Martha Layne Collins High School Course Guidebook 2018-2019
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Martha Layne Collins High School Course Guidebook 2018-2019 801 Discovery Blvd. Shelbyville, Kentucky 40065 502-647-1160 (office) 502-647-1160 (fax) www.shelby.kyschools.us Welcome to Collins High School. We believe that you should plan your schedule, and that your schedule should not plan you. We are committed to personalizing every student’s schedule to fit both their needs and their interests. Please use the information found in this academic guide to to do its just purpose; academically guide you! If you ever need answers to specific questions, please contact one of our guidance counselors. Rosie Galindo – 8th and 9th Grade [email protected] Melissa Midkiff – 10-12th grade Last Names A- L [email protected] Melissa Settles – 10-12th grade Last Names M-Z [email protected] Sharon Purdom- Guidance Registrar [email protected] 1 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS In support of student development goals set out in KRS 158.6451 and the Kentucky Academic Expectations, students must complete a minimum of twenty-two (22) credits (Carnegie units), including demonstrated performance-based competency in technology, and all other state and local requirements in order to graduate from high school in the District. These requirements appear in course selection materials and student handbooks distributed by the schools. Beginning July 1, 2018, students wishing to receive a regular diploma must pass a civics test made up of one hundred (100) questions selected from the civics test administered to persons seeking to become naturalized citizens and prepared or approved by the Board. A minimum score of sixty percent (60%) is required to pass the test and students may take the test as many times as needed to pass. Students that have passed a similar test within the previous five (5) years shall be exempt from this civics test. This shall be subject to the requirements and accommodations of a student's individualized education program or a Section 504 Plan. These twenty-two (22) credits are required for graduation: Four (4) credits of language arts; Four (4) credits of math; Three (3) credits of social studies; Three (3) credits of science; One-half (1/2) credit of health; One-half (1/2) credit of physical education/fitness; One (1) credit of arts and humanities Three (3) credits in a single pathway Three (3) elective credits Students must meet additional requirements as established in 704 KAR 003:305, including a requirement to take at least one (1) language arts and one (1) mathematics class each year of high school in order to graduate. Students must meet transition readiness standards in order to graduate. Principals shall disseminate the readiness standards to students through the guidance program and inclusion in student handbooks and in the Individual Learning Plan (ILP). Exceptions to this requirement shall be made for students with identified learning disabilities as determined by the Admissions and Release committee. Early Graduation Option Students who meet all applicable legal requirements shall be eligible for early graduation in relation to receipt of an Early Graduation Certificate. Students wishing to follow an early graduation pathway shall notify the Principal of their intent prior to the beginning of grade nine (9) or as soon thereafter as the intent is known, but within the first thirty (30) school days of the academic year in which they wish to graduate. A Letter of Intent to Apply shall be entered into the student information system by October 1 of the year the student declares intent to graduate early. Students working toward receipt of an Early Graduation Certificate shall be supported by development and monitoring of an individual learning plan. Early graduates must take all state required assessments and must have met all graduation requirements. Students who meet all applicable legal requirements shall be awarded a diploma and an Early Graduation Certificate. 2 GRADE LEVEL PROMOTIONS All students are promoted to the next grade level based on credits earned and semesters completed. Guidelines for promotion to each grade level are: Grade Credits Completed 10 5 11 11 12 16 GRADUATION HONORS Students achieving a grade point average of 3.5 or higher shall be considered as graduating with honors and shall be recognized by the Board at the graduation ceremony. All academic awards shall be calculated according to the Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship (KEES) 4.0 scale which includes one (1) additional quality point for Advanced Placement courses and one (1) additional quality point for Dual-Credit courses. Awarding of academic honors shall be as follows: Recognition GPA Requirements Required Courses and ACT score Cum Laude 3.500 Zero (0) Two (2) Advanced Placement Courses Magna Cum Laude 3.800 and/or Dual-Credit Courses Minimum composite of 24 on the ACT Four (4) Advanced Placement Courses Summa Cum Laude 4.100 and/or Dual-Credit Courses Minimum composite of 26 on the ACT 3 KENTUCKY PRE-COLLEGE PREPARATORY REQUIREMENTS SUBJECT REQUIRED COURSES CREDITS English 4 English I, English II, English III, English IV Social Studies 3 World History, US History, Government Mathematics 4* Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, elective math Science 3 Biology, Chemistry, Physics Health/Physical Education 1 1 credit required History and Appreciation of 1 History and appreciation of visual and performing arts or another arts course Visual and Performing Arts that incorporates such content. This can be gained through taking a course in humanities or one class from art, vocal music, instrumental music, or drama. World Language 2 Any approved world language or demonstrated competency as part of a pre- college curriculum (World languages are not required for high school graduation BUT are required by most 4-year colleges and universities for admission.) Electives 4 TOTAL: 22 Total Credits * Kentucky Senate Bill 74; KRS 158.622 requires students to take a math course each year of high school. 4 Governor’s Scholars Program (11th Grade) http://gsp.ky.gov/ The Governor’s Scholars Program is a summer residential program for outstanding high school students in Kentucky who are rising seniors. The program originated in 1983 as a result of Kentucky leaders’ concern that the state’s “best and brightest” were leaving the Commonwealth to pursue educational and career opportunities elsewhere without fully understanding the potential of their talents at home. Students who are selected attend the program without charge. Governor’s Scholars for the Arts (10th-11th Grade) http://www.kentuckygsa.org/ For three weeks every summer, more than 220 of Kentucky’s most talented and creative high school students are invited to grow and learn together at the Governor’s School for the Arts summer program. Rising juniors and seniors in high school are offered in-depth instruction in one of nine artistic disciplines: architecture, creative writing, dance, drama, instrumental music, musical theatre, new media, visual art, and vocal music. Students are immersed in a rigorous schedule of daily seminars, master classes, lectures, hands-on workshops and field trips. While each student specializes in one art form, all students participate in structured, interdisciplinary arts experiences designed to familiarize them with the joys and challenges of specialties other than their own. Upon completion of the summer program, students become part of the ever-growing GSA alumni network, gaining a variety of opportunities such as scholarship opportunities and funding through the Toyota Alumni Fund. Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs (9th, 10th, 11th Grade) http://kentuckygse.com/ GSE is an immersive, exploratory dive into entrepreneurship and innovation. It is a college and career ready program giving Kentucky high school students a hands-on opportunity to turn their ideas for stuff into business opportunities. GSE empowers student entrepreneurs to make a positive impact on their communities through innovation and to become business leaders of tomorrow. The Gatton Academy (WKU) www.wku.edu/academy. The Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky is a unique opportunity for some of the Commonwealth's brightest high school students. The Gatton Academy selects approximately 60 high school students each year to attend the program during their junior year. To apply, the student must have completed Geometry, Algebra I, and Algebra II by the end of their sophomore year. Students are selected based on SAT or ACT scores; academic grades from ninth and tenth grades; interest in advanced careers in science, technology, engineering, and math; student responses to application essay questions; interviews by academy staff members; and recommendations from teachers and other individuals who can attest to a student's need and preparedness for the program. Students successfully completing courses at the Gatton Academy will receive a weighted grade for each class in their GPA calculation (A=5, B=4, C=3 points). 5 REGISTRATION AND SCHEDULING PROCEDURE 1. PLAN AHEAD a. Check your transcript and make sure you are taking or have taken classes that fulfill the Kentucky graduation requirements. b. Read the description before selecting a course to be sure it fits your needs and interests. c. Consult with course teacher in a specific subject if you are unsure of the appropriateness of a course for your graduation needs. d. Choose alternate courses; it may be impossible or impractical for you to take a particular course you have selected. e. Take courses that will give you the best possible preparation for your future plans. 2. HOW TO COMPLETE YOUR SCHEDULE a. View possible courses for the 2018-2019 school year. b. Have your teachers initial and sign off for advanced placement and upper level courses. c. Make sure your parent or guardian has signed off on your preliminary schedule request form d. Bring your request form to personalized scheduling on your assigned day, according to your class.