Ivy Tech Parent/Student Meeting August 9, 2017
This meeting, scheduled for August 9, 2017, at Ivy Tech, is aimed at bringing together parents and students to discuss important matters. It provides a platform for interaction and dialogue on various aspects of the academic journey. Participants can expect vital insights and information during this session.
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AP/ Ivy Tech Parent/Student Meeting August 9, 2017
AP v. Dual Credit AP is national in scope provided by College Board Dual credit refers to classes taught at the high school by arrangement with Ivy Tech and their professors. The AP program is generally regarded as the most rigorous of possible classes at CHS. College credit through AP depends on an exam score. Dual credit is awarded through a course grade with a C or above.
Start Times/Dismissal Times 1stsemester classes start the week of August 21stand end the week of December 11th. 2ndsemester classes start the week of Jan. 15thand end the week of May 7th. College Student vs. High School Student Arrival/Dismissal Time 7:55-10:40 Periods 1-3 Students must stay on campus and report to Senior Lounge if class lets out early Seniors are welcome in the lounge when not in class / off days
What do they do on days they dont have class? Work on college applications, scholarships, etc Study groups in senior lounge Prepare for IVY Tech Classes/other classes Volunteer, Job Shadow,
What does their day look like? SAMPLE Period MON TUES WED THUR FRI 1 2 ? Pols 101 Comm 101 ? 3 Engl 111 4 PreCalculus 5 AP Biology 6 Art History 7 Senior Study Hall
Financial Cost per class- $137.85 per credit hour X 3 credit hours plus fees=$413.55 per class CHS offers 8 senior classes 4 each semester Ivy Tech only allows 3 Total Credit opportunities- 18 credit hours Total financial savings- almost $2500 Family cost - textbooks only!
Serious Business If a student is low performing in their Ivy Tech Dual Credit class what happens? Can cause jeopardy in: Graduation Future financial aid College acceptance ATTENDANCE ATTENDANCE ATTENDANCE
How is a college course different than the classes at CHS? ATTENDANCE Syllabus Daily Homework vs. papers/projects Presentation of material in class Due dates Grading- Powerschool vs. Ivy Tech Canvas Communication from IVY Tech- Powerschool vs. Ivy Tech Canvas Dual Credit-Senior English and Government/Economics required to graduate Access to IVY Tech professors vs. CHS teachers
Communication Remind text @chsguidanc to 618-205-5784 Twitter account: Cascadeguidance@CadetGuidance Email cdubois@mccsc.k12.in.us Call 539-9315 x1704 Stop in guidance office to talk/ask questions STUDENT contact professor not Mrs. Creek Ivy Tech Canvas account
Commonly Asked Questions Where will they transfer? Transferin.net Where do I get my IVY Tech transcript? How can Cascade High School offer these classes? How does this impact sports (IHSAA eligibility)? College class with high school procedures and rules
Textbook Information 2017 Ivy Tech Fall Semester See flyer info for Ivy Tech bookstore, Chegg and Amazon Have books before classes start.
Introductions Cyndi Stout Ivy Tech High School Coordinator Tamara Murray Engl 111 (Mon/Tues/Wed) David Lantz Pols 101 (Tues/Wed) Ken Marshall Comm 101 (Wed/Thur/Fri) Kelli Bowman - Math 136 (Thurs)
(AP) Advanced Placement Classes AP is the College Board s Advanced Placement program. AP courses consist of a class during the school year and a national exam in May. CHS AP courses have been approved through the College Board audit process. CHS AP teachers are trained by and receive continuing education from the College Board. Continued high performances expected Last year 87 students took 134 Exams
AP CLASSES AP courses and corresponding exams while rigorous, don t automatically result in college credit. Students who earn a score of 3 or higher will receive college credit toward their degree at any Indiana public institution of higher education. AP participation linked to college completion Students who score well on AP exams are more likely to earn a college degree.
AP Parent/Student EXPECTATIONS Students should: Take Pre AP courses preceding the AP courses Think Pre AP classes will not be the same as AP classes Be prepared to work and to spend additional time on the course about 5 hours per week per AP class Be self-advocates and do not be afraid to ask for help Be organized no room for procrastination Take advantage of AP Study Halls Parents should: Expect students to have more homework, especially more reading Realize that their child might not get an A Know that students must get a C- or higher for AHD or THD Expect students to take every exam for each course their student is enrolled.
AP TEACHERS AP US History Mrs. Osos AP Language Mr. Shoup AP Chemistry Mrs. White AP Environmental Mrs. Stonebraker AP Calculus AB Mr. Carpenter AP Calculus BC Mr. Carpenter AP Biology Mrs. Stonebraker AP Govt Mr. Hagenow AP Economics Mr. Hagenow AP Literature Ms. Paradise Andrea Stonebraker AP Lead Teacher Spring AP Clinic more information will be coming! AP test dates and times are set by College Board, May 1- 12, 2018
AP COSTS Last year, the state paid for all AP English, math and science exams for students in grades 11 and 12 The state also covered the cost for all exams for free/reduced lunch students for any grade level. The fee for 2018 was $93 per exam. Student Pay?? *All local, state and federal subsidies are subject to change*
Seniors stay in PAC Juniors to room 222
