42 states require students to take certain courses to graduate from high school
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42 states require students to take certain courses to graduate from high school. Source: Achieve, Inc., The Expectations Gap: A 50-State Review of High School Graduation Requirements, 2004. Whether graduates are going to college or work, they need the same skills. College Algebra - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
42 states require students to take certain courses to graduate from high school
WV
MNVT
DENJ
MD
CT
NH
LA
SD
WA
ORID
MT
WY
UTNV
CA
AZ
AK
NMOK
KS KY
TX
AR
ME
NY
OHIN
TN
VA
NC
SC
FL
GAALMS
MO
IL
WI
Source: Achieve, Inc., The Expectations Gap: A 50-State Review of High School Graduation Requirements, 2004.
Whether graduates are going to college or work, they need the same skills
CollegeAlgebra
Required Skills: Add, subtract, multiply, divide and
simplify rational expressions Understand functional notation Solve systems of two linear equations
in two variables Solve quadratic equations in one
variable Graph a linear equation and quadratic
function Determine the perimeter and the
circumference of geometric shapes Represent geometric objects and
figures algebraically
Machine OperatorEastman Chemical Company
Required Skills: Add, subtract, multiply, divide and
simplify rational expressions Calculate and apply ratios,
proportions and percentages to solve problems
Recognize and solve problems using a linear equation and one variable
Apply units correctly in expressions involving measurements
Determine the perimeter and the circumference of geometric shapes
American Diploma Project, Achieve Inc.
Today’s graduates need more knowledge and skills
Highly Paid Professional Jobs Earnings: $40,000+ Projected Job Growth Rate: 20%
Well-Paid, Skilled Jobs Earnings: $25,000–$40,000 Projected Job Growth Rate: 12%
Low-Paid or Low-Skilled Jobs Earnings: Less than $25,000 Projected Job Growth Rate: 15%
25%
37%
38%
Share of JobsSource: American Diploma Project, 2002.
The Guiding PrinciplesThe Guiding Principles
■ All students will need education beyond high school.
■ Post-secondary education and the workplace require the same skills.
■ Graduation requirements must be for each and every high school student.
■ Rigor must be accompanied by relevance and relationships.
■ World-class graduation requirements are an economic and a moral imperative.
Graduation RequirementsGraduation Requirements
■ Completion of the Michigan Merit Credits that includes a Michigan Merit Core and a 21st Century Applied Learning Core.
■ Completion of an online credit or noncredit course or learning experience.
■ Participation in the Michigan Merit Examination or MI-Access in the spring of the junior year.
Implementation of the Michigan Implementation of the Michigan Merit Credits RequirementsMerit Credits Requirements
■ Requirements beginning with the freshman class of 2006-07 (the graduating class of 2010) unless legislation to support this requirement has not been signed by March 1, 2006 (otherwise the requirement will begin with the freshman class of 2007-08).
■ District requirement to file a phase-in plan if unable to implement immediately.
■ Credit modifications allowed after three years in Michigan Merit Core.
Curricular Format OptionsCurricular Format Options
9th Grade
ELA Overview Algebra I or Geometry
10th Grade
American Literature
Geometry or Algebra II
11th Grade
British/World Literature
Statistics or Algebra II or Pre-Calculus
12th Grade
ELA/Overview Pre-
Calculus or AP Statistics or AP
Calculus
1. Traditional Course/Grade Specific – CTE Integrated
3. By the End of High School
Set of Content Expectations
Mathematics
ELA
Social Studies
Science
CTE Integrated
2. Throughout the High School Experience
Integrated Sequence of Content Expectations with CTE
ACT Minimum Core
English: 4 years
Social Sciences: At least 3 years
Mathematics: At least 3 years
Natural Sciences: At least 3 years
Michigan Merit CoreThe Merit Core content standards may be met in a traditional course sequence or in
different contexts or formats such as a Humanities course sequence, Career and Technical Education programs, or a specialized small school curriculum, or as an online course. Schools that offer courses in a different format must be prepared to demonstrate how these courses align with the Merit Core content standards and demonstrate how the content standards will be assessed. In all instances it is expected that technology, including assistive technology devices and services, will be used to deliver instruction to meet the Michigan Merit Core content standards.
English Language Arts
4 Credits
Credits to include: English 9 {or Humanities sequence, CTE sequence English 10 English 11 English 12These courses will include expository writing, creative writing,
informational text, grammar, speaking, representing, reading, listening, viewing, literature, culture and language.
Mathematics 4 Credits
Credits to Include: Algebra I {or Integrated Math sequence, or CTE Geometry sequence Algebra II 1 Additional Math or Math-Related class(For example: Calculus, Trigonometry, Electronics, Accounting,
Probability and Statistics)Math must be taken in the Senior year.
