Stevens High School Home of the Raiders “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.”-Ben Franklin

Invest in Knowledge! The Benefits of College and Career Readiness Prepares students for many of the sought-after employability skills by corporations. These skills include written/verbal communications, teamwork, initiative, and analysis/investigating skills. Digital and technological savvy, understanding what resources are available for use and when. Critical thinking, problem solving and reasoning. Ability to analyze and evaluate differing or conflicting viewpoints. Ability to adapt communication toward a specific audience, task or purpose. In summary, students will have the knowledge and abilities needed to succeed in life, whether attending college, military, or starting a career.

Learning Target: Students will understand the registration process in order to register classes according to their academic plan.

Online Registration Instructions CLASS OF 2020 Handouts: Registration Information Handout Transcript Online Registration Instructions 2017-2018 Course Listing Book is available online at rcas.org. Click on Parents and Students, then click Parents and Students Home, click Handbooks. (www.rcas.org). (Yellow)

Keep Username and Password Confidential! Marcia

SDMyLife My Academic Planner Graduation Requirement 4 year academic plan List of courses students plan to take Focus on your career interests Ongoing process (Subject to change) Freshman year update Sophomore ability profiler

Dual Credit http://sdmylife.com/students What is dual credit? What are the benefits of dual credit? How much do dual credits cost? How do I register? Will these courses transfer? Student frequently asked questions? Parents frequently asked questions? Is dual credit right for me? Positives of dual credit Challenges to consider Jocelyn

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Graduation Requirements Language Arts 4.0 Mathematics 3.0 Science Social Studies Fine Arts 1.0 Physical Education Information Technology Personal Finance or Economics .5 Required Offerings Electives 4.5 Total Credits 22 minimum

Grade Level Classification Freshman 0 – 4.5 credits Sophomore 5 – 10.5 credits Junior 11 – 15.5 credits Senior 16 and above Class status determined by earning credits, not years of attendance   John

Required Language Arts Credits (4) Grade Class Credit 9th Grade English 9 1.0 10th Grade English 10 or Advanced English 10 11th Grade English 11 or Advanced English 11 12th Grade Literature or AP English 12 .5 Writing or AP English 12

10th Grade English Register for English 10 or Advanced English 10 Communicate with current English teacher for recommendation

Required Math Credits (3) Grade Class Credit 9th Grade Integrated Math 1 1.0 10th Grade Integrated Math 2 (Int. Math 3 if completed Math 2) 11th Grade Integrated Math 3 12th Grade Math Elective Math lab

10th Grade Mathematics Your math teacher will recommend your math class for next year based upon your math achievements (form provided by math teacher). Options during 10th grade: Integrated Math 2 Integrated Math 3 (If completed Integrated Math 2)

Required Science Credits (3) Grade Class Credit 9th Grade Physical Science 1 Physical Science 2 1.0 10th Grade Biology 1 Biology 2 11th Grade Chemistry or Physics 12th Grade Science Elective

10th Grade Science Register for Biology 1 (.5 credit) and Biology 2 (.5 credit) Your current science teacher needs to provide you with a recommendation if you are also considering registering for Chemistry. Completion of or concurrent registration of Integrated Math 3 is strongly recommended. An A in Integrated Math 1 or an A or B in Integrated Math 2 is strongly recommended.

Required Social Studies Credits (3) Grade Class Credit 9th Grade Civics (.5) World Geography (.5) 1.0 10th Grade World History US History 1 or 2 or 3 (unless taking AP US History) .5 11th/12th Grade or AP US History Government or AP US Government

10th Grade Social Studies Register for World History (.5) World History is a required social studies course for graduation. Register for US History 1 or 2 or 3 (.5) unless registering for AP History as a junior

US History 1,2,3 US History 1- Founding Through Civil War Reconstruction US History 2- Post Civil War Western Expansion Through Great Depression US History 3- World War II to the Present

Required Credits Category Credit Fine Arts 1.0 Physical Education Information Technology Personal Finance or Economics .5 (Required Offering) Any combination of the following: World Language, Approved Career & Technical Courses, or Youth Internship

Failing a Class Register for any required class that you failed Register for any required class that it appears you will fail (example: year long classes)

Total Credits Required for Graduation Required Courses 17.5 Elective Courses 4.5 Total Credits 22 (minimum)

Elective Credits = CHOICES Elective classes are your CHOICE Consider your findings from SDMyLife Choose your elective classes wisely Consider your strengths and weaknesses when determining a manageable course load Consider personal interests

Summary 10th grade students register for the following: English 10 or Advanced English 10 Biology 1 and Biology 2 or Chemistry Integrated Math 2 (or Integrated Math 3 if you completed Integrated Math 2) World History US History 1or 2 or 3 Register for 3 additional credits

Testing Out of Courses Testing out of courses is an option for students to accelerate coursework and meet the goals of their Personal Learning Plan Go to www.rcas.org Click on Parents and Students, Parents/Students Home, Test Out or call 394-4053 for more information and details https://public.rcas.org/administration/CA/Pages/TestOutProgram.aspx Contact your counselor for further information

Online Registration Instructions You will need your username and password to complete the On-Line Registration (you received these today). You will be able to submit your course requests on-line from home or school beginning. February 6 – February 15, 2017 (Registration Window) Communicate your selected courses with your parent/guardian as he/she will approve your selections. During registration, students pick course selections only. Students schedule (pick times and teachers based on arena attendance) in early May.

Assistance Talk to your guardian Talk to your teachers Ask your counselor Paula Wilson (ABC EFG) Melissa Good (HIJ LMN) Kim Elder (O-V) Katie Baskerville (DK W-Z) Kathryn Sosa (Gifted Education Services) Administration Courtney Crosswait (A-G) Tyler Rachetto (H-N) Jocelyn Hafner (O-Z) Registrar Marcia Geyer

The Value of Education! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QghU pq5cJjg

Top Ten Skills Employers Want National Association of Colleges and Employers conducted a survey of over 300 employers (Chevron, IBM, etc) Ability to work in a team structure Ability to make and solve problems Ability to communicate with people inside/outside an organization Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work Ability to obtain and process information Ability to analyze quantitative data Technical knowledge related to the job Proficiency with computer software programs Ability to create and or edit written reports Ability to sell and influence others

Check Your Understanding! When does the registration window open and close? Explain why you are not allowed to drop a class after registration window closes? How many credits can you earn for a semester class? How many for a yearlong class? Who are your best resources to help you select elective courses? What impact does education have on your wellbeing? Explain your answer.