Welcome Class of 2027!

9th Grade Scheduling Presentation

Importance of 9th Grade

• Acquire a GPA
• Earn Credits (you may have some from 8th grade)
• Start to fulfill graduation requirements

What is a credit & why do I need them?

• Students earn credit by passing their classes.
• Each semester course is .5 credit.
• All 9th grade students need to earn 2.5 Core Credits by the end of 9th grade to be eligible to attend CHS in 10th grade.

CHS Graduation Requirements

• Math 4.0 Credits
• English Language Arts 4.0 Credits
• Social Studies 3.0 Credits
• Science 3.0 Credits
• World Language 2.0 Credits
• Elective Credits 6.0 Credits

22 Credits

Semester Sample Schedule

(Typical General Ed. Student)

Math Courses

• Algebra 1
• Honors Geometry
• Honors Algebra 2

Science Courses

• Biology
• Honors Biology - Contract required

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English Language Arts Courses

• ELA 9
• Honors ELA 9 - contract required
• Project-Based Learning - ELA 9 - This class will be run in conjunction with the 9th Grade PBL U.S. History/Geography classes and covers the same standards and expectations as the traditional ELA class. An Application must be completed by March 8th if interested in this course.

US History/Geography Courses

• 9th Grade US History/Geography
• 9th Grade Honors US History/Geography
• Project-Based Learning US History/Geography - This class will be run in conjunction with the 9th Grade ELA classes and covers the same standards and expectations as the traditional US History/Geo class.An Application must be completed by March 8th if interested in this course.

Elective Requirements for Graduation

• Physical Education/Health & PE Elective 1.0 Credit
• Arts (career/applied, visual, performing) 1.0 Credit
• General Electives 4.0 Credits

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Specialized Programs

• IB – Program specializing in more intense courses, focusing on global issues and critical thinking skills. Must apply at the end of the 10^th grade year. Students may “experience” the IB curriculum by taking “Honors” courses in the 9^th and 10^th grade. Click for more information.
• CSMTech – Program specializing in math, science, and technology. It is an integrated program with acceleration within the courses. Students learn technology tools in 9th and 10th grades which carry them through the four-year program. Click for more information.
• Applying students should have passed Algebra I by the end of their 8th grade year.

Specialized Programs

• OSTC - Oakland Schools Technical Campus is an off campus program that focuses on hands on learning. Students typically acquire certification or endorsements in the program they study. Must apply within their 10^th grade year. Click for more information.
• Advanced Studies - Program for students who wish to participate in continuously rigorous & challenging academics in grades 8-12. This program will lead to an Advanced Studies Program endorsement on their diploma. Acceptance is based on a 3.0 GPA in all core subject areas, a narrative essay completed by the student, and a signed parent letter of intent. Click for more information.

Specialized Programs

• Clarkston Career Technical Education (CTE) - This program offers educational benefits to students pursuing careers requiring specific technical skills, as well as providing a strong foundation for those pursuing a traditional four-year (or more) degree. Career tech pathways include Engineering, Computer Science, and Teacher Education. Click for more information.

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• Construction Tech - The district offers an innovative construction technology pathway aimed at introducing students to skills that could be used in their future careers. Students in the program will be taught a hybrid of technology, engineering, math and construction skills, directly applying what they learn in the math portion of the program to their construction projects. Click for more information.

StudentVue Scheduling Instructions

Scheduling Information

• Follow the instructions provided to select your classes in StudentVue by Tuesday, March 8th.
• CJHS Counselors will be available during lunches on Thursday, March 3rd to answer questions that you may have.
• All scheduling materials are available on the CJHS Counseling website.
• You will be able to start selecting your classes in StudentVue today.

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Things to think about…

• Pick classes based on your interests
• Choose your classes wisely
• Dropping/adding classes is very difficult
• Teacher requests cannot be accommodated

Questions? Ask your Counselor!

Mrs. Hester - Last Names A-Go

sehester@clarkston.k12.mi.us

Mrs. Wilson - Last Names Gr-O

akwilson@clarkston.k12.mi.us

Miss Cumper - Last Names P-Z

amcumper@clarkston.k12.mi.us

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