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Page 1: High School Registration Book - GCS Online - Guilford County

GUILFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS

HIGH SCHOOL REGISTRATION2011/12

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GENERAL INFORMATIONLetter from the Superintendent ........................................4Introduction ......................................................................5Steps for Completing the Registration Process ...............5Planning for High School Registration .............................5Course Requirements2012.................................................................................62013 and Beyond ............................................................7Graduation Requirements ...............................................8NC Scholars Program......................................................8Preparing for College.......................................................9COURSE INFORMATIONCourse Credits...............................................................10Course Loads ................................................................10Course Withdrawal Penalty ...........................................10Grading Scale ................................................................10Grading Periods/Interims/Report Cards ........................10AP Course Credit ...........................................................10Promotion Requirements ...............................................10Attendance ....................................................................10Transfer Credit ...............................................................11Transferring Between High Schools ..............................11Early Graduation............................................................11OTHER INFORMATIONEnrollment in Off Campus Courses ...............................12Distance Learning..........................................................12Learn and Earn ..............................................................12Honors/AP .....................................................................12Advanced Placement Testing .................................. 12-13Advanced Placement Program ......................................13Recognition of Honor Graduates ...................................13Communities in Schools ................................................13Non-Credit Driver Education..........................................13Home/Hospital Services ................................................13cfnc.org ..........................................................................13Futures for Kids .............................................................13EXTRACURRICULARRequirements for Athletic Participation..........................14College Bound Student Athlete......................................14NCAA Eligibility Center ..................................................14TESTINGEOC Testing ..................................................................15Writing Assessment .......................................................15PSAT .............................................................................16SAT ................................................................................16ACT ...............................................................................17CTE EOC .......................................................................17HIGH SCHOOL OPTIONSHigh School Options Chart ............................................18High School Options ................................................ 18-24Career Academies .........................................................25GCS Saturn Program ....................................................25High School Ahead Academy ........................................25Twilight School...............................................................25Career & Technical Education/College Tech Prep ... 26-27College Tech Prep Pathways ................................... 28-33College Tech Prep Career Clusters ......................... 34-42Arts Education Concentration .................................. 43-46COURSE DESCRIPTIONSArts Education ......................................................... 47-53Career & Technical Education ................................. 54-69English/ Language Arts............................................ 70-72English as a Second Language .....................................73Exceptional Children................................................ 74-78Health & Physical Education .........................................79Mathematics ............................................................ 80-84Media/Communications .................................................85Military Science ....................................................... 86-87Science .................................................................... 88-92Social Studies .......................................................... 89-92World Languages .................................................. 97-100Miscellaneous ..............................................................101Community College Articulation Agreement ........ 102-103Planning for College ............................................ 104-105POLICIESAttendance Policy ................................................ 106-108Grading Scale ..............................................................108Withdrawal from an EOC Course ................................108High School Course Planning Worksheet ...................109Careers Pathways Worksheet .....................................110Index ............................................................................ 111

Table of Contents Ge

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Dear Students,

We are now in a 21st-century world where competition for jobs and academic opportunities is at its highest, but at Guilford County Schools, we are dedicated to help you succeed. Our varied high school course offerings can help expand your skill sets and provide you with specialized abilities that can set you apart from the crowd. However, it will also take your own dedication to your education and future.

From science to mathematics, business to technology and arts to college tech prep, I am confi dent that you will fi nd course offerings that pique your interest and prepare you for your future beyond GCS. Please talk to your parents, counselors and teachers about your courses to make sure you are on the best educational track for you.

In this ever-changing world, I encourage you to take advantage of the district’s unique aca-demic opportunities, and challenge yourself to rigorous coursework. I am confi dent that you will continue to have a successful education in GCS. Sincerely,

Maurice “Mo” GreenSuperintendent

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Welcome to the spring registration process for the 2011-2012 school year.

Guilford County Schools’ Student Registration Bulletin contains information needed to register and is designed to help you and your parents or guardians make the best choices for your high school education. You’ll fi nd many exciting options for you as a high school student in this book. Read through it carefully.

It will be especially important for you to talk with your counselors, parents and teachers concerning your course selections. Choices that you make in high school affect your options for study and career after your time in high school has ended, so please give serious consideration to your course choices. In order to earn a high school diploma you must meet all course, credit and test requirements of at least one course of study. These courses of study are designed by the state to prepare students for a multitude of post-high school opportunities from entry-level careers to highly technical studies at community colleges, colleges and universities. You are encouraged to follow the most challenging diploma pathway in which you can be successful.

REGISTRATION IS A COMMITMENT to take the courses you have selected. Remember, when you complete your registration sheet you are requesting a specifi c course, NOT specifi c teacher, time or place. Every effort will be made to grant requests by linking you with schools which will offer special courses within guidelines to be established by the school board. You may choose the courses you would like to take in the next school year; however, your schedule may change pending fi nal grades in the courses you are currently taking and your End-of-Grade (EOG) or End-of-Course (EOC) scores.

Steps for Completing the Registration Process• Study the General Information section of this registration

book. Know the requirements for the diploma pathway(s) you intend to pursue.

• Read the course descriptions of both required courses and electives in which you are interested, and make sure you meet the prerequisite requirements.

• Use the High School Plan developed by you and your counselor to select the courses you want to take.

• Talk with your school counselors and teachers for help in determining the courses you need. School staff members will make recommendations to you by using several criteria such as your previous performance, test scores and the AP Potential results based on your PSAT information.

• Meet with your counselor to make your course selections on your registration form.

• Have your parent or guardian double check your selec-tions to make sure you have registered for the courses you need.

• Return the registration sheet to the school after you and your parent or guardian have signed it.

The information provided in this book is current at the time of printing. It is recommended that you work closely with your school counselor during the registration period to be aware of any changes.

Planning for High School RegistrationSelecting Requires PlanningThe electives you choose should be selected based on your career and educational plans. Electives related to your planned college or community college course of study may be helpful to you later. You may also decide to choose electives based on an area of interest. If you plan to seek employment immediately after graduation, select elective courses that may better prepare you to enter the workforce.

IMPORTANT...Registration is the student’s opportunity to request appropriate courses. All courses may not be available at the student’s home school. Every effort will be made to grant requests by linking students with schools offering those courses. Alternates should be chosen very carefully and will be considered part of the student’s fi nal selection of courses.

General Information

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Graduation Requirements

North Carolina Graduation ProjectThis performance-based assessment provides students with a vehicle to demonstrate what they know and are able to do as they prepare to graduate from high school. It also provides students the opportunity to connect what they have learned throughout their school career, the skills they have acquired and work habits to real-world situations and issues. Students have the opportunity to showcase the skills and knowledge that they have been building their entire school career. North Carolina Graduation Project ComponentsThe North Carolina Graduation Project consists of four components:• A paper demonstrating research and writing skills• A product created through the use of knowledge and skills

to accomplish a goal• A portfolio, a learning record of the student’s process and progress through all the steps of the graduation project • An oral presentation during which the student will present information on the chosen topic to a review panel.

The Graduation Project grade will count as the fi nal exam grade in English 12, AP English 12 or IB English 12. Future-Ready CoreBeginning with the 2009-2010 ninth grade class, all students will be expected to meet the requirements outlined under the Future-Ready Core Course of Study. Under the six total elective units required for graduation, it is strongly recommended that four elective credits be taken from one of the following areas of focus: Career and Technical Education, JROTC, Arts Education, World Languages or any other subject area (e.g. mathematics, science, social studies, English). The remaining two electives must be any combination from Career and Technical Education, Arts Education or World Languages. By taking elective credits in a concentrated area, students can tailor their course concentrations to fi t their interests and goals while building a strong academic foundation. For some students with learning disabilities, the Occupational Course of Study will remain an option. These students should have the Occupational Course of Study identifi ed in their Individualized Education Program.

NC Academic Scholars Program Units / Program Area GPA Unweighted - 3.5 Overall Requirement

• English - 4 Units - English 9, English 10, English 11 and English 12• Mathematics - 4 Units Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and a higher level math course with Algebra II as a prerequisite, OR Integrated Math I,II, III and a higher level math course with Integrated Math III as prerequisite• Science - 3 Units Biology, Chemistry or Physics, and an Earth/ Environmental Science course• Social Studies - 3 Units Civics and Economics, World History, US History• Foreign Languages - 2 Units - Recommended at least two course units in one foreign language with one course unit taken in 12th grade.• Healthful Living - 1 Unit• Career and Technical Education - 1 Unit• Arts Education - 1 Unit Dance, Music, Theatre Arts or Visual Arts 5 Electives Two second-level or advanced level courses required 24 TOTAL Units (+ Local Requirements)

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The UNC System Admissions RequirementsTo enroll in any of the 16 universities listed below which make up the University of North Carolina, undergraduate students must meet the minimum requirements outlined in the following chart:

Course Requirements

• English - 4 Units English 9, English 10, English 11, English 12• Mathematics - 4 Units Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and 1 additional unit beyond Algebra II• Science - 3 Units A physical science course A life or biological course At least one laboratory course• Social Studies - 2 Units US History One additional course• Foreign Language - 2 Units Recommended at least two course units in one foreign language

with one course unit taken in 12th grade• Electives Additional electives must be included to meet local graduation

requirements

The 16 Campuses of the University of North Carolina

Appalachian State University • Elizabeth City State University • NC A&T State University • NC School of the Arts • UNC-Pembroke • UNC-Chapel Hill • UNC-

Greensboro • Western Carolina University • East Carolina University • Fayetteville State University • NC Central

University • NC State University • UNC-Asheville • UNC-Charlotte • UNC-Wilmington • Winston-Salem State

NOTE: Each university may require other courses in addition to these requirements; therefore, prospective students should refer to the catalogs and contact the admissions offi ces of any universities to which they plan to apply. In determining the admissibility of each applicant, institutions also consider factors other than courses completed. Other factors may include high school grades, rank in class, scores on college entrance examinations and recommendations.

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Course Information

Course CreditsSpecifi c course required for graduation (e.g., Algebra I) may be taken during middle school. Beginning in the 2007-2008 school year, students in grades 6-8 who pass mathematics or foreign language courses that are described in the North Carolina Standard Course of Study for grades 9-12 must achieve level III or IV on an EOC, if available, to meet the high school graduation requirements and high school course credit will be earned. The student’s GPA will be computed with courses taken during the high school years (9th -12th).

Course LoadsStudents are expected to attend school full-time and take a full load of courses. Exceptions are made for students approved for work-based learning experiences taken in conjunction with Career Technical Education courses and for those taking dual enrollment courses in post-secondary schools.

Course Withdrawal PenaltyStudents attending a block schedule school may drop a course only during the fi rst 10 days of the semester; students attending a traditional calendar school may drop a course only during the fi rst 20 days of the school year. Students withdrawing after that time will receive a grade of F for that course.

Grading Scale

QUALITY POINTS

LETTER GRADES STANDARD HONORS AP/IB COURSES COURSES COURSES

A 4 5 6 B 3 4 5 C 2 3 4 D 1 2 3 F 0 0 0

GRADING SCALE A = 93 – 100 D = 70 – 76 B = 85 – 92 F = 69 and below C = 77 – 84 I = incomplete

Grading Periods / Interims / Report CardsReport cards are issued to students every nine weeks. Interim reports are issued to all students at the mid-point of the nine-week periods.

AP Course CreditStudents have an option to take the AP exam in a given subject. Students are highly encouraged to take the AP exam associated with the course in order to earn college credit. AP science and art portfolio courses require a co-requisite lab in order to earn course credit. Students taking AP lab courses may opt to take the course as Pass/Fail, which does not affect the student’s GPA, or for a non-weighted grade which is included in calculating GPA. An AP Lab Waiver Form must be signed by the student and parent prior to enrolling in the lab course with the understanding that graded classes will be averaged into the student’s grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 weighted scale. Students earn AP quality points in all AP courses, regardless of taking the AP exam.

Promotion RequirementsStudents will be required to meet current promotion requirements as determined by board policy:

High Schools 9-12 Block Schedule for Incoming Freshmen:• Grade 9 to 10 – A minimum of 6 units cumulative must be

earned• Grade 10 to 11 – A minimum of 13 units cumulative must

be earned• Grade 11 to 12 – A minimum of 20 units cumulative must

be earned• Graduation - A minimum of 28 units and successful

completion of any other state standards must be earned according to School Board Policy IHF

High Schools 9-12 Traditional Schedule• Grade 9 to 10 - A minimum of 5 units cumulative must be

earned• Grade 10 to 11 - A minimum of 10 units cumulative must

be earned• Grade 11 to 12 - A minimum of 16 units cumulative must

be earned• Graduation - A minimum of 22 units and successful

completion of any other state standards must be earned according to School Board Policy IHF

AttendanceGood school attendance is critical in high school. In order to be successful in school and to earn course credits, students must be present. Schools attendance policy may be found on pages 102-104.

