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1 Registration th Grade Welcome to High School LYONS HIGH SCHOOL *This power point is posted on our school website. You & your parents can access it if you need to.

2 Lyons High School Vision Lyons High School will have a welcoming environment where students can experience academic success and prepare for post secondary education, the world of work and life s challenges

3 9 th Grade Registration Packet Course Selection Form- Grade 9 Grade 9: Registration Checklist Blank Credit Review Course Description Book

4 High School Schedule 2 Semesters (no longer 4 quarters ) 8 classes = a full day schedule *However, 7 classes fine for 9 th grade and some may view this as preferable for transitioning into the High School Experience. 7-8 Classes each semester 9 th grade year. Classes are 45 minutes in length Mon., Tues., Wed. Classes are 90 minutes in length Thurs (1,3,5,7), & Friday (2,4,6,8) Each class is worth.5 credits per semester.

5 This Power point presentation will go in order of the items on your checklist, reference your checklist as you go through the registration process.

6 Course Description Book The Course Description Book provides information you need to make informed registration decisions. Look through the book to find pertinent details and to seek answers to your questions.

7 Details of a Course Course Name Indicates greater academic challenge, faster pace & greater depth of study Grade level of students who may take this course Register for both semesters to complete the course and earn 1.0 credit English 10 Honors grade 10 prerequisite fall/spring English 9 (Requires teacher recommendation) Summer reading is a mandatory part of this class. The course covers the strands of English (Oral Communication, Writing, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Research and Information management) with an intensity that the standard English 10 does not offer. Students will be expected to cover more material, experience and react to each unit with the depth and detail that are required in an advanced course. Course(s) you must have passed, &/or recommendations you need to be able to take this course What you can expect to learn in the course

8 St. Vrain Valley School District Graduation Requirements 4.0 English 3.0 Math 3.0 Science 3.0 Social Studies 2.0 PE.5 Health.5 Practical arts (Example: Technology).5 Fine arts (Example: Art, Music) 8.0 Electives 24.5 Total Credits

9 Graduation Requirements /CCHE Comparison St. Vrain Valley School District Graduation Requirements Colorado Commission on Higher Education (CCHE) College Admission Requirements Total Credits 24.5 credits Credits Language Arts 4.0 credits 4.0 English Math 3.0 credits 4.0 Math (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II or equivalents) Science 3.0 credits 3.0 Natural/Physical Science (2.0 credits must be lab based) Social Studies 3.0 credits 3.0 Social Studies (at least 1.0 credit either US or World History) Electives 11.5 credits Must include: 2.0 PE,.5 Health,.5 Practical Arts,.5 Fine Arts & additional 8.0 electives World language course must be in the same language Look up specific college admissions on their website 2.0 Academic Electives: Technology, art, music, journalism etc. Also acceptable are honors and/or advanced placement courses.

10 Credit Check/ Review: This is a record keeping document to monitor your progress towards meeting district graduation credit requirements

11 9 th grade Academic Plan English 1.0 credits = 2 Semesters English 9 or Honors English 9 Social Studies 1.0 credits = 2 Semesters World Geography Math 1.0 credits = 2 Semesters Algebra 1 or Geometry Science 1.0 credits= 2 Semesters Earth Systems or Honors Biology Health.5 credit= 1 Semester Elective Choices: World Language PE Fine Arts: Music, Drama, Art Practical Arts: Technology, Personal Finance, CDC (grades 10+)

12 Sample Schedule Freshman Year Semester 1 Semester 2 1 Algebra I 5 Band or Choir 1 Algebra I 5 Band or Choir 2 Health 6 Earth Systems 2 Art 6 Earth Systems 3 English 9 7 World Geography 3 English 9 7 World Geography 4 Foreign Language 8 Open 4 Foreign Language 8 Open

13 You may create a draft four year plan using sample in the course description book.

14 Course Selection Form

15 Recommendations / Tryouts Courses listed on the course selection form with no lines are based on teacher recommendation/ pre-requisites. Each student s sheet is personalized and approved courses are highlighted for you. If you have questions about the core course teacher recommendation: 1. Check the course description book for pre-requisites 2. Follow up with your current teacher in that content area (revisited in May) *8 th graders taking Algebra 1, determination of HS math placement (Algebra 1 or Geometry) is based on district criteria including scoring minimum 80% on district Algebra test. There are no retakes so be sure to do your best. This criteria requires data through the end of the school year/summer. Students will be placed in HS math course according to this criteria. Auditions for Jazz Band and Select Choir are coming up. Students selected for these programs will have this automatically entered into their course requests

9 th Grade Math I do not have a Math Course identified on my course selection form? Students taking Algebra 1 in 8 th grade will either be taking Algebra 1 OR Geometry in 9 th grade.

