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Leland’s

Course Selection �Process

�

2026 - 2027 School Year�

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INTRODUCTION

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Counseling Team

Rising 9th Grade Counselor

�Ms.

Klein

Rising 10th Grade Counselor

�Ms. Dinesh

Rising 11th Grade Counselor

Ms. Quiroz

Rising 12th Grade Counselor

DCAC

Adviser

Mr.

Tsou

TBD

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Administration

Assistant Principal

11th Grade

Assistant Principal

10th Grade

Assistant Principal

9th Grade

Principal

12th Grade

Mr. Brown

Mrs. Gordon

Ms. Ilsever

Mrs. Bal

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Dates and Deadlines
AP Information Night: February 12th, 6:00-7:30 pm �Supplemental Form: Submit the form to the Cafeteria during Tutorial on February 13th and attend the presentation� SJCC Dual Enrollment Dates: February 4th and 5th during Tutorial in the Media Center, CCAP form due by February 13th at 3:20pm to the CRC� Course Selection, Outside Credit, Teacher Assistant (12th), and 5th Course Offsite (11th/12th) Forms (make a copy for your own records): Form deadlines correspond to your grade level and are submitted during social studies/history class �Course Selection Revision Form: Due to the CRC by March 31st at 8am

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Reminder
ALL SCHEDULE CHANGE REQUESTS ARE FINAL ON �Tuesday, March 31st at 8:00 am NO EXCEPTIONS

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CHARGE Matrix

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Missing a course required for graduation

(example: the student doesn’t have English)

Missing prerequisite course

(example: the student was placed in Geometry instead of Algebra II)

A gap in the schedule

(example: the student doesn’t have a 3rd period)

Move out of, or drop an advanced course (advanced placement, honors, or accelerated class)

Choose a particular start time

(example: 2-6 instead of 1-5)

Request a specific order for classes

Choose a particular teacher’s class

Schedule Change Policy

Acceptable Request

Unacceptable Request

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REQUEST FOR OUTSIDE COURSE SUMMER ACCELERATION

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OUTSIDE CREDIT APPROVAL FORM
You must submit the outside credit approval form with your Course Selection Form Once submitted, please select the course you would qualify for by Fall 2026 Do not enroll in an outside summer course until you have an approved outside credit form If you have any questions, speak with your grade-level counselor Acceleration transcript deadline: Friday, August 7th If your transcript is not submitted by the deadline, your schedule will be altered and the outside course will not be added to your Leland transcript

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REQUIREMENTS

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COURSES REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
9th/10th grades	6 classes required
11th grade	5 academic courses required/ 6 recommended
12th grade	5 classes required
Total Classes Required	22
We will schedule you for the number and type of classes you need for graduation. Students may request a 7th class (max.), but it is not guaranteed.

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COURSES REQUIRED CONTINUED
SVCTE AM Program (11th/12th grade)	11th SVCTE AM (7:30-10:30 am) + 4 academic Leland courses required	12th SVCTE AM (7:30-10:30 am) + 3 academic Leland courses required
SJCC (Psych/Soc, ASL, Japanese, Math 73/78)	9th-10th 1 SJCC course + 6 Leland courses required
Community College (11th/12th grades only)	4 Leland courses + 1 Community College course (Fall & Spring Semesters)
*This applies to students who are on track to graduate

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SJUSD	CSU	UC

(G)

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COMMUNITY SERVICE
All community service must be completed in the LOCAL community through an approved non-profit organization. Review the approved list of organizations before beginning service hours. You can contact Admin or Director of Activities at Leland if you have questions. Student can only earn community service after regular school hours. No hours are granted for Leland clubs or activities supporting a political candidate or measure. As a general rule, students should earn 10 hours per year. The form must clearly state the non-profit agency, contact person, and phone number so that its non-profit status and your service hours can be verified. Incomplete forms will be rejected.


Graduation Requirement	40 Hours

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Leland’s

Course Pathways

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History/Social Science

9th

10th

11th

12th

Intro to Ethnic Studies

World History 3-4

US History

Government/ Economics

Accelerated World History

AP Government/ AP Macroeconomics

or

AP European History

or

If you take AP Economics, you must take AP Government, and vice versa.

Ethnic Studies US History

AP US History

or

Starting with the Class of 2030, all students will be required to take ONE Ethnic Studies course:��Intro to Ethnic Studies (9)�Ethnic Studies Literature Honors (10)�Ethnic Studies US History (11)

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English

9th

10th

11th

12th

English 1-2

English 3-4

English 5-6

CSU Expository Reading &

Writing ERWC

Ethnic Studies Literature (Honors)

AP Literature and Composition

or

AP Language and Composition

or

Students who are designated English Language Learners (ELLs) will be placed in the appropriate English equivalent course.

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Mathematics

Algebra I

Geometry

Algebra 2 �or �Acc Algebra 2

Precalculus

or

Precalculus Honors

Precalculus

AP Calculus AB

or�AP Statistics

AP Calculus AB

or �AP Calculus BC

or �AP Statistics

Precalculus Honors

AP Calculus BC

or

AP Statistics

We highly recommend that you take Accelerated Algebra II before Precalculus Honors.

AP Calculus BC

AP Statistics �or

SJCC Math 73/78

(0 period course, AP score 3 or higher needed)

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Laboratory Science

Biology

Biology Honors (co-Algebra II)

Chemistry

Chemistry Honors (co-Algebra II)

Physics�(co-Algebra II)

Physics Honors

(co-Precalculus)

Physiology�(prereq bio)

Zoology

AP Physics 1

(co-calculus)

AP Physics 2

(AP Physics 1)

AP Chemistry (chem/chem honors)

AP Biology �(prereq bio/chem)

AP Environmental Science �(prereq bio+chem)

11th-12th

9th

A year of biological and physical science is required for CSU admissions.

Students may only take ONE science per year. Seniors are prioritized for advanced level courses.

10th

AP Physics 1

(co-calculus)

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES

PHYSICAL SCIENCES

BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES

INTEGRATED SCIENCES

PHYSICAL SCIENCES

Physics�(co-Algebra II)

Physics Honors

(co-Precalculus)

Chemistry Honors (co-Algebra II)

Chemistry

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World Languages

Year 1

(level 1)

Year 2

(level 2)

Year 3

(level 3)

Year 4

(level 4)

Spanish 1-2

French 1-2

Japanese 1A

(1 semester)

Spanish 3-4

(prereq Spanish 1-2)

French 3-4

(prereq French 1-2)

Japanese 1B

(1 semester)

(prereq Japanese 1A)

Spanish 5-6

or

Spanish 5-6 Honors

(prereq Spanish 3-4)

French 5-6

(prereq French 3-4)

Japanese 2A

(1 semester)

(prereq Japanese 1B)

AP Spanish

(prereq Spanish 5-6 or 5-6 Honors)

Japanese 2B

(1 semester)

(prereq Japanese 2A)

Sign Language 1A �(1 semester)

Sign Language 1B �(1 semester)

(prereq SL 1A)

Please note that there is no third year/level 3 of ASL. To accelerate to a higher level at SJCC you must earn a C or higher. Each SJCC semester course is equivalent to 10 high school credits. If you wish to take a language that is not listed above, please see your counselor to explore options.

San José City College

Leland High School

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Visual/Performing Arts

Beginning Draw/Paint Design

Advanced Draw/Paint Design+

(prereq draw/pt or portfolio to Ms. Rapoport)

Beginning Sculpture

Advanced Sculpture +

Beginning

Digital Photo

Advanced

Digital Photo +

Beginning Multimedia

Advanced Multimedia +

APPLICATION & AUDITION COURSES

Wind Ensemble +

Concert Band +

Chamber Chorale +

Chamber Orchestra +

Jazz Band +

Dramatic Interpretation + (Speech & Debate)

Advanced Yearbook + (10th-12th only)

Advanced Journalism + (10th-12th only)

AP 2D Art Design +

(prereq art, 11-12th only)

STAND-ALONE COURSES

INTRODUCTORY COURSES

ADVANCED COURSES

+May be taken multiple years for credit

Applications are posted on our website under “Course Registration”.

Yearbook 1-2

(SJUSD VPA Credit,

UC/CSU Elective credit)

Intro to

Engineering Design

Advanced Drama+

Design Mixed Media

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AP Computer Science Principles�(co-requisite precalc)

AP Capstone Seminar

AP Computer

Science A

(co-requisite precalc)

Elective Courses

11th-12th Courses

All Grade Levels

12th Courses

Teacher’s Aide

(non A-G/12th grade only)

San Jose City College�Psychology / Sociology

ASB/Leadership

(application required)

SJUSD Applied Art credit

AP Capstone Research

(prereq AP Seminar)

Silicon Valley Career Technical Education

(application required-not all courses are A-G)

Enrollment for 2026-27 has ended!