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Transfer CreditStudents transferring into a GCS high school from another school, private or public, a home school, or an alternative school may receive credit toward graduation for courses successfully completed at the sending school.

Students transferring from another public school system, a charter school or a non-public school accredited by one of the six regional accrediting associations* into the GCS will receive:

1. Credit for all courses approved by the sending school.2. Weighted credit for a course designated by the sending

school system as Honors or AP only if a comparable course is designated Honors or AP in the current GCS High School Registration book.

Students transferring from a non-public school not accredited by one of the six regional accrediting associations* or from a home school may receive credit toward graduation for courses successfully completed in the non-accredited, non-public school according to the following guidelines:

1. The parent must provide attendance records and, if a home school student under age 16, proof of the home school’s approval by the North Carolina Division of Non-Public Education.

2. Documentation must be provided to the receiving GCS schools by the sending school as to the courses taken, materials used, total number of contact hours per course, and scores of any standardized tests the student has taken.

3. Grades will be recorded as “Pass” (P) or “Fail” (F) and will be identifi ed on the transcript as non-GCS grades.

4. Grades and credits will not be included in the calculation of GPA nor class rank.

Students transferring from a non-public school not accredited by one of the six regional accrediting associations* or from a home school may take a test in reading and a test in math when they enroll in a GCS high school. These tests are used to determine placement in courses for that school year.

* Middle States, New England, North Central, Northwest, Southern, and Western Associations of Colleges and Schools

Transferring Between High SchoolsIf students transfer between high schools that have different schedules (block or traditional), the following formula is used to compute graduation requirements:

(# of years at block x 8) + (# of years at traditional x 6) minus 3 = number of units required for graduation

Early GraduationStudents who have completed all graduation requirements including specific course and testing requirements, an appropriate diploma pathway, and total number of courses required, may request to graduate early. Talk with your school counselor to determine if this is possible for you and to discuss post-high school opportunities. Early graduation requires principal approval.

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Enrollment in Off Campus CoursesAll high school students are expected to attend school on a full-time basis. Students who have advanced beyond all of the course offerings of GCS in the areas of mathematics, science and/or foreign languages (courses above Level IV) may request principal permission to attend classes on college campuses. Written approval from the high school principal must be obtained during the spring semester high school registration period. No approval will be granted after the end of the registration period.

Distance LearningNC Virtual Public SchoolsNorth Carolina Virtual Public Schools (NCVPS) provides students with expanded academic options by offering online courses and online services such as test preparation, and career planning services at NO COST to your student. By virtue of this online course delivery, students from all areas of the state have access to courses taught by highly qualifi ed teachers, in subjects students may not have available at their home school. Students will be taught by NC certifi ed teachers and the grades that they earn in their NCVPS course will transfer to their school and become part of their academic record. NCVPS provides courses that augment a student’s program of study as offered by the home school. For more information on North Carolina Virtual Public Schools in Guilford County, contact your high school’s counseling offi ce to speak with their Distance Learning Advisor (DLA).

GCS accepts credits from regionally accredited schools only. Any summer coursework completed by distance learning (as defi ned by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) must be completed prior to the opening of school each fall. High school principals must approve any distance learning prior to the student’s enrollment in the program.

Learn and EarnGCS offers students an opportunity to get a jumpstart on college while they are attending high school. Learn and Earn Online is a program in North Carolina that allows high school students who have completed the prerequisite courses to take online college level classes at no charge. Upon successful completion of each Learn and Earn Online course, students are awarded both high school and college credit. Students do not have to be enrolled in an existing Learn and Earn middle college high school to take advantage of Learn and Earn Online. For more information, please visit www.nclearnandearn.gov. GCS is committed to bringing educational opportunities into every community for all families.

UNC iSchool is an award-winning, nationally accredited program that gives high school juniors and seniors a head start on their college education – at no cost. Students participate in university classes online as part of the regular school day and earn credit from both their high school and UNCG. With a UNCG transcript and a grade of C or higher, students may transfer credit-hours earned to the college or university of their choice*. These are college courses, and as such, require student motivation and academic responsibility. The N.C. State Legislature funds both tuition and textbooks for UNC iSchool students in North Carolina’s public high schools. For an interactive course catalog, demonstration and instructions on how to register, visit http://ischool.uncg.edu.

*The decision as to which credits are transferable is at the discretion of the attending college.

For more information on Distance Learning or Learn and Earn opportunities in Guilford County Schools, contact your high school’s counseling offi ce to speak with their Distance Learning Advisor (DLA), or you may call William Morgan, Director of Virtual Learning Opportunities, at 370-3275.

Honors/APOpportunities for academic challenge are offered to students through Advanced Placement (AP) options and the Honors program. The Honors curriculum and the AP curriculum (as established by the College Board) have a more demanding and rigorous curriculum than regular classes. The AP program offers able and ambitious students an opportunity to study one or more college-level courses and prepares these students to take the AP exam in May. Many colleges grant college credit based on AP exam scores. Honors and AP courses receive weighted credit in computing GPA: AP courses receive two additional quality points and honors courses receive one additional quality point.

Each student is required to take the appropriate EOC assessment the fi rst time the student takes the course even if the course is an honors or AP Course.

Students enrolled in Honors courses will be allowed to continue in those courses if they transfer from one high school to another within Guilford County Schools.

Advanced Placement (AP) TestingThe College Board will coordinate the national administration of the Advanced Placement exams during May in the following areas: Art History, Biology, Calculus AB & BC, Chemistry, Chinese Language and Culture, Computer Science A, Economics - Macro and Micro, English Language and English Literature, Environmental Science, European History, French Language, German Language, Government & Politics - U.S. and Comparative, Human Geography, Japanese Language and Culture, Latin: Vergil, Music Theory, Physics B and Physics C, Psychology, Spanish Language & Spanish Literature, Statistics, Studio Art: Drawing and Design, US History, and World History.

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Students in GCS who are enrolled in Advanced Placement courses are highly encouraged, though not required, to take AP exams.

Advanced Placement ProgramStudents may choose to earn a GCS AP/International Baccalaureate (IB) Distinguished Scholar Diploma or Cool to Be Smart. The AP/IB Distinguished Scholars Program is designed to reward students who participate in a variety of AP courses and achieve well on the AP exams in those courses.

To qualify for the GCS AP/IB Distinguished Scholar Diploma and to be invited to the Cool to Be Smart celebration, a student must achieve a grade of 3 or higher on AP examinations in any of fi ve AP courses. In addition, a student’s mean score in all of his/her AP examinations must be 3.0 or higher to earn an AP/IB Distinguished Scholar Diploma.

Recognition of Honor GraduatesGCS recognizes honor candidates during graduation ceremonies in the following format: seniors with a weighted GPA of 3.5-3.99* are Cum Laude candidates, seniors with a weighted GPA of 4.0-4.49* are Magna Cum Laude candidates and seniors with a weighted GPA of 4.5* and higher are Summa Cum Laude candidates. Each high school will also recognize a valedictorian and salutatorian.

* averages are not rounded up

Communities in SchoolsCommunities in Schools is a comprehensive public/private partnership which offers school-age children support and encouragement to attend school daily, make passing grades and have a positive attitude. The CIS partnership between the local business community, human service agencies, the school system and volunteers works together to provide young people the support services necessary to stay in school until graduation and to become successful and productive young adults. In Guilford County, CIS is currently serving students at Ferndale Middle, Welborn Middle, Andrews High, High Point Central High, and Dudley High. Interested students should contact a teacher or their school counselor to see if they are eligible.

Non-Credit Driver EducationExtended-day driver education classes will be available to students who are 14 1/2 years old by the starting date for the Driver Education Class.

Summer driver education will be available for students who will reach their 14 1/2 birthday by the starting date of the Driver Education Class. These classes are offered through independent driving schools who make information about their programs available to parents and students through the individual high schools.

Under Dropout Prevention/Drivers License legislation passed in 1998, students under the age of 18 who drop out of school or do not pass 70 percent of their courses are subject to having their permit/license suspended.

Home/HospitalA GCS student may be eligible for home/hospital services if he/she is medically or physically unable to attend school for four weeks or longer as documented by a physician. Home/Hospital placement is temporary with a goal of returning the student to a less restrictive environment within the school year unless there is medical information which would require the service to be extended. Home/hospital provides instructional services so that the student can return to school with the knowledge and skills suffi cient to maintain his/her previous level of academic performance. For more information, please contact your school counselor.

cfnc.orgCollege Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) is a comprehensive, free information service provided by the state of North Carolina to help families plan, apply and pay for college. The goal of CFNC is to help every student in the state prepare successfully for education beyond high school and fi nd the best fi nancial aid alternatives. Resources and information on careers, more than 100 NC colleges, college admission, scholarships, grants and other fi nancial assistance are available online at CFNC.org or by calling toll-free 866-866-CFNC. High school students and their parents are encouraged to take advantage of this service and Guilford County school counselors are trained to assist them. CFNC is made available by College Foundation, Inc., the North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority and Pathways, a partnership that includes the State Department of Public Instruction, the North Carolina Community College System, the North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities and the University of North Carolina System.

Futures for KidsFutures for Kids, or F4K, is an online career exploration tool that uses technology to connect students with people and employers across North Carolina to show them the relevance of high school graduation to their future success. F4K utilizes a concise interest assessment to give students a starting point for career exploration, providing comprehensive information on more than 500 careers including average salary, working conditions and job outlook by state. Students can view companies that hire for a particular career and connect with those companies plus more than 700 Career Coaches via discussion board to ask questions and gain insight. Students and their parents are encouraged to take advantage of this program. School Counselors and Career Development Coordinators are trained to assist students. For more information go to www.f4k.org.

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Requirements for Athletic ParticipationIn order to participate in any sport, a student in a 4 x 4 block schedule must pass three out of four courses for the semester immediately prior to the semester of participation, meet LEA promotion requirements and meet any additional individual school requirements. Students on a traditional schedule must pass fi ve courses the previous semester to be eligible. Lab courses that a student is taking for credit but which are listed as an audit class do not carry a grade and do not count toward passing the minimum number of courses passed per semester.

In addition to academic requirements established by the North Carolina High School Athletic Association, high school students must also earn a minimum GPA for the previous semester. Students in grades 10-12 must earn a minimum 2.0 weighted GPA for the previous semester. First-year freshmen have no GPA requirement for their fi rst semester upon entering the ninth grade, but must earn a 1.5 weighted GPA for the fi rst semester in order to be eligible for the second semester.

To be eligible for athletic participation, students must also have been in daily attendance 85 percent of the previous semester. Daily absences cannot be made up under any circumstances, even if a student attends Saturday classes, extra help sessions, summer school and/or any other means to make up academic work.

In addition to the above listed academic and attendance requirements, there are several other requirements established by the North Carolina High School Athletic Association that govern athletic eligibility in North Carolina. Among those are:

Age: A student may not participate in any sport if his or her 19th birthdate comes on or before October 16th of the present school year.

Eight Semester Rule: a student may not participate at the high school level for a period lasting longer than eight consecutive semesters, beginning with the student’s fi rst enrollment in the ninth grade.

Medical Examination: a player must receive a medical examination once every 365 days by a duly licensed physician, nurse practitioner or physician’s assistant.

Promotion Standards: All students must meet local promotion standards set by the GCS. A set number of total units earned must be met in order to be promoted to the next grade level (see page 9 of this book).

Residence Requirement: a student is eligible to participate at the school to which he or she is assigned by the Board of Education. Transfers within the GCS administrative district are governed by local Board of Education Policy.

The athletic director and coaches at each high school can tell you what sports are offered.

Once each school year, high school student athletes and their parents will be required to complete an “Athletic Participation Form.” The form must be completed and on fi le with the school prior to participation in a contest. Along with the Athletic Participation Form, parents must submit two documents as proof of residence.

College Bound Student AthleteTo play sports as a freshman in NCAA Division I and II, you must meet specifi c standards. You must graduate from high school and make at least the minimum required grade-point average in 16 core academic classes for Division I and 14 core academic classes for Division II. Please note, Division II will require 16 core courses beginning August 1, 2013.