Science 3 Credits
Credits to Include: Biology {or Integrated Science sequence, or + CTE sequence Physics or Chemistry +1 year of Additional ScienceExamples:Earth Science, Environmental Science, Forensic Science, Microbiology, Nanoscience, Oceanography, AP/IB/College for credit Sciences, Health Sciences, Agriscience, Chemistry, Physics
Social Science 3 Credits
Credits to include: Government/Civics .5 (semester) {or Humanities Economics .5 (semester) sequence, orUS History (including Geography) CTE sequenceWorld History (including Geography)
Health/Physical Education
1 Credit
Examples: Health, Personal Fitness
Visual and Performing Arts
1 Credit
Examples: Vocal and Instrumental Music, Art, Music Appreciation, Art History, Multicultural Art, Readers’ Theater, Dance
World Languages 2 credits
SUBTOTAL 18Credits
9th Grade 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade (Senior Project)
General Requirements
All students are required to take these core classes
All students are required to take these core classes
All students are required to take these core classes
All students are required to take these core
classes
English 9 Algebra I or GeometryPhysical/Earth ScienceCivics or World History (depending on graduation requirement)
H English 10 Algebra II
Biological Chemistry I (General Biology and Chemistry
H US History
H English 11 Pre-Calculus (Trig) (1 section offered 0 hour) Physics I Government and Practical Law or Economics (may also be taken senior year)
H English 12 – (scientific reading, writing and ethics)Calculus (1 section offered 0 hour)Government and Practical Law or Econ (if not taken junior year)
Small School Required Elective(s)
( ½ class will be scheduled) (½ – 1 class will be scheduled) (_1_class will be scheduled) (_1_class will be scheduled)
ATC Computer Literacy OR Computer Applications I
Intro to Computer Programming 1 Geometry (for students who have not had geometry)
Computer Applied Math (for engineering track) ORBiological Chemistry II – (for biomedical track) ((Biochemistry &Cell Biology)
Physics II – PH413/423 (for engineering track) ORAdvanced Biology (for biomedical track)(Genetics and Molecular BiologyCAD II(Principles of Engineering)
General Electives
__1 ½ __ class will be scheduled 1 - 1 ½ class(es) will be scheduled _1-2_ class(es) will be scheduled _2-3_ class(es) will be scheduled
General electives (Fitness/Health is recommended)
General electives (2 years total of Foreign Language recommended)Intro to Computer Programming 2
General electives (2 years total of Foreign Language recommended)
World in Transition (description and curriculum available)
General electives (2 years total of Foreign Language recommended)Applied Probability and Statistics
2121stst Century Applied Learning Core Century Applied Learning Core
All remaining elective credits must include teaching and learning of 21st century skills, examples shown below. The following set of skill categories represent the 21st century skills that all students need to know and apply for successful living in the 21st century. These skills permeate the Merit Academic Core and are enhanced by courses in the elective areas. The course content standards must incorporate one or more of the following categories. Assessments in the 21st Century Applied Learning Core often involve demonstration of satisfactory performance by applying the course content standards to real-world tasks and projects, and contexts. *adapted from the Partnership for 21st Century Skills http://www.21stcenturyskills.org/index.php
21st Century Skill: Global LiteracyUnderstand and address global issues.Learn from and work with others from diverse cultures, religions, and lifestyles.Master non-English language skills as a tool for understanding other nations and cultures.
Course ExamplesFine Arts Music and Performing ArtsWorld Languages: including world languages Chinese, Japanese, Arabic, Swahili, Hindi, Sign language, in addition to Spanish, French, German, etc.Global StudiesMulticultural Studies: including, African American Studies, Native American Studies, Latino Studies, Asian StudiesPhilosophyJROTC
21st Century Skill: Civic LiteracyParticipate effectively in government as an informed citizen Exercise the rights and obligations of citizenship at local, state, national and global levels. Understand the local and global implications of civic decisions. Apply 21st century skills to make intelligent choices as a citizen.
Course ExamplesStudent governmentLeadershipLawService LearningLegislative InternshipBusiness EthicsMVHS Online ClassesAdvanced Placement Courses
21st Century Skill: Financial, Economic, and Entrepreneurial LiteracyMake appropriate personal economic choices. Understand the role of the economy and the role of business in the economy. Apply appropriate 21st century skills to function as a productive contributor within an organizational setting. Integrate oneself within and adapting continually to our nation’s evolving economic and business environment.
Course ExamplesBusiness TechnologyEntrepreneurship, Accounting, MarketingGlobal EconomicsJunior Achievement Applied EconomicsInternshipsLife Science –Personal LivingFinancial ManagementBusiness Management
21st Century Skill: Information and Communications Technology LiteracyUsing information and media literacy skills. Analyzing, accessing, managing, integrating, evaluating and creating information in a variety of forms and media. Understanding the role of media in society. Understanding, managing and creating effective oral, written and multimedia communication in a variety of forms and contexts. Demonstrating interpersonal and self-direction skills. Becoming more productive in accomplishing tasks and developing interest in improving own skills.
