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LEBANON HIGH SCHOOL
2020 - 2021
COURSE SELECTION GUIDE
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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents 2
High School Administration and School Counselors 3
Course Selection Introduction and Overview 4
Principal’s Welcome 5
Keystone Exams Performance Levels and Pennsylvania Academic Standards 6
Graduation Requirements 6
Grading Scale and GPA Calculation 7
Career Portfolio 8
NCAA Eligibility Center 11
Specialized Programs 16
Career and Technology Program (LHS/CTC) 17
Curriculum Schedule by Grade Level 23
Electives by Grade Level 24
Course Descriptions:
English 29
Humanities 37
Social Studies 39
Science 44
Mathematics 50
Computer Science 54
Business, Computer, and Information Technology 55
World Language 56
Physical Education 58
Health 59
Art 60
Music 62
Family and Consumer Science 65
Technical Education and Communication 66
English Language Development Program 68
Special Education Program 69
Weighted Courses 70
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Lebanon High School Administration
William A. Giovino
Principal
David M. Bentz
Assistant Principal
School Management & Safety
Robert A. Nordall, Jr.
Assistant Principal
Assessment Coordinator
Samuel S. Elias
Athletic Director
Lebanon High School Counselors
Karl D. Liedtka
K-12 Coordinator of Counseling Programs
Career Development & Scholarship Coordinator
student last names A-C
Kathryn Kline Grove
Career & Technology Center & ASVAB/Military Liaison
student Last names D-L
Naomi Hernandez-Fields
Advanced Placement Coordinator
student Last Names M-Ri
Stephanie T. Hock
Dual Enrollment Coordinator
student last names Ro-Z
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C ourse Selection Introduction & Overview
Trimester System Introduction
Lebanon High School is on a trimester system of scheduling. Each trimester is composed of 60 academic days (12 academic
weeks) and concludes with final exam testing for each course. Under the trimester plan, students will schedule five courses lasting
62 minutes, for each of the three trimesters. During the course of the year, a student can earn 7.5 credits toward graduation. Most
classes are one or two trimesters in length, although 9th Grade English and Algebra 1 courses meet for all three trimesters and have
a credit value of 1.5 credits.
Period 3 is an extended block of time that includes lunch periods and academic courses. For classes during this period, students will
have a 64-minute class, 35-minute lunch, and a 40-minute seminar period. Some exceptions are:
(1) Music performance courses (Band, Concert Choir, Orchestra, and associated advanced levels) meet for the entire year and
are offered over Period 3. The various scheduling options for music courses over Period 3 are:
• One music course only – Students who enroll in one music course will earn 0.5 credit per course each trimester (1.5
total credits for the year).
• Two music courses – Students who enroll in two music classes will earn 0.75 credit per course (1.5 total credits for the
year).
• Three music courses – Students who enroll in three music classes will earn 1.5 total credits for the year resulting from
the combination of the three courses.
(2) Journalism,Yearbook, Wildlife & Fisheries, and Manufacturing Production are courses offered during Seminar (with teacher
and counselor approval) for the entire year.
(3) Students enrolled in half-day CTC programs will enroll in three LHS courses per trimester and the remainder of the day will
be their CTC course work. Half-day CTC programs have a credit value of 4.0 for the year resulting in students earning 8.5
total credits for the academic year.
Course Selection Overview
Selecting courses for next year is very important. Selecting proper courses provides an opportunity for students to enroll in courses
that prepare them for future goals, whether they include post-secondary education, military service, or immediate entry into the
workforce. Planning should be a cooperative effort and students are encouraged to discuss options with counselors, teachers, and
their parents before making final selections. Lebanon High School offers the following course levels with the associated
requirements for enrollment:
• CIHS/Dual Enrollment/Advanced Placement – Students enrolling in these courses should have a minimum of a “B” average
in the prior core area in the Honors level course or an “A” average in an Academic level core course plus meet all
prerequisites. These courses have weighted GPA value and are of the most demanding rigor to prepare students for
intense college level academic work.
• Honor – Students enrolling in these courses should have a minimum of a “A” average in the prior core area in the Academic
level course plus meet all prerequisites. These courses have weighted GPA value and include very demanding rigor to
prepare students for college level academic work.
• Academic – Students enrolling in Academic level courses should have a minimum of a “B” average in the prior core area
Academic level course or “B” average in a general level core course plus meet all prerequisites. These courses are of
strong rigor intended to prepare students for college level academic work.
• Courses without Honors, Advanced Placement, or Academic labels are available to all students. These courses focus on
Common Core Standards and preparation for success on the Keystone Exams, where applicable.
Students will complete a course selection worksheet that identifies the 7.5 credits of coursework desired for the next school year (or more credits if
enrolling in a unique Period 3 course). Students must also list 4 alternative courses in the event one of the primary selections does not fit into their
schedule. The course selection worksheets must be completed and returned to the LHS Counseling Department by the due date. Failure to
complete the course selection process will result in the student’s counselor selecting courses with no option of changing the schedule.
Please take the course selection process seriously. After students select their courses and total number of students selecting each course calculated,
decisions are made about which courses are offered and the number of sections in the master schedule. For this reason, courses with too few
students selecting them (a minimum of 10 students is the standard to offer a course) may not be offered. In addition, the number of sections of each
course is based upon the number of students selecting each course. Therefore, counselors will not change schedules after next school year begins.
Select what you really would like to take!
Finally, success on the Keystone Exams is a focus of LHS academics. Students who do not earn Proficient or Advanced scores on Keystone Exams
will be required to enroll in specific courses to prepare for future success with retaking Keystone Exams. These courses will take priority over any
selections made by students on their course selection worksheet. Please discuss your course options with parents, counselors, and teachers. This is
your chance to have a say in your education and your future!
4Principal’s Welcome to the 2020-2021 School Year
Dear Parents & Students:
As Principal of Lebanon High School, I want to welcome you to the course selection process. This is a very important time in your
child’s life and course selection can help your child plan for the future. The staff at Lebanon High has planned a comprehensive
process to enable the family to connect the student’s career aspirations with his/her academic courses. Accurate course selection is
imperative to ensure the student with every advantage for a successful career. School counselors, teachers, and administrators will
provide assistance in the course selection process. As required by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, our courses meet academic
standards as defined by the state and assessed by the Pennsylvania Keystone Exams.
