Agenda 1.Review handouts and registration process 2.Freshman courses of study 3.How does RHS place students in core academic courses 4.How to select classes for 9 th grade 5.Online registration instructions 6.Arena registration

GRACIELA FERNANDEZCounselor (A-D) ROBYN PASCOCounselor (E-LA) PHILOMENA CRONECounselor (LE-RH) JASON BRADLEYCounselor (RI-Z) NANCY MUŇOZIntervention Counselor JEFF CLARKSpecial Services Coordinator ANGELA SANCHEZSchool Psychologist SHELLY DAVISSchool Psychologist DAYLE EDGERTONNurse JASON WILSONAssistant Principal (Counseling) DAVID BYRDPrincipal

Contact Information  First initial & last name Example:  Phone Janelle Ludeman, Registrar (916) x 3020  Web Site

1.Course Selection Guide 2.New student enrollment checklist 3.Online registration instructions 4.Arena registration dates/how to complete your course selection sheet 5.High school transition tips 6.Course selection sheet/4-year plan

Your primary resource for selecting classes Minimum graduation requirements & UC/CSU a-g requirements (page 4) Sample 4-year plans/recommended courses of study to best prepare students for all post-high school education options (page 5) Complete course descriptions

Graduation and UC/CSU a-g Requirements NEW GRADUATION REQUIREMENT: Personal Finance Course

Earning Credits at RHS TOTAL FOR YEAR = 80 credits FALL TERM August – December SPRING TERM January - May 1 st Integrated Math 1 2 nd English 9 3 rd Art 1 4 th Freshman Seminar/Health 1 st Spanish 1 2 nd PE 9 3 rd Earth Science 4 th Freshman Seminar/Health 4 Courses = 40 Credits

Course Selection Sheet  Select Freshman Course of Study  Math, English and science course selections  Electives  Alternates  Post high school plan  4-year plan

Freshman Courses of Study  RHS has established Freshman Courses of Study to assist each student in making a smooth transition to high school while establishing a solid academic foundation  Each student and parent will select an academic program based on levels of achievement and past experiences as a student  Freshman Courses of Study are a crucial step in realizing our mission of preparing each student for college and career post-secondary options

Freshmen College-Readiness Courses of Study CP English 9 & Geography AVID 9 Freshman Seminar Positive Power

CP English 9 / Geography & World Cultures  A Pre-AP course designed for students seeking a rigorous course of study designed to prepare them for a strong Advanced Placement program  Builds critical academic skills while developing the work habits and work ethic necessary for success in future AP courses  A rotating block

Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) A college-readiness system designed for students in the “academic middle” who desire support to develop college-readiness skills and prepare for four-year university admission Writing & reading skills are developed along with collaboration, organization, note-taking skills, time management, goal setting & team building AVID students can concurrently enroll in CP English 9/Geography and World Cultures

Freshman Seminar  Designed to improve key college readiness skills while broadening students’ understanding of and preparation for post-secondary education options  Promotes and reinforces student achievement in all required coursework taken while in high school  Rotating block with Health and Safety

Positive Power  For students needing to build positive academic experiences, including those who have previously struggled academically and behaviorally  Provides daily support and guidance through the use of student tutors and AVID strategies to help them succeed in their academic courses

Check your preferred course of study here AVID is a year long course AVID 9 Course of study descriptions

8th Grade English Recommendation (GMRT Reading Assessment) Academic Literacy CP English 9 English 9 Lab

All students will take CP English 9 English 9 Lab will be added if GMRT results indicate that remediation is necessary English 9 Lab

Math Placement Integrated Math 2 Completed Math 8 OR IM 1 with a “D” or lower Completed IM 1 with “C” or better Integrated Math 1 “D” or lower in Math 8 ACCESS to IM1 AND Integrated Math 1

Access to IM 1 Access to IM 1 will be added if necessary

All Students Will Take Biology Science Placement

Arts Art Band Guitar Drama & Dance Beginning Piano Electives CTE Introduction to Engineering Exploring Computer Science Information Technology Business Concepts Multimedia Web design Computer Applications Media Productions Fashion Design Intro to Food & Beverage Other Electives Peer Helping Journalism Yearbook (Spring Only) French Spanish

Be certain to select 4 alternates (electives) Choose 2 electives Art 1 French 1 When selecting courses, look for: prerequisites, grade level restrictions, and whether the course meet a-g requirements Indicate your career interest and post high school education plan Spanish 1 Peer Helping Beginning Guitar Business Concepts

Course Selection Sheet IM 2 IM 3 Pre-Calculus Chemistry Biomed. Science Physics Freshman Seminar Spanish 1 Journalism Spanish 2Spanish 3Spanish 4 AP Physics Beginning Piano AP Psychology Advanced Journalism Photography AP Spanish

 Rigorous, college level courses with a national standardized exam offered in the spring Why take AP courses?  College Preparation  Twice as likely to graduate from a 4-year College  Increased writing, study, collaborative, and critical thinking skills  Save $ by earning college credits  Recommend that all students take at least one AP course at RHS

AP Literature AP Language & Composition AP European History AP US History AP Government AP Microeconomics AP Human Geography AP Psychology AP Studio Art AP Art History AP Physics AP Chemistry AP Biology AP Environmental Science AP Statistics AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Computer Science AP Spanish AP French

Go to A few TIPS 1)Refer to the handout “Online Registration Instructions” and follow each step 2)Be sure to select “ , Pre-Enrollment” 3)Select “8 th Grade” as student’s current grade level 4)Input all pertinent medical conditions AND immunization records 5)Print the “Enrollment Confirmation Page”

 If you do not have access to a computer, please consider the following options:  Come to the RHS College and Career Center between 7:30 and 4:00pm  Visit the local public Library  A computer station will be available during arena registration  If you have additional questions, please contact Mrs. Ludeman) at or 3753 x3020

Important Dates Counselors will review course selections

What to bring to Arena Reg. RESIDENCE VERIFICATION IMMUNIZATION RECORDS Enrollment Confirmation Course selection sheet

Next Steps 1.All parents/guardians MUST return to the HomeLink parent portal AFTER July 1 st in order to: a.Confirm your student’s contact and medical information b.Confirm that you have reviewed the “required document” section (i.e., emergency card, technology agreement, etc.) c.Students will not receive their class schedule on the first day of school until this process has been completed 2.Refer to the Blue Handout for helpful tips on how to transition to high school and upcoming dates and deadlines