1. Welcome to
Holmen High School
Orientation

2. High School Information
Website:
Phone:
High School:
Guidance Office:
Mrs. Korneta (A-G): Ext. #6113
Mrs. Franzini (H-Me): Ext. #6115
Mrs. Jensen (Mi-Th): Ext. #6117
Mr. Bakeberg (Ti-Z): Ext. #6125

3. HMS 8th Grade Registration Timeline: 2017
February 7th: High School Counselors will meet with middle school students to help explain registration process in large group.
February 14th: Registration paperwork due back to students math teacher in 8th grade.

4. Required Freshmen Classes
One Credit of Language 9
One Credit of Physical Education 9
One Credit of Biology (I & II)
One Credit of Math
Current Math performance may influence placement
0.5 Credit of Social Studies 9 or Honors SS 9
0.5 Credit of Health
0.5 Credit of Computer Applications
2.5 Additional Credits of electives
Students may be placed in Support classes for Language 9 and/or Algebra if needed.
Based on test scores and teacher recommendation. Students will receive elective credit for these classes and will be notified by formal letter this summer.

5. 2016=2017 Course Requests – Grade 9
(NO MUSIC)
Name: Graduation Year: _______
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY ON THIS FORM
Course
Course Name
Course #
Credits
English
Language 9
1401/1402/1403/1404 1
Social Studies
(circle one)
Social Studies 9
OR (circle one)
Honors Social Studies 9
2342
OR (circle one)
2343 .5
Science
Biology I & II
2219/2220
Math PE
PE 9
5003/5004
Health
1610
Technology
Computer Apps
1244
Elective
Total Credits: 8
Alternate:
The requested courses will be used to determine the number of sections needed.
*All 2 Term classes MUST have 2 numbers

6. 2016-17 Course Requests – Grade 9
(BAND ONLY)
Name: Graduation Year: _______
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY ON THIS FORM
Course
Course Name
Course #
Credits
English
Language 9
1401/1402/1403/1404 1
Social Studies
(circle one)
Social Studies 9
OR (circle one)
Honors Social Studies 9
2342
OR (circle one)
2343 .5
Science
Biology I & II
2219/2220
Math PE
PE 9
5003/5004
Health
1610
Technology
Computer Apps
1244
Elective
Band
3006/3007/3008/3009
.25/term 
Total Credits: 8
Alternate:
The requested courses will be used to determine the number of sections needed.
*All 2 Term classes MUST have 2 numbers

7. 2016-17 Course Requests – Grade 9
(CHOIR ONLY)
Name: Graduation Year: _______
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY ON THIS FORM
Course
Course Name
Course #
Credits
English
Language 9
1401/1402/1403/1404 1
Social Studies
(circle one)
Social Studies 9
OR (circle one)
Honors Social Studies 9
2342
OR (circle one)
2343 .5
Science
Biology I & II
2219/2220
Math PE
PE 9
5003/5004
Health
1610
Technology
Computer Apps
1244
Elective
Choir
3010/3011/3012/3013
.25/term
Total Credits: 8
Alternate:
The requested courses will be used to determine the number of sections needed.
*All 2 Term classes MUST have 2 numbers

8. 2016-17 Course Requests – Grade 9
(ORCHESTRA ONLY)
Name: Graduation Year: _______
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY ON THIS FORM
Course
Course Name
Course #
Credits
English
Language 9
1401/1402/1403/1404 1
Social Studies
(circle one)
Social Studies 9
OR (circle one)
Honors Social Studies 9
2342
OR (circle one)
2343 .5
Science
Biology I & II
2219/2220
Math PE
PE 9
5003/5004
Health
1610
Technology
Computer Apps
1244
Elective
Orchestra
3014/3015/3016/3017
.25/term 
Total Credits: 8
Alternate:
The requested courses will be used to determine the number of sections needed.
*All 2 Term classes MUST have 2 numbers

