Parent ForecastingNight 2016/2017 Welcome to Parent ForecastingNight 2016/2017

Names to Know Principal~ Mr. Dalton Assistant Principal~ Mr. Luce Dean of Students~ Mr. Lazar Randy, Dave, Therese introduce themselves

Counseling Department Ms. McKenzie ~ Last names A-L Ms. Fix~ Last names M –Z It is important to meet with your counselor to discuss any questions you have about your classes. Registrar ~ Mrs. Knapp Quick intro for counselors

Our Mission: …developing powerful and confident young adults who are controlling their own destiny and influencing their worlds.

Post Secondary Ready for ANYTHING! Planning Your Future Next Year 9th Grade! Graduation Class of 2020! Post Secondary Ready for ANYTHING!

Graduation Requirements (Page 5*) Credits 26 Required and Elective credits Essential Skills Demonstrate Mastery in Reading, Writing, Math Senior Project Student choice and interest Randy

Diploma Options (Page 5*) Honors Diploma Standard Diploma 4 Years Math 4 Years Science Required Honors Level Coursework 45 Hours College Credit 30 Volunteer Hours GPA and Test Score Requirements Meet with your counselor!! 3 Years Math 3 Years Science Standard Diploma Coursework

Schedules at MHS: 3 trimesters per year. 5 classes each trimester (+ Homeroom) ½ credit per class = 2.5 credits per trimester. 2 Trimesters = 1 credit course E.g. 1 trimester English 9A + 1 trimester of English 9B = 1 full credit… in 2 trimesters instead of 3.

Example: 9th grade Schedule Period: Trimester 1 1 English 9A Algebra 1B Integrated Science B 2 Visual Arts 1 World Studies A Yoga 3 (30 min) HR 4 Chorale A Chorale B Chorale C 5 Algebra 1A PE 101 World Studies B 6 Metals 1A Integrated Science A English 9B

(That’s why if you forecast for the class, you’ll have to take it.) Why Forecast? (Page 17*) Students’ choices help us decide what classes to offer. When you forecast, we create a spot in that class for you. (That’s why if you forecast for the class, you’ll have to take it.) This means….. put a great deal of thought into choosing your classes.

Forecasting: Forecasting Sheet a. On the front: select required classes (with teacher recommendation) b. On the back: select elective classes (X marks 6) (page #’s shown for course descriptions)* (EXPLORE! Be CURIOUS! TRY something NEW!) c. Also: select 4 alternate electives (A marks 4) Curriculum Guide* (purple book) a. Lots of Planning Info in the front b. Rules and procedures in the middle c. Course descriptions in the back

Required Courses in 9th Grade (Page 7*) English 9 (Standard or Honors) (2 TRI) World Studies (Standard or Honors) (2 TRI) Integrated Science (2 TRI) Algebra or Geometry (2 TRI, or 3 TRI Algebra) PE 101 (1 TRI)

Elective Classes (starting page 30*) Students choose 6 electives & 4 alternates. Spanish: not a graduation requirement, but is for 4-year university entrance. Spanish is challenging. Band and Chorale are 3 Trimester Courses. Only Band, Chorale, and PE electives are repeatable for credit.

College Credit in High School (Page 10-12) College Credits are guaranteed to transfer to any Oregon Public University. Students can have almost 2 years of college done IN HIGH SCHOOL! $$$$$ Sign-up and fee information will be available. (See Curriculum Guide* for college credit courses available to freshman)

Homeroom Meets Monday –Thursday for 30 minutes. Same Homeroom: all 4 years. Homeroom Grade: S/U grade & .25 credit per year. Focuses on: Senior Project, improving grades, study skills, team building, and community and school involvement. Tuesdays and Thursdays: students can go to their teachers for help in any class.

Where do I go for academic support? Homeroom (Every Tuesday/ Thursday) Power Hour (After school on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) Pizza Promise (After-school study time, once each trimester) Counselor Conferences (Once a trimester) ParentVue/StudentVue (Online Program)

Adjourn to the Commons for: Individual Questions (for counselors, admin, or…) Help/Advice with Forecasting Sheets Turn in completed Forecasting Sheets (or due February 24 at your middle school) Pick up FREE FAMILY PASSES TO MHS BOYS BASKETBALL GAME TONIGHT!