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Welcome Class of 2017!
Welcome Class of 2017!
High school & Registration information Session
Clarksville High SchoolFebruary 21, 2013
High school & Registration information Session
Clarksville High SchoolFebruary 21, 2013
Today’s AgendaToday’s AgendaIntroductions of school counselorsReview Graduation RequirementsReview Registration ProcessDiscuss Diploma Types, Attendance and
Class RankDiscuss requirements for National Honor
SocietyReview clubs, sports, and activitiesQuestions
Introductions of school counselorsReview Graduation RequirementsReview Registration ProcessDiscuss Diploma Types, Attendance and
Class RankDiscuss requirements for National Honor
SocietyReview clubs, sports, and activitiesQuestions
Wildcat CounselorsWildcat Counselors
Rob Franklin -- A-E
Angela Sackfield -- F-KTonya Sherman -- L-RSerena Kerr -- S-Z
Rob Franklin -- A-E
Angela Sackfield -- F-KTonya Sherman -- L-RSerena Kerr -- S-Z
Graduation RequirementsGraduation RequirementsCourses Credit
sMinimum Requirements
English 4 English I, II, III, IV
Math 4 Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and one other higher level math course beyond Algebra II
Science 3 Biology, Chemistry or Physics and a third science
Social Studies
3 World History, World Geography, or equivalent; US History; Economics and Government (3 years of JROTC can substitute for Government)
Lifetime Wellness
1 Or 2 years of JROTC
Physical Education
0.5 A student may substitute 66 hours of documented participation in a school-sponsored, after-school physical activity for this requirement or by completing 2 years of JROTC
Personal Finance
0.5 Or 3 years of JROTC
Additional RequirementsAdditional Requirements
these requirements are in place to meet all
college entrance requirements
these requirements are in place to meet all
college entrance requirements
Courses Credits Requirements
Foreign Language 2 2 years of the same language
Fine Arts 1 Visual Arts, Theatre Arts, Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, or additional Music Electives
Focused Electives 3 From CMCSS approved list
Graduation Requirement Substitutions
Graduation Requirement Substitutions
JROTC Course Substitutions
JROTC (2 years) for Wellness and 1/2 credit in PE
JROTC (3 years) for Government and Personal Finance
JROTC Course Substitutions
JROTC (2 years) for Wellness and 1/2 credit in PE
JROTC (3 years) for Government and Personal Finance
Approved Focused Elective Groups
Approved Focused Elective Groups
Career-Technical Education
3 credits in a state approved Program of Study (POS) – Will vary by high school
Science and Math
3 credits other than required (Ex. 8th Grade Alg I, PS)
Fine Arts 3 credits other than required
AP/Dual Enrollment
3 credits other than required
JROTC 3 credits other than used for core substitutions
Career-Technical Programs offered at CHS
Career-Technical Programs offered at CHS
Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources Plant Systems – Landscaping and Turf Science
Business Management & Administration Business Financial Management & Accounting
Finance Banking & Finance
Human Services Family & Community Services personal Care Services
Information Technology Interactive Multimedia
Manufacturing Precision Productions
Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources Plant Systems – Landscaping and Turf Science
Business Management & Administration Business Financial Management & Accounting
Finance Banking & Finance
Human Services Family & Community Services personal Care Services
Information Technology Interactive Multimedia
Manufacturing Precision Productions
Career-Technical Programs/Special Transfer
Request
Career-Technical Programs/Special Transfer
Request Students may choose to attend another
CMCSS high school if their program of study is not offered in their zoned school
To be eligible you must complete a Special Transfer Request found at Student Services at the CMCSS Board of Education
Students will be reassigned to the new school for the entire day
Students must provide their own transportation
Students may choose to attend another CMCSS high school if their program of study is not offered in their zoned school
To be eligible you must complete a Special Transfer Request found at Student Services at the CMCSS Board of Education
Students will be reassigned to the new school for the entire day
Students must provide their own transportation
CMCSS AcademiesCMCSS Academies
CHS – Wildcat Academy of Business and Finance
KHS – Stem Academy MCHS – Academy of Plant and
Animal Systems NEHS – Academy of Computer