Please take note of important information listed below:
• Students who have not demonstrated proficiency on Keystone Exams in Algebra 1, Literature, or Biology may be
required to take additional classes in these areas until proficiency is met.
• Counselors, teachers and administrators will assist students and parents through the process.
The Process…
• Counselors will provide materials and information with regard to course selection.
• English, Social Studies, Mathematics and Science teachers will provide direction and recommendations to every student of
the next course to take.
• The counselor will work with the student to narrow and choose career goal oriented courses.
• Students may request a schedule change prior to the first day of school and for a career adjustment change only.
Before you choose a course…
• A PREREQUISITE is either a class that must be passed prior to scheduling a class or some other requirement that must be
met in order to qualify to take a course.
• Students may take more than one course in a specific discipline.
• Students may retake a class for grade improvement only. A duplicate credit will not be given and the higher grade will be
recorded on an official transcript.
• Students who are college bound are advised to select subjects that will furnish the necessary languages, social studies,
sciences, and mathematics to enable them to meet the requirements of the college of their admittance. Since entrance
requirements vary among higher learning institutions, students are urged to go beyond the minimum graduation
requirements, especially with their elective selections.
• College in the High School (CIHS), Dual Enrollment, Advanced Placement (A.P.), Honors and Academic courses are highly
recommended for those planning to pursue post-secondary education.
• Counselors are available throughout the summer. Please call the counseling office to schedule an appointment.
The most important skill that your child can leave LHS with is a goal for the future and a plan to achieve that goal. Like you, we want
our students to have a successful and productive life. Earning a diploma from Lebanon High School is the first step in achieving any
goals.
We look forward to hearing from you during the course selection process.
Sincerely,
William A. Giovino
Principal
Lebanon High School
5Keystone exams performance levels & Pennsylvania academic standards
In order to graduate from a public high school in Pennsylvania, a student must meet specific requirements established by the Local
Education Agency (Lebanon School District and LCCTC) in which she/he is enrolled. These local requirements include graduation
requirements mandated by the Commonwealth to guarantee that a Pennsylvania diploma reflects the knowledge and skills that our
graduating students need to be successful in college and the workplace in an increasingly complex and challenging economy. In
addition to the Lebanon School District requirements, all students will be required to demonstrate proficiency on the Keystone Exams in
Algebra 1, Literature, and Biology (or an Advanced Placement Exam in the related content area.) Out-of-state transfer students who
have passed other states’ assessments may be deemed proficient provided they meet Pennsylvania Commonwealth Guidelines.
Proficiency on additional Keystone Exams in English Composition and Civics & Government may also be required as early as 2019.
Based on students' middle school PSSA results, Keystone Exam proficiency levels, and/or local Assessment scores, students in grades
9, 10 & 11 not achieving a level of Proficient (satisfactory) or Advanced (superior) may be required to take additional subject-specific
courses until they demonstrate proficiency.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate from Lebanon High School a student must satisfy the following requirements:
1. Each student will select a minimum of 7.5 credits each school year.
2. Each student will be enrolled for a minimum of four years. Refer to policy #217 regarding early graduation. The formal graduation
ceremony and recognition will take place at the end of the academic year.
3. Each student will earn at least 26.0 credits during his/her years of attendance at LHS.
4. All students must pass the following to meet the minimum graduation requirement:
English 4.0 Credits
Social Studies 3.0 Credits
Mathematics 3.0 Credits
Science 3.0 Credits
Physical Education 2.0 Credits
Health 1.0 Credit
*Humanities 2.0 Credits
^Pathways to Success 0.5 Credit
Electives (Credits of choice) 7.5 Credits
TOTAL CREDITS 26.0 Credits (minimum)
^ This requirement can be met by passing one of the following courses:
Computer Technology, Computer Applications, Academic Computer Programming, Pathways to Success
5. * “The Humanities course as a graduation requirement may be waived, but under the certain conditions listed below.
One reason for this change will be to allow students to take advantage of more honors and advanced placement courses. The
second reason for this change occurs when a student wishes to take an honors/advanced placement course in another discipline
and may not be able to take the Humanities course due to a scheduling conflict, the Humanities requirement may be waived at
the discretion of the principal or his/her designee.” (District Policy #217)
Courses that would count in lieu of the humanities course are:
★ Advanced levels of World Language
★ Advanced levels of Art: Art 3, Advanced Placement Art Studio
★ Advanced Graphic/Visual Communications
★ Advanced Placement courses
★ Any CIHS, Honors, Advanced Placement, or Dual Enrollment course approved by the administration
★ Reading, Writing & Rock ‘N’ Roll, Film as Art, or an advanced level music course
★ Career Technology Center Courses or Community Based Education experiences
**** Students who are substituting the Humanities course must be enrolling in an Honors,
Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment course or approved substitute listed above. ****
6Grading System
Non-weighted GPA
Many post-secondary schools will request a grade point average (GPA) based on a 4.0 scale. They do this because
schools weight courses differently, and some scales exceed 4.0. Trimester courses yield 45% per marking period and
10% for the final. If a college requests that the GPA be based on the 4.0 scale, the computation is made using final
grades from all coursework and implementing the following scales:
Achievement Level Letter Grade Numerical Average Grade Point Equivalent
A+ 97 - 100 4.3
Excellent A 93 – 96 4.0
A- 90 – 92 3.7
B+ 87 – 89 3.3
Good B 83 – 86 3.0
B- 80 – 82 2.7
C+ 77 – 79 2.3
Average C 73 – 76 2.0
C- 70 – 72 1.7
D+ 67 – 69 1.3
Poor D 63 – 66 1.0
D- 60 – 62 0.7
Failure F ≤ 59 0.00
Weighted QPA / Class Rank
Weighted quality point average (QPA) is based on a point scale that exceeds 4.0. Core (English, Math, Science,
and Social Studies) and world language courses in grades 9-12 are "weighted" and receive quality points based on
course difficulty. Course weightings will be maintained on a four-level system (1.0, 1.1, 1.2, and 1.4). College
courses and AP courses will be weighted at 1.4, Honors courses will be weighted at 1.2 and Academic courses will
be weighted at 1.1. Once QPA is determined, this information is used to rank students. Beginning in grade nine, the
student receives a QPA and class rank at the completion of each year.
