4 English
3 Math
minimum of Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II.
Must be enrolled in a math course all 4 years
3 Science
Integrated Science, Biology, Science Elective
3 Social Studies
Survey of Social Studies, World Civilizations, US History
1 Health/PE or NJROTC I
10 Electives –
4 should support the identified Career Pathway on a student ’ s ILP
One CTE introductory course which may also support Career Pathway
(Business Principles, Digital Literacy, FACS Essentials, Foundations of
Technology, Principles of Marketing, Principles of Agriculture Science and
Technology)
To be promoted to Grade 10:
Earn 3 total credits by the end of
Grade 9
1 of the 3 credits must be a required credit
Grade classification is made at the beginning of the school year only and will not be changed.
Summer School is NOT guaranteed – work to have a strong second semester!
Determined by the Kentucky High School
Athletic Association (KHSAA)
5 credits (minimum) must be earned by the first day of school of the Sophomore year
Weekly grade checks during season
Athletes with two (2) or more failing grades will be suspended for 1 week until grades can be shown as passing.
Meet PCHS minimum graduation requirements
Successfully complete 2 Years of same Foreign Language
3 or More Rigorous Electives – from CORE, fine arts, vocational/technical courses above the first year introductory level (does not include Health/PE)
With Honors – cumulative GPA of 3.5+
College & Career Ready
College Ready – meeting benchmark on the ACT
Career Ready – (1) passing a KOSSA or receiving an Industry Certificate & (2) passing WorkKeys or 50+ on ASVAB
Valedictorian, Salutatorian & Top 10:
Highest cumulative GPA
Completion of Pre-College Curriculum
Minimum ACT Composite of 24
Minimum of 4 AP and/or Early College Dual Credit courses which must include at least (1) course selected from 3 of 4 core areas
(English, Math, Science, Social Studies) + (1) additional AP and/or
Early College Dual Credit course of your choice.
Agricultural Power & Machinery Operations (Grade 11 & 12)
Agricultural Structures & Designs (Grade 11 & 12)
Wind Ensemble – audition required
Treble Choir – audition required
Chamber Choir – audition required (formerly Individual Technique-Vocal
Music)
Principles of Marketing
Foods & Nutrition with Advanced Foods & Nutrition
KY Studies
History & Film
Pre-AP English II
Pre-AP Biology (co-requisite: Honors Geometry/Honors Algebra II)
AP European History
‘ B ’ average or higher in pre-requisite course required
Be mindful of co-requisite course pairings
Identify Advanced Placement/Pre-AP course interest on the Pre-AP/AP Course
Application Form located on the back of your registration sheet. All students are strongly encouraged to take more rigorous courses. Applications will be reviewed by the respective departments.
Summer work required for Pre-AP English II and AP European History
KEES Awards: GPA bonus weight for AP coursework, $200 minimum bonus for F/R lunch students scoring 3 or higher on an AP Exam.
Request to drop PreAP/AP courses should be made by May 31 th .
Exploring – designation until you begin your 3 rd designated pathway course within a
Preparatory – successful completion of 2 credits & enrolled in your
3 rd credit within a designated pathway
Become eligible to take KOSSA test
Completer – successful completion of 4 credits in a designated pathway + high school diploma
NJROTC
Family Consumer Science
Early Childhood
Education
Culinary Arts
Engineering & Technology
Engineering & Technology
Design
Business & Marketing
Education
Accounting
Administrative Support
Business Management
Marketing
Agriculture
Agribusiness
Horticulture & Plant Science
Systems
Animal Science Systems
Agriculture Power, Structural
& Technical Systems (NEW!)
Identify your Career Pathway
Refer to Sophomore Curriculum Sheet
Select (3) Elective credits & (3) Alternate credits
Are there any Pre-Requisites or Co-Requisites?
Have I met the course requirements to take the course?
How many credits is the class worth? Must register for 7.
Full-year classes = 1 credit.
Note “ PAIRED ” semester classes that combine to equal one credit.
Write in English teacher & period
Print your name (first & last)
Write in your Career Pathway and/or Job Title of interest
Indicate Accelerated Options, Science Course and
Math Course
List Health/PE or NJROTC (if not taken this year) as first elective choice
Select (3) Electives & (3) Alternates (Connected to your Career Pathway):
Write course code #
Print course title
Indicate credit value
Must have 3 credits of elective & alternate courses
February 26th– Last day to change request for next year
Only students assigned to a course NOT on their request sheet will be eligible to request a schedule change at schedule pick-up or during first five days of school. Request does not assure a change can or will be made.
No Mid-Year or 2 nd semester schedule changes will be made unless initiated by the classroom teacher or recommended by an administrator as a placement change.
List electives & alternates in order of priority
Seven (7) full classes = full schedule
Alternates must be listed (3 credits)
Complete Pre-AP/AP application on back, if you selected a Pre-AP/AP class
Return completed registration forms to your English I teacher by
February 5 th .
Complete & return applications (as applicable to you) to the
Counseling Office by Friday, February 12th.
Do not list courses in jeopardy of failing – Counseling Office will verify credits at the close of the year
Get a parent/guardian signature (plus yours ) on the Registration Form &
Pre-AP/AP Application.
Talk about your choices with your family
Make changes to your draft if necessary
Turn in Registration Form to your English teacher by February 5 th
Insert schedule request in Infinite Campus via English classes Week of
February 8 th .
Update Course of Study in ILP when in the Lab for registration.