Course Information Night

2025 - 2026

Welcome

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Mr. Hernandez, Principal

Welcome to Seneca Valley!

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Planning for a great year at

Seneca Valley!

Objectives

• Meet Seneca Valley Counselors and Staff

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• Review MCPS graduation requirements and registration procedures

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• Review special programs at SVHS

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• Hear important dates and deadlines

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• Plan for your upcoming registration!

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Meet your Administrative Team

Mr. Eric Stancell

Assistant Principal

Dr. Michael Kim

Assistant Principal

Ms. Elizabeth Maxey

Assistant Principal

Ms. Ericka Singleton

Assistant Principal

Ms. Adrian Charley

CTE Coordinator

Ms. Brandi Heckert

Assistant Principal

Ms. Monique Riddick

School Business

Administrator

SLIDESMANIA.COM

SVHS Counselors

SVHS Counseling Services Staff

Registration Website

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Everything you need to know about the Registration process can be found by visiting the

Seneca Valley Registration Website

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Registration Website

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You can find the

Seneca Valley Registration Website

by going to the

Seneca Valley High School Website

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the tab at the top of the screen that says

“2025-26 Registration”

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Resources

Registration Website Resources include:

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• Counselor Contact info
• Registration Cards
• SVHS Course Bulletin
• SVHS Course Descriptions
• MCPS Course Bulletin
• Graduation Requirements
• IB Program Info
• Career Program Info
• AP Info
• Dual Enrollment Info

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Registration Cards

(Color-Coded & Grade-Specific)

• Registration cards are color-coded and grade-specific.
• Make sure the grade number at the top is for the grade you are going in to next year!
• Complete both sides neatly and completely.
• Don’t forget to have your caregiver sign!

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Reminders

• Pay careful attention to graduation requirements and prerequisites.
• Complete both sides of the card.
• Remember there are 7 periods per day, don’t choose too many classes!
• Use pencil until you’ve made your final decisions!
• Don’t panic! Contact your Counselor with questions.

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• Don’t forget to write in 3 Alternative Electives (in case you don’t get your first choice)

Meetings with Counselors

• You will meet with your Counselor to review your individual course requests during English classes December 10 - January 17.
• Please have your cards carefully completed and signed by December 10 and bring with you to English class.
• Middle school students will receive Registration cards and meet with SV counselors starting January 10.

Sample Student Planner

MCPS Sample Student Planner

Planning Worksheet

(Optional)

Student Planning Worksheet

StudentVUE:

Graduation Status

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Students can view their Graduation Status summary by going to StudentVUE and clicking on Course History

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StudentVUE:

Test Requirements, Course History, SSL Status

Students can also view Test Requirements, Course History and SSL status by going to StudentVUE and clicking on Course History (turn Detail View on for more detail).

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SVHS Course Bulletin

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You will see a list of

Course Offerings on your grade-specific Registration Card

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SVHS Course Offerings can also be

viewed in the

SVHS Course Bulletin

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MCPS Course Bulletin

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Comprehensive information can be

found in the

MCPS Course Bulletin

*Note: Not all MCPS classes are offered at SVHS.

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Descriptions of Course Offerings

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View detailed

informational slides

about SVHS Course Offerings on the

SVHS Registration

Website

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Teacher Input

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Your teachers may have provided their input

about your courses for next year.

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Counselors will review this with you during your

individual meetings through English classes.

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Graduation Requirements

Requirements Include:

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• 22 Credits

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• 75 SSL Hours

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• State Testing Requirements (MCAP) (English, Algebra, Government, Science)

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• Grade-specific graduation requirements:

MCPS Graduation Requirements

Credit Requirements

English: 4.0 credits

Math: 4.0 credits (1 Algebra, 1 Geometry)

Social Studies: 3.0 credits (USH, NSL, MWH/IB History)

Science: 3.0 credits (including Biology, Life Science, & Earth/Space Science)

Fine Arts: 1.0 credit (Art, Music, Theater)

Physical Education: 1.0 credit

Health: 1.0 credit

Technology: 1.0 credit

World Language: 2.0 credits (same language) &

2.0 Electives

OR Program of Study: Complete POS & 0.5 Electives

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Grade Promotion

International Baccalaureate (IB)

MYP Info: Ms. Becraft

International Baccalaureate (IB)

IB questions? Contact Ms. Ezerski (IB CP & DP Coordinator) Natasha_L_Ezerski@mcpsmd.org

Ms. Becraft (IB MYP Coordinator) Kimberly_M_Becraft@mcpsmd.org

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Check out the SVHS IB Program Website! https://bit.ly/SenecaValleyIB

Scan here for the SVHS IB Program Website!

