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High School Scheduling Process

You will receive a copy of this ppt, complete list of electives, a link to the NHS Program of Studies, and the course selection Google Form on 1/18 in an email from Ms. Meyler
You will have Two Electives:

Rank Elective Choices 1 - 6 (one being your first choice)
Your choice may require a recommendation
Study Hall - default ast choice (7th) if not selected as a preference

Complete the Google Form by 1/26
Your list of course requests appears in no particular order

On Feb 9, NHS Counselors will be here to meet with you to review course recommendations from this year’s teachers and input your elective choices and answer any questions
In March, review your final course recommendation selections in the student/parent portal and reach out with any errors or changes

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Graduation Requirements

Subject Area	Requirement (minimum)
English	4 Years
Social Studies	3 Years
Mathematics	3 Years
Science	3 Years
Physical Education, Health and Safety	4 Years
Visual and Performing Arts	1 Year
21st Century Life and Careers Education (Practical Arts)	1 Year
World Languages	1 Year
Financial Literacy	½ Year

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Rotating Drop Schedule

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World Languages

Italian, Latin and Spanish are available
You will be recommended for level I, II, or III Honors

Can select new language level I

Heritage Spanish is also available for students who qualify*

*Exam required

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Electives

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Freshman Electives

Academic Electives

Practical Arts

Business

Math Electives

Industrial & Engineering Arts

TV/ Radio Broadcasting

Visual & Performing Arts

Computer Science

Visual Arts

English Electives

Music & Theatre

Study Hall

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Business

Financial Literacy / Business Administration

Financial Literacy / Fund. of Investment Management

Business & Financial Management

Marketing I

Accounting I

Must have taken Accelerated Algebra I

**ALL of these meet the Financial Literacy

graduation requirement

Practical Arts

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Industrial & Engineering Arts

*Electives have a strong math component

Introduction to Engineering Design

Foundations of Algebra A or better, Algebra I grade of B or better

Introduction to Drafting & Design

Foundations of Algebra B or better, Algebra I grade of C or better

Practical Electricity

Foundations of Algebra B or better, Algebra I grade of C or
better

Robotic Engineering

Prerequisite of Algebra I or Robotics/Computer Programming

Metalworking

Woodworking

Practical Arts

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Radio/TV Broadcasting

Radio/TV Broadcasting I

English grade of B or better

Computer Science

Networking/IT Essentials

Practical Arts

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Advanced Level

Art History & Criticism Honors
AP Art History

Recommendation Required
Pre-course recommendations: Art History & Criticism Honors

Foundation Level

Studio Art

Recommendation Required

Exploration Level

Studio Art & Design / Digital Art & Design
Fashion History & Design

Reading and writing part of this course

Interior Design Studio

Visual & Performing Arts

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Theatre

Survey of Theatre / Theatre Arts I

Performing (Vocal)

Audition/Recommendation required

Treble Choir
Concert Choir

Treble Choir is a prerequisite for all soprano and alto singers

Performing (Instrumental)

Recommendation required.

If you do not currently play an instrument but would like to, see Mr. Mayewski (band) or Mrs. Polynice (strings)

Concert Band
Wind Ensemble Honors
Orchestra (zero period)
Jazz Lab

Music

Survey of Popular Music
Music Technology
Music Explorations
Music Theory I

Must be in performance ensemble OR take placement exam
Interview required

Visual & Performing Arts

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Math Electives

Introduction to Computer Programming
AP Computer Science

AP form with recommendation required
Students should first see Ms. Milner, then email Ms. Truty to set up a meeting (mtruty@nutleyschools.org)

English Electives

Journalism I
Creative Writing / Film Analysis
Public Speaking, Argument & Debate

Academic Electives

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Study Hall

Period which provides an opportunity to work on homework, assignments, projects, or study in a supervised setting
Get work done if you have other commitments (ex. athletics, clubs, work)
Can help with transition to high school
Non-credit class
During the school day

Study Hall

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Tip: Look ahead!

Check the NHS Program of Studies for future electives and prerequisites.

For example:

Advanced Studio Art

Design and Animation Honors

Studio Art

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Things to Remember...

If you are recommended for an elective, you may have the option of choosing another available elective.

Alternate classes are important: Your first choices may be full or it may conflict with other courses you must take.

*Study hall is the 7th elective choice for all students.

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Scheduling: What Comes Next

Students receive the 9th Grade Course Selection Google Form and Descriptions in an email on January 18th (Following 8th grade parent night on Jan 17th)
Choose your electives in this Google Form by Thursday, January 26

Reach out to Ms. Meyler with questions or for help

February 9th - Meet to review course recommendations/elective requests
Course requests can be viewed in the Student and Parent Portals in March

You will receive an email asking you to review the course requests and reach out if there is an error
If you have any questions about your English, math, science, social studies, or world language recommendations, see Ms. Meyler.

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Remember:

Your classes are your classes!

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Prepare Now

Be the best student you can be!

Do your work
Study for tests
Speak with your teachers if you need help

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Questions?