Casey County High School

2013-14 Handbook

Table of Contents

Diploma Options / Pg. 3
College & Career Readiness / Pg. 4
KEES / Pg. 5
Career & Technical Pathways / Pg. 6
21st Century / Pg. 8
English / Pg. 9
Math / Pg. 12
Science / Pg. 16
Social Studies / Pg. 18
Miscellaneous Electives / Pg. 19
AFJROTC / Pg. 22
Visual Communications Arts Career Cluster / Pg. 23
Agriculture Career Cluster / Pg. 25
Industrial Arts Career Cluster / Pg. 27
Business Career Cluster / Pg. 28
Family Consumer Science Career Cluster / Pg. 29
Health Science Career Cluster / Pg. 30
Welding Career Cluster / Pg. 31
Electricity Career Cluster / Pg. 33
Automotive Career Cluster / Pg. 34

DIPLOMA OPTIONS

ADVANCED DIPLOMA -- 28 CREDITS WITH A 3.5 GPA

· 4 English-(Honors I, Honors II, Honors III, Dual Credit IV)

· 4 Math-(Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus or AP Calculus)

· 3 Science- (Earth Space Science, Honors Biology, Chemistry)

· 3 Social Studies- (Social Studies, World Civilization, Dual Credit US History)

· 1 Health/Physical Education

· 1 Arts& Humanities (Visual Arts or 1 class in a specialized Art area)

· 2 Foreign Languages (Must be the same language)

· 10 Electives

COLLEGE PREPARATORY DIPLOMA--25 CREDITS

· 4 English-(I, II, III, IV)

· 4 Math-(Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Senior Math Course)

· 3 Science- (Earth Space Science, Honors Biology, Chemistry)

· 3 Social Studies- (Social Studies, World Civilization, US History)

· 1 Health/Physical Education

· 1 Arts& Humanities (Visual Arts or 1 class in a specialized Art area)

· 2 Foreign Languages (Must be the same language)

· 7 Electives

STANDARD DIPLOMA --25 CREDITS

· 4 English-(I, II, III, IV)

· 4 Math-(Applied Algebra I, Applied Geometry, Applied Algebra II, Senior Math Course)

· 3 Science- (Earth Space Science, Average Biology, Integrated Science)

· 3 Social Studies- (Social Studies, World Civilization, US History)

· 1 Health/Physical Education

· 1 Arts& Humanities (Visual Arts or 1 class in a specialized Art area)

· 9 Electives

Students are also expected to complete the following:

· Complete an Individual Learning Plan (ILP)

· Complete participation in ALL state assessments

Grade Specific:

10th Grade-PLAN (September), On-Demand (Last 14 Days of School)

11th Grade-ACT (March), On-Demand (Last 14 Days of School)

12th Grade-Work Keys (Janurary/February)

Course Specific:

End Of Course-English II, Biology, Algebra II, US History

(Exam is weighted 20% of the overall grade for the course)

KYOTE-ACT Prep

Kentucky

believes

COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS IN KENTUCKY

that, as the nature of work and the types of careers change, all students will need higher-level skills to meet their career goals. The expected outcome of addressing the readiness issues in this manner is that more students will

reach higher levels of proficiency and more students will be college and career ready.

What ACT scores determine college readiness for Kentucky students?

The Kentucky standards of college readiness are ACT scores of 18 for English, a score of 20 for reading, and a mathematics score of 19 for some introductory courses in mathematics (often statistics or an applied mathematics course), a 22 for college algebra, and a 27 for calculus. The Kentucky standards of readiness guarantee students access to credit-bearing coursework without the need for developmental education or supplemental courses. SAT equivalent scores may also be used.

ACT Kentucky College Readiness Benchmarks

College readiness is the level of preparation a first- time student needs in order to succeed in a credit- bearing course at a postsecondary institution.

“Succeed” is defined as completing entry-level courses at a level of understanding and proficiency that prepares the student for subsequent courses.

Career readiness includes core academic skills and the ability to apply those skills to concrete situations in order to function in the workplace and in routine daily activities; em- ployability skills that are essential in any career area such as critical thinking and responsibility; and

technical, job-specific skills related to a specific career pathway.

What Are College Readiness Benchmarks?

ACT’s College Readiness Benchmarks are the minimum ACT

test scores required for students to have a high probability of success in credit-bearing college courses.

What do we mean by “a high probability of success”?

Students who meet a Benchmark on the ACT or COMPASS have

approximately a 50 percent chance of earning a B or better and approximately a 75 percent chance of earning a C or better in the corresponding college course or courses. Students who meet a Benchmark on EXPLORE or PLAN are likely to have approximately this same chance of earning such a grade in the corresponding college course(s) by the time they graduate high school.

What does career readiness look like?

There are two requirements for career readiness. First you must earn a Gold or Silver certificate on the Work Keys or a passing score of 55 on the ASVAB. Secondly, you must pass the KOSSA with at least a 70 or earn an industry certification. Industry certifications are available through the Lake Cumberland Area Technology Center.

The KEES To Your Future…..good grades = money for college!

Do you have a GPA of 2.5 or higher? Are you planning on going to a college or technical school in Kentucky? If so, you are earning money and may not even realize it.

The Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship (KEES) rewards students who get the most out of high school. To receive the KEES money, students must have an annual 2.5 GPA or higher for the base amount of the scholarship and a

15 or above ACT score or the SAT equivalent for the bonus.

KEES is a renewable scholarship. This means if you received $300 dollars for your GPA and $250 for your ACT score, you would receive $550 each year or $2,200 throughout your four years of college.

