Transcript PENDLETON HIGH SCHOOL Parent Night

PENDLETON HIGH SCHOOL
Parent Night
CLASS OF 2016
M AT E R I A L S FO R T H I S E V E N I N G
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2012-2013 Course Catalog
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ACT/SAT Sheet
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College Preparation Checklist Brochure
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Registration Timeline
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Parent Night PPP
Guidance and Suppor t pg. 5
WHO IS MY COUNSELOR?
COUNSELOR
GRADE(S)
STUDENT
TELEPHONE NUMBER
Teresa Horton
10-12
LAST NAMES A-E
(864) 403-2117
Phil Young
10-12
LAST NAMES F-L
(864) 403-2123
Roxanne Hibbs
10-12
LAST NAMES M-Z
(864) 403-2118
Jennifer Ealey
9
LAST NAMES A-Z
(864) 403-2127
Graduation Requirements pg. 8
College Guidelines pg. 9
• English
• Modern Language
• Fine Arts
• Mathematics
• Science
Interscholastic Activities p. 12
• Eligibility Rules
• Good Academic
Standing
Scholarship Oppor tunities p. 14
Palmetto Fellows SC Scholarship
 For students attending a four year institution on
a full-time basis.
 $6,700/year for Freshman. Sophomores, Juniors,
and Seniors may receive up to $7,500/year.
 3.5 GPA on the SCUGP, 1200 on SAT or 27 on
ACT, and rank in the top six percent of the
graduating class at the end of sophomore or
junior year OR
 4.0 GPA on the SCUGP, 1400 on SAT or 32 on
ACT
Scholarship Oppor tunities p. 14
SC Life Scholarship
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For students continuing their education
under full-time status in SC’s colleges and
universities.
Up to $5,000 towards tuition at an eligible
four year institution in SC
 3.0, top 30%, 1100 SAT or 24 ACT
 Up to the cost of tuition plus $300 for
books at eligible technical colleges in SC
 3.0 GPA on SCUGP
Scholarship Oppor tunities p. 14
SC Hope Scholarship
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One-year merit based scholarship for
freshman entering eligible four-year
institutions in S.C.
$2,800 towards attendance
3.0 GPA on the SCUGP
Planning Your Future p. 16
 Freshmen must register for
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a full course load
Modern Language options
Career and Technical
Education Opportunities
EOC Classes
Gold Seal
Course changes and
withdrawals
Planning Your Future p. 16
 May 11, 2012: Parents and
students have the
opportunity to make course
request changes
 June 20, 2012: Parents have
the opportunity to make
level changes
 Why the deadlines?
Course Levels p. 21
 College Preparatory (CP)
 Honors (H)
 Advanced Placement (AP)
Advanced Placement Courses
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Establish a college-level standard in secondary schools that is
measured through a national assessment designed and scored by
college faculty.
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Expose college-bound students to the amounts of homework, study
skills, and habits of mind essential for success in college courses.
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Students who take AP Exams and score a 3 or higher typically
experience greater academic success and college graduation rates
than non-AP students.
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AP courses are typically the most rigorous curriculum offered in
secondary schools and is designated on the student transcript.
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AP is widely used for college credit and/or placement, it attracts
motivated students eager to double major, or engage in deeper,
upper-division courses at college.
Why do students take AP courses?
Which of these are reasons why you have decided to take AP?
AP Students
75%
67%
55%
Challenge myself Build skills I'll Interested in a
academically need to succeed
specific AP
at college
subject area
Intrinsic Reasons
Source: Crux Market Research Inc. (2006): Q310
63%
49%
Stand out in
admissions
process
44%
Save money by Place out of an
having earned
introductory
college credit
course
Extrinsic Reasons
Academic Course Listings p. 23
Freshmen Academy p.62
• Goals
• Strategies for Success
• Required Freshmen Focus
Course
Required Courses p.63, 64, 65
All freshmen are required to take a full course load.
Elective options p. 66, p.67
In addition to courses listed here, introductory CATE
courses are also available for students.
Career & Technology Education p. 46
CATE CONCENTRATOR
A CATE Concentrator is a
secondary student who has
earned 3 Carnegie units of credit
in a state-recognized CATE
program.
CATE COMPLETER
A Completer is a CATE
concentrator who has earned all
of the required units in a staterecognized CATE program.
Work-Based Learning p. 48
 Agriculture, Food &
Natural Resources
 Finance
 Health Science
 Sports Medicine
 Transportation,
Distribution & Logistics
A griculture & Natural Resources p. 50
FFA Organization
ANIMAL SCIENCE
1 UNIT
Prerequisite: Ag Science & Technology
This course is designed to provide an overview of the animal science
industry.
