MONTGOMERY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL COURSE GUIDE Graduating Class of 2012

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STATEMENT OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND NON-DISCRIMINATION Students, their parents, and employees of the Montgomery County Schools are notified that the school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability in employment, educational programs, or activities as set forth in the Title IX, Title VI, and Section 504. Any inquiries concerning the Montgomery County Schools' compliance with Title IX, Title VI, and Section 504 should be directed to the Montgomery County Board of Education.

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ADMINISTRATION BOARD OF EDUCATION Kenny Gulley Jennifer Ratliff Fern Reed Kelly Murphy Harold Wayne Witt

MCHS SITE-BASED COUNCIL Mike Donaldson David Ledford Todd Wilson Charlotte Jones Mark Mantooth Melissa Eads

SUPERINTENDENT Dr. Daniel Freeman

PRINCIPAL Todd Wilson

ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT Phil Rison Jacqui Johnston

ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS Cheryl Cooper Rocky Franz

DIRECTOR OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION Dawn Cockrell

DEAN OF STUDENTS Bart Rison

DIRECTOR OF SECONDARY EDUCATION Kelly Foster

ATHLETIC DIRECTOR Bart Rison

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE & TECHNOLOGY Tom Hunt

COUNSELORS Melissa Eads Lacy Carrington-Gross Jon Mansfield

DIRECTOR OF SAFTEY Mike Martin

MEDIA COORDINATOR Tammy Haydon

DIRECTOR OF FOOD SERVICES Julie Wessling

YOUTH SERVICE CENTER DIRECTOR Becky Kelley

DIRECTOR OF PUPIL PERSONNEL Hopey Newkirk

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TABLE OF CONTENTS History of Montgomery County High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Philosophy of Montgomery County High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Academic Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Testing Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Co-Curricular Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Extracurricular and Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MCHS Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scheduling Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Graduation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Additional Graduation Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Career Clusters and Majors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tech Prep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Annual Senior Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scholarships and Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Community Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . College Preparation Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Colleges and Universities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Agriculture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automotive Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Business Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carpentry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Family and Consumer Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Foreign Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Humanities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Information Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JROTC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marketing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Practical Living, Health, & Physical Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Social Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Special Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High School Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Career Cluster Sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Edited by Dana Dawson and Kelly Foster

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HISTORY OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

The above logo inscribed with the words "Strength in Unity" depicts the history of Montgomery County High School. Before 1964 four high schools – Camargo, Dubois, Montgomery County and Mt. Sterling – existed in this county. In the late 1950s, Superintendent D.C. Anderson and the Montgomery County Board of Education began to consider the idea of a consolidated high school for Montgomery County. During the administration of Superintendent E.G. Jones, who followed Mr. Anderson, the voters of the county passed a bond issue and the Board of Education purchased property for construction of a new high school building on Woodford Drive. With Calvin Hunt serving as principal and J.B. Cunningham as assistant principal, the new Montgomery County High School opened its door to the first group of students and teachers in the fall of 1964. Although the outer walls, doors, floors, and windows were in place, much of the building was still under construction. Undaunted by the inconvenience, a few days before the opening of school, teachers, pupils, and maintenance personnel transferred books, equipment, and materials from both Montgomery County and Camargo to the new building. Then in late August, fire destroyed Dubois High School and county students who had attended Dubois also became part of the student body at Montgomery County High School. With the merging of students from Montgomery County, Camargo, and Dubois in the present building, a new era began in the history of Montgomery County Schools. After adoption of the Community Education concept by the Board of Education in 1972 during the Superintendency of John H. Brock, Montgomery County participated in a Southern Association self-study to determine the strengths and weaknesses of all facets of the school program. Following a visit by a Southern Association Accreditation team in April 1973, Montgomery County High School gained membership in this prestigious accrediting agency. In 1975 the board members of the Montgomery County Schools met with the Mt. Sterling Independent School District Board and decided upon a time frame for merger of the two districts. Complete merger of the school districts occurred under the leadership of Superintendents Bobby Joe Whitaker and Jack Miller when students from Mt. Sterling High School enrolled in Montgomery County High School during the fall of 1977. Serving as principal during this transition was Richard Hughes, who attributed the successful merger to highly trained, professional and dedicated staff. David Points, assistant principal under Richard Hughes, succeeded him as principal in 1979 and served through 1990. Bobby Joe Whitaker retired in 1986 as superintendent and was succeeded by Dr. Robert Haynes, who served as superintendent for four years. Dr. Richard Hughes served as superintendent from 1990-1997. Dr. Dan Freeman became superintendent during the 1998 spring semester. Bill Morgan served briefly as MCHS principal in 1990 and was followed by John Radjunas. Brad Sorrell became principal during the 1995-96 school year. Shannon White was named principal in 1997 and served through the 2007-2008 school year. Todd Wilson was named principal in July of 2008. During nearly two decades, the "Strength in Unity" theme has contributed to significant accomplishments, including a tripling of the student population, strengthening of the academic programs, expanding the cocurricular opportunities, and providing additional athletic activities. Currently, MCHS has an approximate enrollment of thirteen hundred students and a certified staff of eight-five.

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PHILOSOPHY OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL We believe that all Montgomery County High School students are unique individuals with varied backgrounds. Recognizing these differences, our goal is to prepare students to be responsible members of society by developing to the extent possible their intellectual, physical, emotional, and social potential. Flexibility and cooperative effort will ensure our awareness of the students’ changing needs.

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ACADEMIC POLICIES GRADING SCALE A B C D F

90 – 100 80 – 89 70 – 79 60 – 69 0 - 59

GRADE-POINT AVERAGE & WEIGHTED GRADES The grade-point average, which is based on final grades, shall include all courses attempted. Full-credit courses are based on one semester of work (18 weeks of a 90minute class) or two semesters of work (36 weeks of a 45-minute class). Half-credit courses are based on 9 weeks of work. Thus, a credit is awarded for any subject that meets 90 minutes 5 days a week for 18 weeks or 45 minutes 5 days a week for 36 weeks. Using the scale below, the grade-point average is calculated by dividing the total number of quality points by the total number of credits attempted. Each course a student attempts shall be placed on the permanent record (transcript) and counted toward the grade-point average and class rank. A student may repeat a course in order to earn a better grade. The higher grade will replace the lower grade for the purpose of calculating the grade-point average and class rank. However, only one credit will be awarded if the class is repeated. The following courses have been designated as weighted (W) classes: any Advanced Placement (AP) course, Honors English I, Honors English II, Honors English III, 5th year of foreign language, Honors Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, Advanced Topics in Math, Advanced Topics in Biology, and Honors World Civilization. Quality Points 4.0 Scale Regular Classes A - 4 Points x credits per course B - 3 Points x credits per course C - 2 Points x credits per course D - 1 Point x credits per course

Quality Points 5.0 Scale Weighted Classes A - 5 Points x credits per course B - 4 Points x credits per course C - 3 Points x credits per course

HONOR ROLL Principal's List: All A’s Honor Roll: All A’s and/or B’s CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADE PLACEMENT The total number of units or credits students have earned as of the beginning of each school year will determine their grade-level designations. The grade-level assignments for students are as follows: 10 th 5 11 th 12 12 th 20 LIMIT ON CREDITS EARNED The maximum number of credits that a student may earn in a school year (August June) is ten (10).

