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What are some differences between high school and middle school?
The Schedule for Your Day Everything COUNTS for CREDIT You must have at least 24 credits in order to
graduate 95% attendance required for A+ and College
Readiness Diploma Opportunities to do NEW things and try new
classes. This is your last “Free” education!
Credits & Units
These 2 terms mean the same thing. Full-year Class = 1 credit Semester Class = ½ credit
Remember, EVERYTHING COUNTS so come to school and pass all your classes!
It is just like MONEY in a bank!
50 cents = ½ credit $1.00 = 1 credit
How many dollars can you earn in one year if you come to school and pass your classes?
How many dollars do you need to earn to graduate?
4 Diploma Options
North Kansas City Schools Diploma
College Readiness Diploma
Gold Medallion Honors Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Summary-pg. 8 of Program of Studies
North Kansas City Schools Diploma24 Credits (pg. 9)
• Graduates:
• meet the state requirements for graduation from high school
• are ready to enter community colleges, vocational-technical schools and many state colleges.
College Readiness Diploma25 Credits (pg. 10 & 11)
• Graduates are recognized for:
• meeting entrance requirements for most Missouri universities
• start comparing four-year colleges and universities now for admission requirements.
Gold Medallion Honors Diploma26 Credits (pg. 11-12)
Graduate with Honors!
• Graduates receive honors and are recognized for:
• completing a rigorous program
• meeting all entrance requirements for the University of Missouri system as well as most universities nationwide.
International Baccalaureate Diploma26 Credits (pg. 13-14)
•Graduates receive honors and are recognized for:
• completing rigorous international curricula
• meeting the entrance requirements of the world’s best universities.
Graduate with Honors!
• To work on the IB diploma, students must enroll at North Kansas City High School regardless of current middle school.
• Students should be academically able, highly motivated and willing to learn time-management and study skills.
Graduate with Honors!
IB Nights at Northtown for the class of 2018!
These evenings will provide an opportunity to hear more about the North Kansas City School District’s International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Wednesday, February 26th
7:00 pm North Kansas City High School Auditorium
For more information, contact:Mrs. Darci Epperson, Administrative Assistant—816.413.6052
A+ BenefitsAvailable with ALL diplomas and
at each high school.
Tuition paid to any of Missouri’s 2-year public community colleges or vocational-technical schools
Scholarship options to some 4-year universities
Sign up at your high school when you pick up your schedule.
What can I do as a 9th grader to ensure excellent A+ standing?
Come to school at least 95% of the time Be a good citizen Earn a minimum 2.5 (C+) grade point average Advanced or Proficient on Algebra I EOC Volunteer to tutor or mentor other students
See the A+ Coordinator next fall if you have questions.
Who should go for A+?
EVERY STUDENT!!!
Prepare for college and career success bothACADEMICALLY & FINANCIALLY!
Selecting Courses:Course Descriptions
These symbols will be found by some classes and they indicate:eCampus, Dual Credit, Gold Medallion or Monarch Academy
Honors Courses
• Honors and Pre-IB
All students may take Honors Courses!
Challenge to your strengths & interests.
If choosing Gold Medallion, take 1, 2, or 3 core honors courses each year.
If choosing IB, all core courses are Honors courses.
Honors Classes?
How Do I Decide? (p. 16)
› Do I have A’s or B’s in the class(es) I’m considering taking?
› Do I have 95% or higher average attendance?› Do I score well on tests?› Am I organized and turn in completed
homework?› Can I plan and prioritize my time?› Does this class interest me?
Grade 9 Core Courses
English Language Arts I or Honors ELA
World History or Honors World History
Physics or Honors Physics
Math Course: Algebra I unless you have completed it in middle school
Math
Current Course Next Year8th Grade Math orChallenge 8th Grade Math
Algebra I
Algebra I(Algebra I - Repeat)Geometry orHonors Geometry
Geometry orChallenge Geometry
Algebra II orHonors Algebra II
Physical Education and Health
All students must take 1 credit of PE and .5 of Health in order to graduate. All students are encouraged to complete their PE and Health requirements by the end of their 10th grade year.
Fine Arts (pg. 58-63)One credit required for all diplomas. Does not have to be in Grade 9.
• Art I• Visual Arts Photography
Visual Arts
• Band• Freshman Choir (NT, OP, WT) or Mixed Choir• Music Appreciation• Music Theater• Orchestra
Music
• Competitive Drama• Theater I
Speech & Theater
Practical Arts (pg. 64-77)One credit required for all diplomas. Does not have to be in Grade 9.
• Foods I• Child Development • Clothing and Fashion
Family and Consumer Sciences
• Woodworking I• Introduction to Engineering Design• Home Maintenance & Repair• Drafting Tech
Industrial Technology
• Computer Programming• Computer Science & Software Engineering • Computer Technology • Business Law
Computer Applications
• Journalism I Broadcast• Journalism I Photography
Media
Modern Language (pg. 55-57) NKCS Diploma -- Not required, counts as
elective credit. College Readiness Diploma -- Not required, but
two units strongly recommended. Gold Medallion Honors Diploma--Two units of
same language required. IB Diploma--Required every year
Very important to pick alternates you would enjoy taking, as class availability will determine an alternate in the case of a conflict. You will not be able to switch classes in the Fall!
FreshmanCourseSelectionWorksheet
Alternate Classes
Alternate Classes Must be filled out. Include semester and full-year
courses. Alternates will be selected for you if
not completed on this part of the form.
Select carefully!! If first choice course request is replaced with alternate, there might not be an option to change your schedule.
Enrollment Form Collection
Turn in your Freshman Course Selection Worksheet at your designated enrollment evening.
High School Date and
Time Location
North Kansas City
Mon., Mar 34PM – 7:30 PM
Norclay Building
Oak ParkTue., Feb. 265PM – 8 PM
Thur., Feb 286PM – 8 PM
Media Center
Staley Thurs., Feb 276:00 PM
Staley HSParent Info
Night
Winnetonka Mon, Mar 37 PM – 8 PM WHS
Form Collection Continued…
What to Bring:
› Freshman Course Selection Worksheet
› Program of Studies
› YOUR PARENT/GUARDIAN !
How Do I Get Help?
Ask your middle school counselor. Ask your current teacher(s) for subject
area advice. Ask your parent/guardian. Go to your high school’s Website. Call your high school and ask for the
counseling office. NKCHS: 413-5903OPHS: 413-5303SHS: 413-4103WHS: 413-5503