Academic Opportunities at Clover High School
Mar 31, 2015
Academic Opportunities atClover High School
Transition to High SchoolClassroom Sessions with
CounselorPre-IGP (Individual Graduation
Plan) meetingsAcademic Opportunities: Parent
and Student Meeting8th grade tours of CHSApril 20th – IGP DAY!!Summer RegistrationOpen House in August
Tonight’s AgendaGraduation RequirementsTypical ScheduleMix of Courses
◦ Academics◦ Electives and Career Clusters
ScholarshipsGPA and SC UGS GPARegistration TimelineStudent Panel
Minimal Course RequirementsHigh School Graduation and Two Year College Four Year College
English 4 units 4 units
Math 4 units 4 units (Algebra 1, 2, Geometry, Higher Level)
Science 3 units 3 units (3 Lab Science in two different fields)
Social Studies 3 units (1 US History, .5 Gov., .5 Economics)
3 units (1 US History, .5 Gov., .5 Economics)
Computer Science 1 total unit 1 total unit
PE or ROTC 1 unit 1 unit
Health .5 unit .5 unit
World Language 1 unit of W. Language OR 1 unit of a CATE class
2 or 3 units
CATE None required
Fine Arts None required 1 unit for SC Public Colleges
Electives Minimum of 24 total units
Minimum of 24 total units
Overview of the Schedule4 X 4 Schedule 8 classes per year4 each day Typical 9th grade scheduleNotice the mix of academics and
electives Fall (August – January) Spring (January – June)
English 1 Algebra 1
Physical Science PE or ROTC
World History French 1
Computer Applications Family and Consumer Sciences
Mix of courses each yearCore Academics English, math, science, social studies
and world language Different levels available in each area. 9th grade levels determined by:
Test Scores (PASS and MAP), Grades, EOC, Teacher Recommendation
10- 12 grade levels determined primarily by:Grade earned in previous course
9th gradeAcademics levels will be recommended by
the middle schools.
Tech Prep – High School Graduation and Two Year College (ex: Math Tech 1)
CP – Two or Four Year College (Alg. 1 CP)Honors – Four Year College (Geometry H)GT – Two classes (World Geo and History)
High School Credit for Middle School ClassesStudents must earn an 85 (3.0)
or above84 and below
◦Retake with no penalty◦Benefits to retaking
Greater mastery of material Protects high school GPA (more on this
soon)
Can request a waiver from the principal if your grade is between an 80 and 84
10th-12th gradeAcademic LevelsTech Prep, CP and Honors in most
subjectsLevel is based on performance in
previous class. Example: 85 - 100 in English 1 CP then in 10th grade you could choose English 2 H
College Credit Opportunities
College Credit Courses
AP (Advanced Placement)
•Free•3 hour standardized exam determines credit•Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Human Geography, US History, Calculus, Statistics, English Literature, English Language, French, Spanish
Dual Credit (Enrolled in two
schools)•Cost to the Student•Taught by a CHS teacher on our campus•English 101, English 102, Psychology, Western Civilization
Middle College
•Free•Students actually attend York Tech•Almost any course available during the school day is open for our students based on the student’s goals.
i-SchoolOptions for students to take a class
virtually (on the computer)Classes can be taken on our campus or
from homeClasses can be used for initial credit or
credit recovery (student earned 60 – 69)Students are permitted to take a total of
3 i-school classes per school year and 2 over the summer.
South Carolina Virtual School .
CSD Homepage SC Department of Education
Virtual School
ElectivesWe have a large variety of electives!
These are organized by career clusters and majors.
Students can choose from a certain number of electives. Many count towards graduation requirements (PE, health, computer science). Others are based on interest (art, music, agricultural science, engineering)
Most elective classes run in a sequence, so students should plan ahead. (ex: Auto Tech 1, 2, then 3)
Career ClustersTips to keep in mind:
1. College major is different than high school major. They do not have to match!
2. Students declare a cluster in 8th grade and a major in 10th grade.
3. Students can change their cluster and major each year.4. The choice of a major does not impact graduation. The
requirements are the same.5. You can choose a major to try something new in high
school OR take a major to help prepare for a career.Automotive Technology ITT Technical to major in diesel engine
repair
Automotive Technology Attend USC to major in Business Management
Arts and Humanities School of Business Management &
Information Systems
School of Math, Science, Engineering & Industrial
Technologies
School of Health & Human Services
Arts, A/V Technology and Communication Cluster
• Advanced Studies (English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies)
• Audio/Video Production• Journalism &
Broadcasting• Liberal Arts• Performing Arts• Visual Arts• World Language
Education Cluster• Teaching & Training
Business Management & Administration Cluster
• Business Information Management• General Management• Operations Management
Finance Cluster• Accounting
Hospitality & Tourism Cluster• Culinary Arts• Hospitality Management
and Operations
Information Technology Cluster• Programming & Software
Development• Networking• Web and Digital
Communications
Marketing, Sales, & Service Cluster
• Marketing Communications
Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources Cluster
• Plant & Animal Systems
Architecture & Construction Cluster
• Architectural Design• Building Construction
Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics Cluster
• Automotive Technology
Science Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics
Cluster
• Mathematics• (NEW) Mechatronics• Pre-engineering &
Technology• Science
Government• National Security• Foreign Service
Health Science Cluster• Health & Personal
Fitness• Nursing & Pre-medicine• Sports Medicine
Human Services Cluster• Family & Community
Services
Programs of Study (page 4)
NEW COURSE for 2013
High School 101—1/2 Unit-- This course is designed to provide ninth grade students with the skills necessary to become independent learners and active members of their high school. The course will focus on the transition from the middle school environment to the high school. Topics to be discussed include: study skills, note-taking, organizing for learning, time management, teamwork, goal setting, decision-making, and career and financial planning. This course can be paired with Mechanics of Writing or Street Law.