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CORRESPONDENCE COURSES Independent study by means of correspondence is offered to students at MCHS. The Montgomery County Board of Education allows a maximum of two units of academic credit be earned through correspondence and applied toward graduation. Approval of the principal or guidance counselor shall be obtained before the course is taken. Courses are accepted only through the University of Kentucky. Students must sign up for a correspondence course in the Guidance Office prior to February 1 of each school year. MAKE-UP WORK POLICY 1. On the day of return, students must check to see what assignments were missed. 2. If any school work is missed, including a quiz or a test, the student has three days to make arrangements to make up the work. 3. When students plan to stay after school, they must make an appointment with their teacher(s) to arrange for make-up work and dates. AUDIT POLICY Students who wish to audit a class may do so with the approval of an audit committee. The audit will only be considered under special circumstances as determined by the committee. The committee will consist of an administrator, the student’s guidance counselor, the classroom teacher of the class the student wishes to audit, the department chair of the class discipline, and the parents of the student. Students are responsible for the teacher’s expectations for the class. OFFICE WORK POLICY During their high school career, students may be allowed to take one semester of office work in building one, building two, or the guidance office. During that semester the student will be trained on how to answer the phone, greet visitors, deliver mail, and any other duties needed by the office secretary. VIRTUAL/ONLINE COURSES Students may earn a maximum of three (3) units of academic credit to be applied toward graduation requirements by completing online courses offered through agencies approved by the Board, such as the Kentucky Virtual High School (KVHS). Credit from an online or virtual course may be earned only under certain circumstances. Students may see their guidance counselor for complete details. WRITING PORTFOLIO POLICY A student must score at least an apprentice on the senior writing portfolio in order to earn a credit in English IV. See the complete policy for specific details. MATH POLICY Effective with the class of 2010 and all classes thereafter, students scoring in the bottom quartile on the CTBS math sections and/or in the Novice category on the CATS math assessment taken during their eighth grade year, will be required to attend ESS Until they master identified Accelerated Math objectives. The objectives will be determined by the ESS/math personnel and be selected based on information from the students test scores. Failure to complete ESS requirements will result in the student being retained in a 9th grade TGA. Effective with the class of 2010, students scoring in the bottom quartile, as freshmen, on the CTBS math sections, will be required to attend math ESS during their sophomore

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year until they master the identified Accelerated Math objectives. The objectives will be determined by the ESS/math personnel and be selected based on information from the students test scores. Failure to complete ESS requirements will result in the student being retained in a 10th grade TGA. Effective with the class of 2010, students scoring the bottom quartile, as sophomores, on the CTBS math sections will be required to attend math ESS in the fall semester of their junior year until they master identified Accelerated Math objective. During the 3rd nine weeks of their junior year, these students will be enrolled in a 9-weeks math course designed for test readiness. The objectives for ESS will be determined by the ESS/math personnel and be selected based on information from the students test scores. Effective with the class of 2010, students scoring in the Novice category on the math CATS assessment their junior year, will be placed in an Applied Math class or higher level math class during their senior year. Students must pass this class in order to participate in the graduation ceremony. INDEPENDENT STUDY POLICY Independent study classes are limited to juniors and seniors. A student may take only one independent study per year and only if a suitable course is not available. Weighted classes may not be taken through independent study. See your guidance counselor for details on how to apply for independent study. PLAGIARISM POLICY All students, as well as their parents, must sign the MCHS plagiarism policy. The policy outlines the specific violations. Violations of the policy will result in a zero on assignments and may affect participation in the graduation ceremony.

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TESTING PROGRAMS TESTING INFORMATION As sophomores or juniors, it is important that students seriously consider their future plans. If they plan to continue their education after high school, then they need to take the ACT or SAT I . These tests are used by four-year colleges/universities, community colleges and Kentucky technical colleges for admission purposes. The tests may also be used in determining one or more of the following: scholarships, course placement, NCAA eligibility, etc. Statistics indicate that there is an advantage in taking the ACT or SAT I more than once. We also recommend the PLAN (a pre-ACT) and the PSAT (a preliminary SAT). Listed below is information about these programs. ACT The ACT is used by all state-supported colleges and universities in Kentucky. The SAT I is also accepted by many state schools although few take it. All Kentucky private colleges/universities also accept the test. The ACT consists of tests in four subject areas: English, mathematics, reading, and science reasoning. The ACT now has an optional writing test. Students should check with their colleges to see if they need to take this option. The composite score is the average of the 4 standard scores that range from 1 (low) to 36 (high). The national average is 20.9. In order to qualify for major academic college scholarships, a student must have a high ACT composite and a high GPA in college preparatory courses. Students may take the ACT as many times as they wish without penalty. Most schools recognize their top composite score. The exception is the military academies, which average the ACT composites. Students are advised to begin taking the ACT no later than their junior year. We administer the PLAN, a pre-ACT test, to all sophomore students. The ACT is given five times each year. MCHS has been designated as an ACT test site for the October, December, and April test dates. In order to take the test at MCHS, students need to mark code 161850 as their choice for testing site. Student-athletes must mark code 9999 as a college choice if they plan to play NCAA Division I or Division II sports. * Students must have a letter of identification from their guidance counselor or an approved photo ID (such as a driver's license) in order to be admitted to the test site. PLAN The PLAN is ACT's tenth-grade assessment program. Its purpose is two-fold. • To provide all sophomores, their parents, and counselors with the comprehensive, detailed information they need for sound educational planning. • To give an early indication of readiness for the ACT assessment. The PLAN and ACT are closely linked to the high school curriculum and focus on four major areas of knowledge and skills: English, mathematics, reading, and science reasoning. An interest inventory examines student interests and identifies job families, high school courses, college majors, and training associated with these interests. A study skills assessment measures knowledge of effective study techniques while the student information section provides information about career and educational needs.

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The PLAN is administered to sophomores during the fall semester. SAT (SCHOLASTIC APTITUDE TEST) I: Reasoning Test This test is used by many independent or private schools and out-of-state colleges and universities. The SAT is primarily a multiple-choice test in three sections—critical reading, mathematics, and writing. Scores range from a minimum of 200 to a maximum of 800 in each section. 1. It is the responsibility of the student to contact a counselor to determine if the SAT is needed for the private or out-of-state colleges and universities he or she wishes to attend. 2. Some private and out-of-state colleges and universities require the SAT to be taken as a junior because these scores are needed when applying for admission to colleges and universities at the beginning of the fall semester in their senior year. SAT II: Subject Tests These tests are designed to measure students’ knowledge and skills in particular subject areas, as well as their ability to apply that knowledge. Many colleges use the SAT II: Subject Tests for admission decisions, for course placement, and to advise students about course selection. Some colleges specify the Subject Tests they require; others allow applicants to choose which tests to take. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the college of his/her choice and find out which tests are required. PSAT (PRELIMINARY SCHOLASTIC APTITUDE TEST) The PSAT/NMSQT measures general critical reading, math reasoning, and writing skills that students develop over many years, both in and out of school. It assesses knowledge and skills acquired through courses in English, mathematics, science, and social studies, as well as through experiences outside the classroom. The test assesses the ability to reason with facts and concepts rather than the ability to recall and recite them. By taking the PSAT/NMSQT, students can *Compare their ability to do college work with the ability of college-bound peers. *Practice for the SAT I, a college admission test with similar questions and scores. *Enter scholarship competitions conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation and other programs. *Receive information from colleges, universities, and certain scholarship programs about educational and financial aid opportunities. The PSAT is administered on a national scheduled test date each October. ASVAB (ARMED SERVICES VOCATIONAL APTITUDE BATTERY) This is a multiple aptitude test battery offered free of charge by the Department of Defense to students in secondary and postsecondary schools, tenth grade and above. The ASVAB measures one's aptitude toward higher academic learning and the potential for success in a number of career areas. AP EXAMS (ADVANCED PLACEMENT) AP is a program of college-level courses and exams that give high school students the opportunity to receive advanced placement and/or credit in college. Each college decides which AP examination grades it will accept for credit and/or advanced placement. Most institutions accept scores of 3 and above on a scale of 1 - 5.

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CATS (COMMONWEALTH ACCOUNTABILITY TESTING SYSTEM) CATS is a state-mandated assessment system which includes the administration of standardized tests each spring. Ninth graders take the CTBS, a national normed test. MCHS also chooses to administer this to 10th graders. Students in grades 10-12 take the Kentucky Core Content Tests. These are multiple-choice and open-response tests in various subject areas. Seniors must also submit writing portfolios as part of CATS requirements.

