GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

English – 4 credits Math – 4 credits Science – 3 credits Social Studies – 3 credits Health - .5 credit PE - .5 credit Humanities – 1 credit Electives 6 credits Total – 22 credits to graduate

Pre-College Curriculum Graduation Requirements:

English – 4 credits Math – 4 credits Science – 3 credits Social Studies – 3 credits Health - .5 credit PE - .5 credit Humanities – 1 credit World Language – 2 consecutive credits Electives 4 credits Total – 22 credits to graduate

Administrators/Counselors Mr. Thomas – Senior principal Mr. Muntz – Junior principal Mrs. Dedic – Sophomore Principal Mrs. Barnes – Freshman Principal Mrs. Thompson – A-F Counselor Mrs. Palmer – G-O Counselor Ms. Farmer – P-Z Counselor Ms. Shelton – Freshmen Counselor

Advanced Placement Courses offered at MCHS

English Language English Literature Cost of AP exam: Spanish Language $87 French Language Latin – Vergil Calculus Physics Biology Chemistry World History World Geography US History Music Theory

The Benefits of AP classes: Weighted GPA Possible College Credit Distinguished course of study Looks good on college applications!!

EKU NOW! EKU Now! is the dual credit program offered

through EKU and Madison Central. EKU Now allows students to earn college

credit while simultaneously earning credits towards graduation from MCHS.

These credits are transferable to most colleges/universities in Kentucky.

A student may take 2 courses per semester. Many courses are offered through EKU

NOW! and more are being added each year.

EKU NOW! Requirements: Must be a junior or senior Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 Meet minimum ACT score requirements: 18 in English, 19 in Mathematics, 20 in

Reading and a composite ACT score of 21

The cost of EKU Now! is $60 per credit hour ($180 for a 3 credit hour course) Also students must purchase textbooks/supplies and a parking permit if needed.

RESIDUAL ACT Students may take the residual ACT at EKU for

$35.00 by calling the testing office at 622-1281, but remember that the score can only be used for EKU and may not be sent to other colleges.

There will be an ACT PREP COURSE at MCHS on Saturday, October 15, and again on Saturday, march 3 in the lecture hall. Cost is $79.00 and it begins at 9:00a.m until 3:00p.m. There is a lunch break @11:30 and students may leave during this time. Go to www.zaps.com to register. Payment by credit card or check.

ACT information The ACT is given at Madison Central or at EKU

on each national test date. The upcoming test dates are: Test Day: Registration Deadline: September 10, 2011 August 12, 2011 October 22, 2011 September 16, 2011 December 10, 2011 November 4, 2011 February 11, 2012 January 13, 2012 April 14, 2012 March 9, 2012 June 9, 2012 May 4, 2012

The cost of the ACT is $34 – counselors do have fee waiver forms available.

Juniors’ State ACT Testing All juniors will be given the ACT

for free of charge at MCHS on March 6th.

This is a mandated state test for Kentucky.

ACT Benchmarks The benchmarks set forth by ACT are as follows: English – 18 Reading – 21 Mathematics – 22 Science – 24

Students who meet these benchmarks show that they are on track for college readiness. Also, if these benchmarks are met, students will avoid having to take remedial courses in college.

NCAA CLEARINGHOUSE Athletes should register with the

Clearinghouse early in the fallor spring of their JUNIOR year. NCAA now wants athletes to register on line at www.eligibilitycenter.org

KEES MONEY Kentucky students attending a certified

high school can earn scholarship money based on their grade point averages (GPA) for each year of high school and bonus money based on the highest ACT score achieved before graduating from high school. Students who receive free/reduced lunch may also earn KEES money by taking Advanced Placement exams

KEES MONEY Is my KEES award renewable? Yes, your KEES money is

renewable. However, you must be registered full time and meet the GPA requirements in order to renew your full KEES award. If you are registered for less than six hours or have below a 2.5 cumulative GPA, you will not be eligible to continue receiving your KEES award. For more information regarding KEES go to www.kheaa.com.

When will I receive my KEES award? Your KEES award will be credited to your school account approximately one month after classes begin. Your KEES money will be disbursed two times per year (fall and spring). If you do not have an outstanding balance, a refund will be issued to you.

10. Can my KEES award be increased after I graduate from high school? No, your KEES award cannot be increased after you complete high school. The amount of the award is based on your highest ACT score and your high school grade point average at the time you graduate

Governor’s Scholars Program

Students interested in the Governor’s Scholars Program MUST take the PSAT on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 of their junior year to qualify for the program. Scores from the PSAT will be used to determine eligibility and student selection for the GSP Program. The GSP will also take ACT scores, but PSAT scores are preferred. ACT registration packets are available in counseling office or register online at www.actstudent.org Fee waivers are available to students who are on free/reduced lunch. Maximum of 2 fee waivers total.

INFINITE CAMPUS PARENT PORTAL

Parent may access your grades, attendance, behavior etc on line through the Parent Portal of Infinite Campus. Parents need to bring picture id and see Candy Forman for information on how to do this.