8 th grade to 9 th grade Course Information Night January 29th 7:00 PM Ashland High School Cafeteria.

88thth grade to 9 grade to 9thth grade grade Course Information NightCourse Information Night

January 29thJanuary 29th

7:00 PM7:00 PM

Ashland High School CafeteriaAshland High School Cafeteria

CounselorsCounselors

Jon Court (Letters A-F)Jon Court (Letters A-F)– [email protected]

Peggy Steward (Letters G-M)Peggy Steward (Letters G-M)– [email protected]

Josh Packard (Letters N-Z)Josh Packard (Letters N-Z)– [email protected]

All applications and scheduling information can be found on the guidance websitehttp://arrowsguidance.weebly.com

College Credit PlusCollege Credit PlusWhat is it?What is it?– Chance for AHS students to earn college credit while taking Chance for AHS students to earn college credit while taking

courses at the high school through partner collegescourses at the high school through partner colleges

Are there requirements to be eligible?Are there requirements to be eligible?– Yes --- See our guidance webpage for more informationYes --- See our guidance webpage for more information

Can a student take the class for just high school credit?Can a student take the class for just high school credit?– Yes ---Circling the name of the class indicates the student Yes ---Circling the name of the class indicates the student

wants to take it for high school credit only. Circling the college wants to take it for high school credit only. Circling the college credit plus option beside it means the student is interested in credit plus option beside it means the student is interested in taking it for college credit as well.taking it for college credit as well.

Which courses are available for College Credit Plus?Which courses are available for College Credit Plus?– Microsoft Word & SpeechMicrosoft Word & Speech– Microsoft Excel (pending approval)Microsoft Excel (pending approval)

College Credit PlusCollege Credit Plus(Formerly Post-Secondary and Dual Credit)(Formerly Post-Secondary and Dual Credit)

College Credit Plus allows students to earn College Credit Plus allows students to earn college credit either by attending classes at college credit either by attending classes at Ashland High School or by attending Ashland High School or by attending classes on a college campus. classes on a college campus.

Student interested in the College Credit Student interested in the College Credit Plus program should attend our information Plus program should attend our information night with their parents on February 24night with their parents on February 24thth at at 7:00 PM in the high school cafeteria.7:00 PM in the high school cafeteria.

High School Credit

Each full year class = 1 creditEach semester (half year) course = ½ credit

Two exceptions to the rule• Agricultural Science classes = 1.25 credits• Any P.E. class = ¼ credit

Minimum Requirements for GraduationMinimum Requirements for Graduation

21 credits21 credits– 4 credits of English4 credits of English– 4 credits of Math4 credits of Math– 3 credits of Science3 credits of Science– 3 credits of Social Studies 3 credits of Social Studies – ½ credit of Health½ credit of Health– ½ credit of P.E. (2 semester classes)½ credit of P.E. (2 semester classes)– 2 semesters of fine or performing art in grades 7-122 semesters of fine or performing art in grades 7-12

Other ConsiderationsOther Considerations

Students need six courses per semesterStudents need six courses per semester

Students need to pass 5 credits each 9 Students need to pass 5 credits each 9 weeks and have at least a 1.5 GPA in weeks and have at least a 1.5 GPA in order to be eligible for extracurricular order to be eligible for extracurricular activities.activities.

99thth Grade Courses: English Grade Courses: English

4 Credits Required for Graduation4 Credits Required for Graduation– Full Year Required CoursesFull Year Required Courses

English 9English 9OROR

Honors English 9 Honors English 9

99thth Grade Courses English Grade Courses English

Honors English 9 Honors English 9 – Students need to be recommended by English teacher Students need to be recommended by English teacher

and have a 1300 as their Lexile reading scoreand have a 1300 as their Lexile reading score– Must complete writing prompt and submit it onlineMust complete writing prompt and submit it online– Summer Reading

To Kill a MockingbirdLord of the Flies One text to be chosen from a pre-selected list   They will complete a creative project over the self-selection during the summer, a large objective test (100 questions) upon the start of school over Flies & Mockingbird, and a written project (including both argument and creative pieces) over the required texts during the first weeks of school.

Possible 9Possible 9thth Grade Courses Grade Courses EnglishEnglish

– Semester CoursesSemester CoursesSpeech– ½ credit (Dual Credit)Speech– ½ credit (Dual Credit)

– Can earn college credit through North Central StateCan earn college credit through North Central State– Circle College Credit plusCircle College Credit plus or circle Speech for HS credit only or circle Speech for HS credit only

Journalism I – ½ credit Journalism I – ½ credit – Can lead to Journalism II with instructor approval and then to school Can lead to Journalism II with instructor approval and then to school

newspaper the following yearnewspaper the following year

Dramatics – ½ creditDramatics – ½ credit

Video Production I (application required)Video Production I (application required)– Competitive to get in as a 9Competitive to get in as a 9thth grader, students need to pick a backup grader, students need to pick a backup

classclass

99thth Grade Courses: Social Studies Grade Courses: Social Studies

3 Credits Required for Graduation3 Credits Required for Graduation– American HistoryAmerican History

– Honors American History Honors American History Online application requiredOnline application required

Summer readingSummer reading– Read a book (will pick from teacher provided list) related

to United States History and complete a book review and oral presentation at the beginning of the school year. The book review is due on the first full day of class

99thth Grade Courses: Science Grade Courses: Science

3 Credits Required for Graduation3 Credits Required for Graduation

– Physical Science I and II (1 semester each)Physical Science I and II (1 semester each)

– Advanced Biology (full year)Advanced Biology (full year)May enroll based on placement test scores.May enroll based on placement test scores.

Make sure student is signed up for placement test Make sure student is signed up for placement test at their schoolat their school

99thth Grade Courses: Math Grade Courses: Math

4 Credits Required for Graduation4 Credits Required for Graduation

Algebra I Algebra I – Students who struggle with math should plan on a full year study hall to access the Students who struggle with math should plan on a full year study hall to access the

math tutor roommath tutor room

Geometry Geometry – Prerequisite of Honors Algebra IPrerequisite of Honors Algebra I

Honors Geometry Honors Geometry – Follow sequence; advanced program; leads to AP CalculusFollow sequence; advanced program; leads to AP Calculus– Prerequisite of Honors Algebra IPrerequisite of Honors Algebra I

Honors Algebra IIHonors Algebra II– Follow sequence; advanced program; leads to AP CalculusFollow sequence; advanced program; leads to AP Calculus– Prerequisite of Honors GeometryPrerequisite of Honors Geometry

99thth Grade Courses: Grade Courses: Physical EducationPhysical Education

½ credit of P.E. is required for graduation½ credit of P.E. is required for graduation½ credit of Health is required for graduation½ credit of Health is required for graduation

Physical Education I Physical Education I – Semester courseSemester course– ¼ credit¼ credit

HealthHealth– Semester courseSemester course– ½ credit½ credit

ASHLAND CITY SCHOOLS PHYSICAL EDUCATION WAIVER

Students who participate in two seasons of district-sponsored high school interscholastic athletics, marching band or cheerleading shall not be required to complete any physical education course as a condition to graduate. (An athletic season is defined by the rules and bylaws of the Ohio High School Athletic Association). Partial credit will not be granted.

In order to be eligible to graduate, a high school student who is excused from the physical education requirement must still complete instruction in 6.5 electives.

ASHLAND CITY SCHOOLS PHYSICAL EDUCATION GRADUATION REQUIREMENT WAIVER

Participating in interscholastic athletics, marching band and cheerleading is a privilege, and not a right. This policy shall not in any way be construed as granting a student the right to participate in such district-sponsored activities. Board rules and policies including Code of Conduct continue to apply. In addition, any student participating in this policy shall be subject to any athletic fee and or pay-to-participate fee.

Granting of this waiver becomes effective upon completion of the specified athletic seasons as approved by the band director, athletic or cheerleading coach/advisor and submission to the Guidance Office.

ASHLAND CITY SCHOOLS PHYSICAL EDUCATION GRADUATION REQUIREMENT WAIVER

Please indicate on your registration sheet if you are planning on using the PE waiver in lieu of taking PE classes.

ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES:FALL WINTER SPRINGFootball Girls Basketball BaseballGirls Volleyball Boys Basketball SoftballBoys Cross Country Wrestling Boys TrackGirls Cross Country Cheerleading Girls TrackBoys Soccer Boys Swimming/Diving Boys TennisGirls Soccer Girls Swimming/DivingGirls Tennis GymnasticsCheerleading Competition CheerleadingMarching BandBoys GolfGirls Golf

Summer Course OfferingsSummer Course OfferingsStudents should circle P.E. I and/or Health and write Students should circle P.E. I and/or Health and write “Summer” beside that selection. “Summer” beside that selection.

Once student interest and staffing has been determined, Once student interest and staffing has been determined, an announcement will be made about the date, time and an announcement will be made about the date, time and cost. (Late April)cost. (Late April)

Sign-up for summer classes is on a first-come, first-Sign-up for summer classes is on a first-come, first-served basis.served basis.

Approximate cost is around $100Approximate cost is around $100

Tentative start date would be June 8Tentative start date would be June 8thth

– Usually AM and PM session 8-11 AM & 11:30 – 2:30 PMUsually AM and PM session 8-11 AM & 11:30 – 2:30 PM– Runs for four weeksRuns for four weeks

World Languages

It is recommended that students have a C or better in previous English and math courses before pursuing a world language.

Students should be enrolled in Algebra I or higher as a 9th grader.