ScholarshipsHow does GPA impact Scholarships?LIFE Two year college ALL
Tuition◦ 3.0 SC GPA
LIFE Four year college $5000◦ 3.0 SC GPA◦ Top 30% of senior class◦ 1100 SAT or 24 ACT◦ Must meet 2 out of the 3 above criteria
Palmetto Fellows Four year college $6700◦ 3.5 SC GPA◦ Top 6% of the sophomore, junior or senior class◦ 1200 SAT or 27 ACT OR◦ 4.0 GPA and 1400 SAT or 32 ACT
SC UGS: Uniform Grading Scale Weighted Formula
Average Grade CP Honors AP/IB/DC100 A 4.875 5.375 5.87599 A 4.750 5.250 5.75098 A 4.625 5.125 5.62597 A 4.500 5.000 5.50096 A 4.375 4.875 5.37595 A 4.250 4.750 5.25094 A 4.125 4.625 5.12593 A 4.000 4.500 5.00092 B 3.875 4.375 4.87591 B 3.750 4.250 4.75090 B 3.625 4.125 4.62589 B 3.500 4.000 4.50088 B 3.375 3.875 4.37587 B 3.250 3.750 4.25086 B 3.125 3.625 4.12585 B 3.000 3.500 4.00084 C 2.875 3.375 3.87583 C 2.750 3.250 3.75082 C 2.625 3.125 3.62581 C 2.500 3.000 3.50080 C 2.375 2.875 3.37579 C 2.250 2.750 3.25078 C 2.125 2.625 3.12577 C 2.000 2.500 3.00076 D 1.875 2.375 2.87575 D 1.750 2.250 2.75074 D 1.625 2.125 2.62573 D 1.500 2.000 2.50072 D 1.375 1.875 2.37571 D 1.250 1.750 2.25070 D 1.125 1.625 2.12569 F 1.000 1.500 2.00068 F 0.875 1.375 1.87567 F 0.750 1.250 1.75066 F 0.625 1.125 1.62565 F 0.500 1.000 1.50064 F 0.375 0.875 1.37563 F 0.250 0.750 1.25062 F 0.125 0.625 1.125
GPA & rank in class are pulled from numeric grades
Sample 9th grade GPACourse Grade 4.0 GPA SC UGS GPA
English 1 CP 95 4.0 4.25
Geometry H 95 4.0 4.75
Physical Science H
92 3.0 4.375
World Geography CP
92 3.0 3.875
French 1 90 3.0 3.625
Intro to Manufacturing
85 3.0 3.0
Image Editing
78 2.0 2.215
PE 1 74 1.0 1.625
23 / 8 = 2.875
27.705 / 8 = 3.46
Tips to knowOn the SC UGS Scale:
◦Every class counts◦Every point counts (95 is higher than
a 93)◦You will see a few GPA’s as high as
5.0◦SC GPA range typically is:◦Top 6 % = 4.7 to a 5.2◦Top 10 % = 4.5 and up◦Top 30 % = 3.8 and up◦Top 50 % = 3.3 and up
Registration TimelineApril 20 IGP Saturday at CHS June 3 – June 14 Waiver
Conferences with Middle School Principals as needed
August 1 Summer Registration for 9th
◦9 am – 1 pm AND 3 pm – 7 pm◦Students will receive their schedule
August 5 Make-up Registration◦9 am – 1 pm AND 3 pm – 7 pm
August 15 NGA Meet the Teacher Night
August 21 First Day of School
Final Comments for Understanding the High School Academics1. Attend evening parent meetings2. Attend the IGP conferences once a
year with the school counselor3. Understand graduation requirements
and college entrance requirements4. Encourage good attendance5. Be very thoughtful when choosing
your child’s schedule6. Enjoy these years! Age of
Opportunity
CHS Student Panel
Thank you!Questions
Contact your School Counselor with any additional questions or comments.
Clover Middle: 810-8300Oakridge Middle: 631-8000CHS Counseling Center: 810-8211