Del Norte High School Counseling Department Counselors Mrs. Kihneman: A-Ed Mr. Roty: Ee-La Mr. Eveleth: Lb-Ra Mrs. Marron: Rb-Z Guidance Technician Mrs. Sutherland Mrs. Gray

High School Graduation Requirements A minimum of 230 credits in the following subject areas English: 40 credits Social Science: 30 credits World History, US History, Civics/Econ Science: 20 credits One year life science + one year physical science Mathematics: 20 credits Including Algebra 1-2 PE & Health: 20 PE credits + 5 credits (ENS trimesters additional PE) Fine Art or Foreign Lang: 5 credits Fine Art: 5 credits Electives: 85 credits  Pass the High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)

High School vs. Four-year College HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION Social Science: 30 credits, World History, US History, Civics/Economics English: 40 credits Mathematics: 20 credits, Including Algebra 1-2 Science: 20 credits, One year life science + one year physical science Fine Art or Foreign Lang: 5 credits Fine Art: 5 credits Practical Art, PE, Health, Computer Literacy Passing grade is D or better UC/CSU A-G REQUIREMENTS A Social Science 2 years, World History & US History B English 4 years C Mathematics 3 years (recommend 4+) including Algebra 1-2, Geometry 1-2, Algebra 3-4 D Lab Science 2 years (recommend 3+) one year life science & one year physical science E Foreign Language 2 years same language (recommend 3+) F Visual & Performing Art 1 year (two trimesters) of same class G College-Prep Elective 1 year Grades must be C’s or better

Sample 9 th Grade Schedule at “Traditional” High School PeriodSemester 1Semester 2 1HS English 1HS English 2 2Algebra 1Algebra 2 3Freshman PE 1Freshman PE 2 4HealthCeramics 1 5Spanish 1Spanish 2 6Biology 1Biology 2 5 credits per passing class semester X 12 class semesters = 60 possible credits

Trimester vs. Traditional Semester Trimester allows flexibility ◦4 or 5 classes/trimester ◦4 classes + off-roll period (all 4 years)  Equals same course load as “traditional semester”  Can still fit in all HS graduation & college requirements ◦5 classes/trimester  Extra/heavier academic load  Opportunity to explore or fit in-depth area of interest  Great for athletes to take off roll  Band, ASB, Yearbook, etc. fit well as 5 th class

Off Roll What is it? “Off Roll” is a time in the student’s day when they are not enrolled in a class. Students who are passing their courses can choose up to one off roll period per trimester. ◦1 st Period Off Roll = Any 9 th Grade Student ◦5 th Period Off Roll = 9 th Grade Students who earn a 3.0 GPA or above in their previous grading period

Sample 9 th Grade Schedule at Del Norte PeriodTrimester 1Trimester 2Trimester 3 1HS English 1Off-roll or elective 2Algebra 1Biology 2Geometry 1 3ENS 1Algebra 2ENS 3 4 Spanish 1/Chinese1 or other elective ENS 2 Spanish 3/Chinese 3 or other elective 5Biology 1Spanish 2/Chinese2 or other elective HS English 2

Sample 9 th Grade Schedule at Del Norte (Band, Orchestra or other yearlong elective class) PeriodTrimester 1Trimester 2Trimester 3 1Honors English 1Biology 1Honors English 2 2Geometry 1Spanish 4Trigonometry 3ENS 1ENS 2Biology 2 4Concert Band or Orchestra 5Spanish 3Geometry 2ENS 3

“A” History/Social Science

“B” English English Prep/HSE 1-2 (3 trimesters)

“C” Mathematics

“D” Laboratory Science

“E” Language Other Than English

Electives DNHS Course Offerings are listed on front and back side of CRF form ◦World Languages ◦Fine Art Electives ◦Electives ◦Off-Roll

Physical Education Select one of the following: ◦ENS ◦Marching PE and ENS 1-2 ◦Marching PE Tall Flags and ENS 1-2

Step #1: Read all instructions Step #2: Select classes and check boxes Step #3: Enter number of classes

Step #4: Required signatures & Contact information Important! Total number of classes (including any off roll) must total 15

Example of CRF Front Teacher initials next to course selections.

Example of CRF Back Total classes = 15! Be sure to list alternative selections for electives

Online Registration

Use student Novell Login

Online Registration

 HAVE YOUR COMPLETED CRF & INSTRUCTION SHEET WITH YOU TO ENTER COURSES ONLINE.  BE SURE TO ENTER COURSE NUMBERS FROM YOUR CRF  TOTAL OF 15 CLASSES, INCLUDING OFF ROLL  PLEASE SELECT ALTERNATE ELECTIVES!!

Course Request Instructions DEADLINE: After completing Steps 1 & 2: Turn in CRF to your teacher on or before: March 27 Must include:  CRF form with required signatures  A print screen copy of your online course selection

Resources & tools to help with selection process Handouts you are taking home today Counseling website, Course Request – Incoming 9 th tab  Forms, handouts  Course Catalog  Important Dates/Times

Include PUSD Graduation Requirement & College Prep classes when choosing courses

Strategies for School Success Come to school everyday and on time Use a planner in class & at home. Do all assignments & study for tests Tutorial: Mon/Wed/Thurs 3:02 – 3:32 p.m. ◦Ask teachers for extra help ◦Work on group project or form a study group Check Synergy/My Plan at least weekly Communicate with teachers Get involved – join clubs, sports, attend events Challenge yourself but don’t take too heavy of a load and be careful not to over-commit Take care of yourself; eat right & get enough sleep See your school counselor

Seeing your Counselor Grades slipping, need extra help Course load, course choices Having difficulty in or out of school Questions on high school or college requirements College searches & application process Career exploration Need someone to talk to

Important Dates Night at the Museum Tuesday, March 3 rd 6:00-7:30 pm Del Norte High School 8th Grade Information Night Tuesday, March 17 th 5:00–7:20 pm Del Norte Gymnasium 8th Grade CRF Parent Q&A Drop-In March 19 th and 24 th 3:30 – 5:30 pm DNHS Staff Lounge Please drop-in if you have additional CRF questions CRF forms due Friday, March 27 th

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