Welcome to 8th Grade Parent Night
Class of 2020
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office.
Jr. High – High School Transitions
• Advancement by credit, not by class
• Earn credits each semester
(1 credit per semester per course)
• Begin forming ‘High School Transcript’
• Forming cumulative grade point average (GPA)
A=4 points B=3 points C=2 points…
• Attendance Record
• Discipline Record
Indiana
Graduation
Requirements
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Three diploma tracts from which to
choose:
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Core 40
Core 40 with Academic Honors
Core 40 with Technical Honors
(General)
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Core 40 Diploma
Credits
English
8 credits
Years
4 years
6 credits
Math
(in grades
9-12)
3 years
Courses
• English 9
•English 10
•English 11 or Eng. 11 Honors
•English 12 or Eng. 12 Honors
• Algebra I
• Geometry
• Algebra II
**Students must take a math course or Quantitative Reasoning course each
year in high school. QR list can be found at:
www.doe.in.gov/ccr/quantitative-reasoning-courses
• Biology I
Science
6 credits
3 years
• Integrated Chemistry/
Physics
•Any Core 40 Science
Core 40 Diploma
Credits
Courses
• World History
Social
Studies
6 credits
PE
2 credits
Health &
Careers
1 credit
1 credit
• U.S. History
• U.S. Government/Economics
•Health & Wellness
•Preparing for College & Careers
Core 40 Diploma
Credits
Courses
Directed
Electives
• World Languages
5 credits • Fine Arts
• Career-Technical Education
General
Electives
6 credits
TOTAL
• College & Career Pathway
courses recommended.
Minimum of 40 credits
All required courses will be assigned a letter grade and
factored into the overall GPA.
Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma
• More rigorous academic preparation
• Best preparation for college
• Required at some Universities in Indiana
• Provides additional financial aid for families
who qualify
Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma
• Complete all requirements for Core 40
• Earn 2 additional Core 40 math credits
• Earn 6-8 credits Core 40 world language credits
• Earn 2 Core 40 fine arts credits
• Earn a grade of “C” or above in courses that count toward the
diploma
• Have a cumulative GPA of a “B” or above
AND…
Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma
Complete one of the following:
A. 4 credits in AP courses and take corresponding AP exams,
B. 6 college credits in dual credit courses from priority course list,
C. Earn two of the following:
1. 3 college credits from priority course list,
2. 2 credits in AP courses and take corresponding AP exams,
3. 2 credits in IB courses and take IB exams.
D. Earn a 1750 or higher on the SAT critical reading, math, and writing
sections and a minimum of 530 on each section
E. Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written
section
F. Earn 4 credits in IB courses and take corresponding exams
Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma
Students must complete a
minimum of 47 credits
All required courses will be assigned a letter grade and factored
into the overall GPA.
Academic Honors Diploma (cont.)
• Can ‘double up’ on math classes sophomore
year in order to take AP Calculus senior year.
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Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma
• VU Scholarship Opportunity
• Student can earn both the Core 40 with Academic
Honors and the Core 40 with Technical Honors
Diploma.
Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma
•Complete all requirements for Core 40,
• Earn grade of “C” or above in courses that count toward the
diploma,
• Have a GPA of “B” or above, and
• Earn 6 credits in the college & career preparation courses in
a College & Career Pathway and one of the following:
1. Pathway designated industry-based certification or
credential, or
2. Pathway dual credits resulting in 6 transcripted college
credits
• AND...
Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma
• Complete ONE of the following:
A. Any one of the options (A-F) of the Academic
Honors Diploma.
B. Earn the following scores or higher on WorkKeys:
Reading for Information – Level 6,
Applied Mathematics – Level 6, and
Locating Information – Level 5.
C. Earn the following minimum score(s) on
Accuplacer: Writing 80, Reading 90, Math 75.
D. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Compass:
Algebra 66, Writing 70, Reading 80.
Core 40 with Technical Honors Diploma
Students must complete a
minimum of 47 credits
All required courses will be assigned a letter grade and factored
into the overall GPA.
