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Rising Sophomores
Course Selection Presentation
What you need to knowWhich core course to take next
yearYour State Required ElectivesProcedure to turn in your course
selection sheet and 4 Year PlanChanges and updatesQuestions
Appointment Procedures Your appointment date/time is listed on your
white folder. Appointments last 5-10 minutes. BE ON TIME! Have your forms filled out completely with all
required signatures. If you do not turn in a course selection form, we
will create a schedule for you. The course selection guide is on the SPHS
website Description of courses Explanation of prerequisites or co-requisites
During your appointment time…
You will turn in your completed 4-year plan
AND you will turn in your course requests for next year:
Schedule Change Update Beginning the first day of school, ALL schedule
changes must be approved by the assistant principal in charge of curriculum. Counselors will be available during the summer and specified drop/add days to consider any necessary changes to schedules. Students will receive a listing of their classes for the 2015-2016 school year in May. No teacher names or permanent order will be listed. If there is a problem, counselors will be available by appointment to meet with students and/or parents to consider any necessary adjustments. Changes will be considered only if it is a school error or a necessary academic change. Elective changes are discouraged. Schedule changes will be handled by appointment only.
Please choose your courses wisely.
At least four (4.0) credits that meet one of the following criteria: Two (2.0) credits of a foreign language in the same language and
two (2.0) credits in a college-level course (i.e., Advanced Placement, or Dual Enrollment classes)
Three (3.0) credits of a foreign language in the same language and one (1.0) credit in a college-level course (i.e., AP or Dual Enrollment)
At least two (2.0) credits of science that meet one of the following criteria: One (1.0) credit in Chemistry and one (1.0) credit in Physics OR One (1.0) credit in Chemistry and one (1.0) credit in an AP science
course At least one (1.0) credit in math at the Pre-Calculus level Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher A minimum of 28 earned total credits
Diploma Endorsements:HCS Seal of Scholastic Excellence
CORE ACADEMI
C CLASSES
Math Algebra 1A/B now,
Principles of Geometry next
Algebra 1 now, Geometry or Pre-AP Geometry next
Pre-AP Geometry now, Algebra 2 w/trig or Algebra 2 w/trig Pre-AP next Teacher
signature is REQUIRED for
all math classes.
EnglishEnglish 9 now,
English 10 or Pre-AP English 10 next
Pre-AP English 9 now, Pre-AP English 10 or English 10 next
Teacher signature is REQUIRED for Pre-AP
English
ScienceBiology now,
Active Physics or Chemistry next
Pre-AP Biology now, Chemistry or Pre-AP Chemistry next
Teacher signature is REQUIRED for
Pre-AP Chemistry
HistoryWorld History 9
now, U.S. History 10 next
Pre-AP World History 9 now, AP U.S. History 10 or U.S. History 10 nextTeacher
signature is REQUIRED for
AP History
New Academies Skilled Trades Academy
Select a vocational career for an in-depth introduction through an on-line dual enrollment class. Content will be provided on-line by community colleges associated with Spain Park High School. Possible course options include Automotive Technology, Cosmetology, Manufacturing Technology, Welding, and Culinary Arts.
Finance Academy Finance Academy 2-Business and Personal Finance
IT Academy IT Academy 2-Graphic Design/Web Design
1st semester: Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator 2nd semester: Adobe Dreamweaver
Virtual classes will be scheduled for either Zero, 1st, 6th, or 7th period. Students will note on their course selection form what
class period they prefer. However, the class period is not guaranteed and will be based on availability in the master schedule.
The course teacher will be a Hoover City Schools teacher, and he/she will have Spain Park office hours during the class period to offer assistance to students as needed.
While most of the work will be done at home/online, students may be required to report to the school for class meetings or to complete assignments, but students would have advance notice from the teacher of these meetings.
Virtual Classes
Students who choose to take virtual classes must be driven and self-motivated.
Students will be expected to take initiative and visit the course teacher during his/her office hours to get help when needed.
