SOUTHSIDE ENROLLMENT Class of 2020 https://studentvue.olatheschools.com

WHO ARE YOUR COUNSELORS? Chad Hoffman Freshman Traci Johnston A-F Amy Brown G-L Mary Glotzbach M-Q & AVID Amy Iwert R-Z

Graduation Requirements Olathe School District #233 Students must accumulate 24 credits in grades 9-12

Communications (5 Credits) English.............................. 4 Credits Applied Communications or International Language........…. 1 Credit

Humanities (4 Credits) Visual or Performing Art…….1 Credit Social Science.....................3 Credits One credit of Modern World History (grade 9) One credit of United States History (grade 11 ) One half credit of United States Government (grade 12) One half credit of social science elective (highly recommended sophomore year)

Math / Science / Technology (7 Credits) Mathematics.......................3 Credits Science…………………………… 3 Credits One credit Life Science One credit Physical Science One additional credit Life or Physical Science Technology…………………….. 1 Credit

Life Skills (2 Credits) Practical & Consumer Studies…. 1 Credit Health & Wellness…………………. 1 Credit Physical Education which includes a health component is required for freshmen.

Individual Focus (6 Credits) Individual focus credits are courses you choose to take that are not included in the specific course areas for graduation. They can be from any area.

Recommended College Prep Curriculum English-4 years Math-4 years Science-4 years International Language-2 to 4 years

Sample Audit

KS Regents Admission Requirements K State Wichita State Emporia State Fort Hays State Pittsburg State Admission to 5 of the Board of Regents Schools Complete the Qualified Admissions or Kansas Scholars Curriculum (PPG Page 7) with a 2.0 GPA. (A 2.0 or high on any college credits earned during high school is also required.) MATH: Must be through Algebra II (Applied Math Courses are not Kansas Board of Regents approved) SCIENCE: Chemistry OR Physics AND 1 of the following ACT score of 21+ SAT score of 980+ or Graduate in the top one-third of your class AND 22+ on the math portion of the ACT OR Take 4 years of Math

KU Admission Requirements Complete the Qualified Admissions or Kansas Scholars Curriculum (PPG Page 7) with a 2.0 GPA. AND 3.0 + overall GPA and 24+ ACT (1090+ SAT) OR 3.25 + overall GPA and 21+ ACT (980+ SAT) A 2.0 or higher on any college credits earned during high school is also required.

College Credit Options for high school students Advanced Placement College Now Quick Step Technical Programs Details on page 10 of the PPG

NCAA/NAIA Eligibility Core Courses (16) Test Scores Grade-Point Average Refer to Program Planning Guide or NCAA or NAIA web sites. Page 11in the PPG

OATC

Auto Technology

Auto Collision

Welding

Construction trades

Other Career Programs Olathe North Culinary Arts Program

Other Career Programs Olathe North Exploring Health Careers

Other Career Programs Field Sites : Harmony and Heartland Childhood Centers Early Childhood Career Opportunities

Enrollment Process Students are receiving the following enrollment materials: USD 233 Program Planning Guide Grade-Level enrollment forms Individual audit indicating courses completed in each graduation category. Step by step instructions on how to enroll. Enrollment timeline Students will enroll at home with parents Students should talk with their teachers about enrollment questions. Counselors are available to answer questions during each grade-level’s designated open lab day.

Pre-selected Courses Science – Physical Science, Chemistry or Honors Chemistry (LOCKED) Math (LOCKED) English 2

Schedule Change Policy Student selections during pre-enrollment are used to create the master schedule.  Students will not qualify for a schedule change, for the 2017-2018 school year, if their schedule reflects courses that were requested during the pre-enrollment process (that is now).  If a student is placed in a class that he/she did not choose during pre-enrollment, they can set up an appointment with their counselor at the beginning of the 2017-2018 school year.

REMINDER It is USD 233 School Board Policy for all students to enroll in a full 7-hour school day. You must enroll in 7 credits (14 semester classes) and 4 semester alternative courses.

Enrollment Dates & Deadlines Class Of 2020- ENGLISH CLASS February 7th 2017 – Freshmen Enrollment Presentation in Auditorium February 16th 2017 – Open Lab (Seminar) February 17th 2017 – Freshmen Enrollment Forms Due 

Let’s Practice! The Olathe South Staff is excited about helping you make your high school experience one that is meaningful and meets your specific needs—whether you are planning to go to college or to work after graduation. Please talk to your parents, counselor, and teachers for their recommendations for you.