It provides information on the biological make-up of
various species of agricultural livestock and information on animal
behavior that would be beneficial before embarking on a career in
Animal Science. Instructional activities include hands-on experiences
with the principles and practices essential in the production and
management of farm animals and farm animal products for
economic, recreational, and therapeutic uses; participating in
personal and community leadership development activities.
Automotive Technology p. 52
SkillsUSA
Nutrition
p. 53
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES 2
1 UNIT
Prerequisite: GRADES 10-12. Family and Consumer Sciences 1
This is a comprehensive designed to provide students with career,
community, and family connections, consumer services, education and
early childhood, facilities management and maintenance, family and
community services, food production and services, food science, dietetics,
and nutrition, hospitality, tourism, and recreation, interpersonal
relationships, interiors and furnishings, and textiles.
FOODS & NUTRITION 2
1 UNIT
Prerequisite: Foods and Nutrition 1, GRADES 10-12
This course allows students to study the principles of nutrition for
individual and family health, fitness, and wellness. Students will gain
knowledge and experiences in nutrition, food safety and sanitation,
kitchen work centers, meal planning , preparation techniques, table
service and etiquette, and nutrition-related careers.
Family, Career & Community
Leaders of America
Pre-Engineering p. 54
VEX Robotics
Programming & Sof tware Development p. 55
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING 1 WITH VISUAL BASIC
1 UNIT
This course of study is designed to emphasize the fundamentals of
computer programming. Topics include computer software, program
design and development, and practical experience in programming,
using modern, object-oriented languages. This course meets the
computer requirement for high school graduation.
COMPUTER PROGRAMMING 2 WITH VISUAL BASIC
1 UNIT
Prerequisite: Computer Programming with Visual Basic
This course of study is designed to emphasize the fundamentals of
computer programming. Topics include computer software, program
design and development, and practical experience in programming,
using modern, object-oriented languages. This course meets the
computer requirement for high school graduation.
Accounting & Business Finance p. 56
Future Business
Leaders of America
BANKING SERVICES
1 UNIT
This course provides an introduction to banking services
and functions, including business of banking, careers in
banking and finance, origins and purpose of banking,
money and interest, deposits in banking, negotiable
instruments, bank loans, mortgages, commercial
lending, specialized bank service, promoting the bank,
and security and ethics.
Marketing Communications p. 57
ADVERTISING
1 UNIT
This course is designed to introduce the concepts of
advertising, planning strategies, communication skills, and
professional development. Course content includes budget
development, media selection, design, and the preparation of
ads for various media.
MARKETING
1 UNIT
This
course
introduces
marketing
concepts
and
examines the economic, marketing, and business
fundamentals, in addition to the marketing functions of selling,
promotion, and distribution. The standards listed are core
standards and those standards reflecting the needs of the local
business community. This is the basic course in the marketing
curriculum and should be taken before the specialized courses.
Future Business Leaders of America
General Management p. 58
Future Business
Leaders of America
GENERAL MANAGEMENT
REQUIRED COURSES FOR THIS CTE COMPLETER PROGRAM
 Entrepreneurship
 Accounting 1
PLUS 2 OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING
 Accounting 2
 Business Finance
 Integrated Business Applications 1
Health Science
pg. 59
Health Occupations
Students of America
GERONTOLOGY
1 UNIT
Prerequisite: GRADE 12, completed application process and
be accepted in the course before allowed to register, Health
Science 1, transportation and Immunizations*
This program is designed to provide information on the aging
process, the physical care skills and psychosocial care skills of
the geriatric client, and the role of the nurse aide. Students
are prepared to perform nursing-related services to patients
and residents in hospitals or long-term care facilities, under
the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.
Class size is limited in accordance with state directives.
Students will be required to complete an application process
in order to be accepted into the nursing assistant course.
Student’s letter of intent, GPA, attendance, discipline, and
teacher recommendations, along with other requirements will
be considered.
*The student will be required to have a uniform as specified
at a later date, shoes, immunizations, TB testing, and
transportation to and from the healthcare facility for
clinicals.
2012-2013 Registration (handout)
ON-LINE REGISTRATION AND COURSE VERIFICATIONS
Feb 23
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Students familiarize themselves with the on-line registration
portal with guidance during their English class. Individual
username and passwords will be given to the student during
this training.
Students will meet with guidance counselors to select
courses for next year
Feb 23Mar 19
Apr 23
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Apr 26
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May 11
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May 11
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June 20
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Advisor – Students will receive course verification sheets to
verify that the courses selected were put in computer
correctly
Advisor – Students return signed verification sheets to
Advisor
Last day for parents to come to guidance to override teacher
recommendation or make any course changes (must use
override form)
Last day for teachers to change course level
recommendation with parent contact
Last day for parents to make course level changes
On-Line Registration
On-Line Registration
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are here to answer
your questions