Spring-Ford Senior High School

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10^th Grade Course Selection

Graduation Requirements

Students must earn at least 22 credits to graduate including the following:

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• 4 credits English
• 3 credits Social Studies
• 3 credits Mathematics
• 3 credits Science
• .4 credit Health
• 1.6 credits PE
• 7 credits Elective

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Spring-Ford Area High School �Program of Studies Course Book

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• www.spring-ford.net and choose Senior High School
• Look for the Course Selection Tab on the left side
• There, you will locate the Spring-Ford Area High School Course Book and resources

As Sophomores you must take:

English

Math

Science

Social Studies

Physical Education

Electives (Either 2 majors OR 1 major and two minors)

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For an average of 6.4 credits

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Keep In Mind….Prerequisites

Example:

Modern World History - Honors (10th grade)

Prerequisite: 90% in the previous year of social studies.

Electives: Major and/or Minor

• Art & Music
• Broadcasting
• Business Technology
• Computer Education
• English minors
• Family & Consumer Science
• Project Lead The Way (PLTW)
• Technology Education
• World Language
• Dual Enrollment

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What are Weighted Classes?

• Honors, Advanced Placement (AP), and Dual Enrollment (DE) courses receive additional weight calculated into Grade Point Average (GPA)

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• In order to receive the weight students must achieve a 70% or above in the course

HONORS & AP Courses:

• Recommended for students who demonstrate superior ability and advanced achievement in subject area
• Student should be self-motivated, committed and have a strong work ethic
• Ability to meet rigorous course expectations
• These courses usually require teacher recommendation and have prerequisites

Advanced Placement (AP)

• College level coursework in a high school setting
• AP exams are offered each May for students enrolled in AP courses
• Scores of 3 or higher (out of 5) may provide savings in tuition for certain college courses
• Scores of 3 or higher may qualify you to take higher level college courses

Dual Enrollment

• Excellent opportunity to experience college level coursework while still in the high school environment
• Dual Enrollment courses are listed in the course selection book
• Students must pay tuition to the college in order to take these courses
• Students are responsible for purchasing textbooks
• If taking two or more Dual Enrollment courses, please see your counselor

Dual Enrollment

Things to remember

• Only juniors and seniors who take dual enrollment classes are eligible for open campus. Sophomores will be assigned study halls.
• Any dual enrollment student carrying over 7.0 credits will not have their second semester dual enrollment course calculated in the GPA
• Students will not be permitted to drop a spring semester dual enrollment class
• Dual Enrollment classes only count toward elective graduation requirements

Dual Enrollment

Things to remember

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• All students must apply to the dual enrollment program before leaving for summer break. Contact Mrs. Lusignea in the FPC for application instructions (mlusi@spring-ford.net)
• In addition to registering through Spring-Ford, all students must register and pay for dual enrollment classes in the semester in which they are taken

A Few Words About World Languages…

Due to the cumulative nature of language learning, students should earn a passing grade on both the mid-term and the final exams, as well as an overall yearly average of 75% or better in order to move on to the following level.  Furthermore, while we recommend that college-bound students study at least two years of a world language, those students planning to seek admission to more selective colleges should definitely consider studying a language for three or more consecutive years.

Western Montgomery Career & �Technology Center

• ½ Day Morning Program at WMCTC
• 4 major classes in 10-12 Building: English, Science, Social Studies, and Math
• Must Apply Online by March 15th. Go to westerncenter.org to apply

Course Selection Process

• View teacher recommendations pre-entered into Skyward
• Enter your elective requests in Skyward
• Sign up for a time through Canvas to meet with your school counselor about courses. These meetings are during the school day. Students and parents should discuss their courses prior to student signing up for a time to meet with their counselor.
• Course Verification will be provided through Skyward in the spring for review and parent acknowledgment
• Schedules will be posted in Skyward in August
• Alternative requests are strongly encouraged

Course Selection Worksheets

Requesting and Verifying Courses in Skyward

• Requesting Courses in Skyward
• Verifying Courses in Skyward

Future Planning Center

College and Career Resource Center for students and parents.  The FPC assists students/parents with the following:

• Exploring student strengths and career interests
• Identifying post-secondary education/training/military options that align with career goals
• Preparing for standardized testing (ACT/SAT/PSAT/AP/ASVAB)
• Completing college, financial aid, and scholarship applications

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Thinking about College Athletics?

NCAA Eligibility Requirements Are Specific, including 16 Core Courses

You should complete NCAA Student Athlete Identification Form located on the Future Planning Center page under the College Athletics tab

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Once completed, please submit to the FPC �or your counselor

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NO COURSE CHANGE REQUESTS �WILL BE HONORED AFTER

June 18, 2026!

Need Help?

Contact your counselor with questions�

Students A-K – Mrs. Baker

kbake@spring-ford.net �

Students L-Z – Mr. Rhodes

mrhod@spring-ford.net

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