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2022 - 2023 School Year
Dublin, Ohio
www.dublinschools.netTABLE OF CONTENTS
Message from the Superintendent 3
Graduation Requirements - Course Criteria 4
Graduation Requirements – State Required Exams 7
Grade Placement 8
Academic Distinctions 9
State System of Diploma Seals 9
Ohio High School Athletic Eligibility 12
NCAA College Freshmen Eligibility 12
Schedule Change 13
Educational Options 15
Credit Flexibility 17
The Emerald Campus 18
International Baccalaureate 20
College Credit Plus 32
Academic Pathways - Dublin City School District 34
Academic Pathways - Tolles Career and Technical Center 50
Academic Support and Leadership 59
Applied Sciences (Industrial Technology, Family and Consumer Science, Vocational) 60
DCS Virtual 63
Business and Technology 64
English Language Arts 67
Mathematics 74
Performing Arts 78
Science 81
Social Studies 85
Visual Arts 90
Wellness 93
World Languages 95
DCS Page 2 of 100Dear Students,
Dublin City Schools’ 2022-23 Course and Career Planning Handbook is available to
provide you and your parents all of the information you need to be thoroughly prepared for your
post-graduation plans.
This guide provides details on the more than 160 courses available to you but it remains
imperative you work closely with your teachers and counselors to make the most informed
decisions possible regarding course selections. Please take advantage of their expertise and
insights that will assist you in selecting courses that meet your current needs and future goals.
Students interested in high level coursework may consider enrolling in Advanced Placement or
International Baccalaureate courses. We also have many exciting specialized academies
available for those interested in career exploration.
Best of luck to you in all of your academic endeavors here at Dublin City Schools.
Sincerely,
John Marschhausen
Superintendent
DCS Page 3 of 100GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS - COURSE CRITERIA
Requirements for graduation from Dublin Coffman, Dublin Jerome, and Dublin Scioto High School meet the minimum standards as established by
the State of Ohio and the Board of Education of the Dublin City Schools. In order to graduate, students must meet the following requirements:
Subject Area Credits Required Additional Notes
English Language 4 credits Must be selected from Core Options
Arts
Mathematics 4 credits Must include 1 unit Algebra II or equivalent
Science 3 credits Must include 1 unit Physical Science, 1 unit of Life
Science and 1 Advanced Science (See indications in
Science course descriptions. Advanced Sciences
include all science courses offered.)
Social Studies 3 credits Must include 1 unit of World History, 1 unit of
American History and ½ unit of American
Government (indicated in course descriptions)
*Fine Arts 1 credit All students must complete at least 2 semesters of
Visual or Performing Arts.
Students following a career-technical pathway will
have this requirement waived. See page 5 for details.
**Physical ½ credit
Education See page 5 for information on the PE Waiver
Health ½ credit
Electives Elective units must include one or any combination of
World Language, Fine Arts, Business, Career-Technical
4 ½ credits, any Education, Family and Consumer Sciences,
elective. Technology, Agricultural Education or English
Language Arts, Mathematics, Science or Social
Studies courses not required.
½ credit- Financial All students must earn, during their junior or senior
Literacy year, ½ credit in financial literacy/personal finance as
part of their elective options.
21 Course Credits Needed for Graduation
DCS Page 4 of 100Course Criteria Notes:
● Student Responsibility
o Each student is personally responsible for periodically evaluating his/her past, present, and future program of
studies to ensure all minimum standards are met prior to graduation.
o Each student is personally responsible for periodically checking to make sure an error has not been made in
calculating grade point average.
o Athletes are required to monitor their academic program and progress to ensure eligibility.
● Graduation Requirement Deadline
o Students who have not met the competency requirements of the state mandated exams will be provided
intervention opportunities.
o Students not academically eligible to participate in commencement with their class have until the day before the
first day of the following school year to complete those requirements.
● Tolles Career and Technical Center
o Students attending Tolles Career and Technical Center may continue to use economics to fulfill their social studies
requirement.
● *Visual/Performing Arts Waiver
o Students must complete at least 2 semesters of visual or performing arts.
o Students in the following career-technical pathways will have this requirement waived:
▪ Digital Media Academy
▪ Graphics and Social Media Academy
▪ Dublin Business Academy
▪ IT Academy
▪ Any Tolles Program
o Students still need to earn 21 credits to meet graduation requirements.
● **Physical Education Waiver Information
o Students must complete at least 2 semesters of physical education.
o Students who have participated in the following programs for at least 2 full seasons may have this requirement
waived:
▪ Interscholastic athletics
▪ Marching band
▪ Cheerleading
o Students must complete a Physical Education waiver application to excuse the requirement.
▪ Participation must be documented by the School Counselor and the Athletic Director
● See the Athletic or Guidance Office for details
o Students completing the waiver and taking 0 semesters of physical education shall complete ½ unit of at least 60
hours of instruction in another course of study
o Students completing the waiver and taking 1 semester of physical education shall complete ½ unit of at least 60
hours of instruction in another course of study
o Students completing the waiver and taking 2 semesters of physical education do not have to take any additional
units in another course of study
Courses with student enrollments less than 12 in any of our high schools may not be offered without the
approval of the Deputy Superintendent.
DCS Page 5 of 1009-12 Career & Academic Pathway Plan
Begin your course planning by learning about your strengths and interests and identifying your chosen career or career cluster. You should review your courses
annually and make changes as needed. This form will help you plan the most appropriate educational options to help you reach your career pathway goals. You
should use your school’s course catalog to identify courses offered by your school, Emerald Campus, Tolles, and through the College Credit Plus Program. Be
sure to talk with your parent(s)/guardian(s) and teachers/school counselor to help you make final decisions.
