1. Welcome to SW class of 2020

2. What we will cover today  General Shorewood information  2020 Graduation Requirements  Registration information

3. Get Involved!  Clubs  Sports  Volunteer  Leadership  Have fun!

4. Earning High School Credit  The school year is divided into 2 semesters  Students take 6 classes per semester .5 credit is earned for each class passed  6.0 credits earned per year  22.5 credits are needed to graduate

5. Keep in Mind  Graduating = credits!  Need to pass  Need to be there – attendance policy  Get help when you need it

6.  English 4.0  Social Studies 3.0  Science 3.0  Mathematics 3.0  Fine, Visual or Performing Arts 1.0  Health & Physical Education 2.0  Occupational Education 1.0  World Language 1.0  Electives 4.5  Total: 22.5 Shoreline School District Graduation Credit Requirements

7. Additional Graduation Requirements  State tests in: English, Math and Science  Senior Project  40 hours of Community Service

8. Sample Transcript

9. What Colleges are looking for:  High GPA and academic rigor  Minimum of 2 years World Language  4 years of core subjects (as a general rule)  SAT/ACT  Activities and leadership

10. Are You Planning To Play Collegiate Sports?  Talk to your counselor to make sure you are taking the required courses!  Register at www.eligibilitycenter.org and review the eligibility requirements along with approved courses.www.eligibilitycenter.org

11. Frequently Asked Questions  How do I contact my teachers at Shorewood?  What if I am enrolled in a specialized program (IEP, ELL etc)?  Can I apply middle school credits to high school?  How do I fit it all in?  How many honors classes should I take?  Summer homework?

12. Registration Time!

13. Refer To The Registration Guide  Paper copy or Online  Information about classes, grad requirements, SW policies, college information and more!

14. Example

15. Sample 9 th grade schedule

18. Good To Know!  Students are committed to their class selections.  Teachers, counselors and family members are good resources for class suggestions.  Think ahead about your four-year plan.

19. Due Date!  Tues. March 22nd

20. Questions?