Scheduling Presentation

Sophomores

Graduation Requirements

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• Infinite Campus allows you to monitor progress towards meeting the graduation requirements.

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• Once in Infinite Campus, click on the Academic Plan tab and select your graduating year.

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College & University Minimum Entrance Requirements

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• English 4 credits
• Math 3 credits

(Madison/Minnesota 4)

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• Science 3 credits
• Social Studies 3 credits
• Other Academics 4 credits

(World Language, Computer Science,Fine Arts)

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World Language Requirement

• For students interested in attending a four-year college/university, please verify the world language requirement.
• World language courses are rigorous and are viewed favorably by colleges and universities.

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• The Seal and Global Scholars are new initiatives in the state of Wisconsin to recognize high achieving students who have focused their academics around World Languages and globally themed classes.
• Seals will be placed on transcripts
• Colleges and businesses will recognize students with these seals as globally competent.

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Self Service - High School

Course Selection Guide

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1. Click on the Self Service app on your iPad
2. Scroll down to High School Course Selection Guide (or use the search box) to install
3. Click install the High School Course Selection Guide
4. Open the iBook app and you will find the High School Course Selection Guide in the library

Or, access the course guide here:

AP Information

• AP courses are designated for “weighted” grades. An additional 1.00 of grade points is added for a weighted course for grades of A (Advanced) through C/D (Elements of Beginning and Approaching).

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• AP courses offer the opportunity to take an optional AP exam at the end of the year. These exams do cost money. If families are not able to make full payments, an application will be made available and cases will be reviewed by the building principal. Individual payment plans will also be made available. The building administrator may consider reducing the AP testing fee. Fees will be waived for homeless and indigent students, or students who qualify for free and reduced lunch, according to district definition and state and federal laws.

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Early College Credit Program & Start College Now

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• Allows public high school juniors and seniors who meet certain requirements to take post-secondary courses at a UW institution, one of the state's participating private nonprofit institutions of higher education, or tribally-controlled colleges.
• Students do not pay for a college course if the school board determines the course qualifies for high school credit and is not comparable to a course already offered in the school district.
• If approved by the school board, the student can receive both high school and college credit upon successful completion of the course.
• ECCP is open for 10th-12th grade students
• Applications Due: March 1 for fall semester, October 1 for Spring semester. Summer- TBD
• Start College Now: WCTC 10th-12th grade. Separate Application.

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***See Student Services for Applications***

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Your Elective Options

In your ACP lessons, you looked at the Career Clusters. When selecting your courses, consider your potential career interests.

What could you try now to see if it is a good fit?

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TREK

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TREK is a new learning environment offered through Waukesha West High School elective courses.

Students can create their own learning experiences through personalized learning plans.

Goal :collaborative relationships and making school work relevant, connect learner’s interests to relevant and meaningful learning experiences.

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TREK Presentation

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TREK Information

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High School Math Requirements & Options

Math 8

Integrated Math 1

Integrated Math 2

Algebra 2 or Honors Algebra 2

Honors Algebra 2/ Algebra 2 covers the essential content and skills to prepare students to take a variety of first year college courses, including AP Pre-Calculus or AP-Statistics.

Quantitative Reasoning

Quantitative Reasoning is designed for students who are looking for real-world application of math concepts.

Pre-Calculus or *AP Pre-Calculus

*AP Calculus AB

*AP Calculus BC

*Accelerated Calculus 1

*Accelerated Calculus 2

Accelerated Calc 1 and 2 combine Pre-Calculus, Calc AB, and Calc BC into a two year sequence, preparing students to take the Calculus BC exam upon completion of the two courses. The exam is worth 9 AP credits.

Industrial Math

Pre-College Math

*AP Statistics

AP Stats can be taken in conjunction with a 3rd-year math.

Stretch Class

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What subject area do you perform best in? Stretch yourself in that area!

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What does a stretch class look like?

• Rigorous
• Possibly AP or Honors
• A class that a college admissions counselor would find impressive
• A class that will help you reach to your fullest potential as a student
• Take an additional class instead of a study hall
• A goal class

Summer School Information

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• Usually available in Mid-Late March
• Six weeks in length
• More information regarding specific dates coming soon. Check the School District of Waukesha’s website second semester
• No more than three absences
• Enrichment or course make-up
• Students can register themselves for summer school OR
• Counselors can register students for Summer School (Please reach out to your counselor if you need help)

Information will be posted on the School District of Waukesha’s home page

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Connect with your counselor

• Mrs. DeLeón (A-G)
• m9deleon@waukeha.k12.wi.us

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• Mrs. Gibson (H-N)
• algibson@waukesha.k12.wi.us

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• Mrs. Paulin (O-Z)
• kpaulin@waukesha.k12.wi.us

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Course Selection- 7 Cr. Minimum

Course Selection

Infinite Campus - Academic Planner