Crown Point

High School

2016-17 COURSE SELECTION

GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT PARENT EDUCATION SESSION:

“CHOOSING BETWEEN AP AND DUAL CREDIT”

JANUARY 26, 2016

2016-17 COURSE SELECTION

CPHS Guidance Department Website

• Link to: Scheduling Information

2016-17 Course Selection Opens

Current juniors – Wednesday, January 27th

Current sophomores – Wednesday, February 3rd

Current freshman – Wednesday, February 10th

2016-17 COURSE SELECTION

Course selection is completed using the RDS

Parent/Student Access portal by clicking on

the Request Courses link below your student’s

name. Guidance counselors will be available

in the cafeteria every Monday morning in

February from 7:00 – 7:35 to answer student

questions. Students needing additional

assistance with the scheduling process are

encouraged to make an appointment with

their guidance counselor.

2016-17 COURSE SELECTION

Course Recommendation Process

2016-17 COURSE RECOMMENDATIONS

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

English 9 English 10 English 11 Senior Comp/Lit

Engage 9 English Engage 10 English Speech (choose 2)

English 9 English 10 American Literature DC Adv. Comp/Lit

Speech (choose 2)

English 9 H (Pre-AP) English 10 H (Pre-AP) AP English Literature AP English Language

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Algebra Geometry Algebra II or Geom (11) Pre-Calc/Quant. MathEngage 9 Math Engage 10 Math Math Lab 11+ Math Lab 11+

Algebra Geometry or (H) Algebra II or (H) DC Pre-Calculus or (H)

Geometry H (Pre-AP) Algebra II H (Pre-AP) Pre-Calculus H (Pre-AP) AP Calculus AB

Algebra II H (Pre-AP) Pre-Calculus H (Pre-AP) AP Calculus AB Online Adv. Math

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Biology ICP Core 40 Science Core 40 Science

Biology Chemistry DC Physics Core 40 Science

Biology H (Pre-AP) ACP Chemistry H (Pre-AP) AP Science AP Science

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

Geog/Hist of World U.S. History Gov't / Econ

Geog/Hist of World AP Human Geog. DC U.S. History DC Gov't / Econ

AP Human Geog. AP Psychology AP U.S. History AP Gov't / AP Econ

English

Math

Science

Social Studies

CPHS Course Progression Chart (2016-17)

2016-17 COURSE RECOMMENDATIONS

Two Data Points in Core Subjects

ISTEP+

ECA

ACT Aspire

PSAT

Teacher Recommendation

2016-17 COURSE RECOMMENDATIONS

College Board – SAT, PSAT, and AP Courses

The College Board is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization that connects students

to college success and opportunity.

Founded in 1900, the College Board was created to expand access to higher

education. Today, the membership association is made up of over 6,000 of the world’s

leading educational institutions and is dedicated to promoting excellence and equity in

education.

Each year, the College Board helps more than seven million students prepare for a

successful transition to college through programs and services in college readiness

and college success — including the SAT and the Advanced Placement Program. The

organization also serves the education community through research and advocacy on

behalf of students, educators and schools.

https://www.collegeboard.org/about

COLLEGE BOARD

SAT, PSAT, and Advanced Placement Courses SAT - The SAT is a globally recognized college admission test that lets you show

colleges what you know and how well you can apply that knowledge. It tests your

knowledge of reading, writing and math — subjects that are taught every day in high

school classrooms.

PSAT - The PSAT/NMSQT (or National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) is a

preliminary version of the SAT. Not only does the PSAT help prepare students to take

the SAT or ACT, a great score on the PSAT can also open the door to National Merit

Scholarships and other awards.

AP – The College Board offers more than 30 AP or Advanced Placement courses

across multiple subject areas. Each course is developed by a committee of higher

education faculty and expert AP teachers who ensure that the course reflects college-

and university-level expectations. The committees define the scope and goals of the

AP course, articulating what students should know and be able to do upon completing

the course.