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STUDENT SERVICES GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT Counseling services are available to all students at Montgomery County High School. Students are encouraged to visit counselors for any of the following reasons: 1. Information about grades or graduation 2. Information about vocations, careers, colleges, scholarships, and financial aid 3. Interpretation of test results 4. Individual testing 5. Course selection and schedule changes 6. Personal issues YOUTH SERVICES CENTER The mission of the Youth Services Center (YSC) is to eliminate external barriers that may prevent a student from receiving the education he or she needs and deserves. Services provided by the YSC include referrals to social services, employment counseling, training and placement for students, summer and part-time job placement, family crisis intervention, and referrals to mental health services. ADOLESCENT HEALTH CARE UNIT The Montgomery County School system provides health care and social services at MCHS and other county schools. Various services are provided by the health care units. Any service beyond basic first aid requires parental consent. Parents sign a permission slip at beginning of the school year to allow administration of non-prescription drugs. If students need prescription drugs while they are at school, parents should contact the health care unit so a special consent can be obtained to allow medical staff to give the medication. Basic health assessment and referrals are available for all students. EXTENDED SCHOOL SERVICES (ESS) The Extended School Services Program is available for students needing extra help beyond the normal school day. Tutoring sessions are held two days a week with days and times to be announced. English, math, science, social studies, and/or writing portfolio tutoring is available in the ESS program, depending on demand and funding. Other programs, such as ACT preparation courses, may be made available depending on student interest. There is no cost for the ESS program, and bus transportation for students who need it will be provided during the afternoon sessions. SECOND CHANCE PROGRAM Second Chance is offered to students who meet certain criteria in math, science, English, and social studies classes. In order to be a candidate for the Second Chance Program, a student must have a final grade of 50%-59% and fill out the application for the program. This application, which can be picked up from the guidance office, contains a recommendation from the classroom teacher and attendance information. The principal will review all applications for the program and give final approval for Second Chance eligibility. A student approved for the program must attend a minimum of fifteen ESS sessions and complete the work assigned by the classroom teacher. The program is offered during the second semester of each school year during regular ESS sessions to enable students to complete a credit in a failed class. Transportation will be

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provided at least one day a week in the afternoon. Students must provide their own transportation for the morning sessions. MCHS SUMMER SCHOOL Summer school is offered to students who meet certain criteria in academic classes during the regular school year. In order to be a candidate for summer school, a student must have a final grade of 50% - 59% in the academic class and fill out the application for summer school. This application, which can be picked up from the guidance office, contains a recommendation from the classroom teacher and attendance information. The principal will review all applications and give final approval for summer school eligibility. Summer school will offer the student an opportunity to complete the credit in the failed class. Students may be required to provide their own transportation. Summer school will be conducted from 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. for a two to three-week period. NOTE: The academic classes offered during summer school depend on student need and ESS funding. Students may check with the guidance department concerning offerings, dates, and times. TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS Requests for transcripts to be sent to colleges or other institutions must be made through the guidance office. Students must be aware that transcripts contain all grades earned (including transfer grades and credits), ACT, PSAT, PLAN, AP, and other test scores, attendance records, and identifying demographic data. When requesting transcripts, students and their parents must sign a release form. The school cannot be responsible for selecting only part(s) of a transcript to send. Alumni who request copies of transcripts must follow the same procedures. TEXTBOOKS AND CLASS MATERIALS Textbooks are provided free of charge. Students who lose or damage books must pay the full replacement price of the book(s) before withdrawing from school or before a diploma will be issued. Although books are occasionally issued to students who still owe fees or other obligations, a cumulative record of fees for lost or damaged books is maintained and students will be notified of their balance before graduation. Diplomas will only be issued after all fees are paid. Some laboratory and/or activity classes may assess materials fees.

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CO-

CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMS

BOYS AND GIRLS STATE The local American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary sponsor Boys and Girls State each year. The purpose of these programs is to give Kentucky students of high school age a knowledge of fundamental principles and functions of American government through actual participation in election of officers and carrying out their duties as a citizen or official. Eligibility is limited to juniors in high school, and the students are selected according to leadership, character, honesty, cooperation, community participation and scholarship. CENTRAL KENTUCKY YOUTH SALUTE The Central Kentucky Youth Salute Program, sponsored by the Lexington and Central Kentucky Youth Leadership Council, honors high school juniors in the community who maintain a high scholastic average and have demonstrated leadership ability. To qualify for Youth Salute, a student must 1. be a high school junior. 2. be a good student (3.0 GPA or better). 3. have been elected to two positions of leadership by peers in a school, religious, or community-sponsored organization during his/her high school years. EDUCATIONAL TALENT SEARCH This program is designed to enable students to continue in and complete high school and enroll in a postsecondary educational program. It provides educational counseling, financial aid counseling, and additional enrichment services. It is open to students in grades 9-12 and is sponsored by Morehead State University. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. HUGH O'BRIAN AWARD The purpose of the Hugh O'Brian program is to bring outstanding high school sophomores together with a group of distinguished leaders in business, government, education, and the professions so they can discuss present and future issues using an informal question and answer format. Selection of delegates is based on academic record, teacher recommendations, leadership ability, sensitivity and concern for others, and the ability to learn and share experiences with others. The weekend program is held at Transylvania University in June. KENTUCKY GOVERNOR'S SCHOLARS PROGRAM The Governor's Scholars program is a challenging five-week residential summer program for outstanding Kentucky high school students who have completed their junior year. The program offers a concentrated academic and personal growth experience for students who have demonstrated exceptional intellectual potential, high academic achievement, and creative ability. The selection process is based on test scores, academic standing, teacher nominations, honors and activities, and written essays.

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KENTUCKY GOVERNOR'S SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS The Kentucky Governor's School for the Arts, a joint program of the Kentucky Center for the Arts and the Office of the Governor, is a three-week, summer residential program for artistically talented sophomores and juniors. Prospective students should possess a high degree of talent in at least one of the following art forms: Creative Writing, Dance, Drama, Instrumental Music, Vocal Music, Musical Theater, Visual Art, or Architecture. Students should be dedicated, disciplined, and show potential for becoming creative artists. Admission to the Governor's School for the Arts is determined by 1) audition in the performing arts, 2) portfolio review in visual art, or 3) manuscript review in creative writing. UPWARD BOUND Upward Bound is a preparatory program designed to help students in grades 9-12 develop the skills and motivation necessary for success beyond high school. The program strives to instill in students a positive attitude toward learning and to expose them to new academic and social experiences. The five-week summer program is held at Morehead State University.

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EXTRACURRICULAR AND ATHLETICS MCHS ACTIVITIES/ATHLETICS RULES AND REGULATIONS Students who participate in any extracurricular activities must follow MCHS's eligibility policy. In addition to the KHSAA Eligibility Rules and Regulations, which represent minimal requirements for participation in interscholastic athletics in Kentucky, the Montgomery County High Site Based Council has published the following policy: 1. No failing grade is allowed. 2. The responsibility of checking grades shall be the responsibility of the coach or sponsor. 3. The 4 ½ week progress report will determine eligibility. 4. Ineligible students' activities can be suspended for no less than one week, but until grades are passing. 5. In the case of athletics, for the purpose of safety in conditioning, a student may practice a maximum of three times during each week of ineligibility. All other activities shall be limited to the time spent in the classroom and those activities not requiring eligibility for which related subject credit is awarded. 6. Calendars of activities will be submitted by each organization on a monthly basis. 7. Ineligible competitors will not be allowed to attend any game or contest with the team, home or away, while they are ineligible. If a student feels that the cause for being declared ineligible is due to an extenuating circumstance, a request for an appeal may be made to the principal. If the principal sees possible cause, a hearing committee will be assembled. It shall consist of teacher(s) from subject(s) in which unacceptable grades occurred, a counselor, the student's extracurricular sponsor(s), a student peer (selected by the principal) , and a principal. If the committee rules for the student, an additional period of probation shall be awarded. NCAA INFORMATION Students who plan to participate in athletics on the college level must register with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Clearinghouse. This should be done no later than the first semester of the senior year. To be certified by the Clearinghouse, students must 1. Graduate from high school. 2. Earn a grade-point average of at least 2.00 on a 4.00 scale in a core curriculum of thirteen academic courses. 3. Earn a sum of scores of at least 68 on the ACT or a combined score of at least 820 on the recentered SAT. 4. Please note: An "initial-eligibility index" will be applied to those students who wish to participate in Division I athletics. This index basically requires that a student with a GPA below 2.5 score higher on the ACT or SAT than the minimum 68 or 820 combined score. See a counselor for details on the index. 5. Earn the following core units to be eligible for Division I: English - 4 units; Math - 2 units; Science - 2 units; Social Studies - 2 units; 1 additional unit from English, Math, or Science; 2 additional units from English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language, Computer Science, Philosophy, or Nondoctrinal Religion.

