GPA & Class Rank

Weight will be added to GPA point values and class rank by multiplying a consistent percentage to Level II and Level III courses. Those values will then be added up and divided by the total number of credits completed.

Weighted Courses that Affect Class Rank:

• Honors

• Dual Enrollment
• AP Courses
• CHS 

Honors

Honors: Classes designated as “honors” are taught with an added level of academic rigor and depth. Students who take honors level classes are expected to produce a high standard of academic work and demonstrate proven organizational and critical thinking skills. Honors classes typically involve extensive reading assignments and a strong emphasis on writing. Departmental recommendation is required to be considered for honors level coursework.

Dual Enrollment

Dual Enrollment refers to a program supported by the state to allow students to take college level coursework while still in high school. Courses designated as “dual enrollment” allow students to receive high school elective credit and college-level credit at the same time. Coursework may be completed in the following disciplines: English, reading, language arts, mathematics, science, foreign languages, civics and government, economics, arts history, and geography. Students receive one (1) CVHS credit for each three-credit (or more) successfully completed dual enrollment course. Dual enrollment agreements are established in collaboration with colleges and universities. 

More information, including the criteria for eligibility for dual enrollment courses, can be found here. 

Advanced Placement

Advanced Placement (AP) courses are available to students who wish to pursue a rigorous curriculum and potentially earn college credit. AP coursework is aligned with the curriculum set by the College Board’s Advanced Placement Program. At CVHS, the AP courses meet for the entire year or one semester, and each course culminates with a subject-specific test given in the first weeks of May. While there is no cost to enroll in AP courses, there is a fee to take the AP test. By scoring well on an AP test, a student may earn college credit or bypass college requirements; however, individual colleges and universities vary on whether to accept and/or what AP score will earn credit. Successful students are encouraged to take the AP test, but the test is not mandatory for completion of the course for high school credit. Further information may be obtained from the Counseling Office or online at http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/ap/about.html.

College in the High School (CHS) Offerings*

College in the High School (CHS) is an opportunity for Conestoga Valley High School students to experience college-level coursework within the framework of existing CHS curriculum. CHS courses are taught by qualified high school faculty members at Conestoga Valley High School and are approved by participating institutions of higher education. 

Interested students should speak with their school counselor or subject area teacher. 

*The eligibility requirements for CHS coursework are as follows: (1) Students must be recommended by a teacher in the applicable department ; (2) Students must have the approval of high school administration. Other specific program criteria may apply.

Offerings for CHS are available in the following departments:

English Department

Conestoga Valley High School has agreements with Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) and University of Pittsburgh to offer courses in English. Students are enrolled as HACC or University of Pittsburgh students and take the CHS course at a reduced tuition rate. Students may incur additional costs each year for items such as textbooks and/or lab equipment. 

Music Department

Conestoga Valley High School has an agreement with University of Pittsburgh to offer courses in electronic music. Students enrolled as University of Pittsburgh students take the CHS course at a reduced tuition rate. Students may incur additional costs each year for items such as textbooks and/or lab equipment. 

Postsecondary Preparation

Conestoga Valley High School has an agreement with University of Pittsburgh to offer courses in career preparation and life after high school.  Students enrolled as University of Pittsburgh students take the CHS course at a reduced tuition rate.