IB questions?

Contact Ms. Ezerski (IB CP and DP Coordinator) Natasha_L_Ezerski@mcpsmd.org

Ms. Becraft (IB MYP Coordinator) Kimberly_M_Becraft@mcpsmd.org

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Check out the SVHS IB Program Website! https://bit.ly/SenecaValleyIB

Benefits of IB

• IB courses are important credentials on your transcript; colleges want to see you challenge yourself
• We are an IB wall to wall school so colleges will look for you to be in an IB Program - IB DP or IB CP
• Increases your chances of getting into a college of your choice
• Earn potential college credit for your IB courses
• Build an “academic tool kit” or a skill set from critical thinking to time management, to effective writing and communication skills, and personal development
• Take “final exams” as they are no longer available in MCPS to prepare for college rigor

IB DP or IB CP?

• The IB Diploma Program is respected worldwide by colleges and employers
• Prepares you for the academic demands of college and beyond
• Take 6 IB courses over your junior and senior years
• The IB Career-related Program is more flexible
• Learn the practical skills of your career field and access the academic rigor of IB courses
• Take 2 IB courses over your junior and senior years

Preparing for IB DP or CP

• All 9th & 10th courses are MYP-aligned
• Engage in the MYP Personal Project & Think Big Program in 10th grade
• Take Honors courses and AP History courses
• Consider our Approaches to Learning (ATL) course for AP/IB support
• Commit to learning challenges
• Continue or start a World Language (Spanish or French)
• Map out your graduation requirements
• Complete PE, Health Tech, and Art in 9th and 10th grade

Want more information?

• Visit the SVHS IB website

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• Email Ms. Ezerski, the IB CP/DP Coordinator at Natasha_L_Ezerski@mcpsmd.org

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• Have your student attend the IB CP Interest Meeting tomorrow at lunch in Room 3324

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• Have your student attend the IB DP Interest Meeting on Weds, 12/11 at lunch in Room 3324

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• Have your student stop by Ms. Ezerski’s office (Rm 3510)

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Please see

your student’s

Course Information Packet for more information!

Sample Schedules

9th Grade Course

Options

(Sample Schedule)

9th Grade Course Options Language & Literature (English) Honors English 9

9th Grade Course Options

Mathematics

Geometry (On-Level or Honors)

Algebra 2 (On-Level or Honors)

Precalculus (On-Level or AP)

9th Grade Course Options

Individuals & Societies (Social Studies)

Honors US History

AP NSL Government

11th Grade Course

Options

(Sample Schedule)

9th Grade Course Options

Science

Honors Biology

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9th Grade Course Options

Language Acquisition

Spanish, French, ASL

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*Students interested in pursuing the IB Diploma in grades 11-12 must choose Spanish or French.

• All World Language classes beyond Level 2 are Honors level

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• 2.0 credits minimum for graduation must be in the same language

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• It is highly recommended that students go beyond the 2.0 minimum requirement

10th Grade Course

Options

(Sample Schedule)

12th Grade Course

Options

(Sample Schedule)

Career Programs at SVHS

Explore the different Career Programs available at SVHS:

SVHS Career Programs

(underlined programs start in 10th grade)

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Career Readiness (Career Completer) Programs

(* indicates programs available starting in 10th grade)

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• Automotive Technology*
• Child Development Associate Program
• College Career Readiness and Development (CCRD)* (11th)
• Construction Management and Architecture
• Construction Management and Design (contains elements of Architecture)
• Carpentry
• Construction Electricity
• Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

• Information Technology & Cybersecurity
• Code.org/Programming
• Networking Operations
• Healthcare Professions
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
• Pharmacy Technician
• Hospitality and Tourism Management
• Law Enforcement and Leadership
• Project Lead The Way Engineering
• Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC)

Construction Management & Architecture Option 1

Construction Design & Management Pathway

Course Sequence (incoming Freshman)

