2015-16 COURSE SELECTIONS
“Things to Consider when Selecting”
This document is designed to assist students/parents in the course selection process.
Please review the information below to ensure you are covering all options in the selection
process. Some options require additional steps so plan accordingly. Use the 2015-16
Curriculum & Registration Guide for additional information
http://www.orange.k12.nc.us/academic_dept_pages/sec_ed_docs/HS_CourseGuide.pdf
Graduation Requirements--28 credits
4 English=English 1, 2, 3 & 4
4 Math= Math 1, 2, 3 & Advanced
3 Science= Earth, Biology, Physical
4 Social St.=World, Amer 1, 2, & Civics
1 PE= 9th Health & PE
2 Designated Electives in the areas of
4 Cluster=related courses
CTE, Arts or World Language
Honors
For students earning an 88 or higher in their standard level courses should consider trying
honors level courses in their area of strength or interest. Honors courses are available in both
core and elective areas--challenge yourself. See course guide for details.
Advanced Placement (AP)
AP courses are College Board approved college level courses taught in high school. AP
courses are available in many subject areas in person or online (see below). 10th grade
students should review their PLAN results and use the guide sent to them via email to see if
they are on track for these courses.
These courses are rigorous and demand both your time and attention to be successful.
Students are expected to take the AP exam associated with each course.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB)
The IB program is available to interested 11th and 12th graders. However, the planning
begins in 9th grade. Students should take honors courses in preparation for this program as
well as have at least the following courses completed by the end of 10th grade: English 2
Hon, Civics Hon, Math 3 Hon or Pre-calculus, Honors Chemistry or AP Environmental, World
Language Level 3. Use the course guide and the planning tool below to ensure you are
prepared, if interested. There is an application requirement. Visit
http://www.orange.k12.nc.us/crhs/academics/ib.html for additional information.
NCVPS--North Carolina Virtual High School Courses
If you are looking for different course opportunities, you may want to consider online
offerings.
Steps to take:
● Visit www.ncvps.org to see what courses are available for both Fall and Spring
semesters.
● Choose a course, students may take a new course or a credit recovery course.
● Complete the “NCVPS Course Request Form” signed by parent.
● Submit the “request form” to your counselor for administrative approval.
Note: Requests may be given priority based on available funding. Orange County Board
Policy prohibits students from enrolling in a course that is available “face to face” as there is a
cost involved with each course.
College & Career Promise (CCP)
Students have an opportunity to take community college courses for credit while in high
school (free tuition). The CCP program includes courses in the college transfer (Core 44)
pathway or towards Career & Technical certification. Students may enroll through either
Durham Tech or Alamance Community College.
College Transfer Pathway--Core 44
Students must qualify by GPA and College Admission Test Scores--see below.
*Students must have a 3.0 weighted GPA and
*Meet the minimum exam scores
TEST
PLAN Score
PSAT Score
SAT Score
ACT Score
English
15
45
500
18
Reading
18
47
500
22
Mathematics
19
47
500
22
Career & Technical Pathway
Students must have a 3.0 weighted GPA and principal recommendations.
Students must meet all course prerequisites.
Steps to take:
● Attend an information session hosted by Durham Tech or Alamance Community
College
● Complete an online application through www.cfnc.org indicating CCP in the program
choice and send transcript.
● CRHS will confirm GPA and test scores for eligibility
● Upon verification, meet with a community college advisor to discuss and plan your
courses.
● Confirm course enrollment and meet with counselor to adjust your CRHS schedule to
accommodate the CCP courses.
● Stay focused during the course as you have begun your college transcript.
For more information visit http://www.durhamtech.edu/ccp/CCPGuidelines.pdf
Middle College during 11th & 12th grades only.
Students may apply to attend Middle College on the Durham Tech campus in January of
their 10th grade year for the following two years. These students have an opportunity to take
their remaining high school requirements with other area students and attend community
college classes. This program offers a unique learning opportunity. Visit
http://www.edlinesites.net/pages/Middle_College for addtional information and application.
4-YEAR PLANNING
When planning courses it is helpful to keep the end in mind and plan backwards. For
instance, if you have a strong interest in science and know that you want to take AP
Biology, look to see what prerequisite courses are required and enter them in the
appropriate years. Keep in mind every student is unique having their own interests and
abilities which tend to change. Use the chart below to begin planning your 4-years of
high school. Then use this information for entering your course selections for next year
into PowerSchool (see handout Guide for assistance).
GRADE 9
English _____________________
Math
_____________________
Science _____________________
Social St.___________________
GRADE 10
English _____________________
Math _______________________
Science_____________________
Social St. ___________________
PE/Health 9th Grade PE/Health
Elective 1 __________________
Elective 1 ___________________
Elective 2 __________________
Elective 2 ___________________
Elective 3 ___________________
Elective3____________________
Elective 4 ___________________
GRADE 11
English ____________________
Math _____________________
Science ____________________
Social St. ___________________
GRADE 12
English ____________________
Math _____________________
Social St. ___________________
Elective 1 ___________________
Elective 1 ___________________
Elective 2 ___________________
Elective 2 ___________________
Elective 3 ___________________
Elective 3 ___________________
Elective 4 ___________________
Elective 4 ___________________
Elective 5 ___________________