2. 8 th Grade Parent Night

3. One Diploma  Alabama High School Diploma with Honors Endorsement A/B grade recommendation A/B grade recommendation One year of foreign language One year of foreign language Advanced math courses Advanced math courses Advanced science courses Advanced science courses Advanced English courses at least two years (Honors and/or Dual Credit) Advanced English courses at least two years (Honors and/or Dual Credit) Additional CTE computer course Additional CTE computer course 25 total credits 25 total credits Meets NCAA Clearinghouse eligibility Meets NCAA Clearinghouse eligibility  Alabama High School Diploma C/D grade recommendation Three credits must be earned in any combination from the following areas: CTE Foreign Language Arts Education Slower paced math courses available Easier science courses available 25 total credits Can attend college

4. Diploma Changes  All students will take Career Preparedness (new CTE Computer Apps and Financial Literacy course with online component)  Fine Arts is no longer required but can be taken  Three elective credits during 9-12: Honors Endorsement- One year foreign language and additional CTE computer course Honors Endorsement- One year foreign language and additional CTE computer course Standard Diploma- Any combination of the following areas: CTE, Foreign Language, Art Education Standard Diploma- Any combination of the following areas: CTE, Foreign Language, Art Education CTE (Career Tech Education) would include any Allen Thornton course or Mr. Palmer’s classes on campus.  Starting with 2013-14 school year, all year long classes will award 1.0 credit at the end of the course.

5. Grading Changes CourseWeightCourseWeight English 9 Honors0.5English 10 Honors0.5 English 11 Honors0.5English 12 Honors0.5 English AP1Dual Credit English1 Algebra I0.5Geometry Honors0.5 Alg II w/trig0.5Precalculus0.5 Calculus AP1Dual Credit PreCal1 Biology Honors0.5Chemistry0.5 Chemistry AP1Dual Credit Chemistry1 Physics0.5Forensic Science0.5 Genetics0.5Anat. and Physiology0.5 Marine Science0.5Zoology0.5 Dual Credit History1Spanish I0.5 Spanish II0.5Other Foreign Lang.0.5

6. 9 th Grade Courses  Four Core Math: Algebra I or Algebra A Math: Algebra I or Algebra A English: Regular English: Regular Science: Biology Science: Biology World History World History  PE Life Life  Career Preparedness  One elective credit Drama (This will fulfill an Art requirement) Drama (This will fulfill an Art requirement)

7. 10 th Grade Courses  Four Core  Health/Dr. Ed  2 electives (May choose from Foreign Language; CTE; Art Education)  Advanced BTA for Honors Diploma

8. 11 th & 12 th Courses  Four Core Dual Credit courses available Dual Credit courses available  3 credits of electives PE counts every time taken. PE counts every time taken. Other electives can only be taken once for credit. Other electives can only be taken once for credit. Can attend Allen Thornton or Central Vocational School Can attend Allen Thornton or Central Vocational School

9. Math Courses Honors Endorsement 9 th Algebra I 10 th Honors Geometry 10 th /11 th Algebra II/Trig 12 th Pre-Cal Math Investigations

10. Math Courses Alabama High School Diploma 9 th Algebra A 10 th Algebra B 11 th Geometry 12 th Algebra II or Alg w/ Finance

11. Science Courses  Honors Endorsement Advanced Biology Advanced Biology Chemistry Chemistry Zoology Zoology Anatomy/Physiology Anatomy/Physiology Forensic Science Forensic Science  High School Diploma Physical science is not required, but recommended Biology Earth Science Environmental Science Or any science from honors endorsement list

12. CTE Electives  Allen Thornton Courses Advertising Design Advertising Design Automotive Service Automotive Service Collision Repair Collision Repair Electronics Electronics Precision Machining Precision Machining Cosmetology Cosmetology Culinary Arts Culinary Arts Health Science Health Science Welding Welding Building Construction Building Construction Cooperative Education Cooperative Education STEM – Pre-engineering STEM – Pre-engineering  Agriscience Department Agriscience Fish/Wildlife Management Environmental Management Construction Finishing & Interior Systems Aquaculture Animal Science Horticulture

13. Additional Electives  Art Education Drama Drama Art Survey (ACCESS) Art Survey (ACCESS)  History Department World Geography Psychology Sociology Local History  PE  Business Department Advanced Business Tech Applications Multimedia Design

14. ACCESS Electives  AP Courses US History US History Macroeconomics Macroeconomics US Government/Politics US Government/Politics Biology Biology Statistics Statistics Spanish Spanish Psychology Psychology Computer Science Computer Science Art History Art History  French  German  Latin  Mandarin Chinese  Accounting  Creative Writing  Global Studies  Personal Finance  Web Design  Journalism