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6. Earn the following core units to be eligible for Division II: English - 3 units; Math - 2 units; Science - 2 units; Social Studies - 2 units; 2 additional units from English, Math, or Science; 2 additional units from English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language, Computer Science, Philosophy, or Nondoctrinal Religion. STEPS TO FOLLOW FOR NCAA STUDENT RELEASE FORM 1. Get a Student Release Form from a counselor – or obtain one online at www.ncaaclearinghouse.org - no later than the first semester of the senior year. 2. Fill out the form in black ink. 3. Submit the complete original (white copy) of the Release Form to the Clearinghouse (fee $30). 4. Give both the yellow and pink copies of the Release Form to a counselor. 5. Students will be informed by mail when the Clearinghouse has received and 6. processed the necessary documents.

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MCHS CLUBS ARTS CLUB—A student driven community service organization that focuses on enhancing our surroundings with the beauty of art. Each student is expected to participate by attending a monthly meeting and work sessions. Grade Level – 9-12 Sponsor – Becky Banks BETA CLUB—an academic organization for students of good character and achievement Grade Level—10-12 Academic Requirements—3.25 in academic classes on the comprehensive diploma Dues—$15 national dues Sponsor—Felicia Bond, Charlotte Jones CHESS CLUB—serves as both a special interest club and a competitive team. Montgomery County chess players compete in tournaments against teams from throughout the state, culminating in the regional and state tournaments. Grade Level—9-12 Academic Requirements—none Dues—none, but students are required to sign up for U.S. Chess Federation to compete in scholastic tournaments and may be required to pay tournament fees. School Sponsored Trips—various tournaments Sponsor—Craig Combs CO-ED-Y—a service and youth-in-government club that is affiliated with the state YMCA of Kentucky. The club participates in many school and community service projects throughout the year. Two popular events are the Powder Puff Football game and Christmas Party for needy children. The club meets at least once a month before school and offers an elementary mentoring program. Grade Level—9-12 Academic Requirements—Students should have high academic and moral standards. Dues—$35 School Sponsored Trips—Kentucky Youth Assembly in November, Kentucky United Nations Assembly in the spring, and various elementary school activities Sponsor— Becky Banks DECA— Distributive Education Clubs of America is a student organization available to students enrolled in any marketing education course. It is an integral part of the instruction, and activities are provided to enhance leadership and citizenship development. Competitive events are designed around students’ career objectives, and the classroom instruction prepares them for their occupations. Students are encouraged to be members and become involved in these activities. Grade Level—9-12 Academic Requirements—state guidelines Dues—$15 School Sponsored Trips—regional, state, and national career development Sponsor—Brandon Brewer FBLA—Future Business Leaders of America is a non-profit organization made up of students preparing for careers in business and business-related fields. Our mission is to

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bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs. Grade Level—9-12 Dues—$10 (National, State, and Local) School Sponsored Trips—leadership conferences, competitions, and field trips to industries Sponsors-- Angela Barker, Ronda Bowles, Marissa Conway, and Barbara Drake, and Alicia Frazier FCA – The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is touching millions of lives… one heart at a time. Since 1954, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes has been challenging coaches and athletes on the professional, college, high school, junior high and youth levels to use the powerful medium of athletics to impact the world for Jesus Christ. FCA is the largest Christian sports organization in America. FCA focuses on serving local communities by equipping, empowering and encouraging people to make a difference for Christ. Our local (huddle) chapter invites all students to participate. Opportunities for leading worship or devotions are given and encouraged. Students in an interdenominational way, share their hearts with one another and encourage each other on their high school journey of faith. Grade Level – 9-12 Dues – None Sponsor – Mike Sexton Co-Sponsors – Tracy Fugate, Sandy Hampton, Melissa Eads FCCLA—Family Career and Community Leaders of America is the official student organization for family and consumer sciences and is an integral part of the instructional program at all levels. Although individual membership is not mandatory, pupils are encouraged to join the local chapter and fully benefit from citizenship training, regional and state levels and skills competition in STAR events (Students Taking Action for Recognition). Grade Level—9-12 Academic Requirements—currently or previously enrolled in family and consumer sciences Dues—$15 each year for membership in local, regional, state and national chapters School Sponsored Trips—regional and state activities and FCCLA meetings Sponsor— Kayla Cole FEA – Future Educators of America is an organization that provides opportunities for students to explore teaching as a career option while gaining leadership experiences in the field of education. FEA provides a realistic understanding of teaching and encourages students from diverse backgrounds to think seriously about teaching. Grade Level—9-12 Dues—$10 Sponsors—Felicia Bond FFA—The National FFA Organization is an integral part of the vocational agricultural program. Activities are primarily aimed to develop leadership, citizenship, cooperation, and agricultural skills of the members. Classroom learning is enhances by utilizing our 174 acre school farm located 2.5 miles from campus. Grade Level—9-12 Academic Requirements—none Dues—$9 (State and National dues)

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School Sponsored Trips—state and national FFA conventions, state fair, and numerous regional contests and college field days. Sponsors—Jeff Arnett and Alton Stull HOSA—Health Occupations Students of America is a national, state and local organization for secondary students enrolled in the Health Science curriculum at MCATC. HOSA promotes physical, mental, and social well-being. This club enhances the delivery and quality of health care to all. Members of HOSA have the opportunity to share experiences with other people involved in the health care of America. Knowledge, professionalism, and confidence are areas stressed and demonstrated in the HOSA organization. Grade Level—9-12 Academic Requirements—Students who are enrolled or have been enrolled in the Health Science curriculum Dues—$13 (includes affiliation in the national, state, and local chapter) School Sponsored Trips—field trips, leadership conference, state and national conventions Sponsor—Joyce Davis INTERACT CLUB—an international service club for high school students sponsored by the Rotary Club. The purposes of this club are as follows: 1. to provide an opportunity for young people to work together in a world fellowship dedicated to service and international understanding 2. to recognize and develop leadership and personal integrity 3. to build respect for the rights of others and recognize the worth of each individual Grade Level—9-12 Dues—$5 Sponsors–Kim Barnes KEY CLUB— a high school civic organization sponsored by the Mt. Sterling Kiwanis Club. The following activities are sponsored by the Key Club: Ronald McDonald House and Operation Happiness. Grade Level—9-12 Academic Requirements—none Dues—$15 School Sponsored Trips—Kentucky/Tennessee International Convention Sponsor— MOCK TRIAL TEAM—The Mock Trial Competition is a challenging academic competition in which students try court cases against other schools in an actual courtroom in front of a real judge. Some students play the roles of attorneys, while others act as witnesses. Students competing on the Mock Trial Team are chosen by the sponsor and an attorney-coach, but interested students are encouraged to inform the sponsor. Grade Level—9-12 Dues—none School Sponsored Trips—various tournaments Sponsor—Jon Mansfield and Chip Manley NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY—a student service organization. Its purposes include to create in students an enthusiasm for scholarships, to stimulate in students a desire to render service, to promote worthy leadership and to encourage in students the

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development of character. Selection for membership is made by the faculty and is based on outstanding scholarship, character, leadership, and service. Grade Level—12 Academic Requirements—3.5 GPA in the pre-college curriculum Sponsor—Jon Mansfield SERVE—(Students Enjoying Rewarding Volunteer Experiences) is an organization which encourages students to become involved in service activities and provides opportunities for volunteer experiences. Grade Level—9-12 Dues—None Sponsors—Charles Comer and Louise Summers STLP—Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP) is a project-based learning program that empowers students in all grade levels to use technology in and out of the classroom. Student-designed projects fall into four categories – instructional, community, technical, and entrepreneurial – and are created to help the school and community while also meeting the six STLP Goals. Some activities qualify as servicelearning projects and provide assistance to charities or other local agencies in need. Other activities can be described as entrepreneurial and illustrate the beginning steps of forming a small business. Any technology use throughout the entire campus can be used as an STLP project. Grade Level—9-12 Dues—None School Sponsored Trips—Regional Showcase/Competition and Kentucky Teaching and Learning Conference Sponsor—Mike Sexton STUDENT COUNCIL—The purposes of this organization are to develop a better understanding between faculty and students, to give students a better understanding of responsibility and leadership of the democratic process, and to promote a good relationship between the school and the community. Grade Level—9-12 Dues— $15 Academic Requirements—members 2.0 and elected by class members. Officers must have a 2.5, teacher recommendation, and elected by council members. School Sponsored Trips—State Conference (fall) and Leadership Conference (summer) Sponsor—Amanda Reffitt

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SCHEDULING INFORMATION SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS Each student must be enrolled for a minimum of eight semesters. In addition, each student must be in full-time enrollment. PRE-REGISTRATION Pre-registration is conducted to ensure classes are scheduled to meet the needs of students. Pre-registration is crucial to the effective planning of any master schedule. Thus, it is the practice of Montgomery County High School to disallow students from changing their requests from their pre-registration. Occasionally, requests will be honored if the requested class did not materialize due to small enrollment, the student changes his or her career major, or if the error is clearly the fault of the school. SUMMER SCHEDULE CHANGES During the summer students with scheduling problems will have the opportunity to have a personal conference with the counselors. Student schedules will be changed for any of these "legitimate" reasons: 1. The student did not request the course. 2. The student has previously failed the course under that teacher. A change will be made if possible. 3. There is a mistake in the schedule (as determined by administration). 4. The student lacks the necessary prerequisites for the course. 5. The student failed a needed course in the spring. **Student and parent requests for a schedule change because of the teacher will be referred to the principal. **Any student requesting a schedule change for any reason not listed above must have his/her parent come in to see the student’s counselor and discuss the change. At that time if the change is made, the parent will sign the appropriate form. FALL AND SPRING SCHEDULE CHANGES Once a semester begins, schedule changes will be made only during the first five days of classes for these reasons only: 1. The student has previously failed the course under that teacher. A change will be made if possible. 2. There is a mistake in the schedule (as determined by administration). 3. The student lacks the necessary prerequisites for the course. 4. The student failed a needed course during the previous semester. 5. Teacher initiated transfers of a student from a higher to a lower-level course within the same subject area. **Students adding a class within the five days are responsible for making up all work missed. **No full-credit class may be added after the first five class days except for new students. **Any student requesting a schedule change for any reason not listed above must have his/her parent come in to see the student’s counselor and discuss the change. At that time if the change is made, the parent will sign the appropriate form.

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SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES After the fifth day of classes each semester, a student may not drop a semester class unless he/she has special circumstances (medical, unresolvable student/teacher conflicts) which are approved by the principal. After the third day of classes each semester, a student may not drop a 9 week class unless he/she has special circumstances (medical, etc.) which are approved by the principal. The student and a parent/legal guardian must request a conference with the principal prior to granting of approval. The student will not be permitted to enroll in a full-credit class after the 5th day of class. A Withdraw Failing after the 3rd or 5th day will be indicated as a failure on the transcript and as an F for GPA purposes.

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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CLASS OF 2012

REGULAR PROGRAM ENGLISH…………………………………………………………………………………………………….4 CREDITS English I, II, III, and IV (any level)

MATH………………………………………………………………………………………………………...4 CREDITS **A Math Class must be taken each year of high school Algebra 1, Algebra II, Geometry th One of the following as the 4 requirement: Algebra III (teacher recommendation is required) Applied Math (does not meet pre-college curriculum—teacher recommendation is required)

SCIENCE…………………………………………………………………………………………………….4 CREDITS Integrated Science, Biology, Science Department Elective, Approved Elective

SOCIAL STUDIES………………………………………………………………………………………….3 CREDITS Social Studies Survey World Civilization (grade 10) U.S. History (grade 11)

KEYBOARDING APPLICATIONS…………………………………………………………………………1 CREDIT HEALTH ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1/2 CREDIT P.E. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….1/2 CREDIT HISTORY AND APPRECIATION OF THE VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS………………………. 1 CREDIT ELECTIVES……………………………………………………………………………………………… 10 CREDITS TOTAL CREDITS…………………………………………………………………………………………… 28

COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM ENGLISH…………………………………………………………………………………………………….4 CREDITS Accelerated English I or Honors English I Accelerated English II or Honors English II Accelerated English III or Honors English III Accelerated English IV or AP English Lit

MATH……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4 CREDITS **A Math class must be taken each year of high school. Accelerated Algebra I Accelerated Geometry or Honors Geometry Accelerated Algebra II or Honors Algebra II One of the following electives: Accelerated Pre-Calculus or Honors PreCalculus Finite/Probability & Statistics Accelerated Algebra III (requires teacher recommendation) Advanced Topics in Math AP Calculus AB

SCIENCE…………………………………………………………………………………………………….4 CREDITS Accelerated Integrated Science Accelerated Biology Accelerated Chemistry or Physics Science Department Elective

SOCIAL STUDIES………………………………………………………………………………………….3 CREDITS Accelerated Social Studies Survey World Civilization or Honors World Civilization (grade 10) U.S. History or AP U.S. History (grade 11)

FOREIGN LANGUAGE……………………………………………………………………………………2 CREDITS Two courses of the same language

KEYBOARDING APPLICATIONS……………………………………………………………………… 1 CREDIT HEALTH …………………………………………………………………………………………………..1/2 CREDIT P.E ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….1/2 CREDIT HISTORY AND APPRECIATION OF THE VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS……………………… 1 CREDIT ELECTIVES…………………………………………………………………………………………………8 CREDITS TOTAL CREDITS……………………………………………………………………………………………..28

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COMMONWEALTH DIPLOMA PROGRAM

The Commonwealth Diploma is Kentucky's most prestigious diploma. It is designed for students who want to take an academically challenging and rewarding program in high school. Earning this special diploma will result in special recognition at graduation. More importantly, students will complete a strong college-preparatory curriculum and, because of the Advanced Placement (AP) classes required for the diploma, students may earn the chance to enter some fields of study in college on an advanced level. Students who receive a qualifying score on the AP tests may earn college credit while in high school. The College Board's Advanced Placement (AP) Program is an opportunity for students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school and to receive advanced placement, credit, or both, in college. By challenging and stimulating students, the AP Program provides access to high quality education, accelerates learning, rewards achievement, and enhances both high school and college programs. In addition to the Comprehensive Program requirements, Commonwealth Diploma candidates must also meet the following requirements: 1. Successful completion of at least twenty-two credits and completion of Kentucky's Pre-College Curriculum 2. Receiving a grade of "C" in at least four AP courses, including one English, one math or science, one foreign language, and one additional AP course 3. Completion of the AP examination in at least three of the four required AP courses Note: The Commonwealth Diploma Program is administered by the Kentucky Department of Education. Students must meet all requirements established by the Kentucky State Board of Education. These requirements are subject to change. Montgomery County High School offers the following Advanced Placement courses. Students should be aware that some of these courses may be offered on a rotating basis and most of them have prerequisites. AP Biology AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Chemistry AP English Literature & Composition AP Environmental Science AP Physics AP Spanish Language AP United States History KVHS AP CLASSES – Additional AP classes are offered through the Kentucky Virtual High School. Scholarships may be available. Interested students should contact the guidance office.

