Agenda 1.Registration process overview and handouts 2.Freshman courses of study 3.How does RHS place students in core academic courses 4.How to select classes for 9 th grade 5.Online registration instructions 6.Arena registration

GRACIELA FERNANDEZCounselor (A-D) ROBYN PASCOCounselor (E-LA) PHILOMENA CRONECounselor (LE-RH) JASON BRADLEYCounselor (RI-Z) NANCY MUŇOZIntervention Counselor JEFF CLARKSpecial Services Coordinator ANGELA SANCHEZSchool Psychologist SHELLY DAVISSchool Psychologist DAYLE EDGERTONNurse JASON WILSONAssistant Principal (Counseling) DAVID BYRDPrincipal

Contact Information  First initial & last name Example:  Phone Cindy Travasso, Registrar (916) x 3020  Web Site

1.Tracks Through RHS: Course Selection Guide 2.Course Selection Sheet/4-Year Plan 3.New Student Enrollment Packet 4.High School Transition Tips 5.Freshman Resource Sheet

 Your primary resource for selecting classes  Complete course descriptions  Minimum graduation requirements & UC/CSU a- g requirements (page 4)  Sample 4-year plans/recommended courses of study to best prepare students for all post-high school education options (page 5)

Graduation and UC/CSU a-g Requirements

Earning Credits at RHS TOTAL FOR YEAR = 80 credits FALL TERM August – December SPRING TERM January - May 1 st Integrated Math 2 nd English 9 3 rd Art 1 4 th Freshman Seminar/Health 1 st Spanish 1 2 nd PE 9 3 rd Earth Science 4 th Freshman Seminar/Health 4 Courses = 40 Credits

Course Selection Sheet  Select Freshman Course of Study  Math, English and science course selections  Electives  Alternates  Post high school plan  4-year plan

Freshman Courses of Study  RHS has established a Freshman Courses of Study program to assist each student in making a smooth transition to high school while establishing a solid academic foundation  Each student and parent will select an academic program based on levels of achievement and past experiences as a student  Freshman Courses of Study are a crucial step in realizing our mission of preparing each student for college and career post-secondary options

Freshmen College-Readiness Courses of Study Pre-AP English 9 & Geography AVID 9 Freshman Seminar Positive Power

CP English 9 / Geography & World Cultures  A Pre-AP course designed for students seeking a rigorous course of study designed to prepare them for a strong Advanced Placement program  Builds critical academic skills while developing the work habits and work ethic necessary for success in future AP courses  A rotating block course of study

Advancement Via Individual Determination A college-readiness system designed for students in the “academic middle” who desire support to develop college-readiness skills and prepare for four-year university admission Writing & reading skills are developed along with collaboration, organization, note-taking skills, time management, goal setting & team building AVID students can concurrently enroll in Pre-AP English 9/Geography and World Cultures

Freshman Seminar  Designed to improve key college readiness skills while broadening students’ understanding of and preparation for post-secondary education options  Promotes and reinforces student achievement in all required coursework taken while in high school  Rotating block with Health and Safety

Positive Power  For students needing to build positive academic experiences, including those who have previously struggled academically and behaviorally  Provides daily support and guidance through the use of student tutors and AVID strategies to help them succeed in their academic courses  Positive Power is a year long course

Check your preferred course of study here AVID and Positive Power are year long courses AVID 9 Course of study descriptions

8th Grade English Recommendation (GMRT Reading Assessment – Given in May) Academic Literacy CP English 9 English 9 Lab

All students will take CP English 9 English 9 Lab will be added if GMRT results indicate that remediation is necessary English 9 Lab

Math Placement Integrated Math 2 Completed Math 8 OR IM 1 with a “D” or lower Completed IM 1 with “C” or better Integrated Math 1 “D” or lower in Math 8 ACCESS to IM1 AND Integrated Math 1

Choose IM 1 or IM 2 IM 1

Science Placement Math Placement Integrated Math II Integrated Math I Biology CP Earth Science

Choose Earth Science or Biology Earth Science

Other Electives Speech and Debate Peer Helping Journalism Yearbook French Spanish Electives CTE Introduction to Engineering Exploring Computer Science Information Technology Business Concepts Business Finance (Accounting) Multimedia Web design Computer Applications Media Productions Fashion Design Intro to Food & Beverage Arts Art Band & Guitar Drama & Dance Choir & Musical Theater Piano Lab BAND

Be certain to select 4 alternates (electives) Choose 2 electives Art 1 French 1 When selecting courses, look for: pre-requisites, grade level restrictions, and whether the course meet a-g requirements Indicate your career interest and post high school education plan Spanish 1 Speech & Debate Beginning Guitar Business Concepts

Course Selection Sheet

 Rigorous, college level courses with a national standardized exam offered in the spring Why take AP courses?  College Preparation  Twice as likely to graduate from a 4-year College  Increased writing, study, collaborative, and critical thinking skills  Save $ by earning college credits  Recommend that all students take at least one AP course at RHS

Go to A few TIPS 1)Refer to the handout “Online Registration Instructions” and follow each step 2)Be sure to select “ , Pre-Enrollment” 3)Select “8 th Grade” as student’s current grade level 4)Input all pertinent medical conditions AND immunization records 5)Print the “Enrollment Confirmation Page”

Student’s Last Name DateTime A-GFebruary 4 th 4:30 – 6:30 H-NFebruary 12 th 4:30 – 6:30 O-ZFebruary 17 th 4:30 – 6:30 Important Dates Counselors will review course selections

 If you do not have access to a computer, please consider the following options:  Come to the RHS College and Career Center between 7:30 and 4:00pm  Visit the local public Library  A computer lab will be available during arena registration  If you have additional questions, please contact Ms. Travasso) at or 3753 x3020

What to bring to Arena Reg. RESIDENCE VERIFICATION IMMUNIZATION RECORDS Enrollment Confirmation Emergency Card Course selection sheet