Class of 2029 Freshman Course Selection Guide�
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Lisa Hurd
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Jodie Grenead
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School Counselor: Last Names K-Z
Justin Glenn
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TN HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM OF 22 CREDITS)
TN Graduation Requirements: 22 Credits | |||
ENGLISH (4 Credits) | MATH (4 Credits) | SCIENCE (3 Credits) | SOCIAL STUDIES (3 Credits) |
ENGLISH I | ALGEBRA I | CHEMISTRY | WORLD HISTORY |
ENGLISH II | ALGEBRA II | BIOLOGY | AMERICAN HISTORY |
ENGLISH III | GEOMETRY | LAB SCIENCE COURSE | US GOVERNMENT (.5cr) |
ENGLISH IV | 4TH MATH COURSE | | ECONOMICS (.5 Cr) |
FINE ART (1 CREDIT) |
FOREIGN LANGUAGE (2 Credits) |
PE & Personal Health/Wellness (2 Credits) |
LIFE WELLNESS (1) PE (.5) PERSONAL FINANCE (.5Cr) |
Computer Science (1 Credit) |
ELECTIVE FOCUS (3 Credits) |
AP (ADVANCED PLACEMENT) |
CTE (CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION) |
DE (DUAL ENROLLMENT) |
FINE ARTS (4 credits total) |
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English I
Algebra I
Physical Science
Lifetime Wellness –OR—JROTC
Honors classes: SHHS does have advance class options that will be discussed later in this guide.
The freshman core is a group of classes you are required to take in the 9th grade:
THE 9th GRADE CORE
We have 7 class periods at SHHS, so the basic 9th grade schedule will include:
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The Freshman core gives you the option to choose between a Wellness Class or JROTC
Lifetime Wellness is a 9th grade PE class that explores concepts of Health & Wellness as well as basic physical education& sports.
JROTC Participation:
Wear uniform 1 day/week
Physical Fitness Training 2 days/week
JROTC Teams:
Raider Team, Rifle Team, Drill Team,
J-Lab Academic Competition Team, National Fitness Challenge Team
Special Event: Military Ball
LTC Jackson- ljackson@mauryk12.org
Lifetime Wellness
Army JROTC�LtC. Jackson�ljackson@mauryk12.org
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CLASSES & ACTIVITIES | |
JROTC I-IV | ACADEMIC TEAM |
RAIDER TEAM | DRILL TEAM |
FITNESS TEAM | RIFLE TEAM |
Link to Army JROTC Website: http://www.usarmyjrotc.com/index.php
Leadership, character and community service are the core tenets of high school Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps programs, or JROTC.
IF you take JROTC instead of Wellness , you will still get 3 additional electives in 9th Grade.
ADVANCED CLASSES AT SHHS
ADVANCED CLASSES: AP, Pre-AP, Honors
SHHS offers advanced courses for academically motivated students, who desire to take their learning beyond the mandatory curriculum and challenge themselves and their peers to perform at their best.
Advanced courses require commitment. If you are willing to put in the hard work in and out of the classroom, sign up for one or more advanced courses. You must be an independent learner that can work at a faster pace. You must have grit and be able to face a challenge when the work gets hard. You must be responsible, be willing to own your mistakes, and grow as an individual and a learner.
Advanced Course Options:
Pre-AP English 1
Honors Algebra
Pre-AP Biology
Honors World History
SPRING HILL
SCHOLARS
ACADEMY
SHSA is a selective program that will admit up to 25 students to each freshman cohort.
These students will take the 4 Freshman Advanced courses and plan to take 12+ advance classes throughout high school in preparation for selective college admissions. In addition, scholars receive academic planning & application support as well as scheduling priority each year.
How to Join: Confirm your interest in applying to the SHSA when you complete the course request form.
Students not admitted into the academy in 9th grade can take advanced freshman classes on a space available basis and will be prioritized for placement based on Teacher recommendations, TCAP scores & grades from the 8th grade.
