Welcome to Holmen High School Orientation

High School Information Website: www.holmen.k12.wi.us Phone: High School: 526-3372 Guidance Office: 526-3515 Mrs. Korneta (A-G): Ext. #6113 Mrs. Franzini (H-Me): Ext. #6115 Mrs. Jensen (Mi-Th): Ext. #6117 Mr. Bakeberg (Ti-Z): Ext. #6125

HMS 8th Grade Registration Timeline: 2017 February 7th: High School Counselors will meet with middle school students to help explain registration process in large group. February 14th: Registration paperwork due back to students math teacher in 8th grade.

Required Freshmen Classes One Credit of Language 9 One Credit of Physical Education 9 One Credit of Biology (I & II) One Credit of Math Current Math performance may influence placement 0.5 Credit of Social Studies 9 or Honors SS 9 0.5 Credit of Health 0.5 Credit of Computer Applications 2.5 Additional Credits of electives Students may be placed in Support classes for Language 9 and/or Algebra if needed. Based on test scores and teacher recommendation. Students will receive elective credit for these classes and will be notified by formal letter this summer.

2016=2017 Course Requests – Grade 9 (NO MUSIC) Name: Graduation Year: _______ PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY ON THIS FORM Course Course Name Course # Credits English Language 9 1401/1402/1403/1404 1 Social Studies (circle one) Social Studies 9 OR (circle one) Honors Social Studies 9 2342 OR (circle one) 2343 .5 Science Biology I & II 2219/2220 Math   PE PE 9 5003/5004 Health 1610 Technology Computer Apps 1244 Elective Total Credits: 8 Alternate: The requested courses will be used to determine the number of sections needed. *All 2 Term classes MUST have 2 numbers

2016-17 Course Requests – Grade 9 (BAND ONLY) Name: Graduation Year: _______ PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY ON THIS FORM Course Course Name Course # Credits English Language 9 1401/1402/1403/1404 1 Social Studies (circle one) Social Studies 9 OR (circle one) Honors Social Studies 9 2342 OR (circle one) 2343 .5 Science Biology I & II 2219/2220 Math   PE PE 9 5003/5004 Health 1610 Technology Computer Apps 1244 Elective Band 3006/3007/3008/3009 .25/term  Total Credits: 8 Alternate: The requested courses will be used to determine the number of sections needed. *All 2 Term classes MUST have 2 numbers

2016-17 Course Requests – Grade 9 (CHOIR ONLY) Name: Graduation Year: _______ PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY ON THIS FORM Course Course Name Course # Credits English Language 9 1401/1402/1403/1404 1 Social Studies (circle one) Social Studies 9 OR (circle one) Honors Social Studies 9 2342 OR (circle one) 2343 .5 Science Biology I & II 2219/2220 Math   PE PE 9 5003/5004 Health 1610 Technology Computer Apps 1244 Elective Choir 3010/3011/3012/3013 .25/term Total Credits: 8 Alternate: The requested courses will be used to determine the number of sections needed. *All 2 Term classes MUST have 2 numbers

2016-17 Course Requests – Grade 9 (ORCHESTRA ONLY) Name: Graduation Year: _______ PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY ON THIS FORM Course Course Name Course # Credits English Language 9 1401/1402/1403/1404 1 Social Studies (circle one) Social Studies 9 OR (circle one) Honors Social Studies 9 2342 OR (circle one) 2343 .5 Science Biology I & II 2219/2220 Math   PE PE 9 5003/5004 Health 1610 Technology Computer Apps 1244 Elective Orchestra 3014/3015/3016/3017 .25/term  Total Credits: 8 Alternate: The requested courses will be used to determine the number of sections needed. *All 2 Term classes MUST have 2 numbers

2016-17 Course Requests – Grade 9 (BAND & CHOIR) or (BAND & ORCHESTRA) or (BAND & CHOIR & ORCHESTRA) Name: Graduation Year: _______ PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY ON THIS FORM Course Course Name Course # Credits English Language 9 1401/1402/1403/1404 1 Social Studies (circle one) Social Studies 9 OR (circle one) Honors Social Studies 9 2342 OR (circle one) 2343 .5 Science Biology I & II 2219/2220 Math   PE PE 9 5003/5004 Health 1610 Technology Computer Apps 1244 Elective Band (circle if taking course) 3006/3007/3008/3009 .25/term Choir (circle if taking course) 3010/3011/3012/3013 Orchestra (circle if taking course) 3014/3015/3016/3017 Total Credits: 8 Alternate: The requested courses will be used to determine the number of sections needed. *All 2 Term classes MUST have 2 numbers **Circle music electives that will be taken (ex. Band & Choir only students would circle only Band & Choir)

Note on Schedule Changes! The following are legitimate reasons for class changes IF class size allows it: To meet graduation requirements You failed a course and need to get it into your schedule Did not meet prerequisite for course To improve the rigor of your course selection Computer error in your schedule Make adjustments for Youth Options/Youth Apprenticeship/course options Lack of foundational skills Schedule changes will NOT be made for lunch changes, to be with friends, to switch hours, and/or to switch teachers Students who request a change, will need to fill out a Schedule Change form (available in the Student Services Office) & return the form with a parent signature.

Required Courses for Graduation Language Arts 4.5 Credits Social Studies 3.5 Credits Science 3.0 Credits Math 3.0 Credits Physical Education 2.5 Credits Health .5 Credits Computer Apps .5 Credits Personal Finance .5 Credits Elective 8.0 Credits Total 26.0 Credits

Available Resources Power Hour: 3-4 p.m. Monday-Thurs. Math Tutoring: M-F before school M-Th: after school Advisory everyday during the school day 9th grade individual grade checks (weekly with counselor) Individual Teachers available before or after school Office Hours are posted on their classroom door. LMC open 7-4 (computers, help with research, study area) ESL services TAG/Advanced Placement/Youth Options Coordinator Case Manager for those with IEP’s

Success is Simple! Study consistently Review, reread, understand Pay attention in class - take notes, participate Retakes are not always an option Have good attendance Complete all assignments thoroughly Turn in all assignments & on time Keep track of grades through I.C. Consistent communication with teachers Build a relationship USE YOUR RESOURCES

Daily Schedule Period 1: 7:40am – 9:04am Advisory: 9:14am – 9:46am Period 3: 11:21am – 1:15pm (Lunch Period) 1st Lunch: Lunch: 11:21am - 11:51am Class: 11:51am - 1:15pm 2nd Lunch: Class: 11:21am - 12:01pm Lunch: 12:03pm - 12:33pm Class: 12:35pm – 1:15pm 3rd Lunch: Class: 11:21am - 12:45pm Lunch: 12:45pm - 1:05pm Period 4: 1:21pm – 2:45pm

General Information Lunch: Closed Campus Holmen High School Course Description Guide Available online under the Student Services Website Summer School Transition Programs: August Registration/Orientation PRIDE DAY! September 2017 (special day just for freshmen) 9th grade weekly check-ins with counselor Mentors in 9th grade advisory

Stay Informed Parent Portal on Infinite Campus District/High School website Daily announcements via email Parent Teacher Conferences-Mid-term (Four Times a Year) Student & Family Handbook Monthly Newsletter via email Follow us on Facebook (@Holmen Vikings), Twitter (@HolmenVNation) Parent Meetings -Quarterly @ P/T Conference

Special Programs/Recognitions Renaissance Program 3.67 - 4.33 gpa = Maroon Renaissance 3.0 – 3.669 gpa = White Renaissance National Honor Society 3.67 GPA or higher; service, character Junior & Senior Year PBIS Pride Cards

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