Welcome Ironmen Class of 2022
NCHS School Counselors:
Addie Ince A-Col
Ryan Short Com-G
Karrin Hawkins H-Le
Jenn Giermann Li-Pf
Kristi White Ph-Stol
Joan Fee Stom-Z and ELLs
Laurie Beyer Admin. Asst.
We love to say “YES!”
• We are helpers
• We know your children
• We want them to be successful
• Even though we might say “no”, we might say “yes”!
• Encourage your child to see us!
• Call us!
Helpful Resources--other than us
NCHS Counseling webpage
Course to Career Guide
Programs of Study
Graduation Requirements
• English4.0 credits
• Math3.0 credits
• Algebra I
• Health/PE 3.5 credits
• Social Science 2.0 credits
• US History/Civics/Constitution Test
• Science 2.0 credits
ENGLISH
English I
or
Honors English I
Recommended MAP score of 235 or higher for Honors English
MATHEMATICS
• Pre Algebra
• Algebra 1
• Geometry (Honors)
• Algebra 2 (Honors)
• Honors Pre-Calculus
**Determined by 8th grade math grades/teacher recommendation
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Drivers Ed/Swim (semester) Lifestyle Management (year long)
Foundations of Fitness (semester) Advanced Aquatics (semester)
Health (semester) Water and Land Activities (semester)
Freshmen/Sophomores will take a minimum of 1 quarter of swimming
Course Birthdate Guidelines
DRV111/PHY111 Student turns 15 by July 31st, 2018
DRV102/PHY102 Student turns 15 between Aug.1, 2018-Oct. 15, 2018
DRV112/PHY112 Student turns 15 between Oct. 16, 2018-Dec. 31, 2018
Driver’s Ed Sophomore Year Student turns 15 Jan. 1, 2019—and after
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED COURSES
SCIENCE• Biology
• Honors Biology • (A in 8th grade math/science)
SOCIAL STUDIES
• Regional World Studies
ELECTIVES
AGRICULTURE
• Introduction to Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources (1)
ART
• Contemporary Crafts (1/2)
• Graphic Design I (1/2)
• Graphic Design II (1/2)
• Drawing & Painting I (1/2)
• Drawing & Painting II (1/2)
• Ceramics & Sculpture I (1/2)
• Ceramics & Sculpture II (1/2)
BUSINESS
• Introduction to Business (1)
• Computer Applications 1 (1/2)
• Computer Applications 2 (1/2)
• Office Keyboarding Apps (1)
FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE
• Culinary Arts (1/2)
• Food For Thought (1/2)
• Fashion 1 (1/2)
• Fashion 2 (1/2)
• Lifestyle Management (1)
ELECTIVES
ELECTIVES
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
• French I (1)
• French II (1)
• German I (1)
• German II (1)
• Spanish I (1)
• Spanish II (1)
• Spanish for Heritage Speakers (1)
COMPUTER SCIENCE
• Computer Science Essentials (1)
ELECTIVES
MUSIC
• Vocal Music (1)
• Orchestra (1)
• Band (1)
• Specific course determined by audition.
TECHNOLOGY
• Technology Concepts (1/2 or 1)
• Materials Application & Processing (1/2 or 1)
• Introduction to Engineering Design (1)
• Animation & Rendering (1)
STUDY HALL or CLASS ~ Questions to Ask
• I struggle to complete homework at home
• Jobs/Activities after school fill my time
• I need to access teachers/tutors for help
• I currently have D’s/F’s
• I am interested in selective colleges
• I want to be academically competitive
• I want to take multiple electives
Take a Study Hall? Take a 7th Class?
WHAT’S NEXT?
• January 10–22 • Middle School Counselors meet with students to select their freshman
classes (using CAREERCRUISING.com)
• March 13 • Parents receive email reminder
• View a copy of course requests on Skyward.
• 10 school days to make any changes.
QUESTIONS?Before spring break contact middle school counselor.
After spring break contact high school counselor.
COURSE SELECTION CHANGESMarch 23, 2018: Last day to make a change to your course selection
Sample Schedule
Ironmen Scavenger Hunt
• Visit Department tables and the Athletic and Activities fair to find answers
• Place in box outside counseling office for chance to win NCHS t-shirt
Communication is KEY!
School ~ Teachers ~ Counselors ~ Online
is in!
Questions?