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• Introduction to Construction Design and Management
• Principles of Construction Design
• Advanced Design and 3D Modeling
• Advanced Construction Management, Dual Enrollment or Industry Internship

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Industry Certifications:

AutoCAD and Revit

Highlights:

• Design & construction process
• Project-based learning
• Advanced architectural drafting and design skills
• Lab-based instruction
• Create architectural, civil, and mechanical design plans
• Modeling (BIM) technology
• Project Management Skills

Construction Management & Architecture Option 2

Skilled Constructions Craft Pathway

Course Sequence (incoming Freshman)

• Introduction to Construction Design and Management
• Foundations of Building Construction
• Carpentry 1 or Electricity 1 or HVAC 1
• Carpentry 2 or Electricity 2 or HVAC 2
• Dual Enrollment or Apprenticeship may be done in place of the second skilled construction course

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Industry Certifications

National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Certification

OSHA-10 Certification

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• Safety Training
• Introduction to hand and power tools
• Construction drawings
• Materials handling
• Hands on introductions to Carpentry, Masonry, Construction Electricity, Plumbing, and HVAC
• Choose and focus on one construction crafts program for remainder of program

Healthcare Professions

Course Sequence (incoming Freshman)

• Foundations of Medicine and Health Science
• Structures and Functions Human Body
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant OR Fundamentals of Pharmacy
• Allied Health Internship or Dual Enrollment

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Healthcare knowledge and skill learned throuh project and problem-based learning, classroom and lab instruction, and clinical and internship experiences.

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Years 1 & 2 Students build foundational knowledge and skills. Some highlights:

• Human body structures and functions
• Lab safety and technique
• Medical terminology and technologies
• Ethical and legal considerations in healthcare
• Career exploration
• Use the tools of medical professionals
• Study the effects of disease, trauma, congenital defects on body systems

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Healthcare Professions

Industry Certifications

• Pharmacy Technician
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

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Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

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• Role of the CMA
• Infection control, body mechanics
• Measure vital signs
• Phlebotomy and EKG procedures and diagnostic testing
• Injections administration, venipunctures, dosage calculations
• Data collection & communication
• Medical records, billing, coding, insurance

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Fundamentals of Pharmacy

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• Prescription medication knowledge including dosage strengths, forms, and physical appearance
• Pharmaceutical calculations
• Professional standards for labeling, dispensing, storing, packaging, and administering
• Knowledge of disease states
• Federal and state laws

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Industry Certifications

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

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Hospitality & Tourism Management

Students prepare for a wide array of career possibilities as they learn about the hospitality and tourism industry on a global scale, with a focus on managerial and leadership skills needed for further education and careers.

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Certifications

Students who complete the program, including 100 hours of industry-mentored work-based learning experience in a hospitality and tourism establishment, can earn the Certified Hospitality and Tourism Management Professional Certification.

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Hospital and Tourism Management Pathway

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Course Sequence (incoming Freshman)

• Principles of Hospitality and Tourism
• Hospitality and Tourism Management
• Hospitality and Tourism Management Internship

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Hospitality & Tourism Management

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Information Technology & Cybersecurity

• Information Technology and Cybersecurity Program offers a broad range of career-related computer science, networking, cybersecurity, and industry certification options. College credits may be earned through successful AP exam scores and successful completion of the program.

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• One option for Capstone is the Cybersecurity course which will prepare students for the demands of college curriculum and industry credentials and certifications. Students will master a variety of Cybersecurity skills by applying knowledge through participation in actual and virtual exercises, including preparation for Cybersecurity competitions and CompTIA Security+ exam.

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Information Technology & Cybersecurity

• Information Technology and Cybersecurity Program offers a broad range of career-related computer science, networking, cybersecurity, and industry certification options. College credits may be earned through successful AP exam scores and successful completion of the program.

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• One option for Capstone is the Cybersecurity course which will prepare students for the demands of college curriculum and industry credentials and certifications. Students will master a variety of Cybersecurity skills by applying knowledge through their participation in actual and virtual exercises, including preparation for Cybersecurity competitions and CompTIA Security+ exam.