Course Levels Weighted Value
General 1.0
Academic / Advanced Performing Art 1.1
Honors 1.2
Advanced Placement (AP) 1.4
Dual Enrollment / College in the HS 1.4
76. All students must successfully complete a Career Development Portfolio as a requirement for graduation. The
Portfolio is the culmination of career development activities completed over the four years of high school
concluding in a written Career Plan. Students identify their future career pathway in response to research and
activities as defined by the Lebanon High School administration.
“In addition to the required coursework and successful completion of the Keystone Exams, or any approved
alternative, students in the Class of 2018 and beyond will develop a school-to-career transition plan and
CAREER PORTFOLIO REQUIREMENTS
GRADE 9 Written Career Plan — FINAL ASSESSMENT
One of the following must be identified by the student as the final career
Learning Styles Inventory pathway after graduation:
Career Clusters Four-year college (bachelor degree)
College Exploration - Level 1 School _____________________________________
Finding-A-Job (Career Acquisition) Major _____________________________________
Academic & Employment Resume - Level 1 Two-year college/technical school/community college (associate degree or
Annual Reflection & Survey transfer)
School _____________________________________
GRADE 10 Major _____________________________________
Apprenticeship program
Career Interest Profiler (Holland)
Program ____________________________________
College Exploration - Level 2
Certificate/diploma program or Job Corps
Academic & Employment Resume - Level 2
School/location ______________________________
Interview Lesson - Level 1
Program ___________________________________
Annual Reflection & Survey
Military
Branch ____________________________________
GRADE 11 Report Date ________________________________
Workforce entry
Academic & Employment Resume - Level 3
Employer __________________________________
College Exploration - Level 3
Start Date _________________________________
Interview Lesson - Level 2
Career Development Experience
Financial Aid - Level 1
One or more of the following must be completed:
Do What You Are (MBTI)
Career & Technology Center (CTC) program
Standardized Aptitude Assessment
Career Shadow Experience/Interview
(one or more required grade 10 or 11)
Internship/Community Based Education/WorkExperience
ASVAB, PSAT, SAT, ACT, Career Scope (CTC)
Community Service/Volunteerism
Annual Reflection & Survey
LHS Peer Tutoring Program
Journal reaction to experience (in Naviance portfolio) and packet
GRADE 12 associated with experience must be completed
College Exploration - Level 4 Career/College Enrichment Experience
Strengths Explorer Assessment One of the following (or approved alternative) must be completed:
Academic & Employment Resume - Level 4 College tour
Interview Lesson & Mock Interviews - Level 3 College fair
Financial Aid Seminar - Level 2 Summer enrichment camp (e.g. Rotary Camp, Camp Cadet, PFEW)
Written Career Plan Meeting with a military recruiter
In order to graduate from high school on time and take advantage of
opportunities offered through the Lebanon County Career & Technology Center
and Community Based Experiences, students must earn a minimum of 6.5
credits each year.
8The Career Exploration Process
Career Exploration is a continual process that requires gathering information about yourself and
information about careers. Whether you are just beginning to think about a career, or have a
good idea of where you are heading, make sure you engage in self-assessment, career
research, and experiences that enhance your skills and build upon your strengths.
Think of career planning in three steps. These steps include:
Step One: Understanding Yourself and Self-Assessment. Knowing about yourself is the
basis of career decision-making. What are your interests, skills, your values? What is
important to you about your work? What are your personal traits and characteristics?
Step Two: Gathering Information about Careers. Learning about the careers, types of
jobs, educational requirements, and job functions are important in understanding the careers
that fit your interests and goals.
Step Three: Integration. This step requires you to take what you know about yourself
and piece it together with the reality of the work world. You begin to evaluate career
options that are practical for you.
Career/Life
Career decisions will include more than considering which job to take after graduation. Your
career is the value of all the work and experiences you develop over time. In making career
decisions, the work you choose to pursue will have a direct impact on the way you live your life.
Your values, interests, past experiences, and lifestyle choices are all part of career development.
Developing an Action Plan
Planning is an essential component of the process that requires setting goals about work and
lifestyle and developing specific objectives that will help you meet them. Regardless of where
you are in the planning process---from completely unsure to having somewhat of an idea---you
will need to set goals and set strategies to move forward in the process. Gathering information
will help you establish clear goals and objectives. Many sources of career information and
support are available to help you along.
Making Career Decisions
Your career plan will not be the result of one decision, but rather a series of decisions throughout
your lifetime. You will go through the steps in career planning several times because as you
continue to grow and develop as a person, your interests, skills, and values will change. The Job
market will also continually change. so, “process” implies a dynamic aspect of reflation and
knowledge to develop satisfying and successful career and life plans. Don’t be alarmed if you
feel uncertain about career plans – now is the time to explore, question, and wonder.
Reprinted from Cornell University’s office of Career Development. Career
Exploration Guide: Understanding the world and your place in it.
9Career Exploration Quiz
Read each item and decide whether it is true of false
1.____Career testing will tell me what career is right for me.
2.____There is perfect career for me.
3.____I’ll pursue whatever career is in demand.
4.____If I make the wrong decision, I’ll be stuck forever.
5.____I know everything I need to know about the career of my choice.
6.____I don’t need to be concerned about making career choices until my Junior year.
Generally, all of the above items are false, and can be seen as career myths. Before you
consider exploring careers, it is important to identify these myths that could block informer
decision-making.
MYTH: Career testing with tell me what career is right for me.
FACT: No test will tell you which career is right for you of what career you should follow. Career
assessment results can be useful in gathering information about you and relating it to career
types. Test results often help you to put information in order so you can verify of challenge your
ideas. These assessments are tools; the decision is yours.
MYTH: There is a perfect career for me.
FACT: No single career is the perfect one for you. There are many careers that have the
potential to meet your career goals, and several ways to find a meaningful career path. Career
choice often requires the willingness to balance disadvantages with advantages and to make
choices between several alternatives.
