Transcript Welcome to Munford High School

Welcome to Covington
High School
Class of 2016
Orientation Meeting
Staff at CHS
Principal, Ms. Peggy Murdock
 Assistant Principals
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Ms. Ellen S. Clark
Mr. Marcus Heaston
Mr. Mark McClain
Guidance Counselors
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Ms. Vickie Fayne
Mr. Rusty Richardson
Planning for course work
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24 total credits for graduation
16 of those credits are in the core areas
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4 English
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4 Math (Students must take a math class each year)
3 Social Studies
3 Science
1.5 Wellness
.5 Personal Finance
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English
4 credits
 English
1 credit
1 credit
1 credit
1 credit
1 credit
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 English 2
 English 3
 English 4
 Dual English 4
(6 hours college credit)
Math
4 credits
(Students must take a math class/credit each year.)
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Algebra 1
1 credit
Algebra 2
1 credit
Geometry
1 credit
Upper Level Math
1 credit
Bridge Math
Students who have not earned a 19 on the
mathematics subtest of the ACT.
STEM Math (Pre-Calculus, Calculus, or
Statistics)
Math – UT Martin Dual Credit College Algebra
Science
3 credits
Biology 1
 Chemistry or Physics
 Another Lab Science
1 credit
1 credit
1 credit
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Physical Science
Ecology
Biology II
Social Studies
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World History
or World Geography
U.S. History
U.S. History Dual Enrollment
6 hours college credit
Economics
U.S. Government
3 credits
1 credit
1 credit
1 credit
½ credit
½ credit
Fine Art, Foreign Language, and Elective
Focus
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Fine Arts
1 credit
Foreign Language
(Same language)
2 credits
Elective Focus
3 credits
Students completing a CTE elective focus must
complete three units in the same CTE program
area or state approved program of study.
Science and math, humanities, fine arts, or
AP/IB
Other area approved by local Board of
Education
Fine Arts and Foreign Language
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*The Fine Art and Foreign Language
requirements may be waived for
students who are sure they are not
going to attend a 4 year university.
Students will replace those credits with
courses designed to enhance and
expand the elective focus.
P.E. and Wellness
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1½ credits
Wellness
1 credit
Physical Education
½ credit
The physical education requirement may be
met by substituting an equivalent time of
physical activity in other areas including but
not limited to marching band, cheerleading,
interscholastic athletics, and school
sponsored intramural athletics.
Other credits
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Personal Finance
Additional Electives
TOTAL
½ credit
2 credits
24 credits
Factors to consider when
choosing the right courses:
Data
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Examine your student’s Explore data
Examine TCAP data and predictions
Ask for input from teachers if you are
unsure
Always try to reach as high as possible
with your academic goals, yet be
realistic
TESTING
To raise the academic bar for all high school students
and to add accountability for students’ academic
performance, Tennessee adopted the Tennessee
Diploma Project for end-of-course (EOC) tests in key
subjects. Although subject to change, the current
end-of-course tested subjects are:
English 1, English 2, English 3, Algebra 1,
Algebra 2 , US History, Biology 1
Scheduled soon are:
Geometry, Chemistry, and Physics
Testing
The results of these examinations will be
factored into the student’s grade at a
percentage determined by the State
Board of Education.
The weight of the end-of course test
beginning in 2011-12 school year is
25% of the second semester.
Tennessee Scholars
The Future of Tennessee
TN Scholar Expectations
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20 hours of community service
Overall “C” average in all TN Scholars
courses
95% overall attendance
No out-of-school suspensions
Successful passing of all End of Course
subjects
Parent’s Role in New State
Guidelines
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Encourage all students to take more rigorous
courses and prepare for the future.
Encourage students to plan early for the future.
Help find ways to motivate students to stay in
school and complete their education.
Support their educational system and their
students.
Serve as volunteers.
Dual Enrollment
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Courses offered at CHS in conjunction
with University of Tennessee at Martin
Credit granted by CHS and by UT
Credit will count at all TN Board of
Regents Universities as well as any
other university
You begin your college transcript
ACT and SAT
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Keep in mind that rigorous courses
increase the scores on college entrance
exams
ACT prep courses (regular, math, and
reading)
Successful completion of core university
courses yield a 7 point margin increase
ACT Prep increases scores on ACT
TN Lottery Scholarship
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Present requirements:
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ACT score of 21, SAT score of 980, OR
3.0 GPA
$4,000 per year for a 4-year college
$2,000 per year for a two-year college
Aspire Award – additional $1,500 based
on need
CollegePaysTN.com
GPA Calculation
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Each A counts 4, Bs count 3, Cs count
2, and Ds count 1
Calculates semester averages only
Add all semester As, Bs, Cs, and Ds
Divide by the number of semesters for
which you have grades
That answer is your GPA
Semester Exams
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Your semester exam counts 25% of your
semester average.
Don’t take exams for granted.
Study!!
Credit Recovery
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Computer-driven
A+ Software
Hours of after-school or before-school
work to recover a credit
No new credit
Can only receive a 70
Costs associated with recovery
Parent Connect
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Student information available on the
web
Username and password protected
Grades and attendance posted
Syllabus can be posted
Messages available
Email connections
Moving to High School
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Discipline
Dress Code
 Belts
 Pants
 Blouses
 Appropriateness
Opportunities to be successful
Be a leader to gain the most from high school.
Get Involved in CHS Life
 Band,
chorus,
sports, clubs
 Join a team
 Join a club
 Become a CHS
Charger
Dates to Remember for CMS:
If you haven’t registered, please see
Ms. Fayne in guidance. (475-5861)
 Times must be scheduled through
Ms. Fayne
 Be sure to review your plan carefully
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Dates to remember for CIAA
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Appointments made through Ms.
Beasley at CIAA
In summary:
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Set high goals for yourself
Get your life organized
Know what to expect before you come
to school
Learn how to study and take advantage
of available help (tutoring)
Find solutions to your problems
Connect to CHS
How to connect to CHS
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http://www.tipton-county.com/chs
Email addresses @tipton-county.com
Activities
School news
Guidance newsletters
Club and organization information