NCAA Division I Core Academic Course Requirements• 4 years English • 3 years math (Algebra I or higher) • 2 years social science • 2 years natural or physical science (including one lab course, if

offered by the high school) • 1 year of an additional course in English, math or natural or

physical science • 4 additional years of academic courses in any of the above areas,

or in foreign language, philosophy or nondoctrinal religion

Beginning with those who enroll in NCAA Division I colleges in 2008 or later, students must meet all of the requirements above with three years of math (Algebra I or higher level) and four additional years of academic courses.

NCAA Division II Core Academic Course Requirements • 3 years English • 2 years math (Algebra I or higher) • 2 years social science • 2 years natural or physical science (including one lab course, of-

fered at the high school) • 2 years additional courses in English, math or natural or physical

science • 3 additional years of academic courses in any of the above areas,

or foreign language, philosophy or nondoctrinal religion

The grade-point average requirements are for the 14 core courses, not the overall GPA. Students should work with their high school counselor and coach to make certain their class schedule is on track to meet the NCAA guidelines.

NCAA Eligibility Center Certifi cationIf the student intends to participate in Division I or II athletics as a freshman, then he/she must register and be certifi ed by the NCAA Eligibility Center.

Fee Waivers High school counselors may waive the application fee if the student has previously qualifi ed for and received a waiver of the ACT or SAT fee.

Test-Score Requirements (SAT, ACT) In Division I and II, the student must achieve the minimum required SAT score or ACT score before his/her fi rst full-time college enrollment in order to qualify.

Additional InformationAthletic information included is provided as a resource. Specifi c questions or clarifi cations of athletic information and/or eligibility should be addressed to the school’s athletic director. For more information regarding the rules, please go to www.NCAA.org. Click on “Academics and Athletes” then “Eligibility and Recruiting.” Or visit the NCAA Eligibility Center Web site at www.eligibilitycenter.org.

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Summary of Testing Procedures by Testing ProgramStudents in grades 9-12 take various tests to assess their academic profi ciency and progress. A brief description of some of the tests required by the state is provided below.

End-of-Course Testing Program The North Carolina End-of-Course (EOC) Tests are used to sample a student’s knowledge of subject-related concepts as specifi ed in the North Carolina Standard Course of Study and to provide a global estimate of the student’s mastery of the material in a particular content area. Students enrolled in the following courses will be required to take the North Carolina EOC tests: Algebra I, Algebra II, Biology, Civics & Economics, English I, Physical Science and U.S. History. All end-of-course tests will be administered at the end of the semester (block schedule) or the end of the year (traditional schedule). Schools shall use results from all EOC tests as at least twenty-fi ve percent (25%) of the student’s fi nal grade for each respective course.

Each student shall take the appropriate EOC assessment the fi rst time the student takes the course even if the course is an honors or Advanced Placement course. Students who are identifi ed as failing a course for which an EOC is required shall take the appropriate EOC assessment. Students shall take the appropriate EOC assessment at the end of the course regardless of the grade level in which the course is offered.

Writing AssessmentThe North Carolina Writing Assessment, administered in the 10th grade, assesses mastery of the cross-curricular writing skills in the North Carolina Standard Course of Study. Students are assessed on the informational mode, and the prompt is defi nition or cause/effect.

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Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT)The Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) or more often simply called the PSAT is nationally administered by the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB), and assesses students in three areas: Verbal, Mathematics and Writing.

The NC State Department of Public Instruction or Guilford County Schools pays for the PSAT for all students enrolled in Grade 10 and 11. Students who are enrolled in Grade 9 or in Middle School who wish to take the PSAT may do so at their own expense. ($13.00)

Verbal skills are assessed by multiple choice questions using: critical reading passages, paired passages, vocabulary in context, analogies and sentence completion. Math sections allow the use of a calculator and employ multiple choice questions, quantitative comparisons and “constructed responses” to measure how well students understand and apply mathematics to new situations and non-routine problems. Multiple choice questions in the writing section have students to identify sentence errors and improve sentences and paragraphs.

The PSAT is used to help students practice for the Scholastic Assessment Test and to qualify for scholarships and recognition from such programs as: National Merit Scholarships, National Achievement Scholarships for Outstanding African American Students, National Hispanic Scholar Recognition Program, Student Search Service, and some statewide and national industry scholarship competitions. The 2011 PSAT test administration date was not available at the time of printing. Registration information will be available in the school counselors’ offi ce at each high school.

NATIONAL TEST TEST DATES

October, 2011 SAT & Subject Tests

November, 2011 SAT & Subject Tests - Includes Language Tests with Listening

December, 2011 SAT & Subject Tests

January, 2012 SAT & Subject Tests

March, 2012 SAT only

May, 2012 SAT & Subject Tests

June, 2012 SAT & Subject Tests

NOTES: • As is customary, Sunday administrations will occur the day after each

Saturday test date for students who cannot test on Saturday for religious reasons

• The Language Tests with Listening are offered in November only.

• Registration deadlines tend to fall approximately four weeks before each test date

2011 - 2012 Test Dates (Proposed)Saturday AdministrationsSAT Program Tests

SATThe SAT is an optional test nationally administered by the College Board. It assesses students in three areas: Critical Reading, Math and Writing.

Critical Reading skills are assessed by multiple choice questions using: critical reading passages, paired passages, vocabulary in context and sentence completion. Math sections allow the use of a calculator and employ multiple choice questions and “constructed responses” to measure how well students understand and apply mathematics to new situations and non-routine problems. The section on Writing includes multiple-choice questions on grammar and usage and a student-written essay. The SAT is one of the admissions tests used by postsecondary institutions to assist in selecting students.

The SAT is administered at selected sites nationally. Students must pay and register online or by mail several weeks prior to the test date. Registration information is available in the school counselors’ offi ce at each high school.

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(Late fee required)

2011- 2012 Test DatesACT Program Tests

TEST DATES REGISTRATION LATE DEADLINES REGISTRATION

Sept. 10, 2011* Oct. 22, 2011 Dec. 12, 2011 Feb. 11, 2012 April 14, 2012 June 9, 2012

* The September 2011 test date is offered only within the 50 United States and D.C.

** No test centers are scheduled in New York for the February test date.

Registration deadlines for 2011–2012 will be announced in March 2011.

The ACT registration deadlines and late registration dates were not determined at press time. You may obtain this information at the following web site: http://www.actstudent.org.

ACTThe American College Testing Assessment is administered by the American College Testing Program and used by postsecondary institutions for admissions purposes. The instrument includes four tests of educational development: English, Mathematics, Science and Reading. An optional Writing Test measures skill in planning and writing a short essay. The High School Course/Grade Information questionnaire, ACT Interest Inventory and Student Profi le Section are also included in the ACT. The ACT tests are optional. The ACT is one of the admissions tests used by postsecondary institutions to assist in selecting students.

The ACT is administered at selected sites nationally. Students must pay and register by mail several weeks prior to the test date. Registration information is available in the school counselors’ offi ce at each high school.

High Schools That WorkThe High Schools That Work assessment consists of 12th-grade-level achievement tests in reading, mathematics and science and is based on the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) frameworks. The HSTW Assessment serves to link student performance to a set of key practices that helps schools improve students’ academic and technical performance. School leaders and staff use the information to assist them in revising instruction, graduation requirements, curricula, guidance practices and extra-help programs. The HSTWassessment is given on alternate years to a random sample of seniors who meet the requirements to complete a College Tech Prep course of study. Students who meet the national goals in each area of reading, mathematics and science qualify for the HSTW Award of Educational Achievement.

CTE EOCCareer Technical Education (CTE) EOC assessments are end-of-course tests provided by the Department of Public Instruction and are required in all CTE courses. These assessments provide documentation of the individual student’s attainment of technical competencies based on the goals and objectives of the Standard Course of Study. Scores are reported to the Department of Public Instruction and used to evaluate programs and the system-wide attainment of performance standards as required by the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act. Students who receive a raw score of 80 or better on the CTE EOC post-assessment and make a B or better in a CTE course that is articulated with the North Carolina Community College System may receive advanced placement credit.

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The Andrews Aviation AcademyLocation: Andrews HighSupported by the federal Magnet School Assistance Program Grant, Andrews Aviation Academy is open to enrollment for students from across the district. Students learn in an aviation-themed environment that is inquiry-driven, technology-enhanced and problem-based. Students analyze and solve real problems in creative and logical ways, collaborate with team members, engage with teachers and mentors, and access college programs. Additionally, the Academy links its students to the higher education and business communities through presentations, short-term internships, job-shadowing experiences and career mentoring. Students also have the opportunity to take aviation classes at the Aviation Center of Guilford Technical Community College upon successful completion of the college placement test. Students are encouraged to apply during the application period.

GCS is a national leader in providing specialized schools and instructional programs designed to meet the educational needs of a culturally diverse citizenship. The district offers parents and guardians a wide variety of choices for their student’s education–choices that build on or stimulate educational interests, foster academic achievement and support cultural and ethnic diversity. Students who are visual or performing artists, students who are interested in the sciences, students who want to begin their college study early, and students who enjoy small learning environments can all fi nd a place designed just for them. The next few pages of this book outline the different schools and programs available to our students. For more information, speak with your school counselor or visit www.gcsnc.com/magnet.

High School Options

THEME

Aviation

Health Sciences

Engineering, Education, and Health Sciences

Advanced High School/Post-Secondary Study

High School/Post-Secondary Study

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

English Language Learning

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Business & Information Technology and Health Sciences.

High School/Post-Secondary Study

High School/Post-Secondary Study

High School/Post-Secondary Study

High School/Post-Secondary Study

High School/Post-Secondary Study

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Performing and Visual Arts

Education

Agricultural Science

Health Sciences

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Electrical Trades and Health Sciences

Performing and Visual Arts and Advanced Technology.

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The Early College At Guilford

Greensboro College Middle College

Grimsley

Doris Henderson Newcomers School

High Point Central

The Academy at Central

The Middle College at Bennett

The Middle College at GTCC - Greensboro

The Middle College at GTCC - Jamestown

The Middle College at NC A&T State U.

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Andrews Early College of Health SciencesLocation: Andrews HighThrough a collaborative program developed by GCS and area colleges and universities, students have the opportunity to pursue college credit while in high school. Students in the program select a rigorous high school curriculum during their fi rst three years of high school to prepare them for dual enrollment as high school seniors. During the student’s senior year in high school, he or she is awarded a scholarship equivalent to tuition and books at Guilford Technical Community College which can be used toward tuition at any participating university of the student’s choice. If students choose to attend a university/college other than GTCC, parents must cover the difference in tuition. Students must apply and be admitted by the university in order to receive the scholarship. Andrews Early College of Health Sciences offers an opportunity for motivated rising ninth and 10th graders to prepare for a future career in the fi eld of health sciences to include nursing, biotechnology, respiratory, therapy physical therapy, pharmacy or medicine to name a few. Students will have the opportunity to participate in internships to gain practical experience in their fi eld of interest.

The Academy at Central Location: High Point Central HighThe Academy at Central is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to make a successful transition to college and/or a future career. The Academy at Central’s Medical Careers program is designed for students interested in becoming health care professionals. Students are introduced to the health fi eld, the concepts of personal, family, and community health and disease control through classroom instruction, case studies, hands-on activities, interactive computer modules and internships. Students, under the supervision of teachers, complete internships in which they work with actual patients in a medical facility. Students must also master more than 60 individual patient care skills with 100 percent accuracy and successfully pass a written exam to qualify as a Certifi ed Nursing Assistant I (CNA I). Honors level classes are offered to prepare students for success at the college level. Spanish and Latin languages are offered to give students an opportunity to earn dual diploma status and be eligible to attend a four year college or university after graduation. The Academy provides information technology electives that are tailored to expose students to 21st century skills. Students have the opportunity to earn Microsoft certifi cations in these courses that make them more marketable to future employers. This rigorous preparation serves as an excellent foundation of knowledge and skills for students who enter the workforce after high school and those who wish to continue medical study beyond high school. While completing their pathway, students are able to complete all graduation requirements by the end of 11th grade in preparation for enrollment in college courses during the senior year. All tuition expenses are paid by GCS, allowing students to earn one year of college credit tuition-free!

The Academy at Smith Location: 2225 South Holden RoadThe Academy at Smith was developed to provide relevance, rigor and much-needed relationships for students who are eager to distinguish themselves from the competition. Our goal is to ensure that students receive a world-class education while gaining advanced training in a choice of one of two pathways: Medical Careers or Construction Technology. Medical Careers students prepare for careers including biologists, nursing assistants, pharmacists, physicians, radiologists, nurses, surgeons, dentists, dental hygienists and veterinarians. Construction Technology students prepare for potential careers as electrical engineers, electricians, builders, contractors, inspectors, entrepreneurs and many more.

