Stillwater Area High SchoolRegistration 2017-2018

School Year

January 23, 2017 – January 31, 2017

Essential Question: What courses will prepare me for the future I want?

Learning Targets: ● I can plan my course needs for 2017-18 and

beyond.● I know what credits I need to stay on course for

high school graduation as well as college and career.

● I can complete the required registration process for 2017-18.

Registration Timeline

January 23: 5th hour - Registration outline & Course Registration Handbook distribution

January 23-29: All students enter 12 course requests and 5 course alternates into their student Skyward account

January 30: Class of 2018 meet with counselors by Pony Center during US History to finalize/review registration

January 31: Class of 2019 meet with counselors by Pony Center during World History to finalize/review registration

January 31: FINAL DEADLINE/SKYWARD CLOSES

SAHS Graduation Credits(Earned in Grades 9-12)

• Language Arts 8• Social Studies 8• Math* 6• Science* 6• Physical Education 1• Health 1• Art 2• Elective 11

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Language Arts/English11th grade:• English 11A &B• AP Language & Comp A & B • Newspaper A& B12th grade:● English 12A & B● Journalism A & B● AP Literature & Comp A & B

Social Studies11th grade:• U.S. History A & B• AP U.S. History A & B12th grade:● U.S. Government (1cr) & Econonmics (1cr) OR AP Microeconomics (1cr)● AP Government (with Econ included) (2 cr)

Math • Geometry• Algebra 2 Concepts • Algebra 2• Algebra 3• Precalculus• AP Calculus AB or BC• AP Statistics

Science

Physical Science (2cr): Physical Science or STEM Physical Science

Biology (2cr): Biology or AP Biology

Chemistry/Physics (2cr):• Food Science • Chemistry• Conceptual Physics• Physics • AP Accelerated Chemistry & Physics I & II - 2 year commitment • PLTW Principles of Engineering

Health/Physical Education •1 credit of Physical Education

•1 credit of Health

○ On-line Health and PE offered by SAHS Additional information can be found at:

http://www.stillwater.k12.mn.us.org/our-staff/ellie-berg

Art2 credits of Art required for graduation

“Art” includes Visual Arts, Music, Theater, Floral Design, Video Production, PLTW Intro to Engineering, ICS/ICE taken in grades 9-12

11 Elective Credits(available across the curriculum)

● Physical Education● Project Lead the Way● Science● Social Studies● World Language● Special Services● NE Metro 916 (seniors)● PSEO

● Agriscience● Art● Business/Marketing● Computer Science● Industrial Technology● Language Arts● Math● Music

World Language (elective)• World Language credits are not required for high

school graduation, HOWEVER, they are often required for admission to college.

• College admission requirements vary…see online registration guide for recommended guidelines and consult colleges directly for specific requirements.

Northeast Metro 916 Courses (elective)Seniors Only

Career & Tech Ed courses on Century College campusApplication Form needed

See your counselor for detailsInformational meeting Jan. 26 during 4th hour - sign up in College

and Career Center*Course info: http://916careertech.org

Video: https://nemetro916.wistia.com/medias/a9wfdog8pd

PSEOPost-Secondary Enrollment Options

• PSEO Info Meeting: February 23, 2017 in SAHS Main Forum Room at 6:00pm

• Must demonstrate ability through GPA and/or test scores

• Students may be full or part-time• Register for 12 credits at SAHS & then work with

Counselor to adjust your schedule/courses when you are accepted to PSEO.

Registration OverviewKeep in mind:• Graduation requirements • Balance: school, activities, family & friends, sleep• Focus on classes with appropriate level of rigor -

AP/Honors vs. Regular• Potential college credit through AP, Tech Prep, College

in the Schools, PLTW, PSEO• Explore interests - elective course work, clubs, activities,

sports, community involvement• Post-secondary plans - what is your goal?

NCAA InformationTo be certified by the Clearinghouse for

Division I and II participationAthletes apply online after junior year

www.eligibilitycenter.org

Informed Planning - Use Your Resources!

• Teachers• Counselor• Case Manager• Families

Current Teachers

• Assist in choosing classes with appropriate level of rigor - AP/Honors vs. Regular

• Offer opinions and insight into class options within department

• Post-secondary planning

● Graduation Credits● Post-secondary planning/college admission● NCAA eligibility (Division I or II)● Balance - classes, extra curricular activities,

work, sleep, social life

Kate Nelson (A-C) Kristina King (Lb-O)Becky Hopper (D-Ha) Liz Nelson (P-Sn)Sandra Weaver (Hb-La) Dan Ralston (So-Z)

Counselors

Families & Friends

● Discuss Balance - class rigor, extra curricular activities, work, sleep, social life, college readiness, post-secondary goals

● Enter course requests into Skyward with parents to show the courses you are considering for 2017-2018

Should I take Advanced Placement (AP) Courses?

• Willing to work hard and commit time to daily homework: reading, note-taking, writing

• Strong reading comprehension and vocabulary…reading is fast and extensive

• Organization and time management skills• Independent, higher level thinking,

comprehension, writing, and participation

Registration Materials

• SAHS Course Registration Handout• SAHS website:

○ Registration Guide - course descriptions○ Registration instructions○ Credit check sheets

• MCIS: Refer to/update your 6-year course plan in MCIS and make updates where necessary

SAHS Course Registration Handout: page 1

Graduation Course RequirementsCourse Builder

Directions for Registering on SkywardImportant Dates

SAHS Course Registration Handout: page 2-7

Course #'sCourse NameGrade LevelPrerequisite

Semester Credits

SAHS Course Registration Handout: page 8

Minimum Recommendations for College PrepPSEO

Northeast Metro 916 APCIS

Homework: Register ONLINE in SKYWARD

SKYWARD Registration Instructions• Step by step directions on SAHS website

• Request 12 credits consisting of required and elective courses

• Select 5 alternates

• Verify your requests for accuracy!

Finalizing Registration

Register in YOUR Skyward student account (not parent account) by January 29:

○ 12 credits ○ 5 alternates

Class of 2018 Counselor meeting: January 30 (US History)Class of 2019 Counselor meeting: January 31 (World History)Red Pony Center (A-Ha) Location: Main Forum RoomWhite Pony Center (Hb-O) Location: ***Black Pony Center (P-Z) Location: Auditorium

All students meet with Counselors during Social Studies to verify registration/ask final questions. Computers will be available.

Essential Question: What courses will prepare me for the future I want?

Learning Targets: ● I can plan my course needs for 2017-18 and

beyond.● I know what credits I need to stay on course for

high school graduation as well as college and career.

● I can complete the required registration process for 2017-18.