JUNIOR Registration

Learning objectives Know what is required of you to graduate from Highland High School Understand what your GPA is and why it’s important Understand which classes you should take in the 11th Grade

What happens your junior year? Juniors have a lot more choice in their schedules PSAT – October 11th Junior Achievement Awards – January Many students take the SAT or ACT during spring of Junior year Continue working on your SCOTS portfolio: 2 Job Shadows Complete Community Service hours More opportunities are available to you: More HHS classes College in the High School courses YVTECH program Running Start – Yakima Valley College

Graduation requirements 24 Credits State Tests: ELA Math Science Senior Portfolio High School Diploma

24 Total Credits 24-Credit graduation requirement 4 English 3 Math 3.5 Social Studies 3 Science 2 Career & Technical Education 2 Health & Fitness 2 Arts 1 credit can be used for PPR 2 World Language PPR: Personalized Pathway Requirement 2.5 Electives 24-Credit graduation requirement

High school credits Yearlong Course (1.0 credits) Semester Course By passing all of your classes each semester, you will earn 6.0 credits each year of High School 6 credits x 4 years = 24 total credits A transcript is the official record of your high school classes and credits

What is gpa? Grade Point Average (GPA) is the average of all of your high school grades. Students earn a GPA for each semester of high school and their cumulative GPA is the average of all of those numbers.

Why is GPA so important? Colleges use this number to measure your overall performance in school and compare you to other students. The higher your GPA, the better your chances are of getting into the college of your choice. Your GPA can determine whether or not you’re eligible to participate in certain courses during your junior and senior years of high school (such as YVTECH & Running Start) Your GPA is a major consideration for both academic and athletic college scholarships, as well as financial aid. Maintaining a high GPA can qualify students for academic excellence awards, the honor roll, and admission to student organizations such as the National Honor Society Falling below a certain GPA score may put you at risk for academic probation, expulsion, or inability to graduate. Employers may ask for your GPA when determining whether or not to hire you

A Real-Life High School Transcript! This line shows your total earned credits & your cumulative GPA This indicates which state tests you have passed This indicates if you have passed WA State History

Registration Process Course Registration Presentation Students complete their Registration Worksheet – Place in SCOTS portfolio Parents will approve course requests at conferences Counselor will work with students to input their course requests into Skyward Counselor will build schedules

Course request expectations The master schedule is developed based on courses requested. When you request a course, you commit to completing the course in its entirety to the best of your ability. Students may request a schedule change before the end of the first week of school but only requests based on legitimate academic reasons will be considered. Course changes after the first week of a course will result in an “F” posted to the student’s transcript.

Course alternative Selections Students must write 4 alternates in case we can’t fit you into your first choice All 4 alternates must be different than your original choices Choose wisely – be thoughtful!

What classes do JUNIORs take? 1st Semester 2nd Semester English Math Science United States History

Junior English options Yearlong Course: English 11 – Essential English Semester Courses: Introduction to Theatre Short Stories Literature in Lyrics Latino Literature Greek Mythology Speech & Research European Authors

Math sequences Supported Math Path Standard Math Path Algebra 1A & 1B Algebra 1C & Geometry A Geometry B & C Algebra 2 or Financial Algebra Standard Math Path Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Precalculus or CWU Math

Science Options Integrated Science Biology Chemistry Physics Horticulture

College in the high school College in the High School is a state funded way for high school juniors and seniors to earn college credit and fulfill their high school graduation requirements all at the same time.  Cost: $55/credit Students that are eligible for Free/Reduced Lunch can apply to have 5 credits paid for by a grant GEARUP can help with costs.  Please see Ms. Walker or Mrs. Mayfield for questions.

College in the High School Course Name College Credits Cost Pre-requisite Theatre 107 – Intro to Theatre 4 $220 None Math 101 – Math in the Modern World 5 $275  Pass Algebra 2 with a “C” or higher and take the Accuplacer exam the spring before enrolling Math 130 – Finite Math Math 153 – Precalculus 1 Pass Algebra 2 with a “C” or higher and take the Accuplacer exam the spring before enrolling Math 154 –Precalculus 2 Pass Algebra 2 with a “C” or higher and take the Accuplacer exam the spring before enrolling  Math 172 – Calculus 1 Pass Math 154 with a “C” or higher Math 173 – Calculus 2

Business Administration YVTECH PROVIDES FREE ACADEMIC AND HANDS-ON COLLEGE PREP & TECHNICAL SKILLS CAREER TRAINING TO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN THE YAKIMA VALLEY Attend YVTECH for periods 1-3 or 4-6 (transportation provided for afternoon) The following programs are available: Pre-Engineering Auto Collision Auto Technology Dental Hygiene Dental Assisting Law Enforcement Cosmetology Carpentry Digital Media Culinary Arts Firefighting Robotics Vet Assistant Physical Therapy Tech Electrician Business Administration Metal Fabrication Legal/Medical Office 

Running Start RUNNING START INFO NIGHT - Monday, March 27th @ 6pm Juniors and Seniors have the option of participating in the Running Start Program. Running Start students are eligible for part-time or full-time enrollment at YVCC. All tuition is paid but students have to provide their own transportation and pay for fees and books. RUNNING START INFO NIGHT - Monday, March 27th @ 6pm YVC Campus, Parker Room, Deccio Building #8, 1000 S 12th Ave, Yakima

Elective choices Yearlong Electives: Semester Electives: Band Choir Spanish 1 French 1 Agriculture & Natural Resources Drama Annual Intro to Engineering Design Marketing Semester Electives: Basic Art 3D Design Ceramics Stained Glass Bead & Wire Jewelry Beginning Woodshop & Advanced Woodshop Microsoft Academy II Leadership *** Elective Fair – March 30th – Scottie Time