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Information Technology & Cybersecurity Option 1

Code.org Pathway (Programming Pathway)

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Course Sequence (incoming Freshman)

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• TEC 2005 AP Computer Science Principles (For Tech Ed Credit)
• Computer Programming 1
• AP Computer Science A (Java)
• Cybersecurity Capstone or Dual Enrollment

Industry Certifications:

CompTIA Security+

Up to 12 credits may be transferred to Montgomery College’s Computer Science Track

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Offered in partnership with Code.org, advances student understanding of the central ideas of computer science, engaging them in activities that show how computing changes the world. Aligned to the new AP test of the same name.

Information Technology & Cybersecurity Option 2

Networking Operations Pathway

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Course Sequence (incoming Freshman)

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• TEC 2005 AP Computer Science Principles (For Tech Ed Credit)
• Network Operations 1
• Network Operations 2
• Cybersecurity Capstone or Dual Enrollment

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Industry Certifications:

CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Security+

Up to 12 credits may be transferred to Montgomery College’s Computer Science Track

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• Students acquire knowledge and skills needed to install, configure, diagnose, repair, and upgrade PC hardware, including power supplies, memory, I/O, storage devices, drives, and peripherals.
• Students install, configure, and troubleshoot a variety of computer operating systems.
• Students learn networking configuration, protocols, security, and troubleshooting of wired and wireless networks.

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Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC)

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Course Sequence (Begins in 9th Grade)

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• Naval Science 1
• Naval Science 2
• Naval Science 3
• Naval Science 4

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Cadets who Enlist

May earn credit towards advancement and higher pay

Highlights:

• Learn self-discipline, self-confidence and leadership skills to help students successfully meet life's challenges.
• Earn 10 SSL Hours each year
• Taught by Navy certified retired naval officers and enlisted personnel. For more information contact:
• LCDR Suzan Hernandez
• CSCS James Hill

Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC)

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• Jointly sponsored Navy and secondary school citizenship & leadership program for students in grades 9 – 12.

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• Students are not obligated to join the military.

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• Those who enlist in the military may earn credit toward advancement & higher pay.

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• CTE course and cadets earn credit toward graduation. Cadets earn 10 Student Service Learning (SSL) hours for each completed year of NJROTC.

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Project Lead the Way Engineering

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Students apply engineering, science, math and technology to solve complex, open-ended problems in a real-world context.

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Industry Certifications & College Credit

Students who complete particular courses and earn the required score on-end-of-course assessments are eligible for up to 12 college credits through the Rochester Institute of Technology. Students who pass the national exams will earn Autodesk AutoCAD and/or Revit certification.

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Course Sequence (Begin in 9th Grade)

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• Introduction to Engineering Design
• Principles of Engineering
• Digital Electronics, Civil Engineering and Architecture, or Aerospace Engineering
• Engineering Design and Development

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Automotive Technology

Course Sequence (Begins in 10th Grade)

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• Automotive Technology 1 DP
• Automotive Technology 2 DP
• Automotive Technology 3 DP

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Industry Certifications:

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ASE Student (Automotive Service Excellence)

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• Classroom and lab activities will include a variety of hands-on laboratory experiences, class discussions and critiques, open-ended problem solving, work-based learning and project–based learning. (15 SSL hours/ sem.)
• Students develop technical, analytical, and communication skills for post-secondary school training or entry level employment in the automotive industry

Child Development Associate

Course Sequence

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• Child Growth and Development
• Learning Environment for Preschoolers
• CDA Portfolio/Internship
• Child Development Associate Internship

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Industry Certifications:

CDA Certification

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• Students will learn how to operate, create and supervise a Preschool
• Students will explore physical and cognitive development and competencies for preschool care.
• Students will explore the relationship of health, nutrition and safety to learning.

Law Enforcement and Leadership (LEL)

The Law Enforcement and Leadership (LEL) program at Seneca Valley HS is a 2-3 yr Career Program open to all students. Students explore the fields of:

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• CRIMINOLOGY
• CRIMINAL JUSTICE
• LAW ENFORCEMENT
• EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT/RESPONSE
• HOMELAND SECURITY

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Required course sequence:

1. Foundations of Law Enforcement (1 cr)
2. Law Enforcement and Emergency Prep (1 cr)
3. Admin of Law and Justice (1 cr)
4. Capstone Course (1 cr)
• Internship OR Mont. College Dual Enrollment

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College and Career Research and Development (CCRD)

Course Sequence (Begins in 11th Grade)