Student Information Full Name: Graduation Year:
Career Pathway Goal(s)
Programs, experiences &
activities to support my
academic and career goals
Additional interventions or
assistance I need
Health Financial World Career & Other
Grade English Mathematics Science Social Studies Fine Arts
& P.E. Literacy Language Electives
9
10
11
12
No Graduation
HS 4.0 HS 0.5 elective Requirement
Graduation HS 4.0 credits HS 3.0 credits HS 3.0 credits HS 1.0 credits HS 1.0+credits Colleges often
HS 4.5 credits
Requirements credits credit
require 2.0 credits
TOTAL
21.0 Min.
DCS Page 6 of 100Graduation Requirements and State Required Exams
In addition to satisfying the required coursework, students in the classes of 2022 and beyond are required to satisfy the permanent graduation
requirements.
Permanent Requirements:
Students in the classes of 2023 and beyond will be required to meet the permanent requirements in order to graduate. The permanent
requirements are listed below:
1. Demonstrate Competency: Students must demonstrate competency in Math and English by passing the state’s Algebra I and English
II tests. Students who have taken required tests more than once without passing and have received remedial supports are able to
show competency through one of the options below:
a. Earn a credit for one Math and/or one English course through College Credit Plus;
b. Demonstrate career readiness and technical skill through foundational and supporting options;
c. Enter into a contract to enlist in the military upon graduation.
d. Remediation-free score on the ACT or SAT in subject area which students did not meet the 684 requirement.
2. Preparation for College or Careers: Students must earn two diploma seals, one of which must be state defined, to demonstrate
academic, technical and professional readiness for careers, college, the Military or self-sustaining professions.
State System of Diploma Seals
OhioMeansJobs Readiness Seal
State Seal of Bi-Literacy
Industry-Recognized Credential Seal
College-Ready Seal
Military Enlistment Seal
Science Seal
Honors Diploma Seal
Technology Seal
Citizenship Seal
Fine and Performing Arts Seal (locally defined)
Student Engagement Seal (locally defined)
Community Service Seal (locally defined)
DCS Page 7 of 100GRADE PLACEMENT
Students are classified by grade according to the number of credits they have accumulated. In all courses, credit is granted at the
end of each semester for students earning a passing grade. The minimum credits for grade classification are as follows:
● Grade 9: Successful completion of Grade 8
● Grade 10: 5.0 credits and 1 year of high school
● Grade 11: 10.0 credits and 2 years of high school
● Grade 12: 15.0 credits and 3 years of high school
● Graduate: 21.0 credits, 4 years of high school and met requirements of state mandated exams
MINIMUM COLLEGE REQUIREMENTS
● English 4 credits
● Mathematics (Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry) 4 credits
● Science 3 credits
● Social Studies 3 credits
● World Language 2 credits
● Visual / Performing Arts (see course handbook for list of courses) 1 credit
Grading Scale Honors Grading Scale AP / IB / CCP Grading Scale
TRANSFER OF GRADES AND CREDIT
Students from international schools will be awarded a grade of “S” or “U” for all courses appearing on the transcript. Credit will be
awarded based on the hours of class completed. “S” or “U” grades do not calculate in the student’s GPA.
When a student transfers to a Dublin high school from another state public or charter school, letter grades awarded by the previous
school are recognized by Dublin City Schools according to the previous school’s grading scale. To determine cumulative grade point
average (GPA) letter grades awarded by other state public or charter schools are recalculated using the Dublin high school grading
scale weight. When a student transfers into a Dublin high school with a weighted grade in a course that Dublin does not offer or with
a course that Dublin does not offer as a weighted grade, the weight will not be calculated in the student’s GPA.
The intent of this policy is to honor the integrity of the institution issuing the grade and credit as well as ensuring that all Dublin high
school students graduate with grades and credits that are aligned to the Dublin City Schools grading scale.
DCS Page 8 of 100ACADEMIC DISTINCTIONS
Valedictorian
● All students who achieve a grade point average of 4.1 and above after the 7th semester will receive the distinction of
valedictorian status at commencement.
Magna Cum Laude, Summa Cum Laude, Cum Laude
● Students will be honored at commencement based on the following cumulative GPA scale:
o Summa Cum Laude: 4.00 GPA and above
o Magna Cum Laude: 3.75 to 3.999
o Cum Laude: 3.50 to 3.74
● Students will be credentialed for this academic award after the 7th semester.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
● The International Baccalaureate Organization awards students the IB Diploma upon successful completion of the 6 subjects
studied and their culminating assessments, as well as, the successful completion of the IB core (including Theory of
Knowledge, Creativity Activity Service, and an Extended Essay).
President’s Education Award for Educational Excellence
● The President’s Education Award for Educational Excellence is awarded to graduating seniors who meet the following criteria:
o Cumulative GPA of 3.5 and above on a 4.0 grading scale
o 26 ACT composite score or 1210 SAT combined critical reading and math score
● Students will be credentialed for this award after the 7th semester
STATE SYSTEM OF DIPLOMA SEALS
Seal of Bi-literacy
● A Seal of Bi-literacy recognizes graduating seniors who can demonstrate high levels of proficiency in English and at least one
other language. A student may earn the Seal of Bi-literacy by meeting all of the following criteria within 15 months of
graduation:
o Eligible to earn a high school diploma
o Meet one of the English / Language Arts proficiency requirements
▪ Earn a proficient level or higher on the Ohio ELA I and II end-of-course assessments
▪ Earn a remediation-free score on the English and Reading sections of the ACT or SAT
▪ Earn a proficient level or higher on the Ohio English Language Proficiency Assessment
o Meet one of the Foreign Language proficiency requirements
▪ Earn a score of 4 or higher on an Advanced Placement foreign language exam
▪ Earn a score of 5 or higher on an International Baccalaureate HL foreign language exam
▪ Earn a score of 6 or higher on an International Baccalaureate SL foreign language exam
▪ Earn a qualifying score on a Department of Education approved foreign language exam
Seal of Job Readiness
● The Ohio Means Jobs-Readiness Seal is a formal designation that students can earn on their high school diplomas and
transcripts indicating they have the personal strengths, strong work ethic and professional experience that businesses need.
