Scheduling 101!!! Everything you ever wanted to know about schedules, credits and courses at UMAHS

Scheduling Presentation Overview / Credits/Graduation Requirements / Recommendations for Core Course Levels / Progression of Courses / Typical 9th grade schedules / Four year course selection plan / Elective Course Selections / Questions / Credits/Graduation Requirements / Recommendations for Core Course Levels / Progression of Courses / Typical 9th grade schedules / Four year course selection plan / Elective Course Selections / Questions

What is a Credit? A student needs 23.5 credits to graduate. Of those, 16 come From required courses, and 7 from electives. / A full year course that meets 6x/ cycle = 1.0 Credit / A half year (semester) course that meets 6x/cycle =.5 credit / A half year course that meets 2x/cycle =.2 credit (2 x 1 semester A full year course that meets 4x/cycle = ? A student needs 23.5 credits to graduate. Of those, 16 come From required courses, and 7 from electives. / A full year course that meets 6x/ cycle = 1.0 Credit / A half year (semester) course that meets 6x/cycle =.5 credit / A half year course that meets 2x/cycle =.2 credit (2 x 1 semester A full year course that meets 4x/cycle = ?

Required Courses / English 4.0 Credits / Social Studies 3.5 credits / Math 3.0 Credits / Science3.0 Credits / Physical Education 1 Credit / Teenage Issues.5 Credit / Health.5 Credit / Computer.5 Credit TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS = 16 / English 4.0 Credits / Social Studies 3.5 credits / Math 3.0 Credits / Science3.0 Credits / Physical Education 1 Credit / Teenage Issues.5 Credit / Health.5 Credit / Computer.5 Credit TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS = 16

What is an Elective?? An elective is any course that is not required and That you choose to take, such as: / Art / Foreign Language / Business / Consumer Sciences Note that some electives may be taken only after Grade 9 (such as Tech School), and others are specific to grades 11 and 12. An elective is any course that is not required and That you choose to take, such as: / Art / Foreign Language / Business / Consumer Sciences Note that some electives may be taken only after Grade 9 (such as Tech School), and others are specific to grades 11 and 12.

Picking Electives Picking Electives / Students should review the listing of available elective course offerings listed on the backside of the course selection card. / In-depth descriptions of these courses are found in the High School Program of Studies. / Students should review the listing of available elective course offerings listed on the backside of the course selection card. / In-depth descriptions of these courses are found in the High School Program of Studies. Remember, these are only requests and not a guarantee that you will be placed in this class. Be sure to include “Alternate Selections” on your course selection card.

PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS / Ninth Grade Minimum Credits Earned = 5.0 / Tenth Grade Minimum Credits Earned = 11.0 / Eleventh Grade Minimum Credits Earned = 17.0 / Total Credits to Graduate = 23.5  Students will be placed in grade level homeroom according total credits earned prior to the start of the new school year. / Ninth Grade Minimum Credits Earned = 5.0 / Tenth Grade Minimum Credits Earned = 11.0 / Eleventh Grade Minimum Credits Earned = 17.0 / Total Credits to Graduate = 23.5  Students will be placed in grade level homeroom according total credits earned prior to the start of the new school year.

What is a Course Level? Major subjects like English, math, science and social studies are leveled, meaning students of like ability are grouped as follows: / Modified (co-taught) College Prep / College Prep / Honors/Advanced Placement A student may be in different levels for different courses and may move between levels each year. The level is determined by the teacher recommendations, you and your parent. If you have a concern about levels for grade 9, it is best to consult with your current teachers and/or counselor. Major subjects like English, math, science and social studies are leveled, meaning students of like ability are grouped as follows: / Modified (co-taught) College Prep / College Prep / Honors/Advanced Placement A student may be in different levels for different courses and may move between levels each year. The level is determined by the teacher recommendations, you and your parent. If you have a concern about levels for grade 9, it is best to consult with your current teachers and/or counselor.

