Scheduling Information Night – Feb. 13 Class of 2018 - Senior Class of 2019 - Junior Class of 2020 - Sophomore

Graduation Requirements Class of 2018, 2019 and 2020* STANDARD DIPLOMA HONORS DIPLOMA 4 Credits- Bible, Math (Alg. II), English 3 Credits- SS(World History ½ credit, U.S. History, Gov’t, Econ.) 3 Credits -Science (Biology, and a Physical Science) 1 Credit- Fine Arts ½ Credit- PE, Health, Computer, Research 4 additional elective credits; totaling 25 credits Total 8 credits of Math and Science 2 Credits of Fine Arts 3 Credits of Foreign Language (or 2 credits/2) 1 additional Credit in Core Class(Eng., Math, Sci., SS or Fine Art) 1 Credit- Computer ½ credit- Speech/Debate 3.75+ GPA or ACT 27 or SAT 1120 *Class of 2020 and Beyond 1 Social Studies credit

Recommended Courses for Sophomore Year Bible- Bible 10 English 10 (World Literature) Math – (Department approval) Science Social Studies- U.S. History Foreign Language Fine Art Computer, Health or PE

Recommended Courses for Junior Year Bible- Modern Christian Issues (3-6) (2 semesters) Christian Perspectives on Philosophy English 11 – (World Literature) Math (Department Approval) Science Social Studies (4 semester elective choices or U.S. History) Foreign Language Fine Art PE or Computer

Recommended classes for Senior Year Bible- Modern Christian Issues (3-6) (2 semesters/1 cr.) Christian Perspectives on Philosophy English 12, CCP Composition I & II, CCP Honors American Literature II Math (Department Approval) 4 credits Social Studies: Government and Economics Science (Departmental Approval) 3 credits Foreign Language (2 years recommended) Fine Art – 1 credit PE, Computer, Health, Research – ½ credit each Electives – 4 credits

Honors and AP Courses Geometry, Algebra II English 9, 10 and 11 Biology, Chemistry I, Chemistry II Greek III Spanish III,IV,V German III and IV Band, Choir World History AP Calculus AB AP Physics 1

College Credit Plus (CCP) Earn college and high school credits at the same time by taking college courses. Honors Courses. Promote rigorous academic pursuits for college-ready students. Free program (includes tuition, books, and fees) on CCS Campus (21 semester courses), at public colleges and universities. Private colleges may have limited costs.

New CCP/Honors Classes 2017-18 English: American Literature II Composition I Composition II Foreign Language: Spanish I, II, III, IV Math: Pre-Calculus Calculus I College Algebra Statistics I Physical Ed./Health Personal &Community Health Behavior Science: Biology I Biology II Anatomy & Physiology I Anatomy & Physiology II Social Studies: American History I American History II Psychology Technology Principles of Engineering Web Site Development

Honors, AP and CCP Courses Weighted on 5. 0 scale Boosts GPA and Class Rank Shows Rigorous Challenge Self Motivated College Prep

When selecting classes, it is important to keep the future in mind. Do you want to go to college? What career are you interest in? What classes do you need now to help you in the future? You have big dreams. Here’s how to achieve them. Education.ohio.gov/CareerConnections Career Pathways Link your interests to a future career

An Example of Courses with Secondary and Postsecondary Credits Secondary Pathway: Engineering and Design Postsecondary Program: Chemical Technology An Example of Courses with Secondary and Postsecondary Credits Secondary 7 8 English I Algebra I Physical Science Social Studies Fine Arts Pre-Engineering Technologies 9 10 English II Geometry Biology World History Health (.5) PE (.5) Manufacturing Operations World Languages 11 English III Algebra II Chemistry U.S. History Computer Integrated Manufacturing Engineering Principles   12 English IV Trigonometry/ Calculus Physics U.S. Government Manufacturing Capstone Postsecondary Year 1 1st Semester English Composition I Calculus I General Chemistry I Chemistry Lab Intro to Science Professions 2nd Semester Humanities Elective Calculus II General Chemistry II Chemistry Lab II Year 2 History Elective Physics I Organic Chemistry I Organic Chem Lab I English Composition II Physics II Organic Chemistry II Organic Chem Lab II Social Science Elective High School Career-Technical Education Program Courses High School Courses for Postsecondary Credit (Including Apprenticeship Hours) and the Corresponding Postsecondary Courses Required Courses Recommended Electives 1/2016 Visit education.ohio.gov/CareerConnections for reference information. Course titles and sequences will vary between schools.

Guidance Dept. Testing TESTING: SPRING 2017 End of Course Exams (EOC) March 14: ELA I & ELA II April 25: Algebra 1 and Geometry ACT ASPIRE – (9th Required) April 4, 5, and 6 2017 (ACT Practice) PSAT Test- Oct. 11, 2017. Required for Juniors, Soph. can elect to take for $15 fee. (SAT Practice) ACT: April 19 - Juniors (State funded) Registered 10th/12th AP Exams: May, 2018 – AP Calculus AB and AP Physics

Guidance Dept. Reminders Parents- Use Haiku to view grades. Check the homeroom tab frequently. Report Cards emailed. Schedule Change Policy – 2 Weeks Possible Master Schedule Changes in the future NEW-No credit for Teacher/Office Aide starting 2017-18 2017-18 Course Description Booklet Online – “Guidance” Online RENWEB Scheduling – Honors/Dept. Approval

2017-18 Scheduling Next Steps 1. Discuss with parents class choices based upon career aspirations. (utilize: Education.ohio.gov/CareerConnections) 2. Pencil in classes you would like to take following the required classes on your credit tracker. 3. Any honors or CCP courses must be approved by appropriate teacher. Department Chairs will share this approved google document list with Guidance Office. 4. Be prepared to schedule 2017-18 classes online through Renweb by the 2nd-3rd week in March. 5. Guidance Office will email detailed Renweb online schedule instructions. 6. Scheduling Questions: Ask teachers, guidance office or submit email to: scheduling@cincinnatichristian.org

Thank you for attending tonight! Tips from Parents – Use separate email for testing and to organize college outreach NEW: Community Service Learning I and II (Student Contract) Zach Bush Global Learning – Mrs. Zaffiro Summer PE – June 19-30 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Yearbook – Application to Mrs. Cyndi Totten Any Questions?