● To earn the Ohio Means Jobs-Readiness Seal, motivated high school students must demonstrate certain professional skills
required for success in the workplace.
o Students work with at least three experienced and trusted mentors who validate the demonstration of these skills in school,
work or the community.
Honors Diploma Seal
● The Ohio Department of Education recognizes graduating seniors with 6 different diplomas with honors based on a
student’s course credits, grade point average, college and career readiness scores, field experiences, and other assessment
criteria. The following chart outlines the criteria for each diploma with honors:
DCS Page 9 of 100Comparison of Diplomas with Honors Criteria
Students need to fulfill all but one of the applicable criteria for the Diploma with Honors.
Academic International Career-Technical STEM Arts Social Science and
Subject Diploma with Honors Baccalaureate* Diploma with Honors Diploma with Honors Diploma with Honors Civic Engagement
Diploma with Honors Diploma with Honors
4 units
English 4 units including the 2 4 units 4 units 4 units 4 units
required IB essays
Math** 4 units 4 units 4 units 5 units 4 units 4 units
4 units 4 units 4 units 5 units 3 units 3 units
Science*** including 2 units of including bio, chem, including 2 units of including 2 units of including 1 unit of including 1 unit of
advanced science and 1 advanced sci advanced science advanced science advanced science advanced science
Social Studies 4 units 4 units 4 units 3 units 3 units 5 units
3 units 4 units 2 units 3 units 3 units 3 units
World Language or 2 units each of two or 2 units each of two in one language or 2 units each of two or 2 units each of two or 2 units each of two
languages languages languages languages languages
Fine Arts 1 unit 1 unit N/A 1 unit 4 units 1 unit
4 units 2 units 2 units 3 units
Electives N/A N/A of Career-Technical with a focus in STEM with a focus in with a focus in
courses Fine Arts Soc. Sci / Civics
Grade Point 3.5 on a 4.0 3.5 on a 4.0 3.5 on a 4.0 3.5 on a 4.0 3.5 on a 4.0 3.5 on a 4.0
Average unweighted scale unweighted scale unweighted scale unweighted scale unweighted scale unweighted scale
ACT / SAT Score 27 ACT / 1280 SAT 27 ACT / 1280 SAT 27 ACT / 1280 SAT 27 ACT / 1280 SAT 27 ACT / 1280 SAT 27 ACT / 1280 SAT
Complete field Complete field Complete field Complete field
experience and experience and experience and Complete field experience and
Field Experience document in a document in a document in a experience and document in a
/ Portfolio N/A portfolio of work portfolio of work portfolio of work document in a portfolio portfolio of work
related to the related to the related to the of work related to the related to the
student's area of student's area of focus. student's area of student's area of focus. student's area of focus.
focus. focus.
Earn
industry-recognized
credential or
Additional N/A N/A proficiency benchmark N/A N/A N/A
Assessment for Ohio
Career-Technical
Competency
Assessment
Diploma with Honors requirements pre-suppose the completion of all high school diploma requirements in the Ohio Revised Code including: ½ unit
Physical Education, ½ unit Health, ½ unit American History, and ½ unit American Government
Industry-Recognized Credential Seal
● Earn an approved industry-recognized credential that is aligned to a job considered in demand in this state and its regions.
Additional information from the Ohio Department of Education is forthcoming.
College-Ready Seal
● Earn remediation-free scores on the ACT or SAT. Contact your counselor for information regarding current ACT and SAT
remediation-free scores. Additional information can be found at www.ode.state.oh.us
Military Enlistment Seal
● Provide evidence that a student has enlisted in a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces; or Participate in an approved JROTC
DCS Page 10 of 100program. Additional information from the Ohio Department of Education is forthcoming.
Science Seal
● A student can:
o Earn a score of proficient or higher on the biology end-of-course exam;
o Earn a score that is at least equivalent to proficient on appropriate Advanced Placement or International
Baccalaureate exams; or
o Earn a final course grade that is equivalent to a “B” or higher in an appropriate class taken through the College
Credit Plus Program.
o Earn a final course grade that is equivalent to a “B” or higher in an advanced science course.
Technology Seal
● A student can:
o Earn a score that is at least equivalent to proficient on an appropriate Advanced Placement or International
Baccalaureate Honors exam;
o Earn a final course grade that is equivalent to a “B” or higher in an appropriate class taken through the College
Credit Plus Program; or
o Complete a course offered through the district or school that meets guidelines developed by the department.
Additional information about the requirements for this course are forthcoming from the Ohio Department of
Education.
Citizenship Seal
● A student can:
o Earn a score of proficient or higher on both the American History and American Government end-of-course exams;
o Earn a score that is at least equivalent to proficient on appropriate Advanced Placement or International
Baccalaureate exams; or
o Earn a final course grade that is equivalent to a “B” or higher in an appropriate class taken through the College
Credit Plus Program
o Earn a final course grade that is equivalent to a “B” or higher in American History and Government.
Fine and Performing Arts Seal
● A student can:
o Earn a Fine/Performing Arts Seal by earning at least two (2) credits of approved fine arts program electives in one
(1) of the following disciplines: visual arts, drama/theatre, music, or media arts during high school.
o Earn a Fine/Performing Arts Seal by completing a pre-approved Fine/Performing Arts field experience within the
school district or community.
Student Engagement Seal
● A student can:
o Earn a Student Engagement Seal by participating in at least two (2) Board-approved extracurricular activities during
high school. Eligible activities include participation in an athletic program, recognized school club or student
government. In order for participation to count toward earning the seal, students must participate in the entire
scheduled season of the activity. Participation must be verified by the program advisor or coach.