MYTH: I’ll pursue whatever career is in demand.
FACT: Knowing what is hot in the job market is important information, but not the only
information you need to make a decision. Without knowing about your own interests and skills,
you may choose a career that is available, but may learn that it isn’t the right fit for you.
MYTH: If I make the wrong decision, I’ll be stuck forever.
FACT: Fear of making a wrong decision can prevent you from making any decision. Career
choices are never permanent. Few people head into one career and stay there for their whole
working lives. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that the average age worker will
change careers five times during a work like.
MYTH: I know everything I need to know about the career of my choice.
FACT: Your knowledge may be incomplete. Understanding careers requires exploration,
experience, and knowledge. The world of work is continually changing, and acquiring a variety of
skills and apply to a variety of settings, will prepare you for a dynamic job market.
Reprinted from Cornell University’s Office of Career Development. Career Exploration Guide:
Understanding the world and your place in it.
10NCAA Eligibility Center
Overview
Students with the athletic potential and desire to compete at the Division I or Division II collegiate level must qualify via the NCAA
Eligibility Center. As a general rule of thumb, students must take Academic or Honors level courses in all core areas in order for
grades to count toward minimum qualifying standards. Only core courses (plus World Language and Humanities) count in GPA
calculation to qualify. In addition, minimum SAT or ACT scores must be achieved based on the intended divisional level of
collegiate competition.
Resources & Code Information
✴ www.ncaaeligibilitycenter.org = official site for the NCAA Eligibility Center (formerly referred to as the NCAA
Clearinghouse) – you must register at this website to qualify for Division I or Division II college athletics (can begin this
process in 11th grade) – can also download a list of approved NCAA courses for LHS at this site
✴ 9999 = NCAA Eligibility Center code for submitting your SAT score (must be sent directly via the College Board)
✴ 392195 = CEEB code for Lebanon High School (will permit you to view LHS approved courses with the NCAA Clearinghouse
& for SAT/ACT registration)
NCAA Eligibility – Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NCAA Eligibility Center?
The NCAA Eligibility Center is division of the NCAA that performs academic record evaluations to determine if a prospective
student-athlete is eligible to participate at an NCAA Division I or II college as a freshman student-athlete.
Who needs to be certified by the NCAA Eligibility Center?
All freshman and two-year college transfers who do not have an associate degree and would like to participate in any sport at an
NCAA member institution (Division I or II) must register for the academic portion of the Eligibility Center.
If I have never registered and/or never been certified by the NCAA Eligibility Center, what is my NCAA qualification
status?
If you have never registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center or were never certified by the NCAA Eligibility Center, you are
considered to be a non-qualifier and must meet non-qualifier transfer requirements should you decide to attend a junior college.
How do I register with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
The registration process is completed online by visiting www.ncaaeligibilitycenter.org. After your junior year, visit the above
website and complete the Student Release Form (SRF) online and pay the registration fee ($70 for domestic and $120 for
international students). Fees may be paid online by providing a credit or debit card number or by sending a check or money order
to the Eligibility Center. Please visit the Eligibility Center website for detailed payment instructions. To complete the registration
process, print a copy of your completed registration form and both Copy 1 and Copy 2 of the transcript release form. Sign the
transcript release forms and give both to you high school counselor. You can obtain a copy of the "NCAA Guide for the College
Bound Student-Athlete" at the Eligibility Center website that contains more detailed instructions of the Eligibility Center registration
process.
How can I find out if I am enrolled in approved core courses that will meet NCAA eligibility requirements?
You may view your high school's list of NCAA-approved core courses by visiting www.ncaaeligibilitycenter.org and selecting “List
of Approved Core Courses” on the “General Information page” or by referring to the LHS course selection guide. Complete
details on NCAA, NJCAA, and NAIA eligibility and processes can be found in the LHS Guide to Advising the College Bound
Athlete.
How can I arrange for my test scores to be sent directly from the SAT or ACT testing agency to the NCAA Eligibility
Center?
When you register to take the ACT or SAT, mark code 9999 so that the testing agency will send your scores to the Eligibility
Center. Test scores MUST be reported to the Eligibility Center directly from SAT or ACT. The Eligibility Center will not accept test
scores reported on high school transcripts.
Once certified by the NCAA Eligibility Center, what is the difference between a qualifier and a non-qualifier?
Qualifier = Eligible for athletically related financial aid, practice and competition during your first year of enrollment at a NCAA
member institution. You have 5 years to play 4 seasons in your sport if you maintain your eligibility from year to year.
Non-qualifier = Ineligible for athletically-related financial aid, practice and competition during your first year at a NCAA member
institution. You have 4 years to play 3 seasons in your sport if you maintain your eligibility from year to year (note that Non-
qualifiers have the ability to gain back a year of eligibility if you complete at least 80 percent of your degree prior to the beginning
of the fifth year of college).
11NCAA Eligibility DIVISION I Quick Reference Guide
NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
NCAA Division I Initial-Eligibility Requirements
Core Courses: (16)
Initial full-time collegiate enrollment before August 1, 2016:
o Sixteen (16) core courses are required (see chart below for subject-area requirements).
Initial full-time collegiate enrollment on or after August 1, 2016:
o Sixteen (16) core courses are required (see chart below for subject-area requirements).
Ten (10) core courses completed before the seventh semester; seven (7) of the 10 must be in English,
math or natural/physical science.
These courses/grades are "locked in" at start of the seventh semester (cannot be repeated for
grade-point average [GPA] improvement to meet initial-eligibility requirements for competition).
o Students who do not meet core-course progression requirements may still be eligible to receive athletics
aid and practice in the initial year of enrollment by meeting academic redshirt requirements (see below).
Test Scores: (ACT/SAT)
Students must present a corresponding test score and core-course GPA on the sliding scale (see Page No. 2).
o SAT: critical reading and math sections.
Best subscore from each section is used to determine the SAT combined score for initial eligibility.
o ACT: English, math, reading and science sections.
Best subscore from each section is used to determine the ACT sum score for initial eligibility.
All ACT and SAT attempts before initial full-time collegiate enrollment may be used for initial eligibility.
