1 April 16, 2013 Welcome Class of Parents & students LSHS Guidance Department rising freshmen parent night Nikki Daluga-Guenther Nathan Moore

2 Surviving & Thriving in 9th Grade & BeyondGive a person a fish, and they can eat for a day. Teach a person to fish, and they can eat for a lifetime. -Chinese Proverb

3 High School Office StaffMr. Nathan Moore, Principal Mr. Charlie Karazsia, Athletic Director, Disciplinarian Mrs. Nikki Daluga-Guenther, School Counselor Mrs. Dayna Firestone, Secretary Mrs. Lou Baker, ECA Treasurer Mrs. Bette Meng, Guidance and Athletic Secretary

4 BELL SCHEDULE – 6 PERIOD DAY7:50 A.M. - Students may enter the building Period 1 – 8:00 AM – 8:58 AM Period 2 – 9:02 AM – 10:00 AM Period 3 – 10:04 AM – 11:02 AM Lunch A – 11:02 AM – 11:32 AM (Junior High) Period 4A – 11:36 AM – 12:34 PM (Junior High) Period 4B – 11:06 AM – 12:04 PM (High School) Lunch B – 12:04 PM – 12:34 PM (High School) Period 5 – 12:38 PM – 1:36 PM Period 6 – 1:40 PM – 2:38 PM Success – 2:42 PM – 3:03 PM

5 BELL SCHEDULE – 7 PERIOD DAY7:50 A.M. - Students may enter the building Period 1 - 8:00 AM – 8:53 AM Period 2 - 8:57 AM – 9:50 AM Period 3 - 9:54 AM – 10:47 AM Period :51 AM – 11:44 AM Lunch A - 11:44 AM – 12:14 PM (MajorityJunior High) Period 5A - 12:18 PM – 1:11 PM (Majority Junior High) Period 5B - 11:48 AM – 12:41 PM (High School) Lunch B - 12:41 PM – 1:11 PM (High School) Period 6 - 1:15 PM – 2:08 PM Period 7 - 2:12 PM – 3:05 PM

6 Graduation Requirements Diploma TypesCore 40 – 42 Credits Core 40 with Academic Honors (AHD) – 47 Credits Core 40 with Technical Honors (THD) – 47 Credits General Diploma – 42 Credits

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8 Graduation Requirements Core 40 Diploma8 credits Language Arts Including a balance of literature, composition, and speech 6 credits Math (earned in Grades 9 – 12) Algebra I (2 credits), Geometry (2 credits), Algebra II Geometry (2 credits), Algebra II (2 credits), Precalculus/Trigonometry (2 credits) Students in Class of must take a Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning (QR) course each year in HS (see packet for information on QR courses) 6 credits Science Biology (2 credits) Chemistry I, Physics I, or Integrated Chemistry and Physics (2 credits) Additional 2 credits from any Core 40 Science course – Chemistry II, Biology II, Earth Science

9 Graduation Requirements Core 40 Diploma (Continued)6 credits Social Studies World History OR Geography and History of the World (2 credits) U.S. History (2 credits) Government (1 credit) & Economics (1 credit) 5 credits Directed Electives Any combination of: World Languages*, Fine Arts, Career-Technical 2 credits Physical Education 1 credit Health and Wellness 8 credits Electives Career-Academic Sequence recommended – 8 credits of related coursework pertaining to post-secondary goals *4 credits (2 yrs) of the same World Language required for admission to most 4-year colleges.

