Transcript Bowling Green High School
Bowling Green High School
WELCOME Incoming 9
th
graders!
Class of 2018
PRINCIPALS
Mr. Fields, Principal Mr. King, Freshman Principal Mrs. Shive, Assistant Principal Mr. Livers, Assistant Principal
COUNSELORS
Ms. Rowan, Department Head Mrs. Lawson Mrs. Krisher Ms. Swiney
School Hours at BGHS Excel Period (Zero Period) 7:30 am to 8:20 am Regular School Day 1
st
– 6
th
periods 8:30 am to 3:05 pm
Words you need to know…
Credit ---Official certification that a student has completed a course. At BGHS, we have whole (1) credit courses and half (1/2) credit courses.
Semester ---One of the two divisions of an academic year. 1 st semester--the start of school to winter break (August – December). 2 nd semester--after winter break until the end of the year (January – May) Prerequisite —What is required before you can take a class Transcript -- A student’s academic record. Core Courses —Academic courses recognized by the NCAA Clearinghouse No —We will not, and you will not
Math Requirement
All students are required to take a math course every year of high school.
This can include:
Pre-Algebra Geometry Algebra I Accelerated Algebra I Accelerated Geometry Geometry Pre-AP Algebra II Algebra III Accelerated Algebra II Algebra II Pre-AP Pre-Calculus Pre-Calculus Pre-AP AP Calculus AP Statistics AP Computer Science Math 116-WKU Foundations in Personal Finance
Diploma Choices
Merit Diploma
22 credits minimum required
Comprehensive Diploma
24 credits minimum required
English
Merit Diploma
English I, II, III, IV 4 credits
Science 3 credits
Math
Social Studies
Health / P.E. Any three science classes to include: life science, physical science, and earth/space science.
Alg. I, Geometry, Alg. II World Civ., U. S. History, Political Science ½ credit health, ½ credit P.E.
1 credit
Humanities History of Performing/Visual Art Total REQUIRED Credits = Plus ELECTIVE Credits = TOTAL CREDITS= Embedded 14 8 (minimum) 22
Comprehensive Diploma
English English I, II, III, IV 4 credits
Science
Math Biology, Chemistry, Physics Anatomy/Physiology or higher Alg. I, Geometry, Alg. II 3 credits 3 credits
Social Studies World Civ., U. S. History, Political Science 3 credits
Health / P.E.
Humanities
World Languages ½ credit health, ½ credit P.E.
History of Performing/Visual Art two classes from same language Total REQUIRED Credits = Plus ELECTIVE Credits = TOTAL CREDITS= 1 credit Embedded 2 credits 16 8 (minimum) 24
Pre-College Curriculum-PCC
(classes that must be completed successfully in high school before entering college)
English Math Science English I, II, III, IV Alg. I, Geometry, Alg. II Credits to include life science, physical science, and earth/space science (at least one lab course).
4 credits 3 credits 3 credits Social Studies Health / P.E.
From U. S. History, Economics, Government, World Geography, and World Civilization.
½ Health, ½ P.E.
History and Appreciation of Visual, Performing Arts 3 credits 1 credit 1 credit World Languages or demonstrate competency 2 credits Electives 5 credits (3 must be rigorous) (Recommended strongly: 1 or more courses that develop computer literacy.) Total REQUIRED Credits = Plus ELECTIVE Credits = TOTAL CREDITS= 17 5(minimum) 22
Grade Point Average Class Rank
A
temporary GPA
is figured at the end of each year and a final one is done during the senior year.
Rank
in class is determined by the numerical grade point average.
The
final averages
of all courses are counted in figuring the numerical GPA.
The student receives a decimal GPA based on a 4.0 scale with the following values assigned
A=4 B=3 C=2 D=1 F=0
Sample Grades / GPA
9 TH Grade (End of Year on Transcript) English I Algebra I Biology Spanish I Health PE I World Civ. 86 94 82 76 96 98 95 3.0
4.0
3.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
4.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
0.5
0.5
1.0
GPA Numeric Class Rank 20 /6 = 3.33
88.33
65/283
Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship (KEES)
Awarded to graduating seniors who will attend a Kentucky College, university or technical school. The amount received will be based on each year’s GPA and a one time bonus for the ACT score.
GPA AMOUNT GPA
2.50 $125.00
2.60 2.70
150.00
175.00
2.75
2.80
2.90
3.00
3.10
3.20
3.25
187.50 3.60
200.00 3.70
225.00
300.00
312.50
3.30
3.40
3.50
3.75
250.00 3.80
275.00 3.90
4.00
AMOUNT
325.00
350.00
375.00
400.00
425.00
437.50
450.00
475.00
500.00
ACT
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 and above
AMOUNT
$36 71 107 143 179 214 250 286 321 357 393 428 464 500
English Math Algebra I or higher level
Student Athlete 16 Core Courses
4 years 3 years Electives Computer Science 4 years Additional Courses from above or Foreign Language or 1 extra year of English, Math, Natural of Physical Science Social Studies World Civilization U.S. History Science Biology w/ lab Chemistry 2 years 2 years Minimum core-course GPA of 2.30 required Ten of the 16 core courses must be completed before your senior year.
Seven of the 10 core courses must be English, Math or Science.