Programming and Gaming…
CHS – Wildcat Academy of Business and Finance
KHS – Stem Academy MCHS – Academy of Plant and
Animal Systems NEHS – Academy of Computer
Programming and Gaming…
CMCSS Academies (continued…)
CMCSS Academies (continued…)
NWHS – Academy of Health Sciences
RHS – Academy of Media Communication and Information Technology
WCHS – Academy of Public Service and Leadership
NWHS – Academy of Health Sciences
RHS – Academy of Media Communication and Information Technology
WCHS – Academy of Public Service and Leadership
CHS Wildcat Academy of Business and Finance and All Other CMCSS Academy Info
Meetings…
CHS Wildcat Academy of Business and Finance and All Other CMCSS Academy Info
Meetings… Applications & Information Will Be
Available… March 4 - 6 to 7:30 PM at New Providence
Middle, Northeast Middle & West Creek Middle Schools
March 5 - 6 to 7:30 PM at Montgomery Central Middle School
March 6 – 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Rossview Middle School
March 7 - 6 to 7:30 PM at Kenwood Middle & Richview Middle Schools
March 12 – 6 PM at Central Office (If Needed)
Applications & Information Will Be Available…
March 4 - 6 to 7:30 PM at New Providence Middle, Northeast Middle & West Creek Middle Schools
March 5 - 6 to 7:30 PM at Montgomery Central Middle School
March 6 – 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Rossview Middle School
March 7 - 6 to 7:30 PM at Kenwood Middle & Richview Middle Schools
March 12 – 6 PM at Central Office (If Needed)
AttendanceAttendanceStudents must attend 90% of the school
days per semester in order to obtain credit for completion of coursework.
Students can have:A limited number of absences per
semester As many doctors, court, and
professional meeting notes as the student obtains…However…
Students must attend 90% of the school days per semester in order to obtain credit for completion of coursework.
Students can have:A limited number of absences per
semester As many doctors, court, and
professional meeting notes as the student obtains…However…
Attendance (continued)Attendance (continued)
Students are required to be in school every day (TCA-49-6-3001) and after a student misses 5 days UNEXCUSED they are considered truant and may be summoned to court for as few as 5 absences (TCA-49-6-3007). At 5 days the school sends a letter, after 7 days the CMCSS attendance office sends a letter from the BOE and also meets with the student
It's a Class C misdemeanor (educational neglect)
each day a child is absent (unexcused) could result in fines
Students are required to be in school every day (TCA-49-6-3001) and after a student misses 5 days UNEXCUSED they are considered truant and may be summoned to court for as few as 5 absences (TCA-49-6-3007). At 5 days the school sends a letter, after 7 days the CMCSS attendance office sends a letter from the BOE and also meets with the student
It's a Class C misdemeanor (educational neglect)
each day a child is absent (unexcused) could result in fines
Attendance (Continued)Attendance (Continued)
The 9 days per semester deals ONLY with promotion and retention in our county (It is not 9 free days out of school)
if a student misses 9 days or more per class per semester they could expect to receive NC for the class(es) (The grades do not have a bearing here, the state requires that kids be in school)
The 9 days per semester deals ONLY with promotion and retention in our county (It is not 9 free days out of school)
if a student misses 9 days or more per class per semester they could expect to receive NC for the class(es) (The grades do not have a bearing here, the state requires that kids be in school)
Attendance -- TardiesAttendance -- Tardies
Tardies turn into absences if a student is 10 or more minutes late to any class
Students have been summoned to court for excessive tardies and/or Absences
Tardies turn into absences if a student is 10 or more minutes late to any class
Students have been summoned to court for excessive tardies and/or Absences
AttendanceAttendanceAbsences due to extenuating circumstances may be reviewed by the Board Attendance Review Committee
Absences due to extenuating circumstances may be reviewed by the Board Attendance Review Committee
Diploma TypesDiploma TypesRegular Diploma
Awarded to students who: 1) earn the specified 22 units of
credit 2) have satisfactory records of
attendance 3) have satisfactory conduct records
Regular DiplomaAwarded to students who:
1) earn the specified 22 units of credit
2) have satisfactory records of attendance
3) have satisfactory conduct records
Diploma TypesDiploma TypesHonors
