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Gain insights on choosing the best classes for your child's future at Meade County High School. Learn about course selection, required classes, and more to guide your child's academic path. Join us on February 7 and 12, 2013. Get equipped to make informed decisions for your child's education journey.
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SCHEDULING FOR SUCCESS PARENT SEMINAR February 7 and 12, 2013 Meade County High School
Thanks for being here tonight! Choosing the BEST classes for your son or daughter MATTERS • How do we know? Ask someone. • When asked what would they have done differently in high school, a common response from students is: • “I would have challenged myself more in high school.” • When asked about helping their child schedule classes, a common response is: • “I really wasn’t sure how to help my child choose the best courses, especially my first child.”
Scheduling Process • Students are spoken to by grade level. • Class selections sheets are handed out. • Students sign up for classes and get teacher approval where needed. • Class selection sheets are signed by parents. • Students turn in sheets to their AT teacher by February 14, 2013.
Rigor and College Prep • Course Selections • Students should challenge themselves to the most demanding courses to their ability • Teacher input is vital in the process
Types of Classes Required Core Classes • Every required credit must be completed before a student graduates. Elective Classes • Classes that students choose to take. • They may be in a core area or a different department. • Elective classes are not guaranteed.
Entry to Vocational Programs Applications must be submitted for entry into vocational programs. • Health Sciences apply in 9th grade. • HVAC • Welding • Carpentry • Welding • Automotive • Fire Safety and Management apply in 10th grade.
Categories of Classes • Regular – 4.0 • Exposes student to mandated state benchmarks • Honors – 5.0 • Extends the depth of study beyond a regular class • Advanced Placement (AP) – 6.0 • College level course • Students are required to take the AP Exam
AP vs. Dual Credit? • AP Courses: • Curriculum mandated by the College Board • Exam administered in Spring • 35 dollar exam fee • Exam score determines college credit • Modified grading scale (90-100 = A) • Dual Credit Courses: • Student “dual enrolled” in MCHS AND college • Curriculum driven by local college and high school • Must pay the college fee • Course grade determines college credit • MCHS grading scale (93-100 = A)
Frequently Asked Questions • Is foreign language required for graduation? • No but 2 credits of the same foreign language are required to enter 4-year colleges. • Will my student get all the classes he/she selects? • Effort is made to accommodate every student’s requests, however …… • Can my senior get any job and co-op?
FAQ’s continued • Seniors must be part of a school sanctioned program to co-op. • What has happened to the Commonwealth Diploma?