1. Seneca Valley Scheduling Presentation for the 2014-2015 school year Presented by the Guidance Department of the I.H.S.

2. Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Administration Mrs. PerryPrincipal Mr. RasoAssistant Principal Mrs. BrooksDean of Students Mrs. Denise ManganelloCyber Principal Mr. Anthony ContiCyber Assistant Principal

3. Seneca Valley Intermediate High School Guidance Counselors Mrs. KressStudents A-G Mr. Del PreteStudents H-O Ms. CalderStudents P-Z Ms. KasingSecretary

4. Scheduling materials: The Program of Studies 2014-2015 is available online at www.svsd.netwww.svsd.net (select Academics, then Program of Studies, then Grades 9-12). Ninth grade registration form (yellow) Tenth grade registration form (blue) Scheduling presentation is available at www.svsd.net (select IHS, then Guidance). www.svsd.net

6. Credits Every class you take at Seneca Valley has a specific credit value. Semester course.5 credit Full year course1.0 credit Full year course with lab1.4 credit To earn credit, you must pass the class with a 60% or higher (final average).

7. Seneca Valley Graduation Requirements English4.0 credits Social Studies4.0 credits Math4.0 credits Science2.0 credits STEM1.0 credit Physical Education2.0 credits Health0.5 credit Arts/Humanities2.0 credits Electives4.5 credits

8. Remember…. To graduate from Seneca Valley, you must earn 24 credits. To become a sophomore…4 credits To become a junior……..10 credits To become a senior……..16 credits

10. 9 th Grade English  English 9  Honors English 9 (requires a 90% or better in English 8 or an 80% in Honors English 8, teacher recommendation and successful completion of summer reading and writing assignments) Remember to have your present teacher sign your registration form!

11. 9 th Grade Social Studies U.S. History 1 (1776-1860) U. S. History 2 (1860-1914) Honors U.S. History 1 (1776-1860) Honors U.S. History 2 (1860-1914 ) The prerequisites for Honors History are a 90% in 8 th grade Social Studies and recommendations from the current Social Studies and English teachers.

12. Math Algebra 1 B Principles of Geometry Geometry Honors Geometry Principles of Algebra 2 Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 The recommended math sequence is in the Program of Studies.

13. 9 th Grade Science  Principles of Biology 1 (0.5 credit)  Principles of Biology 2 (0.5 credit)  Biology (1.4 credits) Requires an 80% or better in Integrated Science and teacher recommendation  Honors Biology (1.4 credits) Requires a 90% or better in Integrated Science and teacher recommendation. Corequisite of Principles of Geometry, Geometry, Honors Geometry or higher.

14. Honors Weighted Receive One-Half Additional Weight (Number of Honors Credits x 0.125) divided by number of years available for students to choose Honors English 9 Honors US History 1 Honors US History 2 Honors Geometry Honors Algebra 2 Honors Biology Honors French 2 Honors German 2 Honors Latin 2 Honors Spanish 2

15. Physical Education Personal Physical Fitness Physical Education Advanced Physical Education

16. Grade 9 in Review… Freshman orientation Freshman planning meetings Butler Votech presentation and field trip Interest inventory (www.bridges.com)www.bridges.com Portfolio update (www.bridges.com)www.bridges.com Scheduling presentations

18. Completing the planning guide Write all classes taken in 9 th grade. Do not include study hall or lunch. Write credit value for each class. 0.5 credit for half year classes 1.0 credit for full year classes 1.4 credits for lab classes Add all credits taken and place total in the bottom space.

21. English  English 10  Honors English 10* Remember to have your present teacher sign your registration form! *requires an 80% or better in Honors English 9, 90% or better in English 9; teacher recommendation and successful completion of summer assignments.

22. Social Studies Eastern/Western World History and Geography Honors Eastern/Western World History and Geography* Advanced Placement World History** *Honors classes require 90% in U.S. History 1 and 2. **A.P. Class requires 80% in Honors U.S. History, 95% in U.S. History, summer work packet. Both Honors and A.P. options require English and History teacher recommendations.

23. Math Principles of Geometry Geometry Algebra 1 Part B Principles of Algebra 2 Algebra 2 Honors Algebra 2 Precalculus/Trig. Honors Precalculus/Trig. The recommended math sequence is listed in the Program of Studies.

