1. H IGH S CHOOL AIG Nancy Towler, AIG Director Wanda Smith, AIG Coordinator Laura Rodgers, High School AIG Specialist RCS AIG Department

2. 2013-14 High School Registration Guide Available on the Website of Each High School

3. H onors Classes Honors Courses are weighted with one extra quality point (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, F=0) Students are assigned More research-based assignments More written composition More presentations Independent study Collaborative projects Authentic assessments

4. AP Courses AP Courses are weighted with two extra quality points (A=6, B=5, C=4, D=3, F=0) College level, college pace Reading – Writing – Analysis AP test – Students are expected to take the AP Exam in May if they are enrolled in the course. College credit will vary for students scoring a 3, 4, or 5 on the exam.

5. Possible AP Courses AP Language & Composition AP Literature & Composition AP Latin AP Spanish Literature and Culture AP Biology AP Chemistry AP Environmental Science AP Physics AP US History AP European History AP Calculus AP Statistics

6. IB Classes Reidsville High School open to all RCS students seeking an rigorous & challenging experience consists of 2 years pre-IB; 2 years advanced curriculum leads to either the IB diploma or courses in separate subjects offers courses on two levels: higher level (HL) and standard level (SL) IB Courses are weighted with two extra quality points (A=6, B=5, C=4, D=3, F=0)

7. Possible IB Classes Theory of Knowledge History of the Americas 20 th Century Topics Math I Math II English III English IV Biology II Biology III Spanish V Chemistry Visual Arts Theatre Arts III ITGS Psychology

8. complete an extended essay (4000 words) in a subject area that he/she has studied. complete Theory of Knowledge I and II (100 hours). fulfill requirements (150 hours) in the areas of creativity, action, and service (CAS). In addition to completing coursework in the main disciplines, diploma candidates must All courses include internal assessments and a final IB exam. Students will earn college credit based on IB test performance.

9. Rockingham Early College High School (on the campus of RCC) 5-year combination of high school & college students graduate with both a high school diploma and an associates degree applications available from middle school counselors or on the website, www.rock.k12.nc.us/rechs

10. Recognitions Honor Graduates: seniors who rank in the top 10% of the class (after the 1 st semester of the senior year). NC Scholars: overall 4-year average of “B” (3.5) or better and must have taken prescribed courses. President’s Award for Educational Excellence: must have successfully completed prescribed courses, have a minimum of 3.5 GPA, and either a verbal SAT of 630 or a math SAT of 640.

11. Extra-curricular Activities Robotics Team Science Olympiad Fencing Club Chess Club Debate Club Poetry Club Students of Promise Interact Club Environmental Club Drama Club Electric Vehicle Team Graphix Club Book Club History Club International Travel Club

12. Academic Challenge Competition (ACC) 5 Quiz-Bowl type matches 5 rounds: Math, English, Social Studies, Science, All-around end-of-year banquet championship trophy & subject round medals scholarship for a senior member sponsored by AIG Department in partnership with Tri-City Automotive Group

13. ACC Coordinators DMHS: Vicky Wall MHS: William Stahura RECHS: Kyle Hunter RCHS: Troy Marquardt RHS: Tamra Wells

14. Summer Enrichment Governor’s School 5-week summer residential program primarily for rising seniors areas of math, natural science, English, social science, and performing arts offers opportunities to extend learning beyond traditional high school 2 campuses of 305 students each www.ncgovschool.org

15. Summer Enrichment Summer Ventures in Science and Mathematics 4-week summer residential program 4 UNC campuses ( ASU, ECU, NCCU, UNCC ) designed for students with a strong interest in science and/or mathematics and aspire to a career in one of the STEM areas www.summerventures.org

16. Article 9B NC State Law Governing Academically or Intellectually Gifted Students

17. High School DEP Meetings RCS’ AIG Plan/Program

18. AIG Application

19. AIG Websites District AIG Website High School AIG Website newsletter twice a year Symbaloos-website links for homework help information about extra-curricular & summer opportunities Contact Laura Rodgers, high school AIG specialist (336) 634-3209, extension 49222 lrodgers@rock.k12.nc.us NCDPI Academically or Intellectually Gifted Website

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