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 2021 Handouts: Online Registration Instructions (Green) Commonly Asked Questions (White) 2017-2018 Course Listing Book is available online at rcas.org. Click on Schools, High School, Stevens (left side registration). http://intranet.rcas.org/hs/shs/Pages/PreRegistra tion.aspx

Stevens High School Online Registration CLASS OF 2021 Find your green registration information handout. Write your name on it. Write the following: For Help! Call Stevens High School 394-4025 (Marcia)

This letter was mailed to your home address. Keep password confidential! This letter includes registration directions, user name and password Keep username and password confidential!

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

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 English 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

Required Math Credits (3) Grade Class Credit 9th Grade Integrated Math1 (Math Lab) (Int. Math 2 for students that pass end of course exam for Int. Math 1) 1.0 10th Grade Integrated Math 2 11th Grade Integrated Math 3 12th Grade Math Elective

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

Consider Academic Status When Selecting Science Courses Most 9th grade students will take Physical Science 1 and 2 Continue sequence by taking Biology 1 and 2 and then choose between Chemistry and Physics Some 9th grade students will take Biology 1 and 2 Science students who complete Integrated Math 1 with an A and 8th grade science with an A may take Biology instead of Physical Science Continue sequence by taking Chemistry and Physics

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

Required Credit 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, Youth Internship

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 weakness when determining a manageable course load. Consider your personal interests.

World Language Students shall have at least a C average in English if they register for German 1 or Spanish 1.

9TH Grade Required Classes All incoming 9th graders will be registered for the following required classes: English 9 World History, World Geography Math 1 or 2 *(Your middle school math teacher will provide us a recommended math course for each student.) (Math Lab) Science

Elective Credits (3 credits) You will choose 3 total credits of elective classes. You will take Reading if you do not score 1000 + on the SRI (9th grade reading level required for high school graduation). A list of elective classes available to 9th graders is provided in your registration handout (green).

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 Questions please see your middle school counselor Test out info will updated in Spring

Online Registration Instructions You will need your username and password to complete the On-Line Registration (These were mailed to you) You will be able to submit your course requests on-line from home or school beginning January 30 – February 15, 2017 (Registration Window) January 30 – February 15, contact Stevens High School (7:30-4:00 PM) for assistance (394-4025 - ask for Marcia) Communicate your selected courses with your parent/guardian for his/her approval

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 the registration window closes? How many credits can you earn for a semester class? How many for a year-long class? Who are your best resources to help you select elective courses? What impact does education have on your wellbeing? Explain your answer.