Presentation given to parents in the Wissahickon School District for course selection information.

1. Program of Studies NightWHS January 14, 2010

2. Agenda Welcome – Mr. Hayes Overview of High School Curriculum- Mrs. DiGregorio Graduation Requirements and Transcripts- Mrs. Auerbach Overview of Process at Middle School- Ms. Randolph/Mr. Malone Questions and Answers Cafeteria- Questions with Individual Departments

3. Program of Studies Changes p6 Senior Social Studies Curriculum Gifted Programming Under Review Math and Science Credits Foreign Language Course Descriptions Academic French III and Academic Spanish III Parental Waiver of Recommendations page 9 Deadline for changes is June 30, 2010 Four year planning guide in back.

4. HS Timeline for Scheduling January Course Selection Materials Distributed Program of Studies Night February Individual Meetings with Guidance Counselors March Course Verification Sheets mailed home June 30, 2010- Final Date for any changes in selection

5. High School Bell Schedule Run an 8 period day 8 class periods 30 minute lunch

6. 9th Grade Curriculum 9th Grade: Mathematics Lang/Lit I Historical Inquiry Physical Science Foreign Language 9th Grade Wellness total of 2 elective credits total of 1 elective credit 1 study hall each semester

7. Sample Schedule2 Elective Credits

8. Sample Schedule1 Elective Credit/1 Study Hall

9. Academic Levels Honors: Work independently Extensive Homework Good at Time Management Good Study Habits Work outside of the classroom Academic: Prepare students for post high school education. Outside research, homework, projects More guidance from the teacher

10. Graduation Requirements *Beginning with the class of 2012, students must earn a combined total of 7.0 credits in Math and Science. **Two years of World Language will be required. Exceptions are considered on an individual basis.

11. Promotion Requirements

12. Transcript

13. Weighted GPA AP Courses- 0.1 bonus point (C or better and take AP Exam) Honors Courses- 0.05 bonus point (C or better for 1 credit classes) How it works

14. GPA

15. Balancing it all Classes Clubs Sports Community involvement Do I need a study hall?

16. Middle School Timeline November Guidance Lessons~ Career Interest Inventories NMTCC~ Presentation NMTCC~ Visitation January Guidance Lessons~ Program of Studies Materials Distributed Program of Studies Night Course Selection Sheets Due by January 29, 2010 February Guidance Lessons~ Electronic Course Entry Individual Meetings with Students

17. Questions and Answers Feedback sheet Department members are available in cafeteria to answer any questions you may have.