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Welcome to Burris
High School
Information Night
March 1, 2011
Julie Maugherman, Director of Guidance and Counseling
Ashley Flannery, Counselor for High Ability Students
Types of Diplomas
• Core 40 Diploma
• Core 40 with Academic
Honors Diploma
• Core 40 with Technical
Honors Diploma
Each Burris High School
student is required to
take a “full load” of
classes each semester
Full load = 6 classes per semester
= 12 classes per year
12 classes X 4 years of high school
=48 total classes
Grand total of 48 credits possible
Core 40 Diploma
45 semester credits
Required by Indiana state colleges and
universities for regular admission
Considered College Prep Curriculum
Core 40
Language Arts
8 credits
in Literature, Composition, and Speech
Mathematics
6 credits
in Alg.I, Geometry, Alg.II-- Must include Alg II
Science
6 credits
2 Biology (required course)
2 Chemistry (recommended course)
2 Physics (recommended course)
Core 40
Social Studies
6 credits
2 U.S. History
2 World History & Civilization
1 U.S. Government
1 Economics
Health
1 credit (1 semester)
P. E.
2 credits (2 semesters)
Core 40
8 credits from the preceding slides or
the following subjects:
•World Languages
•Arts
•Career Area, including Journalism,
Television Broadcasting, Family and
Consumer Sciences
2 or 4 more credits from any available
courses
Core 40 with Academic Honors
47 semester credits
Recognized as Honors Track by
colleges and universities
Must earn “C” or above in courses
Must have gpa of 3.0 (“B”) or above
Core 40 with Academic Honors
Language Arts
8 credits
in Literature, Composition, and Speech
Mathematics
8 credits
must include Algebra II and another upper level class
Choices include Pre-Calculus/Trig., AP Calculus, AP Statistics
Science
6 credits
2 Biology (required course)
2 Chemistry (recommended course)
2 Physics (recommended course)
Core 40 with Academic Honors
Social Studies
6 credits
These credits must include:
2 U.S. History
2 World History & Civilization
1 U.S. Government
1 Economics
Health
1 credit
P. E.
2 credits
Core 40 with Academic Honors
World Languages
Must include:
6 credits in one language OR
4 credits in one language and 4 credits in
another
Fine Arts
2 credits
Choices include: Band, Orchestra, Choir,
Photography and Studio Art classes
Core 40 with Academic Honors
Complete one of the following:
•Two Advanced Placement courses (2 credits each=4 credits)
and the corresponding AP exams
•Academic, transferable dual credit high school/college classes
resulting in 6 college credits (College classes are usually 3
credits each)
•One AP course/exam (2 credits) and one dual credit college
course
•Score 1200 or higher on combined SAT critical reading and
math--will likely be modified with writing section added
•Score 26 composite ACT score
Core 40 with Technical Honors
47 semester credits
This new diploma option began with
the Class of 2010
Must earn “C” or above in courses
Must have gpa of 3.0 (“B”) or above
Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma
Language Arts
8 credits
in Literature, Composition, and Speech
Mathematics
6 credits
in Alg.I, Geometry, Alg.II-- Must include Alg II
Science
6 credits
2 Biology (required course)
2 Chemistry (recommended course)
2 Physics (recommended course)
Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma
Social Studies
6 credits
These credits must include:
2 U.S. History
2 World History & Civilization
1 U.S. Government
1 Economics
Health
1 credit
P. E.
2 credits
Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma
Complete a career-technical program
resulting in 8-10 credits
Career Pathway available at Burris:
Broadcast Journalism
Mrs. Ahlersmeyer’s & Mr. Shears’
classes are the foundation for this
technical track
Core 40 with Technical Honors
Sequence of elective courses needed
9th grade: Photography and Journalism
10th grade: Yearbook, Newspaper, or TV Broadcasting
11th grade: Yearbook, Newspaper, or TV Broadcasting
12th grade: BSU Telecommunication Department classes
for dual credit (TCOM 101 and TCOM 206, 207, 208)
Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma
Also, must complete 2 of the following—one of
which must be A or B:
A. Take three specific WorkKey assessments and
score at a designated level
B. Earn six dual high school/college credits in a
technical area
C. Complete either the Professional Career
Internship course or a Coop Course
D. Complete an industry-based work experience
E. Earn a state-approved industry-recognized
certification
More Important Things to Remember…
• 6 classes per
semester + lunch
• Some classes
have prerequisite
classes or grade
requirements
• Some classes are
year-long
More Important Things …
• Independent study,
1 Ball State class
optional during Junior
year (semester)
• Independent Study,
Internship, 2 Ball
State classes optional
during Senior year
(semester)
• ALL OF THE ABOVE
require a 3.0 gpa
Some colleges may require at least
two years of a world language and
extra math credits for admission,
regardless of diploma type
To request a class from the Indiana
Academy, two teacher recommendations
will be required
Choose one teacher--closest to the subject
area of the Academy class-- and one math or
English teacher to complete a
recommendation form on your behalf
Teachers will
give recs to Mrs.
Maugherman
Still More Important Things…
• Know the diploma you are
working towards and keep
track of your progress
• Come to the
Counseling Center
with any questions
or concerns
• Four Year Plans will be
done individually with
each student during
Freshman year
Role of Parents
Check homework—some students may need to do
more at-home studying
Set a consistent time and space for studying
Check progress frequently—use Powerschool
Maintain contact with teachers
Consider tutors—some students may need extra
help with more rigorous coursework
Review and help your child choose classes—your
approval will be required in order for us to accept
his or her course requests
Scheduling Procedures
• How to select
classes
• When to sign up for
classes
• Where to go with
questions about
scheduling
• What is May term?
Application deadline June 30, 2011
www.scholars.in.gov
Think ahead to postsecondary plans
College?
Career?
Scholarships?
Begin building your resume NOW
Academics, extracurricular activities, and
community service are all important
Delaware County College Fair- October 2011
A terrific and convenient way to begin to explore
colleges and meet admissions representatives.
Thank you
for coming
to
High School
Information
Night