Enter 9999 during ACT or SAT registration to ensure the testing agency reports your score
directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center. Test scores on transcripts will not be used.
Core Grade-Point Average:
Only core courses that appear on the high school's List of NCAA Courses on the NCAA Eligibility Center's
website (www.eligibilitycenter.org) will be used to calculate your core-course GPA. Use this list as a guide.
Initial full-time collegiate enrollment before August 1, 2016:
o Students must present a corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course
GPA (minimum 2.000) on Sliding Scale A (see Page No. 2).
o Core-course GPA is calculated using the best 16 core courses that meet subject-area requirements.
Initial full-time collegiate enrollment on or after August 1, 2016:
o Students must present a corresponding test score (ACT sum score or SAT combined score) and core-course
GPA (minimum 2.300) on Sliding Scale B (see Page No. 2).
o Core-course GPA is calculated using the best 16 core courses that meet both progression (10 before
seventh semester; seven in English, math or science; "locked in") and subject-area requirements.
DIVISION I DIVISION I – 2016 DIVISION I – 2016
Core-Course Requirement (16) Qualifier Requirements Academic Redshirt Requirements
4 years of English *Athletics aid, practice, and competition *Athletics aid and practice (no competition)
3 years of math (Algebra I or higher) 16 core courses 16 core courses
o Ten (10) core courses o No grades/credits "locked in"
2 years of natural/physical science
completed before the start of (repeated courses after the
(1 year of lab if offered)
seventh semester. Seven (7) of seventh semester begins may
1 year of additional English, math or be used for initial eligibility).
the 10 must be in English, math
natural/physical science Corresponding test score (ACT
or natural/physical science.
2 years of social science "Locked in" for core-course sum score or SAT combined
4 years of additional courses (any GPA calculation. score) and core-course GPA
area above, foreign language or Corresponding test score (ACT (minimum 2.000) on Sliding Scale
comparative religion/philosophy) sum score or SAT combined B (see Page No. 2).
score) and core-course GPA Graduate from high school.
(minimum 2.300) on Sliding Scale
B (see Page No. 2).
12 Graduate from high school.NCAA Eligibility Center Division 1 sliding scale 13
NCAA Eligibility DIVISION II QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
NCAA ELIGIBILITY CENTER
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Division II Initial-Eligibility Requirements
Core Courses
Division II currently requires 16 core courses. See the chart below.
Beginning August 1, 2018, to become a full or partial qualifier for Division II, all college-bound
student-athletes must complete the 16 core-course requirement.
Test Scores
Division II currently requires a minimum SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68.
Beginning August 1, 2018, Division II will use a sliding scale to match test scores and core-course
grade-point averages (GPA). The sliding scale for those requirements is shown on Page No. 2 of this
sheet.
The SAT score used for NCAA purposes includes only the critical reading and math sections. The
writing section of the SAT is not used.
The ACT score used for NCAA purposes is a sum of the following four sections: English,
mathematics, reading and science.
When you register for the SAT or ACT, use the NCAA Eligibility Center code of 9999 to
ensure all SAT and ACT scores are reported directly to the NCAA Eligibility Center
from the testing agency. Test scores that appear on transcripts will not be used.
Grade-Point Average
Be sure to look at your high school’s List of NCAA Courses on the NCAA Eligibility Center's website
(www.eligibilitycenter.org). Only courses that appear on your school's approved List of NCAA
Courses will be used in the calculation of the core GPA. Use the list as a guide.
The current Division II core GPA requirement is a minimum of 2.000. Division II core GPA
required to be eligible for competition on or after August 1, 2018, is 2.200 (corresponding test-
score requirements are listed on the Sliding Scale on Page No. 2 of this sheet).
The minimum Division II core GPA required to receive athletics aid and practice as a partial
qualifier on or after August 1, 2018, is 2.000 (corresponding test-score requirements are listed
on the Sliding Scale on Page No. 2 of this sheet).
Remember, the NCAA core GPA is calculated using NCAA core courses only.
DIVISION II
16 Core Courses
3 years of English.
2 years of mathematics (Algebra I
or higher).
2 years of natural/physical science
(1 year of lab if offered by high
school).
3 years of additional English,
mathematics or natural/physical
science.
2 years of social science.
4 years of additional courses (from
any area above, foreign language
14 or comparative
religion/philosophy).NCAA Eligibility DIVISION II SLIDING SCALE
DIVISION II DIVISION II
COMPETITION SLIDING SCALE PARTIAL QUALIFIER SLIDING SCALE
Use for Division II beginning August 1, 2018 Use for Division II beginning August 1, 2018
Core GPA SAT ACT Sum Core GPA SAT ACT Sum
Verbal and Math ONLY Verbal and Math ONLY
3.300 & above 400 37 3.050 & above 400 37
3.275 410 38 3.025 410 38
3.250 420 39 3.000 420 39
3.225 430 40 2.975 430 40
3.200 440 41 2.950 440 41
3.175 450 41 2.925 450 41
3.150 460 42 2.900 460 42
3.125 470 42 2.875 470 42
3.100 480 43 2.850 480 43
3.075 490 44 2.825 490 44
3.050 500 44 2.800 500 44
3.025 510 45 2.775 510 45
3.000 520 46 2.750 520 46
2.975 530 46 2.725 530 46
2.950 540 47 2.700 540 47
2.925 550 47 2.675 550 47
2.900 560 48 2.650 560 48
2.875 570 49 2.625 570 49
2.850 580 49 2.600 580 49
2.825 590 50 2.575 590 50
2.800 600 50 2.550 600 50
2.775 610 51 2.525 610 51
2.750 620 52 2.500 620 52
2.725 630 52 2.475 630 52
2.700 640 53 2.450 640 53
2.675 650 53 2.425 650 53
2.650 660 54 2.400 660 54
2.625 670 55 2.375 670 55
2.600 680 56 2.350 680 56
2.575 690 56 2.325 690 56
2.550 700 57 2.300 700 57
2.525 710 58 2.275 710 58
2.500 720 59 2.250 720 59
2.475 730 60 2.225 730 60
2.450 740 61 2.200 740 61
2.425 750 61 2.175 750 61
2.400 760 62 2.150 760 62
2.375 770 63 2.125 770 63
2.350 780 64 2.100 780 64
2.325 790 65 2.075 790 65
2.300 800 66 2.050 800 66
2.275 810 67 2.025 810 67
2.250 820 68 2.000 820 & above 68 & above
2.225 830 69
2.200 840 & above 70 & above
15Specialized Programs
I. Lebanon County Career and Technology Center
This opportunity, career and technology education, is designed to be completed at the Lebanon County Career and Technology
Center (CTC). This option offers specific educational curriculum with the goal of entering the workforce following high school or
provide a foundation toward future post-secondary training. Programs of study vary in length. See information on the programs
starting on page 9 for further information.
