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Welcome to SW class of 2020

Welcome to the Shorewood Class of 2020 guide! Discover graduation requirements, credit earning tips, and how to get involved in clubs, sports, volunteering, and leadership opportunities. Learn about registration, credit requirements, and what colleges look for. Get answers to FAQs, find out how to contact teachers, navigate specialized programs, apply middle school credits, and plan your schedule. Don't miss the registration guide with details on class selection, grad requirements, and policies. Stay ahead with your four-year plan and get ready for an exciting high school journey!

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Welcome to SW class of 2020

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  1. Welcome to SW class of 2020

  2. What we will cover today • General Shorewood information • 2020 Graduation Requirements • Registration information

  3. Get Involved! • Clubs • Sports • Volunteer • Leadership • Have fun!

  4. Earning High School Credit • The school year is divided into 2 semesters • Students take 6 classes per semester • .5 credit is earned for each class passed • 6.0 credits earned per year • 22.5 credits are needed to graduate

  5. Keep in Mind • Graduating = credits! • Need to pass • Need to be there – attendance policy • Get help when you need it

  6. Shoreline School District Graduation Credit Requirements • English 4.0 • Social Studies 3.0 • Science 3.0 • Mathematics 3.0 • Fine, Visual or Performing Arts 1.0 • Health & PhysicalEducation 2.0 • OccupationalEducation 1.0 • World Language 1.0 • Electives4.5 • Total: 22.5

  7. Additional Graduation Requirements • State tests in: English, Math and Science • Senior Project • 40 hours of Community Service

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  9. What Colleges are looking for: • High GPA and academic rigor • Minimum of 2 years World Language • 4 years of core subjects (as a general rule) • SAT/ACT • Activities and leadership

  10. Are You Planning To Play Collegiate Sports? • Talk to your counselor to make sure you are taking the required courses! • Register at www.eligibilitycenter.org and review the eligibility requirements along with approved courses.

  11. Frequently Asked Questions • How do I contact my teachers at Shorewood? • What if I am enrolled in a specialized program (IEP, ELL etc)? • Can I apply middle school credits to high school? • How do I fit it all in? • How many honors classes should I take? • Summer homework?

  12. Registration Time!

  13. Refer To TheRegistration Guide • Paper copy or Online • Information about classes, grad requirements, SW policies, college information and more!

  14. Example

  15. Sample 9th grade schedule

  16. Good To Know! • Students are committed to their class selections. • Teachers, counselors and family members are good resources for class suggestions. • Think ahead about your four-year plan.

  17. Due Date! • Tues. March 22nd

  18. Questions?

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