Center Grove High School Class of 2013 Mapping Out Your Future

1. Center Grove High SchoolClass of 2013Mapping Out Your Future

2. Guidance Department Staff • A-Bo Mrs. Pam Price, Director • Br-Fi Mrs. Kathy Buckingham • Fl-Ke Mr. Steve Gantz • Ki-Ni Mrs. Jill Yoder for Mrs. Arbuckle • No-So Mr. Kevin McDonough • Sp-Z Mrs. Jean Welton • Guidance Secretary Mrs. Patty McOuat • RegistrarMrs. Beth Duffey

3. Scheduling Timeline • Keystone Scheduling Presentation December 11 and 14, 2009 • Counselor Assistance in Keystone Classes December 15 or December 16, 2009 • Freshmen Scheduling Meeting January 2010 • Parent Scheduling Night January 27, 2010 in CGHS Auditorium

4. Students should have... • 2010-2011 Academic Guide • CGHS Course List

5. Academic Guide Graduation Requirements Diploma Types • Core 40 • Core 40 with Academic Honors • Core 40 with Technical Honors Course Descriptions

6. CGHS Career Majors • Review each CGHS Career Major and find the one that matches your selected career or career cluster from EXPLORE and DISCOVER. (Page 24 of AG) • If your career plan is different than what you found on EXPLORE and DISCOVER, then select the appropriate Career Major. • Check out the Academic Guide or CGHS Guidance website for more details on career majors.

7. Graduation Plan • CGHS Career Major and Career Interests • College/Post-Secondary Plan • EXPLORE, PLAN, PSAT, SAT, ACT, ECA • Grade-Level Checklists • 4 Year Course Plan • Extra-Curricular Activities, Community Service, Employment

8. 4 Year Course Plan Key Points for Course Selection • Required Course Subjects are already entered on 4 year plan. You will need to click on the item to select a level or specific course. • Diploma Type: Make sure you meet the requirements of your Diploma Type. This includes Foreign Language, Fine Arts, and AP/Dual Credit requirements for Academic Honors Diploma. • Pay attention to the prerequisites and suggested classes for each course. This is one of the purposes of a 4 Year Plan. • One Semester vs. Full Year Courses • CAREER MAJOR ELECTIVES • Are you considering Central Nine, Early College or The Center for 21st Century Learning?

9. Central Nine Career Center • C9 Website:       www.central9.k12.in.us • Current 9th graders can apply for a C9 program next year if they will not be taking more than the following courses: •  1 English • 1 Math • 1 Science • PE/Health • C9 students will receive 4 elective credits per semester next year. • Applications for C9 next year are available from your Guidance Counselor. • For those applying, fill out your application and driving form with parent signature, and return to your counselor ASAP. • Applications are dated as received, first come, first serve (however, juniors/seniors have first priority). • ALL SOPHOMORES ATTENDING C9 WILL RIDE THE BUS TO AND FROM CENTRAL 9 NEXT YEAR.

10. Early College @ CGHS

11. “What if a school could predict the future for every student that entered its doors? • What if that school could provide each student with the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in life? • What if this school could discover the true potential in every one of its students? • What if has now become what is. Welcome to The Early College at CG…

12. Students who want to : Learn in a classroom with a college-feeling environment and get a head-start on college. Learn in a more personalized way where teachers know you well Learn with a 1:1 laptop computer available 24/7 Earn college credit while in high school with a possibility of earning up to an Associate’s Degree Learn through a mixture of traditional and project based learning approaches Be supported through mentoring from your teacher and through study tables Experience digital learning through blogging and distance learning

13. Possible sophomore year schedule(strong student who can pass the Accuplacer)

14. Possible sophomore year schedule(average student who can pass the Accuplacer)

15. Possible sophomore year schedule(weaker students who won’t take the Accuplacer)

16. How do I apply to The EC@CG? • Pick up an application from the Guidance Office after January 5th OR • Go online, download and print out the application to complete. • Complete the application and turn it into the Guidance Office by February 1st. • Questions, see Mrs. Hillman in the Main Office or Mrs. Hensley, Rm 164, EC Lead Teacher.

17. A New Technology High School The Center for 21st Century Learning

18. Three Key Elements • A new instructional approach that engages learners. • A culture that empowers students and teachers. • Integrated use of technology.

