Welcome to Gahanna Lincoln High School! We Are Lions!
Course Scheduling Gahanna Lincoln High School 2019-2020 School Year This presentation will provide information on the course scheduling process for current students and parents.
What are the Steps to Schedule? 1. View/Review this presentation in its entirety. 2. Have discussions with your family, teachers, and peers about classes and those that may be best for you as you continue high school. 3. Sign-up for classes and alternate classes via Infinite Campus
Why is this SO Important? We work very hard to provide meaningful schedules to our student body. Without this process being valuable to you, we cannot create schedules that meet student requests and needs. We ask that you take this process seriously and select courses that are meaningful to you and your future goals!
Info to KNOW! To ensure you have all the necessary information to schedule wisely, please see the next slides on graduation requirements, Honors Diploma criteria, College Credit Plus, and more!!
Graduation Requirements- Class of 2020 and Beyond CORE CLASSES REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH 4 CREDITS MATH 4 CREDITS Must include on credit of Algebra II or equivalent SCIENCE 3 CREDITS 1 credit of Life Science 1 credit of Physical Science 1 additional credit SOCIAL STUDIES 3 CREDITS 1 credit of Modern World History 1 credit of U.S. History 1 credit of Government PHYSICAL EDUCATION .50 CREDIT (2 semester @.25 each) Waivers available HEALTH .50 CREDIT MANDATORY ELECTIVES .50 CREDIT of Speech 1 CREDIT in a VPA .50 CREDIT in Financial Literacy (Economics or Personal Finance) ELECTIVES 3.0 CREDIT of Student Choice STATE ASSESSMENTS COMPLETE 7 END OF COURSE EXAMS- score 18 Points
GAHANNA LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL FRESHMAN STANDARDIZED ASSESSMENT OVERVIEW
Anticipated test date October 16th, 2019 -Provides baseline data in Math, English Language Arts/Reading -Gives insight to educators and students on what kinds of supports student might benefit from on their pathway to college readiness. -Provides access to free personalized SAT practice through Khan Academy.
Our district’s goal for all students Move to college or a skilled job upon graduation
1. Complete 20 Course Credits Requirements 2. Earn diploma for all students through one of three pathways
2. Three Graduation Pathways At least 18 points on Ohio’s End of Course Exams. Industry-recognized credential and a work-readiness score on WorkKeys Remediation-free score on ACT or SAT
Performance Graduation Level Points Advanced 5 Accelerated 4 Proficient 3 Basic 2 Limited 1
Classes of 2019 and Beyond: Earn 18 points on state tests 6 English I (9 th ) Biology (10 th ) 4 English II (10 th ) American History (10 th ) Algebra I (9 th ) 4 American Geometry (9 th , 10 th ) Government (12 th )
4 Earn a minimum of four points in English tests 4 Earn a minimum of four points in Math tests Earn a minimum of six points in Science and 6 Social Studies tests Additional four points selected from any of 4 the content areas (English, Math, Science, Social Studies)
For more Information -Contact your child’s new high school guidance counselor -Join us at Fall 2019 Parent Teacher Conferences for our LHS Assessment Night
Graduation Requirements- Class of 2020 and Beyond CORE CLASSES REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH 4 CREDITS MATH 4 CREDITS Must include on credit of Algebra II or equivalent SCIENCE 3 CREDITS 1 credit of Life Science 1 credit of Physical Science 1 additional credit SOCIAL STUDIES 3 CREDITS 1 credit of Modern World History 1 credit of U.S. History 1 credit of Government PHYSICAL EDUCATION .50 CREDIT (2 semester @.25 each) Waivers available HEALTH .50 CREDIT MANDATORY ELECTIVES .50 CREDIT of Speech 1 CREDIT in a VPA .50 CREDIT in Financial Literacy (Economics or Personal Finance) ELECTIVES 3.0 CREDIT of Student Choice STATE ASSESSMENTS COMPLETE 7 END OF COURSE EXAMS- score 18 Points
Honors Diploma Criteria The student who completes the college preparatory curriculum in high school must meet any seven of the following eight criteria: 1. Earn 4 units of English Honors Diploma 2. Earn at least 4 units of Math that include algebra I, algebra II, and geometry, and an additional course that will sequence. 3. Earn at least 4 units including 2 units of advanced Science courses. 4. Earn 4 units of social studies. If you have a goal of earning an Honors 5. Earn either 3 units of one foreign language or two units each of two foreign Diploma* upon graduation, please use languages. this slide to help you determine which courses are important for you! 6. Earn 1 unit of fine arts. 7. Maintain an overall high school grade point average of least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale up to the last grading period of the senior year; or 8. Obtain a composite score of 27 on the ACT (excluding the optional writing test) or a combined score of 1280 on the SAT verbal and mathematics section (excluding the optional writing section). Some additional Honors Diploma Options have recently been defined *Students do receive distinction in the Graduation program and by the state. Please see pages 8-9 in the Program of studies for further receive a seal on their diploma. information on the Career Teach, STEM, Arts, and Social Science & Civic Engagement Honors Diplomas.
