bowling green high school welcome incoming 9 th graders! class of 2018
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WELCOMEWELCOME
Incoming 9Incoming 9th th
graders!graders!
Class of 2018Class of 2018
PRINCIPALS
Mr. King, Freshman Principal
Mrs. Shive, Assistant Principal Mr. Livers, Assistant Principal
Mr. Fields, Principal
COUNSELORS
Ms. Rowan, Department Head Mrs. Lawson
Mrs. Krisher Ms. Swiney
School Hours at BGHSExcel Period (Zero Period)
7:30 am to 8:20 am
Regular School Day
1st – 6th periods 8:30 am to 3:05 pm
Words you need to know…Credit---Official certification that a student has completed a
course. At BGHS, we have whole (1) credit courses and half (1/2) credit courses.
Semester---One of the two divisions of an academic year. 1st semester--the start of school to winter break (August – December).
2nd semester--after winter break until the end of the year (January – May)
Prerequisite—What is required before you can take a classTranscript---A student’s academic record. Core Courses—Academic courses recognized by the NCAA
ClearinghouseNo—We will not, and you will not
Math RequirementAll students are required to take a math course every year of high
school.
This can include:
Pre-Algebra Algebra I Accelerated Algebra I
Geometry Accelerated Geometry Geometry Pre-AP
Algebra II Accelerated Algebra II Algebra II Pre-AP
Algebra III Pre-Calculus Pre-Calculus Pre-AP
AP Calculus AP Statistics Math 116-WKU
AP Computer Science Foundations in Personal Finance
Diploma Choices
Merit Diploma22 credits minimum required
Comprehensive Diploma24 credits minimum required
Merit Diploma English English I, II, III, IV 4 credits
Science Any three science classes 3 credits to include: life science, physical science,
and earth/space science.
Math Alg. I, Geometry, Alg. II 3 credits
Social Studies World Civ., U. S. History, 3 credits Political Science
Health / P.E. ½ credit health, ½ credit P.E. 1 credit
Humanities History of Performing/Visual Art Embedded
Total REQUIRED Credits = 14Plus ELECTIVE Credits = 8 (minimum)TOTAL CREDITS= 22
Comprehensive Diploma English English I, II, III, IV 4 credits
Science Biology, Chemistry, Physics 3 credits Anatomy/Physiology or higher
Math Alg. I, Geometry, Alg. II 3 credits
Social Studies World Civ., U. S. History, 3 credits Political Science
Health / P.E. ½ credit health, ½ credit P.E. 1 credit
Humanities History of Performing/Visual Art Embedded
World Languages two classes from same language 2 credits
Total REQUIRED Credits = 16Plus ELECTIVE Credits = 8 (minimum)TOTAL CREDITS= 24
Pre-College Curriculum-PCC(classes that must be completed successfully in high school before
entering college)
English English I, II, III, IV 4 credits Math Alg. I, Geometry, Alg. II 3 credits Science Credits to include life 3 credits
science, physical science, and earth/space science (at
least one lab course). Social Studies From U. S. History, 3 credits
Economics, Government, World Geography, and World Civilization.
Health / P.E. ½ Health, ½ P.E. 1 credit History and Appreciation of Visual, Performing Arts 1 credit World Languages or demonstrate competency 2 credits Electives 5 credits
(3 must be rigorous)
(Recommended strongly: 1 or more courses that develop computer literacy.)
Total REQUIRED Credits = 17Plus ELECTIVE Credits = 5(minimum)TOTAL CREDITS= 22
Grade Point AverageClass Rank
A temporary GPA is figured at the end of each year and a final one is done during the senior year.
Rank in class is determined by the numerical grade point average.
The final averages of all courses are counted in figuring the numerical GPA.
The student receives a decimal GPA based on a 4.0 scale with the following values assigned
A=4 B=3 C=2 D=1 F=0
Sample Grades / GPASample Grades / GPA9TH Grade (End of Year on Transcript)
English I 86 3.0 1.0Algebra I 94 4.0 1.0Biology 82 3.0 1.0Spanish I 76 2.0 1.0Health 96 2.0 0.5PE I 98 2.0 0.5World Civ. 95 4.0 1.0
GPA 20 /6 = 3.33Numeric 88.33Class Rank 65/283
Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship (KEES)
Awarded to graduating seniors who will attend a Kentucky College, university or technical school. The amount received will be based on each year’s GPA and a one
time bonus for the ACT score.
GPA AMOUNT GPA
AMOUNT
2.50 $125.00 3.30 325.00 2.60 150.00 3.40 350.00 2.70 175.00 3.50 375.00 2.75 187.50 3.60
400.00 2.80 200.00 3.70
425.00 2.90 225.00 3.75 437.50 3.00 250.00 3.80
450.00 3.10 275.00 3.90
475.00 3.20 300.00 4.00 500.00 3.25 312.50
ACT AMOUNT 15 $36 16 71 17 107 18 143 19 179 20 214 21 250 22 286 23 321 24 357 25 393 26 428 27 464 28 and above 500
Student Athlete Student Athlete
English 4 years
Math 3 yearsAlgebra I or
higher level
Social Studies 2 yearsWorld CivilizationU.S. History
Science 2 yearsBiology w/ labChemistry
Electives 4 yearsAdditional Courses from above or Foreign Language or Computer Science
Minimum core-course GPA of 2.30 required
Ten of the 16 core courses must be completed before your senior year.
