WHEATMORE HIGH SCHOOL 2014-2015

Registration Information

Minimum Graduation Requirements

English – 4 credits(English I, II, III, IV)

Math – 4 credits (Math I, Math II, Math III and AFM or higher level)

Science – 3 credits (Earth and Environmental, Biology and Physical Science or higher level)

Social Studies –3 credits class of 2015/ 4 credits class of 2016 and beyond

(World History, Civics, American History I, American History II)

Physical Education – 1 credit (Healthful living)

Electives – 13 credits 2 from CTE, Arts, or World Languages 4 credit sequence strongly recommended

World Languages 2 credits in same language required to apply to a

4-yr college/university

Honors Level Courses

Require teacher recommendation/parent waiver

Require honors contract signed by student and parent

Courses are more challenging and demanding

Heavier workload and homework (30 min)

Advanced Placement Courses

Outside/Summer readingsHeavier workload and homework (1hr min)AP contract signed by parent and student

requiredTeacher recommendation/Parent WaiverYear long commitmentPass AP exam for college creditAP exam fee will be paid by the state

Advanced Placement Continued

All AP Courses are for students who want a more rigorous course experience-it is a college level course.

Students should have A’s or high B’s in their Honors courses.

AP courses are taught face to face or on-line. *If you take an on-line AP course, you MUST match it with another year long course. This can be another AP, Honors or a Standard course as long as it is year long. On-Line AP is considered a SKINNY.

WEDNESDAY, 8:00AM MEDIA CENTER

Sophomore & JuniorAP/College & Career Promise

Information Meeting

THURSDAY, 8:00AM MEDIA CENTER

FreshmanAP/College & Career Promise

Information Meeting

Peer Tutor/Lab Assistant

Applications available in Guidance officeParent Signature requiredNO COURSE CREDIT OFFREDJuniors – one semester onlySeniors- both semesters Applications will be screened and approved

or deniedRequirements include … good attendance, no

discipline issues and no more than one class failure

Media Assistant

Applications available in the Media CenterParent Signature requiredApplications will be screened and approved

or deniedRequirements include … good attendance, no

discipline issues and no more than one class failure

Career and College Promise

Application required GPA >3.0 (weighted)

Placement test scores (PLAN, ACT, SAT, etc.)

Must be on WHS campus two blocks a day Must provide own transportation to RCC College Transfer or Career-Technical See Program of Studies for courses offered

and additional information (p.19 – 25) Application available in guidance office

Classes that Can Be Repeated for Credit

ArtChorusBandPhysical Education

Agriscience Ag technology in environment; natural resources; food production; science &

agribusiness Animal Science I

Breeding; nutrition; evaluation of animals

Animal Science II Industry/economics; genetics; animal waste management

Horticulture I Plant growth; development; nutrition; identification; pest management

Biotechnology & Ag Research I Latest techniques and advances in animal/plant research

Biotechnology & Ag Research II Genetics; microbiology in ag industry

Foods I Diet; health; kitchen and meal management; food preparation and sustainability

Foods II: Technology Food industry from farm to table; gov’t regulations; emerging trends; biotechRandolph County School System’s Career Technical Education programs do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin , gender, age, or

disability in its programs or activities. “The Career Clusters™ logo and its extensions are the property of the National Career Technical Education Foundation, as managed by NASDCTEc.“

Core & Sustainable Construction Basic safety; intro to construction; hand tools; power

tools; reading blueprints; materials handlingCarpentry I

Basic carpentryCarpentry II

Floor systems; wall and ceiling framing; roof framing; intro to concrete; reinforcing materials; windows & external doors; basic stair layout

Randolph County School System’s Career Technical Education programs do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin , gender, age, or disability in its programs or activities. “The Career Clusters™ logo and its extensions are the property of the National Career Technical Education Foundation, as managed by NASDCTEc.“

Microsoft Word, PPT Microsoft certification

Entrepreneurship I Concepts of starting & operating a business; business

financing; marketing strategies Personal Finance

Job search; financial forms; shopping options; consumer rights; managing personal finances; personal and family resources

Project Management Initiate, plan, execute, monitor, control and close a

project in real situationsRandolph County School System’s Career Technical Education programs do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin , gender, age, or disability in its programs or activities. “The Career Clusters™ logo and its extensions are the property of the National Career Technical Education Foundation, as managed by NASDCTEc.“

Biomedical Technology Medical ethics; forensics; infectious diseases; organ

transplants; cell biology & cancer; biomedical researchHealth Science I

Human anatomy & physiology; human body diseases & disorders; biomedical therapies

