COURSE SELECTION INFORMATION PROCESS

1. COURSE SELECTION INFORMATION & PROCESS Presented by the NHS North Guidance Department

2. 27 credits including the following courses are REQUIRED for graduation

3. English and Social Studies Seniors – English 4 or English elective (AP English Literature is offered) Juniors – English 3 and US History (AP English Language and AP US History are also offered) Sophomores – Humanities 2 (English 2 and Blueprints for America)

4. Math Math is sequential and, as a result, certain classes need to be taken in order. Ask your math teacher which course & level is right for you. All students need a minimum of (3) math credits, including Algebra 1, to graduate.

5. Math Courses Pre-Algebra Algebra 1 Geometry Algebra 2 Consumer Math Advanced Math Topics (extension) Discrete Math Pre-calculus Calculus or AP Calculus (can not take both) Statistics or AP Statistics (can not take both)

6. Science 1 credit Physical Science and 1 credit Life Science (Biology) is needed to graduate. Biology is the prerequisite for most science classes. We strongly encourage all students to continue the study of science. College admissions require at least three to four years of study.

7. World Language If you are planning to attend college, most colleges want to see a proficiency of at least 3 years in a language—this means you should complete French 3, German 3, Latin 3 or Spanish 3. Progression to the next year of study in a world language course depends on the results of an exit exam. If you choose to take AP Spanish or AP French, remember these are semester courses worth 1 credit.

8. Career Programs and Post-Secondary Planning

9. Choosing an academyfor JUNIORS only ACADEMY OF ARTS, HUMANITIES & COMMUNICATION (AHC) ACADEMY OF MATH, SCIENCE, & TECHNOLOGY (MST) ACADEMY OF BUSINESS & GLOBAL COMMUNICATION (BGC) ACADEMY OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES (HHS)

10. Career & Technical Programs at North Automotive Technology Culinary Arts Graphic Communications Biotechnology Cosmetology Hospitality & Tourism Financial Services Pre-Engineering

11. Career & Technical Programs at South Electrical Trades Technology Construction Technology CADD Careers in Education Video Production & Broadcasting Computer Networking HVAC Health Occupations Machine Technology

12. Courses Available at Alvirne High School Veterinary Science Agricultural Business & Management Landscaping Horticulture Forest Technology Agriculture Mechanics/Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technology All students are required to take the bus provided to and from Alvirne High School. Please note that due to travel, students will miss at least 20 minutes of class time daily.

13. GEARING UP FOR SENIOR YEAR CLASS of 2010

14. DEVELOPING A LIST OF SCHOOLS College searches www.collegeboard.com www.access.bridges.com www.petersons.com Visit schools (April vacation, summer vacation)

15. THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN LOOKING AT SCHOOLS… Majors/programs Size Location Admissions requirements Student profile Deadlines

16. DEVELOPING A COLLEGE LIST Use the equation 2 + 2 + 2 Research 2 or more safety schools, including a financial safety Research 2 OR MORE target schools Research 2 or more reach schools

17. STANDARDIZED TESTING SAT Reasoning Test SAT Subject Tests ACT TOEFL

18. UPCOMING SAT DEADLINES May 2 Test: Deadline March 31 June 6 Test: Deadline May 5

19. NCAA Students planning to participate in a Division 1 or 2 college sport must complete and submit the NCAA Clearinghouse form on-line. Students need to be familiar with all NCAA requirements www.ncaaclearinghouse.net

20. EDUCATIONAL TALENT SEARCH Program that assists students in the college application process To qualify for the program you need to meet 1 of the following criteria: Parents or legal guardians have not graduated from a 4 year school Single parent household Eligible for free or reduced lunch See your counselor or call 862-1562 for more information www.ets.unh.edu

21. JUNIOR YEAR CHECKLIST College Search/College Visits Register for SATs Develop a resume College Essay Letters of Recommendation Deadlines – early decision/action, regular, rolling Guidance Webpage

22. Completing Your Online Course Selection

23. Electronic course selection The course selection link is located on the district website and the Nashua North website. Or you can log on directly at https://x2.nashua.edu/aspen/logon.do Your Log In ID is your last name, first initial (there are some exceptions, this information is located on the sticker on the back of your course selection book) Your Password is the 4 digit code (located on the sticker on the back of your course selection book)

24. LOG IN SCREEN

25. CLICK “MY INFO”

26. CLICK “REQUESTS”

27. SELECT FOR EACH AREA

28. TEACHER RECOMMENDATIONS

29. You may use the “Notes for the counselor” for questions or problems. Please make sure that you include your email so we can respond to you, if necessary.

30. If you click the side tab for transcript and then the funnel icon at the upper right hand corner and select “current year,” you will see your transcript (this may be more than one page for upper classmen.

31. Online Course Selection Students must select EXACTLY 8 credits. Once you “post” your request you will not be able to change your request. Students must select 2 alternative classes.

32. Electives and Alternatives Choose electives that fulfill graduation requirements if you have not yet satisfied certain requirements. Make sure that you have taken required pre-requisites, if necessary. Choose alternatives wisely—alternatives often appear on schedules! Please review 2009-2010 Footsteps to the Future!

33. Dates to remember On-line course selection runs from March 16th through March 27th. Students will not be able to access the on-line selection after March 27, 2009. Junior Parent College Night: April 2nd at 6:00 pm.