General Information

In the spirit of school to home partnership, and in keeping with the understanding that parents/guardians know their children best, we urge families to consider things such as student interest, social/co-curricular commitments, and balance when registering for classes. Parents/guardians are also encouraged to ask questions, review resources, and aid their children in the selection of courses. All materials used for instruction are carefully considered by teams of teachers to meet the needs of each student. Deans and teachers can support students and families in the course selections and in the selections of alternative materials if needed.

Registration

1. Course registration generally takes place in February to assist administration in fully utilizing faculty for the upcoming year. 2. In most cases it will not be possible for a student to change course selections after the student completes the registration process. If, after registration, a course is canceled, the student’s alternate choice will be substituted..

Registration Tips

• It is helpful to map out a tentative four year plan of courses. You may use the 4-Year Planning Grid to assist you in this process.

• Think about your goals for after high school and your involvement in things besides academics. Discuss with your parents or guardians the time commitments allocated for school, family and activities.

• Review the variety of options offered in the Registration Guide. An overview of course offerings can be found at the front of the guide. Read the course descriptions of classes that interest you.

• Think about the physical education and health requirements and decide how you will address them in high school. Will you take more than a “minimum” in this area? When will you take the classes?

Schedule Changes After the Registration Deadline

Classes and staff allocations are based on registration numbers, so it is very important that students register correctly and accurately. By having students register correctly we are able to keep class sizes lower. Students are encouraged to communicate with their teachers and deans before registration to make sure all questions have been answered and they feel comfortable with their selections. AFTER the registration window closes, we will ONLY make changes for the following reasons:

The student... • hasn’t met course sequence recommendation. • needs a course to meet graduation requirements. • had placement/scheduling errors. • had a schedule conflict with other courses.

Dropping a Course

During the first seven (7) weeks, juniors and seniors may drop a class and request to be a Peer Tutor or Office Assistant if they are on track for graduation. Drops made during the first three (3) weeks of a semester will not appear on transcripts. Drops made during weeks four through seven (4-7), will appear as “W” for “withdraw” grade on transcripts. Students receive a .5 credit with a grade of “P” or “NG” if they are a Peer Tutor or Office Assistant.

Advanced Placement (AP): designated courses taught at the college level which prepare students for a qualifying exam offered (for a fee) through the College Board. Students who choose to take the exam and who demonstrate sufficient competence may be eligible for college credit.

Articulated College Credit (ACC): college credit associated with courses that have an articulation agreement with our school district makes it possible for students (grade 10-12) to earn college credit. ACC courses are offered in the areas of Business Education, Family & Consumer Science, Career & Technical Education.

Concurrent dual enrollment: taking two courses simultaneously for both high school and college credit. For example, taking an ARCC or CIS course at Irondale High School in which student may receive credit at both the high school and college levels.

Credit: half credit (.5) granted for successful completion of a semester course meeting for one hour per day for one-half the year. course credit (1.0) granted for successful completion of a course meeting for one hour per day for the entire year;

Elective: not required; a course that may be taken to earn credit toward graduation.

Hybrid: a combination of on-line learning and face-to-face interaction with a teacher and peers.

(MV): course is offered at Moundsview High School

Course Sequence: a requirement or conditions that must be met before a student may enroll in a class.

This symbol indicates articulated or regular College Credit (ACC) associated with this class. Go to www.CTECreditMN.com to view a list of MN Technical and Community Colleges awarding Articulate College Credit for this course.

This symbol indicates that a course is also offered online

Hybrid Course Information

Hybrid courses are available at both Irondale and Mounds View High Schools and are noted in the course description. For a full list see page 62.

In a hybrid course, 60% to 80% of the course is delivered online through web-based programs such as Moodle, Google Sites and other tools and 20% to 40% is through face-to-face instruction in a seminar. Seminars for hybrid classes will most often meet one to two times per week. Some seminars meet before school starts (zero hour), some after school (7th hour), and some are part of a student’s daily schedule. Students may take a hybrid course with a seminar held at either Mounds View High School or Irondale High School; however, students must provide their own transportation if taking a course at a school other than their home high school and/or if the course meets outside the school day.

Online Course Information

Entire class is online with no face-to-face interaction with a teacher or peers.