Post on 06-Oct-2020
Academic Opportunities at
Clover High School
Tonight’s Agenda
• For Students and ParentsOpportunities
• Graduation Requirements
• College Entrance RequirementsReview
• Academic Levels - Computer Courses
• Elective Courses/ Majors - i-schoolHigh School Academics
• 1. Advanced Placement 2. Dual Enrollment 3. Middle College
• 4. Impact on Life and Palmetto Fellows
College Credit Opportunities
• IGP Conference Preparation
• Relationships and Responsibilities
Scheduling Timeline
Opportunities for Parents and
Students each year
High School Curriculum
What classes should I take?
Graduation Requirements?
College Requirements?
Classroom Presentations
Personality/ Career
College
Which college will fit my
needs?
What careers will fit my
needs?
College Fair
College Application Day
Career Fair
College Cafes College Visits
Finances
What are some options to pay
for college?
FAFSA,Commission on High Education, Scholarships on
Family Connection
Individual Conferences
Let’s pull all of this information
together!
Individual goals
Grades
Assessments
High school courses
Naviance
Counselors
9th Grade – Evan Feemster
10-12 gradeA-Br – Jennifer ForrestBu-E - Justin Willyoung F-Ka – Quentin McGillKe-Ni – LarishaYoungNo-Se – Missy Jones Sh – Z – Rhonda Morris
REVIEW
Graduation and College Entrance Requirements
Minimal Course Requirements High School Graduation and Two Year College Four Year College
English 4 units 4 units
Math 4 units 4 units (Algebra 1, 2, Geometry,
Higher Level)
Science 3 units 3 units (3 Lab Science in two
different fields)
Social Studies 3 units (1 US History,
.5 Government, .5 Economics)
3 units (1 US History,
.5 Government, .5 Economics)
Computer Science 1 unit 1 unit
PE or ROTC 1 unit 1 unit
Health .5 unit .5 unit
World Language 1 unit of W. Language OR
1 unit of a CATE class
2 or 3 units
CATE None required
Fine Arts None required 1 unit for SC Public Colleges
Electives Minimum of 24 total units Minimum of 24 total units
Students will
receive this form
in homeroom.
Complete this
form, in pencil,
and bring to your
conference. This
will assist during
your planning for
graduation and
college.
HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMICS
Core Academics – five areas
Majors – elective coursework leading to a major
Academics Levels
1. CP (College Preparatory) – prepares
students for entry in the workforce, a 2
year college or a 4 year college
2. Honors – More in-depth study of a
subject, prepares students for a four
year college
3. College Level Work – AP and DE
Levels determined by grade earned in
previous course and goals for the future
Computer Courses
Business Courses
*Desktop Publishing
*Integrated Business Application 1 and 2
*Multimedia
*Web Page Design 1and 2
Information Technology Courses
*Computer Programming 1 (C++) *Computer Programming 2 (Java)
*Digital Animation
*Image Editing with Photoshop
*AP Computer Science
Other Types
*Introduction to Engineering
*Mechanical Drawing 1 and 2
i-school
APEX
Offered through CHS
CHS teacher is on record
Fee: $75 initial credit
Registration Timeline: Semester 1 and Semester 2
Summer School: Credit recovery and some initial credit
Virtual SC
Offered through SC Department of Education
Teacher is somewhere in SC
Fee: Free
Registration Timeline: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer
Registration is announced
Both follow the same drop/ grading policy as a regular class
Electives: Courses and MajorsElectives are organized by majors. Tips to keep in mind:
1. Students can choose from a certain number of electives. A few count towards graduation requirements (PE, health, computer science). Others are based on interest (art, agricultural, engineering)
2. College major is different than high school major. They do not have to match!
3. You can choose a major to try something new in high school OR take a major to help prepare for a career.
Automotive Tech ITT Technical Institute or York Tech
Automotive Tech USC to major in Business Management
4. The choice of a major does not impact graduation.
SC Diploma requirements are standardized.
