1. Incoming Student Course Selection
Canyon Crest Academy

2. Agenda Resources and Staying Informed 4 x 4 Schedule
High School Graduation & CSU/UC Subject Requirements and CTE Pathways
Course Selection Guidance
Steps to Complete Course Selection
AERIES Online Course Selection
Important Dates and Reminders

3. Staying Informed CCA main website Bell schedule CCA Calendar
CCA Counseling Website: Incoming Student Course Selection
Athletics

4. The 4 x 4 Schedule Course 1 Course 2 Course 3 Course 4 Course 5
Each term, students complete 3-4 courses. Each course covers one full year of curriculum.
Course 1
Course 2
Course 3
Course 4
Course 5
Course 6
Course 7
Course 8

5. SDUHSD Graduation Requirements
40 credits English
30 credits Math
30 credits Social Science
20 credits Science
20 credits Physical Education
10 credits Fine/Performing Art
10 credits Practical Art
70 credits Electives
Students must pass Integrated Math 1 and State Mandated Health Curriculum
You can check your graduation status on Aeries under the Grades tab

6. UC/CSU A-G Requirements
A – History/Social Science – 2 required
B – English – 4 required
C – Mathematics – 3 required, 4 recommended
* must include Integrated Math 3
D – Lab Science – 2 required, 3 recommended
E – Foreign Language – 2 required, 3 recommended
* must be the same language
F – Visual/Performing Art – 1 required
G – College Prep Elective – 1 required
Students must pass these classes with a C or higher

7. CTE Pathways
CTE pathways are a great way to discover interests, explore careers, be prepared for college, and demonstrate a depth of interest in a field on your college application
Completion of a CTE pathway will be indicated on your high school transcript

8. Course Selection Guidance
Research the course profiles on the counseling website
Choose electives wisely! Select at least two alternatives for each
Talk to your teachers for recommendations or to learn more about a specific class
Consider your extracurricular commitments and the need for an unscheduled period
Remember: the only way to guarantee you will not have a class in a specific period is to request an unscheduled period during that time

9. PE Requirements
All 9th grade students must enroll in Year One PE or Dance which include the health curriculum
Eligible students may apply to SDUHSD for Independent Study Physical Education (ISPE).
For both Fall & Spring ISPE, eligible students must submit an online application from April 15 – May 31 via the SDUHSD website.
All 9th grade students who are approved for ISPE will be offered the required Health curriculum and must complete it by the district deadline. *There will be no exceptions to the district deadlines for ISPE & Health.
9th grade students must pass the PFT to remain eligible for ISPE or athletic PE credit. 

10. Off Campus Coursework
Students may take up to 30 credits of pre-approved off campus coursework to supplement their CCA courses.
No student may begin to acquire high school credits until the day after the completion of the 8th grade.
Off campus math courses may not be used to accelerate from college prep to SDUHSD honors level math courses unless they are taken in combination with a SDUHSD Bridge course
If you plan to complete an off campus course follow the steps below:
Consult with your current middle school counselor.
Submit an SDUHSD Off Campus Course Permission Form at your designated registration night, or to CCA during the week of May only.

11. Balance & Wellness
There is a lot of flexibility in the 4x4 schedule; you can and should spread out your academic requirements throughout your high school career.
Remain open-minded about trying new courses and exploring interests
This is your personal high school experience, and it should include more than just school and homework time. What will excite you? Do you have time for sports, clubs, or activities? How will you find time for your social, family, and personal time?
Be mindful of homework loads by reviewing course profiles – there are only 24 hours in a day.
SDUHSD Talking Points for a School-Life Balance Plan
These 4 years go by quickly – enjoy them!

12. Course Selection Guidelines
Students must take a minimum of three classes each semester
Grade level preference may be given to all courses and courses may be canceled due to insufficient interest or staffing restrictions
Students are selecting classes; we cannot guarantee any specific terms, periods or teachers. If a class is already in your schedule, we cannot make changes to move terms or periods
Schedule changes cannot be made to accommodate extracurricular activities (jobs, internships, sports, etc.) – if you cannot have a class during a particular period, request an unscheduled period
***No elective changes will be made after the start of the year***

13. Student Ambassadors

14. Steps to complete Course Selection
Think carefully! You are selecting a year-long schedule
Step 1: Fill out the contract completely, including student and parent signatures
Step 2: Submit course requests online using the Aeries parent portal by March 29
Step 3: Turn in your signed paper contract at your designated course selection night in the learning commons on March 26-28
We recommend you take a picture or photocopy of your contract
Steps to complete Course Selection

15. Selecting Courses on your Course Contract
On the back of the course selection contract is a list of classes you can choose from. *Some courses are offered one term only. This is indicated by the course numbers Courses numbers with no S at the end – Fall Only Courses with /S at the end – Fall and Spring Courses with only an S at the end – Spring Only Courses with a P at the end – UC/CSU approved

16. Application/Audition Courses
Refer to the application/audition only page for instructions, deadlines and materials
Select the course you are applying/auditioning for on your paper contract and online – but choose 2 alternates in case you do not get into the class
EXCEPTION – ASB! Sign up for an Unscheduled 2nd period online and choose 2 alternates, but write ASB on your paper contract

17. How to Select Courses ONline
Step 1
Log-in to the Parent Aeries account to select courses online.
Step 1. Select “Change Student” and click on your students “Pre-Enrolled Canyon Crest Academy” Tab
Step 2. Select “Student Info” and scroll down the drop-down menu to “Course Requests Entry”
Step 2

18. How to Select Courses IN AERIES
If you need to delete a course click the red X
4. Click “Add Alternate” to add one alternate for each elective course (write at least TWO on the paper contract).
Choose a total of 8 courses using the search filter.
4 courses for the Fall term (course number without an “S”)
4 courses for the Spring term (course number with an “S”)
There is no submit or save button on the Aeries portal!

19. Course Selection Nights
You must attend the night that corresponds with your last name to turn in your completed Course Selection Contract and required enrollment forms, and to complete the registration process.
Parents and students who have specific questions about course selection will have an opportunity to meet briefly with CCA Staff on their designated night.
Students with last names A-G Tuesday, March 26, :00 – 6:30 pm
Students with last names H-P Wednesday, March 27, :00 – 6:30 pm
Students with last names Q-Z Thursday, March 28, :00 – 6:30 pm
Course Selection Nights are in the CCA Learning Commons

20. Course Selection Nights
Attendance at course selection nights is encouraged. If you are unable to attend you may drop off your completed course contract in the administration office by Friday, March 29, 2019 by 3:00 PM
In order to be consistent and fair to all incoming students, your designated Course Selection Night will be your only opportunity to meet with us to receive individualized course selection guidance. Please come prepared with your questions so that CCA staff are able to adequately advise you and your student in a timely manner.

21. Important reminders
You are choosing a yearlong schedule, so select carefully! Think about your full year ahead and what your school/life balance will look like.
Be thoughtful about choosing alternates, and remember no elective changes will be made after the start of the school year.
Online course selection and paper contracts are due by Friday, March 29, 2019.
Students will be able to view their class schedule in the Aeries portal in August.
After Friday, March 29, 2019, no requests to make a change can be permitted until Raven Readiness Days in August, 2019
If, for any reason, you do not enroll by Friday, March 29, 2019 at 4:00 PM, you will forfeit your spot at CCA and you will be enrolled at your boundary high school.