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ADDITIONAL GRADUATION INFORMATION ENGLISH FAILURES Students must pass an English class before they can enroll in the next level of English. Students will only be allowed to double up in English during their senior year. For example, if a student fails English I during the fall semester, he/she may take English I again during the spring semester of that year provided there is room in the class. If the class is full, the student must wait until fall of the next year to repeat English I. Then he/she may take English II in the spring of the sophomore year to stay on track with the rest of the class. A student is not allowed to take English I in the fall of his freshman year and then take English II in the spring of the same year. Students in English I, II, and III have a portfolio requirement to fulfill in order to get credit for that level of English. The student may pass the class but fail to receive credit for the class if the portfolio requirement is not met. The English IV students are required to score at least apprentice on the writing portfolio in order to receive English IV credit. GRADUATION INFORMATION 1. All students must be enrolled in four years of high school and comply by the attendance policy in order to graduate at the end of their senior year. 2. No student is to graduate early. 3. Students must meet total credit requirements and specific course requirements for their class. 4. Students are also required to complete and score at least apprentice on the writing portfolio as a requirement for English IV credit. HONOR GRADUATES Students with a four-year scholastic average of 3.5 or above will be recognized as follows: Honors (Cum Laude: 3.500-3.799) High Honors (Magna Cum Laude: 3.800-3.999) Highest Honors (Summa Cum Laude: 4.000 or above) The valedictorian will be the senior with the highest GPA in the Comprehensive Program or Commonwealth Diploma Program. INDIVIDUAL LEARNING PLAN Each student shall complete a program that emphasizes career plans and the courses a student intends to take. The IlP can be altered by the student and parent. It will incorporate vocational studies and career development, as well as academic progress. COLLEGE INFORMATION It is important for students and parents to plan for future goals beginning with the freshman year of high school. Course selections, grades, and proper planning are necessary for students to excel and meet their goals upon graduation. Students wishing to receive an academic scholarship upon graduation from high school should meet the following criteria: 1. High grade-point average (GPA) from college preparatory classes 2. High composite ACT and SAT scores 3. Involvement in extracurricular activities 4. Teacher and administrator recommendations

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Students are advised to take their first ACT or SAT no later than the junior year. Students scoring less than the national average (20.9) are encouraged to retake the test. Experience has shown that there are advantages in taking the college entrance examinations more than once. Students should check with the counselors on changing admission and scholarship requirements of colleges and universities. THE PRE-COLLEGE CURRICULUM The pre-college curriculum (PCC) required courses are MINIMUM prerequisites for entrance into any of Kentucky's eight public universities if students intend to work toward a four-year degree, and PCC deficiencies must be made up by students enrolled in community colleges. It is important to note, however, that some institutions have entrance requirements that exceed the pre-college curriculum. What are the PCC's required courses ? • English I, II,III, and IV or Advanced Placement (AP) (4 credits) • Algebra I, II, Geometry, and an elective (4 credits/A math course must be taken each year) • Science credits to include Integrated Science, Biology, Chemistry or Physics, and one elective (at least one lab course) (4 credits) • Social Studies credits from U.S. History, Economics, Government, World Geography and World Civilization (3 credits) • Health (1/2 credit) • Physical Education (1/2 credit) • History and Appreciation of Visual, Performing Arts (1 credit) • Foreign Language (2 credits) or demonstrated competency • Electives (5 credits) ** Students who complete the MCHS Comprehensive Program will satisfy all requirements for the pre-college curriculum. Students enrolled in the regular program who plan to attend college should see their guidance counselor to ensure that they are meeting the PCC requirements.

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CAREER CLUSTERS AND MAJORS INTRODUCTION TO STUDENTS Do you know that you're probably going to change careers—not just jobs—five to seven times during your working lifetime? Do you realize that the skills you will transfer from one career to another are more likely to be basic academics, problem-solving, decisionmaking, and interpersonal skills rather than job-specific skills? Learning about yourself, what occupations may be of interest to you, and what occupations you may be suited for is an ongoing lifelong process. With this in mind, it is essential that you—whether you are a middle school student, a high school student, a college student, or an adult— realize that the steps involved in preparing for your multiple careers involve the following: assessing your interests and skills, adding more transferable skills as you move through the educational process, and preparing for a specific occupation. In order to keep up with the changes in the workplace, you will need to go through this time-consuming process several times, but it is well worth the effort. DEFINITIONS Career Cluster - A broad group of related career majors within an occupational interest area. Career Major - A more specific career goal and program of study to prepare for entrylevel employment. It consists of a sequence of integrated academic and career-related courses designed to provide basic transferable competencies and entry-level job skills. PURPOSE While high school students develop academic skills (reading, writing, math, science, communication), problem-solving, decision-making, and interpersonal skills, they can explore related occupations and develop technical skills through both school-based and work-based experiences. At the postsecondary level, students will continue to develop their transferable competencies while refining the specific job-related skills required for entry-level employment in an occupation. CHOOSING A CAREER CLUSTER OR CAREER MAJOR 1. Self-Assessment Tools - Students learn about themselves by finding out about interests (recreation, sports, academic, etc.), aptitudes, learning styles, and work and life values. Personal preferences should play an important part in choosing a career cluster or career major. What you like to do is as important as what you have an aptitude to do. 2. Characteristics of Career Clusters - Students learn about the basic features of career clusters. What does it mean to have a job in this field? Resources may include printed descriptions, videos, software programs, and firsthand experiences (job shadowing, career days/fairs, mentoring). 3. Demographics and Trends in the Workforce - Students become aware of the nature of the economy (e.g., reduction in industries such as mining and agriculture, and increases in service industries) and the changing structures of business and industry (e.g., the shift to part-time workforce, project-oriented groups, just-in-time production) need to be part of the assessment process. Projections of demand for employees in comparison with the number of workers available in occupations should be part of the assessment process. Are you thinking about preparing for a job that may not

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exist in the future or one in which there are many more applicants than there are positions available? 4. Educational Requirements - Students become aware of the specific transferable competencies and job specific skills that are required for particular careers. They learn where they can obtain the educational credentials needed for the occupation beginning with career clusters and career majors on the secondary level. For those career majors requiring education beyond the secondary level, students will discover the postsecondary programs (apprenticeship, college, technical school) that provide the education that matches specific occupational requirements. In some cases, students will need to know which occupations have state or national licensing requirements and which have national skills standards. 5. Select Career Cluster or Career Major - Students make their first choice of a career cluster or career major by assessing the information gathered using steps 1 through 4. Career majors are identified in the Individual Graduation Plan. This process can be repeated and revised as students gain more information, experience, and insight. CAREER MAJOR COMPLETER A student who completes a coherent sequence of academic and technical courses relevant to a career major, a career-related culminating project, and 200 hours of workbased learning related to a career major (50 hours of which shall be paid) is a career major completer. The occupational career cluster, the career major, and the ultimate level of education required for a career determine the course sequence to be completed at the secondary level. The sequence of courses required for a career major completion includes the following: - 4 career-related preparation credits within a career major and - 3 math credits, 2 of which shall be from the pre-college curriculum, incorporating applied learning - 2 science credits, 1 of which shall be from the pre-college curriculum, incorporating applied learning - 4 English credits - 2 social studies credits Note: Students planning to enroll in bachelor's degree programs after high school are required to complete the high school course requirements for the pre-college curriculum. It is recommended that students planning to enroll in associate degree programs or postsecondary technical programs also complete the pre-college curriculum. The courses required for the pre-college curriculum are listed in the Program of Studies for Kentucky Schools: Grades K-12, Futures: Your Guide to Life After High School, and on page 26 in this course guide. CAREER MAJOR CERTIFICATE All students completing the requirements above shall be awarded a Career Major Certificate by the high school. ALIGNING CAREER CLUSTER AND MAJORS TO POSTSECONDARY DEGREES, DIPLOMAS, AND RELATED OCCUPATIONS The following section indicates how career clusters and majors are aligned with degrees and diplomas at postsecondary education institutions. This information should be helpful in providing guidance to students in selecting career clusters and majors that lead to

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postsecondary education outcomes. See guidance counselors for majors/requirements available in a specific area. The list of Career Majors within each cluster should be the basis for developing a focused program of studies that will lead to a postsecondary degree or diploma. CAREER CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS Agriculture Prepare and support individuals for careers, build awareness, and develop leadership for food, fiber, and natural resource systems. Arts & Humanities Prepare individuals for creating, performing, and conducting literary, artistic, entertaining, and sporting activities or to explore man and his culture through the study of philosophy, religion, literature, or language. Business & Marketing Prepare individuals to perform managerial, research and technical support functions of business and prepare individuals to plan and execute the buying, selling, promotion, and distribution of ideas, goods, and services. Communications Prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to effectively communicate ideas and information. Construction Prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in the constructing, inspecting, and maintaining of structures and related properties. Education Prepare individuals for the practice of learning and teaching, related research, and administrative and support services. Health Prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills for maintenance of health, prevention of illness, and care of the ill. Human Services Prepare individuals for employment in occupations that relate to families and human needs. Information Technology Prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in the rapidly growing occupational fields of computer networking, programming, digital media, support services and e-commerce/web design. Manufacturing Prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in the production, maintenance, assembly, or repair of products. Military Opportunities

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Prepare individuals to explore career opportunities in all branches of the military.