19. “a 21st century learning environment”

20. Lobby(viewed from Southwest)

21. West Hallway(viewed from North)

22. Integrated Learning Studio(viewed from Northeast)

23. Internet Café(viewed from West)

24. Internet Café(viewed from Northeast)

25. Zebra New TechStudent Created Video • Creative Winner

26. Project Lead the Way

27. PLTW: Biomedical Sciences • The PLTW Biomedical Sciences™ program offers high school students a dynamic curriculum that uses real world experience and hands on learning. Students with interest in exploring the variety that medicine offers will find PLTW’s Biomedical Sciences™ program a fantastic doorway to the future of the industry.

28. PLTW: Biomedical Sciences Course #1: Principles of the Biomedical Sciences · Student Work involves the study of human medicine, research processes, and an introduction to bioinformatics · Students investigate the human body systems and various health conditions including: heart disease, diabetes, sickle cell disease, hypercholesterolemia, and infectious disease Course # 2: Human Body Systems · Students study basic human physiology, especially in relationship to human health. A central theme is how the body systems work together to maintain internal balance and good health · Students use data acquisition software to monitor body functions and use the anatomy with clay manikins to study body structure. Course #3: Medical Interventions · Student projects will investigate various medical interventions that extend and improve the quality of life including: diagnostics, surgery, bio-nanotechnology, pharmacology, prosthetics, rehabilitation, and life style choices. Course #4: Science Research In this capstone course, students will design and conduct experiments related to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease or illness. They will apply their knowledge and skills to answer questions or to solve problems related to the biomedical sciences.

29. Who should take these Biomedical Sciences courses? All students interested in pursuing a career in biological sciences, emergency services healthcare or medicine. The rigorous curriculum uses the activities, projects, and problems module that is grounded in real-world relevance. This style of learning doesn’t just create an exciting learning environment where the possibilities of the medical field come to life but it also teaches students to: • · Solve problems • · Participate as part of a team • · Lead teams • · Conduct research • · Understand real-world problems • · Analyze data • · Learn outside the classroom

30. CENTER GROVE HIGH SCHOOL AT 30

31. What is the Academy of Finance? • National Academy Foundation member program • Exposes students to careers in finance Mission: • Provide student with specialized courses and skills in finance • Provide student with solid financial foundation for further study • Provide student with real world experiences • Provide student future financial focus and direction

32. The Academy Program • Includes standard curricula • 1 or 2 specialized courses each semester • College-level course in the senior year • 6-8 week paid internships in summer • Job shadowing, mentoring, and field trips including Kelley School of Business and Chicago Financial District

33. CGHS Academy of Finance Course Sequence • Core Courses • Keystone: Orientation to Life and Careers – 9th grade • Computer Applications I – 9th, 10th, or 11th grade • Accounting I – 10th or 11th grade • Advanced Accounting – 11th or 12th grade (dual credit available) • Personal Finance – any year • Financial Services and Planning – 12th grade • Economics – 12th grade • Internship – summer after Junior year • Government – 12th grade • International Business and Corporate Finance (University of Indianapolis) – 12th grade – dual credit available • Four years of college prep Math

34. CGHS Academy of Finance Course Sequence • Non-Core Courses (Recommended, but not required) • Computer Applications 2 & 3 • College Level Accounting • Entrepreneurship • Foreign Language • Marketing

35. How Do Students Participate? • Interested students apply – get applications from Guidance office or Mrs. Buck in Room 303 or any Business teacher • Selected according to school criteria – teacher recommendations, good attendance, desire to be involved • Commit to meeting program standards • Commit to an internship

36. CGHS Guidance Website • Access to Electronic Graduation Plan • Grade-Level Checklists • Course Descriptions • Resource Links for: • College Planning • Career Research • CGHS Academic Information • Scholarships and Financial Aid • SAT/ACT • Central Nine Career Center

37. What you need to do before our next meeting… • Review 2009-10 2nd Semester Courses on Skyward • Select Your Diploma Type • Read Course Descriptions • Review Career Majors and appropriate electives • Complete a Rough Draft of Your 4 Year Course Plan using the Guidance Portfolio (USE PENCIL) • Prepare Questions to Ask the Guidance Counselors during the Class Presentations.