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• College Career
• Career Seminar
• Site Based Work Experience

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• Program of study that prepares students with academic, technical, and workplace skills necessary to pursue future education and employment in a career field of their interest upon graduation from high school.
• Demonstrate and practice workplace readiness skills
• Participate in career exploration process by assessing interests and abilities
• Demonstrate job seeking skills such as resume writing and interviewing skills

Completer Program Teacher Contacts

Completer Program Teacher Contacts

AP Classes at SVHS

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AP Classes available to 9th Graders:

AP NSL Government & Politics

AP Precalculus

AP Computer Science Principles

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AP US History

AP Human Geography

AP African American History

AP Statistics

AP AB Calculus

AP Psychology

AP Computer Science JAVA

Approaches to Learning (ATL)

Other Electives at SVHS

(Classes with * are 1 semester only)

Available to 9th Graders:

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African-American Literature *

Journalism/Newspaper

Yearbook

TV Production

Connections (Academic Support)

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Creative Writing

Literary Magazine

Personal Finance*

Psychology

Sociology

Anatomy & Physiology

Astronomy

Forensic Science

Horticultural Science

Website Development

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Health and Physical Education

1.0 credit each required for graduation

• Foundations of Personal Fitness/Sports - Students will deepened their understanding of fitness by setting goals through physical activity and sport.

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• Net Sports - Students will deepen their understanding of health related and skill related fitness while developing skills, and executing tactics and strategies surrounding a variety of net/wall sports and life time activities. Possible units of study include badminton, volleyball, table tennis, spikeball, and pickleball.

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• Basketball - An elective style class that will teach skill development, strategy, and teamwork. This class has a variety of skill level from no experience to playing on our school team. This should not discourage you from doing the best of your ability. Each student will take away an understanding of the game, so they will be able to coach, play, and referee games.

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• Soccer - Students will receive in-depth instruction in the sport of soccer. The goal is to improves students knowledge, skills, and fitness as it pertains to soccer.

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Health and Physical Education

1.0 credit each required for graduation

• Weight/Strength Training and Conditioning - students will receive instruction on the basic principles of weight training as it relates to: safety, human anatomy and physiology, components of fitness, skill-related components, resistance training, and nutrition

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• Yoga/Stretching - This semester long course officers in-depth instruction in the area of yoga which, including breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific boldly postures, is widely practiced for health and relaxation.

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• Dance - Students will experience social and cultural dances such as latin dance, country line dance, ballroom dance, and popular dance. While learning different dance concepts students will have the opportunity to create/perform your own dance and teach a dance to the class.

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• Honors Health A - Students learn factual health information in areas of mental health, drug use, personal health, safety and injury, family life, & human sexuality.

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• Honors Health B - Health is a full year graduation requirements. Students must take Health A before taking Health B. THe class of 2025 and after must pass Health A and Health B in order to graduate.

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Performing Arts

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Music

Choral Music Classes

Questions? Contact Ms. Tessa Walker

Chorus 1 - Beginning level, all voices allowed. Open to only 9th graders and upperclassmen who have not participated in chorus before.

Chorus 2 - Intermediate level, all voices allowed. For students who have taken choir in high school before.

Chamber Treble - Audition required, treble (high soprano/alto) voices only.

Chamber Mixed - Audition required, all voices allowed.

Chorus 3 - Beginning/Intermediate level, all voices allowed. All performances taking place during the school day. No after school commitments. This class will be half chorus curriculum and half music appreciation curriculum. This was created specifically for students who are not able to do any after school concerts.

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General Music Classes

Questions? Contact Mr. Christopher Mercado

Piano 1-Beginning Piano. No experience required! Learn how to read & play many types of music on the piano.

Piano 2, 3, and 4- Intermediate through advanced piano. Continue developing skills and musicianship at increasingly higher levels. Completion of previous piano level required.

Guitar 1- Beginning guitar. Learn chords, fingerpicking, and a variety of popular styles of music.

Guitar 2, 3, and 4- Intermediate/advanced guitar. Learn more about composition, improvisation, advanced chords, and ensemble playing. Performing opportunities available! Completion of previous guitar level required.

Instrumental Music Classes

Questions? Contact Mr. Adam Stephens, Room 755

Intro to Band & Orchestra- Designed with the complete beginner in mind, this class will give students the chance to learn a new instrument for the first time with no previous experience required! Instruments will be provided (subject to availability).