Community Service Seal
● A student can:
o Earn a Community Service Seal by completing a minimum of eighty (80) hours of community service during high
school in a high-quality community service experience. Students who transfer to Dublin City Schools during their
junior/senior year will receive prorated requirements. Community service experiences must be approved by the
District’s designated community service advisor in advance. The Board designates a school counselor to serve as
the community service advisor.
DCS Page 11 of 100OHIO HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION ELIGIBILITY
Grades 9 - 12
● To be eligible, a student must be currently enrolled in school and must have received passing grades in a minimum of 5
one-credit courses or the equivalent and maintain a 2.0 grade point average in the immediately preceding grading period.
● For eligibility purposes, summer school grades may not be used to substitute for failing grades received the final grading
period of the regular school year or for lack of enough subjects taken the preceding grading period.
● Knowing and following all OHSAA standards will enable students to protect their athletic eligibility. It is also important for
students to know that they must meet all the standards in order to be eligible. For additional information refer to
www.ohsaa.org.
● Do not change a course schedule or drop a course without first consulting with a school counselor or athletic
administrator to determine whether it will affect eligibility.
● Eligibility for each grading period is determined by grades received the preceding grading period. Semester and yearly
grades have no effect on eligibility. To be eligible as a ninth grader, a student must be currently enrolled in school and
must have received passing grades in five subjects in the immediately preceding grading period.
Semesters of Eligibility
● When a student enrolls in grade 9 the first time, he/she has 8 semesters of athletic eligibility taken in order of attendance
whether he/she participates or does not participate.
NCAA College Freshman Eligibility Requirements
● If students are planning to enroll in college and wish to participate in Division I or Division II sports, they must be certified by
the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Center. There are several steps in this process. Students should initiate the process early in their
sophomore year. For more detailed information and the application materials, contact the Guidance Office or refer to:
https://web1.ncaa.org/eligibilitycenter/common/
DCS Page 12 of 100Dublin City Schools Schedule Change Request Form
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: From the time a student returns the course request form (January) until the end of the school
year (May), a student may request a schedule change. In these cases, this form is NOT needed. It is important to realize that our master schedule is based upon the
student requests made in January. In order to be fiscally responsible, the number of class sections within each subject area is based on these projections. These
requests also dictate new teacher hires during the summer. Once classes are scheduled, it is difficult to make a schedule change because many classes will be at or
near capacity. Students may not be enrolled in a class that is considered filled. Once a student has received his/her schedule in August, through the remainder of
the school year, this form must be completed to propose a schedule change.
Name: ____________________________________________________________________ Grade:_________ ID #:_______________________
Student Cell #: _____________________________________________ Email: _____________________________________________________
Drop: _______________________________ Add: _______________________________ Counselor:__________________________________
Please select the reason for your requested schedule change to be considered.
1. Senior needing to meet graduation requirements
2. Inappropriate course level as dictated by the prerequisite
3. Replacement of Summer School courses after successfully completed
4. Adjustments for Ed. Options: College Credit Plus, Tolles, APEX, Mosaic, Zoo School, DTA, YPA, DBA, IEP, RtI
(Additional paperwork is required to drop or add a College Credit Plus course.)
5. A computer error – example: unbalanced schedule – 2 Study Halls or 2 Phys. Ed. classes the same semester
6. Grade Replacement/ Repeat Credit allows a student to repeat the class to improve his/her skills and earn a higher grade
Highest grade calculated in GPA; cannot earn credit twice for the same course.
7. **Scheduling from/into AP, IB, Honors or Level Change - See back of this form for details, grading policy, and timelines
● PARENT & TEACHER COMMUNICATION & SIGNATURES REQUIRED – see below.
8. Dropping an elective or core class to add a study hall
9. Other Changes: If you do not meet any of the above allowable schedule change criteria, you may appeal to the administration
by writing a persuasive letter of request
● Provide, in paragraph form, insight into the reason(s) you originally requested the course, reason(s) why you want to take the new course, as
well as an explanation of why you think an exception to the designated scheduling process should be made
● Although the essay may meet the criteria, changes will be granted based upon seat availability
SIGNATURES REQUIRED
Teacher Signature: ________________________________________________________________ (Required)
Parent Signature: __________________________________________________________________ (Required)
Student Signature**: _______________________________________________________________(Required)
**By signing here, I understand that I must be enrolled in and passing FIVE core classes throughout the school year in
order to meet athletic eligibility.
IEP/504 Advocate Signature: _________________________________________________________(Required)
Elective schedule changes that necessitate a change in period will not be permitted
Schedule changes are not in effect until you receive a revised schedule
13COURSE LEVEL CHANGES
● Once a student, teacher, and parent recognize that the level of difficulty is such that the student is not successful, a level
change should occur immediately.
● Once a student, teacher, and parent recognize that the level of the current class is not challenging enough for the student, a
level change should occur immediately.
Level Change Down
● A level change down in a course is defined as moving from a specific AP or IB course to the corresponding honors course; or
from a specific honors course to the corresponding conventional course.
● A student may transfer on or before September 23rd in 1st semester and before February 16th in 2nd semester. Any level
change down will transfer all previously earned grades, including the associated weight (i.e. – 84% in an honors course =
89% in a conventional course; 84% in an AP/IB course = 94% in a conventional course).
● No level change down is permitted after September 23rd in 1st semester and before February 16th in 2nd semester.
Level Change Up
● A level change-up in a course is defined as moving from a specific conventional course to the corresponding honors, AP or IB
course; or from a specific honors course to the corresponding AP or IB course.
● No level change-up is permitted after the first two weeks of each semester.
