1. WELCOME TO MENOMONEE FALLS HIGH SCHOOL!
Class of 2020

2. Goal of SPIN Night
Gain knowledge to help you and your child make informed decisions for transition into high school…
Basic Knowledge about MFHS
Career Clusters
Course Selections/Registering
Getting Support
Athletics/Activities Information

3. Know Your Administrators
Mr. Robert Vitale, Principal
Ms. Suzy Thomas, Associate Principal (Students with last names A-J)
Mr. Kirk Woosencraft, Associate Principal (Students with last names K-Z)
Mr. Ryan Anderson, Athletics & Activities Director

4. Student Services Staff
Tammy Strupp~Student Services Administrative Assistant,
School Counselors
Meg Hanley (A-Fi)
Mike Taylor (Fl-La)
Stacy Schuster (Le-Ri)
Jenny Thom (Ro-Z)
Erin Devenport ~ School Psychologist
Felicia Perkins-Peterson ~ School Social Worker

5. Incoming Freshmen (currently in district)
Registration materials were distributed to students on Tuesday in Counselor presentation at North
Freshmen Worksheet (pink)
must be turned in to Flex teacher by Tuesday, February 7!
Course Selection Sheet (pink)
Directions for PowerSchool course selection (white)
Course Guide (received copy at meeting, also online)

6. Incoming Freshmen (new to district)
District and 9th Grade Course Registration information is available tonight.
Complete District Enrollment before you register for courses (Return to HS or District Office).
Return purple Course Request Form to MFHS Main Office by February 17.
School Counselors will input course requests for new students.

7. Check out the 7 ‘HOT’ job market career clusters!!
The 16 Career Clusters have been identified to help students develop a program of study with a purpose in mind.
See pages in course guide.
Must select 1-3 career clusters of
interest when selecting courses.
Check out the 7 ‘HOT’ job market career clusters!!

8. Required Courses for 9th Grade
English 9/Honors
Mathematics (various courses)
Biology/Honors
World History/AP Human Geography Honors
Foundations of Fitness – PE 9
Electives

9. FRESHMAN YEAR First Semester Second Semester 1. English 9 2. Math
3. Biology
4. World History/AP Human Geo
5. Foundations of Fitness: PE 9 (Either Semester) 5. 6. 7.
8. Study Hall

10. Honors Placement in Core Classes
Honors courses are offered in the core areas of English, Science, Social Studies and Math.
Placement in honors level will be determined by teacher recommendation, grades and test scores.
For students new to the district please consult with your current teacher for the best placement decision. In addition, you will receive notification regarding math placement testing.

11. Career Academies at MFHS
Future Opportunities:
(Apply 2nd Semester – 9th Grade-pgs
Business Academy
Healthcare Academy
STEM Academy (Project Lead the Way)
DC & M (Design, Communications and Media)
GEAC-Global Education Achievement Certificate
Start in 9th grade
World Language Component
Service Component

12. New Course Offerings: Adv. Aerobic Cond.& Strength Train
Adv. Programming – Honors
Intro. Recording Tech & Audio Eng.
AP Comparative Gov. & Politics
Exploring World Cultures
Media Production III

13. 46 Total Credits needed to GRADUATE!
Students earn 1 credit per class per semester (D- or above is considered passing)
How many credits did this student earn semester 1 of their freshman year?
Semester 1
English 9: C
Algebra: D-
Biology: F
World History: B
PE: A
H Information Processing TC: C+
Spanish I: B-
46 Total Credits needed to GRADUATE!
Total: 6 Credits

14. GPA – Example Total:24 GPA: TOTAL/#of COURSES 24/7=3.429
GPA is on a 4.0 system, for each class that meets weighted criteria, .025 is added to the semester GPA
Students will receive the weighted grade in:
Core subject honors classes
Courses receiving college credit
Honors Geometry B 3
Honors English 9 A 4
Spanish II B 3
Honors Symphonic Band A 4
Honors Biology B 3
Physical Education 9 B 3
H Information Technology TC A 4
Total:24
GPA: TOTAL/#of COURSES /7=3.429
4 weighted classes, add .025 for each: =3.529

15. World Language
If you are currently taking a World Language, and would like to continue, sign up for Level II of that same language.
Example: Spanish Spanish II
If you would like to take a World Language in 9th grade and have not taken it in 8th grade, sign up for Level 1.
Within UW System, only UW-Madison requires minimum 2 years of same foreign language for admission. Exit criteria varies.

16. On-Line Registration (For Current North Students Only)
Reminder: Select courses online (PowerSchool) between February 1 and February 6.
Freshmen (currently in district) will be automatically scheduled in the appropriate core classes: English, Math, Biology and World History, as well as PE and Study Hall.
**Remember students new to the district should provide teacher sign off for core class placement. Late spring you will receive Math Placement Testing information.

17. Final Reminders Course Guide and PowerPoint are available online.
Choose classes wisely. *Make a one year commitment to your course selections. Schedule changes are only allowed on a very limited basis.
Be sure to sign up for both semesters of a year long course.
Choose at least 2 alternate courses.
Not all courses are offered each semester or each year. Read course guide carefully and plan ahead!!

18. Tips to HS Success
Get involved in at least one after-school activity. Involvement breeds a positive outlook and academic success.
Advocate for yourself and seek out help when needed.
Maintain your academic focus. What you do today and tomorrow in your high school classes will impact you in 4-5 years.
Maintain a balance between school and personal life. Know your limits and realize when you may be taking on too much.
Take Transition to High School Summer Course. Four day course offered various times this Summer. Register online at in Spring.

19. Where Can I Get Help?
Resource Study Hall: Staffed by an educational assistant. 1:10 ratio. Needs administrator/counselor approval.
Math Resource Study Hall/Tutor: math teachers available every hour for support.
ITI: Available for students with an IEP or a 504 plan
One-on-One assistance from individual teachers: Make personal contact to determine availability
Student Services: Meet with your counselor to discuss problems you may be having and brainstorm ideas for solutions.

20. Athletics
Fall Sports
Cheer
Dance
Cross Country
Football
Boys Soccer
Girls Swim
Girls Tennis
Girls Golf
Volleyball
Winter Sports
Cheer
Dance
Basketball
Hockey
Bowling
Gymnastics
Boys Swim
Wrestling
Spring Sports
Boys Golf
Girls Soccer
Softball
Boys Tennis
Track & Field
Baseball (Summer)
To participate, you must complete the following before the first day of practice/tryouts:
1- Sign the Athletic Code
2- Sign the SDMF Concussion Policy
3- Sign the WIAA Eligibility Form
4- Have a current physical card on file
5- Pay the Athletic Fee per sport

21. Activities Major Clubs at MFHS: Future Business Leaders of America
Key Club
Student Council
Art Club
Best Buddies
Forensics
National Honor Society
Drama Club
Rock Climbing
Trap Shooting
Tech Club
Book Club

22. Stay Connected FallsAthletics.org
Facebook: facebook.com/MFHS.Athletics
Twitter:
Falls Athletics

27. See you next Fall..
Our high school departments, athletics, activities and parent groups will be in our cafeteria for information and questions!