World Language is not a graduation requirementBut…

Ohio Colleges recommend at least 2 years of a world languageAnd…

Three years of one world language or two years of two world languages are required for the Honors Diploma upon

graduation. And…

Ashland High School does offer 6 hours of college credit for those students completing Spanish V or French V

99thth Grade Courses : Grade Courses : World LanguageWorld Language

Any of the following languages in Any of the following languages in sequence:sequence:

FrenchFrench

Latin Latin

SpanishSpanish

Possible 9Possible 9thth Grade Courses : Business Grade Courses : Business

BusinessBusiness– Microsoft Word– Microsoft Word– (semester course) - ½ credit(semester course) - ½ credit

College Credit through North Central State CollegeCollege Credit through North Central State College– Be sure to circle the College Credit Plus option if you are interested in receiving the college Be sure to circle the College Credit Plus option if you are interested in receiving the college

credit!credit!– Circle just Microsoft Word if you only want HS credit for the courseCircle just Microsoft Word if you only want HS credit for the course

– Microsoft Excel– Microsoft Excel– (semester course) – ½ credit(semester course) – ½ credit

prerequisite – Microsoft Wordprerequisite – Microsoft WordCollege Credit through North Central State CollegeCollege Credit through North Central State College

– Be sure to circle the College Credit Plus option if you are interested in receiving the college Be sure to circle the College Credit Plus option if you are interested in receiving the college credit!credit!

– Circle just Microsoft Word if you only want HS credit for the courseCircle just Microsoft Word if you only want HS credit for the course

Possible 9Possible 9thth Grade Courses: Career Tech Grade Courses: Career Tech

Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources One and one-quarter creditOne and one-quarter credit

Meets one periodMeets one period

Career Based Intervention Program Career Based Intervention Program (CBIP)(CBIP)Two credits – 1 credit work, 1 credit relatedTwo credits – 1 credit work, 1 credit related

CBI Social Studies – 1 creditCBI Social Studies – 1 credit

Structured for students at-risk academicallyStructured for students at-risk academically

– If interested, put CBI at the top of the worksheet and If interested, put CBI at the top of the worksheet and complete a regular schedule.complete a regular schedule.

Possible 9Possible 9thth Grade Courses: Career Tech Grade Courses: Career Tech

Family and Consumer Sciences Family and Consumer Sciences – Semester classesSemester classes

Towards IndependenceTowards IndependenceToward Independence provides students with an understanding of the

concepts and principles involved in managing one’s personal finances. Topics include savings and investing, credit, insurance, taxes and social security, spending patterns and budget planning, contracts, and consumer protection. A cooking unit is included with this class (based on making smart money choices when it comes to preparing food).

Decisions in LivingDecisions in LivingDecisions in Living is an introductory class that helps students learn

about job skills and interpret career and workplace issues. This course demonstrates how academic achievement influences personal and career growth. Students will learn about conflict resolution techniques and apply social skills that lead to becoming a healthy, caring and responsible citizen

Possible 9Possible 9thth Grade Courses: Music Grade Courses: Music

BandBand

Stage BandStage Band

OrchestraOrchestra

Concert ChoirConcert Choir

Music Theory Music Theory (semester class)(semester class)

– Open by referral from a music teacher to anyone in a band, choir or orchestra class with preference given to juniors and seniors. Those underclassmen or students not enrolled in a music class must see Mrs. Wolbert before signing up. This is not an entry level course.

Possible 9Possible 9thth Grade Courses: Art Grade Courses: Art

Introduction to Art Introduction to Art – a full-year course that is a prerequisite for all a full-year course that is a prerequisite for all

future art courses.future art courses.– Introduction to Art is a very popular class and preference Introduction to Art is a very popular class and preference

is given to upperclassmen. Be sure to list at least 1 full is given to upperclassmen. Be sure to list at least 1 full year course or two semester courses as backups if you year course or two semester courses as backups if you choose Intro to Art as one of your desired electiveschoose Intro to Art as one of your desired electives

Other Important InformationOther Important Information

Ohio College RecommendationsOhio College Recommendations– 4 credits of College Prep English4 credits of College Prep English– 4 credits of Math4 credits of Math

Prefer Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II Prefer Algebra I, Geometry, and Algebra II

– 3 credits of Science (2 lab sciences)3 credits of Science (2 lab sciences)– 3 credits of Social Studies3 credits of Social Studies– 2 credits of Foreign Language2 credits of Foreign Language– 1 credit of Fine/Performing Arts1 credit of Fine/Performing Arts

Other Important InformationOther Important Information

Honors Diploma Requirements Honors Diploma Requirements – (must meet 7 of 8 criteria)(must meet 7 of 8 criteria)

– 4 English Credits4 English Credits– 4 Math Credits4 Math Credits– 4 Science Credits4 Science Credits– 4 Social Studies Credits4 Social Studies Credits– 3 Foreign Language Credits (same language)3 Foreign Language Credits (same language)

Or 2 in 1 language and 2 in anotherOr 2 in 1 language and 2 in another

– 1 Credit in Fine or Performing Art1 Credit in Fine or Performing Art– 3.5 GPA3.5 GPA– ACT composite score of 27ACT composite score of 27

Other Important Information:Other Important Information:

AHS Guidance Website:AHS Guidance Website:– http://arrowsguidance.weebly.com/http://arrowsguidance.weebly.com/– Program of Studies is available onlineProgram of Studies is available online

– Web pages with links to information on colleges, careers, Web pages with links to information on colleges, careers, planning timelines, scholarship listings, financial aid, and planning timelines, scholarship listings, financial aid, and information for potential college athletes.information for potential college athletes.

Registration sheets are due in English classes on Registration sheets are due in English classes on Monday February 2ndMonday February 2nd