PSAT

PSAT Test Administration for 10th & 11th grade students

• October 14th

• Paid for by Indiana Dept. of Education

• Scores available online at:

https://studentscores.collegeboard.org/home

• Paper reports delivered to students Week of 2/1/16

• Sample Report in the back of the packet

ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES

AP Exams

AP Exam Score Recommendation College Course Grade Equivalent

5 Extremely well qualified A+ or A

4 Very well qualified A-, B+ or B

3 Qualified B-, C+ or C

2 Possibly qualified

1 No recommendation

Setting AP Scores - Definitions of the knowledge and skills required to earn scores of 1,

2, 3, 4 and 5 on an AP Exam are derived from standard settings and college

comparability studies. These processes ensure that AP Exam outcomes align with

college faculty expectations. Committees of college faculty who teach the comparable

college course develop detailed descriptions of the performance required to earn each

score — these are called achievement-level descriptors (ALDs).

https://aphighered.collegeboard.org/exams/scoring

AP EXAM SCORES = COLLEGE CREDIT

AP Exams

Advanced Placement (AP) tests are offered to high school students through the College

Board. Starting with exams taken in May 2011, Indiana law requires all two and four-

year Indiana public colleges and universities to award college credit that counts toward

a degree for scores of 3 or higher.

• Math & Science exams have traditionally been paid for by the Indiana Dept. of

Education

• Humanities/Liberal Arts exams cost $94.00 per test in 2015

• Registration in March

• Exams May 2-13, 2016

• Scores reported in early July 2016

• Option to remove test scores from official high school transcript (request

through CPHS Guidance Office)

Credit transfer link: http://www.transferin.net/AP/View-AP-By-Institution.aspx

23 AP OFFERINGS IN 2016-17

CPHS ADVANCED PLACEMENT

EXAM PARTICIPATION

CPHS ADVANCED PLACEMENT

EXAM PERFORMANCE

CPHS AP OFFERINGS

9th & 10th grade – Human Geography*, Psychology*, EV Science

11th grade – English Lit*, US History, Science

12th grade – English Language*, Government, Science

Math – Next course in sequence

Of Note – Biology*, Chemistry*, Calculus*

*80% 3+ over past three years

AP CAPSTONE

AP Capstone was developed in response to feedback from higher education.

The two-course AP Capstone sequence, with their associated performance

tasks, assessments, and application of research methodology, complement

the rigor of AP courses and exams by equipping students with the power to

analyze and evaluate information with accuracy and precision in order to craft

and communicate evidence-based arguments.

• Analyze topics through multiple lenses to construct meaning or gain

understanding

• Plan and conduct a study or investigation

• Propose solutions to real-world problems

• Plan and produce communication in various forms

• Collaborate to solve a problem

• Integrate, synthesize, and make cross-curricular connections

11th Grade – AP Seminar

12th Grade – AP Research

CPHS AP COURSE RECOMMENDATIONS

AP Potential – PSAT & ACT ASPIRE

• Statistical analysis of AP exam results and student

PSAT & ACT Aspire scores

• 50%> chance of earning 3+

• CPHS Analysis – Course Recommendation Process

DUAL CREDIT

Courses offered for dual credit stem from agreements between high

schools, universities and community colleges whereby a high school

junior or senior enrolls in a college course and simultaneously earns

college credit and high school credit for the course.

• Fall 2007 – CPHS started to develop agreements with PUC & IUN

• 2015-16 – Articulation agreements with PUC, IUN, IU-Bloomington,

IUPUI, Ivy Tech, and Vincennes

• 50+ Courses

• Primarily for juniors and seniors that exhibit college readiness

levels on PSAT, ACT Aspire, and/or grade point average

CORE TRANSFER LIBRARY

Indiana has developed the Core Transfer Library (CTL) to assist

students in transferring credit to college and universities. The

CTL is a list of courses that will transfer among all Indiana public

college and university campuses (by law), assuming adequate

grades. All Core Transfer Library courses will meet the general

education or free elective requirements of undergraduate degree

programs, and a significant majority of CTL courses will also

count as one-on-one equivalents to courses taught at your new

campus.