Concert Orchestra: Perform with a large group on a string instrument. Continue to develop your skills on your instrument & understanding of musical theory. Some previous experience is required, but an audition is NOT required. Just sign up if you already play (or used to play) an orchestra instrument (violin, viola, cello, or bass).

Concert Band: Perform with a large group on a band instrument. Continue to develop your skills on your instrument & understanding of musical theory. Some previous experience is required, but an audition is NOT required. Just sign up if you already play (or used to play) a band instrument.

Jazz Ensemble: Perform with the Jazz Ensemble on saxophone, trumpet, trombone, or in the rhythm section. Musical styles include jazz, swing, blues, rock, funk, and afro-cuban. Audition required (click link for audition info). We are in particular need of students who play: Piano, Drums, Guitar, Bass.

Advanced Band/Orchestra: Perform with the premier Symphonic ensemble at SVHS on a band or orchestra instrument. Audition required (click link for audition info). This is a full orchestra made up of strings and winds, and performs a wide variety of advanced musical repertoire.

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Visual Arts Courses & Pathways

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Open to 9th Grade

Foundations of Art & Culture: ART2001 A/B

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Not sure what to take, but need an art credit? Would you like a class that involves some drawing, painting, printmaking, along with some crafts and 3-D artwork?

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Sign up for: Foundations of Art & Culture.

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No prior experience or skill needed.

2D Studio Art

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Do you love drawing and painting? Do you want to learn how to draw more realistically? Do you want to learn about careers in art and how to get into college for art?

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Sign up for: 2-D Studio Art 1: ART2042 A/B

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No prior experience or skill needed. Prerequisite for Studio Art 2,3,4, IB Art.

Ceramics/Sculpture

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Do you want to make 3-D things from clay and other materials? Do you want to use the potter’s wheel? Do you want to create an art journal?

Sign up for: Ceramics & Sculpture 1: ART2045 A/B.

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No prior experience or skill needed.

Students should take complete part A before B. Prerequisite for Ceramics 2,3,4, IB Art.

Functional Fine Art & Craft 1 & 2

Would you like to make usable (functional) objects from a variety of different materials like baskerty, yarn, paper mache, cardboard, clay, and more?

Sign up for:

Functional Fine Art & Crafts 1: ART2053 A/B

No prior experience or skill needed.

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Prerequisite for Functional Fine Arts & Crafts 2 where you can further your exploration of crafting.

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Digital Art 1

Do you love playing around with digital images on your phone? Do you want to learn how to use programs like Photoshop? Do you want to learn about careers in digital art?

Sign up for: Digital Art 1: ART 2069 A/B

This course explores digital hardware and software platforms that reflect contemporary practices and industry standards to prepare for college and career. Students use the computer as a tool to create rastor- and vector-based artworks. Students will create an art journal.

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No prior experience or skill needed.

Students may not take semester B without first taking semester A.

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Photography

Do you love taking photos with your phone? Do you want to learn how to use a real camera? Do you want to learn about careers in photography?

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Sign up for: Photography 1: ART2038A/B

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No prior experience or skill needed.

Prerequisite for Photo 2,3,4, IB Art.

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Additional 9th Grade Electives

African American Literature

(*one semester)

Click HERE to return to Electives page

Journalism & Newspaper

SIGN UP FOR JOURNALISM TO JOIN THE NEWSPAPER STAFF

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

• Choose which topics to write about based on your interests!
• Learn more about the topics of your choice through interviews and research!
• Free admission to school events when you are covering them for the paper!
• Share your opinions on topics with the whole school community!
• Make a difference by raising awareness on issues that are important to you!

After taking one year of Journalism, you can sign up for JOURNALISM LEVEL 2: ADVANCED

REASONS TO JOIN THE YEARBOOK CLASS NEXT YEAR:

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1. It is a student-run publication
2. Gives you a chance to get involved on campus
3. Parties & pizza
4. No experience is necessary
5. It looks good on college applications
6. You can meet new people from all grade levels!
7. Offers a creative outlet for photography and design
8. Gives travel opportunities
9. You make something people cherish forever
10. Parties & pizza

TV Production

Edit the Morning Announcements

Make Original Videos

Operate Television Studio Equipment

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Grades 9 - 12

Connections (Academic Support)

Develop and improve your executive functioning skills in order to be successful both academically and personally. These skills include: planning, organization, time management, metacognition, working memory, self-control, attention, flexibility, and perseverance.