It's that simple. No application process necessary. KHEAA will notify you of the money you've earned for a job well done. However, you must keep your grades up in college. If you earn a 3.0 or higher, your full scholarship is maintained. If you earn a 2.5-2.9 GPA your KEES money is reduced by half. If you drop below a 2.5, the scholarship is lost for the next term. The KEES money can be regained whenever your GPA reaches 2.5 again. For more information on how to earn KEES money, talk to your guidance counselor or log on to www.kheaa.com/prog_keeshome.html.

Add Up Your KEES Money! The charts below outline how much money in KEES scholarships you are already earning while in high school:

Is it worth the hassle?

Going to school after graduation may be the last thing you want to hear about. But graduating from college increases your

job opportunities, your earning power and your ability to enjoy a better life.

Get a bachelor's degree, and you can make nearly $16,000 a year more than your friends with just a high school diploma. Do the math: $15,637 times a

40-year career equals more than half a million dollars ($625,480 to be exact). Even if you don't like math, you have to love that!

If you drop out, your friends who earn bachelor's degrees will earn over

$950,000 more than you over a 40-year career — that's like hitting the lottery.

An associate's degree can mean

19 percent more income than just a high school diploma.

A bachelor's degree can mean 62 percent more income than just a high school diploma.

A master's degree can mean 92

percent more income than just a high school diploma.

Career & Technical Educational Pathways

*Must complete 3 credits from the required course list.

CCHS - 21ST Century Community Learning Center

MISSION: To provide out of school time programming in a safe learning environment that will offer students the opportunity to explore the benefits of making healthy choices academically, physically, and socially .

VISION: Casey County 21st CCLC programs will be instrumental in assisting our schools and community in facilitating educational experiences that involve students, families, school personnel, and community in preparing students for success in a global society.

SNACK (USDA Afterschool Snack Program) is offered Monday through Thursday in cafeteria following release bell. Students sign in, take a snack and are released to sessions from there

TUTORING/HOMEWORK HELP - Tutoring sessions offered daily in most content areas according to teacher schedules. Also for students who need a place to complete homework while waiting for enrichment sessions or other school activities (i.e. team practices)

ARCHERY/PING PONG – These sessions meet weekly depending on availability of space. Archery is based on National Archery in Schools Program. Both include opportunities for competitive play.

ACAPELLA - “Guys Only” singing group involving students in choosing, rehearsing and performing acapella musical pieces.

COLOR GUARD is a partnership between CCHS band and 21st CCLC. Sessions meet twice weekly, and students are involved in instruction, practice and performance utilizing flags/rifles

DRAMA/THEATRE ARTS is a partnership between district drama program sponsors and 21st CCLC. Sessions meet two to three times weekly depending on production season schedules - three major productions each year (fall, holiday and spring)

GUITARS are weekly sessions focusing on instruction in acoustic and electric guitars as well as percussion instruments. Performance opportunities include holiday and spring showcases.

COOKING - Culinary Arts sessions that focus on assisting students in planning and preparing affordable meals they can cook for themselves and their families

DRUM LINE - Percussion sessions featuring instruction and performance using traditional percussion instruments, steel drums, African drums, and non-traditional items

ARTBEAT - Sessions that focus on study of famous artists and their works and involve students in visual arts projects utilizing various media. Work is showcased throughout the year and culminates with a spring arts showcase.

SCIENCE OLYMPIAD is a partnership between CCHS science department and 21st CCLC. Students meet weekly to plan/prepare for Science Olympiad competition in fall and spring.

ACADEMIC TEAM is a partnership between Academic Team Coach and 21st CCLC. Students meet weekly for practice and compete at various schools within our region

KYA/KUNA is a partnership with Y-Club Sponsor and 21st CCLC to assist students in preparing for and attending KYA and KUNA conferences.

COLLEGE / CAREER READINESS – Partnership with Americorps to offer students/ families opportunities to better understand and prepare for post secondary education. (ACT, FAFSA)

FAMILY INVOLVEMENT – “Lights On” afterschool annual events; student performance events throughout the year; FAFSA nights; Transition to high school events

SUMMER PROGRAMMING - Four weeks of programming designed to provide hands-on academic enrichment. The focus is on career and college readiness, creative and performing arts and transition to high school

BUS TRANSPORTATION - TUESDAY AND THURSDAY

_____Highway 70 East to Crossroads Grocery/Southeast Casey Fire Dept.

_____Highway 70 West to Crockett Trail Grocery

_____Highway 127 South/910/501 to Shannon’s Grocery and Windsor Grocery

_____Highway 49/78 to Atwood Grocery and Slate Hill Methodist Church (also Liberty City Limits)

ENGLISH

Course: EN English I Course #: 101

Grade Level: 9

Prerequisites:

This course is designed to present a wide range of reading experiences that have literary, informational, persuasive, and practical purposes. The course also requires students to use the writing process and criteria for effective writing to demonstrate their abilities to write in a variety of forms and for multiple audiences and purposes. Speaking, listening, and observing skills are used to communicate information for a variety of authentic purposes. In addition, students continue to integrate inquiry skills and technology to communicate ideas.

Course: EN English I Honors Course #: 102

Grade Level: 9

Prerequisites:

Course: EN English II Course #: 103

Grade Level: 10

Prerequisites:

Course: EN English II Honors Course #: 104

Grade Level: 10

Prerequisites:

ENGLISH

Course: EN English III Course #: 105

Grade Level: 11

Prerequisites: