Welcome to Shorewood Class of 2021

What we will cover today General Shorewood information 2021 Graduation Requirements Registration information

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Earning High School Credit The school year is divided into 2 semesters Students take 6 classes per semester .5 credit is earned for each class passed 6.0 credits earned per year 24 credits are needed to graduate

Keep in Mind Graduating = credits! Need to pass Need to be there – attendance policy Get help when you need it Student input: attendance, keeping up in classes

Shoreline School District Graduation Credit Requirements English 4.0 Social Studies 3.0 Science 3.0 Mathematics 3.0 Fine, Visual or Performing Arts 2.0* Health .5 Physical Education 1.5 Occupational Education 1.0 World Language 2.0* Electives 4.0 Total: 24 ** 2 credits can be flexible and applied to personal pathways later in high school

Personalized Pathway Options Fine, Visual or Performing Arts 2.0* World Language 2.0* One credit may be substituted in these areas for a course that fits with the student’s Personalized Pathway Requirement

Additional Graduation Requirements State tests in: English, Math and Science Senior Project & High School and Beyond Plan Washington State History 40 hours of Community Service

Sample Transcript Semesters and credits; passing grades earn credits; all grades are permanent and shown on the transcript

High school and your future! Consider how classes impact your future options: 2-year college, 4-year college, military, career High GPA and academic rigor Choose exciting electives that connect to your future 4 years of core subjects (as a general rule) Activities and leadership

Frequently Asked Questions How do I contact my teachers at Shorewood? What if I am enrolled in a specialized program (IEP, ELL, etc.)? Can I apply middle school credits to high school? How do I fit it all in? How many honors classes should I take? Do I have summer homework and where do I find it?

Let’s hear from T-Birds! Top tips to succeed at Shorewood! What to do, what to avoid Plans for after Shorewood What do you wish you would’ve known when you were starting high school

Registration Time!

Refer To The Registration Guide Paper copy or Online Information about classes, grad requirements, SW policies, college information and more!

Example

Sample 9th grade schedule

Good To Know! Students are committed to their class selections. Teachers, counselors and family members are good resources for class suggestions. Think ahead about your four-year plan. Find your balance!

Due Date! Tues. March 21st

Questions?