Counselor will reach out by end-January

A course in any subject area that exceeds the graduation requirement will count toward elective credits

Journalism 1-2

(application required)

AP Seminar: Students investigate real-world issues from multiple perspectives, gathering and analyzing information from various sources in order to develop credible and valid evidence-based arguments. *Meets University Entrance Requirements: CSU, UC (“G”)

AP Research:Students cultivate the skills and discipline necessary to conduct independent research in order to produce and defend a scholarly academic paper. *Meets University Entrance Requirements: CSU, UC (“G”)

Leadership: This course focuses on developing leadership skills, such as organization, public speaking, and effective meeting management. The students in the course coordinate, participate in, and/or promote the school's student activities, academic programs, community outreach, and school improvement efforts. *Meets University Entrance Requirements: CSU, UC (“G”)

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Physical Education

9th Grade (Mandatory)

PE Course 1 (required for all freshmen)

10th-12th Grades

Students may only earn PE/Athletics credits AFTER completing PE Course 1 (after 9th grade). Athletes must have a 2.0 GPA to play on a team. �

Students will not receive credits for any athletics programs outside of Leland (no credit for non-Leland sports)�

If you have ONLY 10 PE credits by the end of 10th grade YOU WILL BE enrolled in PE 2 for the following year.

PE Course 2 +

LELAND ATHLETICS�Students are not guaranteed to make the team.

or

Weightlifting +

(automatic alternate is PE 2)

+May earn credits if taken for multiple years

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San José City College �Concurrent Enrollment Math/World Language/5th Course Offsite (11th/12th) (before/after school)
Sign Language 1A�Japanese 1A Japanese 2A MATH 73 Multivariable Calculus (Prerequisite is MATH 072 with C or better OR AP Calculus BC AP Score 3 or higher) 5th Course offsite (11th/12th only)-Transcript sent to Leland Sign Language 1B Japanese 1B Japanese 2B MATH 78 Differential Equations (Prerequisite is MATH 073 with C or better) 5th Course offsite (11th/12th only)-Transcript sent to Leland	1 semester = 10 high school credits (*There is no Level 3 of Sign Language available) These college-level courses require students to manage their own work and grades, and parents/guardians may not contact instructors on their behalf. High school accommodations are not guaranteed in college-level classes and must be requested directly by the student. Students must submit their own 504/IEP requests—see the link for more information.
We DO NOT enroll students in SJCC concurrent enrollment courses (college courses offered before/after school). Step 1: Students must apply to SJCC (within 48-72 hours, you will be sent a student ID). Step 2: Fill out the R40 form and get your counselor’s signature. �Step 3: Email a completed enrollment form to SJCC Admissions (Counselors can sign as admin) Step 4: Add the class on SJCC Portal then complete the course with a C or higher (for math, you will submit proof of meeting prerequisites prior to registration)

Fall 2026

Spring 2027

SJCC Classes

504/IEP Requests

Enrollment

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San Jose City College Dual Enrollment�11th/12th Grade Students ONLY
General Psychology Introduction to Sociology	1 semester = 10 high school credits These college-level courses require students to manage their own work and grades, and parents/guardians may not contact instructors on their behalf. This class meets twice weekly during 1st period and requires enrollment for both semesters. ��Approximately 40 seats are available with priority given to seniors.� High school accommodations are not guaranteed in college-level classes and must be requested directly by the student. Students must submit their own 504/IEP requests—see the link for more information.
Students MUST complete all three mandatory steps to be considered for enrollment in Psychology/Sociology. Step 1: Attend the student orientation on February 4th, during tutorial in the Cafeteria Step 2: Attend the application workshop February 5th during tutorial in the Media Center Step 3: Submit your completed CCAP forms to Ms. Dinesh by February 13th at 3:20 pm in the CRC

Fall 2026

Spring 2027

SJCC Classes

504/IEP Requests

Enrollment

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SILICON VALLEY CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION (SVCTE) �

ENROLLMENT ALREADY COMPLETED FOR 2026-2027

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Session Time: AM: 7:30 am - 10:30 am

Free bus transportation to & from Leland�

1-year commitment �(calendar may be inconsistent with SJUSD)

30 credits earned per year

Most programs are A-G approved

Recruiting for the 2027-2028 school year will begin in November of 2027. If you have any questions, contact Ms. Quiroz.

Silicon Valley Career Technical Education

Description

Programs

(11th/12th grades only)

Students enrolled in 2026-2027 have already been recruited.

