Curriculum Fair Class of 2019 Lake Norman High School

Lake Norman Counselors Students with last names… A- Ee: Ms. Karen Lehew Ef- La: Ms. Brandi Agner Le- Rice: Ms. Laura Jo Harris Rich- Z: Ms. Carrie Webb Mr. Eric Babbitt: 9 th Grade Administrator

Lake Norman High School REGISTRATION

Graduation Requirements  English- 4 credits (+Graduation Project)  Mathematics- 4 credits  Science- 3 credits  Social Studies- 4 credits  World Languages (not required for HS Graduation but 2 credit min. for UNC system college admission)  Heath and PE- 1 credit  Clusters Total 28 credits

Registration Card  This card will be used as a guide for you to use prior to and during online registration.  Please return your completed registration cards to your middle school. ***Students who do not meet the deadline will be assigned electives and alternates by LNHS*** Why is this card important if we’re actually registering online?

Frequently Asked Questions Course descriptions can be located in the Curriculum Guide link located at the top of the ISS website. It is recommended that students planning on taking AP World History as a 10th grader should take Civics/Economics Honors. Teacher recommendation is encouraged. Marching Band is a 5 th period. LNHS operates on a 4X4 Block Schedule. Students complete 4, 90 minute classes in the fall semester and an additional 4 in the spring.

Math FAQs Students in regular 8 th grade math will be placed in a year-long Math (Math Foundations & Math I). Students in Advanced Math I are recommended to take Math I (Fall). Students in Math I in 8 th grade will be recommended for either Math II Academic or Honors (semester long only).

Registering for Classes ALL students will register ONLINE using PowerScheduler (a function within PowerSchool) Once the registration window opens (March 9), students and parents will be able to make course selections. Selections can be made through the “Class Registration” link on the left side of the student PowerSchool home screen. Rising freshmen will be asked to select 1 (or 2) classes within each core area. PE will already be selected. Additional electives AND 4 alternates will also need to be selected.

What if I need help? This is the first year we will be using PowerScheduler to register students for classes! Counselors will be available (by appointment) March 4, 5, & 6 to meet with parents. Please use the “REGISTRATION” link on the homepage to access registration materials. Your teachers and counselors at your middle school will be best able to help you select your courses for 9 th grade!

Summer Camp Information  Summer camp : Allows you to meet other incoming 9 th graders Find your way around LNHS Meet new teachers Engage in activities to prepare you for high school Be the first students to receive your schedule - even before Seniors!  Summer Camp: August 11, 12, & 13 Students will be INVITED to attend on ONE of these days! Letters will be mailed sometime after Spring Break.

Town Hall Meeting Surviving Today’s Tough Teen Issues: Developmental Norm and/or Deviant Storm? With Geoff Sidoli, Clinical Director at the Barium Springs Treatment Center Where? Lake Norman High School When? Tuesday March 24 from 6:00- 7:30 What? Topics to be discussed include the adolescent brain, substance abuse, depression and anxiety, and talking to your children about these issues This is a FREE event!

Closing WELCOME TO THE WILDCAT FAMILY! Representatives from all departments are located throughout the first floor to answer questions and give guidance on course selections. Counselors are available outside the Guidance Office to provide assistance and answer any questions you may have. THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING!