NORTH MEDFORD
HIGH S CHOOL
A GUIDE TO YOUR FUT U R E
This guide is a critical tool to help our students navigate the forecasting
process. We have developed a number of supports to help each of our students
develop a strong academic plan.
The Focus Pathway guide provides key planning tools:
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Focus Pathways -North is offering four Pathways to help you plan your course work and
other learning experiences. The pathways organize important skills and knowledge
around a group of related career fields.
Academic
Fine Arts
Technical Arts (CTE)
Pre-Professional
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College Credit - We are proud of the wide variety of opportunities we provide our students
to earn college credit while they attend NMHS. We offer more than 40 courses through
which our students may earn college credit through Southern Oregon University or Rogue
Community College while in high school, including many Advanced Placement courses.
In addition, RCC offers the Oregon Transfer Module (OTM). This certificate guides the student to
earn college credit that will meet the general education requirements at all of the Oregon Public Universities and many of the Oregon private colleges and universities. By completing the module, a
student could enter college with sophomore standing.
To properly prepare for forecasting, please complete the following steps:
1. Select a Focus Pathway
2. Review graduation requirements for your grade.
3. Select courses from the Forecasting Guide * you would like to take including alternates.
*The Forecasting Guide contains a listing of the course offerings along with descriptions and prerequisites.
The forecasting process should prompt our students to evaluate their long-term goals and develop
an academic plan that supports those goals.
North Medford High School College Credit Opportunities
All North Medford High School students have the opportunity to earn college credit as they move through their high school careers. These credits may be earned free or at significantly reduced cost.
There are three options available to earn college credit while in high school:
1) Take a NMHS course that offers credit in conjunction with Rogue Community College or Southern Oregon University.
2) Take a NMHS Advanced Placement course and pass the AP exam (your score an requirements of the university you
choose to attend will dictate how much credit you may receive).
3) Take an RCC or SOU course through the RCC Underage, SOU Early Entry or Oregon Expanded Options programs at
RCC or SOU while enrolled in high school.
When may I start earning college credit?
Students and parents should consider college credit opportunities beginning freshman year. A strong four-year plan may result
in significant savings in terms of time and money.
Where are these classes offered?
The majority of these classes are taught on campus at North Medford High School. There are additional opportunities for college credit by taking a course at RCC or SOU.
How do I get started?
Begin by reviewing the NMHS Forecasting Guide and all of the Focus Pathway options. Courses with potential college credit
are listed on the next page and noted by the course listings in the catalog. Once you have your plan, discuss your selection
with your academic advisor. Once enrolled, you may check with your teacher or academic advisor for any paperwork needed
in order to receive college credit.
What is the cost of courses offered for which I may earn college credit?
AP (Advanced
COST: $91 per exam. Payment submitted to NMHS March of exam year.
Placement)
NOTE: Classes at NMHS, taught by NMHS instructors. A score of 3-5 on AP exam is considered “passing.” College credit received depends upon AP exam score and individual college requirements. Grades on NMHS transcript.
SOU ASC (Advanced COST: $41 per credit (usually $164 per course) Registration form and payment submitted SOU before winter and spring terms.
Southern Credit)
NOTE: Classes at NMHS, taught by NMHS instructors. Must earn A or B grade to apply for college credit. Grades on NMHS and
SOU transcripts.
SOU EE
COST: $71.00 per credit. Additional special class fees and/or technology fees may apply. Payment submitted to SOU.
(Early Entry)
NOTE: Classes at SOU, taught by SOU instructors. Counselor approval required (signature on registration form). No
on-line registration; must submit hard copy of application to SOU. Must meet any other SOU registration requirements. Must
RCC College Now
COST: None.
NOTE: Classes at NMHS, taught by NMHS instructors. Teachers submit names of students to RCC who successfully complete
class with A or B grade. Grades on NMHS and RCC transcript.
RCC U
COST: $91 per credit. Additional special class fees and/or technology fees may apply. Payment submitted to RCC.
(Underage)
NOTE: Classes at RCC, taught by RCC instructors. Counselor/Principal approval required (signatures on “Principal’s
form). Must make appointment for placement test and meet with Underage Advisor. Must provide own
Exp. Ops
COST: “There will be little or no net cost to [students] for successful participation in the Expanded Options Program.” Eligible
expenses are either paid by NMHS or reimbursed to student upon successful course completion.
(Expanded
Options)
Approval”
NOTE: For juniors and seniors only, or be at least 16 years old. Must meet SOU EE requirements. Courses may not duplicate
NMHS courses. Grades on SOU or RCC transcript and may or may not be on NMHS transcript. Must have
application and educational plan submitted by May of year prior to participation.
SOU FLPP (Foreign
Language
Proficiency
Program)
COST: $25 application; $139 Oral Proficiency Interview; $300 registration, written exam and payment for credits.
NOTE: Classes taught at NMHS by NMHS instructors. Level four world language students have the opportunity to take the
American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) and written exam by which
they may earn 8-20 college credits at SOU depending upon score. Grades on SOU transcript and may or may not be on NMHS
transcript.
Courses Taught at NMHS with Available College Credit
Course Name
Course Designation
College Credit Hours
AP Art History
AP
AP Varies
AP Biology
AP
AP Varies
AP Calculus AB
AP or SOU ASC
AP Varies / SOU 8
AP Calculus BC
AP or SOU ASC
AP Varies / SOU 4
AP Chemistry
AP
AP Varies
AP Comparative Government
AP
AP Varies
AP Economics
AP
AP Varies
AP European History
AP or SOU ASC
AP Varies / SOU 8
AP Government
AP or SOU ASC
AP Varies/SOU 8
AP Human Geography
AP
AP Varies
AP Language & Composition
AP
AP Varies
AP Literature & Composition
AP or SOU ASC
AP Varies / SOU 8
AP
AP Varies
AP Psychology
AP or SOU ASC
AP Varies / SOU 8
AP Statistics
AP or SOU ASC
AP Varies / SOU 8
AP Studio Art
AP
AP Varies
AP U.S. History
AP or SOU ASC
AP Varies / SOU 8
AP World History
AP or SOU ASC
AP Varies / SOU 8
Anatomy & Physiology
SOU ASC
SOU 8
Architectural Design 2
RCC College Now
RCC 3-6
Architectural Design Advanced
RCC College Now
RCC 3-6
SOU ASC
AP Varies / SOU 8
Auto Service 2
RCC College Now
RCC 3-6
Auto Service Advanced
RCC College Now
RCC 4
Biology Honors
SOU ASC
SOU 4
CDC Assistant 1
RCC College Now
RCC 1
CDC Assistant 2
RCC College Now
RCC 2
CDC Assistant 3
RCC College Now
RCC 3
CDC Practicum
RCC College Now
RCC 1-2
Child Development I, II, III
RCC College Now
RCC 3
AP Physics
Astronomy
Culinary Arts 2 (combo w/Culinary Arts 1)
Lane Community College
LCC 3
Culinary Arts 3 Career Foods
Lane Community College
LCC 3-6
Culinary Arts Advanced
Lane Community College
LCC 3
Engineering Design 1
RCC College Now
RCC 3
Engineering Design 2
RCC College Now
RCC 3
Engineering Design Advanced
RCC College Now
RCC 3
Marketing
RCC College Now
RCC 3
Marketing Advanced
RCC College Now
RCC 3
RCC College Now or SOU ASC
RCC 4-8 /SOU 8
SOU FLPP
SOU 8-20
Woods Manufacturing 1 & 2
RCC College Now
RCC 3-6
Woods Manufacturing Advanced
RCC College Now
RCC 3-6
SOU ASC
SOU 8
Pre-Calculus (Honors or Regular)
World Language( s) Advanced
Zoology
Academic Pathway
In order to earn your Pathway Certificate for Academics, you will be required to
complete three or four courses in your selected area of study .
(see the chart below)
Pathway
Science
Intro Level
9th and 10th courses
Additional Required Courses
3rd year plus three additional courses
Mathematics
9th and 10th courses
3rd year plus three additional courses
Language Arts
9th and 10th courses
3rd & 4th year plus two additional courses
World Language
Level 1 and 2
Level 3 and 4
Social Studies
9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th
Plus three additional courses
The Forecasting Guide contains a listing of the course offerings along with descriptions and prerequisites.
