Welcome Del Norte Nighthawks Class of 2019!

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1 Welcome Del Norte Nighthawks Class of 2019!

2 Del Norte High School Counseling Department Counselors Mrs. Kihneman: A-Ed Mr. Roty: Ee-La Mr. Eveleth: Lb-Ra Mrs. Marron: Rb-Z Guidance Technician Mrs. Sutherland Mrs. Gray

3 High School Graduation Requirements A minimum of 230 credits in the following subject areas English: 40 credits Social Science: 30 credits World History, US History, Civics/Econ Science: 20 credits One year life science + one year physical science Mathematics: 20 credits Including Algebra 1-2 PE & Health: 20 PE credits + 5 credits (ENS trimesters additional PE) Fine Art or Foreign Lang: 5 credits Fine Art: 5 credits Electives: 85 credits Pass the High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)

4 High School vs. Four-year College HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION UC/CSU A-G REQUIREMENTS Social Science: 30 credits, World History, US History, Civics/Economics English: 40 credits Mathematics: 20 credits, Including Algebra 1-2 Science: 20 credits, One year life science + one year physical science Fine Art or Foreign Lang: 5 credits Fine Art: 5 credits Practical Art, PE, Health, Computer Literacy A Social Science 2 years, World History & US History B English 4 years C Mathematics 3 years (recommend 4+) including Algebra 1-2, Geometry 1-2, Algebra 3-4 D Lab Science 2 years (recommend 3+) one year life science & one year physical science E Foreign Language 2 years same language (recommend 3+) F Visual & Performing Art 1 year (two trimesters) of same class G College-Prep Elective 1 year Passing grade is D or better Grades must be C s or better

5 Sample 9 th Grade Schedule at Traditional High School Period Semester 1 Semester 2 1 HS English 1 HS English 2 2 Algebra 1 Algebra 2 3 Freshman PE 1 Freshman PE 2 4 Health Ceramics 1 5 Spanish 1 Spanish 2 6 Biology 1 Biology 2 5 credits per passing class semester X 12 class semesters = 60 possible credits

6 Trimester vs. Traditional Semester Trimester allows flexibility 4 or 5 classes/trimester 4 classes + off-roll period (all 4 years) Equals same course load as traditional semester Can still fit in all HS graduation & college requirements 5 classes/trimester Extra/heavier academic load Opportunity to explore or fit in-depth area of interest Great for athletes to take off roll Band, ASB, Yearbook, etc. fit well as 5 th class

7 Off Roll What is it? Off Roll is a time in the student s day when they are not enrolled in a class. Students who are passing their courses can choose up to one off roll period per trimester. 1 st Period Off Roll = Any 9 th Grade Student 5 th Period Off Roll = 9 th Grade Students who earn a 3.0 GPA or above in their previous grading period

8 Sample 9 th Grade Schedule at Del Norte Period Trimester 1 Trimester 2 Trimester 3 1 HS English 1 Off-roll or elective Off-roll or elective 2 Algebra 1 Biology 2 Geometry 1 3 ENS 1 Algebra 2 ENS 3 4 Spanish 1/Chinese1 or other elective ENS 2 Spanish 3/Chinese 3 or other elective 5 Biology 1 Spanish 2/Chinese2 or other elective HS English 2

9 Sample 9 th Grade Schedule at Del Norte (Band, Orchestra or other yearlong elective class) Period Trimester 1 Trimester 2 Trimester 3 1 Honors English 1 Biology 1 Honors English 2 2 Geometry 1 Spanish 4 Trigonometry 3 ENS 1 ENS 2 Biology 2 4 Concert Band or Orchestra Concert Band or Orchestra Concert Band or Orchestra 5 Spanish 3 Geometry 2 ENS 3

10 A History/Social Science

11 B English English Prep/HSE 1-2 (3 trimesters)

12 C Mathematics

13 D Laboratory Science

14 E Language Other Than English

15 Electives DNHS Course Offerings are listed on front and back side of CRF form World Languages Fine Art Electives Electives Off-Roll

16 Physical Education Select one of the following: ENS Marching PE and ENS 1-2 Marching PE Tall Flags and ENS 1-2

17 Step #1: Read all instructions Step #2: Select classes and check boxes Step #3: Enter number of classes

18 Important! Total number of classes (including any off roll) must total 15 Step #4: Required signatures & Contact information

19 Example of CRF Front Teacher initials next to course selections.

20 Example of CRF Back Be sure to list alternative selections for electives Total classes = 15!

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22 Online Registration

23 Online Registration Use student Novell Login

24 Online Registration

25 Online Registration HAVE YOUR COMPLETED CRF & INSTRUCTION SHEET WITH YOU TO ENTER COURSES ONLINE. BE SURE TO ENTER COURSE NUMBERS FROM YOUR CRF TOTAL OF 15 CLASSES, INCLUDING OFF ROLL PLEASE SELECT ALTERNATE ELECTIVES!!

26 Course Request Instructions DEADLINE: After completing Steps 1 & 2: Turn in CRF to your teacher on or before: March 27 Must include: CRF form with required signatures A print screen copy of your online course selection

27 Resources & tools to help with selection process Handouts you are taking home today Counseling website, Course Request Incoming 9 th tab Forms, handouts Course Catalog Important Dates/Times

28 Include PUSD Graduation Requirement & College Prep classes when choosing courses

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32 Strategies for School Success Come to school everyday and on time Use a planner in class & at home. Do all assignments & study for tests Tutorial: Mon/Wed/Thurs 3:02 3:32 p.m. Ask teachers for extra help Work on group project or form a study group Check Synergy/My Plan at least weekly Communicate with teachers Get involved join clubs, sports, attend events Challenge yourself but don t take too heavy of a load and be careful not to over-commit Take care of yourself; eat right & get enough sleep See your school counselor

33 Seeing your Counselor Grades slipping, need extra help Course load, course choices Having difficulty in or out of school Questions on high school or college requirements College searches & application process Career exploration Need someone to talk to

34 Important Dates Night at the Museum Tuesday, March 3 rd 6:00-7:30 pm Del Norte High School 8th Grade Information Night Tuesday, March 17 th 5:00 7:20 pm Del Norte Gymnasium 8th Grade CRF Parent Q&A Drop-In March 19 th and 24 th 3:30 5:30 pm DNHS Staff Lounge Please drop-in if you have additional CRF questions CRF forms due Friday, March 27 th

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