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FORMAT OF THE PROGRAM OF STUDIES BOOKLET
Course descriptions are grouped by departments. Each course description begins with the course title and is followed by a paragraph outlining the content of the course. Charts diagramming the curriculum will also be found. These charts show sequential groupings or recommended programs within a subject area and are from left to right as the student progresses through high school. All courses are equivalent to one unit of credit unless noted.
STEPS IN PROGRAM PLANNING
Each year with the help of their parents, teachers, and counselors, students plan their high school program for the year ahead. The steps in this process are outlined below:
Step 1: January – Students in grades 9-11 will meet with counselors during a class period to select courses for the 2008/09 school year.
Step 2: February/March – Students will meet individually with their counselor to plan for the next school year and discuss post graduation plans.
Step 3: April - Teacher recommendations for honors and advanced placement classes are given to counselors. These recommendations are based upon past achievement, test data, estimates of interest and motivation. The course recommended by the teacher and the student completing pre-course requirements will be used to plan a student's schedule.
Step 4: May – Course verification forms will be sent home to each student and parent. These forms list courses a student has requested for the following year. Parent and student signatures are required on the form. This form must be returned by the date assigned in the letter.
Step 5: The administration develops the master schedule based on student requests. In general, courses with fewer than 12 students will not be offered. Students who are enrolled in a course that will not be offered due to low enrollment will be notified and may then make alternative selections.
POLICY FOR PROGAM CHANGES
Throughout Program Planning, the school has stressed the importance of making wise and sound decisions regarding course selections. If choices are made wisely, there is little need for change. If any changes are necessary, they will be made only at the following times.
a.When verification forms are received in May
b.After final grades are reported in June (teachers may elect to change their recommendation)
Any course selection changes after July 1 must be processed through the Schedule Change Committee. Once school is in session, students will not be allowed to initiate course changes until the 9th week of the first quarter. Students will need to pick up the form to drop a course from the Counseling Center and follow the procedure listed. A request to drop a half year course can be done at 5 weeks; a request to drop a full year course can be done at 10 weeks. |