9. 2016-17 Course Requests – Grade 9
(BAND & CHOIR) or (BAND & ORCHESTRA) or (BAND & CHOIR & ORCHESTRA)
Name: Graduation Year: _______
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY ON THIS FORM
Course
Course Name
Course #
Credits
English
Language 9
1401/1402/1403/1404 1
Social Studies
(circle one)
Social Studies 9
OR (circle one)
Honors Social Studies 9
2342
OR (circle one)
2343 .5
Science
Biology I & II
2219/2220
Math PE
PE 9
5003/5004
Health
1610
Technology
Computer Apps
1244
Elective
Band (circle if taking course)
3006/3007/3008/3009
.25/term
Choir (circle if taking course)
3010/3011/3012/3013
Orchestra (circle if taking course)
3014/3015/3016/3017
Total Credits: 8
Alternate:
The requested courses will be used to determine the number of sections needed.
*All 2 Term classes MUST have 2 numbers
**Circle music electives that will be taken (ex. Band & Choir only students would circle only Band & Choir)

12. Note on Schedule Changes!
The following are legitimate reasons for class changes IF class size allows it:
To meet graduation requirements
You failed a course and need to get it into your schedule
Did not meet prerequisite for course
To improve the rigor of your course selection
Computer error in your schedule
Make adjustments for Youth Options/Youth Apprenticeship/course options
Lack of foundational skills
Schedule changes will NOT be made for lunch changes, to be with friends, to switch hours, and/or to switch teachers
Students who request a change, will need to fill out a Schedule Change form (available in the Student Services Office) & return the form with a parent signature.

13. Required Courses for Graduation
Language Arts Credits
Social Studies Credits
Science Credits
Math Credits
Physical Education Credits
Health Credits
Computer Apps Credits
Personal Finance Credits
Elective Credits
Total Credits

14. Available Resources Power Hour: 3-4 p.m. Monday-Thurs. Math Tutoring:
M-F before school
M-Th: after school
Advisory everyday during the school day
9th grade individual grade checks (weekly with counselor)
Individual Teachers available before or after school
Office Hours are posted on their classroom door.
LMC open 7-4 (computers, help with research, study area)
ESL services
TAG/Advanced Placement/Youth Options Coordinator
Case Manager for those with IEP’s

15. Success is Simple! Study consistently Review, reread, understand
Pay attention in class - take notes, participate
Retakes are not always an option
Have good attendance
Complete all assignments thoroughly
Turn in all assignments & on time
Keep track of grades through I.C.
Consistent communication with teachers
Build a relationship
USE YOUR RESOURCES

16. Daily Schedule Period 1: 7:40am – 9:04am Advisory: 9:14am – 9:46am
Period 3: 11:21am – 1:15pm (Lunch Period)
1st Lunch: Lunch: 11:21am - 11:51am
Class: 11:51am - 1:15pm
2nd Lunch: Class: 11:21am - 12:01pm
Lunch: 12:03pm - 12:33pm
Class: 12:35pm – 1:15pm
3rd Lunch: Class: 11:21am - 12:45pm
Lunch: 12:45pm - 1:05pm
Period 4: 1:21pm – 2:45pm

17. General Information Lunch: Closed Campus
Holmen High School Course Description Guide
Available online under the Student Services Website
Summer School
Transition Programs:
August Registration/Orientation
PRIDE DAY! September 2017 (special day just for freshmen)
9th grade weekly check-ins with counselor
Mentors in 9th grade advisory

18. Stay Informed Parent Portal on Infinite Campus
District/High School website
Daily announcements via
Parent Teacher Conferences-Mid-term (Four Times a Year)
Student & Family Handbook
Monthly Newsletter via
Follow us on Facebook Vikings), Twitter
Parent Meetings
P/T Conference

19. Special Programs/Recognitions
Renaissance Program
gpa = Maroon Renaissance
3.0 – gpa = White Renaissance
National Honor Society
3.67 GPA or higher; service, character
Junior & Senior Year
PBIS
Pride Cards

20. Questions or Concerns?

21. Thank You For Coming!