9TH Grade | 10th Grade | 11th & 12th Grade | AP Online and DE |
Pre-AP English 1 Algebra 1 Honors Geometry Honors Pre- AP Biology Honors World History AP (Advanced Placement) | Pre-AP English 2 Geometry Honors Algebra 2 Honors Honors Chemistry AP World History | AP English 3 & AP English 4 DE Composition I & II Algebra 2 Honors AP PreCalulus AP Calculus DE Statistics AP Physics AP Biology AP Chemistry AP US History | Additional AP Classes are available online through TN AP Access tnapaccessforall.org Additional Dual Enrollment (DE) classes are offered through Columbia State |
ELECTIVES
You will choose 6 electives, and we will try to get you your top 3. However, there are a number of reasons you don't get your top 3 picks so make sure you will be happy with any of the 6 you choose.
Pick 6 / Get 3
ELECTIVES
9th grade students will choose 6 electives. Our intent is to put your top choices on your schedule and use the rest as alternates in case one of your top choices doesn't work out.
Career & Technical Education
Advanced Placement
Fine Arts & World Language
Elective classes should be chosen based on your individual interests.
The 9th and 10th grades are a great time to explore different electives to learn more about what you may or may not want to study in college or do as a career after high school.
Agriscience Mechanics�Mr. Norman jnorman2@mauryk12.org�
The Ag Mechanics program explores concepts such as mechanics, plant science & welding. The class is well suited for students that like to tinker and dabble in small-hands on projects.
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ART I or Art History
Ms. Cahill mcahill1@mauryk12.org
Mr. Alexander
balexander@ mauryk12.org
Business
In our Business program, students learn about the world of making money, managing a business, & starting a business.
Chorus
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COMPUTER SCIENCE FOUNDATIONS
Computer Science Foundations This course is required for graduation for all students. Students can take the class any year of high school. |
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Cosmetology
Ms. Staggs
Astaggs@mauryk12.org
Closed for 2025-2026 SY. Course will be available to take 10th grade.
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Mrs. Burns lkburns@mauryk12.org
If you enjoy putting pen to paper, Creative Writing is the class for you. You will get to write everything from prose to poetry.
Ms. West ewest@mauryk12.org
The SHHS Criminal Justice class will teach you all about law enforcement, the courts, & corrections, while also establishing observation skills, hands on training, and even a bit of serial killer knowledge as well.
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Engineering & Manufacturing
Mr. Long dlong@mauryk12.org
(Engineering Program)
Health Science: Diagnostic Services
Ms. Huffman
Jhuffman@muaryk12.org
Ms. Gray
kgray@mauryk12.org
HUMAN STUDIES
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In Human Studies, students learn basic life skills including cooking, relationships and families, child development, and human needs.
Marketing
Mrs. Jarrell
wdtaylor@mauryk12.org
Students in this program learn about advertising, marketing, and sales. They produce items for the school store & compete in DECA with other students across the state and nation.
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Music Electives
Mr. Stockdale wstockdale@mauryk12.org
Band
Intro to Music Theory
For students wanting to study music composition
Music Appreciation
Students learn about the history and development of music, as well as the fundamental elements of music.
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Song Writing & Mythology
Song Writing is ½ year class* that focuses on the development of original song lyrics. Lkburns@mauryk12.org
Mythology is ½ year class* that studies the myths of the ancient world.
Jfurtaw@mauryk12.org
* Students can also pair either of these semester courses with a regular PE or PE Weightlifting class.
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THEATRE & FILM STUDIES
Mrs. BURNS lkburns@mauryk12.org
Theatre 1
Introduction to concepts in theatre and acting.
Film Studies
Studying, analyzing, and writing about the elements of cinema.
Veterinary and Animal Science
Mr. Norman jnorman2@mauryk12.org
Yearbook
Team
SPANISH I (Closed to Freshman 25-26 SY)
WORLD LANGUAGES
FRENCH I