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 2021
Handouts:
Online Registration Instructions (Green)
Commonly Asked Questions (White)
Course Listing Book
is available online at rcas.org. Click on Schools, High School, Stevens (left side registration).
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5. Stevens High School Online Registration CLASS OF 2021
Find your green registration information handout.
Write your name on it.
Write the following:
For Help!
Call
Stevens High School
(Marcia)

6. This letter was mailed to your home address.
Keep password confidential!
This letter includes registration directions, user name and password
Keep username and password confidential!

7. 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

8. 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

9. 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
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10. Required English 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

11. Required Math Credits (3)
Grade
Class
Credit
9th Grade
Integrated Math1 (Math Lab)
(Int. Math 2 for students that pass end of course exam for Int. Math 1)
1.0
10th Grade
Integrated Math 2
11th Grade
Integrated Math 3
12th Grade
Math Elective

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

13. Consider Academic Status When Selecting Science Courses
Most 9th grade students will take Physical Science 1 and 2
Continue sequence by taking Biology 1 and 2 and then choose between Chemistry and Physics
Some 9th grade students will take Biology 1 and 2
Science students who complete Integrated Math 1 with an A and 8th grade science with an A may take Biology instead of Physical Science
Continue sequence by taking Chemistry and Physics

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

15. Required Credit 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, Youth Internship

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

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

18. World Language
Students shall have at least a C average in English if they register for German 1 or Spanish 1.

19. 9TH Grade Required Classes
All incoming 9th graders will be registered for the following required classes:
English 9
World History, World Geography
Math 1 or 2 *(Your middle school math teacher will provide us a recommended math course for each student.) (Math Lab)
Science

20. Elective Credits (3 credits)
You will choose 3 total credits of elective classes.
You will take Reading if you do not score on the SRI (9th grade reading level required for high school graduation).
A list of elective classes available to 9th graders is provided in your registration handout (green).

21. 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
Questions please see your middle school counselor
Test out info will updated in Spring

23. Online Registration Instructions
You will need your username and password to complete the On-Line Registration (These were mailed to you)
You will be able to submit your course requests on-line from home or school beginning January 30 – February 15, 2017 (Registration Window)
January 30 – February 15, contact Stevens High School (7:30-4:00 PM) for assistance ( ask for Marcia)
Communicate your selected courses with your parent/guardian for his/her approval

24. The Value of Education!
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25. 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

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