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Mead High School Incoming Freshman Registration
Open Enrollment
SVVSD has sent emails to families regarding whose been accepted to
Mead High School. Please login to your Open Enrollment Dashboard
and follow the instructions to accept your seat at Mead High School.
• Once you’ve completed this step, then you’ll be added to the Mead HS
roster of students and will have access to register for classes.
• If you’ve never been a student in SVVSD, then there’s additional
documentation you’ll need to submit. This can be submitted
electronically through the Open Enrollment Dashboard or you can
submit it in person to Andrea Felton in the Counseling Office.
February 1st is the deadline to accept your Open Enrollment offer
Administration/Counseling Administration Rachael Ayers Principal Kristine Keel A-E Assistant Principal Alain Valette F-L Assistant Principal Ronnie Maynes M-R Dean of Students Chad Eisentrager S-Z Assistant Principal / AD Counseling Anthony Elliott A-E School Counselor Courtney Howe F-L School Counselor Maura Brady-McMullen M-R School Counselor Rebecca Miller S-Z School Counselor Mental Health Pedro Linsenmeyer Mental Health Counselor
Welcome to Mead High School • Transition to Mead High School • Programs and Academic Planning • Choosing Classes • Registration Process
Transitioning to Mead High School
Differences – Grades and Credits
Middle School High School
• Students don’t earn credits • 0.5 credit for each semester class
24.5 credits required for graduation
• Grading system – Simple A, B, C, D, F • Weighted GPA - 4.0 / 4.5 / 5.0
• GPA for class placement • GPA is used for class rank, college
admission, class placement, scholarships
and car insurance
• No transcripts • Grades are transcribed on a student’s
transcript (permanent record) at the end
of each semester.
• 70% Assessments • 80% Assessments
• 30% Homework • 20% Homework
Differences – Classes
Middle School High School
• Advanced (Language Arts & Math) • Honors, AP & Concurrent Enrollment
• English 9 Honors
• Biology Honors
• Geometry Honors
• Algebra 2 Honors
• World Geo/History Honors
• AP Human Geography
• AP Environmental Science
• Late work is accepted for full credit • Late work may NOT be accepted
• If accepted – partial credit
• High Expectations • Even Higher Expectations
• Test corrections and re-take options are • Rare opportunities to re-take tests
common
Tips for Academic Success • Pay attention and participate in class • Don’t procrastinate – Complete and turn in work on time • Study for tests • Meet with your teachers and ask them for help • Communicate with your counselor if you’re struggling • Attend after school tutoring if necessary • Available 2x per week • Late-bus is available • MAV20 – Academic Days – Get the help you need
What is MAV 20?
• MAV 20 is an Advisory class that meets everyday for 20 minutes
• Each MAV 20 class is grouped by grade level and students will stay
with their MAV 20 class through all 4 years
• Attendance and participation is required – Pass/Fail class
• What do you do in MAV 20?
• School Culture (school spirit, assemblies, class competitions)
• College & Career (ICAP, career exploration, college planning)
• Social/Emotional (positive relationships, character ed, SOS)
• Academic (study skills, academic travel days, study hall)
• Students will earn 0.25 credit each semester
A Typical Day at Mead High School
• All freshmen must have 8 classes
• 4 classes each day for 85 minutes each
o A Day—Class period A1, A2, A3, A4
o B Day—Class period B5, B6, B7, B8
• 20 minute MAV 20 class (advisory) everyday
• School starts at 7:45am and ends at 2:45pmGet Involved • Students who are involved in activities, clubs or athletics are more likely to be successful in high school because they feel more connected to the school community, their peers and staff. • Clubs and activities give students opportunities to be involved in school outside of classes and to meet friends who share similar interests. Students can even start their own club. • College admission factors include involvement and leadership in extra- curricular activities, such as music, clubs and athletics. • Extra-curricular Activities at Mead High School • Co-Curricular Activities • Clubs and Organizations • Athletics
Clubs and Activities Clubs Activities Art Club Band Book Club Choir DECA Drama Family, Career and Community Leadership Journalism Fellowship of Christian Athletes Mead Energy Academy Film Club Musical Theatre French Club Musical Theatre Pit Orchestra Future Farmers of America (@ CDC) Mead Energy Academy GSA – Gay Straight Alliance Speech and Debate Ollin LatinX Club Student Council National Honor Society Unified Physical Education Posse Unified Percussion Ensemble Robotics Club Unified Sports Rock Band Club Yearbook Rotary Interact Sources of Strength Score a Friend Thespian Troupe 7960
Athletics
Fall Sports Winter Sports Spring Sports
Football Boys Wrestling Track & Field
Girls Volleyball Girls Wrestling Boys Baseball
Girls Softball Boys Basketball Girls Soccer
Cross Country Girls Basketball Girls Tennis
Cheer Cheer Unified Soccer
Dance Dance *Lacrosse
Boys Soccer Unified Basketball Girls Golf
Boys Golf *Girls Swimming *Boys Swimming
Unified Football **Boys Volleyball
*Gymnastics
*Boys Tennis
*Mead HS students can participate **Boys Volleyball is a new CHSAA
in these sports at other SVVSD sport and will potentially begin play
schools. at Mead HS during the 2020-2021
school year.Athletic Eligibility
• Eligibility is checked for the previous semesters ending grades. Athletes
must have passed 2.5 credits to be eligible. If not, they will regain
eligibility in 60 days.