All requirements for a Regular Diploma must be fulfilled plus:
1) an 85% cumulative percent average2) no semester grade lower than a 75 3) must score at or above all of the subject area readiness benchmarks on the ACT or equivalent score on the SAT
HonorsAll requirements for a Regular Diploma must be fulfilled plus:
1) an 85% cumulative percent average2) no semester grade lower than a 75 3) must score at or above all of the subject area readiness benchmarks on the ACT or equivalent score on the SAT
Diploma TypesDiploma Types Highest Honors
All requirements for an Honors Diploma must be fulfilled plus:
1) a 90 cumulative percent average
2) no semester grade lower than a 75
3) Specific course selections as follows:
Highest HonorsAll requirements for an Honors Diploma must be fulfilled plus:
1) a 90 cumulative percent average
2) no semester grade lower than a 75
3) Specific course selections as follows:
Courses required for Highest Honor’s Diploma
Courses required for Highest Honor’s Diploma
Course Credits Description
AP 2 One must be from core (English, Math, Science, Social Studies)*A technical licensing course that meets honors criteria may substitute for a non-core (AP) course
Math 4 Alg I, Geometry, Algebra II & one higher level math beyond Algebra II
Science 3 Biology I & TWO from the following: Chemistry, Physics, Anatomy Physiology, AP Biology, AP Chemistry and AP Physics
Foreign Language
2 Two years of the same foreign language
English 4 Honor’s level or higher in 10th, 11th & 12th
ACT Readiness Benchmarks
…ACT Scores Range From 1 to 36…
ACT Readiness Benchmarks
…ACT Scores Range From 1 to 36…
Subject Test ACT
English 18
Math 22
Reading 21
Science 24
Graduating with DistinctionGraduating with DistinctionStudents earning diplomas will be
recognized as graduating with distinction by attaining an 85% cumulative average and completing at least one of the following:Earn a nationally recognized industry
certificationParticipate in at least one of the
Governor’s Schools (Summer of Sophomore or Junior Year…)
Participate in one of the state’s All State musical organizations
Students earning diplomas will be recognized as graduating with distinction by attaining an 85% cumulative average and completing at least one of the following:Earn a nationally recognized industry
certificationParticipate in at least one of the
Governor’s Schools (Summer of Sophomore or Junior Year…)
Participate in one of the state’s All State musical organizations
Graduating with Distinction (Continued)Graduating with Distinction (Continued)
Be selected as a National Merit Finalist or Semifinalist
Attain a score of 31 or higher composite score on the ACT
Attain a score of 3 or higher on at least two Advanced Placement exams
Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Earn 12 or more semester hours of transcripted postsecondary credit
Be selected as a National Merit Finalist or Semifinalist
Attain a score of 31 or higher composite score on the ACT
Attain a score of 3 or higher on at least two Advanced Placement exams
Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Earn 12 or more semester hours of transcripted postsecondary credit
Class RankingClass RankingRanking is based on the type of
diploma earned with highest honors ranked first, honors second, and regular ranked third…Then:
Class rank is based on the cumulative percent average Within each Diploma Type
Class ranking is determined only after the first semester of the student’s 12th grade year (the student’s 7th semester in high school)
Ranking is based on the type of diploma earned with highest honors ranked first, honors second, and regular ranked third…Then:
Class rank is based on the cumulative percent average Within each Diploma Type
Class ranking is determined only after the first semester of the student’s 12th grade year (the student’s 7th semester in high school)
Advanced Course Placement Requirements
Advanced Course Placement Requirements
6-Year Plan6-Year Plan
National Honor SocietyNational Honor Society
Leadership Chair of a Committee President, Vice Pres.,
Secretary positions Supervisor at work
Scholarship…See the National
Honor Society Website linked to the CHS website
Leadership Chair of a Committee President, Vice Pres.,
Secretary positions Supervisor at work
Scholarship…See the National
Honor Society Website linked to the CHS website
Service Member of a service club
(HOPE Club, Junior Civitan, Interact)
Actively participating in community service projects
Character Good discipline record
beginning freshman year including tardies, attendance, attitude, etc.
