1. 10 th graders 2015 2015-2016

2. Welcome To Spring Registration

3. It is essential that accurate and appropriate choices be made during spring registration.

4. In order to make good decisions you must pay close attention to the registration guidelines. This can have an effect on graduation and your participation in extra-curricular activities.

5. TOOLS FOR REGISTRATION Found at: www.mesquiteisd.org 2015-2016 ** Endorsement pathway packet

6. Carefully review the Course Description Guide online for every class that you are considering, as well as other important information such as…………….. 2014-2015

7. GENERAL INFORMATION NCAA Student Athletes Advanced Placement (AP) Program Early Graduation Minimum College Entrance Requirements Award of Credit Classification of Students College Courses Dual Credit Gifted and Talented Program Grade Points AND Local Credit

8. REVIEW THE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOUNDATION PLAN REQUIRED COURSES English Math Science Social Studies (incl. Govt.) Physical Education Health Communication Applications Technology Education Fine Arts Foreign Language Electives REQUIRED CREDITS 4 3 1.5 1 2 5 Total 24

10. **Must take an one additional advanced math and science (4 th math and science)  ROTC ◦ Four ROTC courses  CTE Coherent Sequence ◦ Limited Enrollment Programs ◦ Four or more credits in CTE electives – 2 credits from the same career cluster, one advanced level CTE course, final course from CTE career cluster  Education and Training – Ready, Set, Teach  Health Sciences – Clinical Rotation  Human Services – Cosmetology, Manicurist  Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security – Law Enforcement

11. Review the Course Listing. Notice if you are required to get a signature in order to sign up for the class.

12. AP, Pre AP, Honors Classes (If you are not currently in an AP, Pre AP, or Honors class) To be eligible for these classes you must: Signature and form from subject area teacher Signature from parent/guardian Must have an 85 or better in subject

13. Student Credit Audit

15. Grab your pencil and registration card and let’s get started!

16. Sign up for your English class Pre-AP must have teacher signature! *or English 3 English 2 1200

17. Sign up for your Math course. Pre-AP must have teacher signature! *Or Algebra 2 English 2 1200 Geometry 2200

18. English 2 1200 Geometry 2200 Sign up for your Science Course. ALL science classes must have teacher signature! **If you are currently in Environmental Systems – you need Biology 3100 Chemistry 3300

19. English 2 1200 Geometry 2200 Chemistry 3300 Sign up for your Social Studies Course. Reg World History  Reg US History (4300) Pre-AP World History  Pre-AP World Geo (4101) AP Human Geography  AP World History (4205) Honors must have teacher signature! US History 4300

21. English 2 1200 Geometry 2200 Chemistry 3300 Look at your pathway Are you in the class listed under 9 th ? Sign up now Sign up for the class listed under 10 th. US History 4300 Pathway Elective

22. English 2 1200 Geometry 2200 Chemistry 3300 US History 4300 Sign up for a required class or an elective. This is a perfect time to register for your foreign language class. You must have 2 credits of the same foreign language to graduate. Spanish 1 5011

23. How do I sign up for double blocked classes? (athletics, band, orchestra, etc.) Signature 1200 2200 3300 4300 5011 6146 8213 Football 8200 K. Groves English 2 Geometry Chemistry US History Spanish 1 BIM Football

24.  Double blocked classes – Athletics, Band, Orchestra, Varsity Drill  They might conflict if you have also chosen a pathway that will be double blocked your junior and/or your senior year. ◦ An elective with a (2) is double blocked ◦ Consider summer school for other required classes  BIM, Health, Speech, PE, Foreign Language

25. I’m not sure which Band, Orchestra, or Choir to sign up for because we haven’t had tryouts yet……… Sign up for the class that you are in this year. Do I need a signature from my director for Band, Orchestra, or Choir YES !!!!!!!

26. English 2 1200 Geometry 2200 Chemistry 3300 US History 4300 Spanish 1 5011 Sign up for an additional required class or an elective. Health.5 Speech.5 Fine Arts 1 Technology 1 PE 1 BIM 6146

27. English 2 1200 Geometry 2200 Chemistry 3300 US History 4300 Spanish 1 5011 Sign up for an additional required class or an elective. BIM 6146 Theatre 1 5511

28. What if I am trying out for a class that as of today I have not qualified for?

29. English 2 1200 Geometry 2200 Chemistry 3300 US History 4300 Spanish 1 5011 BIM 6146 Theatre 1 5511 Circle the classes that you wish to drop if you are later accepted into Varsity Drill, Cheerleading, Etc. We will make the change when the list becomes available. Write alternate in the last column. Lifetime N. Bus Law 6194 6149 Varsity Drill

30. List 2 full credit alternates and 2 half credit alternates. These should be classes you would want to take if you do not get your first choice.

31. I have read and understand the rules regarding alternate choices and substitutions. Student’s Signature Date Full Credit Alternates Half Credit Alternates 1. Engineering Design 1. Dollars & Sense 2. Accounting 1 2. Interpersonal Studies Ima Pirate 3/15/13

32. Schedule Changes  NO schedule changes will be made after June 5th  Any Pre-AP, GT or Honors class must be dropped by June 5 th  Choose your classes carefully!!

34. What happens if I leave the alternates blank?

35. Mrs. Edwards will choose a class for you and you will not be able to change that class.

36. The rest is up to you. Don’t forget…..

37. List eight blocks of classes on your registration card.

38. List 2 full credit alternates and 2 half credit alternates.

39. GET SIGNATURES From a parent or guardian From teachers listed for classes requiring teacher signatures On forms requiring signatures from parents

40. If you do all of this… YOU will have the best schedule we can provide!