Students will complete core subject area classes and requirements for a high school diploma. Students may earn dual credits during their junior and senior year at Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC), which may be transferred to other colleges and universities, or students may graduate from high school in three years and apply to a college or university of their choice. The Academy at Smith builds on this foundation with an opportunity for students to gain practical experience and dual-enrollment in both high school and college courses. Academy students will graduate with the competitive edge needed to be successful in a new global economy.

The Academy serves grades nine through 12. Classes are small with no more than 20 students. Students are offered opportunities to take Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Students have opportunities to earn national certifi cations such as Certifi ed Nursing Assistant I (CNA I) in their career pathway. Students complete required job shadowing, apprenticeships, and/or clinicals in their selected career pathway.

The Academy at Smith is located less than a quarter of a mile away from Smith High School on Holden Road. The students who experience the most success are students who apply because they desire to attend the school.

Dudley Early College Academies of Education, Engineering, and Health SciencesLocation: James B. Dudley High SchoolGCS offers an exciting academy program through a collaborative partnership with area colleges and universities. Students begin an approved rigorous course of study in the ninth grade preparing them for dual-enrollment as high school seniors and fi rst-year college students. The courses for the programs are set for each Academy area with some opportunity for student selection. They are able to participate in an internship during the 11th grade, and they each must complete a minimum of 150 hours of volunteer service before graduation.

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A highlight of the senior year experience is the opportunity to spend their fi nal year of high school studying on a local college or university campus. GCS pays for tuition and books at NC A&T State University for students in the Early College Academy of Engineering. GCS pays for tuition and books at Guilford Technical Community College or students in the Education and Health Science Academies or the equivalent amount can be used toward tuition at any participating university of the student’s choice. During this year, students are encouraged and supported in applying for scholarships to pay to continue their undergraduate education (e.g., monies for tuition and fees) once they graduate from high school. All graduates of the Academies will be College Prep and College Tech Prep completers which will provide them the opportunity to continue in their chosen area of study tuition-free in certain career areas at Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC).

Highly motivated rising ninth graders who are interested in a rigorous academic program that leads to a future career are excellent candidates. To be considered for the Dudley Early College Academies, applicants should have scored at Level III or IV on Math and Reading End-of-Grade (EOG) tests, the Algebra I End-of-Course (EOC) test, and passed the NC Test of Computer Skills. Students must meet any college/university entrance requirements for the dual-enrollment year.

The Early College At GuilfordLocation: Guilford CollegeThe Early College at Guilford is North Carolina’s fi rst early college high school and an Honor School of Excellence. The school offers a writing-intensive, fast-paced curriculum in partnership with Guilford College, a selective, national liberal arts institution. The school offers a rigorous academic experience for students with a solid record of academic performance.

Students in the ninth and 10th grades take Honors and Advanced Placement courses taught by teachers from Guilford County Schools. Teachers engage students in learning experiences which require critical and creative thinking. Courses are taught on a block or modifi ed block schedule. Students are enrolled in eight courses per year. The challenging curriculum prepares students for a smooth transition to Guilford College.

In grades 11 and 12, students take college courses with undergraduate students taught by college professors. Academic advisors work with students to build course schedules to meet high school and college requirements. Students may register for a wide variety of courses as long as they have the prerequisite courses and skills. Eleventh- and 12th-grade students are dually enrolled in course offerings and take at least four college courses each semester. Students graduate with a high school diploma and up to two years of college credit from Guilford College.

The Early College at Guilford has many clubs, academic teams and activities in which students are able to get involved. The various opportunities for involvement provide enriching experiences and foster leadership, service and collaboration. The school does not offer an athletic program; however, students may participate in sports at their “sender” or zoned high school.

Students who thrive in the learning environment at The Early College at Guilford are described as self-motivated, responsible and independent thinkers and learners. Students are selected to attend the school through a holistic process that evaluates academic achievement, standardized test results, academic recommendations, personal essays and self-reported interests and activities. Successful candidates typically have scored at or above the 93rd percentile on standardized tests, have a minimum 3.5 GPA overall, and have chosen courses that provide a high level of rigor in middle/high school.

Students must be formally advanced/admitted to college studies at the end of the 10th grade year. For more information, visit the school’s Web site at http://schoolcenter.gcsnc.com/earlycollegeatguilford.

Doris Henderson Newcomers SchoolTheme/Program: English Language LearningGCS is proud of its diversity. Across the district, GCS students speak more than 100 languages and dialects. Approximately 6,000 English language learners are enrolled in GCS, and we expect those numbers to increase. When we strive to provide an environment that meets the needs of English language learners, we give these students a better opportunity for success.

Doris Henderson Newcomers School is designed for students in grades three through 12 who have recently arrived in the United States and are considered novices on the North Carolina language test. The goal of the school and its staff is to accelerate literacy skills and prepare English language learners to bridge the gap between a newcomer setting and the assigned school.

The school operates on a 10-month schedule. Students generally attend the school for one year, but may attend for a longer or shorter time depending on individual achievement and progress. When students arrive at the school, they are assessed to determine their academic and language skills and are placed into classrooms that best meet their needs. The school also provides adult English language instruction, K-12 tutoring, babysitting and family outings on Saturdays. At least one member of each family is encouraged to participate.

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The school consists of highly qualifi ed teachers and additional support staff. Instruction includes English language, math, writing, science, social studies and computer skills. Counselors and teachers work with students in order to ease the transition to their new culture and environment. The staff assists with community connections, health outreach programs and student counseling.

Field trips are essential to creating positive social experiences and building background knowledge of the community. Students visit local sites, such as local colleges and universities, city attractions, the North Carolina Zoo, parks and museums.

Prior to completing the program at Doris Henderson Newcomers School, teachers and counselors develop a plan for transitioning students to their assigned schools. Once the student enrolls in the assigned school, personnel conduct follow-up sessions with students.

To enroll or obtain information, please call Doris Henderson Newcomers School at 316-5883.

International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeLocations: Grimsley High, High Point Central High, Page High, Smith HighThe International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme offers a rigorous, two-year course of study for high school students. Designed for the self-motivated and hardworking individual, IB provides successful candidates an internationally recognized diploma and preparation for study in the world’s most demanding colleges and universities. Diploma candidates complete a series of written and oral examinations at the completion of courses during their junior and senior years. In addition to study in the areas of English, World Language, Individuals and Societies, Mathematics, Experimental Sciences and an IB Elective, students must satisfactorily complete the Theory of Knowledge course, write an Extended Essay, and participate in approved creativity, action and service extracurricular activities.

All courses listed under IB are not offered at each school. Course offerings are based on interest, participation and the school’s ability to adequately schedule and support a course. Please check with the IB coordinator at a particular school to see if a course is offered at a given location.

Middle College High SchoolsA middle college high school provides an exciting, innovative program for students who may often be described as disengaged or out of place at their current high school. Students who consider enrollment in Middle College have academic ability and talents but are not being successful at the traditional high school setting. The six middle colleges are located on the campuses of colleges and universities across Guilford County. All serve up to 125 students. Classes are small with no more than 15 students. These small group settings help nurture close personal relationships between student and teachers and among students.

Greensboro College Middle CollegeLocation: Greensboro CollegeGreensboro College Middle College offers an honors level curriculum and the opportunity for dual enrollment in both high and college courses to capable high school juniors and seniors. The school was established to harness the power of the college campus as a means of reengaging and graduating capable high school juniors and seniors who have become disengaged from the traditional high school or are unsuccessful or dissatisfi ed in a traditional high school setting. Students have access to all campus facilities except the dormitories and residence halls. Also, they may participate in all campus activities and events except sports and athletics.

GCMC operates on a block schedule and has a calendar that is closely aligned to the college’s. The school day begins at 7:50 am and ends at 2:50 pm. The school runs on a semester schedule and students take four classes per day. Students have the potential to take up to two college courses per semester. GCMC only offers the College/University Prep diploma. We offer a smaller class size in a nurturing family-like environment where students can form close personal relationships with adults. Students who were disengaged prior to attending GCMC fi nd that the relationships they build with the faculty, the small class size, the power of the college campus and the ability to balance freedom with responsibility are strong motivators for academic reengagement. Students must be in the 11th or 12th grade to attend and should apply in the spring of their 10th-grade year to enter as an 11th-grader.

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The Middle College at Bennett“Where success is not an option, but an expectation!” Location: The Campus of Bennett College for WomenThrough a collaborative arrangement, Bennett College and GCS established the fi rst all-female public school in North Carolina–and one of a few such public schools in the nation. The Middle College at Bennett is a school for young aspiring women who are responsible, respectful, coachable and persevering. The school is a unique opportunity for students who are disinterested in, disconnected from and/or dissatisfi ed with the traditional high school setting. The school boasts a learning environment characterized by small classes and a warm and nurturing school staff.

The Middle College provides access to all courses required for high school graduation; additionally, all students have the opportunity to enroll in college courses with tuition paid by the school district. Students are actively engaged in many aspects of college life at Bennett, including Convacatum EST, College Choir, the Queen Association, renowned guest speakers, art displays and theatrical productions.

The Middle College serves students in grades nine through 12 and operates on a block schedule. Its students may take four classes per day each semester, and they may take up to two college courses per semester. The Middle College offers the College University Prep diploma as well as the College Tech Prep diploma. Our technical pathway is business.

Ninth grade students who enroll in the school for the 2009-2010 academic year will be expected to graduate within four years with up to two years of transferable college credits.

Students have the opportunity to participate in school clubs.They also are assigned college students as mentors and advisors from the school faculty to assist them with leadership development as they reach their goal of high school graduation and matriculation into college and/or the work force.

The Middle College at GTCC - GreensboroLocation: Guilford Technical Community College, Greensboro CampusThe Middle College at GTCC-Greensboro provides the opportunity to complete high school and prepare for college study. Qualifying students will have access to GTCC college courses as well as middle college classes. The faculty and staff of The Middle College at GTCC-Greensboro help students identify their strengths and true potential in a supportive environment, empowering students to develop and achieve goals. The school strives to meet and exceed state and national accountability standards and is committed to using staff, community and technology resources to meet these challenges.

Facts about The Middle College at GTCC-Greensboro:School Day – 11:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. • Block Schedule with a three credit classes per semester and one advisory non-credit course • Small class sizes with a student teacher ratio - 15:1 • Limited exceptional children’s services • Honors level classes as part of a NC Future Ready Core • School year is aligned with the college schedule starting in early August • Five year option to complete an associate’s degree at GTCC • Student Council and National Honor Society • Sixteen student clubs • Student average college GPA – 3.0+ • More than 60 percent of students enrolled in college classes • Awards and Recognitions:GCS School of Excellence – 2007 and 2008; Piedmont Signature School – 2008; Met AYP – 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010; GCS High Growth School – 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 (ABC Composite – 97.8 percent); Southern Association of Colleges and School Accreditation – 2009 to 2014; NC Honor School of Excellence- 2010, Member of the NC New Schools Program 2007 to 2011.

The Middle College at GTCC–JamestownLocation: Guilford Technical Community College, Jamestown CampusThe Middle College at GTCC–Jamestown opened in 2001 along with Greensboro College Middle College becoming North Carolina’s fi rst middle college high schools. Students in grades nine through 12 attend honors level classes at the school from 11 a.m. until 4:50.p.m. In 2004, the school became one of fi ve reform high schools in North Carolina selected by Governor Easley’s Learn and Earn initiative, the specifi c goals of The Middle College at GTCC–Jamestown are:

• To create and maintain a model academically rigorous middle college high school serving grades 9-12

• To serve a diverse student body that refl ects the diversity of the GCS district

• To ensure that students graduate with both a high school diploma and some college credit, up to and including an associate’s degree or two years of college credit within four or fi ve years

• To incorporate career exploration in the curriculum to ensure that students experience relevance in their academic program

The school staff is committed to providing individualized attention to each student and to appreciating the unique talents of each student. The school district pays for all textbooks as well as the tuition for college level courses. Transportation is also provided. The Mission of The Middle College at GTCC-Jamestown is to provide rigorous, relevant, engaging instruction and positive relationships to eliminate failures, suspensions, and dropouts, ensuring that 100% of our diverse students graduate in four or fi ve years with an associate’s degree or some college credit.

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The Middle College at NC A&T State UniversityLocation: NC A&T State UniversityIn a collaborative arrangement with North Carolina A&T State University, GCS is proud to provide the fi rst all-male public school in North Carolina and one of a few in the nation. This unique publicly-funded school offers smaller class size and the opportunity for students to build supportive relationships with teachers and administrators. The classroom environment allows students the chance to receive the individual attention and support necessary for academic success. Students have access to all courses required for graduation and it is the school’s goal for every student to graduate with a high school diploma and two transferable college credits with tuition paid by the school district. The Middle College at North Carolina A&T State University is open to all high school students in grades nine through 12. Students interested in attending the Middle College must complete an application, submit letters of reference and attend an interview in which they must be accompanied by their parent/guardian.