10 Honors Diploma requirements Academic Honors Diploma (AHD)Core 40 requirements C. Two of the following: 2 additional Core 40 Math credits -Minimum of 3 verifiable transcripted college credits from the approved dual credit list 6-8 Core 40 World Lang. credits -2 AP Credits and take corresponding exams -6 credits in one -2 credits in one, 2 credits in another -2 credits in IB standard level courses and corresponding exams (NOT AVAILABLE) 2 Core 40 Fine Arts credits D on SAT Critical Reading, Math, and Writing combined w/ 530+ in each All grades “C” or better GPA 3.0 or above E. 26+ Composite on ACT and complete Writing section of test Complete ONE from the list (A-F) : A. 4 AP Credits (2+ courses) and take corresponding exams F. Earn 4 credits in IB courses and take corresponding exams (NOT AVAILABLE) B. 6 verifiable transcripted college credits in dual credit courses from the approved dual credit list

11 Honors Diploma requirements technical Honors Diploma (tHD)Core 40 requirements Complete one of the following: Earn 6 credits in the college and career preparation courses in a state-approved College & Career Pathway and one of the following: A. Any one of the options (A-F) from AHD diploma B. Earn the following minimum scores on WorkKeys: Reading for Information (6), Applied Mathematics (6), Locating Information (5) 1. State approved, industry recognized certification or credential C. Earn the following minimum scores on Accuplacer: Writing (80), Reading (90), Math (75) 2. Pathway dual credits from the approved dual credit list resulting in 6 transcripted college credits D. Ear the following minimum scores on Compass: Algebra (66), Writing (70), Reading (80) All grades “C” or better GPA 3.0 or above

12 General diploma 8 credits Language ArtsCredits must include literature, composition, and speech 4 credits Math Algebra I (2 credits), Algebra I Enrichment (2 credits), or Algebra I (2 credits), Geometry (2 credits), or Algebra I (2 credits), Business Math (2 credits) General Diploma students are required to earn 2 credits in a Math or QR course during 11th or 12th grade. QR courses do not count as math credits. 4 credits Science Biology (2 credits) Any Science course (2 credits) – at least one credit must be from a Physical Science or Earth and Space Science course

13 General diploma 4 credits Social Studies U.S. History (2 credits)Government (1 credit) & Economics (1 credit) 2 credits Physical Education 1 credit Health and Wellness 6 credits College and Career Pathway Courses Choosing electives in a deliberate way to take full advantage of college and career exploration and preparation opportunities. 5 credits Flex (must come from one of the following): Additional electives in College and Career Pathway Courses involving workplace learning such as Internship or Cooperative Education High school/college dual credit courses Additional courses in Language Arts, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, World Languages, or Fine Arts 8 credits Electives

14 COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHWAY LISTeducation/indiana-college-career-pathways Automotive Service Technology Construction Trades Welding Technology

15 CAREER PATHWAY SAMPLE PLAN Automotive services tecHnology9th Grade 1-English 9 2-Algebra I or Geometry 3-Biology I 4-Physical Education 5-Prep for College & Careers/Digital Citizenship or Personal Financial Respons. 6-Spanish I or German I 7-Elective (2 credits) 10th Grade 1-English 10 2-Geometry 3-Integrated Chemistry and Physics 4-World History 5-Introduction to Transportation 6-Health & Wellness/Personal Financial Respons. 7-Spanish II or German II 11th Grade 1-3-Automotive Services Technology I 4-English 11 5-Algebra II 6-U.S. History 7-Spanish III or German III 12th Grade 1-3-Automotive Services Technology II 4-English 12 5-Math or QR Course -Example: Chemistry I (fulfills QR & 3rd Science) 6-Government/Economics 7-Fine Arts (2 credits) IMPORTANT NOTE: It is preferable that students take World History in 9th or 10th

16 SAMPLE PLAN academic honors diploma9th Grade 1-English 9 2-Algebra I or Geometry 3-Biology I 4-Physical Education 5-Spanish I or German I 6-World History 7-Fine Arts (2 credits) OR Preparing for College and Careers/Digital Citizenship or Personal Financial Respons. 10th Grade 1-English 10 2-Geometry or Algebra II 3-Chemistry I 4-Health and Wellness/Etymology or Personal Financial Respons. Financial Responsibility 5-Spanish II or German II 6-World History (if not taken in 9th) – otherwise Elective 7-Elective 11th Grade 1-English 11 2-Algebra II or Precalculus/Trigonometry 3-AP U.S. History 4-Chemistry II or Biology II 5-Spanish III or German III 6-Elective 7-Elective 12th Grade 1-English 12 2-Precalculus/Trigonometry or AP Calculus AB 3-Government/Economics 4-Physics or other Elective 5-Biology II or other Elective IMPORTANT NOTE: It is preferable that students take World History in 9th or 10th