Teacher recommendations
Service Member of a service club
(HOPE Club, Junior Civitan, Interact)
Actively participating in community service projects
Character Good discipline record
beginning freshman year including tardies, attendance, attitude, etc.
Teacher recommendations
CHS Service ClubsCHS Service Clubs
Interact HopeJunior CivitanStudent to Student (S2S)
Interact HopeJunior CivitanStudent to Student (S2S)
School Related ClubsSchool Related Clubs
Student CouncilLiterary MagazineFellowship of Christian AthletesStudent Advisory CommitteeArt ClubDrama ClubCafé hispanoVOLUNTEER reading club
Student CouncilLiterary MagazineFellowship of Christian AthletesStudent Advisory CommitteeArt ClubDrama ClubCafé hispanoVOLUNTEER reading club
Subject Related Clubs Subject Related Clubs
Band and Guard JROTC Drill Team & Colorguard, Raider Team Future Farmers of AmericaFCCLAFuture Business Leaders of America International Thespian Society
Band and Guard JROTC Drill Team & Colorguard, Raider Team Future Farmers of AmericaFCCLAFuture Business Leaders of America International Thespian Society
Clubs ContinuedClubs Continued
Skills USA-CosmetologyNational Forensic leagueTri-MNewspaperYearbook StaffGamers’ clubAnime clubReading Club
Skills USA-CosmetologyNational Forensic leagueTri-MNewspaperYearbook StaffGamers’ clubAnime clubReading Club
Academic Competition Teams
Academic Competition Teams
Junior Classical LeagueMath TeamModel United NationsMock Trial TeamSpeech and Debate ClubBlack history bowlAssociated Student Body (ASB)
Junior Classical LeagueMath TeamModel United NationsMock Trial TeamSpeech and Debate ClubBlack history bowlAssociated Student Body (ASB)
CHS WebsiteCHS Website
For more information regarding clubs and activities please go to www.cmcss.net and click on Clarksville High, or the Parent/Student Info Link, located at the bottom of the home page
For more information regarding clubs and activities please go to www.cmcss.net and click on Clarksville High, or the Parent/Student Info Link, located at the bottom of the home page
Athletics Athletics FootballBaseballWrestlingBasketballSoccerTrack/Cross
Country
FootballBaseballWrestlingBasketballSoccerTrack/Cross
Country
VolleyballTennisSoftballGolfCheerleadingDance TeamWrestlerettes
VolleyballTennisSoftballGolfCheerleadingDance TeamWrestlerettes
NCAA InformationNCAA Information
Visit:http://www.eligibilitycenter.org For additional
information…
Visit:http://www.eligibilitycenter.org For additional
information…
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Visit: http://www2.cmcss.net/~CHS/guidan
ce/ScholarshipNewsletter .htm
Scholarship awards peak during the student’s senior year but are available across grade levels as well
Visit: http://www2.cmcss.net/~CHS/guidan
ce/ScholarshipNewsletter .htm
Scholarship awards peak during the student’s senior year but are available across grade levels as well
Registration InformationRegistration InformationWhere: Clarksville high school counseling dept.When: Appointments can be made by calling Ms. Carman at 648-5690 Ext 1075 from now until March 22nd
postcards were mailed as a reminder to call for an appointment
Where: Clarksville high school counseling dept.When: Appointments can be made by calling Ms. Carman at 648-5690 Ext 1075 from now until March 22nd
postcards were mailed as a reminder to call for an appointment
Closing RemarksClosing Remarks
Questions?Questions?
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