DATES FOR ADDING AND DROPPING CLASSES
● ADD: The last day to add a credit-bearing course is:
o 1st Semester: August 23, 2022
o 2nd Semester: January 9, 2023
● WITHDRAWAL: The window to withdraw from a credit-bearing course is:
o 1st Semester: August 12, 2022 – November 4, 2022
▪ Notation of the course will be expunged from the transcript
o 1st Semester: November 5, 2022 – December 16, 2022
▪ (WF) will be awarded on transcript
▪ Calculated as a failure in the student’s GPA
● WITHDRAWAL: The window to withdraw from a credit-bearing course is:
o 2nd Semester: January 10, 2023 – March 31, 2023
▪ Notation of the course will be expunged from the transcript
o 2nd Semester: April 3, 2023 – May 26, 2023
▪ (WF) will be awarded on transcript
▪ Calculated as a failure in the student’s GPA
● WARNING: Dropping a course may endanger your grade placement or graduation status. Review the Course Planning
Handbook for a listing of the minimum credits needed for grade classification.
● WARNING: Dropping a course may endanger your athletic eligibility. During the nine-week grading period preceding
athletic participation, the student must be passing five (5) equivalencies as defined by the Ohio High School Athletic
Association. Parents and students are responsible for monitoring the necessary athletic eligibility requirements. If you have
any questions, contact the athletic office or coach for clarification.
● WARNING: Add/drop dates for College Credit Plus courses are based on the academic calendar of the applicable
college/university. For students dropping a CCP course, after the first 10 days of the college/university academic calendar,
parents are responsible for tuition, fees, and textbooks.
14EDUCATIONAL OPTIONS
The Dublin Board of Education recognizes the need to provide alternate means by which students achieve goals of the
district through various educational options. Such options may include, but not be limited to College Credit Plus,
independent study, educational travel, mentorship programs, summer school, and early college entrance. Credit
Flexibility paperwork may be necessary to enroll in such educational options.
Auditing Elective Classes
● To audit a class, students need to seek permission from their guardian/parent and the teacher of the class and submit it to
the high school principal. The principal will make the final decision for placement. The student must complete all
assignments and take course exams and quizzes but will receive no grades and no credits. A student may elect to audit one
course per year. An "X" on the student's transcript and grade card would denote that the class was audited. Students may
petition to audit a class prior to the 5th day of the class.
Early Graduation
● The Dublin City Schools has a policy for students wishing to graduate early from high school. Students considering early
graduation for the Class of 2023 and beyond should discuss this option with their school counselor and must petition to
graduate early prior to May 1 of the previous academic year to be considered for this opportunity. Application for early
graduation will be submitted to the students’ school counselor and the high school principal in accordance with school
regulations. The principal may honor this request if all conditions for graduation are met and the student fulfills the
graduation requirements. With the permission of the Superintendent, the student may participate in the graduation
ceremonies with his/her designated class.
Grade Replacement
● Students are permitted to retake any Dublin course as replacement credit to increase their knowledge base and grade;
however, students cannot earn credit twice for the same course unless otherwise noted in the course description as
repeatable. Both grades that a student earns in a replaced course remain on the transcript. The lower grade is not
calculated in the student’s GPA. Credit is removed from the lower grade. Credit Flexibility may not be used for credit
recovery; however, it may be considered if there is an extenuating circumstance and administrative approval is given.
Students should complete the grade replacement form available in the Guidance Office.
Credit Recovery
● If a student has completed a course and not passed the course, the student may recover the credit through summer school
credit recovery or by repeating the course during the school year. Credit Flexibility may not be used for credit recovery;
however, it may be considered if there is an extenuating circumstance and administrative approval is given.
College Credit Plus
● College Credit Plus (CCP) is a program that gives students in grades 7-12 an opportunity to be enrolled in both district and
college/university coursework at the same time. CCP replaces Ohio’s Post-Secondary Enrollment Options program (PSEO)
and all dual enrollment programs.
● Students must meet the admission requirements set forth by the college/university. Dublin City Schools will pay all tuition,
textbook, and fee costs.
● Students eligible for CCP must be academically ready for college level courses and be willing to follow the procedures
outlined by the college/university while still in high school. Dublin City Schools has partnered with Columbus State
Community College (CSCC) to offer courses at Emerald Campus. Offering CCP courses at the Emerald Campus is dependent
upon enrollment and availability of instructors.
● Students are not limited to taking CCP courses at Emerald Campus. They may also enroll in any public Ohio college or
university, participating independent or out-of-state colleges or universities (additional fees often apply), online courses, or
any combination of the above.
● Per HB 487, CCP courses must receive the equivalent weight as any weighted course within a given content area. A
student’s letter grade earned through a university will be issued on his/her Dublin City Schools’ transcript. The Dublin City
School weight for that letter grade will be factored into the student’s GPA. Credits earned through CCP are transferable to
many public and private institutions in Ohio and out of state. To help students fully understand what courses will transfer
visit: www.transfer.org
● To participate in CCP, students must submit a written notice of their intent to participate in the upcoming academic year, by
April 1st, in accordance with section 3365.03 of the Revised Code. Requirements for applying and registering vary by option.
Students should consult their home high school counselor for due dates.
15● Interested students and parents are required to attend a yearly informational session prior to registration to understand the
benefits, risks, and consequences of participation. The meeting is typically held in December or January.
● Should a student fail to complete a CCP course taken for credit (formal “class drop” process, nonattendance reasons, course
failure, etc.) any and all financial obligations assumed by the Board will default to the students and their parents. This
includes tuition, books, materials, and fees. Charges for billable tuition are as follows:
o $41.64/per credit hour – if taught by a DCS teacher at Emerald Campus
o $83.28/per credit hour – if taught by a college/university adjunct at Emerald Campus
o $166.25/per credit hour – if class is taken online or on a college/university campus
(Fees subject to change.)
● Further information about CCP will appear on our district and high school websites, in the DCS Informational Guide:
http://bit.ly/DCSCCP, as well as in the College Credit Plus portion of this handbook.