• All 9th Graders are eligible at the start of their 1st Semester
• Eligibility is then checked weekly
• 2 or more F’s during weekly checks = Ineligibility
Mr. Chad Eisentrager
Athletic DirectorPrograms and Academic Planning
Graduation Requirements
• Credits and Coursework
• Graduates will need to complete a total of 24.5 credits in grades 9-12 to
graduate. Credits must include:
• English (4.0)
• Social Studies (3.0)
• Financial Literacy (0.5) - taken in 10th or 11th grade
• Mathematics (3.0)
• Science (3.0)
• Physical Education (2.0)
• Practical Arts (0.5)
• Fine Arts (0.5)
• Health (0.5)
• General Electives (7.5)ICAP- Individual Career and Academic Plan ICAP Activities and Skills - Naviance and MAV 20 • Learn about jobs, salaries and requirements such as education, certification and experience • Managing college applications and letters of recommendation • Researching colleges, trade schools and the military • Documenting community service and extra-curricular activities • Sending professional emails • Setting Goals • Writing a resume • Identifying learning style and interests • Documenting college and career visits • Career Exploration • Mock Interviews • Social and Emotional Learning • Academic Planning • Personal Financial Literacy
Importance of Education Education Average Annual Salary Unemployment Rate Professional Degree $102,200 2% Doctorate Degree $91,000 2% Master’s Degree $70,000 3% Bachelor’s Degree $56,500 4% Associate’s Degree $44,800 5% Some College-no degree $40,400 7% High School Diploma $35,400 7% High School Dropout $25,100 11%
College: Start Preparing Now
College admission factors:
• GPA: Core GPA is Important
• Colleges will look through your transcript to see what your grades are in
core classes. Core GPA – Cumulative GPA
• Rigor: Honors and Advanced Placement classes.
• College bound students should plan on taking Honors, AP and/or
Concurrent Enrollment classes throughout high school
• Test Scores: SAT (or ACT) - Prepare for the SAT with Khan Academy
• Juniors will take the SAT
• Sophomores will take the PSAT 10
• Freshmen will take the PSAT 8/9
• Extra Curricular Activities, Community Service and Leadership
• GET INVOLVED and TAKE ON LEADERSHIP ROLES!
• Letters of Recommendation and College EssaysDo more than the minimum!
• Colleges want students who are challenging themselves to take classes above and
beyond high school graduation requirements.
• Make sure you’re not taking on too much and create a balance between your schedule,
activities and free time.
• Scholarships are awarded to students who get good grades, take challenging classes,
participate in school activities, pursue leadership opportunities, score well on the SAT and
do more than the MINIMUM REQUIRED.
Daniels Scholarship
Boettcher Scholarship
National Merit Scholarship Only 1 Valedictorian (ranked #1) and 1 Salutatorian
(ranked #2) per graduating class.Mead Energy Academy will prepare students for college studies, technical education, certification programs and the workforce. Studies include the following industries: Coal, Conservation, Geothermal, Hydro-Electric, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Solar and Wind. • Principles of Energy Science • option for 9th graders • Energy Industry Practices • GIS • AP Environmental Science • option for 9th graders • Energy Academy Senior Capstone Students interested in pursuing Energy Academy classes will have the opportunity to take classes in a multi-million dollar facility with latest equipment and technology. Field trips to various energy industries are common for students in the Energy Academy.
AP Capstone is an innovative program that equips students with the independent research, collaborative teamwork, and communication skills that are increasingly valued by colleges. Students can begin this program as early as 10th grade.