Construction Technology Cyber Security Mechatronic Engineering Dental Assisting

Fire Science/First Responder Animation

AI Engineering Culinary Arts

Sports Medicine & Kinesiology Fashion Des & Textile Art

Film/Video Production Veterinary Science Pharmacy Technician Electrical Maintenance Nursing Careers Forensic Science�Electrical Vehicles/Auto Services Metals Technology

Law Enforcement Public Safety Careers Medical Assisting Medical Sci/Health Careers

Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC)�Auto Body Collision & Refinishing

*Advanced courses are not A-G (require prerequisites)

*Some courses can earn Community College credit

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AP Comp. Science A - Requested

Intro to Eng Design - Alternate

Physics - Requested�

Zoology - Alternate

Digital Photo - Requested

Draw/Paint - Alternate

Alternate Courses

Alternates Needed For The Following:

Examples

Science

NO alternate is needed for incoming freshmen requesting Biology.�
If you have remaining science credits, you need to select an alternate for science classes.�

Elective

EX: AP Capstone Seminar, AP Capstone Research, and Computer Science Courses
Computer Science is not a recommended alternative for computer science.

Visual & Performing Arts Courses�

Audition & Application Courses

If you are enrolled in a full schedule, you do not need to list an alternate if you do not need an additional course for graduation.

The automatic alternate for Weightlifting is PE Course 2.

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ADVANCED COURSES

Accelerated, Honors, Advanced Placement, College-Level

Due to the time commitment/rigor, we do not recommend that students take more than 3 advanced courses.

*You are registered for an AP exam if you are enrolled in an AP class at Leland.

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Advantages/Recs

Disadvantages

Explore interest in a challenging and in-depth course
Improve academic skills and college readiness
May boost your weighted GPA �(SJUSD reports unweighted GPA to colleges)�
May potentially increase the competitiveness of your college application
May save you money and time in college (dependent on AP test scores and admission policies)

Before deciding to take an advanced course, we recommend you consider the following:

Interest in the subject
Success in previous foundational courses
Feedback from your current teacher regarding advanced coursework
How it impacts sleep and participation in activities
If you are selecting AP courses based on peer pressure, or interest
Your commitment to doing 2+ hours of homework per subject

Heavy workload
Summer work
Take up much of your time
May be stressful and difficult to manage
More tests to prepare for
Could impact your ability to socialize and participate in athletics/extracurriculars
May impact SLEEP

Regardless of grades, students will NOT be permitted to transfer or move to a lower level class at any point in the school year. If an advanced course is dropped, students receive an F on their transcript. Students struggling in advanced coursework will not be permitted to change classes.

Students will be advised to: �

Seek tutorial assistance
Work with peers/teachers
Adjust study strategies
Request a peer tutor

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Leland’s AP Contract policies regarding advanced courses are embedded in the course selection form and signed by student and parent.

This contract applies to ALL advanced level classes (accelerated, honors, AP, and college-level).

Supplemental Contract

AP Contract

Students requesting 4 OR MORE advanced courses (accelerated, honors, AP, college-level) need to submit a signed supplemental contract with student, parent/guardian and teacher signatures.

SUBMIT THE SIGNED SUPPLEMENTAL CONTRACT to the Cafeteria during TUTORIAL on FEBRUARY 13th.

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Well-Balanced Student

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Transcript Review

Each semester is worth 5 credits if a D- or higher is earned.

Remember: The semester is not yet over, so you have not earned all credits from this year.

If you earned a D or F in any course, check with your counselor to see if you are on track for graduation and/or college admission requirements.

Review with parent/guardian to check that you are on track to fulfill graduation requirements (credits/subject areas)�

Unsure? Ask a counselor for help!

What to Check?

Click on: Documents �Select: 25-26 San Jose Custom Transcript �Save & Print for your records

Review your unofficial transcript to make sure you are signing up for the courses necessary for graduation/A-G eligibility

Click “San Jose Custom Transcript”

Click on “Documents”

IC Transcript Access

Did you complete any summer courses outside of Leland High School?

Check your Leland transcript to make sure you have your approved credits added.

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Dates and Deadlines
AP Information Night: February 12th, 6:00-7:30 pm �Supplemental Form: Submit the form to the Cafeteria during Tutorial on February 13th and attend the presentation� SJCC Dual Enrollment Dates: February 4th and 5th during Tutorial in the Media Center, CCAP form due by February 13th at 3:20pm to the CRC� Course Selection, Outside Credit, Teacher Assistant (12th), and 5th Course Offsite (11th/12th) Forms (make a copy for your own records): Form deadlines correspond to your grade level and are submitted during social studies/history class �Course Selection Revision Form: Due to the CRC by March 31st at 8am

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Reminder
ALL SCHEDULE CHANGE REQUESTS ARE FINAL ON �Tuesday, March 31st at 8:00 am NO EXCEPTIONS

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Questions?

Speak with your grade-level Counselor