1. 9th Grade English & History *Mrs. Kelly will tell you which one to take*
Honors Freshman Composition &Literature (page 34) OR
Freshman Composition, Literature & Communication (page 38)
Foundations of World History (page 76)
1 semester
AP Human Geography (page 76)
- 1 year

2. Math (page 61) Next course in sequence
Algebra 1/Geometry (2 pd class)
Geometry
Algebra 2
Pre Calculus
Math Seminar for Geometry and Algebra 2
Require Signature from current Math teacher!

3. Science (Page 73) Biology (if currently in 8th gr Science) or
Chemistry (if currently in Biology)

4. PE (page 69)
All 9th graders take 1 year of PE (Foundations of Fitness & Sport)
10th - 12th graders have 3 options
PE Elective class
School JV or Varsity Sport for Credit
Must clock hours, pay a fee and take a test
Community based Sport for Credit

5. World Language (Page 91) What level is right for you? College Pathway:
Retake level 1 or 2?
Require current teacher signature
College Pathway:
2 years required, 3-4 recommended
Competency Test
Receive World Language credit
Register online and pay the school accountant

6. Electives See elective course offering handout on back of sheet
Descriptions are in the online Course Catalog on BSD homepage
Any questions on specific classes?

7. Middle School Grades Must request grades to HS transcript
Usually done in 11th grade.
Once added to transcript, cannot remove
MS classes that count for HS credit
World Language (1A & 1B are .5 credit ea)
Biology
Algebra 1
Geometry

8. Planning and Balance to Achieve your goals!
Colleges want to see Rigor and Balance
What does Balance mean?
Budget time – homework/friends/work/rest/hobbies
Pursue passion area (elective or club)
**Strong Start! - 9th grade grades matter**

9. Online Course Selection
You must choose your courses using the online course selection system by
Wednesday, March 8th
and
Turn in your completed Course Selection Form & BSD Enrollment Form to your LA teacher by March 9th. to

10. Online Course Selection Reminders
Select 7.0 regular credits and at least 2.0 alternate credits
Alternate selection is not prioritized.
When you are complete, click Turn In.
Complete your online selections by Wednesday, March 8th
We will pick up your forms in English classes on March 9th
Course Catalog at bsd405.org

11. Summary Due Date: What to bring? Course Selection form signed by…
Online registration due Wednesday, March 8th
Tyee forms due Thursday, March 9th
What to bring?
Course Selection form signed by…
Parent
Math Teacher
World Language Teacher
Parent Night – Tuesday, Feb 28th 6:30pm

12. Questions?? Please consult with your Middle School counselor.
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We look forward to working with you next year!!
Laura Klein (A - Cl)
Heather Erickson (Co – Hs)
Diane Lindsay (Hu - Li)
Karen LaLonde (Lia - Pa)
Karen Schulz (Pe - Te)
John VanderMolen (Th - Z)