General Diploma
• Must meet with Mrs. Sward; form must be
signed by student and parent
• 40 credits
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General Diploma
Credits
English
Math
8 credits
4 credits
Years
4 years
2 years
Courses
• English 9
•English 10
•English 11 or Honors
•English 12 or Honors
• Algebra I
•Any math course
**General Diploma students are required to earn 2 credits in a Math or a
Quantitative Reasoning (QR) course during their junior or senior year. QR
courses do not count as math credits.
Science
4 credits
2 years
• Biology I
•Any science course
General Diploma
Credits
Years
Social
4 credits 2 years
Studies
PE
2 credits
1 year
Health &
Careers
1 credit
1 credit
1 sem.
1 sem.
Courses
• US History
• US Government/Economics
• Health and Wellness
• Preparing for College & Careers
General Diploma
Credits
College &
Career
Pathway
Courses
Flex
Credits
TOTAL
Courses
6 credits
5 credits
•Additional courses in a College & Career
Pathway
•High school/college dual credit courses
•Internship
•Additional courses in Lang. Arts, Math,
Science, Social Studies, World Languages,
or Fine Arts
40 CREDITS
ISTEP+ Graduation Examination
• The Grade 10 ELA & Math ISTEP+ tests will
become the graduation examination beginning
with grade 10 students in 2016-17.
NCAA Eligibility
• If you plan to participate in athletics at a Division I or II
school, you must register with the NCAA Clearinghouse
(typically spring of junior year).
• Must meet NCAA freshman-eligibility requirements to
be deemed eligible to compete in NCAA Division I or II
athletics.
*In addition to Core 40 or AHD requirements for IDOE;
GPA & Test Score requirements as well.
21st Century Scholars
• Must enroll by end of 8th Grade; full tuition scholarship at public
colleges in Indiana. (covers a portion of tuition at private colleges)
• Must have 2.5 GPA and Core 40 diploma to receive 21st Century
Scholarship
• Must complete Scholar Success Program beginning in Grade 9
• Financial means testing at end of high school
21st Century Scholars (cont.)
• Not a guaranteed full tuition scholarship
• If you are a 21st Century Scholar, some private schools
will cover remaining tuition not covered by award.
• IU & Purdue provide financial assistance for housing, if
you are a 21st Century Scholar & meet eligibility
requirements.
• Apply online at www.scholars.in.gov by June 30th of 8th
grade year
Dual Credit
• Courses in which students can earn both high
school and college credits simultaneously
• Dual Credit Providers are Oakland City University
and Ivy Tech (PLTW Courses & some Twin Rivers courses).
• Dual Credit Courses offered include: English 11 &
12 Honors, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, Psychology,
U.S. History, Government, IED, CEO, and Twin
Rivers Programs
• Dual Credit Courses used to meet AHD
requirements must be from priority course list
WEIGHTED CLASSES
NEXT YEAR THE FOLLOWING CLASSES WILL BE WEIGHTED:
• English 11 Honors
• English 12 Honors
• Algebra II Honors
• Geometry Honors
• Pre-Calculus
• AP Calculus
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Chemistry II
• Physics
• Psychology/Sociology
• Spanish IV
• CEO
For the Class of 2018 and beyond an A+=4.3 when figured into the GPA.
Internship & Cadet Teaching will not be weighted next year!!
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Opportunities for Next
Year
Example Freshman Course Request
• English 9
• Algebra I, Geometry Honors
*some students will also take Algebra Enrichment
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Biology
Health/Careers
Intro to Engineering Design
P.E. (?)
Elective
Electives for Freshman Year
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Spanish
Algebra Enrichment*
Intro to Engineering Design
Intro to Construction
Art
Band – Year long course
Chorus – Year long course
*must meet certain criteria
Opportunities for Junior & Senior Years
• Twin Rivers Program
-Building Trades (11 students)
-Auto Service Tech (7 students)
-Health Careers (9 students)
-Cosmetology
*require ½ day available in schedule
Opportunities for Junior & Senior
Years (cont.):
• Cadet Teaching (20 students)
-Elementary
-Jr. High
-High School
Arts/Music/PE/Special Ed
Opportunities for Junior & Senior Years
(cont.):
• CEO Class
Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities
Daviess County Class (WHS, WC, ND, BR)
No Textbook/No classroom
Create your own business
Lots of field trips/tours & guest speakers
Behind the scenes tour of Holiday World
Dual Credit available
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Opportunities for Senior Year
• VU Program – Seniors Only
Architectural Drafting
Collision Repair (1)
Computer Networking
Computer Programming (2)
Diesel Mechanics
Electronics
Fire Science
Hospitality/Culinary Arts
Industrial Drafting (CAD)
Information Technology
Law Enforcement (1)
Surveying
Web Development
Welding
Computer Integrated Manufacturing (C.I.M.)
