1. Welcome to Shorewood Class of 2021

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

3. Get Involved! SW student input Clubs Sports Volunteer Leadership
Have fun!

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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

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

10. 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

11. 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?

12. 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

13. Registration Time!

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

15. Example

16. Sample 9th grade schedule

19. 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!

20. Due Date!
Tues. March 21st

21. Questions?