Course Level Recommendations Ninth grade core course levels are determined by the current 8th grade teachers and are indicated on the course selection card. Levels will be indicated on the Course Selection Verification Sheet that students receive in late May or early June. Parents and students may either consult with their teacher and eighth grade counselor in June for reconsideration of the recommendation or proceed with an override letter if they wish to change the recommended level. See Page 8 Ninth grade core course levels are determined by the current 8th grade teachers and are indicated on the course selection card. Levels will be indicated on the Course Selection Verification Sheet that students receive in late May or early June. Parents and students may either consult with their teacher and eighth grade counselor in June for reconsideration of the recommendation or proceed with an override letter if they wish to change the recommended level. See Page 8

Scheduling Card Sample

Completing the Scheduling Card Completing the Scheduling Card Some Important Reminders:  Write in CORRECT course numbers and course level name  Select alternative choices for electives  Make sure to check for prerequisites before selecting a course  You and your parent should sign the card and include an address and daytime phone number  Contact us BEFORE school ends in June to make any adjustments Some Important Reminders:  Write in CORRECT course numbers and course level name  Select alternative choices for electives  Make sure to check for prerequisites before selecting a course  You and your parent should sign the card and include an address and daytime phone number  Contact us BEFORE school ends in June to make any adjustments

You Must Fill Up a Seven Period Day 1. English 2. Math 3. Social Studies 4. Science 5. P.E. (2x a cycle) 6. Digital Academy/Teen Issues 7. Elective 1. English 2. Math 3. Social Studies 4. Science 5. P.E. (2x a cycle) 6. Digital Academy/Teen Issues 7. Elective

Days/ Period Credits Scheduled 1Humantiies English 1 credit 6 periods 2Humanities World Cultures 1 credit 6 periods 3Math CP 1 credit 6 periods 4Science & Tech CP 1 credit 6 periods 5Choir/Band/ Orchestra or Study Hall 818A/B – PE Choir/Band/ Orchestra or Study Hall Choir/Band/ Orchestra or Study Hall 818A/B - PE Choir/Band/ Orchestra or Study Hall 1 credit 6 periods 6Foreign Language or Elective 1 credit 6 periods 7Teen IssuesDigital Academy Teen IssuesDigital Academy Teen Issues Digital Academy 1 credit 6 periods Totals 7 credits 42 periods. *Total credits scheduled must be between 6.0 and 7.0 credits. High School Scheduling Worksheet CP English & Math

Days/ Periods Credits Scheduled 1Humanites Honors 1 credit 6 periods 2Humanities Honors 1 credit 6 periods 3Algebra II or Geometry 1 credit 6 periods 4Hon Biology 1 credit 6 periods 5(Hon Bio Lab) 818A/B – PE Choir/Band/ Orchestra or Study Hall (Hon Bio Lab) 818A/B - PE Choir/Band/ Orchestra or Study Hall 1 credit 6 periods 6Foreign Language or Elective 1 credit 6 periods 7Teen IssuesDigital Academy Teen IssuesDigital Academy Teen Issues Digital Academy 1 credit 6 periods Totals 7 credits 42 periods. *Total credits scheduled must be between 6.0 and 7.0 credits. High School Scheduling Worksheet with Honors Biology

Days/ Periods Credits Scheduled 1Humanities 1 credit 6 periods 2Humanities 1 credit 6 periods 3Math 1 credit 6 periods 4Science 1 credit 6 periods 5818A/B – PE 819A/B– PE.2 Credit Elective (1) or Study Hall 818A/B - PE 819A/B - PE.2 Credit Elective (1) or Study Hall 1 credit 6 periods 6Foreign Language or Elective 1 credit 6 periods 7Teen IssuesDigital Academy Teen Issues Digital Academy Teen Issues Digital Academy 1 credit 6 periods Totals 7 credits See Pages for Tech School Info High School Scheduling Worksheet For Future Tech Student

Course Selection Reminders Course Cards  Student Signature  Parent Signature  Teacher initials for course levels  Do not forget to list alternatives for elective courses.  Must schedule 6.0 credits minimum and a maximum of 7.0 credits. Important Dates Scheduling Forum at the High School - Jan. 10 th- 6:30 PM (Parents) Grade Course Cards Due –January 18 to Mrs. Howell Course Verification Sheets Sent Home – early June Final Schedules Mailed Home - third week of August Important Dates Scheduling Forum at the High School - Jan. 10 th- 6:30 PM (Parents) Grade Course Cards Due –January 18 to Mrs. Howell Course Verification Sheets Sent Home – early June Final Schedules Mailed Home - third week of August

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