II. Dual Enrollment
A. Lebanon High School students may take college courses in their junior and/or senior year. These college courses will
be counted as both high school and college credit. The goal is to encourage a broad range of students to experience
post-secondary course work and its increased rigor while in the supportive environment of Lebanon High School. It
encourages more students to pursue post-secondary education and decrease the need for remedial course work at the
college level. The purpose is to give students greater opportunities to complete high school with adequate preparation
for college and careers.
Dual Enrollment is for the capable student, not just the exceptional student. Students who demonstrate the skills
needed to succeed in a non-remedial college course will be encouraged and permitted to enroll.
Requirements for Dual Enrollment may include:
1. The student must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, SAT combined score of 1100 (critical reasoning and math), and
3.0 GPA in the applicable subject area OR is recommended by a teacher or counselor for college level work
with the final approval of the principal.
2. A student must have previously accumulated 12 or more total high school credits to participate.
3. Courses offered at LHS must be taken at Lebanon High School. Please see offerings by department for this
year.
4. The student must meet the college requirements for courses and placement testing.
5. The student must be meeting LHS requirements for graduation.
6. The student must earn a minimum grade of C in the college course for high school and college credit.
7. The student will pay a reduced cost per credit at the designated post-secondary institution. For classes held
on the college campuses, the student is responsible for the cost of books and fees (activity fees, technology
fees, lab fees, etc.). Scholarships are available for students in financial need upon request. A student
agreement is required to take dual enrollment courses. This agreement states that students who earn a D or
F in the course must pay for the total costs (tuition, books, and fees).
8. Each student may take one dual enrollment course off campus as long as funding is available.
9. All fees for courses must be paid prior to enrollment in the course(s) by the student/family.
10. Transportation will not be provided by the Lebanon School District.
11. Homeschooled students are permitted to enroll in dual enrollment options. Priority for course enrollment is
first provided to LHS students. A homeschooled student must take courses at LHS if offered as a component
of the College in the High School (CIHS) program rather than attending the college for the same course.
The Dual Enrollment Program will expand as colleges partner with Lebanon High School and add additional course
offerings or programs as approved by the principal. Enrollment will depend on scheduling issues (high school and
college) and the availability of funds. This program is contingent upon continued yearly funding.
B. All application materials (application, transcript, SAT scores, letters and any application fees) are to be collected by the
high school counselor/administrator and submitted together to the college’s Admissions Office. The deadline for
admission is in concert with the admission deadlines for each respective college.
III. Lebanon Virtual Academy & Cedar Academy
The Lebanon School District presents an exciting choice for students and families interested in virtual classes. For more
information on the broad range of classes offered through the Lebanon Virtual Academy or Cedar Academy, please meet with
the counseling department. Course offerings range from full-time enrollment to partial schedules to single course enrichment or
credit recovery experiences. Please note that there may be fees associated with enrollment in this program.
16Lebanon County Career & Technology Center
To qualify for the Lebanon County Career and Technology Center, students must successfully satisfy the required graduation
requirements and demonstrate, by past performance, their aptitude, interest and achievement in academic areas related to their
vocational technical field. Prospective students MUST make application for admission to the Lebanon County Career and
Technology Center through the school counselor. This application must be completed and returned to the counselor by the
designated time. Students who meet the deadline for admission earn first consideration for admission to programs.
In the event that there are multiple applicants for a program opening, the following criteria are used to determine the student whose
academic and personal conduct has earned the open spot: (1) GPA (2) Attendance (3) Discipline Record (4) Rigor of Academics.
Students attending full day sessions will receive seven credits and half day will receive four credits. All full day students will be
enrolled in English at the Lebanon County Career and Technology Center as a 1.0 credit course. Questions regarding enrollment
and course content should be directed to the Lebanon High School Counseling Office.
TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Half Day Two Year Programs (Junior AND Senior)
Auto Body Technology
Automotive Technology
Carpentry/Residential Construction
Computer Repair Technology
Cosmetology
Diesel Truck Technology
Electrical Technology
Electromechanical Technology
Industrial Machine Technology
Law Enforcement & Security
Masonry
Medical Assistant
Network Technology
Occupational Transitions
Plumbing/Heating/Air Conditioning
Welding Technology
Full Day Programs (Senior)
Commercial Art & Design
Culinary Arts
Dental Assistant
Health Careers Technology
Landscape Technology
Media Communications Technology
Pastry Arts
Sports Therapy Sciences
17Two Year Half Day Programs (Junior & Senior)
AUTO BODY TECHNOLOGY – 0901 (Year 1) (Grade 11 and 12) 4 Credits
0951 (Year 2)
Auto Body Technology students repair damaged vehicles to like-new condition. Utilizing the latest technology they rebuild
damaged vehicles and learn body and frame alignment, parts repair/replacement including the latest fiberglass and plastic
components, MIG welding, trim, accessories, interior components, glass replacement, and painting including basecoat/
clearcoat/striping. Career opportunities range from the reconditioner to the collision repair technician and may begin in high
school with a Co-Op position providing job experience and a salary. Students who successfully complete the program may
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY – 0902 (Year 1) (Grade 11 and 12) 4 Credits
0952 (Year 2)
Automotive Technology students diagnose, service, and repair late model vehicles following the Automotive Service Excellence
(ASE) and Automotive Youth Educational System (AYES) national technician standards. Motivated students may obtain the PA
Auto Safety Inspection Certification, PA Emission Inspection Certification and qualify to take the ASE tests after successfully
completed the program. Students who are selected into the AYES program are guaranteed employment with a local auto
dealership and may opt to complete two additional years of college. Utilizing state-of-the-art repair equipment students learn
brake systems, suspension and steering, engine performance, automotive electronics, and HVAC. Technical career
opportunities range from maintenance mechanic to automotive technician and may begin in high school with a Co-Op or an
AYES internship providing job experience and a salary. Students who successfully complete the program may receive 16
college credits from HACC. In addition, students can also earn credits from University of Northwestern Ohio, Automotive
CARPENTRY/RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION – 0906 (Year 1) (Grade 11 and 12) 4 Credits
0956 (Year 2)
Carpentry students work on construction projects within the school and community. They learn skills including: transit and
blueprint reading, selection of building materials and estimating, framing (floors, stairs, walls, and roofs), selection and
installation of windows and doors, roofing, interior and exterior finishing, concrete finishing, and foundations. Career
opportunities range from a siding installer to a finish carpenter and may begin in high school with a Co-Op position providing job
experience and a salary. The 500 employers in the Lebanon County Builders Association sponsor this program, provide
student scholarships, and employ graduates. Students who successfully complete the program may receive college credits
COMPUTER REPAIR TECHNOLOGY – 0929 (Year 1) (Grade 11 or 12) 4 Credits
0920 (Year 2)
Computer Repair Technology – Based on the industry standard CompTIA A+ Certification, students use the latest technology to
learn how modern computer equipment works. Hands on projects mixed into the high tech curriculum help develop technical
expertise for the rapidly growing career opportunities in computer repair, help-desk support and entry-level networking positions.
