2015-2016

You need to take a

challenging course load.

Education and training beyond high school

The ability to use knowledge of math, English, science, civics to meet real-world challenges.

Critical thinking, problem solving, communication, collaboration, creativity, self-sufficiency.

New Jobs 2006-2016

Nearly 2/3 of new jobs will require postsecondary education or training

Education attained Unemployment rate in 2013

Median weekly earnings

Doctoral degree 2.2% $1623

Professional degree (Physician, Vet, Lawyer)

2.3% $1714

Master’s degree 3.4% $1329

Bachelor’s degree 4.0% $1108

Associate’s degree 5.4% $777

Some college, no degree

7.0% $727

High school diploma 7.5% $651

No high school diploma 11% $472Note: Data are for persons age 25 and over. Earnings are for full-time wage and salary workers.

Source: Current Population Survey, U.S. Department of Labor, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Education Really Pays

What is the pay difference between

high school grads

v/scollege grads?

College grads earn

$15,000 to $17,000 more per year

or after 40 years of work

$600,000 to $720,000

Earn college credits

Explore career interests

Build your resume

Earn certifications

Apprenticeships50 Hoosier Hot JobsMilitaryTrip to College (Indiana)Occupational Outlook HandbookIndiana Career ExplorerBig Future (CollegeBoard)Learn More Indiana: Career Ready

Diploma Requirements

If you take: You can match it with:Eng 11 US HistoryEng 11 H ACP US History AP Lang AP US History Ivy Tech US History Or you can choose seminar (if you like to work in groups)

AP US History with AP Language and Comp

If you are in: General recommendations:Algebra I Geometry (728)

Geometry Algebra II (710 or 711)

Algebra II (710) Probability & Statistics, College Algebra IT 136*

Algebra II (711) College Algebra IT136*, Pre Calculus, Finite Math*, Probability & Statistics Algebra II Pre Calc Acc

Algebra II H Pre Calc H, AP Statistics

Pre Calc CC Calc, AP Statistics

Pre Calc ACP Calc, AP Calc, AP Stats

How many years of math are required on the Core 40 & Technical Honors?

How many years for Academic Honors?

How many years do colleges prefer?

3

4

4

ICP Earth Space Science, Oceanography Advanced Environmental Science Astronomy, Chemistry, PLTW Principles of Biomedical Sciences, PLTW Medical Interventions

Chemistry Any of the above, Earth Space Science Honors, Physics, Chemistry II AP Env. Science, AP Chemistry, Anatomy, Advanced Life Sciences, Physics I H, ACP Biology

Chemistry H Any of the above, AP Biology, AP Physics 1-C (963 & concurrent in Calculus)

Note: Make sure you fulfill the prerequisites!

If a student has taken Biology & ICP, must she take Chemistry for Core 40 or Honors?

No. She can take any Core 40 science class for her 3rd year.

What diploma track do you need to get into a 2-year college?

What diploma track do you need to get into a 4-year college?

What are the GPA requirements for each diploma track?

Any diploma track.

Core 40, Academic Honors and/or Technical Honors.

Core 40: None* Honors: 3.0

Advanced Placement (AP) Advanced College Project (ACP) Ivy Tech Dual Credit Courses Elkhart Area Career Center (EACC) Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Graphic Design year 2-4 Penn Accelerated College Program (Mrs.

Ball) Several Agriculture courses

New Programs

Diesel Service Technology

Veterinary Assisting

Creative Landscaping

1 Year Programs for Juniors

CSI

Firefighting

Law Enforcement Open House

Sunday, Jan 25 1:30-3:30

Fine Arts AcademyEntertainment Design—1 semStudents will be using art to create a “product” that theoretically could be used in the creation of films, games, and commercials. Prereq: Drawing I/II or 2D Art or 3D Art.

Dance Choreography 3/4 versus Advanced Dance 1/2 (Audition required for Advanced Dance. No audition required for Dance Chor 3/4).

Viva Voce This advanced-level choir is a group of 24 auditioned singers that also must be enrolled in Concert Choir and/or Women’s Chorale.  This choir specializes in early/Renaissance music and contemporary music of living composers.

HHS AcademyTeen RX —1 sem Some topics included are healthy living, positive dealings with stress, current teen health issues, human sexuality, drug education, mental and emotional health, appropriate social issues, disease prevention, society influences, and today’s lifestyle information and cautions.  

Pharmacology for Medical Careers (online, out of pocket cost) Students will engage in an on-line curriculum that includes tutorials, coaching, testing, remediation and support, all in preparation to become a board certified Pharmaceutical technician after successful completion of the course. Cost $299

ACP Biology This college-level course emphasizes how biology has both personal and global implications in human lives.  It examines central themes of biology including biochemistry, genetics, evolution, ecology, and human physiology. 

Intro to American Law & SocietyAre you interested in a career in criminal justice, the legal field, or just want to be a more informed citizen?  This course explores the rights and obligations of citizenship, the historical development of our system of law, our court structure and procedure, as well as civil and criminal law.

STEM AcademyEngineering Design & Development a course that specializes in modern design and engineering processes with a focus on creative problem solving in developing, testing, communicating and presenting post-evaluation of products.  Students use the design process to analyze research, develop ideas, and produce products solutions. 

Architectural Design Areas of study include:  lettering, sketching, proper use of equipment, geometric constructions with emphasis on orthographic (multi-view) drawings that are dimensioned and noted to ANSI standards.

Welding Technology includes classroom and laboratory experiences that develop a variety of skills in oxy-fuel cutting and Shielded Metal Arc welding.  This course is designed for individuals who intend to make a career as a Welder, Technician, Sales, Designer, Researcher or Engineer. 

Any AcademyChinese 4

Fundamentals of EconomicsThis course taught through IPFW (E200) is an introductory economics course designed for non-business majors – a study of the basic institutions of a market economy and the role they play in defining and pursuing economic goals in the U.S. economy. Does count for required Econ credit.

ACP Classes (if want college credit)

Adv. Child Development AP Studio Art Building Trades Business Work Experience Computer Support Internship Elkhart Area Career Center Journalism/Broadcast Mass Media Kingsmen Tutor Internship Peer Leader Robotics Sports Journalism Student Assistants Sculpture III to VIII Yearbook

Fill out the HAC Worksheet & have it signed by your parent/guardian. Return to B1 class

by Friday, Jan 30.

Enter your course requests in HAC by Friday, January 30th.

Counselors will meet individually with students in February. Only with students that

enter requests in HAC.