Seven of the 10 core courses must be English, Math or Science.
1 extra year of English, Math, Natural of Physical Science
16 Core Courses 16 Core Courses
Required Classes For Your FRESHMAN YEAR
English I English I Pre-AP
Pre-Algebra Accelerated Algebra I
Algebra I Algebra I -Honors Geometry Geometry Pre-AP Accelerated Geometry
Algebra II Algebra II Pre-AP Accelerated Algebra II
Biology Biology Pre-AP
World Civilization AP World History
Health & P.E.
Possible Elective Courses for your FRESHMAN YEAR
Journalism: Beginning ReportingSpeech Communications I & IISpanish I, French I, German I, Arabic IBasic Design & DrawingAdvanced Studio (Acceleration)Band: High SchoolChoral Music: Mixed ChoirInstrumental Music: String Orchestra (only during Excel Period)
Electives Continued…RelationshipsFashion/Interior Design I & IIFoods & NutritionRelationshipsChild & Human Development I
Introduction to Construction CarpentryAutomotive Maintenance and Light RepairIntroduction to Health Science
OccupationsIntroduction to MultimediaDigital Imaging
We have MORE Electives…
JROTCSTLPLaw & Justice
Business EconomicsBusiness Principles & ApplicationsComputer & Tech Applications I & IIEntrepreneurshipFinancial LiteracyPrinciples of MarketingSports Entertainment Marketing
Agreement For
Pre-Advanced and Advanced Placement Classes
I understand that I have enrolled in a Pre-Advanced or Advanced Placement class or classes, and they are taught at a college level with college level expectations. I understand that this or these classes will require time and effort on my part as I endeavor to learn new skills and new content. I understand my responsibilities as a student in the Advanced Placement curriculum, and I commit to doing the work required.
English I PAP Biology PAP Geometry PAP AP World History AP French
English II PAP Chemistry PAP Algebra II PAP AP US History AP German
AP Eng Lit. Physics PAP Pre-Calculus PAP AP Government AP Spanish
AP Eng Lang. AP Chemistry AP Calculus AB AP Comparative
AP Physics AP Calculus BC AP Human Geography
AP Music AP Biology AP Computer Sci. AP European History
AP Environmental AP Statistics AP Psychology
By signing this agreement, I agree that I have carefully considered all requirements for the Advanced Placement class and have made an informed decision.
I understand that I CAN NOT transfer to a non-Pre-AP/AP class without losing my credit for the year and adversely affecting my GPA. I understand that I will have to take a non-Pre-AP/AP class during the next school year.
_____________________________________________ _______________________________ Printed Student Name Grade _____________________________________________ _______________________________ Student Signature Date
As a parent/guardian of the above mentioned student, I understand that my child has enrolled in a Pre-Advanced or Advanced Placement class or classes, and this is a year long commitment. I understand by signing this agreement, I agree that we have carefully considered all requirements for the Advanced Placement class or classes and we have made an informed decision.
I understand that my child CAN NOT transfer to a non-Pre-AP/AP class without losing my credit for the year and adversely affecting his/her GPA. I understand that my child will have to take a non- Pre-AP/AP class during the next school year.
___________________________________ _________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature Date ____________________________________________ ________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature Date
Bowling Green High School Curriculum Planner
Period Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade10 Grade 11 Grade 12
0 (Excel)
1st English I English II English III English IV
2nd World Civ. U.S. HistoryPolitical Science
3rd(Algebra I)
(Geometry)Math Math Math
Math Elec.Required
4th Science Science Science
5th Health/ P.E.
6th Spanish ISpanish II or
Another Language
World Languages
6. SELECT REQUEST THIS COURSE If this is the elective which you want to take--if you are taking the regular 6 period day, you will need only one (1) elective
For Alternates –go back to course search and enter a course name
7. Select Request as Alternate—(you need to select an alternate for every elective class YOU enter
8. Select Request as Alternate—if you are planning on taking a 7 period day—EXCEL. The excel class cannot be added to the required courses. This will be adjusted on registration day.
1. Go to bgreen.kyschools.usUnder the school tab, select the high school
2. Select the Guidance link and then General information
3. On the left hand side, all the documents can be acquired
A Glance at what will happen on March 5 or
March 6*…Meet with one of the high school counselors and
register for your 9th grade classesAttend information sessions and tour the buildingPrior to the meeting you and your
parent/guardian should have registered for your classes on line*St. Joseph’s students will be here on March
6
Questions
Ms. Rowan, Director of Guidance, [email protected]. Lawson, [email protected]. Swiney, [email protected]. Krisher, [email protected]