Mock job interviews and help desk scenarios help develop the “Soft Skills” needed for face-to-face customer support, helping
prepare the students for the important job of troubleshooting both hardware and software issues in a real-world environment.
This course will equip the student to pass the CompTIA A+ certification test. Up to six college credits may be awarded by
COSMETOLOGY – 0948 (Year 1) (Grade 11 Half Day) 4 Credits
0908 (Year 2) (Grade 12 Half Day) 7 Credits
Cosmetology students learn skills necessary to become a licensed professional in a salon. Major topics include hairstyling,
haircutting, perming, chemical relaxing, haircoloring, manicuring, facials and makeup. Students learn the theory and
procedures about these topics. When finished with the program and state mandated hours, students must take and pass a
state board exam to receive a cosmetology license.
18DIESEL TRUCK TECHNOLOGY – 0910 (Year 1) (Grade 11 and 12) 4 Credits
0960 (Year 2)
Diesel Truck Technology students restore late model over-the-road diesel truck-tractors to like new condition. Each year they
refurbish or repair vehicles providing “hands-on” experience in diagnosing, servicing and repairing all major heavy truck
systems. Students learn the importance of teamwork and qualify for the PA State Safety Inspection program. The major course
topics include: Preventive Maintenance, Engine Systems Theory & Repair, Electrical Systems, and Brakes (air & hydraulic),
Power Trains, Steering, Suspension and Drivelines. Career opportunities range from maintenance mechanic to fleet manager,
and may begin in high school with a Co-Op position providing job experience and a salary. Employers in the South Central
Motor Truck Association sponsor this program, provide student scholarships, and employ graduates. Students who successfully
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY – 0912 (Year 1) (Grade 11 and 12) 4 Credits
0962 (Year 2)
Electrical Technology students design and install the electrical systems in the school’s construction projects and work on
numerous projects within the community. They learn technical skills including AC/DC fundamentals, residential, commercial and
industrial wiring, AC/DC motors and generators, industrial motor control, troubleshooting and the operation of programmable
logic controllers. Technical careers range from an electrician to a systems engineer and may begin in high school with a Co-Op
position providing job experience and a salary. The 500 employers in the Lebanon County Builders Association sponsor this
program, provide student scholarships and employ graduates. Completion of this program with the College-in-the-High School
ELECTROMECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY – 0938 (Year 1) (Grade 11 and 12) 4 Credits
0939 (Year 2)
The Electromechanical Technology program prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in
both the mechanical and electrical fields. Instruction is planned to provide in the design, development, testing and repair of
electromechanical devices and systems such as; automatic control systems, servomechanisms, tape control machines and
auxiliary computer equipment
Instruction also includes the analysis of engineering data and the preparation of written reports to support test results of
INDUSTRIAL MACHINE TECHNOLOGY – 0918 (Year 1) (Grade 11 and 12) 4 Credits
0958 (Year 2)
Industrial Machine Technology students manufacture precision parts in the school’s NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking
Skills) authorized training center. The curriculum provides in-school instruction on topics such as: quality control, benchwork,
blueprint reading, computer controlled machines (lathes/milling machines), and manual machines (saws /drills /grinders /lathes
and milling machines). Career opportunities range from machine operator to tool and die maker or mechanical engineer and
may begin in high school with a Co-Op position providing job experience and a salary. Students who successfully complete the
program may receive seven college credits from HACC as well as credits from PA College of Technology and Thaddeus
LAW ENFORCEMENT AND SECURITY – 0919 (Year 1) (Grade 11 or 12) 4 Credits
0937 (Year 2)
Law Enforcement and Security students develop investigation skills essential to careers in Criminal Justice (Police, Courts, and
Corrections) and the ever growing Private Security fields. They also have the opportunity to experience parts of the Criminal
Justice System through job shadowing experiences in the real world. The program emphasizes curriculum that covers topics
such as: criminal procedures, crime photography, criminal investigations, criminal law, Bill of Rights/US Constitution, vehicle
law, private security, report writing, and first aid/CPR. Career opportunities range from private security to local, state, and
federal officers and federal police officers. Students who successfully complete the Pennsylvania Department of Education
approved program and the NOCTI exam (end of the year assessment) on the criminal justice system may receive college
19MASONRY – 0930 (Year 1) (Grades 11 and 12) 4 Credits
0934 (Year 2)
Masonry students work on construction projects that include concrete block, brick and other similar materials. Most of the
training is within the school; however, community service projects add additional learning opportunities. Students develop a
highly skilled craft which includes the ability to lay a multitude of contemporary concrete building products as well as traditional
brick. Additional topics include: blueprint reading, site layout, estimating, building codes, and the use of hand and power tools.