English I
Pre-Algebra Algebra I
Required Classes For Your FRESHMAN YEAR
English I Pre-AP
Geometry Accelerated Geometry Accelerated Algebra I Algebra I -Honors Geometry Pre-AP
Algebra II Accelerated Algebra II Algebra II Pre-AP
Biology
World Civilization
Health & P.E. Biology Pre-AP AP World History
Possible Elective Courses for your FRESHMAN YEAR
Journalism: Beginning Reporting Speech Communications I & II
Spanish I, French I, German I, Arabic I Basic Design & Drawing Advanced Studio (Acceleration) Band: High School Choral Music: Mixed Choir Instrumental Music: String Orchestra (only during Excel Period)
Electives Continued…
Relationships Fashion/Interior Design I & II Foods & Nutrition Relationships Child & Human Development I
Introduction to Construction Carpentry Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Introduction to Health Science Occupations Introduction to Multimedia Digital Imaging
We have MORE Electives…
JROTC STLP Law & Justice
Business Economics Business Principles & Applications Computer & Tech Applications I & II Entrepreneurship Financial Literacy Principles of Marketing Sports Entertainment Marketing
AGREEMENT FOR PRE-AP AND AP CLASSES
Agreement For Pre-Advanced and Advanced Placement Classes
I understand that I have enrolled in a Pre-Advanced or Advanced Placement class or classes, and they are taught at a college level with college level expectations. I understand that this or these classes will require time and effort on my part as I endeavor to learn new skills and new content. I understand my responsibilities as a student in the Advanced Placement curriculum, and
I commit to doing the work required.
English I PAP English II PAP AP Eng Lit. AP Eng Lang. AP Music Biology PAP Chemistry PAP Physics PAP AP Chemistry AP Physics AP Biology AP Environmental Geometry PAP Algebra II PAP Pre-Calculus PAP AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Computer Sci. AP Statistics AP World History AP US History AP Government AP Comparative AP Human Geography AP European History AP Psychology AP French AP German AP Spanish By signing this agreement, I agree that I have carefully considered all requirements for the Advanced Placement class and have made an informed decision.
I understand that I CAN NOT transfer to a non-Pre-AP/AP class without losing my credit for the year and adversely affecting my GPA. I understand that I will have to take a non-Pre-AP/AP class during the next school year.
_____________________________________________ Printed Student Name _______________________________ Grade _____________________________________________ _______________________________ Student Signature Date As a parent/guardian of the above mentioned student, I understand that my child has enrolled in a Pre-Advanced or Advanced Placement class or classes, and this is
a year long commitment
. I understand by signing this agreement, I agree that we have carefully considered all requirements for the Advanced Placement class or classes and we have made an informed decision.
I understand that my child CAN NOT transfer to a non-Pre-AP/AP class without losing my credit for the year and adversely affecting his/her GPA. I understand that my child will have to take a non- Pre-AP/AP class during the next school year.
___________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature ____________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature _________________________ Date ________________________________ Date
Bowling Green High School Curriculum Planner
Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Period 0 (Excel) 1 st 2 nd 3 rd 4 th 5 th (Algebra I) (Geometry) English I English II World Civ.
U.S. History English III Political Science Math Math Math Science Science Science 6 th Spanish I Health/ P.E.
Spanish II or Another Language World Languages English IV Math Elec.
Required
1.
GO TO THE PARENT/ STUDENT PORTAL User Name-Student ID # Password—firstname initial lastname initialStudent Birthdate mmddyy js042498
2. ON LEFT SELECT REGISTRATION 14-15 BOWLING GREEN SCHOOL
2. AFTER SELECTION--SCREEN WILL LOOK LIKE THIS
3. SELECT COURSE SEARCH
4. ENTER COURSE NAME—CLICK GO
5. SELECT COURSE FROM “SELECT A COURSE TO VIEW” 6. SELECT REQUEST THIS COURSE If this is the elective which you want to take--if you are taking the regular 6 period day, you will need only one (1) elective
For Alternates
– go back to course search and enter a course name
7.
Select Request as Alternate
— (you need to select an alternate for every elective class YOU enter 8. Select Request as Alternate — if you are planning on taking a 7 period day — EXCEL. The excel class cannot be added to the required courses. This will be adjusted on registration day.
5. HOW YOUR LAST SCREEN WILL LOOK IN THE IC PORTAL AFTER ONE COURSE SELECTED
6. HOW YOUR LAST SCREEN WILL LOOK IN THE IC PORTAL AFTER SIX COURSES SELECTED
7. HOW YOUR LAST SCREEN WILL LOOK IN THE IC PORTAL AFTER SEVEN COURSES SELECTED
9. IF YOU SELECT THE WRONG COURSE, CLICK ON THE COURSE AND THEN SELECT DROP THIS
REQUEST
1 .
Go to bgreen.kyschools.us
Under the school tab, select the high school
2. Select the Guidance link and then General information
3. On the left hand side, all the documents can be acquired
A Glance at what will happen on March 5 or March 6*…
Meet with one of the high school counselors and register for your 9th grade classes
Attend information sessions and tour the building
Prior to the meeting you and your parent/guardian should have registered for your classes on line *St. Joseph’s students will be here on March 6
Questions
Ms. Rowan, Director of Guidance, [email protected]
Mrs. Lawson, [email protected]
Ms. Swiney, [email protected]
Mrs. Krisher, [email protected]
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