15. LAUDERDALE COUNTY SCHOOLS 2013-2014 (Class of 2017) STUDENT EDUCATION PLANNING WORKSHEET (Four-year Plan) Student Name ___One-Diploma _____Grade ___NO Extra-curricular ______________- Parent’s Signature ___Want to attend CTE_______Date ____________________________ There is only one diploma option. However, there is an Honors Endorsement* which will be a seal on the diploma. Valedictorian and Salutatorian must have the Honors Endorsement. Do you plan to seek the Honors Endorsement? ________ Yes ___X___ No Lauderdale County Schools Four Year Plan for the Alabama High School Diploma 25 Credits Required for graduation/28 Available over 4 years 9th Grade10th Grade11th Grade12th GradeTotal MATH (4)Algebra AAlgebra BGeometryAlgebra II ENGLISH (4) (Specify if Honors/AP/DC course) English 9English 10English 11English 12 SCIENCE (4) BiologyPhysical ScienceZoologyEnv. Sci SOCIAL STUDIES (4)World HistoryUS History 10US History 11Govt/Econ REQUIRED ELECTIVES (2.5) Health (.5) L.I.F.E. PE (1) Career Preparedness (1) Career Preparedness PE Health OTHER ELECTIVES 3 must be from CTE, ART, and/or Foreign Language (Select 3.5 other electives to total 6.5 electives) This would include Athletic PE/Band and Drivers Ed. (.5) DramaPick any 2 classes from: CTE Art Education Foreign Language PE Driver’s Ed Pick any 3 classes from: CTE Art Education Foreign Language PE Pick any 3 classes from: CTE Art Education Foreign Language PE TOTALS777728 Postsecondary/Career Plans: (Check all that apply) Graduation to WorkTech. School or Community College 4 Year CollegeMilitary Career Interest Areas: (From Explore Data, Kuder Test, or Personal Interest) WelderCosmetologistEMTPipe Fitter

16. Student Name __Honors Endorsement ____Grade _NO Extra-curricular___________- Parent’s Signature ____________________Date ____________________________ There is only one diploma option. However, there is an Honors Endorsement* which will be a seal on the diploma. Valedictorian and Salutatorian must have the Honors Endorsement. Do you plan to seek the Honors Endorsement? ___X_____ Yes ______ No 25 Credits Required for graduation/28 Available over 4 years 9th Grade10th Grade11th Grade12th GradeTotal MATH (4)Algebra IGeometryAlgebra II with Trig Math Investigations or Pre-Cal ENGLISH (4) (Specify if Honors/AP/DC course) English 9English 10 Honors English11 Honors English 12 SCIENCE (4) BiologyChemistryZoologyAnat/Phy SOCIAL STUDIES (4)World HistoryUS History 10US History 11Govt/Econ REQUIRED ELECTIVES (2.5) Health (.5) L.I.F.E. PE (1) Career Preparedness (1) Career Preparedness PE Health OTHER ELECTIVES 3 must be from CTE, ART, and/or Foreign Language (Select 3.5 other electives to total 6.5 electives) This would include Athletic PE/Band and Drivers Ed. (.5) DramaSpanish I Drivers Ed. Pick 1 Elective: CTE or Art PE Spanish II (optional) Additional CTE Computer Class Pick 2 Electives: CTE or Art PE Pick 3 Electives: CTE or Art PE TOTALS777728 Postsecondary/Career Plans: (Check all that apply) Graduation to WorkTech. School or Community College 4 Year CollegeMilitary Career Interest Areas: (From Explore Data, Kuder Test, or Personal Interest) Physical TherapistComputer TechCPANurse Practitioner

17. End of Course Assessments Current courses requiring EOC  English 9, 10, 11  Algebra I and Algebra B  Algebra II  Geometry and Geometry B

18. Scholarship Information  DO NOT PAY FOR ANY INFORMATION  FAFSA form must be completed each year. Based on completed tax return form.  Resume Join clubs Join clubs Volunteer Volunteer GPA/ACT GPA/ACT Be active Be active Not just a member of club/organization- be responsible for activities conducted by club.Not just a member of club/organization- be responsible for activities conducted by club.

19. Scholarship Information  Academic Based on GPA/ACT Based on GPA/ACT Given by college Given by college Usually considered when applyUsually considered when apply  Department Given by college Given by college Must contact the department for applicationMust contact the department for application  Athletic Must meet eligibility requirements (Honors Endorsement for NCAA) Junior College gives more money per scholarship  Leadership Based on minimum GPA/ACT Resume is vital Given by college

20. Scholarship Information  Register at fastweb.com, scholarships.com, and cappex.com  Athletic Must register at www.ncaaclearinghouse.com Must register at www.ncaaclearinghouse.com  Place of employment  Major field of study scholarships from private industry  Visit school web: www.lcschools.org

21. Forms to be Returned  Four year plan with Honors Endorsement checked “yes” or “no”  Math recommendation check sheet  All forms must be signed by parent and student

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