Health Science II Health care agencies; wellness; legal & ethical issues;

teamwork; communicationNursing Fundamentals

CNA certificationPharmacy Technician

Pharm Tech I certification

Randolph County School System’s Career Technical Education programs do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin , gender, age, or disability in its programs or activities. “The Career Clusters™ logo and its extensions are the property of the National Career Technical Education Foundation, as managed by NASDCTEc.“

Marketing Distribution; marketing-information management; market

planning; pricing; product/service management; promotion; selling

Sports & Entertainment Marketing I Sports, entertainment & event marketing; branding;

licensing; naming rights; business & economic foundations; concessions & on-site merchandising; human relations; safety & security

Sports & Entertainment Marketing II Business management, client relations, contracts, ethics,

event management, facilities management, legal issues,sponsorships

Randolph County School System’s Career Technical Education programs do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin , gender, age, or disability in its programs or activities. “The Career Clusters™ logo and its extensions are the property of the National Career Technical Education Foundation, as managed by NASDCTEc.“

Parenting & Child Development Parenthood decisions; child care issues; prenatal

development & care; development & care of infants, toddlers, children aged 3-6

Early Childhood Education I Child development from birth to 12; techniques and

procedures for working with children; history; trends; opportunities for working with children

Early Childhood Education II Program planning & management; advanced work

with children (on site at local elementary schools/daycares)

Randolph County School System’s Career Technical Education programs do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin , gender, age, or disability in its programs or activities. “The Career Clusters™ logo and its extensions are the property of the National Career Technical Education Foundation, as managed by NASDCTEc.“

Automotive Service Basic automotive skills; maintenance & light repair

Auto Brakes Installation, inspection and troubleshooting of automotive

brake systemsAuto Electrical

Basic inspection, troubleshooting and repair of automotive electrical/electronic systems

Auto Electrical Advanced Advanced level (very difficult)

Auto Computer System Diagnostics Read and diagnose computer codes in various vehicle types

Randolph County School System’s Career Technical Education programs do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin , gender, age, or disability in its programs or activities. “The Career Clusters™ logo and its extensions are the property of the National Career Technical Education Foundation, as managed by NASDCTEc.“

CTE Advanced Studies Independent study Research paper and presentation required (topic of

interest); similar to senior project

CTE Internship Work-based learning (off campus) Must secure own internship site/supervisor in area of

career cluster Minimum 135 hours Journaling, documentation, other assignments required Pass/Fail **Not an early release for work**

Randolph County School System’s Career Technical Education programs do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin , gender, age, or disability in its programs or activities. “The Career Clusters™ logo and its extensions are the property of the National Career Technical Education Foundation, as managed by NASDCTEc.“

Program of Studies

Available online at www.randolph.k12.nc.us/schools/whs

Paper copies of POS available for checkout in Student Services

General information in front of book (graduation requirements, AP program, grades, schedule changes, class rank…)

List of courses offered at schools in Randolph County Must have a “W” beside the course title to indicate it

is offered at Wheatmore Page number beside of course on registration form

correlates with page number for listing in the Program of studies

Registration Form

Check requested core courses on front Rank at least 6 elective choices on the back Number elective courses in order of preference (1

being first choice) Courses that are available to take more than one

semester have double box next to course title (PE, Art….)

Courses that require applications (Yearbook, Peer Tutor, Lab assistant, Media Assistant, Nursing Fundamentals, etc.) – rank with other electives; will be considered if application approved

Obtain teacher recommendation signature for honors and AP courses

Registration Folder

IncludesPreRegistration SheetRegistration Form

Red stars are elective courses you should consider based on information provided on PreRegistration Sheet

Historical Grades/Current Schedule Electives highlighted are courses that can’t be

repeated (CTE and World Languages)Other information you requestedVerification Forms: if you did not turn them in

DUE TO YOUR 1ST BLOCK TEACHER BY FRIDAY,

FEBRUARY 28TH

Return the Entire Folder

and All Contents

TuesdayReceive Registration folders 4th BlockWednesdaySophomore/Junior AP /College & Career Promise Meeting 8:00Counselors in Cafeteria to answer questions ThursdayFreshman AP /College & Career Promise Meeting 8:00 Counselors in Cafeteria to answer questionsFridayEntire Registration Folders due to 1st block Teachers

Registration

Timeline

MORE INFORMATION

Guidance Department Websitewww.randolph.k12.nc.us/schools/whs

Sheila Dunphy-Atkins (Class of 2015)Lesley Jessup (Class of 2016, 2017)Misty Wolfe (Career Development)Karen Hawkins

(336) 476-1552