Students must have regular access to the internet. Unless students are attending a class meeting or
working with the teacher during office hours, students enrolled in a virtual course should make plans to be OFF CAMPUS during the class period. So, you will not be able to sit in the SPHS library each
day and work on your virtual class.
What do I need to know?
VIRTUAL CLASSES
oHealthoSpanish 2
Required Electives PE 9 1.0 credit Health 0.5 credit Career Prep 1.0 credit
CTE/Foreign Language/Arts 3.0 creditsChoose any combination of Career Technical Education, Arts Education and/or Foreign Language courses.
Driver’s EducationNeed a permit to take Driver’s
EducationWrite on your course selection sheet
which semester you want to take Driver’s Education
Must complete 4 courses in one area
Recommend you complete one AP course AP Music Theory AP Studio Art
Talk to your fine art teacher for more information.
Fine Arts Academy
BandChoirArt
DanceTheater
ELECTIVESo Please check the Course Selection
Guide on the SPHS website for a full list of elective descriptions. • Elective descriptions may be spread
out throughout the Course Selection Guide depending on the course content (AP Human Geography is listed in the History section)
Some of them require pre-requisites or teacher signatures so look CLOSELY
Instructional Support AideApplications in Guidance; see Ms. Varner (123)Library AideSee Mr. Middlebrooks (Library)Peer HelpersSee Mrs. Engates (JAG Room)Yearbook StaffSee Mrs. Rodgers (229)Scholars BowlSee Mr. Parker (110)
Electives that Require Applications
You MUST speak with these teachers if you wish to take any of these classes
German I (Virtual) Computer Science Principles
Introduction to central ideas of computing and computer science
AP Computer Science Must have taken Algebra 2 Trig Will pay for and take the AP Exam in May
Dietetics In-depth study of the science of food (nutrition,
weight control, maintenance of good health and the preparation of food, etc.)
New Electives
NEW ELECTIVES Ceramics 1 & 2 (Ceramics no longer requires Art I
as pre-requisite) ACT Prep (semester course) Interior Design I (year-long course)
Choosing, furnishing, and maintaining a home Fashion Design (must have taken Fashion this year)
Gaining efficiency in sewing skills/techniques Fashion Media (must have taken Fashion this year)
Explores factors related to the retail industry and fashion business
Dual Enrollment Culinary & Hospitality Institute at Jeff State
Community College
ALL MATH COURSES REQUIRE A TEACHER
SIGNATURE!!!
REMEMBER
You MUST choose 2 alternate electivesThey cannot be electives that require an interview/application processYou also must make sure that you meet the pre-requisites for the course (if necessary)
Why do I have to choose alternate electives?A course you chose won’t fit in your schedule (this happens OFTEN!)A course you chose doesn’t “make” and we will no longer offer itA course you chose is full You make or do not make a team/elective required by try-outs
Remember… while you are out for the summer, we are here working on your schedules! Please help us by giving us a few options you would be OK with in the event that one of these situations happens with your schedule!
AP ContractIf you are taking an AP course, you and your parents must sign an AP contract form. This form is in your packet. Override LettersIf your teacher or counselor doesn’t recommend for you to take a course, then you and your parents will have to sign an override letter. This letter will remain on file with your counselor.
**All of these forms will be in the Guidance Office. If you need either of these forms, you MUST bring the completed and signed form with you to your appointment.
Additional Forms you may need to bring to your Course Selection
Appointment
Friendly Reminders Your appointment date/time is listed on your
white folder. Appointments last 5-10 minutes. BE ON TIME! Have your forms filled out completely with all
required signatures. If you do not turn in a course selection form, we
will create a schedule for you. The course selection guide is on the SPHS
website Description of courses Explanation of prerequisites or co-requisites
Make sure you have a parent initial your 4 Year Plan and sign your Course Request sheets– it is State Mandated to have a parent signature on file!
Make sure you have 2 alternate electives on your Course Request sheet
Final Reminders