Programs of Study Arts and Humanities School of Business
Management & Information Systems
School of Math, Science, Engineering & Industrial Technologies
School of Health & Human Services
Arts, A/V Technology and Communication
Cluster• Media Technology• Journalism • Liberal Arts• Performing Arts• Visual Arts• World Language• Humanities
Education Cluster• Early Childhood• Secondary Education
Business Management & Administration Cluster
• Business Information • General Management
Finance Cluster• Accounting
Hospitality & Tourism Cluster• Culinary Arts• Hospitality Management
Information Technology Cluster
• Programming & Software • Web and Digital
Communications
Marketing, Sales, & Service Cluster
•Marketing Communication
Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources
Cluster• Plant & Animals
Architecture & Construction Cluster
• Architectural andConstruction
Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics
Cluster• Automotive Tech
Science Technology, Engineering, &
Mathematics Cluster• Mathematics• Pre-engineering &
Technology• Science• Advance Manufacturing• Welding
Government• National Security
Health Science Cluster• Health & Personal
Fitness• Nursing & Pre-
medicine• Sports Medicine
Human Services Cluster• Family & Community
Services
Apprenticeship 2000
Apprenticeship Charlotte:
Siemens Charlotte
Groninger USA
Bosch
Other opportunities:Engine Power Source-
www.enginepowersource.com
COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES
AP, Dual Enrollment, Middle College Programs, Professional Credentials
College Credit Opportunities
Advanced Placement Dual Enrollment
Students are only high
school students
Grades on reported on the
high school transcript only
College may allow students
to “skip” a college level
class if the grade on the
exam is strong
National exam – graded on
a scale of 1 - 5
Students are both high
school and college students
Grade is reflected on high
school transcript and
college transcript
Students earn college credit
based on the grade in the
course
Advanced Placement
Year long classes taught by CHS teachers. Score on final national exam may earn college credit. Course and exam are free.
Course offerings are subject to student enrollment. Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Physics (A/B), English Language, English Literature, Human Geography, American History, Calculus, Statistics, Art, Music Theory (1.0), Spanish, French
Dual Enrollment (USC-L, Winthrop University,
York Technical College)
Classes taught on our campus by our teachers who also serve as adjunct faculty
Students are enrolled in high school and college
College credit based on the grade earned in class
Cost: Varies by college
Courses change each year and include:
USC-L - English 101 and 102, Economics, Anatomy 2
Winthrop - Teacher Cadets
York Tech - Early Childhood Education 2, Clinical Studies
AP and USC L combined classes
English Literature with English 101
English Language with English 102
American History with History 201 and
202
Application procedure USC-L We will give specific instructions in IGPs
Overview:
◦ Students must apply to USC
◦ Students must complete SC Residency Form
Cost:
◦ $285 per course
◦ If students qualify for LTA, tuition is paid by the state of SC
◦ LTA = SC Resident for 18 months, 2 courses in the same semester
Middle College
Middle College has two avenues:1. College Transfer 2. Welding
Partnership with York Technical College
Open to 11th and 12th graders
Spend one, two or three semesters York Tech Campus
Students can earn up to 30 hours of college credit
Transportation, books and tuition are all provided by the Clover School District
Students must make a minimum score on the COMPASS, 2.8 GPA, and apply for acceptance
State of South Carolina Scholarships
Students qualify upon gradation from high
school
Students must continue to qualify each
year while in college
Life Scholarship Students must be a resident of SC and attend college in SC
Two Year College
Students must graduate with a 3.0 SC UGS GPA
Scholarship covers the cost of tuition plus $300 for books for two years
Four Year College
2 out of 3 of the following criteria:
3.0 GPA, 1100 SAT/24 ACT, Top 30% of the class
$4,700 per year plus $300 for books
$2500 Math/Science enhancement for 2nd, 3rd, 4th year
Must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA each year to maintain scholarship which includes ALL college classes taken.
Palmetto Fellows Scholarship
Students must be a resident of SC and attend a four year college in SC
Criteria (must meet all 3)
SAT (CR +M) 1200 or ACT 27
3.5 GPA at the end of 11th or 12th grade
Ranking in the top 6% at the end of 10th, 11th or 12th grade
OR
SAT (CR+M) 1400 or ACT 32
GPA of a 4.0
$6,700 for freshmen, $7,500 sophomore, junior, senior year
$2500 Math/Science enhancement for 2nd, 3rd, 4th year
Must maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA each year to maintain scholarship which includes college classes taken on four year campus only.
College Credits and Scholarships
How might college credits affect
scholarships?
SCHEDULING TIMELINE
Gather Information
• January 27st Parent Meeting
• January 29th Student’s Receive course guide instructions and transcript in homeroom
• Read through the information
Discuss Options
• Schedule your appointment through SIGN-UP GENIUS
• IGPs - Meet with your counselor (Feb. 3 – April 24)
• Pre-register for courses
Finalize
• Final Schedule at Summer Registration
• June: Course requests may be changed based on grades
Scheduling Timeline
Parents – What now?
Think through the pathways to graduation
Sign up for an appointment using SignUpGenius
Attend the IGP conference
Document! Your child will need a resume in a couple of years
Learn Naviance
Encourage your child to work hard and enjoy high school
Thank you!
This evening in the lobby–
We have representatives from
USC Lancaster
York Technical College and the Middle College Program
and Your Clover High School Counselors!
- in the lobby to answer any questions
CHS Counseling Center: 810-8211
We look forward to meeting with you and your child in your IGP conference!