Honors/AP Courses If you intend to sign-up for an Honors or AP course, please remember… • To consult with your current teachers about these courses being a good fit for you. • Remember these courses have a heightened rigor and move at a faster pace. • ALL incoming Freshmen will sign up for regular classes at this time. • Teachers from the high school will come to each middle school to talk with classes. • You will complete a form, including a parent/guardian signature, and turn it in to your current teacher. We will then register you for that Honors course.
Students and families interested in this College Credit Plus program should plan to attend the CCP meeting on February, 5 th at 6:00 p.m. at Ohio Dominican University. This program permits students to expand educational opportunities and earn high school credit and transcripted college credit (dual credit), which transfers to all public colleges and universities in the state of Ohio, through More information can also be found on the LHS Academics Page: successful completion of college courses. http://www.gahannaschools.org/schools/lincoln_high_ school/LHS_Academics.aspx Students admitted to the program will be required to perform at the same level as the college’s regular students.
Selective Courses Some courses require an application or audition. Applications for these courses are available online in the Academics section of the LHS website and the high school teachers will send them to each middle school.. Application/Audition Courses Technical Theatre Co-Art Intro to Debate: Color Guard Student Council Rhetorical Art *All College Credit Plus Courses require additional paperwork*
PE Exemptions PE Exemptions can be earned for two seasons of a completed school-sponsored sport! Students who want to waive the Physical Education graduation requirement based on athletic participation, need to ensure that the proper paperwork has been completed and submitted. If you should have questions about this, please see your school counselor.
Math Sequence Ensuring you are following the correct math sequence is essential to your success in this important subject. Please use this chart to help you select the proper course and talk with your math teacher about the best fit for you!
How to Register All students will enter their course requests through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Registration will open February 4th. In order to do this effectively, please use the following slides to assist you.
Semester 1 Semester 2 1 2 Prior to logging onto HAC: 3 1. Look at the Program of Studies 4 found on the LHS homepage at gahannaschools.org. This will 5 allow you to read course descriptions and sign up for the 6 classes that interest you. 1. Use the grid on the right to help 7 you plan your 8 period day and to be prepared prior to logging 8 on.
Schedule Example This is just an example. Class periods cannot be requested. Semester 1 Semester 2 English 9 1 Algebra I 2 Study Hall Speech 3 Biology 4 Lunch Lunch 5 Modern World History 6 German I 7 Community Law Study Hall 8
Schedule Example This is just an example. Class periods cannot be requested. Semester 1 Semester 2 English 9 1 Honors Geometry 2 Freshman Band 3 Lunch Lunch 4 A Day: Modern World 5 History 6 B Day: Physical Science American Sign Language 7 Experiences w/Foods Study Hall 8
How to Register on IC Registration will open February 4th! 1. Go to meta.infinitecampus.org 2. Enter your username and password 3. From the homepage, click on Course Registration
How to Register on IC Click COURSE SEARCH to select courses
How to Register on IC Course Offerings Sheet You will need this form to properly complete registration online! * Application Course + Course has Prerequisite
How to Register on IC Enter the Course Number that you would like to request from the 2019-2020 Course Offerings Sheet, and click on GO.
How to Register on IC Click on Select a Course to View for information and details.
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