Public Service Prepare individuals to analyze, manage, and deliver public service programs including protective services such as police, fire and safety, postal services, and public utilities. Science & Mathematics Prepare individuals to apply scientific principles and mathematical knowledge to research and development. Social Sciences Prepare individuals to study people and the culture in which they live, and to conduct research into human behavior including abnormal behavior, politics, language, lifestyle, and work. Transportation Prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to maintain and repair aircraft, land vehicles, marine vessels, construction equipment and portable power equipment, and to provide other services for transporting people or materials.

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TECH PREP TECH PREP Tech Prep is a dynamic educational reform movement that involves: •

partnership -- schools (secondary and postsecondary) -- employers -- families and community leaders

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a process of teaching and learning -- expects the same levels of high achievement from all students -- recognizes and addresses a variety of learning styles -- integrates practical applications into academics

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a curriculum structure -- is central, but not limited, to grades nine through fourteen -- keeps student choices and career/educational options open -- prepares students for critical thinking and lifelong learning

The purpose of Tech Prep is to prepare students to enter and succeed in a career.

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ANNUAL SENIOR AWARDS American Legion Auxiliary Scholarship Award “Americanism Award”

Colonel George Nicholas Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution " DAR Citizenship Award"

Mt. Sterling Advocate's "James Smith Journalism Award”

Mt. Sterling Kiwanis Club "Outstanding Kentuckian Award"

"J.B.Cunningham Outstanding Athlete Awards”

Kentucky Academic All-State Team sponsored by The Courier Journal and the Kentucky Association for Academic Competition

Mt. Sterling-Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce "Outstanding Newcomer Award"

Mt. Sterling Rotary International Club Awards "Community Service Award" "Foreign Language Awards"

Prudential Spirit of Community Award

The National Association of Secondary School Principals' "Principal's Leadership Award”

The U.S.Army Reserve "National Scholar/Athlete Awards"

The U.S. Marine Corps' Semper Fidelis Award

Toyota Community Scholars Award

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Administration and Faculty of MCHS "International Friendship" "Attendance Awards" "Courage Awards"

MCHS Faculty "Best All Around" "School Spirit" "Citizenship" "Leadership" (girl and boy for each)

MCHS Departmental Awards

Superintendent Summit Award (1)

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SCHOLARSHIPS AND RECOGNITION KENTUCKY EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP Kentucky high school students have an opportunity to make their education pay with the Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship (KEES). KEES is a program administered by the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA). By studying hard and making good grades (C+ and above), students can earn scholarships for college or technical school. The better students do in high school, the more they will earn toward college scholarships. Students who continue to make good grades in college can retain their scholarships. Students who complete their college studies have a better opportunity to achieve their career goals and improve their standard of living. Students must have an annual 2.5 or better GPA for the base amount of the scholarship and a 15 or above ACT score or equivalent SAT score for the bonus award. Listed below are the base amounts for each GPA. For instance, a high school freshman who earns a 3.5 GPA would have a $375 scholarship for each year of postsecondary study. Amounts are subject to future adjustment based on availability of funds. GPA

Amount

2.50 2.60 2.70 2.75 2.80 2.90 3.00 3.10 3.20 3.25 3.30 3.40 3.50 3.60 3.70 3.75 3.80 3.90 4.00

$125 $150 $175 $187 $200 $225 $250 $275 $300 $312 $325 $350 $375 $400 $425 $437 $450 $475 $500

Listed below are the amounts for each ACT score. ACT Score 15 16 17 18 19 20 21

Bonus $36 $71 $107 $143 $179 $214 $250

ACT Score 22 23 24 25 26 27 28+

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Bonus $286 $321 $357 $383 $428 $464 $500

COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIPS Name

Amount

Application Deadline

American Legion Auxiliary Vo-Tech Scholarship

Up to $600 per semester

April 1

Anna Myers Scholarship

$200 minimum

April 15

Balfour Scholarship

$500 (2)

April 15

Barbara Bedford Brand-Louise Bedford Scholarship

$500

April 1

Beta Club Scholarship

Varies

May 1

Bobby Joe Whitaker Academic/ Athletic Scholarship

$500

May 1

Cecil B. Clark Scholarship

$1000 (renewable)

April 15

Clark Energy Scholar Citizen Scholarship

$1000

March 25

Commonwealth Bank's Community Reinvestment Scholarship Program

$500

April 1

Community Trust Bank Scholarship Essay Contest

$500

April 15

Conservation of Natural Resources Scholarship

$1000

March 15

Dr. John Elswick Scholarship

$1000

April 1

Dr. Richard Henry DMS Scholarship

$250 (2)

April 15

Faulkner, King, Romanesko, and Wenz PSC Scholarship

$1000

April 1

George Crafton Memorial Scholarship

$1000

March 15

Howard Memorial Scholarship(2)

Varies

March 15

Jack B. Carrington, Sr. Scholarship

$500

April 1

Jocelyn McDavid Memorial Scholarship

$500

April 1

John T. Ricketts Scholarship

$300

April 1

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Larry and Chad Ratliff Education & Arts Scholarship (2)

$250

April 15

Lexington Herald-Leader Scholarship

$2000 (renewable)

See application

Lexmark Scholarship

$2000 (renewable)

See application

Mark Smith State Farm Scholarship

$500

April 1

Martha Roberts Mitchell Math Scholarship

$500 minimum

April 1

Montgomery County Conservation District Scholarship

$500

March 30

Montgomery County Council for the Arts Scholarship

$500

April 1

Montgomery County Education Association Scholarship

$500

April 15

Montgomery County Farm Bureau Scholarship

$1000 Renewable for one year

March 30

Montgomery County Homemaker Scholarship

$300

April 15

Montgomery County Key Club Award and Scholarship

Varies

April 15

Montgomery County Ministerial Association's Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship

Up to $300 per semester

April 15

Mt. Sterling Kiwanis Scholarship (3)

$1000

April 15

Mt. Sterling Rotary Club Scholarship

$500

April 1

Mt. Sterling Rotary Club Technical College Scholarship

$500

April 1

Montgomery County SERVE Award and Scholarship

$100 minimum

April 1

National Wild Turkey Federation’s Academic Scholarship

$500 minimum

See application

Rodney Prater Memorial Scholarship

Varies

April 15

Rosa E. Haynes Scholarship Starla Medina Tonning Art

$100 minimum $1000

April 1 April 15

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Scholarship Steve Craft Memorial Scholarship

Usually $500

April 15

Tammy Lynn Watkins Scholarship

$100

April 1

Virginia Duff Calk Memorial Scholarship

$1500

April 15

Wal-Mart Foundation Scholarship

$1000

See application

W.E.B. Dubois Scholarship

$1000

See application

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COLLEGE PREPARATION STEPS JUNIOR YEAR SEPTEMBER Meet with your high school counselor to ensure that your course work is in line with the pre-college curriculum. Plan to attend a College Fair or similar program in your area this fall. Begin gathering and reading information about colleges, available through your guidance office or by writing to specific colleges. You should be enrolled to take the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. OCTOBER Prepare for the PSAT. Practice tests are included in the registration packets. Keep in touch with your counselor and continue to seek information about colleges. Be aware of ACT and SAT test dates and deadlines. Some colleges recommend taking the SAT Subject Tests. NOVEMBER-DECEMBER Final exams are approaching; continue to improve your grades. SPRING SEMESTER Students need to take the ACT or SAT I at least once prior to the senior year. JANUARY Prepare for the pre-college tests. Practice tests are in your registration packets. FEBRUARY-MARCH Continue to seek information about colleges. Research scholarship and financial aid possibilities; your guidance counselor’s office is a good place to start. APRIL Visit some campuses during spring break. MAY Concentrate on final exams and decide whether to retake the SAT or ACT in the fall. Plan accordingly. JUNE-JULY-AUGUST Take time to read information from colleges and continue to gather additional catalogues and brochures. Visit campuses and ask questions. Check on deadlines for housing applications if you plan to live on campus and make admissions and housing deposits if required.