● Parents and students are encouraged to speak with their school counselor for more information.
16Dublin City School District
Credit Flexibility
Options Overview and Timeline
As a result of Senate Bill 311, Credit Flexibility is an opportunity for students to create unique learning experiences. Credit Flexibility
allows students to demonstrate their understanding and skills according to their individual learning styles and experiences. All high
school students have the opportunity to submit an application for Credit Flexibility.
The two Credit Flexibility options are:
● Credit by Subject Area Competency through Assessments (Test Out)
● Credit by Educational Option
The requirements of Credit by Subject Area Competency through Assessment vary from course to course. Most courses will require
at least two components to earn credit.
Credit Flexibility by Educational Option consists of a student developing his/her own proposal describing in great detail how they will
demonstrate proficiency of the academic content standards/grade level indicators of the identified course.
Applications Test Dates
Completed Credit Flexibility applications may be submitted Dates for the credit by subject area competency through
three times a year for either option. assessment option (test out) are scheduled twice a year and must
be conducted, at the latest, by the end of the following weeks:
Application submission due dates are:
● First full week of the school year
● First semester:
The first day of school
● Second semester: ● First semester exam week
Last week of 1st quarter
● Summer courses: ● Administration reserves the right to schedule the date
Last Friday of May and time for assessments.
Students will receive notification of the approval or denial of their Credit Flexibility application within five working days of the
deadline. Students may resubmit a revised denied application within five working days upon which the application was returned to
the student. Resubmitted applications will receive notification within 5 working days of resubmission. All students should schedule
courses, as usual, until notification has been received.
8th grade students who wish to participate in either Credit Flexibility option may only do so upon transition to 9th grade, which
officially occurs August 1. Or, if an 8th grade student is already enrolled in a high school level course in middle school, and wishes to
participate in Credit Flexibility in the content area of the high school level course being taken, he or she should follow the high school
Credit Flexibility deadlines listed above.
Students wishing to utilize an AP test score for credit must submit correct Credit Flex paperwork prior to sitting for the
exams.
17THE EMERALD CAMPUS
Programs Offered
Emerald Campus is an innovative network of personalized educational opportunities preparing learners for our changing world.
There are four types of programs available to current Dublin City Schools high school students; Academies, Columbus State
Community College College Credit Plus Courses, International Baccalaureate courses, and Alternative Learning programs. There are
no additional costs for students to participate in these programs, however, AP and IB test fees do apply.
Emerald Campus is located across the street from Coffman High School at 5175 Emerald Parkway and transportation is provided
between the three home high schools and Emerald Campus via shuttle buses.
Students attending Emerald Campus are typically in grades 10-12 and attend for at least 2-3 periods a day (with some exceptions).
Some programming is specific to grades 11-12 students due to age or grade restrictions. There is an admission process for each
program and a variety of credits and credentials available, please review the following program descriptions, consult with your school
counselor, and visit the Emerald Campus website at https://www.dublinschools.net/emeraldcampus.aspx for more details.
The many unique offerings available at Emerald Campus allow students the opportunity to explore areas of interest and evaluate
viable paths to a potential career. The options below are grouped by career clusters.
Interdisciplinary Core
● International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme
o Individual IB Courses
● College Credit Plus
o Early College Experience
o American Sign Language Studies (Location based on enrollment)
o Arabic Language Studies (Location based on enrollment)
Technology and Engineering
● Engineering Academy
● Information Technology Academy
● Cyber Academy
Health Science
● Biomedical Research Academy
● Sports Science Academy
Education & Training
● Dublin Teacher Academy
● Young Professionals Academy
Business
● Dublin Business Academy
● Entrepreneur Academy
Arts and Communication
● Digital Media
● Graphics & Social Media
Aviation
● Aviation Academy
18The options below reflect alternative learning programs:
The Bridge
The Bridge program provides students with a variety of educational options. In addition, The Bridge staff provides individualized
services for the student and their immediate family. Programming enables customized educational programs which meet the needs
of learners who can achieve greater success utilizing a non-traditional educational experience.
Post-Secondary Access for Transition after High School (PATHS)
The PATHS (Postsecondary Access to Transition after High School) program serves all postsecondary students who are deferring their
diplomas in order to continue Dublin City Schools’ based transition programming. Students are provided targeted transitional
experiences and curriculum that assist in planning for their future employment, education, and independent living goals through the
partnership between students, families, program staff, agencies and our Dublin Community.
WorkForce Ready – A Career Based Intervention Program
WorkForce Ready (CBI) is a cooperative job-training program that requires one (1) period of classroom instruction per day and work
time embedded in the school day or outside of the school day. Students attend their regular classes and have release time to gain
on-the-job training with community employers. The goals of the program are to help students improve academic competence,
graduate from high school, develop employability skills, implement a career plan and participate in a career pathway in preparation
for postsecondary education and/or careers. In this program, students will explore the 6 CBI areas: Academic Intervention, Career
Exploration, Career Planning, Employability Skills, Career Pathway, and Work Based Learning. Placement requires a
recommendation by a teacher, counselor, and/or administrative team.
The WorkForce Ready Program is comprised of the following courses:
694- CBI Related Instruction: The curriculum of the CBI related instruction course is based on the Career Based Intervention
Technical Content Standards and connects academic and career success. The Career Based Intervention Technical Content
Standards contain 13 content units that represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities students need to be successful leading up to
and upon graduation from high school. CBI classroom instruction should provide appropriate and effective resources and
technology for individual instruction in a smaller group setting that meets students’ needs. All CBI students must complete a
minimum of 120 hours of instruction per school year in the CBI related instruction course.
Prerequisite: Participation in the CBI program
Graded: Conventional
Grade: 9-12
Time Frame:
Credit: 0.5 per semester (repeatable up to a maximum of 1.0 credit)
695 - CBI Work-based Learning: Content based on paid cooperative work experiences or non-paid, work-based learning
experiences such as job shadowing, short-term field experience, internships, volunteering at non-profit community agencies,
career exploration, and/or service learning activities.
