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Future

Sundevils!

Class of 2022

High School Trimester vs.

Middle School Trimester

MCHS

Trimester 5 credits

MCHS

Trimester 5 credits

MCHS

Trimester 5 credits

2 trimesters = 1 year’s

worth of coursework

1 year

1 tri = ½

a year

Middle School

Trimester

Middle School

Trimester

Middle School

Trimester

August June

August June

High School Trimester vs.

Middle School Trimester

MCHS

Biology 2

MCHS

Biology 1

MCHS

Draw/Paint 1

2 trimesters = 1 year’s

worth of coursework

1 year

1 tri = ½

a year

MS

Science 2

MS

Science 1

MS

Science 3

August June

August June

Sample 9th Grade Schedule

Trimester 1 Trimester 2 Trimester 3

Hon. English 1 Off Roll 1st Hon. English 2

Integrated Math 1a

Integrated Math 1b

Integrated Math 2a

French 1 Draw/Paint 1 French 2

Freshman PE Biology 1 Biology 2

Off Roll 5th Freshman PE Freshman PE

Facts about MCHS Trimester System • Two Trimesters = 1 year’s worth of coursework • Students take 4 or 5 classes a day • 70 min. class periods • 3 trimesters per year –Each tri 12 weeks long • Classes & teachers may change each trimester

What this means for you: • More room for electives! More academic electives make

you a more competitive applicant for college! • Flexibility in schedule! • Freshmen can have “Off Roll” 1st or 5th period.

MCHS Core Course Experiences

Subject Requirements Each box = 1 Trimester

(5 credits per class, per trimester)

A. World History- 10th grade 2 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

A. US History- 11th grade 2 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

A. Civics/Economics- 12th grade 2 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

B. English- 8 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

C. Math- 6 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

D. Biological Science- 2 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

D. Physical Science- 2 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

E. Language other than English- 4 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

F. Visual and Performing Arts- 2 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

G. College Elective- 2 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

Physical Education- 4 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

Health Science- 1 trimester 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

Students must also earn a total of 230 Credits (85 elective) We encourage all students to take at least one Advanced Placement course and at least one CTE (Career/Technical Education)

course to be best prepared for College and Career.

Course Request Worksheet

Elective Options for 9th Grade Visit our resource page for course descriptions.

https://www.smore.com/k82df-sundevil-class-of-2022

AVID

Intro to Engineering

& Design

Choir

Band

Tall Flags

Journalism

Drawing/ Painting

3D Computer Animation

Art Appreciation

Photography

Design Mixed Media

Tech. Production for Theater

AP Art History

Drama Fire Science

First Responder

F: Visual/Perf Art G: College Elective Other Electives

Auto

Tips for Choosing Classes… • Make 15 total selections, including off-roll:

• Some courses will be pre-loaded into the computer for you.

• Do not search for courses by title. Enter by COURSE number as listed on the Course Request Worksheet.

• For two part courses, (English1-2) be sure to enter BOTH course numbers.

Course Title Number of selections

Off Roll period 5, Tri 1 1 selection

Draw/Paint 1 1 selection

Biology 1-2 2 selections

Spanish 1-2-3 3 selections

Your List Online…

• This is what your completed entry

should look like.

Course Number Course Title

000303 Honors High School English 1

000304 Honors High School English 2

701012 Integrated Math Ia

801013 Integrated Math Ib

901016 Integrated Math 2a

001230 Biology 1

001231 Biology 2

000470 Spanish 1

000471 Spanish 2

001400 Freshman PE

001401 Freshman PE

901400 Freshman PE

061925 Off Roll 5th

period - trimester 3

000857 3D Computer Animation 1

Tips for choosing classes

• For English, Math, Science and World Language placement, talk with your current teachers and have them recommend the course you should take in 9th grade.

• Read the course descriptions carefully for electives.

• Don’t forget Alternates! Enter 1st choices as part of your 15 classes. At the bottom of the screen you will enter and rank Alternates for Electives and World Language.

Academic Habits Matter…

• Time Management

• Organization

• Personal Responsibility

• Self-Advocacy

Develop and keep these good habits up to be prepared for the rigors of high school!

Important Dates

• MCHS Family Night – March 12th 6pm – PAC

• Parent/student walk-in Q & A Sessions: MCHS Sun Center

March 8th 8:00am-11:30am & 1:30pm-3:30pm

March 16th 7:30-9:00 am

• Deadline to complete online course selection:

March 30th at midnight

How to Get More Information • 8th grade Transition Information:

https://www.smore.com/k82df

• Follow us on Instagram @mcsundevils

• Follow us on Twitter

@Principal_Magno or @mchs_suncenter or @MtCarmelRedSea

• Email any questions you have to: mchsinfo@gmail.com