Welcome Del Norte Nighthawks Class of 2021!

Welcome Del Norte Nighthawks Class of 2021!

Del Norte High School Counseling Department Counselors Mrs. Kihneman: A-Ed Mr. Roty: Ee-La Mr. Eveleth: Lb-Ra Mrs. Marron: Rb-Z Mrs. Marcotte, Intervention Mrs. Johnson, Intern Guidance Technician Ms. Robinson Mrs. Sutherland Mrs. Shetter

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High School Graduation Requirements A minimum of 230 credits in the following subject areas English: 40 credits Social Science: 30 credits World History, US History, Civics/Econ Science: 20 credits One year life science + one year physical science Mathematics: 20 credits Integrated Math 1a-1b & 2a-2b PE & Health: 20 PE/5 Health credits (ENS 1-2-3 + 2 trimesters additional PE) Fine Art or Foreign Lang: 5 credits Fine Art: 5 credits Electives: 85 credits

High School vs. Four-year College HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION UC/CSU A-G REQUIREMENTS Social Science: 30 credits, World History, US History, Civics/Economics English: 40 credits Mathematics: 20 credits, Integrated Math 1a-1b, 2a-2b Science: 20 credits, One year life science + one year physical science Fine Art or Foreign Lang: 5 credits Fine Art: 5 credits PE, Health, A Social Science 2 years, World History & US History B English 4 years C Mathematics 3 years (recommend 4+) including Integrated Math 1a-1b, 2a-2b, 3a-3b D Lab Science 2 years (recommend 3+) one year life science & one year physical science E Foreign Language 2 years same language (recommend 3+) F Visual & Performing Art 1 year (two trimesters) of same class G College-Prep Elective 1 year Passing grade is D or better Grades must be C s or better

Sample 9 th Grade Schedule at Traditional High School Period Semester 1 Semester 2 1 HS English 1 HS English 2 2 Integrated Math 1a Integrated Math 1b 3 Freshman PE 1 Freshman PE 2 4 Health Ceramics 1 5 Spanish 1 Spanish 2 6 Biology 1 Biology 2 5 credits per passing class semester X 12 class semesters = 60 possible credits

Trimester vs. Traditional Semester Trimester allows flexibility 4 or 5 classes/trimester 4 classes + off-roll period (all 4 years) Equals same course load as traditional semester Can still fit in all HS graduation & college requirements 5 classes/trimester Extra/heavier academic load Opportunity to explore or fit in-depth area of interest Great for athletes to take off roll Band, ASB, Yearbook, etc. fit well as 5 th class

Off Roll What is it? Off Roll is a time in the student s day when they are not enrolled in a class. Students who are passing their courses can choose up to one off roll period per trimester. 1 st Period Off Roll = Any 9 th Grade Student 5 th Period Off Roll = 9 th Grade Students who earn a 3.0 GPA or above in their previous grading period

Sample 9 th Grade Schedule at Del Norte Period Trimester 1 Trimester 2 Trimester 3 1 HS English 1 Off-roll or elective Off-roll or elective 2 Integrated Math 1a Biology 2 Integrated Math 2a 3 ENS 1 Integrated Math 1b ENS 3 4 Spanish 1/Chinese1 or other elective ENS 2 Spanish 3/Chinese 3 or other elective 5 Biology 1 Spanish 2/Chinese2 or other elective HS English 2

Sample 9 th Grade Schedule at Del Norte (Band, Orchestra or other yearlong elective class) Period Trimester 1 Trimester 2 Trimester 3 1 Honors English 1 Biology 1 Honors English 2 2 Integrated Math 2A Spanish 4 Trigonometry 3 ENS 1 ENS 2 Biology 2 4 Concert Band or Orchestra Concert Band or Orchestra Concert Band or Orchestra 5 Spanish 3 Integrated Math 2B ENS 3

A History/Social Science

B English

C Mathematics

D Laboratory Science

E Language Other Than English

Electives DNHS Course Offerings are listed on front and back side of CRF form World Languages Fine Art Electives Electives Off-Roll

Physical Education Select one of the following: ENS 1-2-3 Marching PE and ENS 2-1 Marching PE Tall Flags and ENS 2-1

Step #1: Read all instructions Step #2: Select classes and check boxes Step #3: Enter number of classes

Important! Total number of classes (including any off roll) must total 15 Step #4: Required signatures & Contact information

Example of CRF Front Teacher initials next to course selections.

Example of CRF Back Be sure to list alternative selections for electives Total classes = 15!

Online Registration https://myplan.powayusd.com

Online Registration https://myplan.powayusd.com Use student Novell Login

Online Registration https://myplan.powayusd.com

Online Registration https://myplan.powayusd.com HAVE YOUR COMPLETED CRF & INSTRUCTION SHEET WITH YOU TO ENTER COURSES ONLINE. BE SURE TO ENTER COURSE NUMBERS FROM YOUR CRF TOTAL OF 15 CLASSES, INCLUDING OFF ROLL PLEASE SELECT ALTERNATE ELECTIVES!!

Course Request Instructions DEADLINE: After completing Steps 1 & 2: Turn in CRF to your teacher on or before: March 31 st Must include: CRF form with required signatures A print screen copy of your online course selection

Resources & tools to help with selection process Handouts you are taking home today http://delnortenighthawks.com, Counseling website, Course Request Incoming 9 th tab Forms, handouts Course Catalog Important Dates/Times

Include PUSD Graduation Requirement & College Prep classes when choosing courses

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Strategies for School Success Come to school everyday and on time Use a planner in class & at home. Do all assignments & study for tests Tutorial: Mon/Wed/Thurs 3:02 3:32 p.m. Ask teachers for extra help Work on group project or form a study group Check Synergy/My Plan at least weekly Communicate with teachers Get involved join clubs, sports, attend events Challenge yourself but don t take too heavy of a load and be careful not to over-commit Take care of yourself; eat right & get enough sleep See your school counselor

Seeing your Counselor Grades slipping, need extra help Course load, course choices Having difficulty in or out of school Questions on high school or college requirements College searches & application process Career exploration Need someone to talk to

Important Dates Night at the Museum Tuesday, February 28 th 6:00-7:30 pm Del Norte High School 8th Grade Information Night Tuesday, March 14 th 5:00 7:20 pm Del Norte High School 8th Grade CRF Parent Q&A Drop-In March 20 th and 22 nd 2:00 4:30 pm DNHS Staff Lounge Please drop-in if you have additional CRF questions CRF forms due Friday, March 31 st

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