The Middle College at GTCC–High PointLocation: Guilford Technical Community College, High Point CampusThe Middle College at GTCC–High Point offers many options to its students, including the chance to take courses in GTCC’s Larry Gatlin School of Entertainment, which is housed on the GTCC–High Point campus. The small size of this middle college, the individualized attention from caring and highly qualifi ed teachers and a class size of one teacher per 16 students provide an ideal environment for students to either enter in ninth grade and spend their entire high school career with us or enter as an upperclassman to get a bold new start leading them on a path to success.

The school operates Monday through Friday from noon until 5:30 p.m. and follows a calendar similar to GTCC’s academic calendar. All high school core classes are offered such as math, science, English and social studies and all are taught at the Honors level. Electives include TV Broadcasting and

Production and Scientifi c Visualizations I and II. The school is committed to providing an education that will incorporate career exploration into the curriculum.

Students who pass the COMPASS college entrance test(s) and earn recommendations from their middle college teachers have an opportunity to take college classes in their second semester as a middle college student. Students may work toward an associate’s degree in entertainment technology, which covers all aspects of the music industry, or take GTCC college classes at any of the GTCC campuses. Several stand-alone Associates’ Degrees are available through GTCC, as well as college transfer courses, which are transferable to the 16 schools of the state university system.

Penn-Griffi n School for the ArtsLocation: Penn-Griffi nIn addition to traditional core courses, Penn-Griffi n School for the Arts offers elective classes in eight different arts disciplines: orchestra, band, chorus, classical guitar, piano, dance, theatre and visual arts. Unique to Penn-Griffi n is the opportunity for students to journey through the arts in one school from sixth through 12th grade. The arts program is designed to allow students to explore multiple arts areas in sixth grade and then choose an area as their arts concentration in seventh and eighth grade. Upon entering the high school grades, students must audition in their arts concentration. In a supportive environment, high school students continue formal study in their art major while completing a rigorous Honors and AP academic curriculum.

Southern Academy of Education and Advanced SciencesLocation: Southern HighSouthern High School offers academy programs in three strands: Education, Agriscience and Medical Science. The Academy is designed to give highly motivated students the opportunity to explore a focused educational and career path through specialized courses in each student’s selected strand.

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The Education strand offers Teacher Cadet courses and internships at area elementary and middle schools. In the Agriscience strand, students may focus on Animal Science or Horticulture. During their senior year, students participate in an internship that offers real world experience. Students in the Medical Science strand pursue a course of study in Medical Careers, which leads to becoming a Certifi ed Nursing Assistant. Students may also receive endorsements in Pharmacy Technology and/or Sports Medicine by taking additional courses. All students in the Medical Science strand participate in internships at local health care facilities that introduce them to a career in the medical fi eld.

Working together, the student, parents and academy director create a schedule and program of study that meet all Academy and North Carolina graduation requirements. Upon successful completion of the prescribed course of study, students graduate with a local endorsement as an Academy student.

The Southern Academy is ideal for students who desire to get a head start on their college and career preparation, but still want the complete high school experience. Most Academy students at Southern participate in sports and/or a variety of extra-curricular clubs and activities. Additionally, all Academy students are given the opportunity to take Honors and Advanced Placement courses, as well as earn college credit through iSchool, an online, dual enrollment program with UNCG. Academy students may also take courses offered to other students at Southern, which includes electives in scientifi c visualization, journalism, the performing and visual arts and a full slate of career and technical education courses.This exciting and rewarding opportunity is available to all students within the Southern High School attendance zone and for students throughout Guilford County. All interested students living outside the Southern attendance zone must apply for admission through the High School Options application process.

Weaver Academy for Advanced Technology and Performing and Visual ArtsWeaver Academy for Advanced Technology and Performing and Visual Arts, under the Philip J. Weaver Education Center, showcases two extraordinary educational programs in the district: a part-time school for students interested in advanced technology courses and a full-time school for creative students immersed in a performing and visual arts track of study. Located in downtown Greensboro, Weaver Academy specializes in advanced technology and audition-based performing and visual arts courses. The full-time Academy for Performing and Visual Arts High School has an enrollment of 300 performing and visual arts students in grades nine through 12. Approximately 1,100 10th-, 11th-, and 12th-grade students are enrolled in the part-time Academy for Advanced Technology.

Weaver Academy for Advanced Technology Weaver offers unique CTE courses that expand the opportunities available to students at all 15 comprehensive high schools to complete a College Tech Prep and/or College Prep course of study. Courses are available in information technology in the areas of Microsoft, Cisco, Red Hat, CompTIA, and computer programming. In addition, instruction is provided in state of the art labs in the areas of Electronics, Heating and Air Conditioning, Electrical, Construction, Diesel Mechanics, Automotive, and Metals Technologies. Weaver’s goal has been to provide a cutting-edge learning environment with opportunities for students to earn nationally recognized certifi cations. Students who wish to take advantage of these opportunities continue to be members of their home school and are transported each day to Weaver and back to take selected courses. Weaver course offerings can be found on the high school registration sheet and should be selected along with other high school courses during the registration process.

Weaver Academy for Performing and Visual ArtsThe Weaver Academy is a full-time option high school (grades nine through 12) which offers the added ingredient of correlating the arts with academics. The Academy provides career preparation in an artistic discipline through individualized instruction and cultural enrichment. Weaver offers only a college/university prep diploma. Highly motivated and talented students who are interested in a rigorous academic program with a concentration in performing or visual arts are encouraged to apply. Students are invited to interview and audition for a chance to be a part of the Weaver Academy. Our mission is to challenge the most talented, artistic students to perform, critique and respond at a high level of art while pursuing a lifelong passion for the arts professionally and academically. Weaver enhances a student’s art experience and offers creative opportunities in a caring and supportive setting.

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Career AcademiesCareer academies is a comprehensive reform model for large high schools focused to improve student attendance, disci-pline, achievement scores, and dropout rates. Students have an opportunity to choose their career pathways/academies. The academies are small learning communities within the school. The model consists of specifi c changes in school or-ganization and management to establish a strong, positive school climate for learning; curricular and instructional in-novations to transition all students into advanced high school work in English and mathematics; parent and community in-volvement activities to encourage college awareness; and pro-fessional development systems to support the implementation of the recommended reforms. The three schools that operate career academies are: James B. Dudley, T. Wingate Andrews and Ben L. Smith High School.

GCS Saturn ProgramThe GCS Saturn Program operates outside of regular school hours at each of our 15 high schools. The Saturn program is designed to give self-motivated high school students who are reading on or near grade level an opportunity to recover credit from a previously failed course, enabling them to get back on track and graduate on time with their peers. Priority is given to those students who are currently fourth year juniors and fi fth year seniors. Courses used for credit recovery in the Saturn program are delivered to the students through online instruction. To recover credit, students are responsible for completing all lessons and tests within each module at the designated mastery level set for that course, as well as completing a minimum of 50 hours seat time in the Saturn Lab.

For more information on the Saturn Program, contact your school’s counselor, graduation coach, or William Morgan, Director of Virtual Learning Opportunities at 370-3275.

High School Ahead AcademyHigh School Ahead Academy (HSAA) is a new and innovative program for over-aged middle school students. Through immersion in core academic subject areas of language arts, mathematics, social studies and science, we seek to accelerate their readiness for transition into high school. In addition, these students have the opportunity to take courses in technology and health/PE. The students who attend HSAA are designated as eighth-graders. The ultimate goal is to enable these students to graduate from high school within a time frame that is in line with other students of their age group. High School Ahead Academy has small class sizes and students are able to benefi t from individualized attention. For information about student assignment/enrollment procedures, please contact the administrative offi ce at High School Ahead Academy at 336-294-7640.

Twilight SchoolTwilight High School is an evening high school program designed to help those students who have not found success in a traditional high school setting. The primary focus will be on students who are at risk of dropping out, have already dropped out or, if they have remained in school and will fail to graduate within the expected four year time frame. Currently, applicants should be within nine credit hours of graduation. Twilight school operates from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday. For more information, call 336-282-6797. Principal: Pandora M. Bell.

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Why Should You Take Career and Technical Education (CTE) Courses?

CTE leads to:• High skill, high wage, and high demand occupations• A head start on a college degree by earning college credits while

in high school• Skills that provide an earning advantage both during and after

high school through nationally recognized certifi cations• Hands-on work-based learning with the business community

through activities such as apprenticeships, internships, and cooperative learning• Potential for a College Tech Prep Tuition Scholarship at GTCC

U.S. Department of Education data indicates that students who focus on Career and Technical Education in high school are more likely to graduate than students overall.

In Guilford County Schools:• 91.1 percent of the 2009 graduates who completed a focused

sequence of CTE credits completed high school within four years compared to 79.9 percent of the overall GCS graduates

• Follow-up studies of 2009 graduates who completed a CTP course of study show that 73.8 percent are enrolled in post-secondary educa-tion

• In 2009, seniors earned 2,764 college credit hours for their high school CTE courses

• 52.1% of graduates in 2010 completed a focused sequence of four or more credits in a Career and Technical Education pathway – 56.3% of those completers met diploma requirements for both College University Prep and College Tech Prep course of study.

Whether planning to attend college or enter the workforce, all students benefi t from both a strong academic foundation and the technical skills to be successful in today’s world. Specialized technical skills are needed in order to be successful and competitive in careers of the 21st century. College Tech Prep, a course of study with required academic and Career and Technical Education (CTE) course sequences, is designed to assist students as they prepare for two and four-year degree programs in technical fi elds.

CTP is developed in collaboration with business and industry partners and refl ects the trends in current and emerging careers and the need for lifelong learning. Students who elect to pursue a CTP course of study must earn at least four CTE credits in either a career pathway or a career cluster. At least one of these credits must be from an advanced level capstone course. Career pathways are clusters of courses within a focused technical area that provide students with the knowledge needed to make educated choices about career goals and the post-secondary education needed to reach those goals.

Students following a College University Prep course of study who are interested in technical careers can also meet the requirements for CTP by selecting four elective credits in a CTE pathway or cluster of their interest that meet the requirements for College Tech Prep. Students may complete

Career and Technical Education / College Tech Prep

both CTP and College University Prep requirements. A list of CTE courses in each career pathway and each career cluster can be found in the CTE/CTP section of this book. Students who entered ninth grade for the fi rst time prior to 2009-2010 will follow the CTE courses listed under Career Pathways. Students who entered ninth grade for the fi rst time in 2009-2010 or later will follow the CTE courses listed under Career Clusters.

Students should work with their parents, counselors and teachers to identify their interests, abilities and talents and develop an individualized high school plan that will prepare them for career goals and the post-secondary education needed to help them reach their goals.

Careers in technical fi elds and student interests are very diverse; therefore GCS offers more than 280 CTE course sequences meeting the CTE requirements for a CTP course of study. The selection of a Career Pathway or Career Cluster is not a permanent commitment and can be changed if student interests change; however, students should work closely with their school counselor to determine the effect that changes may have on meeting graduation requirements.

College Tech Prep ScholarshipStudents in GCS who are CTP completers and plan to continue their education at Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) in the same CTP course of study may be eligible for a two-year scholarship through the GTCC College Tech Prep Tuition Assistance Program. Interested students should contact their high school counselor or Career Development Coordinator for eligible CTP courses of study, scholarship criteria and an application. Students must have a minimum 2.0 grade point average and a C or better in each of the CTE courses in their CTP Course of Study to be eligible to apply for the scholarship.

Earning College Credit While In High SchoolGCS and GTCC have adopted the North Carolina High School to Community College Statewide Articulation Agreement which awards college credit at North Carolina community colleges to students completing select CTE courses. Under this agreement, GCS high school students have the opportunity to earn college credit prior to graduation by earning a raw score of 80 or higher on the CTE end-of –course assessments and earn a grade of B or better in their high school CTE course. See your school counselor or Career Development Coordinator for additional information and an advanced standing agreement application.

For more information about CTP visit the GCS Web site at:

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Social Studies - 3 creditsHealth/PE - 1 Credit

Career and Technical - 4 credits in a Career and Technical Education pathway including a second level advanced course.

