H I G H S C H O O L R E G I S T R A T I O N F O R 2017-2018 S C H O O L YEAR 1
8 TH GRADE LESSONS 11/8 Lesson 1- Career Interest Survey and Freshmen Website 12/8 Lesson 2- Registration Process and Card **Return card with all signatures to Mr. Strauss, and enroll on PowerSchool by 12/13.** 12/16 Lesson 3- Registration On-Line with HS Counselors
Future Freshmen Website www.dvusd.org ; Parents & Students; Future Freshmen http://www.dvusd.org/domain/5463
GRADUATION CREDITS 22 Credits to Graduate If a student does not pass a semester class it must be made up! EVERY CLASS COUNTS! Students earn 0.5 credit for each passed class each semester (1 credit per year per class): English Lang. Arts 1 =.5 cr English Lang. Arts 2 =.5 cr 4
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS HIGH SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS 4 cr English Language Arts 4 cr Math 3 cr Science 3 cr Soc.Studies 1 cr Fine Arts /CTE 1 cr PE/Health 6 cr electives TOTAL CREDITS NEEDED TO GRADUATE? 4 cr English Language Arts 4 cr Math 3 cr Science 3 cr Soc Studies 1 cr Fine Arts 2 cr World Language 5 cr Electives 22 5
9 TH GRADE SCHEDULE BCHS- Language Arts Math Science Health & PE Elective 1 Elective 2 2 Alternate Electives BGHS- Foreign Language 1-2 Elective 1 World History (IB Prep Only)
BE A SUCCESS IN YOUR HONORS CLASS! Language Arts Score of 90% or better on a writing sample Proficient reader of classic literature Grade of 90% or better in 8th grade L.A. class or 80% or better in honors 8 th grade L.A. SRI 1150 or above Summer Reading
BE A SUCCESS IN YOUR HONORS CLASS! Mathematics Algebra 1-2 Honors 90% or better in 8th grade math Geometry Honors 80% or better in Algebra 1-2 Honors
BE A SUCCESS IN YOUR HONORS CLASS! Science (Biology) 90% or higher in 8th grade science course Must be a proficient reader of technical materials SRI 1150 or above
SPANISH AND FRENCH 1-2 OR HONORS Spanish or French 1-2: An introduction to the Spanish or French Language and culture. Students learn vocabulary and basic language structures through conversation and written expression. Spanish or French 1-2 Honors: This advanced level emphasizes the language and culture utilizing techniques from the AP curriculum. Students will engage in rigorous academic activities to prepare them for Spanish or French 3-4 and 5-6 Honors, as well as AP Spanish or French. These classes require summer reading. SRI 1150 or above. BCHS- American Sign Language 1-2 is now being offered.
CTE Program Video CAREER/TECHNICAL OPPORTUNITIES All DVUSD High School Students also belong to a district called West-Mec. West-Mec provides extraordinary opportunities off campus to provide BOTH high school credit and real life work experience and job training. When you start your high school career, talk to you high school counselor about the following classes: Aesthetician Auto Collision Auto Technology Aviation Avionics Climate Control Tech Cosmetology Coding EMT Fire Science General Construction Tech Medical Assisting Medical Information Systems Medium Heavy Diesel Tech Pharmacy Tech CNC Precision Manufacturing Veterinary Sciences Welding Technology 11
GREEN REGISTRATION CARD
2016-2017 Electronic Course Request Process Instructions Log onto Powerschools at: https://ps.dvusd.org Sign in using your Powerschool username and password Select the class registration icon in the navigation bar on the left Select your course requests (this area could look different depending on the school you attend) Click on the pencil icon to select your course for each subject area. Follow the directions of each course group. All red! must be gone before you can select the Submit button to finish the process. Video Tutorial: https://vimeo.com/110188954 Note: 3 credit hours are required for Semester 1, you will earn another 3 for Semester 2. Credit hours are based on Semester 1 only at this time.
I understand the ONLY valid reasons for a schedule change are: 1. Computer Error 2. Changes needed to satisfy graduation requirements 3. Changes required by health 4. Completion of health and fitness center through eschool over the summer. 14
BOULDER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL FIRST TIME FRESHMEN PARENTS 11/17/2016 6:30-7:45 P.M. AUDITORIUM Wednesday, November 9, 2016 6:00pm Presentation in the Auditorium 6:15-7:30pm Campus Open House and Presentations for IB, MYP, Honors, and Early College 15
NEXT STEP AT HOME Attend Freshmen Night at the high school(s). Be sure to open enroll, if your child is attending a school that is not their home high school. Check out the Future Freshmen website for information. Sign and return the Green Registration Card by 12/13. Electronic Registration on Power Schools by 12/13.
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