http://www.transferin.net/CTL/View-CTL-By-Institution-Name.aspx

INDIANA HIGHER LEARNING COMMISSION –

PRIORITY COURSES

Priority Courses to be offered for $25.00 per credit hour

Priority Courses Offered at CPHS

Government (12)

US History (11)

Pre-Calculus (12)

Physics (11)

Psychology (11-12)

Speech (12)

English Composition (12)

English Literature (12)

http://www.in.gov/che/files/DecD_Policy_on_Dual_Credit.pdf

IVY TECH

Ivy Tech Community College is Indiana's largest public

postsecondary institution and the nation's largest singly

accredited statewide community college system.

2-Year Degree Programs with 32 locations throughout the state

Dual credit courses at CPHS are FREE

http://www.transferin.net/CTL/View-CTL-By-Institution-Name.aspx

DUAL CREDIT COURSES AT CPHS

DUAL CREDIT COURSES AT CPHS

Lead Faculty at University provides the following:

• Faculty Guidance/Quality Control

• Subject to university policies

• Common Syllabus

• Approved Textbook

• Common Assessments

Registration at CPHS

• RDS Parent Access or Classroom Teacher

• Tuition Fees paid directly to University

DUAL CREDIT REGISTRATION AT CPHS

CPHS DUAL CREDIT

COURSE RECOMMENDATIONS

• Students performing at or near college readiness

benchmarks on PSAT, ACT ASPIRE and/or grade

point average benchmarks

ACADEMIC HONORS DIPLOMA

Course and Credit Requirements

English/ Language Arts

8 credits

Including a balance of literature, composition and speech.

Mathematics 6 credits (in grades 9-12) 2 credits: Algebra I 2 credits: Geometry

2 credits: Algebra II Or complete Integrated Math I, II, and III for 6 credits. Students must take a math or quantitative reasoning course each year in high school

Science 6 credits 2 credits: Biology I 2 credits: Chemistry I or Physics I or Integrated Chemistry-Physics 2 credits: any Core 40 science course

Social Studies

6 credits 2 credits: U.S. History 1 credit: U.S. Government 1 credit: Economics 2 credits: World History/Civilization or Geography/History of the World

Directed Electives

5 credits World Languages Fine Arts Career and Technical Education

Physical Education

2 credits

Health and Wellness

1 credit

Electives* 6 credits (College and Career Pathway courses recommended)

40 Total State Credits Required

Schools may have additional local graduation requirements that apply to all students

* Specifies the number of electives required by the state. High school schedules provide time for many more electives during the high school years. All students are strongly encouraged to complete a College and Career Pathway (selecting electives in a deliberate manner) to take full advantage of career and college exploration and preparation opportunities.

12-07-2012

For the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma, students must:

Complete all requirements for Core 40.

Earn 2 additional Core 40 math credits.

Earn 6-8 Core 40 world language credits (6 credits in one language or 4 credits each in two languages).

Earn 2 Core 40 fine arts credits.

Earn a grade of a “C” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma.

Have a grade point average of a “B” or better.

Complete one of the following: A. Earn 4 credits in 2 or more AP courses and take corresponding AP exams

B. Earn 6 verifiable transcripted college credits in dual credit courses from the approved dual credit list.

C. Earn two of the following:

1. A minimum of 3 verifiable transcripted college credits from the approved dual credit list,

2. 2 credits in AP courses and corresponding AP exams,

3. 2 credits in IB standard level courses and corresponding IB exams.

D. Earn a combined score of 1750 or higher on the SAT critical reading, mathematics and writing sections and a minimum score of 530 on each

E. Earn an ACT composite score of 26 or higher and complete written section

F. Earn 4 credits in IB courses and take corresponding IB exams.

For the Core 40 with Technical Honors diploma, students must:

Complete all requirements for Core 40.

Earn 6 credits in the college and career preparation courses in a state-approved College & Career Pathway and one of the following:

1. State approved, industry recognized certification or credential, or

2. Pathway dual credits from the approved dual credit list resulting in 6 transcripted college credits

Earn a grade of “C” or better in courses that will count toward the diploma.

