class of 2016 do you have a clue? current planning and your future

CLASS OF 2016

Do You Have a Clue?

Current Planning and Your Future

Types of Diplomas at TRI

Core 40 Diploma

Core 40 Diploma with Academic Honors

Core 40 Diploma with Technical Honors

Which Diploma is Right for You???

Course and Credit Requirements

English/LanguageArts

8 credits

Including a balance of literature, compositionand speech.

Mathematics 6 credits (in grades 9-12)

2 credits: Algebra I2 credits: Geometry 2 credits: Algebra IIOr complete Integrated Math I, II, and III for 6 credits.Students must take a math or quantitative reasoning course each year in high school

Science 6 credits2 credits: Biology I2 credits: Chemistry I or Physics I or

Integrated Chemistry-Physics2 credits: any Core 40 science course

Social Studies 6 credits2 credits: U.S. History1 credit: U.S. Government1 credit: Economics2 credits: World History/Civilization or

Geography/History of the World

Directed Electives 5 creditsWorld LanguagesFine ArtsCareer and Technical Education

Physical Education 2 credits

Health and Wellness 1 credit

Electives* 6 credits (College and Career Pathway courses recommended)

40 Total State Credits Required

with Academic Honors (minimum 47 credits)

For the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma, students must:•Complete all requirements for Core 40.•Earn 2 additional Core 40 math credits.•Earn 6-8 Core 40 world language credits (6 credits in one language or 4 credits each in two languages).•Earn 2 Core 40 fine arts credits.•Earn a grade of a “C” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma.•Have a grade point average of a “B” or better.•Complete one of the following:•Earn 4 credits in 2 or more AP courses and take corresponding AP exams•Earn 6 verifiable transcripted college credits in dual credit courses from priority course list•Earn two of the following:

A.A minimum of 3 verifiable transcripted college credits from the priority course list,B.2 credits in AP courses and corresponding AP exams,C.2 credits in IB standard level courses and corresponding IB exams.

•Earn a combined score of 1750 or higher on the SAT critical reading, mathematics and writing sections and a minimum score of 530 on each•Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written section•Earn 4 credits in IB courses and take corresponding IB exams.

with Technical Honors (minimum 47 credits)

For the Core 40 with Technical Honors diploma, students must:•Complete all requirements for Core 40. •Earn 6 credits in the college and career preparation courses in a state-approved College & Career Pathway and one of the following:

Pathway designated industry-based certification or credential, orPathway dual credits from the lists of priority courses resulting in 6 transcripted college credits

•Earn a grade of “C” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma. •Have a grade point average of a “B” or better. •Complete one of the following,

•Any one of the options (A - F) of the Core 40 with Academic Honors•Earn the following scores or higher on WorkKeys; Reading for Information – Level 6, Applied Mathematics – Level 6, and Locating Information-Level 5.•Earn the following minimum score(s) on Accuplacer: Writing 80, Reading 90, Math 75.•Earn the following minimum score(s) on Compass; Algebra 66 , Writing 70, Reading 80.

Effective beginning with students who enter high school in 2012-13 school year (class of 2016).

Confused?? Let’s Break It Down…

Core 40 Diploma

40 Total Credits Required

REQUIRED by Indiana state colleges and universities for regular admission

Considered College & Career Prep Curriculum

Core 40

English/Language Arts 8 Credits*Including literature, composition, and speechMathematics 8 Credits*2 Credits: Algebra I*2 Credits: Geometry*2 Credits Algebra II*2 Credits in Quantitative Reasoning Course OR advanced math courseStudents MUST take a math or quantitative reasoning course each year in high schoolScience 6 Credits*2 Credits: Biology I*2 Credits: Chemistry I or Physics I or ICP*2 Credits: Any Core 40 science course*

*Some colleges/universities only recognize chemistry, not

ICP

Core 40

Social Studies 6 Credits*2 Credits: U.S. History*1 Credit U.S. Government*1 Credit: Economics*2 Credits: World History/Civilization Directed Electives 5 Credits(from any of the categories below, or a combination)

*World Languages*Fine Arts*Career/TechnicalPhysical Education 2 Credits

Core 40

Health 1 CreditElectives 6 Credits

Core 40 with Academic Honors

47 Semester Credits

Complete all requirements for Core 40Recognized as “Honors Track” by colleges

and universitiesMUST earn a “C-” or better in each courseMUST have a GPA of 3.0 (B) or above


English/Language Arts 8 Credits*Including literature, composition, and speech

Mathematics 8 Credits*2 Credits: Algebra I*2 Credits: Geometry*2 Credits: Algebra II*2 Credits in additional math classes (i.e. pre-calculus) Science 6 Credits*2 Credits: Biology*2 Credits: Chemistry, Physics, or ICP*2 Credits: any Core 40 science course

*2 Credits of Chemistry and 2 Credits of Physical

recommended

Electives 6 Credits


Social Studies 6 Credits*2 Credits: U.S. History*1 Credit: U.S. Government*1 Credit Economics*2 Credits: World History/Civilization

Health 1 Credit

P.E. 2 Credits

World Language 6-8 CreditsMust include:6 credits in one language OR4 credits in one language and 4 credits in anotherFine Arts 2 Credits*Examples of classes: band, choir, and are classes


Complete ONE of the following:Earn 4 credits in 2 or more AP courses and take corresponding AP

examsEarn 6 verifiable transcripted college credits in dual credit courses

from priority course listEarn:

A minimum of 3 verifiable transcripted college credits 2 credits in AP courses and corresponding exam

Earn a combined score of 1750 or higher on the SAT critical reading, mathematics and writing sections and a minimum score of 530 on each

Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written section

Core 40 with Technical Honors

47 Semester Credits

Must complete requirements for Core 40Must earn a “C-” or better in coursesMust have a GPA of 3.0 or betterNOT all vocational programs qualify – check with

guidance first!


English/Language Arts 8 Credits*Including literature, composition, and speech

Mathematics 8 Credits*2 Credits: Algebra I*2 Credits: Geometry*2 Credits Algebra II*2 credits in Quantative Reasoning course OR advanced math course

Science 6 Credits*2 Credits: Biology I*2 Credits: Chemistry I or Physics I or ICP*2 Credits: Any Core 40 science course

Electives 6 Credits


Social Studies 6 Credits*2 Credits: U.S. History*1 Credit U.S. Government*1 Credit: Economics*2 Credits: World History/Civilization or Geography

Directed Electives 5 Credits(from any of the categories below, or a combination)*World Languages*Fine Arts*Career/Technical

Physical Education 2 CreditsHealth 1 Credit


Earn 6 credits in the college and career preparation courses in a state-approved College & Career Pathway and one of the following:

1. Pathway designated industry-based certification or credential, or2. Pathway dual credits from the lists of priority courses resulting in 6

transcripted college credits6+ Credits

Complete one of the following:• Any one of the options (A - F) of the Core 40 with Academic Honors• Earn the following scores or higher on WorkKeys; Reading for Information –

Level 6, Applied Mathematics – Level 6, and Locating Information-Level 5.• Earn the following minimum score(s) on Accuplacer: Writing 80, Reading 90,

Math 75.• Earn the following minimum score(s) on Compass; Algebra 66, Writing 70,

Reading 80.

Pursuing a THD is NOT required to participate in a vocational program.

Still Confused Which Diploma is Right for You?

Things to consider: What is your plan for after high school? What career would you like the pursue? What training is required for that career? What are the requirements for the colleges or

universities you are considering? What will best prepare you to complete your future

goals for after high school? What are your interests?

So What’s Next???

Once you have an idea of which diploma you would like to receive, how do you get there?

First, you create a plan of classes you will take for the rest of your high school career to help guide you in completing the requirements to meet your diploma goal. This is called the “freshmen planner.”

Four Year Plans

Keep in mind, the courses you take now matter when it comes to careers and especially college!

Graduation RequirementsDiploma typesClass requirementsRecommended ElectivesUnrestricted Electives

Ms. Carter will begin meeting with all 8th graders individually to work on his/her 4 year plan and schedule request forms for next school year next week.

Important Information to Remember

Some classes have prerequisite classes or grade requirements

Some classes are year-longSome colleges may require at

least two years of a world language and extra math credits for admission, regardless of diploma type

Know the diploma you are working towards and keep track of your progress

Come to the Guidance Office with any questions or concerns

Typical Freshmen Courses

English 9 or Honors English 9BiologyAlgebra I or Algebra I + EnrichmentWorld History or GeographyPESpanish I or American Sign Language IBand, Choir, or Art – or ElectiveElective

AP & Dual Credit Opportunities

AP AP Biology AP Chemistry AP US History AP Calculus

Dual Credit Introduction to Engineering (3 hrs) Principles of Engineering (3 hrs) Computer Applications (3 hrs) Advanced Animal Science 3 hrs Accounting - 3 hrs (junior/senior) Government – 3 hrs (senior) Economics – 3 hrs (senior) English 12 – 6 hrs (W131/L202)

Early College Program (Senior) Sociology/Psychology (6 total hrs) English/Communication (6 total hrs)

Vocational (Junior/Senior) Various dual credit opportunities are

available through the different vocational programs

Some dual credit courses require certain test scores in order to enroll.In order for the dual credit course to be counted towards an AHD or THD, the student must be enrolled through the affiliated college. For the AP course to count towards AHD or THD, the student must take the AP exam.

A Glance at College Requirements

IU Bloomington: 8 English Semesters 7 Math Semesters (including a college prep math course) 6 Social Studies Semesters 6 Science Semesters (at least 4 in either biology, physics,

or chemistry) 4 Semesters of Foreign Language 3+ Semesters in College Prep Classes

Also considers factors that emphasize academic performance and preparation, the strength and quality of the high school curriculum, recent grade trends, class rank, and results of the SAT or ACT


Ball State University 4 years of English 3 years of Math 3 years of Science (2 with lab) 3 years of Social Studies Foreign Language is STRONGLY suggested, but not

required

Also considers strength of high school curriculum (including senior year), GPA, curricular patterns/grade trends, SAT/ACT scores, and participation in extracurricular activities


Purdue University Math- 8 Semesters Lab Sciences: biology, chemistry, physics, earth/space

science, physiology/anatomy, etc English - grammar, composition, literature, speech, and

vocabulary, but not journalism, newspaper, yearbook, or theatre arts

Strongly encourages Academic Honors Diploma



IU East Core 40 diploma, Academic Honors diploma, or

Technical Honors diploma Should rank in the upper half of their graduating class SAT/ACT requirements:

SAT - 1194 ACT - 1216 SAT or ACT scores should meet or exceed the Indiana

median scores The Writing portion of the ACT test is required


Taylor University English: 4 years Math: 3-4 years Lab Sciences: 3-4 years Social Studies: 2 years Foreign Language: 2 years strongly encouraged Music, Art, Keyboarding, Basic Computing: strongly

encouraged


Whew, that was a lot of information!!!

Are you…• Lost?• Overwhelmed?• Unsure? • Anxious?

Would you like one-on-one help withscheduling questions, graduation requirements?

If YES, visit the guidance office!

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