CDC and Innovation Center • If you applied for these classes, then counselors will be notified in February if you’ve been approved. • Once counselors find out who’s been approved, then they will add these courses to your Course Requests. • Do NOT enter CDC or Innovation Center courses on your registration form.
Concurrent Enrollment SVVSD will pay the tuition for two college classes each semester for juniors and seniors. • Classes must meet specific district requirements • Students are responsible for paying class fees and purchasing textbooks • Students must earn a C or better, otherwise they must repay the district the cost of tuition • Classes can be taken through FRCC or Aims CC
Tips for Choosing Classes • Thoroughly read the course descriptions and graduation requirements • If you’re ready, challenge yourself by taking honors and/or AP classes • Make sure to have a good balance between your classes and activities • Enroll in 1-2 PE classes during your freshman year • Consider taking a World Language class (Spanish or French) if you’re currently earning a B or better in your 8th grade English class • If you’re currently earning a C or less in Algebra 1, Geometry or Algebra 2, then consider re-taking this class as a freshman • Take classes that interest you and prepare you for college and career readiness
Honors and AP Classes
• Carefully read the Course Expectations (included with registration materials)
• AP Classes are college level classes with the potential to earn college credit.
• Talk to your counselor and teachers to learn more about specific Honors and AP
classes to determine whether you’re ready for this challenge.
• If you’re earning all A’s in 8th grade, then you may be ready for an AP
• If you’re earning A’s & B’s in 8th grade, then Honors may be a good fit
• All others should wait until 10th or 11th grade to take honors/AP classes
Freshman Honors classes – Weighted GPA (4.5)
English Honors 9
World Geo/History Honors
Biology Honors
Geometry Honors, Algebra 2 Honors, Pre-calculus with Trig Honors
Freshman AP classes – Weighted GPA (5.0)
AP Human Geography
AP Environmental Science9th Grade English Classes
q English 9
q English Honors 9
q Integrated English 9
• Must also enroll in Integrated World
History/Geography
q Integrated English Honors 9
• Must also enroll in Integrated World
History/Geography Honors
• 4.0 credits required
for graduation9th Grade Social Studies Classes
q World History/Geography
q World History/Geography Honors
q Integrated World History/Geography
• Must also enroll in Integrated English 9
q Integrated World History/Geography
Honors 9
• Must also enroll in Integrated English 9 Honors
q AP Human Geography
• 3.0 credits required
for graduation9th Grade Science Classes
REQUIRED
q Biology
q Biology Honors
qA or B Algebra 1 or higher
Additional Science Options
q Principles of Energy Science
q Must also enroll in a Biology class
q AP Environmental Science
q Must also enroll in a Biology class
• 3.0 credits required
for graduation9th Grade Math Classes
• Algebra 1 + Extensions
• Algebra 1
• Geometry
• Geometry Honors
• Algebra 2 + Extensions
• Algebra 2
• Algebra 2 Honors
• Pre-Calculus with Trig
• Pre-Calculus with Trig Honors
3.0 credits required for graduation
If you’re currently earning a C, D or F in
Algebra 1, Geometry or Algebra 2, then you
should repeat this class in 9th grade
CRMS & MMS teachers have sent over
their math recommendations.World Language Classes • French 1, 2, 3, 4 • Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4 • Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1, 2 • AP Spanish Language • See the Course Description Book for placement in Spanish classes • Not required to graduate from high school, but recommended (2-3 years of the same language) for college admission • If you’ve struggled (D or F) in your 8th grade English class, then you should wait until 10th grade before taking a world language class
Health and PE Classes • Health – Required for all 9th graders • Fitness 1: Life Fitness • Net & Target • Invasion & Field • Ironworks 1 • Ironworks 2 • Unified PE • PE classes may be repeated... • 0.5 credit of Health required for graduation • 2.0 PE credits required for graduation
Fine Arts – Visual Arts Classes
• Beginning & Advanced Drawing
• Beginning & Advanced Painting
• Beginning & Advanced Ceramics
• Animation
• 2D Design
• Computer Graphics
• Advanced Studio Art
• Beginning Digital Photography
• Advanced Digital Photography
• AP Studio Art
• 0.5 Fine Arts credit
required for graduationFine Arts - Music Classes • Band • Choir • Orchestra • Drama & Drama 2 • Musical Theatre • Pit Orchestra • History of Rock & Roll • Guitar 1, Guitar 2 • 0.5 Fine Arts credit required for graduation • See course description for placement in music classes
Practical Arts Classes
Family & Consumer Science
• Culinary Nutrition, Food Science 2
• Parent Child Development
• Living On Your Own, Relationships
Business
• Personal Finance, Intro to Business
• Marketing, Management, Business Law
• Starting Your Own Business
Technology
• Intro to Programming
• Intro to App Development
• Robotics, Cyber Security
• AP Computer Science
• AP Computer Science Principles
Other
• Yearbook
• Music Technology
• Basic and Intermediate Stage Technician
• 0.5 credit required for graduationSpecial Education Students • If your student is in special education, please have them register for 9th grade classes. The special education department will work with the middle schools to ensure student’s are enrolled in the appropriate classes as outlined in their IEP and will make adjustments as needed. • High school case managers and counselors will individually schedule students into co-taught or para supported classes based on their IEP prior to the first day of classes. • If you have specific questions, please contact your student’s middle school case manager.