Fine Arts Pathway
In order to earn your Pathway Certificate for Fine Arts you will be required to
complete three or four classes in your selected area of study.
(see the chart below)
Pathway
Intro Level
Additional Required Courses
Music
9th intro course
Plus four additional courses
Art
9th intro course
Plus four additional courses
Theatre
9th intro course
Plus four additional courses
Music
9th intro course
Plus four additional courses
The Forecasting Guide contains a listing of the course offerings along with descriptions and prerequisites.
Technical Arts Pathway
In order to earn your Pathway Certificate for Technical Arts, you will be required to
complete an into course, plus four courses in your selected area of study.
(see the chart below)
Pathway
Intro Level
Additional Required Courses
Architecture
9th intro course
Plus four additional courses
Auto Service
9th intro course
Plus four additional courses
Engineering
9th intro course
Plus four additional courses
Woods Mfc
9th intro course
Plus four additional courses
Culinary
9th intro course
Plus four additional courses
Child Development
9th intro course
Plus four additional courses
General CTE
9th intro course
Plus four additional courses
(Mixture of CTE courses)
The Forecasting Guide contains a listing of the course offerings along with descriptions and prerequisites.
Pre-Professional Pathway
In order to earn your Pathway Certificate with a Pre-Professional focus, you will be
required to complete intro course plus four courses your selected area of study.
(see the chart below)
Pathway
Intro Level
Additional Required Courses
Marketing
9th intro course
Plus four additional courses
Pre-Med
9th intro course
Plus four additional courses
Pre - Engineering
9th intro course
Plus four additional courses
AP Courses
Two AP courses
Two AP courses not grad requirements
(See CTE courses)
(May be grad requirements)
The Forecasting Guide contains a listing of the course offerings along with descriptions and prerequisites.
RCC Certificate Pathways
Early Childhood Education (Basic)
Early Childhood Education (Basic), Career Pathways Certificate (13 credits)
Entry-level daycare provider, child care worker, or nanny
Early Childhood Education (Basic)
Career Pathways Certificate
Required Classes:
ECE125 Early Childhood Development
ECE126 Early Childhood Education Best
Practices
ECE135 Applied Child Development
College Now classes at North Medford:
Child Development II (meets ECE125)
Child Development III (meets ECE126)
CDC Assistant 1 & 2 (meets ECE135)
CDC Assistant 3 (meets ECE136)
CDC Practicum (meets ED170)
ECE136 Early Childhood Education: A
Professional Overview
ED170 Introductory Practicum
This plan allows students to complete the Early
Childhood Education Basic
Career Pathways Certificate
while in high school.
North Medford High School
Oregon Transfer Module
A transcript notation that completes the freshman year of college in Oregon.
Leads to the AAOT: Associate of the Arts Oregon Transfer Degree
Total OTM Credits
45-56
Required Classes:
Writing: 8 credits required
WR121 English Composition I (4)
WR122 English Composition II (4)
WR227 Technical Writing (4)
Oral Communication 3-4 credits required
*SP111 Fundamentals of Public Speaking
Mathematics 4-5 credits required above 100
MTH 111 (Pre-Calculus) (3 with Mrs. Wilson 4 with Mrs. Belzberg or Mrs. Brown)
MTH 112 (Pre-Calculus II) (4)
MTH 243 Applied Statistical Methods (4)
MTH 244 Applied Statistical Methods (4)
MTH 251Calculus I (4)
MTH 252 Calculus II (4)
MTH 253 Calculus III (4)
Humanities: 9 –12 credits required
ENG 104 (Intro to Lit) (4)
ENG 105 (Intro to Lit) (4)
*HUM 101 (4)
*MUS 105 (3)
Social Science: 9-12 credits required
*ANTH 100
HST 250 (4)
HST 251 (4)
PSY 201 (4)
PSY 202 (4)
HST 110 (4)
HST 111 (4)
Science/Math/Computer Science: 11-16 credits required including one biological or
physical science with lab
*must be taken in person or online through (must have counselor and principal approval)
RCC Extended Options http://www.roguecc.edu/Pathfinder/extendedoptions.asp
SOU Early Entry http://www.sou.edu/youth/early-entry/guidelines.html