1. Parent ForecastingNight 2016/2017
Welcome to
Parent ForecastingNight
2016/2017

2. Names to Know Principal~ Mr. Dalton Assistant Principal~ Mr. Luce
Dean of Students~ Mr. Lazar
Randy, Dave, Therese introduce themselves

3. Counseling Department
Ms. McKenzie ~ Last names A-L
Ms. Fix~ Last names M –Z
It is important to meet with your counselor to discuss any questions you have about your classes.
Registrar ~ Mrs. Knapp
Quick intro for counselors

4. Our Mission:
…developing powerful and confident young adults who are controlling their own destiny and influencing their worlds.

5. Post Secondary Ready for ANYTHING!
Planning Your Future
Next Year th Grade!
Graduation Class of 2020!
Post Secondary Ready for ANYTHING!

6. Graduation Requirements (Page 5*)
Credits 26
Required and Elective credits
Essential Skills
Demonstrate Mastery in Reading, Writing, Math
Senior Project
Student choice and interest
Randy

7. Diploma Options (Page 5*)
Honors Diploma
Standard Diploma
4 Years Math
4 Years Science
Required Honors Level Coursework
45 Hours College Credit
30 Volunteer Hours
GPA and Test Score Requirements
Meet with your counselor!!
3 Years Math
3 Years Science
Standard Diploma Coursework

8. Schedules at MHS: 3 trimesters per year.
5 classes each trimester (+ Homeroom)
½ credit per class = 2.5 credits per trimester.
2 Trimesters = 1 credit course
E.g. 1 trimester English 9A + 1 trimester of English 9B = 1 full credit… in 2 trimesters instead of 3.

9. Example: 9th grade Schedule
Period:
Trimester 1 1
English 9A
Algebra 1B
Integrated Science B 2
Visual Arts 1
World Studies A
Yoga
3 (30 min) HR 4
Chorale A
Chorale B
Chorale C 5
Algebra 1A
PE 101
World Studies B 6
Metals 1A
Integrated Science A
English 9B

10. (That’s why if you forecast for the class, you’ll have to take it.)
Why Forecast? (Page 17*)
Students’ choices help us decide what classes to offer.
When you forecast, we create a spot in that class for you.
(That’s why if you forecast for the class, you’ll have to take it.)
This means….. put a great deal of thought into choosing your classes.

11. Forecasting: Forecasting Sheet
a. On the front: select required classes
(with teacher recommendation)
b. On the back: select elective classes (X marks 6)
(page #’s shown for course descriptions)*
(EXPLORE! Be CURIOUS! TRY something NEW!)
c. Also: select 4 alternate electives (A marks 4)
Curriculum Guide* (purple book)
a. Lots of Planning Info in the front
b. Rules and procedures in the middle
c. Course descriptions in the back

12. Required Courses in 9th Grade (Page 7*)
English 9 (Standard or Honors) (2 TRI)
World Studies (Standard or Honors) (2 TRI)
Integrated Science (2 TRI)
Algebra or Geometry (2 TRI, or 3 TRI Algebra)
PE 101 (1 TRI)

13. Elective Classes (starting page 30*)
Students choose 6 electives & 4 alternates.
Spanish: not a graduation requirement, but is for 4-year university entrance. Spanish is challenging.
Band and Chorale are 3 Trimester Courses.
Only Band, Chorale, and PE electives are repeatable for credit.

14. College Credit in High School (Page 10-12)
College Credits are guaranteed to transfer to any Oregon Public University.
Students can have almost 2 years of college done IN HIGH SCHOOL! $$$$$
Sign-up and fee information will be available.
(See Curriculum Guide* for college credit courses available to freshman)

15. Homeroom Meets Monday –Thursday for 30 minutes.
Same Homeroom: all 4 years.
Homeroom Grade: S/U grade & .25 credit per year.
Focuses on: Senior Project, improving grades, study skills, team building, and community and school involvement.
Tuesdays and Thursdays: students can go to their teachers for help in any class.

16. Where do I go for academic support?
Homeroom (Every Tuesday/ Thursday)
Power Hour (After school on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
Pizza Promise (After-school study time, once each trimester)
Counselor
Conferences (Once a trimester)
ParentVue/StudentVue (Online Program)

17. Adjourn to the Commons for:
Individual Questions
(for counselors, admin, or…)
Help/Advice with Forecasting Sheets
Turn in completed Forecasting Sheets
(or due February 24 at your middle school)
Pick up FREE FAMILY PASSES TO MHS BOYS BASKETBALL GAME TONIGHT!