Prerequisite: Participation in the CBI program
Graded: Conventional
Grade: 9-12
Time Frame: Semester / Year
Credit: 0.5-1.5 per semester (repeatable up to a maximum of 3.0 credits)
19INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAMME
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is a rigorous, academically challenging and balanced program of education designed to
prepare students in their last two years of high school for success at a university or in a career. Students interested in IB may take courses toward
earning an IB Diploma awarded by the International Baccalaureate Organization, or individual courses. Students who are successful in the IB
program can earn college credit, college scholarships, and other admissions related benefits at many colleges and universities.
The IB Diploma is earned with the successful completion of courses from the six subjects studied and their culminating assessments, as well as the
successful completion of the required IB core (including Theory of Knowledge, Creativity Activity Service, and the Extended Essay).
The six subject groups and courses include:
Group 1: Studies in Language and Group 4: Experimental Sciences
Literature ● Biology HL- 2 years
● Chemistry HL- 2 years
● English Literature HL- 2 years ● Computer Science SL- 1 year/HL- 2 years
● English Language and Literature HL- 2 years ● Design Technology SL- 1 year
● English Literature and Performance SL- 2 ● Environmental Systems and Societies SL- 1 year (Also group 3)
year ● Physics SL- 1 year
● Sports, Exercise and Health Science SL- 1 year
Group 2: Language Acquisition
● Chinese Language B SL- 2 years Group 5: Mathematics
● Chinese Language Ab Initio SL- 2 years ● Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches SL- 2 years/HL- 2 years
● French Language B SL- 2 years/HL- 2 years ● Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation SL- 1 year/HL - 2 years
● French Language Ab Initio SL- 2 years
● German Language B SL- 2 years/HL- 2 years
● German Language Ab Initio SL- 2 years Group 6: Arts and Electives
● Spanish Language B SL- 2 years/HL- 2 years ● Visual Arts SL- 2 years/HL - 2 years
● Spanish Language Ab Initio SL- 2 years ● Or any additional IB course (1-year or 2-year) can be chosen to satisfy the group
6 requirement
Group 3: Individuals and Societies
● Business Management SL- 1 year
● Global Politics SL- 1 year/HL- 2 years
● History SL-1 year/HL-2 years
● Psychology SL- 1 year
● Environmental Systems and Societies SL- 1
year
● (Also group 4)
For IB Organization Course Descriptions, visit: http://bit.ly/DublinIB
Regardless of a student’s choice to participate in the Diploma Programme or take individual IB courses, all students are REQUIRED to complete all of
the prescribed IB assessments for each IB course they take. There is an IB subject fee that is associated with the multiple IB assessments for each IB
course. All IB fees are due during the tested year of that course. Any questions or concerns regarding payment of these IB fees, please contact your
child’s guidance counselor. A Request for AP/IB Financial Aid form can be found on page 25.
20Benefits of the IB Programme
● Global Awareness and Internationalism
o The IB Programme emphasizes global awareness and intercultural understanding.
● International Standards
o IB students and teachers use the same curriculum that is used in IB schools in more than 147 countries around the world.
● Preparation for College
o The IB Programme is known for its excellent college preparation and students are well prepared to meet the demands of college
coursework. Diploma students are often given preferential consideration in admission.
● Unique Assessments
o IB students not only have a culminating assessment at the end of the course, but also demonstrate their learning through
assessments such as laboratory reports, portfolios, performances, and/or research papers.
● Interdisciplinary Learning
o Students participating in the IB Diploma Programme have the benefit of interdisciplinary study in which there is integration of
course material across the curriculum.
● Research Skills and Inquiry
o The IB Programme and IB courses emphasize sophisticated research skills and engage students in inquiry-based learning.
Frequently Asked Questions of the IB Programme
● What are “higher level” and “standard level” IB courses?
o There are two levels of IB courses – higher level (HL) and standard level (SL). The higher-level courses have a required number
of class hours, which corresponds to two school years in length. Higher-level courses have a more prescribed in-depth level
curriculum than standard level courses. The standard level courses are required to be at least one school year in length, but
many extend across two years.
● Can a student take IB courses without participating in the Diploma Programme?
o While the full Diploma Programme is the foundation of the International Baccalaureate Programme, the International
Baccalaureate Organization allows students to take individual IB courses without participating in the full Diploma Programme.
o With the relocation of the IB Programme to Emerald Campus, it is beneficial for students to consider taking 2 or 3 IB courses in a
block to maximize their experience at Emerald Campus as well as their home high school.
o Although the IB Core (including Theory of Knowledge, Creativity Activity Service, and an Extended Essay) is required for full IB
Diploma students, students participating in four or more IB courses during the junior and senior years may also take the IB Core.
● What do the IB scores mean? How do students earn the IB Diploma?
o Students have prescribed IB assessments for each IB course and earn a score from the International Baccalaureate Organization
based on their performance on these required IB assessments. Students earn a score from 1 – 7 in each IB course. Many
universities often use a score of “4” or “5” as the minimum for granting admission or advanced course placement. To be
awarded an International Baccalaureate Diploma, students must earn a minimum cumulative score of 24 in their courses, and
must have required scores in accordance with the scoring rules set by the International Baccalaureate Organization.
21Dublin City School District
Request for AP/IB Financial Aid
Financial assistance for AP/IB exam participation is available to those students participating in federal assistance
programs. Please return this form to the building principal, enrichment specialist, or school counselor if this is applicable
for your child.
Date: _____________________________________
Student name: _____________________________________________________ Grade: _________
Address: ___________________________________________________________________________
Phone: _________________________________
School: ____________________________________________________________________________
My child participates in the federally funded reduced lunch program.
