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Course Requirements and Levels
With the assistance of teachers, counselors and parents, students will choose courses described in the Program of Studies. Students should review the Recommendations as predictors of success when signing up for a course.
Courses are identified by numbers that are specific to individual courses and departments. Course titles and descriptions will provide information needed to assess the course demands and interests.
A one-credit course meets 51 minutes per day for a full year. A one-half (.5) credit course meets 51 minutes every day for one semester. AP courses meet 51 minutes for a full year and earn 1 credits.
Students and parents should work closely with teachers and school counselors to choose the appropriate program. When moving into an honors level or remaining in an honors level course, students must attain teacher recommendations.
SHS courses fall into one of the following achievement levels:
Advanced Placement/Dual Enrollment: Level one
The College Entrance Examination Board sponsors the Advanced Placement program. It provides advanced study at a level comparable to a first-year college course to a very able and highly motivated secondary school student population throughout the United States. Most colleges and universities award credits or exempt students from required courses on the basis of scores earned on Advanced Placement examinations offered at the end of each school year. All students enrolled in Advanced Placement courses at SHS must take the AP exam. Students, who are not taking an AP course, may take the exam and should consult with their school counselor. All students enrolled in AP courses must pay the AP non-refundable test fee at the time of scheduling. Fees will be collected through the school counseling department upon registration of courses. Students with financial hardship may apply through guidance for a reduced fee. AP classes are full year and require a full year commitment from the student. Students should review the Expectations as predictors of success when signing up for a course.
AP courses will be offered subject to sufficient enrollment. If the course is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment, students will be contacted by their school counselors regarding rescheduling.
Students who sign up for AP classes in the spring are expected to complete the summer assignments and to enroll in the course in the fall. Any changes which deviate from the spring sign up in AP classes must involve consultation with and approval of an administrator.
Dual Enrollment/College Courses can apply to both the high school and college transcript. Grades received in dual enrollment courses will receive additional weight in the calculation of the student's weighted GPAs. The additional weight will be the same as that given for grades earned in Advanced Placement courses.
Honors: Level two
These courses are taught at a more rigorous level than the college prep classes. Students are expected to be self directed learners and to have the motivation and interest to navigate complex materials. Honors level courses require students to complete considerable academic work outside class time.
College Preparatory: Level Three
These courses are for students seeking preparation for a two or four year college or university, technical school, employment or the military. Students will be required to learn and to apply a core of knowledge, concepts and theories. In addition, certain skill development courses are included at this level.
Level Four
Level four indicates an essential curriculum as prescribed in an Individual Education Plan (IEP).
Unleveled
Physical Education and classes taken pass/fail are unleveled.
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