Registration Process
Registration Materials
• Mead HS Course Description Book (MHS Website)
• 9th Grade Course Selection Form
• Registration Instructions
• Academic Planning Worksheet
• Supplemental Forms
• Yearbook Application (if applicable)
• Journalism Application (if applicable)
Students at the following schools received All other students can pick up their
their registration materials on Tuesday: registration materials tonight before
• Mead Middle School they leave at the Counseling table
• Coal Ridge Middle School
• Imagine Charter School
All materials are available on the MHS websiteRegistration Process
• Read the Mead HS Course Description Book (online)
• Complete and sign all registration forms
• 9th Grade Course Selection Form
• Yearbook Application (if applicable)
• Journalism Application (if applicable)
• Attend the Mead HS Curriculum Fair
• 6:30pm – 8:00pm
• Enter your Course Requests using Infinite Campus
• If you currently attend a SVVSD middle school
• Skip this step if you attend a non-SVVSD middle school
• Submit your Course Selection form and any other forms to
Mead High School, your CRMS or your MMS counselor
• Deadline: Friday, January 24Registration Tips
• 9th graders will be scheduled into a Study Hall during the 1st semester. Students
may request a Study Hall during the 2nd semester to replace an elective.
• Parents may opt their student out of Study Hall by emailing their assigned high school
counselor.
• Talk to your current teachers about which classes you should take next year.
• CRMS and MMS math teachers will provide us with class recommendations. To ensure
proper placement we will cross check course requests with math recommendations.
• Thoroughly read course descriptions and prerequisites before registering for classes.
• Complete your online registration using Infinite Campus and submit all registration
forms by January 24th
Registration Deadline - January 24thAvailable on the Mead HS website
Course Descriptions and Prerequisites
Course Number Name of course Description
A = Sem 1 of course
B = Sem 2
Check for Prerequisites9th Grade Course Selection Form
Carefully read the instructions on your Course Selection Form
Don’t forget to PRINT your name,
school and student # on this form9th Grade Course Selection Form Check the appropriate boxes and fill in the blanks below – 16 course #’s required
Backup Elective Choices Enter 6 backup elective requests below
Elective Choices: Page 2 Elective options are listed on the back of your Course Selection form. READ COURSE DESCRIPTIONS BEFORE SELECTING COURSES
Academic Planning Worksheet
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6 alternate coursesRegistration Deadline: January 24th
Coal Ridge MS & Mead Middle School students:
• Submit the materials below to your middle school counselor
• Enter your course requests in Infinite Campus
All other middle school students & New Students (9-11):
• Submit your registration materials to the Mead HS Counseling
Office in person or via email to your assigned MHS Counselor
• Enter your course requests in Infinite Campus
• Open Enrolled students can skip this step if you don’t have access to
Mead High School’s Course Registration link in Infinite Campus
Mead High School Website – mhs.svvsd.org/forms
• Registration presentation
• Course Description Book
• 9th Grade Course Request Form
• Journalism and Yearbook applicationsCurriculum & Activities Fair
6:30pm-8:00pm
Teachers, coaches and club sponsors will be available to answer
student/parent questions about classes, clubs and athletics.
• Honors and AP classes
• Energy Academy
• AP Capstone
• CDC – Career Development Center
• SVVSD Innovation Center
• Concurrent Enrollment - FRCC and Aims CC
• English, Math, Science, Social Studies & World Language
• Art, Business, Technology, PE and Family & Consumer Science
• Performing Arts: Band, Choir, Orchestra and Theatre
• Student Council, Unified, Yearbook and Journalism
• Special Education staff
• Counselors
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