17 High School Testing RequirementsEnd of Course Assessments State of Indiana DOE requires passage of the two exams listed below in order to graduate from high-school Algebra I => Passing score is 564 Taken in 8th or 9th grade (spring) English 10 => Passing score is 360 Taken in 10th grade (spring)

18 OTHER testing PSAT Taken in fall of 10th grade year – predicts SAT and AP Potential SAT LSHS is a test site for every date except for January 26th (WRV) ACT LSHS is not a test site, but testing centers are in the area SAT II Some colleges and majors require COMPASS College placement exam for Ivy Tech ACCUPLACER College placement exam for Vincennes University ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) Military entrance and skill assessment exam Advanced Placement (AP) Exams Optional (required for AHD and THD students taking AP class); college credit possible

19 9TH GRADE REQUIRED COURSESEnglish 9 Biology I Physical Education Mathematics Algebra I (1 period, 1 credit) Algebra I with Enrichment (2 periods, 2 credits) Geometry (1 period, 1 credit) – if entering HS with Algebra I credit

20 9TH GRADE ELECTIVES Advanced Concert Band Advanced ChorusIntroduction to Engineering and Design – Eligible for Dual Credit Theatre Arts/Musical Theater Intro to 2-D Art/Intro to 3-D Art Nutrition and Wellness/Advanced Nutrition and Wellness World History (take in 9th or 10th) Interpersonal Relationships/Introduction to Fashion and Textiles German I Spanish I Interpersonal Relationships/Digital Citizenship Preparing for College and Careers/Digital Citizenship (if Algebra I in 9th) Interpersonal Relationships/Personal Financial Responsibility (if Algebra I in 8th) Prerequisite for ALL Career Pathways Nutrition and Wellness/Digital Citizenship Preparing for College and Careers/Personal Financial Responsibility (If Algebra I in 8th) Nutrition and Wellness/Personal Financial Responsibility (if Algebra I in 8th) Science Tutorial (Biology) – if you need extra help in this subject area Introduction to Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources Mathematics Lab (Geometry) – if you need extra help in this subject area Introduction to Construction - Construction Technology Prerequisite Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics – Welding Technology Prerequisite Introduction to Transportation – Automotive Services Technology Prerequisite Introduction to Manufacturing

21 COURSES FOR EXTRA HELP/RemediationAlgebra I Enrichment – by recommendation Mathematics Lab – Geometry Mathematics Lab – Algebra II Science Tutorial (Biology, Chemistry I) Language Arts Lab

22 alternative P.E. CREDIT Starting in the fall of 2011, any freshman, sophomore, and/or junior student who successfully completes an IHSAA approved sport can earn her/his Physical Education I and II credit requirements through this program.

23 alternative P.E. CREDIT Students will complete 3 components to earn each P.E. credit: Coach/Activity Form (70%) Physical Education Standards Journal (20%) Five-Day Exercise, Nutrition, Sleep, & Wellness Log (10%)

24 alternative P.E. CREDIT Coach/Activity Form (70% of final grade) - Indicates successful completion of the season and sportsmanship rating Successful completion = participating in at least 91% of the season. 9% could be missed for any reason (illness, family emergency, etc.) Student must be in good standing throughout the season and not received any LSSC athletic code violations or suspensions If severe injury occurs, student must participate in 80% of the season – situations evaluated on an individual basis

25 alternative P.E. CREDIT P.E. Standards Journal (20% of final grade)Student-athlete shall document a minimum of one example for each standard illustrating their attainment of each standard. This reflective journal is based on the Indiana State Standards for Physical Education and how the student- athlete’s sport/activity met the requirements. Proper writing mechanics and relationship to the topic are required.