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Academic support is also a key component of the class.

Students are also able to work on their Project GRAD courses

during this time.

Technology

1.0 credit required for graduation

Students MUST take one of the following classes to satisfy the MCPS requirement:

Foundations of Technology

Introduction to Engineering & Design

AP Computer Science Principles

Dual Enrollment at SVHS

Earn college credit while in high school through Dual Enrollment, a partnership between MCPS and Montgomery College (MC).

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• College-ready high school students take college credit MC courses, taught by MC professors, during the school year.
• College-credit courses may take place on the SVHS campus, on the MC campus, or online.
• Courses are available during MC’s fall, winter and spring terms. MCPS does not cover the cost of winter courses.

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Internship/Dual Enrollment Capstones

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Internship (seniors only):

Interns work during the school day in a mentored paid or unpaid position and participate in a bi-weekly seminar. Students work approximately 5 hours a week* for every credit of internship on their high school schedule.

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• Prospective interns for 2025-2026 should contact

Ms. Skufca Kimberly_K_Skufca@mcpsmd.org

and your Counselor.

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Dual Enrollment:

College-ready students who choose to take an MC class(es) as

a Capstone experience for a Career Program should contact

Mrs. Blaine at Stacey_J_Blaine@mcpsmd.org

and your Counselor.

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SVHS Clubs & Activities

See a complete list on our website!

MCPS Athletic Programs

Eligibility

• For each of your classes, determine the points for the grade you received.

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• Add up the points for all of your classes.

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• Divide the total by the number of classes.

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• That’s your average!

A = 4.0

B = 3.0

C = 2.0

D = 1.0

E = 0.0

Note: In order to be eligible to participate in extracurricular activities, you must have a minimum of a 2.0 in the most recent quarter and no more than one “E.”

ACES

Apply in

10th grade

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Tips for Success

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Tips for Caregivers

• Ask your student questions about registration and classes
• Encourage students to challenge themselves, choose rigor, and get involved at SVHS!
• Encourage continuation (or starting) a world language
• Remind students about resources on the SVHS Registration website
• Reach out to Counselor with any questions!
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Important Dates

• Students received their Registration Cards during Lang/Lit (English) classes Tuesday, December 3.

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• Students should have their signed and completed Registration Cards with them at school beginning December 10 (current 9th graders especially!)

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• Counselors will meet individually with students through their Lang/Lit class from December 10 - January 17 to review course selections.

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• Counselors will be available to answer any Registration questions or review/revise registration decisions during this time.

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• Contact your Counselor to schedule an appointment or stop by during lunch!

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Middle School Dates

Students will receive their Registration Cards when Seneca Valley Counselors visit the middle schools on:

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January 10, 2025: Neelsville MS

January 22, 2024: Roberto Clemente MS

January 23, 2025: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. MS

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Middle school students will have at least 1 week before needing to return their signed and completed Registration Cards with them to school.

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Counselors will be available to answer any Registration questions or review/revise registration decisions during this time.

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Seneca Valley Counseling Services

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During Course Registration and always,

we are here to support YOU!

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THANK YOU FOR COMING!

Link to Question Bin

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Questions?

Information Technology & Cybersecurity Option 3

Cybersecurity Pathway

Course Sequence (incoming Freshman)

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• TEC 2005 AP Computer Science Principles (For Tech Ed Credit)
• Linux Essentials* (enrichment course)
• Cybersecurity Essentials
• Cybersecurity Capstone

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Industry Certifications:

CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Security+

Up to 12 credits may be transferred to Montgomery College’s Computer Science Track

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• Students acquire knowledge and skills needed to install, configure, diagnose, repair, and upgrade PC hardware, including power supplies, memory, I/O, storage devices, drives, and peripherals.
• Students install, configure, and troubleshoot a variety of computer operating systems.
• Students learn networking configuration, protocols, security, and troubleshooting of wired and wireless networks.
• Students earn valuable industry-standard CompTIA A+ and Network+ certification credentials in addition to articulated college credits.

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