16 9 th Grade Math I do not have a Math Course identified on my course selection form? Students taking Algebra 1 in 8 th grade will either be taking Algebra 1 OR Geometry in 9 th grade. Determination of HS math placement (Algebra 1 or Geometry) is based on district criteria. This criteria requires data through the end of the school year, scoring a minimum or 80% on district Algebra exam. Students will be placed in HS math course according to this criteria. Some students/ parents have concerns about a student not proceeding to Geometry. Solid Algebraic skills are a necessity for success in HS math (they will have Algebra 2 ahead of them). Once in HS we have not had students regret getting a solid Algebra foundation. However, students without that foundation have voiced regrets in pushing forward when facing Intermediate Algebra, Algebra 2, Trig and Calculus as they face a much more difficult journey.

17 Completing the Course Selection Form Core Course Selections: Have been highlighted on your registration sheet based on pre-requisite/ teacher recommendations. Do not highlight your own as these on your own as they have been pre-loaded in our computer system. Elective Course Selections: Pick 10 electives # your picks 1= most wanted through 10= least desired 1.0 credit course counts for two # s (Spanish 1= 1,2 ).5 course counts for one # (Iron Works = 1 ) * Talk to your student about this as it was explained at their registration session.

18 SVVSD Policy for PE Waiver Class of (Your older siblings are under a different policy) What does WAIVED mean? This changes the type of course required. If you meet the criteria up to 1.0 credits of PE could be waived. In that case you would only have to take 1.0 of PE courses (rather than 2.0) You still have to complete 24.5 credits to graduate. PE Waiver Conditions Student must take 7-8 classes per semester throughout their HS career. Waive.5 credit by completing one of the following: ***One SVVSD athletic program at the HS level. OR ***72 hrs during 18 wk period of an appropriate, preapproved, structured, supervised physical activity outside of the school district. Student needs to get waiver paperwork at the start of the semester. Paperwork includes: Contract for coach/ supervisor to sign, log to document hours of participation. Get paperwork counseling office next year, at start of the semester you are doing the waiver.

Deadline Thursday, February 11, 2016. Turn in your.

19 Deadline Thursday, February 11, Turn in your.. Completed & signed (top right on form) Course Selection Form Give this to your English Teachers and they will keep it until the next step (in the computer lab). Questions??? *Look for answers in the Course Description Book *Talk to a teacher or counselor

20 High School Keys to Success Pass your classes the first time (plan on summer school if you do not pass a core class this costs a lot of $ & time) Read and write frequently Practice your math skills Communicate with teachers consistently Develop good study habits & time management skills Get involved in the school community

21 CALENDAR OF FRESHMAN YEAR August Check in on assigned day. Attend schedule change time if necessary. Check for activities and clubs you would be interested in joining. September Be organized, get a good start with your academic responsibilities, communicate with teachers for help if needed, get involved in HS activities and clubs. October PSAT optional Sept. - June Discuss with teachers, parents, and counselors concerns about grades, academic achievement, and preparation for post-high school goals. Students are encouraged to take a rigorous course load. Parents and students are encouraged to attend Back-to-School night and parent-teacher conferences. Jan/Feb. Read and review course offerings in the Course Description and Registration Guide. Discuss questions and concerns with parents, teachers and/or counselor. Keep your post-high school goals in mind as you choose courses. Complete registration for your sophomore year. Review your 4 year plan in course description book. March/ April Participate in state testing. This helps you know areas of strength and areas to keep working on to keep moving forward towards post HS goals (college & career). It also lets teachers know the areas they can focus and help you with. Summer Volunteer and/or get a job to build your skills, resume and save for college.

Welcome Parents! Class of 2021

Welcome Parents! Class of 2021 How to prepare for CHS! Finish strong!! 4 th quarter determines fall eligibility. Good habits now mean a successful start next year. Tour of CHS Volunteers from the class