26 alternative P.E. CREDIT Five-Day Log (10% of final grade)Students must write two goals during each athletic season 1 EXERCISE GOAL 1 NUTRITION GOAL Students must record physical activity (include intensity and duration),nutrition, and sleep for 5 consecutive days. Students must answer reflective questions that go with the log.

27 alternative P.E. CREDIT Procedures to declare intent to participate in this program Complete an intent form when you schedule your coursework prior to the semester of participation – completing and returning this form is the student’s responsibility. If a student turns in an intent form, but does not participate in one of the approved activities, there is NO PENALTY of withdraw failure (WF). The student just wouldn’t earn the credit through this program and would need to enroll in the P.E. class.

28 alternative P.E. CREDIT Grading PolicyGrades will be determined by a rubric based on all three components Coach’s Form (70% of grade) P.E. Standards Journal (20% of grade) Five –Day Log (10% of grade) The three components will equal a possible 100 points and a letter grade will be awarded based on the LSHS grading scale. This alternative credit program does not count as one of the approved courses to be eligible for IHSAA sports.

29 alternative to health and wellnessAccording to IN Law, three (3) credits from the following Family and Consumer Science Courses can replace the Health and Wellness credit requirement Interpersonal Relationships (Any grade level) Nutrition and Wellness (Any grade level) Preparing for College and Careers (Preferred in 9th) Child Development and Parenting (10th-12th) Human Development and Family Wellness (NOT OFFERED)

30 Take action – get involved!Start Now! – Scholarships Community Service Academics Student Biography Forms (see packet) Balance is Key Colleges and scholarship committees like to see students who have consistently committed to a few things in high school through which they’ve taken on leadership roles.

31 Student OrganizationsStudent Assistance Team Anyone can join. Meetings are second Tuesday of each month at 7:15am in the HS Conf. Room Student Council All HS students are eligible – see Ms. Krystal Kirschner (sponsor) for additional information.

32 Leadership in Student OrganizationsClass Officer Elections Held in the spring of each year President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer Requirements to Hold Offices Students running for Student Council or Class Office must have and maintain 2.5 GPA or better for the previous academic semester. If this GPA is not maintained, officer will be declared ineligible. Students will not be allowed to run for office and may be removed from office should they be suspended from school or have substantial disciplinary incidents.

33 High school clubs Art Mrs. Erin Henderson Business Mrs. Kim HaldemanSpanish Mrs. Bianca Tolbert German Mrs. Britney Lynn Letterwomen Mrs. Chantel Carpenter Lettermen Mrs. Chantel Carpenter National Honor Society Ms. Krystal Kirschner Mrs. Holly Kirk

34 High school clubs Taste of FACS Mrs. Debbie HardingF.F.A Mrs. Kim Hill F.C.A. Mr. Riggleman Industrial Arts Mr. Brian Oliver History Mr. Ford Bond Junior Civitan Mrs. Becky Miller

35 athletics TAKE RESPONSIBILITYIHSAA Rule 18-1: To be eligible scholastically, students must have received passing grades and earned credit at the end of their last grading period in school in at least (70%) of the maximum number of full credit subjects… NOTE: You have a clean slate when you begin high school. On a six period day, you must pass 5 of your 6 classes. On a seven period day, you must pass 5 of your 7 classes Same requirements for Work Permit until you are 18 TAKE RESPONSIBILITY

36 Post-secondary options4 Year College or University Bachelor’s Degree ISU, IU, Purdue, Ball State, etc. 2 Year College Associate Degree VU, Ivy Tech, etc. Technical College Associate Degree, Diploma Programs, Certificates ITT Technical College, Culinary School, etc. United States Armed Forces Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy Service Academies: West Point, Air Force Academy, Naval Academy Workforce Full time job Apprenticeships Specialized Training

37 GO MINERS! Thank you very much for coming! Any questions? Course request forms due to LHS guidance office Monday, April 29th