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Post SecondaryCareer OpportunitiesLandscape ContractorGame WardenGreenhouse/Nursery ManagerParks & Recreation ManagerAgronomist/Turf ManagerAgribusiness/Farm ManagerSoil Scientist/ GeologistBiologistBiochemistAnimal Lab TechnicianEnvironmental EngineerResearch TechnicianGeneticistLandscape Architect/Design

AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES To become a CTP Completer in Agricultural and Natural Resources Technologies, a student must earn four CTE credits in this pathway with one of the credits being from an advanced level course identifi ed by an asterisk. For the graduating classes of 2010, 2011 and 2012 a student completing a College University Prep course of study may also meet the requirements for a CTP course of study by completing one of the pathway sequences.

Sample College Tech Prep Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Sequence IIIAgriscience Applications Agriscience Applications Agriscience ApplicationsAnimal Science I Horticulture I Horticulture IAnimal Science II*-Small Animal Horticulture II* Horticulture II-Landscape Additional course selected Additional course selected Construction*from the list below. from the list below. Additional course selected from the list below.

Courses in the Agricultural and Natural Resources Pathway

Course Name Credit Course Name Credit Agriscience Applications 1 Agriscience Advanced Studies 1 Animal Science I 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1 Animal Science II - Large Animal * 1 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1 Animal Science II - Small Animal* 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1 Horticulture I 1 Digital Communication Systems 1 Honors Horticulture II* 1 Scientifi c Visualization I 1 Horticulture II - Landscape Construction* 1 Drafting I 1 Horticulture II* Turf Grass Management 1

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Post SecondaryCareer OpportunitiesAccountantOffi ce TechnologiesParalegalAdvertisingMarketingEvent PlannerBusiness AdministrationTellerFinancial ManagerLoan AdministratorNetwork AdministratorHelp DeskComputer ProgrammerDatabase ProgrammerMicrocomputer Systems TechnicianInformation Systems Technician

BUSINESS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIESTo become a CTP Completer in Business and Information Technologies, a student must earn four CTE credits in this pathway with one of the credits being from an advanced level course identifi ed by an asterisk. For the graduating classes of 2010, 2011 and 2012 a student completing a College University Prep course of study may also meet the requirements for a CTP course of study by completing one of the above pathway sequences.

Sample College Tech Prep Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Sequence III Networking I Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher Computer Programming I Honors Network Administration* - Microsoft Computer Programming I SAS Programming Honors Network Administration* – Red Hat Computer Programming II* – VB.Net, Java, Oracle, and/ or C++ Database Programming I Computer Programming II* – VB.Net, Java, Oracle, and/ or C++ Honors Database Programming II* Sequence IV Sequence V Sequence VI Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher Marketing Multimedia and Web Page Design* Accounting I Marketing Management* Honors e-Commerce I Honors Computerized Accounting II* Sports and Entertainment Honors e-Commerce II Small Business Entrepreneurship* Marketing II* or Travel, Tourism & Recreation Marketing II* Small Business Entrepreneurship*

Courses in the Business And Information Technologies Pathway

Course Name Credit Course Name Credit Business & Information Technology Digital Communication Systems 1 Advanced Studies 1 Honors Computer Programming II* C++ 1 Business Law 1 Honors Computer Programming II* - Java 1 Business Management & Applications* 1 Database Programming I - Oracle* 1 Business Management & App.* Coop 2 Honors Database Programming II - Oracle 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship* 1 Marketing 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship* Coop 2 Marketing Coop 2 Computerized Accounting I 1 Marketing Management* 1 Honors Computerized Accounting II* 1 Marketing Management* Coop 2 Computerized Accounting II* Coop 2 Travel, Tourism & Recreation Mktg.* 1 Networking I 1 Travel, Tourism & Recreation Mktg.* Coop 2 Honors Network Admin II* (Red Hat) 2 Sports & Entertainment Mktg II* 1 Honors Network Admin II* (Microsoft) 2 Sports & Entertainment Mktg II* Coop 2 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1 Honors Network Engineering II - Cisco 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1 Computer Engineering Tech I 1 Multimedia and Web Page Design* 1 AP Computer Science A 1 Multimedia and Web Page Design* Coop 2 AP Computer Science AB 1 Honors E-Commerce I 1 Honors Strategic Marketing 1 Honors E-Commerce II 1 SAS Programming I 1 Computer Programming I VB.NET 1 SAS Programming II* 1 Honors Computer Programming II* VB.NET 1

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Post SecondaryCareer OpportunitiesMechanical EngineerElectrical EngineerStructural EngineerArchitectContractorBrick MasonElectricianService TechnicianProject ManagerEstimatorCarpenterDraftsmanBusiness Owner

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGIESTo become a CTP Completer in Construction Technologies, a student must earn four CTE credits in this pathway with one of the credits being from an advanced level course identifi ed by an asterisk. For the graduating classes of 2010, 2011 and 2012 a student completing a College University Prep course of study may also meet the require-ments for a CTP course of study by completing one of the above pathway sequences.

Sample College Tech Prep Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Sequence IIIDrafting I Drafting I Drafting ICarpentry I Electrical Trades I Heating, Ventilation and Air ConditioningCarpentry II* Electrical Trades II* Technology I Carpentry III Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology II* Sequence IV Sequence V Masonry I Drafting IMasonry II* Honors Drafting II* - ArchitectureMasonry III Drafting III – Architecture

Courses in the Construction Technologies Pathway

Course Name Credit Course Name CreditMasonry I 1 Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning I 1Masonry II* 2 Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning II* 1 Masonry III 2 Drafting I 1Carpentry I 1 Drafting II-Architectural* 1Carpentry II* 2 Drafting III-Architectural 1Carpentry III 2 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1Electrical Trades I 1 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1Electrical Trades II* 2 Microsoft Excel and Access 1 Digital Communication Systems 1

Post SecondaryCareer OpportunitiesPhotographerMedical IllustratorVideo EditorPhoto JournalistGraphic ArtistFilm and Video Production DirectorAdvertising Business Owner

COMMERCIAL AND ARTISTIC PRODUCTIONSTo become a CTP Completer in Commercial and Artistic Production Technologies, a student must earn four CTE credits in this pathway with one of the credits being from an advanced level course identifi ed by an asterisk. For the graduating classes of 2010, 2011 and 2012 a student completing a College University Prep course of study may also meet the requirements for a CTP course of study by completing one of the above pathway sequences.

Sample College Tech Prep Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher Microsoft Word, Power Point, PublisherScientifi c Visualization I Digital Media IDigital Media I Digital Media IIDigital Media II T&I Advanced Studies

Courses in the Commercial and Artistic Productions Pathway

Course Name Credit Course Name Credit Commercial Art I 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1 Commercial Art II* 2 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1 Digital Media I 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1 Digital Media II* 1 Technology, Engineering and Design 1 Drafting I 1 Communications Systems 1 Scientifi c Visualization I 1 Digital Communication Systems 1 T&I Advanced Studies 1

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Post SecondaryCareer OpportunitiesComputer TechnicianNetwork EngineerNetwork InstallerCAD DrafterDesign EngineerInspectorProduction PlannerCable InstallationHardware InstallationElectrical EngineerMechanical EngineerElectronics

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIESTo become a CTP Completer in Engieering Technologies, a student must earn four CTE credits in this pathway with one of the credits being from an advanced level course identifi ed by an asterisk. For the graduating classes of 2010, 2011 and 2012 a student completing a College University Prep course of study may also meet the require-ments for a CTP course of study by completing one of the above pathway sequences.

Sample College Tech Prep Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Sequence IIINetworking I Electronics I Technology, EngineeringHonors Networking II* - Cisco Computer Engineering Technology I and DesignHonors Networking III* - Cisco Honors Computer Engineering Electronics I Advanced Studies Cisco Security Technology II* Honors Electronics II* Advanced Studies in Home Technology Integration

Sequence IV Sequence V Sequence VIScientifi c Visualization I Technology, Engineering and Design Drafting IScientifi c Visualization II* Drafting I Honors Drafting II – Engineering*Game Art and Design I Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW) Honors Drafting III-Engineering*Game Art and Design II* Principles of Engineering (PLTW) Drafting Advanced Studies

Courses in the Engineering Technologies Pathway

Course Name Credit Course Name Credit Technology, Engineering and Design 1 Electronics I 1 Communications Systems* 1 Honors Electronics II* 2 Scientifi c Visualization I 1 Computer Engineering Tech I 1 Honors Scientifi c Visualization II * 1 Honors Computer Engineering Tech II* 1 Scientifi c Visualization Adv. Studies 1 Adv. Stud. Home Tech. Integration 1 Drafting I 1 Game Art and Design l 1 Honors Drafting II-Engineering* 1 Game Art and Design II* 1 Honors Drafting III-Engineering 1 Honors Network Admin II (Red Hat) 2 Networking I 1 Honors Network Admin II (Microsoft) 2 Honors Networking II - Cisco* 1 Digital Communication Systems 1 Honors Networking III Cisco 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1 Cisco Security 1 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1 Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW) 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1 Principles of Engineering (PLTW)

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Post SecondaryCareer OpportunitiesRegistered NursePharmacistPharmacy TechnicianRespiratory TherapistDental HygienistDental AssistantDental Lab TechnicianVeterinarianPhysician’s AssistantNurse Practitioner RadiologistHealth EducatorMedical AssistantCertifi ed Nurse AssistantPhysician

HEALTH SCIENCESTo become a CTP Completer in Health Sciences, a student must earn four CTE credits in this pathway with one of the credits being from an advanced level course identifi ed by an asterisk. For the graduating classes of 2010, 2011 and 2012 a student completing a College University Prep course of study may also meet the requirements for a CTP course of study by completing one of the above pathway sequences.

Sample College Tech Prep Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Sequence IIIBiomedical Technology Biomedical Technology Biomedical TechnologyMedical Careers I Health Team Relations Health Team RelationsMedical Careers II* Medical Careers I Medical Careers I Honors Medical Sciences II* Pharmacy Technology

Courses in the Health Sciences Pathway

Course Name Credit Course Name Credit Health Team Relations 1 Pharmacy Technician 1 Biomedical Technology 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1 Medical Careers I 1 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1 Medical Careers II* 2 Microsoft Excel and Access 1 Medical Careers Advanced Studies I 1 Digital Communication Systems 1 Honors Medical Science II* 1 Parenting and Child Development 1

Post SecondaryCareer OpportunitiesPre School TeacherElementary TeacherChild Care Assistant DietitianNutritionistSous-ChefBakery chefExecutive ChefFood Service managerBusiness OwnerConsumer Scientist

PUBLIC SERVICE TECHNOLOGIESTo become a CTP Completer in Public Service Technologies, a student must earn four CTE credits in this pathway with one of the credits being from an advanced level course identifi ed by an asterisk. For the graduating classes of 2010, 2011 and 2012 a student completing a College University Prep course of study may also meet the require-ments for a CTP course of study by completing one of the above pathway sequences.

Sample College Tech Prep Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Culinary Arts I Early Childhood Education ICulinary Arts II* Honors Early Childhood Education II*

Courses in the Public Service Technologies Pathway

Course Name Credit Course Name Credit Early Childhood Education I 2 Family & consumer Sciences Advanced Studies 1 Honors Early Childhood Education II* 2 Parenting & Child Development 1 Culinary Arts & Hospitality I 2 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1 Culinary Arts & Hospitality II* 2 Microsoft Excel and Access 1 Digital Communication Systems 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1

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Post SecondaryCareer OpportunitiesMachinistCNC OperatorIndustrial EngineerMechanical EngineerTool MakerDie MakerProduction PlannerMetal FabricatorCNC ProgrammerInspectorDesign EngineerMold MakerCAD Operator

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIESTo become a CTP Completer in Industrial Technologies, a student must earn four CTE credits in this pathway with one of the credits being from an advanced level course identifi ed by an asterisk. For the graduating classes of 2010, 2011 and 2012 a student completing a College University Prep course of study may also meet the require-ments for a CTP course of study by completing one of the above pathway sequences.

Sample College Tech Prep Course Sequences

Sequence I Metals ManufacturingTechnology I Metals ManufacturingTechnology II*

Courses in the Industrial Technologies Pathway

Course Name Credit Course Name Credit Metals Manufacturing Technology I 1 Electronics I 1 Metals Manufacturing Technology II* 2 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1 Drafting I 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1 Technology, Engineering and Design 1 Digital Communication Systems 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1

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Post SecondaryCareer OpportunitiesService TechnicianParts ManagementService ManagementEquipment OperatorDesign EngineerAuto Body TechnicianAuto Body PainterBusiness OwnerService WriterEstimatorMechanical EngineerGeneral Manager

TRANSPORT SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGIESTo become a CTP Completer in Transport Systems Technologies, a student must earn four CTE credits in this pathway with one of the credits being from an advanced level course identifi ed by an asterisk. For the graduating classes of 2010, 2011 and 2012 a student completing a College University Prep course of study may also meet the requirements for a CTP course of study by completing one of the above pathway sequences.

