSES Art I Crafts Ceramics I& II Printmaking Painting Art Exploration Drawing and Design 1 full credit (2 Semesters) of a Fine Art is recommended for College Entrance

16. Business Courses Required: Personal Finance (To be taken during 10 th grade year) ELECTIVES Keyboarding Business Communications Entrepreneurship Management & International Business Microsoft Office Desktop Applications Adobe Design Workshop

17. Industrial Technology Electives Woods I Drafting I Metals I Video Technology Home Maintenance

18. 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

19. 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.

20. 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

21. Sample 9 th Grade Schedules 1ENGLISH 2 ALGEBRA I 3 CPE SCIENCE 4 U.S. HISTORY 5Study Hall/Lunch 6 WORLD LANG 7 STUDY HALL 8 PE 1 ENGLISH 2 ALGEBRA I 3 CPE SCIENCE 4 U.S. HISTORY 5 Study Hall/Lunch 6 WORLD LANG 7 STUDY HALL 8 KEYBOARDING Students are NOT able to pick the periods of their courses.

22. Athletic Eligibility All incoming 9 th graders must pass a minimum of 5 classes during the 4 th quarter of the 8 th grade year If a student earns less than 2.0 GPA during the 4 th quarter of the 8 th grade year, student will be put on an Academic contract At SHS, must pass 5 classes (not including P.E.) the quarter preceding the season FALL SPORTS: CROSS-COUNTRY, SOCCER, FOOTBALL, GOLF, VOLLEYBALL, GIRLS TENNIS

23. PSEOP Post Secondary Enrollment Options Program Get High School and College Credit at the Same Time Students must apply and be accepted by the Post- Secondary Institution ( requires specific GPA and Placement Test score) Students must have a high school GPA in order to apply Both student and parent MUST attend Mandatory Meeting on March 6, 2014 1:00pm or 6:30 pm SHS Auditorium

24. Hints for Parents Support Student’s use of Planner Check the PASS Program Establish regular time and place for Homework Check for teacher websites Students MUST become “Active Studiers”… 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

25. Things to remember when selecting courses: The high school has an 8 period day Select English, Math, Science, & Social Studies 5 class periods minimum (Not including P.E.) Lunch 1 period Electives Maximum of 7 classes Teacher recommendations are the best guide to choosing the right courses

26. 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

27. Keys to a Successful Year… Write down all assignments and tests (Planner) Study/Review Daily (Notecards for Vocab) Complete all Assignments Take Notes Check for Teacher Websites Ask for Help from Parents, Teachers, Friends Plan for Tests

28. We look forward to seeing you next year!