Course ExamplesMultimedia, Broadcasting, CISCO, Computer Science Debate and ForensicsOral CommunicationJournalism—PublicationsCreative WritingDramaTheater ArtsFilm and PhotographyDesktop PublishingAdvertising Graphic Arts and DesignFine ArtsPerforming Arts—Dance, Orchestra, Marching Band, Music Technology MVHS Online Classes
21st Century Learning SkillsThinking and Problem-Solving—Critical thinking, systems thinking, exercising sound reasoning, making complex decisions, problem identification, formulation and solution.Interpersonal and Self-Directional-Teamwork and leadership; adapting to varied roles and responsibilities; working productively with others; exercising empathy; respecting diverse perspectivesInformation and Communication- Creativity and intellectual curiosity, information and media skills, communications skills, self direction.
Course ExamplesElectronics, Aviation, Building and Construction TradesRoboticsInternshipsWork Based Learning ExperiencesProbability and StatisticsHealth SciencesPersonal Fitness and Wellness
Accelerated Learning
Acknowledges that students learn at different ratesCan occur at any time in a student’s high school experienceCan assist students in moving beyond grade level, remaining at grade level, or moving to grade level.
Course Examples
Advanced Placement CoursesDual Enrollment CoursesOnline coursesLiteracy LabsMath LabsGear UpUpward BoundRamp Up CoursesMentor Reading2 + 2 + 2 Articulated Programs
Michigan Merit Curriculum Total Total credits for graduation determined by
district
Online LearningOnline Learning
Credit or non-credit course from MVHS or another online course provider
Courses using e-textbooks ACT, SAT, AP test preparation CTE courses Career Development Education Support Programs
6 Period Day6 Period Day
Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Period 1 English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12
Period 2 Biology US History Algebra II Math-Related
Period 3 World History Chemistry Gov/Econ Science
Period 4 Health/PE Geometry CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Period 5 Algebra I Visual/Performing Arts
CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Period 6 World Language
World Language CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Sample Student Schedule with Career Sample Student Schedule with Career Technical Education EmphasisTechnical Education Emphasis
CTECTE
Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Period 1 English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12
Period 2 Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Math-Related
Period 3 World History US History Gov/Econ Science
Period 4 Biology Chemistry
Period 5 Health/PE Fine Arts/Music
Period 6 World Languages World Languages
Sample Student Schedule with Sample Student Schedule with Instrumental Music EmphasisInstrumental Music Emphasis
Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Period 1 English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12
Period 2 Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Math-Related
Period 3 World History US History Gov/Econ Science
Period 4 Biology Chemistry World Languages Elective/Elective
Period 5Health/PE
World Languages
Elective/Elective Elective/Elective
Period 6 Band Band Band Band
7 Period Day7 Period Day
Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Period 1 English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12
Period 2 Algebra I Geometry Algebra II Math-Related
Period 3 Earth Science Biology Physics CTE or Elective
Period 4 World History US History Government/Economics
CTE or Elective
Period 5 Health/PE World Language
CTE or Elective CTE or Elective
Period 6 Visual/Performing Arts
Elective CTE or Elective CTE or Elective
Period 7 World Language Elective CTE or Elective CTE or Elective
First Semester or A ScheduleGrade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Block 1 English 9 English 10 English 11 English 12
Block 2 Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra II Math-Related
Block 3 Health/PE World Language CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Block 4 Elective Elective CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Second Semester or B ScheduleGrade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Block 1 World History US History Physics Government/Economics
Block 2 Biology Chemistry CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Block 3 Visual/Performing Arts
World Language CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
Block 4 Elective Elective CTE or Elective
CTE or Elective
4x4 Block A/B Block4x4 Block A/B Block
Trimester 1 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Period 1 English 9 A English 10 A CTE or Elective CTE or Elective
Period 2 Biology A US History A CTE or Elective CTE or Elective
Period 3 World History A Elective CTE or Elective CTE or Elective
Period 4 Visual/Performing Arts A Elective English 11 A English 12 A
Period 5 Algebra 1 A World Language 2A Algebra II A Math-Related A
Trimester 2 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Period 1 Health/PE A Elective CTE or Elective CTE or Elective
Period 2 Biology B Elective CTE or Elective CTE or Elective
Period 3 Algebra 1 B Chemistry A CTE or Elective CTE or Elective
Period 4 Visual/Performing Arts B Geometry A Algebra II B Math-Related B
Period 5 World Language 1A World Language 2B Economics Science A
Trimester 3 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
Period 1 English 9 B English 10 B CTE or Elective CTE or Elective
Period 2 Health/PE B US History B CTE or Elective CTE or Elective
Period 3 World History B Chemistry B CTE or Elective CTE or Elective
Period 4 World Language 1B Geometry B Government English 12 B
Period 5 Elective Elective English 11 B Science B
Trimester Schedule
Advisory Committee
Chief Academic Officer
High School Consultant
AssessmentHigh SchoolContent Expectations
Student Support and
Intervention
Outreach and
Communication
Promising Redesign Practices
Secondary/Post-SecondaryTransitions
Professional Development
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