My child participates in the federally funded free lunch program.
AP
Number of AP exams scheduled: ______ AP Fee(s): _______________________________
List scheduled AP exams: _____________________________________________________________
IB
Number of IB exams scheduled: ______ IB Fee(s): _______________________________
List scheduled IB exams: _____________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian name: ________________________________________________________________
(printed) (signature)
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
For Office Use Only:
Building Principal: ___________________________________________________________________
(signature) (building)
Please forward application to:
Director of Secondary Education
Central Office
Approved: _________________________________________ Date: ________________________
Partial assistance: _________________________ Full assistance: ___________________________
22IB Diploma Programme Core Curriculum
The requirements of the full IB Diploma Programme include courses in the six subject groups, as well as the IB Core. The IB Core is
made up of the following three required components, which collectively aim to broaden students’ educational experience and
challenge them to apply their knowledge and skills. Students participating in four or more IB courses over the junior and senior
year may also schedule the IB Core.
Theory of Knowledge (ToK) – 501 – Year 1 / 502 – Year 2
In contrast to other courses, which strive to teach subject specific knowledge, this course provides an opportunity to explore and
reflect on the nature of knowledge and the process of knowing. This course is centered around the exploration of contestable
knowledge questions. Empowered with an understanding of their point of view, students will learn to integrate different disciplines,
comparing how scientists, historians, linguists, ethicists, mathematicians, and others, create and acquire knowledge. Through
discussions, journal entries, essays and oral presentations, students will demonstrate their critical thinking skills by examining the
relationships of various areas of knowledge. Students will learn to think about the lens through which they view intellectual
problems, encouraging a richer understanding of the unity and diversity of knowledge. This course is two years in length, in which
students are required to complete all the internal assessments and concludes with students completing the required IB assessments.
Grading: AP / IB / CCP Weight
Grade Level: 11-12
Time Frame: 2 Years
Credits: 0.5 Credits – Year 1 / 0.5 Credits – Year 2
Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) – 545 – Year 1 / 546 – Year 2
CAS takes seriously the importance of life outside the world of scholarship, seeking to counterbalance the academic demands of the
school curriculum. Participation in CAS encourages students to share their interests and special talents while developing awareness,
concern and the ability to work cooperatively with others. The IB Organization’s goal of educating the whole person and fostering
more caring and socially responsible attitudes comes alive in an immediate way when students reach beyond themselves and their
books. CAS will develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who will help to create a better and more peaceful world
through intercultural understanding and respect.
Grade: 11-12
Time Frame: 2 Years – CAS activities are completed within and outside of school hours
Credits: 0.0
Extended Essay (EE) – Year 1 / Year 2
The extended essay encompasses independent, self-directed research culminating in a 4,000-word paper. Students have the
opportunity to engage in an in-depth study of a topic of interest chosen from any of the IB subjects with the support, advice, and
guidance of an IB teacher supervisor.
Grade: 11-12
Time Frame: 2 Years – The Extended Essay is completed within the Theory of Knowledge course.
Credits: 0.0
23IB Diploma Programme Subject Group Curriculum
(IB courses are only offered at Emerald Campus)
Group 1: Studies in Language and Literature
IB English Literature (HL) – 505 – Year 1 / 506 – Year 2
IB English HL promotes a lifelong interest in literature and an expanded cultural understanding through the study of and participation in literary
criticism in a variety of literary genres and contexts. Students will practice detailed analysis of written text that lead to excellent oral and written
skills of expression. Students will demonstrate a clear command of language for commentary on personal and critical response to literature,
effective style and rhetoric, relationships between and among works, and structured argumentation. This course is two years in length, in which
students are required to complete all the internal assessments and concludes with students completing the required IB Exam. The course includes
required literature by IB which demands emotional and intellectual maturity of students. This course fulfills the junior and senior level English
graduation requirements.
Prerequisite: English II, Honors English II, or American Studies
Graded: AP / IB / CCP Weight
Grade: 11-12
Time Frame: 2 Years
Credit: 1.00 – Year 1 / 1.00 – Year 2
IB English Language and Literature (HL) – 582 – Year 1 / 583 – Year 2
Language and Literature introduces the critical study and interpretation of written and spoken texts from a wide range of literary and non-literary
genres. In addition to the formal analysis of texts, students will explore the ways in which medium, perspective, and culture impact meaning and
interpretation. Students will engage in a variety of written, spoken, visual, and creative ways to demonstrate their learning. This course is two years
in length, in which students are required to complete all the internal assessments and concludes with students completing the required IB Exam.
The course includes required literature by IB which demands emotional and intellectual maturity of students. This course fulfills the junior and
senior level English graduation requirements.
Prerequisite: English II, Honors English II, or American Studies
Graded: AP / IB / CCP Weight
Grade: 11-12
Time Frame: 2 Years
Credit: 1.00 – Year 1 / 1.00 – Year 2
IB Literature and Performance (SL) – 584 - Year 1/ 581 - Year 2
The literature and performance course will focus on the interaction between the literary skills of close reading and writing, and the aesthetic
elements of creating performance to express learning and meaning. In this exciting, creative process, text is viewed from different angles in a way
that goes beyond what is characteristic of literary, arts, or humanities studies as single disciplines. The course seeks to develop intellect, imagination
and creativity. It encourages intercultural awareness through a study of texts from more than one culture, and draws on theory and techniques of
social sciences to interpret and depict the human experience. This course is two years in length, in which students are required to complete all the
internal assessments and concludes with students completing the required IB Exam. This course includes required literature which demands
emotional and intellectual maturity of students. This course either fulfills the junior and senior level English graduation requirement.
Prerequisite: English II, Honors English II, or American Studies
Graded: AP / IB / CCP Weight
Grades: 11-12
Time Frame: 2 Years
Credit: 1.00 -Year 1 / 1.00 - Year 2
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