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SENIOR YEAR FALL SEMESTER Students need to take the ACT or SAT I and SAT II for a final time. SEPTEMBER Keep up your grades; senior grades are important for college preparation. Ensure that your course work is in line with the pre-college curriculum. Begin to narrow your college choices. Obtain, complete, and mail applications. OCTOBER Continue campus visits if necessary. Prepare for any additional tests you may need to take; be aware of deadlines. NOVEMBER-DECEMBER Research financial aid programs and gather needed documentation for the upcoming Free Application for Federal Student Aid form. Attend a financial aid seminar at Montgomery County High School in January. Applications should be returned to the colleges in which you are interested. JANUARY Deadlines usually fall in January. Make sure that you meet those deadlines. File the FAFSA form, if applicable, as soon as your parents’ income tax report for the preceding year is complete. (The FAFSA is based on the preceding year’s tax records). FEBRUARY- MARCH Continue to keep up your grades in your course work. APRIL Decision letters from colleges should arrive by the end of April. Follow up on financial aid. MAY Your decision should be made. Inform all schools where you were accepted of your decision.

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TWO-YEAR COLLEGE INSTITUTIONS Ashland Community & Technical College 1400 College Drive Ashland, KY 41101-3683 (606) 329-2114

Maysville Community & Technical College 1755 U.S. 68 Maysville, KY 41056 (606) 759-5818

www.ashland.kctcs.edu

www.maycc.kctcs.edu

Bluegrass Community & Technical College/LCC Oswald Building Cooper Drive Lexington, KY 40506-0235 (859) 246-6200

National College of Business & Technology 628 East Main Street Lexington, KY 40508 (859) 253-0621 www.ncbt.edu

www.uky.edu/LCC

Bowling Green Technical College 1845 Loop Drive Bowling Green, KY 42101 (270) 901-1007 www.bowlinggreen.kctcs.edu

Owensboro Community & Technical College 4800 New Hartford Road Owensboro, KY 42303-1899 (270) 686-4530

Hazard Community & Technical College One Community College Drive Hazard, KY 41701 (606) 436-5721 (800) 246-7521

Paducah Technical College 509 South 30th Street P. O. Box 8252 Paducah, KY 42001 (270) 444-9676

www.hazard.kctcs.edu

www.paducahtech.edu

ITT Technical Institute 10509 Timberwood Circle, Suite 100 Louisville, KY 40223-5392 (502) 327-7424

R.E.T.S. Electronic Institute 300 High Rise Drive Louisville, KY 40213-3206 (502) 968-7191

www.itt-tech.edu

www.retsaec.com

Jefferson Community & Technical College 109 East Broadway Louisville, KY 40202 (502) 213-7208

Southwest Kentucky Community & Technical College Cumberland, KY 40823 (606) 589-2145

www.jcc.kctcs.edu

www.secc.kctcs.edu

Louisville Technical Institute 3901 Atkinson Square Drive Louisville, KY 40218 (502) 456-6509 (800) 844-6528

Southwestern College 8095 Connector Drive Florence, KY 41042 (859) 282-9999

www.octc.kctcs.edu

www.swcollege.net

www.louisvilletech.com

Spencerian College 4627 Dixie Highway Louisville, KY 40216-2605 (502) 447-1000 (800) 264-1799

West Kentucky Community & Technical College 4810 Alben Barkley Drive P. O. box 7380 Paducah, KY 42002-7380 (270) 534-3266

www.spencerian.edu/louisville/

www.westkentucky.kctcs.edu

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FOUR-YEAR COLLEGE INSTITUTIONS Centre College 600 West Walnut Danville, KY 40422 (859) 238-5350 (800) 423-6236

Alice Lloyd College Pippa Passes, KY 41844 (606) 368-6134 (888) 280-4ALC [email protected] www.alc.edu

[email protected] www.centre.edu

Asbury College Wilmore, KY 40390 (859) 858-3511 (800) 888-1818

University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg, KY 40769 (800) 343-1609 [email protected] www.cumberlandcollege.edu

[email protected] www.asbury.edu

Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, KY 40475 (859) 622-2106

Bellarmine College 2001 Newburg Road Louisville, KY 40205-0671 (502) 452-8131 (800) 274-4723

www.eku.edu

www.bellarmine.edu

Berea College Berea, KY 40404 (859) 985-3500 (800) 326-5948

Georgetown College 400 East College Street Georgetown, KY 40324-1696 (502) 863-8009 (800) 788-9985

[email protected] www.berea.edu

[email protected] www.georgetowncollege.edu

Brescia University 717 Frederica Street Owensboro, KY 42301-3023 (270) 686-4241 (877) BRESCIA

Kentucky Christian University 100 Academic Parkway Grayson, KY 41143-2205 (800) KCC-3181 www.kcc.edu

[email protected] www.brescia.edu

Campbellsville University 1 University Drive Campbellsville, KY 42718-2799 (270) 789-5220 (800) 264-6014

Kentucky State University East Main Street Frankfort, KY 40601 (502) 597-6349

[email protected] www.campbellsville.edu

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Kentucky Wesleyan College 3000 Frederica Street, P. O. Box 1039 Owensboro, KY 42302-1039 (270) 852-3120 (800) 999-0592

Northern Kentucky University Nunn Drive Highland Heights, KY 41099-7010 (859) 572-5220 (800) 637-9948

[email protected] www.kwc.edu

[email protected] www.nku.edu

www.kysu.edu

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Pikeville College 147 Sycamore Street Pikeville, KY 41501-1194 (606) 218-5251

Lindsey Wilson College 210 Lindsey Wilson Street Columbia, KY 42728 (270) 384-8100 (800) 264-0138

www.pc.edu

[email protected] www.lindsey.edu

McKendree College Louisville Campus 11850 Commonwealth Drive Louisville, KY 40299 (502) 266-6696

Saint Catharine College 2735 Bardstown Road Saint Catharine, KY 40061 (859) 336-5082 (800) 599-2000

www.ky.mckendree.edu

www.sccky.edu

Mid-Continent University 99 Powell Road East Mayfield, KY 42066

Spalding University 851 South Fourth Street Louisville, KY 40203-2188 (502) 585-7111

www.midcontinent.edu

[email protected] www.spalding.edu

Sullivan University 3101 Bardstown Road Louisville, KY 40205 (800) 844-1354

Midway College 512 East Stephens Street Midway, KY 40347-1120 (859) 846-5822 (800) 755-0031 www.midway.edu

[email protected] www.sullivan.edu

Morehead State University 100 University Boulevard Morehead, KY 40351 (606) 783-2000 (800) 585-6781

Thomas More College 333 Thomas More Parkway Crestview Hills, KY 41017-3428 (859) 344-3332 (800) 825-4557

[email protected] www.morehead-st.edu

[email protected] www.thomasmore.edu

Murray State University Murray, KY 42071 (800) 272-4678

Transylvania University 300 North Broadway Lexington, KY 40508 (859) 233-8242 (800) 872-6798

[email protected] www.murraystate.edu

[email protected] www.transy.edu

Union College 310 College Street Barbourville, KY 40906

University of Louisville Belknap Campus 2301 South Third Street Louisville, KY 40292 (502) 852-6531

[email protected] www.unionky.edu

[email protected] www.louisville.edu

University of Kentucky Lexington, KY 40506-0054 (859) 257-2744

Western Kentucky University 1 Big Red Way Bowling Green, KY 42101 (270) 745-2551

[email protected] www.uky.edu

[email protected] www.wku.edu

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