Spring-Ford High School 10th Grade Course Selection Guide
"Explore Spring-Ford High School's 10th grade course selection requirements, graduation criteria, and elective options. Learn about weighted classes, honors, AP courses, and prerequisites to help plan your academic journey. Discover the resources available in the Program of Studies Course Book for a successful sophomore year."
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Spring-Ford Senior High School 10thGrade Course Selection
Graduation Requirements Students must earn at least 22 credits to graduate including the following: 4 credits English 3 credits Social Studies 3 credits Mathematics 3 credits Science .4 credit Health 1.6 credits PE 7 credits Elective
Spring-Ford Area High School Program of Studies Course Book www.spring-ford.net and choose Senior High School Look for the Course Selection Tab on the left side There, you will locate the Spring-Ford Area High School Course Book and resources
As Sophomores you must take: English Math Science Social Studies Physical Education Electives For an average of 6.4 credits
Keep In Mind.Prerequisites Example: Modern World History - Honors (10thgrade) Prerequisite: 90% in the previous year of social studies and teacher recommendation
Electives: Major and/or Minor Art & Music Broadcasting Business Technology Computer Education English minors Family & Consumer Science Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Technology Education World Language Global Studies Program
Weighted Classes? What Are They? Honors, Advanced Placement (AP), and Dual Enrollment (DE) courses receive additional weight calculated into weighted Grade Point Average (GPA). In order to receive the weight students must achieve a 70% or above in the course.
A few words about HONORS & AP courses: Superior ability History of advanced achievement in subject area Self-motivation, commitment and strong work ethic Ability to meet rigorous course expectations Teacher recommendation and prerequisites
Advanced Placement (AP) College level coursework in a high school setting AP exams are offered each May for students enrolled in AP courses Scores of 3 or higher (out of 5) may provide savings in tuition for certain college courses Scores of 3 or higher may qualify you to take higher level college courses
Dual Enrollment (Full or Part Time) Available to all students Excellent opportunity to experience college level coursework while still in the high school environment Dual Enrollment courses are listed in the course selection book Students must pay tuition (including text books) to the college or university in order to take these courses If you are planning to take two or more Dual Enrollment courses, please see your counselor
Dual Enrollment Things to remember Only juniors and seniors who take dual enrollment classes are eligible for open campus. Sophomores will be assigned study halls. Any dual enrollment student carrying over 7.0 credits will not have their second semester dual enrollment course calculated in class rank or GPA Students will not be permitted to drop a spring semester dual enrollment class Senior Final Exam Exemption does not apply for these college classes Dual Enrollment classes will count toward elective graduation requirements.
Dual Enrollment Things to remember All students must apply to the dual enrollment program before leaving for summer break. Contact Mrs. Sussman in the FPC for application instructions (msuss@spring-ford.net). In addition to registering through Spring-Ford, all students must register and pay for dual enrollment classes (MCCC or Arcadia) in the fall.
Global Studies Program Honors level program with an emphasis on history, government, and world language. Partnership with Arcadia University. Unique learning experiences via distance learning and dual enrollment with Arcadia University. Please see your school counselor for more information. Additional information located in course selection book.
Project Lead The Way (PLTW) PLTW is a nationally recognized pre-engineering curriculum focusing on the application of math and science skills for students interested in further engineering studies. Rigorous weighted honors level studies in preparation for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) related career fields. Course titles: Introduction to Engineering Design, Principles of Engineering, Civil Engineering and Architecture & Digital Electronics. All are honors level courses. Please see your school counselor for more information
A Few Words About World Languages Due to the cumulative nature of language learning, students should earn a passing grade on both the mid-term and the final exams, as well as an overall yearly average of 75% or better in order to move on to the following level. Furthermore, while we recommend that college-bound students study at least two years of a world language, those students planning to seek admission to more selective colleges should definitely consider studying a language for three or more consecutive years.
Western Montgomery Career & Technology Center Day Morning Program at WMCTC, level I 4 major classes in 10-12 Building: English, Science, Social Studies, and Math Please see school counselor if you are interested in beginning next year. Must Apply Online
Course Selection Process View teacher recommendations pre-entered into Skyward Enter your elective requests in Skyward Course Verification Sheets will be provided in the spring for review and parent acknowledgment Schedules will be posted in Skyward in August Alternative requests are strongly encouraged.
Requesting and Verifying Courses in Skyward Link to information on Requesting Courses in Skyward Link to information on Verifying Courses in Skyward
Future Planning Center College and Career Resource Center for students and parents. The FPC assists students/parents with the following: Exploring student strengths and career interests Identifying post-secondary education/training/military options that align with career goals Preparing for standardized testing (ACT/SAT/PSAT/AP/ASVAB) Completing college, financial aid, and scholarship applications
College Athlete??? NCAA Eligibility Requirements Are Specific, including 16 Core Courses! You must complete NCAA Student Athlete Identification Form located on the Future Planning Center page under the College Athletics tab. Submit Self Identification form to the FPC
NO CHANGES NO COURSE CHANGES WILL BE HONORED AFTER June 23, 2022!
Need Help? Contact your counselor with questions. Students A-L Mrs. Baker kbake@spring-ford.net Students M-Z Mr. Rhodes mrhod@spring-ford.net Western Center Ms. Landis clandis@westerncenter.org Western Center Ms. Powers jpowers@westerncenter.org