Precision Machining (Machine Trades, Tool & Die, Manufacturing) (4)
WE PAY VU TUITION!!
Opportunities for Senior Year (cont.)
• Work Internship (15 students this year)
Physical Therapists
Williams Bros. Pharmacy
Legacy Learning Center (Antioch)
Eastside Vet Clinic
Dr. Jess Brower
Washington Times Herald
Divine Chiropractic
Little Bear Daycare
East Gate Nursing
United Insurance
Montgomery Medical Associates
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COLLEGE
What is ‘college’?
• 1 year certificate program
(i.e. Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Technology HVAC @ Ivy Tech)
• 2 year Associate’s Degree
(i.e. A.S. in Law Enforcement @ VU)
• 4 year Bachelor’s Degree
(i.e. Business Administration with a minor in Forensic Accounting @ ISU)
• Apprenticeship Program
(i.e. Electricians Apprenticeship Program in Evansville www.evvjatc.org)
What is ‘college’?
The term ‘college’ is used collectively to
mean any type of postsecondary training
beyond high school.
Importance of Higher
Education
Why go to college?
Economic Impact for an Individual
College Graduates
 Earn an extra $20,000 per year
 Earn more than $1 million more over their
lifetime
 Experience ½ the unemployment risk
 Are more likely to live longer, experience better
health, and to practice health-promoting
behaviors
‘We have a sense of urgency to dramatically raise
the education level of Hoosiers across our state.’
-Teresa Lubbers, Indiana Commissioner for Higher Education
Economic Impact for Indiana
• Indiana will need 877,737 additional college
degrees by 2025 to meet workforce needs.
• Indiana ranks 40th nationally in higher
education attainment and 41st in personal per
capita income.
U.S. Census Bureau, 2010
• Only 1/3 of Hoosier adults have more than a
high school diploma.
Food for Thought…
“A two-year degree or less can actually place a
student in a better position for employment and
potential earnings.
In 38 of Indiana’s 92 counties, those with a
recent associate degree earn more than those
with a recent bachelor’s degree.”
Dr. Mary Ostrye, senior vice president and provost, Ivy Tech Community College
College Admission Standards
Evaluation Criteria:
(may vary among universities)
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Grades: HS GPA, Core GPA, Class rank or percentile
Strength of curriculum (course selection)
Courses & grades related to major
Trends in achievement
SAT/ACT Test scores
Guidance counselor/Principal comments
Leadership experience (clubs, teams, work)
Essay
College Admission Requirements
• IU
8 semesters of English
7 semesters of Math
6 semesters of Social Sciences
6 semesters of Sciences
4 semesters of World Languages
3 or more credits of additional college-prep
coursework
www.iub.edu
College Admission Requirements (cont.)
• Purdue
8 semesters of English
8 semesters of Math
6 semesters of Science
6 semesters of Social Studies
4 semesters of Foreign Language
www.purdue.edu
College Admission Requirements (cont.)
• University of Southern Indiana
4 years of English
3-4 years of Math
3-4 years of Lab Science
3 years of Social Studies
*Indiana students must complete Core 40
www.usi.edu
Cost of Attendance in Indiana
for 2015-2016 academic year
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IU
Purdue
Ball State
ISU
USI
VU
• Ivy Tech
• UE
$21,412
$21,252
$18,433
$17,579
$17,000
$15,154
$6,554
$3,994
$44,186
Tuition/Fees, Room/Board, Books
Tuition/Fees, Room/Board, Books
Tuition/Fees & Room/Board
Tuition/Fees & Room/Board
Estimated cost for 2014-2015
Tuition/Fees, Room/Board, Books
VU Commuter Student
Tuition only (30 hours)
Typical annual cost for 2015-2016
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High Test Scores = Scholarship $
• USI David L. Rice Merit Scholarship
SAT
940-1010 1020-1120
1130-1200
1210-1320 1330+
ACT
20-21
22-24
25-26
27-29
30+
4.0+
$2500
$3000
$3500
$4000
$5000
3.9-3.999
$2000
$2500
$3000
$3500
$4000
3.7-3.89
$1500
$2000
$2500
$3000
$3500
3.6-3.69
$1000
$1500
$2000
$2500
$3000
3.4-3.59
$750
$1000
$1500
$2000
$2500
3.0-3.39
$500
$750
$1000
$1500
$2000
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High Test Scores = Scholarship $ (cont.)
IUPUI Chancellor’s Scholarship
Award: $8,000 per year for four years
School: IUPUI
Major:
Any
Criteria: Students who have applied for admission by Nov. 15th who have a 3.75
GPA and a minimum 1250 SAT or 28 ACT may be eligible for this
scholarship. *Not available for spring entry students.
Deadline: Must have complete application file to IUPUI by November 15th.
IUPUI Academic Excellence Scholarship
Award: $3,000 per year for four years
School: IUPUI
Major:
Any
Criteria: Students who have applied for admission by January 15th who have a 3.5
GPA and a minimum 1150 or higher on the SAT or 25 on the ACT may be
eligible for this scholarship.
Deadline: Must have complete application file to IUPUI by January 15th.
Scholarship Examples
Indiana State University Academic Excellence Scholarship
Award:
$4,000 per year
School:
Indiana State University, Terre Haute
Major:
Any
Criteria:
Students must be admitted to ISU by Dec. 1st and meet
two of the following three criteria: 3.75 GPA and/or
1200SAT/26ACT and/or top 10% of graduating class.
Deadline:
Students must be admitted to ISU by Dec. 1st
Vincennes University Academic/Technical Honors Diploma Scholarship
Award:
$1,250 per year for four semesters
School:
Vincennes University
Major:
Any
Criteria:
Must be a recipient of the Indiana Academic Honors or Technical
Honors diploma; Must fill out VU scholarship application
Deadline:
January 15th
Lilly Scholarship
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1 per county
Last year $15,000 awarded to alternates
Alternate awards range from $3,000-$5,000
Community service heavily considered
Points to Ponder….
• Admission Decision is made based upon freshman,
sophomore, and junior years of high school.
• VU requires one year of high school chemistry for
all Health Occupations majors
• Recommend students create resume and update
throughout high school; include extra-curricular
activities, honors, awards, leadership positions
held, employment, volunteer activities, community
involvement
Advice for High School
from your School Counselor…..
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Take college visits early!!
Research colleges & careers early
Enroll in challenging courses
Be involved in school activities
Read monthly newsletters
Serve your community
Take advantage of unique experiences
Stay organized
Keep track of activities, accomplishments, hours
Enjoy this time as a family
Advice for Parents
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Be involved
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Review and help your child select classes
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Explore colleges/careers together
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Talk with your son or daughter about your career and
education
Advice for Parents (cont.)
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Know your student’s grades, attendance, and discipline
record
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Check Harmony for parents frequently
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Know dates progress reports and report cards are issued
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Stay in touch with your child’s teachers
*Resources*
www.doe.in.gov
www.barr.k12.in.us
www.hoosierhot50.org
www.collegechoiceadvisor529.com
www.learnmoreindiana.org
www.scholars.in.gov
• Text Alerts - The Indiana Youth Institute will send you text reminders each
month with helpful tips, deadline reminders, and encouragement for
college & career planning. Text ‘Grad’ plus your high school graduation
year (i.e. grad2015, for example) to 69979. Visit www.triptocollege.org
• Complete College America – www.completecollege.org
• Indiana College Costs Estimator – can complete now to estimate costs @
www.indianacollegecosts.org
Questions?