24. Science Principles of Chemistry 1 (.5 credit) Principles of Chemistry 2 (.5 credit) Chemistry (1.4 credits) Requires completion of Biology, 80% in Prin/Algebra 1, teacher recommendation and at least Prin/Algebra 2 in 10 th grade Honors Chemistry (1.4 credits) Requires 80% in Honors Biology, 90% in Biology; teacher recommendation and at least Prin/Algebra 2 in 10 th grade

25. Honors Courses for Sophomores Receive One-Half Additional Weight (Number of Honors Credits x 0.125) divided by number of years available for students to choose 10 th Grade Honors English Honors West World History Honors East World History Honors Algebra 2 Honors Precalc/Trigonometry Honors Chemistry Honors French 2 Honors Latin 2 Honors French 3 Honors Latin 3 Honors German 2 Honors Spanish 2 Honors German 3 Honors Spanish 3 CHS Courses for Sophomores/Receive Full Additional Weight (Number of Honors Credits x 0.25) divided by number of years available for students to choose CHS Accounting 1 CHS Intro to Programming A.P. Course for Sophomores/Receive Full Additional Weight+ (Number of Honors Credits x 0.35) divided by number of years available for students to choose A.P. World History

26. Other required classes… Health Physical Education Physical Education 10 Personal Physical Fitness Advanced Physical Education Independent Study P.E. 10

27. The elective courses will help you discover areas of interest for future electives, hobbies, and careers. The Program of Studies shows the relation between the 17 Seneca Valley career pathways and Seneca Valley courses. See your counselor for further help in determining your future options. What electives should I take?

29. Study Halls On site tutoring with math and English faculty members Time to complete homework Make up missed assignments from absences Use of the library facility

30. If you are taking Biology, Honors Biology, Chemistry or Honors Chemistry, write “lab/study hall” in the bottom space for both semesters.

31. If you are taking Principles of Biology 1 and 2 or Principles of Chemistry 1 and 2 and want a study hall, write “study hall” in the bottom space.

32. If you are taking Principles of Biology 1 and 2 or Principles of Chemistry 1 and 2 and want no study halls, complete all spaces with courses.

33. Math/English/Biology Labs Based on individual performances on standardized tests, an additional English, Biology and or Math lab period may be added to your schedule in place of an elective or study hall. Placement will be determined by student performance on standardized assessments, as determined by the school district.

34. World Language World language is often needed for college admission. Most colleges require 2-3 years on the high school transcript. Colleges vary on whether they will count the 8 th grade world language toward their entrance requirements. Language taken in grade 8 will be reflected on an SV transcript. Honors level courses in World Language are available for 2 nd and 3 rd year students. Please consult your present teacher and the Program of Studies for prerequisites.

35. Elective Areas Applied Engineering and Technology Business Technology English Family and Consumer Science JROTC Math—Computer Science Science Social Studies

36. Performing Arts Electives Dance Music-Instrumental/Vocal Theatre Media Production Visual Arts

37. SV The Academy of Choice Students may be enrolled full-time from home, part-time from home, or as a supplement to traditional classes. Students will receive a letter grade that will be included in the QPA calculation. The on-line cyber application must be completed for enrollment in a cyber course. Summer cyber is available; contact your counselor or see website.

38. Engineering Certification Program (ECP) Students enroll in specific courses in one of four areas of coursework. Students complete engineering-related graduation project. Students earn certificate upon graduation. Enrollment application and further information is available online at www.svsd.net/IHS/site shortcuts/ECP

39. Butler County Area Vocational Technical School * 3 elective credits each year of enrollment Air Conditioning/HeatingCosmetology Automotive Technology Culinary Arts Building ConstructionGraphic Arts CarpentryHealth Assistant Collision Repair/Auto BodyHeavy Equipment Commercial ArtMachine Technology Computer NetworkingProtective Services Welding

40.  If you are interested in vo-tech, complete a full schedule; then write the vo-tech course and number in the designated portion of your form.  Vo-tech programs have limited enrollment. You must return the vo-tech application with your schedule. Applications are available in the guidance office.  See your guidance counselor for more information on opportunities at the Butler County Area Vocational-Technical School. Reminders for the Vo-Tech Program www.bcvt.tec.pa.us

41. More reminders… Pay close attention to the descriptions in the Program of Studies (course numbers, prerequisites, length, grade level). The course listing contains a comprehensive list of all classes offered for the 2014-2015 school year. Don’t forget to complete substitute courses on your form! Signatures needed: core academic areas, 2 nd and 3 rd year of a world language, some performing arts courses

44. Schedule Changes Course request changes can be made through the end of this school year. Teachers may make recommendation changes based on student performance during the second semester of this school year. An add/drop period at the beginning of the next school year is allotted.

45. Ninth Grade Registration Pick-Up Students will be entering their course selections into the computer and turning their schedule forms in according to the following schedule: Monday, February 10Eagles Tuesday, February 11Condors Owls Wednesday, February 12Falcons Hawks Please have your schedule completed and ready to turn in on that date.

46. Tenth Grade Registration Pick-Up by English classes Thursday, February 6 Hazen, Mihalik, Wright Friday, February 7 Zaso, Zorich Rooms 109 and 113 Students will input schedule requests and submit completed forms.

47. April: Course verifications are mailed. June: Deadline to submit schedule change requests August: Schedules are mailed. What’s Next?

48. “Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out." --Collier

49. Thank you for listening! For further information, visit the I.H.S. guidance office.