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Make careful course selections as classes cannot be changed after registration. Seniors have the option for a shortened schedule but should consider graduation requirements, transportation, sports eligibility, and college implications. Guidelines for changing or dropping classes are provided. Specific requirements for a high school diploma and consequences of failing a class are outlined. Information on NCAA eligibility and options for more electives are also provided. Important deadlines for course request changes are given.
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College and Career Academies of Auburn High School 2017 – 2018 School Year Registration
Pick Carefully !!! • Classes are created and teachers are hired based on the course selection students make. • This means we cannot honor requests for schedule changes once students make their decisions • Students mustchoose 7 classes Please consult the high school guide at the following URL: 2017-2018 High School Planning Guide
Seniors wanting a shortened schedule • Seniors have the option to choose a shortened schedule. However it is vital to consider: • Will I have all the credits needed for graduation? • Will I have my own transportation? • Will I remain eligible for interscholastic sports (must take 5 for eligibility) • Will my college frown upon a decreased load during my senior year? • Seniors wishing to have a shortened schedule should meet with their counselor during the 2017-18 registration in August
Guidelines for Changing or Dropping Classes *Classes are created and teachers are hired based on the course selections students make *This means we cannot honor requests for schedule changes once students make their decisions Changes will only be consideredfor the following reasons: • Students enrolled in a course which have not met prerequisites • Students needing a schedule change due their IEP • Seniors who need graduation requirements not in their schedule • A level change can be considered (but not guaranteed) for a student who is enrolled in a class that is too easy or difficult. However, students are expected to make all attempts to improve their grade before change is considered
Specific Requirements a High School Diploma • Requires 48 credits • 4 years of English • 1 year of U.S. History • 1 semester of American Government • 1 semester of Economics • 1 year of either World History or World Geography • 3 years of Mathematics (including Algebra & Geometry) • 1 year of Biology • 1 year of Physical Science, Chemistry or Earth Science • 1 year of elective science class • 3.5 years of Physical Education • 1 semester of Health • 2 year of Foreign Language, Art, Music or Vocational
Consequences of Failing a Class • Failed classes will NOT be put in next year’s course requests • Students failing a required class should meet with their counselor to discuss credit recovery options
NCAA Eligibility • Student athletes must take required core courses and meet specific standards on both their Grade Point Average (GPA) and ACT/SAT scores • If you are an athlete, you must become informed about the criteria you need to follow to be eligible to receive scholarship $ as an athlete
Want more electives in your schedule? • Consider taking zero hour Early bird PE which will begin at 7:30 • CAPA Students can also elect to take Early Bird CAPA Knight Band or CAPA Tech Theatre • Transportation will be provided
Deadlines for 2017-18 Registration • January 12th: Deadline for course request changes. • Revised sheets must be turned into your academy office
HPS Pathways Human Services ___ Psychology (12400) Student Leadership (12600) AP Psychology (12406) Law & Public Safety ___ Sociology/Criminal Law (10673) Intro to Criminal Justice (17214U) Intro to Crime Scenes <2018-19> Education (RU) ___ Child Development (21303) or Psychology (12400) AP Psychology (12406) or Child Care Careers (21309) Education Psychology and Intro to Teaching (21312)