Career opportunities range from a mason’s helper to blocklayer, bricklayer, estimator, or construction supervisor and may begin
in high school with a Co-op position providing job experience and a salary. The 500 members in the Lebanon County Builders
Association as well as the Pennsylvania Concrete Masonry Association sponsor this program, provide student scholarships and
MEDICAL ASSISTANT – 0935 (Year 1) (Grades 11 and 12) 4 Credits
0936 (Year 2)
Medical assistants are professional, multi-skilled individuals who perform administrative and clinical duties in health care
settings. The program includes studies in anatomy and physiology, health insurance coding and billing, medical terminology,
medical law and ethics, pharmacology, clinical and administrative skills, phlebotomy, laboratory tests, and performing and
NETWORK TECHNOLOGY – 0931 (Year 1) (Grades 11 and 12) 4 Credits
0932 (Year 2)
Network Technology – In today’s high-tech environment, everything is networked! Following the CompTIA Network +
Certification model, students learn the features and functions of networking components including how to install, configure and
troubleshoot basic networking hardware, protocols and services. Completion of this course will prepare students for entry-level
jobs in computer networking or give them a boost as they continue their education while pursuing a career as a network
administration, network support technician, network administrator or network analyst. Fundamental topics to be covered
include: The Foundations of Networking, the OSI/802 Model, Network Design, Network Cabling, Wireless Communication, TCP/
IP, WAN Devices, Security Issues and Disaster Recovery Training. The goal is for students to seek Network+ certification after
completion of the course. Students who successfully complete the program may receive up to four college credits awarded by
PLUMBING/HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING – 0900 (Year 1) (Grade 11 and 12) 4 Credits
0950 (Year 2)
Students interested in the plumbing profession can begin their training at the CTC in the Plumbing, Heating, and Air
Conditioning program which is a Pennsylvania Builders Association accredited program and tailored after the Pennsylvania
College of Technology’s first year HVAC skills list. They will begin their technical training learning safe work practices, materials
and tools used in the trade, and applied mathematical and scientific concepts needed to build a strong foundation for more
advanced topics. Our students “learn by doing” by working on a variety of skills trainers and equipment designed to simulate
actual field installations. Students also have the opportunity to earn industry recognized certifications such as the OSHA 10
construction safety certification and the EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Transition and Handling certification. Dual enrollment
opportunities with Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology are also available while enrolled in the program.
Post-secondary opportunities exist for those completing the CTC Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning program such as craft
apprenticeships where students “earn while they learn” graduating debt-free from industry recognized programs. Associate and
WELDING TECHNOLOGY – 0926 (Year 1) (Grade 11 and 12) 4 Credits
0946 (Year 2)
Welding Technology students design, fabricate and repair metal products in the school’s shop facilities. They develop skills in
testing procedures necessary to meet standards for welding certification and practice welding techniques according to the
requirements of the American Welding Society. Utilizing state-of-the-art equipment, students learn shielded metal, gas metal,
gas tungsten and flux core arc welding, blueprint reading, gas welding and brazing, oxy-fuel cutting, metal layout and
fabrication, computerized numerical control cutting, plasma cutting of sheet and plate metals, and structural and robotic
welding. Technical careers range from a metal fabricator to an underwater welder. These opportunities may begin in high school
with a Co-Op position providing job experience and a salary. Students who successfully complete the program may receive six
20MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY - 0922 7 Credits
Students enrolled in the Media Communications Technology program develop the necessary skills to be successful in the work
place or post-secondary education. Using state of the art technology, students create a wide array of media projects while
gaining necessary job skills.
VBT Students develop a portfolio emphasizing their creative talents and technical skills including mastery of computer systems,
software, cameras, and lighting. Students create photographic and video projects for the school, civic groups, and business
clients.
The program emphasizes a “hands on” curriculum which covers topics such as: digital imaging, portraiture, photo composition,
lighting, animation, web page design, digital audio, video scripting/storyboarding, videography, EFP video, studio production,
PASTRY ARTS - 0903 7 Credits
The Lebanon County Career & Technology Center Pastry Arts Program was the first nationally recognized and certified
secondary program by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACF) in the country.
Pastry Arts students produce and market high quality baked products for a contemporary sixty-seat restaurant within the
school. They also market their products through their own pastry shop as well as supplying items for school banquets, dinner
meetings, community service projects, and specialty events. Students develop artistic skills through the preparation of pastries,
confections, and other specialty desserts. Students will create and present a professional portfolio and restaurant programs as
an end of the year assessment. Local, state and national competitions enrich the curriculum which includes: pastry bag skills,
cornet skills, cake decorating and assembly, decorative pieces including a Gingerbread House and Pumpkin Carving
competition, merchandising, record keeping, and sanitation. Career opportunities range from a baker’s helper to a pastry chef
and may begin in high school with a Co-Op position providing job experience and a salary. Students who successfully complete
the program may receive college credits from Johnson & Wales, West Moreland Community College, PA College of Technology,
SPORTS THERAPY SCIENCES - 0905 7 Credits
Sports Therapy Sciences students will gain knowledge of pre-participation health and fitness assessments to design individual
exercise and rehabilitation programs. Our goal is to provide an education that will encourage our students to continue their
studies in fields such as athletic training, physical therapy, occupational therapy and other health and fitness related fields. Our
curriculum includes: human anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, basic first aid and CPR, injury management and
personal training. At the conclusion of our program, each student will be eligible to take a personal training certification
ADDITIONAL FULL DAY SENIOR COURSES @ LEBANON COUNTY CAREER & TECHNOLOGY CENTER
0017 CTC Academic English (1.0 credit) * REQUIRED * 0344 CTC Academic Pre-Calculus (1.0 credit)
0346 CTC Contract Physical Education (1.0 credit) 0345 CTC Academic Calculus (1.0 credit)
0329 CTC Academic Probability & Statistics (1.0 credit) 0347 CTC Academic Algebra 2 (1.0 credit)
0341 CTC Algebra 1 (1.0 credit) 0350 CTC Applied Math 1 (1.0 credit)
0342 CTC Academic Geometry & Intermediate Algebra (1.0 credit)
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