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Course Scheduling 2017-2018 Tonights Agenda S Presentation regarding curriculum and course selection process at Cheltenham High School S Freshman Experience S Project Based Learning S Eastern Center for Arts and Technology S Opportunity to
Tonight’s Agenda
S Presentation regarding curriculum and
course selection process at Cheltenham High School
S Freshman Experience S Project Based Learning S Eastern Center for Arts and Technology S Opportunity to hear about course
questions and answers about courses
IMPORTANT DATES AND TIMELINE- CHS
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, 3, , 6: : Presentations made in English classes, lists of available courses and worksheet distributed
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12: Last day for on-line access
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March: Students meet individually with counselors to review and discuss course requests
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La Late May: Receive 2017-2018 roster
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Ju June 6: 6: Last day to request a change
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to pick electives
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Fe Feb 3, 7, 9: Presentations made in Social Studies classes
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Fe Feb 12: Teacher recommendations will be available in Powerschool
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Fe Feb 12: Last day for on-line access
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Fe Feb: Requests reviewed and questions addressed as needed
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La Late May: Receive 2017-2018 roster
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Ju June 6: Last day to request a change
http://cheltenham.org/CHSCourseGuide
CHS Graduation Requirements
Class of 2018
S 4 credits English S 1 credit PE S 3.5 credits Social Studies S 3 credits Math S 3 credits Science S .5 credits Health S Additional electives to earn a total
CHS Graduation Requirements
Class of 2019
S 4 credits English S 1 credit PE S 3.5 credits Social Studies S 3 credits Math S 3.5 credits Science (including Biology) S 1 additional credit Math OR Science S .5 credits Health S Additional electives to earn a total of 22.5 credits to
graduate.
S Keystone testing in Biology, Algebra, Literature
CHS Graduation Requirements
Class of 2020 and beyond
S 4 credits English S 1 credit PE S 3.5 credits Social Studies S 3 credits Math S 3.5 credits Science (including Biology) S 1 additional credit Math OR Science S 1 credit World Language S .5 credits Health S Additional electives to earn a total of 23 credits to
graduate.
S Keystone testing in Biology, Algebra, Literature
S All students are required to take a full, 7 period
roster!!
S All students will be scheduled for a lunch period. S Decisions should be made carefully. S Make sure prerequisites are met before choosing a
class.
S Balance courses with extra-curriculars.
SStart to think about an area of academic focus for your
course selection, school and community activities, summer plans, graduation project…leading to college major, and career possibilities.
SDiscuss with parents, teachers, guidance counselors,
and other students before selecting courses.
Honors Courses
What to expect with an honors level course
S Higher-order thinking skills S Accelerated pace. S Demanding workload that involves extensive reading,
writing, and problem-solving
S Honor level courses receive weighted credit.
What is an Advanced Placement level course?
S College level program designed to prepare students to
take AP exams at the conclusion of the course.
S College course requirements may be adjusted based
S Advanced Placement courses receive weighted credit. S Expect to do 45-60 minutes of work each night for an
AP course.
S We encourage all students to challenge themselves in
their coursework. If a student does not meet the course prerequisite and would like to take a Honors/AP course, please use the Against Educational Advice
CHS Curriculum Guide and is also in the Guidance Office.
S Required Courses (majors and minors) S English 9 S World Cultures S Math S Biology S PE (MINOR) S Electives (majors and minors)
Elective Majors meet every day for
the whole year. Examples:
Sp Spanish II Soc Sociol
Gr Graphic Arts I
Minors meet every other day throughout the entire year. Elective examples: Bu Busin iness 101 Et Ethics in Science TV TV Production
S Meets every other day S No credit earned S Consider workload S Consider daily schedule S Consider self-discipline & motivation
S Students log onto their PowerSchool account and
click on the “Class Registration”icon in the side tool bar.
S Fill out the screen, making sure to select the
appropriate selections.
S MUST select 5 alternates. S Click on “Submit”. S Course registration will be available until February 12
at midnight.
S Science Department: S Foundations of Engineering S Health and Physical Education Department: S Competitive Team Sports S Life-Long Sports S Healthy Living
To provide freshmen with the skills, strategies, network, and experiences needed to navigate the culture of high school life successfully. To support freshmen in meeting social, emotional, and academic success by focusing on and developing students’ personal goals.
available to them.
projects.
accomplish goals.
celebrations.
secondary levels.
and team.
engaging social and emotional lessons.
Peer Mentorship Program Junior and/or Senior Mentor Guest Speakers In-school and out-of-school field trips School Leaders
2017-18
S Multiple subjects are combined S Strong emphasis on skill development S Students have voice and choice S Teachers act as mentors S Students work as a team to achieve goals S The projects are the curriculum
LEARNING BY DOING
PBL Seminar/Bio Lab Honors Option https://www.cheltenham.org/pbl
Grade 9 PBL English Social Studies, Science PBL Seminar/Bio Lab Lunch PE/Elective Math Elective
3075 Terwood Road, Willow Grove 215-784-4806 ashields@eastech.org
Facts About EASTERN
ü EASTERN offers 14 career and technical programs for high school juniors and seniors (Allied Health is a one-year program for high school seniors) ü Programs include: Allied Health; Automotive Technology; Business and Technology Professional; Collision Repair Technology; Commercial Art; Computer Network Administration; Construction Technology; Cosmetology; Culinary Arts; Electrical Technology; Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning; Protective Services; Veterinary Science; and Welding Technology ü EASTERN is FREE! (Some programs have fees for supplies such as uniforms and tools) ü Transportation is provided by the school districts
Facts About EASTERN
ü AM Session – 7:45 to 10:30 a.m. PM Session – Noon to 2:45 p.m. ü EASTERN is owned by the nine School Districts in Eastern Montgomery County: Abington, Bryn Athyn, Cheltenham, Hatboro-Horsham, Jenkintown, Lower Moreland, Springfield, Upper Dublin, and Upper Moreland ü Students have the option to join SkillsUSA ü Cooperative Education - Many students also work on actual jobsites as part of their education, earning high school credits and money!
College Is More than Just an Option…
ü EASTERN students often complete their programs with college credits earned through agreements made with colleges and universities ü Two of EASTERN’s program are dually enrolled with Montgomery County Community College – Business and Technology Professional and Computer Network Administration (reduced tuition rate) ü Students receive licensure and certificates needed for a critical edge in many professions
November Student of the Month
Fred Fox Electrical Technology Cheltenham High School
Fred is a Schoolwide Officer for SkillsUSA, EASTERN’s student leadership organization. At Cheltenham High School, he was chosen as a Student of the Month in 2014. plans to join the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 98 Union after taking his entrance exam in April 2017. He is also going to enlist in the Army Reserves, and eventually
Come Visit Us!
üCheltenham students have the
EASTERN programs on Wednesday, February 22, 2017 from noon to 2 p.m. üBring the family to Open House! Sunday, March 5, 2017 from 1 – 3:30 p.m.
For More Information on
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Part 2 of the evening will address questions
§ Teachers & department coordinators from
each discipline, as well as representatives from Eastern, will be in the classrooms listed on your schedule.
§ School counselors will also be available to
answer your questions.
Families of current 9th-11th graders, please remain for World Language presentation. Families of current 8th graders, please begin following your schedule for Part 2 of the Curriculum Night. Thank you!