Sample College Tech Prep Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Sequence IIIAutomotive Technology I Collision Repair Technology I Diesel Technology IAutomotive Technology II* Collision Repair Technology II* Diesel Technology II*Automotive Technology III or Additional course selectedAdditional course selected from the list below from the list below

Courses in the Transport Systems Technologies Pathway

Course Name Credit Course Name Credit Diesel Technology I 2 Auto Service Tech I 1 Diesel Technology II* 2 Auto Service Tech II* 2 Collision Repair Technology I 1 Auto Service Tech III 2 Collision Repair Technology II* 2 Drafting I 1 Collision Repair Advanced Studies 1 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1 Electronics I 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1 Technology, Engineering and Design 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1 Digital Communication Systems 1

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AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND NATURAL RESOURCESTo meet the requirements for CTP a student must complete the high school graduation requirements for UNC General Administration admis-sions and/or Community College and select four CTE credits from within a Career Cluster related to their post-secondary goals. At least three of the credits must come from foundational courses. At least one of the foundational courses must be at the completer level, identifi ed by an asterisk. The fourth credit can be either a foundational or enhancement course.

Sample College Tech Prep Career Cluster Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Sequence IIIAgriscience Applications Agriscience Applications Agriscience ApplicationsAnimal Science I Horticulture I Horticulture IAnimal Science II*-Small Animal Horticulture II* Horticulture II-Landscape Agriscience Advanced Studies Small Business Entrepreneurship Construction* Marketing

Courses in the Agricultural, Food and Natural Resources Career Cluster

Foundational Courses Credit Enhancement Courses CreditAgriscience Advanced Studies 1 Automotive Technology I 1Agriscience Applications 1 Biomedical Technology 1 Animal Science I 1 Business Law 1Animal Science II - Large Animal * 1 Business Management & Applications 1Animal Science II - Small Animal* 1 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1Horticulture I 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1Honors Horticulture II* 1 Accounting I 1Horticulture II - Landscape Construction* 1 Digital Communication Systems 1Horticulture II Turf Grass Management* 1 Drafting I 1 Technology, Engineering and Design 1 Marketing 1

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ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTIONTo meet the requirements for CTP a student must complete the high school graduation requirements for UNC General Administration admissions and/or Community College and select four CTE credits from within a Career Cluster related to their post-secondary goals. At least three of the credits must come from foundational courses. At least one of the foundational courses must be at the completer level, identifi ed by an asterisk. The fourth credit can be either a foundational or enhancement course.

Sample College Tech Prep Career Cluster Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Sequence IIICarpentry I Electrical Trades I Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology ICarpentry II* Electrical Trades II* Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology II*Carpentry III T&I Apprenticeship T&I Apprenticeship

Sequence IV Sequence V Masonry I Technology, Engineering and DesignMasonry II* Drafting IMasonry III Drafting-Architectural II* Drafting-Architectural III*

Courses in the Architecture and Construction Career Cluster

Foundational Courses Credit Enhancement Courses CreditCarpentry I 1 Business Law 1Carpentry II* 2 Business Management & App. 1Carpentry III 2 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1Drafting I 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1Drafting- Architectural II* 1 Technology, Engineering and Design 1Drafting -Architectural III 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1Electrical Trades I 1 Housing & Interiors I 1 Electrical Trades II* 2 Housing & Interiors II 1 Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning I 1 Family & Consumer Sciences Advanced Studies 1 Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning II* 2 Masonry I 1 Masonry II* 2 Masonry III 2 T&I Apprenticeship 1

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ARTS, AUDIO/VIDEO TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATIONSTo meet the requirements for CTPa student must complete the high school graduation requirements for UNC General Administration admis-sions and/or Community College and select four CTE credits from within a Career Cluster related to their post-secondary goals. At least three of the credits must come from foundational courses. At least one of the foundational courses must be at the completer level, identifi ed by an asterisk. The fourth credit can be either a foundational or enhancement course.

Sample College Tech Prep Career Cluster Course Sequences

Sequence I Technology, Engineering and DesignDigital Media IDigital Media II* Scientifi c & Technical Visualization I

Courses in the Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications Career Cluster

Foundational Courses Credit Enhancement Courses CreditDigital Media 1 1 Business Law 1Digital Media II* 1 Business Management & App. 1Drafting I 1 Communications Systems 1Scientifi c & Technical Visualization I 1 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1 Digital Communication Systems 1 Technology, Engineering and Design 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATIONTo meet the requirements for CTP a student must complete the high school graduation requirements for UNC General Administration admis-sions and/or Community College and select four CTE credits from within a Career Cluster related to their post-secondary goals. At least three of the credits must come from foundational courses. At least one of the foundational courses must be at the completer level, identifi ed by an asterisk. The fourth credit can be either a foundational or enhancement course.

Sample College Tech Prep Career Cluster Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Sequence III Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher Multimedia and Web Page Design* Multimedia and Web Page Design* Multimedia and Web Page Design*Business Law Accounting I Honors e-Commerce ISmall Business Entrepreneurship Business Management & Applications* Small Business Entrepreneurship

Courses in the Business Management and Administration Career Cluster

Foundational Courses Credit Enhancement Courses CreditBusiness Law 1 Computer Engineering Tech I 1Business Management & Applications* 1 Digital Media I 1Computerized Accounting I 1 Honors e-Commerce I 1Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1 Networking I 1Multimedia and Web Page Design* 1 Honors Strategic Marketing 1Digital Communication Systems 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1Business & Information Technology Advanced Studies 1

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FINANCETo meet the requirements for CTP a student must complete the high school graduation requirements for UNC General Administration admis-sions and/or Community College and select four CTE credits from within a Career Cluster related to their post-secondary goals. At least three of the credits must come from foundational courses. At least one of the foundational courses must be at the completer level, identifi ed by an asterisk. The fourth credit can be either a foundational or enhancement course.

Sample College Tech Prep Career Cluster Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Accounting I Microsoft Excel and AccessHonors Computerized Accounting II* Accounting IBusiness Law Honors Computerized Accounting II*Small Business Entrepreneurship Small Business Entrepreneurship

Courses in the Finance Career Cluster

Foundational Courses Credit Enhancement Courses CreditBusiness Law 1 Business Management & Applications 1Accounting I 1 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1Honors Computerized Accounting II* 1Small Business Entrepreneurship 1Business & Information Technology Advanced Studies 1Microsoft Excel and Access 1

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HEALTH SCIENCETo meet the requirements for CTP a student must complete the high school graduation requirements for UNC General Administration admis-sions and/or Community College and select four CTE credits from within a Career Cluster related to their post-secondary goals. At least three of the credits must come from foundational courses. At least one of the foundational courses must be at the completer level, identifi ed by an asterisk. The fourth credit can be either a foundational or enhancement course.

Sample College Tech Prep Career Cluster Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Sequence III Biomedical Technology Biomedical Technology Biomedical TechnologyMedical Careers I Health Team Relations Health Team RelationsMedical Careers II* Medical Careers I Medical Careers I Honors Medical Sciences II* Pharmacy Technology*

Courses in the Health Science Career Cluster

Foundational Courses Credit Enhancement Courses CreditBiomedical Technology 1 Business Law 1Health Team Relations 1 Business Management & Applications 1Medical Careers I 1 Accounting I 1Medical Careers II* 2 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1 Honors Medical Science II* 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1Pharmacy Technology* 1 Digital Communication Systems 1Medical Careers Advanced Studies 1 Marketing 1Health Science II 1 Scientifi c and Technical Visualization 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1

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HOSPITALITY AND TOURISMTo meet the requirements for CTP a student must complete the high school graduation requirements for UNC General Administration admis-sions and/or Community College and select four CTE credits from within a Career Cluster related to their post-secondary goals. At least three of the credits must come from foundational courses. At least one of the foundational courses must be at the completer level, identifi ed by an asterisk. The fourth credit can be either a foundational or enhancement course.

Sample College Tech Prep Career Cluster Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Culinary Arts I Microsoft Word, Power Point, PublisherCulinary Arts II* Sports and Entertainment Marketing I Sports and Entertainment Marketing II* Travel, Tourism & Recreation Marketing *

Courses in the Hospitality and Tourism Career Cluster

Foundational Courses Credit Enhancement Courses CreditCulinary Arts I 2 Business Law 1Culinary Arts II* 2 Business Management & Applications 1Sports and Entertainment Marketing I 1 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1Sports & Entertainment Mktg. II* 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1Travel, Tourism & Recreation Mktg.* 1 Digital Communication Systems 1Marketing Advanced Studies 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1Family and Consumer Sciences Advanced Studies 1

HUMAN SERVICESTo meet the requirements for CTP a student must complete the high school graduation requirements for UNC General Administration admis-sions and/or Community College and select four CTE credits from within a Career Cluster related to their post-secondary goals. At least three of the credits must come from foundational courses. At least one of the foundational courses must be at the completer level, identifi ed by an asterisk. The fourth credit can be either a foundational or enhancement course.

Sample College Tech Prep Career Cluster Course Sequences

Sequence I Early Childhood Education IHonors Early Childhood Education II*

Courses in Human Services Career Cluster

Foundational Courses Credit Enhancement Courses CreditEarly Childhood Education I 2 Business Law 1Honors Early Childhood Education II* 2 Business Management & Applications 1Parenting & Child Development 1 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1Family and Consumer Sciences Advanced Studies 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1 Digital Communication Systems 1 Health Team Relations 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYTo meet the requirements for CTP a student must complete the high school graduation requirements for UNC General Administration admissions and/or Community College and select four CTE credits from within a Career Cluster related to their post-secondary goals. At least three of the credits must come from foundational courses. At least one of the foundational courses must be at the completer level, identifi ed by an asterisk. The fourth credit can be either a foundational or enhancement course.

Sample College Tech Prep Career Cluster Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Sequence III Networking I Networking I Microsoft Word, Power Point, PublisherHonors Network Engineering II* - Cisco Computer Engineering Technology I Multimedia and Web Page Design*Honors Network Engineering III - Cisco Honors Computer Engineering Technology II* Honors e-Commerce ICisco Security Advanced Studies in Home Technology Integration Honors e-Commerce II*

Sequence IV Sequence V Sequence VINetworking I Computer Programming I Computer Programming INetwork Administration II - Computer Programming II* VB.Net SAS Programming I Microsoft* Computer Programming II* Java Database Programming I - OracleNetwork Administration II - Computer Programming II* C++ Honors Database Programming II Red Hat* - Oracle and/or SAS Programming II*

Courses in the Information Technology Career Cluster

Foundational Courses Credit Enhancement Courses CreditAP Computer Science A 1 Communications Systems 1Adv. Stud. Home Tech. Integration 1 Multimedia and Web Page Design* 1Cisco Security 1 Digital Media I 1Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1 Drafting I 1Computer Engineering Tech I 1 Technology, Engineering and Design 1Honors Computer Engineering Tech II* 1 Scientifi c and Technical Visualization I 1Computer Programming I VB.NET 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1Honors Computer Programming II* - Java 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1Honors Computer Programming II* C++ 1Honors Computer Programming II* VB.NET 1Database Programming I - Oracle 1Honors Database Programming II - Oracle* 1Digital Communication Systems 1Honors e-Commerce I 1Honors e-Commerce II* 1Networking I 1Honors Network Admin II* (Microsoft) 1Honors Network Admin II* (Red Hat) 1Honors Network Admin III* (Microsoft Desktop Support Tec.) 1Honors Networking II* - Cisco 1Honors Networking III - Cisco 1SAS Programming I 1SAS Programming II* 1Business & Information Technology Advanced Studies 1

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MANUFACTURINGTo meet the requirements for CTP a student must complete the high school graduation requirements for UNC General Administration admis-sions and/or Community College and select four CTE credits from within a Career Cluster related to their post-secondary goals. At least three of the credits must come from foundational courses. At least one of the foundational courses must be at the completer level, identifi ed by an asterisk. The fourth credit can be either a foundational or enhancement course.

Sample College Tech Prep Career Cluster Course Sequences

Sequence I Metals Manufacturing Technology IMetals Manufacturing Technology II*Drafting I

Courses in the Manufacturing Career Cluster

Foundational Courses Credit Enhancement Courses CreditDrafting I 1 Business Management & Applications 1Electronics I 1 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1Metals Manufacturing Technology I 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1Metals Manufacturing Technology II* 2 Digital Communication Systems 1 Honors e-Commerce I 1 Technology, Engineering and Design 1 Marketing 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1 Honors Strategic Marketing 1

MARKETINGTo meet the requirements for CTP a student must complete the high school graduation requirements for UNC General Administration admis-sions and/or Community College and select four CTE credits from within a Career Cluster related to their post-secondary goals. At least three of the credits must come from foundational courses. At least one of the foundational courses must be at the completer level, identifi ed by an asterisk. The fourth credit can be either a foundational or enhancement course.

Sample College Tech Prep Career Cluster Course Sequences

Sequence I MarketingMarketing Management*Small Business Entrepreneurship*Business LawMicrosoft Word, Power Point, Publisher

Courses in the Marketing Career Cluster

Foundational Courses Credit Enhancement Courses CreditMarketing 1 Business Law 1Marketing Management* 1 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1Small Business Entrepreneurship* 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1Honors Strategic Marketing 1 Accounting I 1Marketing Advanced Studies 1 Digital Communication Systems 1 Digital Media I 1 Honors e-Commerce I 1

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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICSTo meet the requirements for CTP a student must complete the high school graduation requirements for UNC General Administration admissions and/or Community College and select four CTE credits from within a Career Cluster related to their post-secondary goals. At least three of the credits must come from Foundational courses. At least one of the foundational courses must be at the completer level, identifi ed by an asterisk. The fourth credit can be either a foundational or enhancement course.

Sample College Tech Prep Career Cluster Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Technology, Engineering and Design Scientifi c Visualization IDrafting I Scientifi c Visualization II*Honors Drafting II – Engineering* Game Art and Design IHonors Drafting III-Engineering Game Art and Design II*

Sequence III Technology, Engineering and Design Electronics I Honors Electronics II*

Courses in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Career Cluster

Foundational Courses Credit Enhancement Courses CreditCommunications Systems* 1 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1Computer Engineering Tech I 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1Drafting I 1 Digital Communication Systems 1Honors Drafting II-Engineering* 1 Digital Media I 1 Honors Drafting III-Engineering 1 Electronics I 1 Honors Electronics II* 2 Introduction to Engineering and Design 1 Principles of Engineering* 1 Technology, Engineering and Design 1 Game Art and Design I 1 Game Art and Design II* 1 Networking I 1 Scientifi c Visualization I 1 Honors Scientifi c Visualization II * 1 Scientifi c Visualization Adv. Studies 1Networking Engineering Technology II 1

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TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION AND LOGISTICSTo meet the requirements for CTP a student must complete the high school graduation requirements for UNC General Administration admis-sions and/or Community College and select four CTE credits from within a Career Cluster related to their post-secondary goals. At least three of the credits must come from foundational courses. At least one of the foundational courses must be at the completer level, identifi ed by an asterisk. The fourth credit can be either a foundational or enhancement course.

Sample College Tech Prep Career Cluster Course Sequences

Sequence I Sequence II Sequence III Automotive Technology I Technology, Engineering and Design Diesel Technology IAutomotive Technology II* Collision Repair Technology I Diesel Technology II*Automotive Technology III Collision Repair Technology II*

Courses in the Transportation, Distribution and Logistics Career Cluster

Foundational Courses Credit Enhancement Courses CreditAuto Service Tech I 1 Business Law 1Auto Service Tech II* 2 Business Management & App. 1Auto Service Tech III 2 Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher 1Collision Repair Technology I 1 Microsoft Excel and Access 1Collision Repair Technology II* 2 Accounting I 1Collision Repair Advanced Studies 1 Digital Communication Systems 1Diesel Technology I 2 Technology, Engineering and Design 1 Diesel Technology II* 2 Marketing 1 Small Business Entrepreneurship 1

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ARTS EDUCATION CONCENTRATIONS Four units needed to complete concentrations.

Concentrations are not required for graduation by GCS but are recommended

MUSIC - INSTRUMENTAL - BAND CONCENTRATION

Level Course Prerequisites 1 Concert Band I None 2 Concert Band II* Conceret Band I 3 Advanced Band* Concert Band II and/or audition 4 Band/Wind or Honors Band/Wind Advanced Band and /or audition

MUSIC - INSTRUMENTAL - BAND ENRICHMENT** Course Prerequisites Jazz Band Audition Music Theory None AP Music Theory Music Assessment/Teacher Approval IB Music Perspectives (selected schools) Music Assessment/Teacher Approval Orchestra Courses Music Assessment/Teacher Approval

* Students who have passed Concert Band I or Concert Band II may audition and enter Advanced Band and/or Band/Wind or Honors Band/Wind at the discretion of the teacher and guidance counselor.

** Instrumental Music (Band) students may enroll in band enrichment in addition to ensemble courses if schedule permits.

MUSIC - INSTRUMENTAL - ORCHESTRA CONCENTRATION Level Course Prerequisites 1 Orchestra (Year I) None 2 Orchestra* (Year 2) Orchestra (Year I) 3 Orchestra (Year 3) or Honors Orchestra (Year 1) Orchestra (Year 2) or audition 4 Orchestra (Year 4) or Honors Orchestra (Year 2) Orchestra (Year 3) and/or audition

MUSIC - INSTRUMENTAL - ORCHESTRA ENRICHMENT** Course Prerequisites Jazz Band Audition Music Theory None AP Music Theory Music Assessment/Teacher Approval IB Music Perspectives (selected schools) Music Assessment/Teacher Approval Band Courses Music Assessment/Teacher Approval

* Students who have passed Orchestra I or Orchestra II may audition and enter Orchestra III or Honors Orchestra at the discretion of the teacher and guidance counselor.

** Instrumental Music (Orchestra) students may enroll in orchestra enrichment in addition to ensemble courses if schedule permits.

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ARTS EDUCATION CONCENTRATIONS Four units needed to complete concentrations.

Concentrations are not required for graduation by GCS but are recommended

MUSIC - VOCAL - CHORUS CONCENTRATION

Level Course Prerequisites 1 Mixed Chorus and/or Women’s Chorus• None (MC) Audition (WC) 2 Advanced Chorus and/or Women’s Chorus and/or Concert Choir* Audition 3 Concert Choir and/or Vocal Ensemble or Honors Vocal Ensemble* Audition 4 Vocal Ensemble or Honors Vocal Ensemble• Audition

MUSIC - VOCAL - CHORUS ENRICHMENT* Course Prerequisites Music Theory None AP Music Theory Music Assessment/Teacher Approval IB Music Perspectives (selected schools) Music Assessment/Teacher Approval * There are multiple choral classes which may be utilized at the different grade levels. Those choral ensemble courses not taken by students in the concentration may take them as chorus enrichment.

MUSIC - GUITAR CONCENTRATION Schedule Course Prerequisites Year 1 Studio Guitar None Year 2 Studio Guitar None Year 3 Advanced Studio Guitar Studio Guitar/Teacher Approval/Audition Year 4 Advanced Studio Guitar Studio Guitar/Teacher Approval/Audition

MUSIC - GUITAR ENRICHMENT* Course Prerequisites Jazz Band None Music Theory None AP Music Theory Music Assessment/Teacher Approval IB Music Perspectives (selected schools) Music Assessment/Teacher Approval

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Concentrations are not required for graduation by GCS but are recommended

DANCE CONCENTRATION

Level Course Prerequisites 1 Dance I None 2 Dance II* Dance I and audition 3 Advanced Dance* Dance II and audition 4 Honors Advanced Dance Advanced Dance and audition

DANCE ENRICHMENT* Course Prerequisites Ballet I* None Ballet II* Ballet I and audition Modern Dance I* None Modern Dance II* Modern Dance I and audition Honors Modern Dance* Modern Dance II and audition Tap I None

* Dance enrichment courses may be taken in lieu of levels 1-3 of dance concentration courses.

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DRAMA CONCENTRATION (MODULE ONE) Level Course Prerequisites 1 Drama I None 2 Drama II Drama I 3 Drama III Drama II 4 Drama Production or Drama IV Drama III

DRAMA CONCENTRATION (MODULE TWO) Level Course Prerequisites 1 Drama I None 2 Advanced Theater Drama I and audition 3 Honors Advanced Theater I with Lab Advanced Theater and audition 4 Honors Advanced Theater II with Lab or IB Theater Arts Honors I and audition (selected schools)

DRAMA ENRICHMENT Course Prerequisites Media Performance (selected schools) None

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Level Course Prerequisites 1 Art I None 2 Art II Art I/Teacher Approval 3 Art III Art II/Teacher Approval 4 Art IV or Honors Art IV or AP Art Course Art III and Teacher Approval and/or portfolio

AP SELECTIONS Course Pre-/Co-requisites AP Art 2-D Design Portfolio Pre-Art I, II, III / Co- Art/2D Lab AP Art 3-D Design Portfolio Pre- Art I, II, III / Co- Art/3D Lab AP Art Drawing Portfolio Pre- Portfolio Assessment/Art III / Co-Art/Drawing Lab AP Art History Teacher Approval

IB ART SELECTIONS Course Pre-/Co-requisites Art/Design Must be planning to enroll in IB program IB Art/Design SL Co-Studio Art Lab IB Art/Design HL Pre-IB Art/Design SL

COMPUTER GRAPHICS CONCENTRATION

Level Course Prerequisites 1 Computer Graphics I None 2 Computer Graphics II Computer Graphics I 3 Computer Graphics III Computer Graphics II 4 Art Enrichment Various

PHOTOGRAPHIC DESIGN CONCENTRATION

Level Course Prerequisites 1 Photographic Design I None 2 Photographic Design II Photographic Design I 3 Photographic Design III Photographic Design II 4 Art Enrichment Various

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GCS HIGH SCHOOLSAndrews High1920 McGuinn DriveHigh Point, NC 27265819-2800

Doris Henderson Newcomers School 411 Friendway Road Greensboro, NC 27410 316-5883

Dudley High1200 Lincoln St.Greensboro, NC 27401370-8130

Eastern High415 Peeden DriveGibsonville, NC 27249449-6311

Greensboro College Middle College815 West Market St.Greensboro, NC 27401370-8300

Grimsley High801 Westover TerraceGreensboro, NC 27408370-8180

High Point Central High801 Ferndale Blvd.High Point, NC 27262819-2825

Northeast High6700 McLeansville RoadMcLeansville, NC 27301375-2500

Northern High7101 Spencer Dixon Road Greensboro, NC 27455643-8449

Northwest High5240 Northwest School Road Greensboro, NC 27409605-3300

Page High201 Alma Pinnix DriveGreensboro, NC 27405370-8200

Penn-Griffin School for the Arts825 E. Washington DriveHigh Point, NC 27260819-2870

Pruette SCALE Academy900 English Road High Point, NC 27262 878-5380

Ragsdale High602 High Point RoadJamestown, NC 27282819-2960

SCALE – Greensboro116 Pisgah Church Road Greensboro, NC 27405 545-2031

Smith High2407 S. Holden RoadGreensboro, NC 27407294-7300

Southeast High4530 Southeast School RoadGreensboro, NC 27406674-4300

Southern High5700 Drake RoadGreensboro, NC 27406674-4250

Southwest High4364 Barrow Road High Point, NC 27265819-2970

The Academy at Central700 Chestnut Drive High Point, NC 27262885-7905

The Academy at Smith2225 S. Holden RoadGreensboro, NC 27407316-5866

The Early College at Guilford5608 W. Friendly Ave.Greensboro, NC 27410316-2860

The Middle College at Bennett722 Gorrell St. Greensboro, NC 27401517-1832

The Middle College at GTCC - Greensboro3505 E. Wendover Ave.Greensboro, NC 27401375-2466

The Middle College at GTCC - High Point901 S. Main St. High Point, NC 27262819-4111

The Middle College at GTCC - Jamestown601 High Point RoadJamestown, NC 27282819-2957

The Middle College at N.C. A&T1601 E. Market St.Greensboro, NC 27411691-0941

Twilight School 116 Pisgah Church RoadGreensboro, NC 27405282-6797

Weaver Academy for Performing/Visual Arts and Advanced Technology300 S. Spring St.Greensboro, NC 27401370-8282

Western High409 Friendway RoadGreensboro, NC 27410316-5800

In compliance with federal laws, Guilford County Schools administers all educational programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination because of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, color, age, military service, disability or gender, except where exemption is appropriate and allowed by law. Refer to the Board of Education’s Discrimination Free Environment Policy AC for a complete statement. Inquiries or complaints should be directed to the Guilford County Schools Compliance Officer, 120 Franklin Blvd., Greensboro, NC 27401; 336-370-2323.