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WELCOME Penncrest Course Selection 2014-2015

WELCOME Penncrest Course Selection 2014-2015. Mrs. Griffin Mrs. Graham. COURSE SELECTION PROCESS FOR 9TH GRADE. Teacher recommendations available to view in HAC. Penncrest information night with parents. Request courses in HAC during LA class.

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WELCOME Penncrest Course Selection 2014-2015

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  1. WELCOMEPenncrest Course Selection2014-2015 Mrs. Griffin Mrs. Graham

  2. COURSE SELECTION PROCESS FOR 9TH GRADE Teacher recommendationsavailable to view in HAC Penncrestinformation night with parents Request courses in HAC during LA class Course verifications printed and mailed from Penncrest February12 JANUARY 30 March 3 Feb 13- 25 ACTION: Get information about classes and ask questions. ACTION: LAST DAY to submit waivers at middle school. ACTION: BE PREPARED! HAC password Course choices Signed waivers! ACTION: Discuss your choices with your parents, counselor and teachers.

  3. PENNCREST SCHEDULE

  4. ELECTIVES • See page 9 of Course Selection Guide for choices. • Languages: Spanish, French, Latin, Chinese • Classes are 1 full year or 2 semesters (1/2 year): • Drawing (SEM) + Painting (SEM) = 1 elective • Intro to Business (YR) = 1 elective • Need to choose alternate(except band, chorus, orchestra) • Course description by department in book (check for prerequisites) • Make choice Feb. 13-25 (during LA class)

  5. Rank Level • Level of difficulty (not a measure of intelligence) • Level 1 is most difficult. • Homework/studying estimates: - Level 1 approximately 4 hours/week - Level 2 approximately 3 hours/week - Level 3 approximately 2 hours/week • All levels can lead to college. • Teachers recommend based on grades, test scores and work ethic (how hard you work). • Can be different for each class • Can change from year to year

  6. Waivers • Teachers will recommend you for the highest rank level in which you will be successful (B or higher). • If you and your parents disagree you can waive up or down 1 level by signing form. • This is a commitment! Your schedule will not be changed if you are struggling (tutors, extra help, or repeat class if you fail).

  7. BE PREPARED! • Request courses in LA classes Feb. 13-25. • Select desired classes including electives, rank levels, and alternates. • Have HAC password and signed waivers ready. *You will only be able to access HAC to request courses during the school day. *You will automatically be scheduled for teacher recommended classes unless you submit a signed waiver.

  8. QUESTIONS??????

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