1. Stevens High School Home of the Raiders
“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.”-Ben Franklin

2. Invest in Knowledge! The Benefits of College and Career Readiness
Prepares students for many of the sought-after employability skills by corporations. These skills include written/verbal communications, teamwork, initiative, and analysis/investigating skills.
Digital and technological savvy, understanding what resources are available for use and when.
Critical thinking, problem solving and reasoning.
Ability to analyze and evaluate differing or conflicting viewpoints.
Ability to adapt communication toward a specific audience, task or purpose.
In summary, students will have the knowledge and abilities needed to succeed in life, whether attending college, military, or starting a career.

3. Learning Target: Students will understand the registration process in order to register classes according to their academic plan.

4. Online Registration Instructions CLASS OF 2020
Handouts:
Registration Information Handout
Transcript
Online Registration Instructions
Course Listing Book
is available online at rcas.org. Click on Parents and Students, then click Parents and Students Home, click Handbooks. (
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5. Keep Username and Password Confidential!
Marcia

6. SDMyLife My Academic Planner
Graduation Requirement
4 year academic plan
List of courses students plan to take
Focus on your career interests
Ongoing process (Subject to change)
Freshman year update
Sophomore ability profiler

7. Dual Credit http://sdmylife.com/students
What is dual credit?
What are the benefits of dual credit?
How much do dual credits cost?
How do I register?
Will these courses transfer?
Student frequently asked questions?
Parents frequently asked questions?
Is dual credit right for me?
Positives of dual credit
Challenges to consider
Jocelyn

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9. Graduation Requirements
Language Arts
4.0
Mathematics
3.0
Science
Social Studies
Fine Arts
1.0
Physical Education
Information Technology
Personal Finance or Economics .5
Required Offerings
Electives
4.5
Total Credits
22 minimum

10. Grade Level Classification
Freshman 0 – 4.5 credits
Sophomore 5 – credits
Junior 11 – 15.5 credits
Senior 16 and above
Class status determined by earning credits, not years of attendance
John

11. Required Language Arts Credits (4)
Grade
Class
Credit
9th Grade
English 9
1.0
10th Grade
English 10 or Advanced English 10
11th Grade
English 11 or Advanced English 11
12th Grade
Literature or AP English 12 .5
Writing or AP English 12

12. 10th Grade English Register for English 10 or Advanced English 10
Communicate with current English teacher for recommendation

13. Required Math Credits (3)
Grade
Class
Credit
9th Grade
Integrated Math 1
1.0
10th Grade
Integrated Math 2
(Int. Math 3 if completed Math 2)
11th Grade
Integrated Math 3
12th Grade
Math Elective
Math lab

14. 10th Grade Mathematics
Your math teacher will recommend your math class for next year based upon your math achievements (form provided by math teacher).
Options during 10th grade:
Integrated Math 2
Integrated Math 3 (If completed Integrated Math 2)

15. Required Science Credits (3)
Grade
Class
Credit
9th Grade
Physical Science 1
Physical Science 2
1.0
10th Grade
Biology 1
Biology 2
11th Grade
Chemistry or Physics
12th Grade
Science Elective

16. 10th Grade Science
Register for Biology 1 (.5 credit) and Biology 2 (.5 credit)
Your current science teacher needs to provide you with a recommendation if you are also considering registering for Chemistry.
Completion of or concurrent registration of Integrated Math 3 is strongly recommended.
An A in Integrated Math 1 or an A or B in Integrated Math 2 is strongly recommended.

17. Required Social Studies Credits (3)
Grade
Class
Credit
9th Grade
Civics (.5)
World Geography (.5)
1.0
10th Grade
World History
US History 1 or 2 or 3
(unless taking AP US History) .5
11th/12th Grade
or AP US History
Government
or AP US Government

18. 10th Grade Social Studies
Register for World History (.5)
World History is a required social studies course for graduation.
Register for US History 1 or 2 or 3 (.5) unless registering for AP History as a junior

19. US History 1,2,3
US History 1- Founding Through Civil War Reconstruction
US History 2- Post Civil War Western Expansion Through Great Depression
US History 3- World War II to the Present

20. Required Credits Category Credit Fine Arts 1.0 Physical Education
Information Technology
Personal Finance or Economics .5
(Required Offering) Any combination of the following: World Language, Approved Career & Technical Courses, or Youth Internship

21. Failing a Class Register for any required class that you failed
Register for any required class that it appears you will fail (example: year long classes)

22. Total Credits Required for Graduation
Required Courses
17.5
Elective Courses
4.5
Total Credits
22 (minimum)

23. Elective Credits = CHOICES
Elective classes are your CHOICE
Consider your findings from SDMyLife
Choose your elective classes wisely
Consider your strengths and weaknesses when determining a manageable course load
Consider personal interests

24. Summary 10th grade students register for the following:
English 10 or Advanced English 10
Biology 1 and Biology 2 or Chemistry
Integrated Math 2 (or Integrated Math 3 if you completed Integrated Math 2)
World History
US History 1or 2 or 3
Register for 3 additional credits

25. Testing Out of Courses
Testing out of courses is an option for students to accelerate coursework and meet the goals of their Personal Learning Plan
Go to Click on Parents and Students, Parents/Students Home, Test Out or call for more information and details
Contact your counselor for further information

27. Online Registration Instructions
You will need your username and password to complete the On-Line Registration (you received these today).
You will be able to submit your course requests on-line from home or school beginning. February 6 – February 15, (Registration Window)
Communicate your selected courses with your parent/guardian as he/she will approve your selections.
During registration, students pick course selections only. Students schedule (pick times and teachers based on arena attendance) in early May.

28. Assistance Talk to your guardian Talk to your teachers
Ask your counselor
Paula Wilson (ABC EFG)
Melissa Good (HIJ LMN)
Kim Elder (O-V)
Katie Baskerville (DK W-Z)
Kathryn Sosa (Gifted Education Services)
Administration
Courtney Crosswait (A-G)
Tyler Rachetto (H-N)
Jocelyn Hafner (O-Z)
Registrar
Marcia Geyer

29. The Value of Education!
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30. Top Ten Skills Employers Want National Association of Colleges and Employers conducted a survey of over 300 employers (Chevron, IBM, etc)
Ability to work in a team structure
Ability to make and solve problems
Ability to communicate with people inside/outside an organization
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work
Ability to obtain and process information
Ability to analyze quantitative data
Technical knowledge related to the job
Proficiency with computer software programs
Ability to create and or edit written reports
Ability to sell and influence others

31. Check Your Understanding!
When does the registration window open and close?
Explain why you are not allowed to drop a class after registration window closes?
How many credits can you earn for a semester class? How many for a yearlong class?
Who are your best resources to help you select elective courses?
What impact does education have on your wellbeing? Explain your answer.