Have a grade point average of a “B” or better.

Complete one of the following,

A. Any one of the options (A - F) of the Core 40 with Academic Honors

B. Earn the following scores or higher on WorkKeys; Reading for Information – Level 6, Applied Mathematics – Level 6, and Locating Information-Level 5.

C. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Accuplacer: Writing 80, Reading 90, Math 75.

D. Earn the following minimum score(s) on Compass; Algebra 66 , Writing 70, Reading 80.

Effective beginning with students who enter high school in 2012-13 school year (class of 2016).

with Technical Honors (minimum 47 credits)

with Academic Honors (minimum 47 credits)

AP OR DUAL CREDIT

Laude Program Recognition

Latin Designation GPA minimum Honors Diploma Definition

cum laude 3.7500 Not required With praise

magna cum laude

4.0000 Academic or Technical With high praise

summa cum laude

4.2500 Academic or Technical With highest praise

* Any student receiving an Academic Honors Diploma (3.0 GPA or better and meets criteria) is recognized at graduation. * Students must have already completed 7 semesters and/or be on track to receive an Academic Honors Diploma at the time of graduation to be recognized as summa cum laude or magna cum laude.

LAUDE PROGRAM

ACADEMIC RECOGNITION

Recognition

Who

Based on

Implement with class of…

2013 2014 2015 2016 2017

Group pictures by class at CPHS Main Entrance -

Updated in August of each year

ONLY Soph/Jr/Sr

summa cum laude

Individual GPA

X

X

X

X

Composite picture posted after graduation in the

Academic Hall of Fame

summa cum laude

Individual GPA

X

X

X

X

Press release/picture of top CPHS student in local

papers

summa cum laude

Individual GPA

X

X

X

X

Incorporate Laude System into Distinguished Grad

Program

All students

Individual GPA

X

Honor Roll-Press release

Honor Roll

Individual GPA

X

X

X

X

X

Graduation program denotes laude

All laude

Individual GPA

X

X

X

X

Graduation Recognition

All laude

Individual GPA

X

X

X

X

Graduation student academic speakers

summa cum laude

Application & Selection

X

Remove Valedictorian & Salutatorian distinction All students Individual GPA X

Roots and Wings

summa cum laude

Individual GPA

Top 10 and

10%

Top 10 and

laude

Top 10 and

laude

Top 10 and

laude

laude

Transcript

All laude

Individual GPA

X

X

X

X

CPCFC Requirements

All students

Individual GPA

X

X

X

X

CPCFC Scholarship Award Event

Those receiving awards at

event

Application & Selection

X

X

X

X

X

WEIGHING THE PROS AND CONS

• Both AP & Dual Credit courses prepare

students for their post-secondary

experience

• Discipline specific (general education vs.

major/career)

• ECA vs. Cumulative Approach to Semester

• Time & Money

AP OR DUAL CREDIT

AP & Dual Credit High School Cost Analysis 5 Dual Credit Courses + 5 AP Exam Scores at 3 or better =

30 college credits

Estimated Cost at CPHS $600 (AP exam & dual credit tuition fees)

College Cost Analysis 30 credits/1-year of tuition at IU-B or Purdue-L = 10k

30 credits/1-year of tuition at IUN or PUC = $7k

AP OR DUAL CREDIT

Questions?

Write Questions on Notecards and Raise Hand

Chip Pettit – CPHS Principal

Robert McDermott – CPHS Asst. Principal – Student Services

Johanna Hess – CPHS College & Career Counselor

Kim Swan – 9th Grade Counselor (A-L)

Kim Wilkinson – 9th Grade Counselor (M-Z)

Brenda Wolski – 10-12th Grade Counselor (A-Ed)

Ami Marcinek – 10-12th Grade Counselor (Ee-Ko)

Lauren Sandor – 10-12th Grade Counselor (Kr-Rh)

Michelle Bruss – 10-12th Grade Counselor (Ri-Z)