MAPLE GROVE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL REGISTRATION HANDBOOK 2021-2022 Dear Maple Grove Senior High Students and Families: You are about to begin the annual registration for your high school course selection, which involves many decisions. This process is extremely important because the course requests you make will determine which courses are offered next year at MGSH. We hope this process will be unique to each individual student’s needs. The high school experience can be most memorable, enjoyable, and valuable, if thoughtful planning is used.
In order to complete the planning process, all of us - student, families, and staff - must work closely together. As a school, we will provide courses that will be challenging and begin the preparation of students for their post high school choices. As students, you must become familiar with the courses and programs of studies offered at MGSH and select courses that will help you reach your academic, personal and vocational goals. Families, we need you to work with your student and the faculty in planning an appropriate program of study for your student.
To assist you with this process, we strongly encourage you and your student to sit down and discuss a four-year plan in each subject area. Over the years, requirements have changed, new courses have been added and new learning opportunities exist that we want you to be aware of prior to making your courses selections. If at any time during the program planning process you have questions about the curriculum, course offerings, etc. please contact any staff member, especially the ones listed below.
We hope each student is appropriately challenged and successful at Maple Grove Senior High. Sincerely, Bart Becker, Principal Jill Knutson, Assistant Principal Janell Leisen Assistant Principal Brad Revolinski, Assistant Principal Amanda Reinschmidt, Special Education Building Coordinator Shelly Benusa, Counselor Jennifer Hamel, Counselor Heather Hernandez, Counselor Jacquelyn Rothstein, Counselor Sarah Vander Pol, Counselor Krista Brenno, Student Assistance Counselor Mike Vecellio, Career Placement Specialist 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION. 4 PLANNING FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION. 5 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS GRADES 9 - 12.
6 PATHWAYS FOR COLLEGE READINESS……………………………………………………………………….7 CAREER & COLLEGE PLANNING. 8-9 EXTRACURRICULAR & CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITY ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY .10 BUSINESS, MARKETING & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (BMIT). 13 ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS. 14-19 FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE (FACS)….20 HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNET PROGRAM (at Osseo Senior High).
26-29 PHYSICAL EDUCATION/HEALTH. 49-50 SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. 51 Career & Technical Education/Special Education. 52 International Baccalaureate Programmes.
53 Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO). 55 COURSES BY TITLE (Alphabetical Index). 56-60 3 INTRODUCTION REGISTRATION GUIDELINES • Ninth and tenth graders must carry six credits per trimester. Eleventh and twelfth must carry a minimum of five credits per trimester.
• Repeating a class to improve a grade or remove a failure is usually permitted. It is the student’s responsibility to inform the registrar’s office, using the procedure outlined in the student handbook, when the repeated course is completed. When 2 classes with the same course number appear on the transcript, the best grade will be retained. The other class remains on the transcript and an “NC” will be given in place of the previous grade.
An additional credit is not earned when repeating a class, with the exception of some “lab” or “studio” classes. • Auditing of classes (taking a class for no credit) is not permitted under normal circumstances. HOW TO USE THIS REGISTRATION HANDBOOK Course descriptions are grouped together by the department in which the course is offered. There is an index in the back of the book that is alphabetical by course title, and indicates what page the course description can be found.
Besides the course description, other information includes: -the title of the course -the course number (which is the number that will be entered when you do your online registration) -required Prerequisites (what you need to take before you take that course) -the Graduation Requirement that course would fulfill (for requirements, see chart on pages 6 & 7) -the target grade level that the course is intended for The may also be some very important notes regarding the course. Make sure you understand the procedures before you begin. Review requirements for graduation. Read and understand the course descriptions and prerequisites.
Decide which courses you want to take, based on your plans for after high school (college, tech school, etc. Discuss plans with your parents/guardians. If necessary, consult with teachers or counselor. Use information you have about yourself, such as test results, interest inventories, and past grades.
Check entrance requirements for colleges and other post-secondary programs before you select your school courses for future endeavors. CLASS CHANGE REQUESTS Once the registration process is complete, class change requests are discouraged, and in some cases, not possible. Please refer to the student handbook for additional information. TERMINOLOGY AND DEFINITIONS Required course: A course that every student must pass in order to graduate from all ISD 279 Osseo Area schools, including Maple Grove Senior High.
Prerequisite: A course that students must pass before registering for a higher level course Elective: Term used to describe any course that is not a required course Lab: These courses may be repeated for credit with additional expectations. Studio: Course that is taken once a student reaches a high proficiency level (i. May be repeated for credit. Zero Hour: A course that if offered before 1st hour (class usually starts about 6:30 AM) It is important for all students to have their own transportation for the duration of the class.
Flex: Flex courses are offered outside of the normal parameters of a school schedule. These courses allow students to learn online instead of physical attendance some days of the week. 4 PLANNING FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION To graduate from an Osseo Area school you must meet the following requirements: 45 credits in specified areas (as listed below) 19 elective credits Meet State Graduation Testing Requirements English Math Science Social Studies 12 credits 9 credits 9 credits 10 credits (4 years) (3 years including (3 years, must include Non-Linear Algebra, Science 9, Biology and Geometry and Algebra 2) Chemistry OR Physics) Life Fitness Health Fine Arts Electives 1 credit (taken in any 1 credit (taken in any 3 credits (see list below of 19 credits grade 9 - 12) grade 9 - 12) eligible courses) The following courses meet the Fine Arts requirements for graduation: • Visual Arts: all courses offered through the ISD 279 - Osseo Area Schools Visual Arts department in grades 9-12 • Music: all courses offered through the ISD 279 - Osseo Area Schools Music department in grades 9-12 AND Advanced Dramatic Literature Introduction to Engineering Design Advanced Journalism 1 and 2 Journalism Art of Film Journalism Internship Basic Journalism Photography B: Digital Computer Gaming and 3-D Modeling Principles of Construction Digital Journalism Radio and Television Digital Photography Specialty Tech Lab Wood Technology Fashion Apparel and Design Web Design 1 GAME:IT Game Design Wood Technology IB Diploma Programme Film Wood Tech 2 Interactive Multimedia for Business Yearbook Lab Interior Design Introduction to CAD *Not all courses are offered at all schools every year Introduction to Dramatic Literature (A, B) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR PLANNING 1. The school year in ISD 279 - Osseo Area Schools is divided into three, 12-week trimesters.
As outlined in the Student Handbook, PASS/FAIL grading may be assigned to a student by administrative actions only. These circumstances would include medical issues, hospitalizations, and other situations deemed as appropriate by administration. ISD 279 high schools allows for the use of weighted grades for classes that involve a more rigorous curriculum and course of study. Such classes may include: Advanced Placement (AP); International Baccalaureate (IB) and Autonomous Learner Program (ALP) classes.
District high schools will specifically designate in registration handbooks all classes which afford weighted grading due to academic rigor. The weighted grading systems adds a value of .34 to any grade of a “C” or higher earned in identified courses. Final transcripts will show both weighted and unweighted GPA. 5 Graduation Requirements Grades 9-12 GRADE 9 GRADE 10 GRADE 11 GRADE 12 Trimester 1 Trimester 1 Trimester 1 Trimester 1 1.
English 12 or equivalent equivalent equivalent equivalent 2. Physical Science 9 3 Biology 3. elective or Physics) 4. elective Trimester 2 Trimester 2 Trimester 2 Trimester 2 1.
English 12 or equivalent equivalent equivalent equivalent 2. elective or Physics) 4. elective Trimester 3 Trimester 3 Trimester 3 Trimester 3 1. English 12 or equivalent equivalent equivalent equivalent 2.
elective or Physics) 4. elective Health and Life Fitness can be taken any year in grades 9-12 Chemistry or Physics requirement can be taken in grades 11 or 12 Students must pass Non-Linear Algebra, Geometry and Algebra 2 to graduate 6 7 CAREER AND COLLEGE PLANNING The mission of the Career Resource Center (CRC) is to create and support a career development and/or post- high school plan for each student. The CRC supports the high school Advisement program with career and college planning activities in the Ramp Up to Readiness program. The CRC provides guidance, career planning and college resources, and information about options for life after high school.
The CRC is available to help parents and students with: Research and Guidance NCAA Clearinghouse (for college athletics) • Small group informational presentations • Core course audit • Individual appointments • Division I and II eligibility • College representative visits • CRC bulletin Testing Upcoming ACT and SAT test dates • ACT/SAT College open house information • PSAT/NMSQT Scholarship opportunities • Advanced Placement Military representative visits • Official transcripts and verification data for Special Activities college applications/scholarships • Member of North Hennepin Chamber of Commerce Financial Aid • Mock Interviews, Star Student Awards and • Free Application for Federal Student Aid Banquet (FAFSA) • Scholarship opportunities Employment Opportunities • Student loan information CAREER GUIDANCE Post-High School Training The following information may be helpful as you think about requirements for entrance into the various kinds of training after high school. College entrance requirements and high school graduation requirements are not the same. Each college has its own admission standards, so you should learn about the entrance requirements for the college(s) of your choice. Ask your counselor or CRC personnel for information on specific college entrance requirements.
Most colleges in Minnesota require an entrance exam. It is recommended that you take the ACT with writing or the SAT in the spring of your junior year. Some colleges request statements from your high school counselor about your character, personality or class rank. A high school transcript (grades 9-12) is also necessary.
Recommendation letters from counselors and teachers are available, and need to be arranged in advance with your counselor or teacher(s). Minnesota Public State Colleges & Universities It is usually recommended that students have four years of English, three years of math, three years of science, three years of social studies, two years of a single, second language, and one year of visual and/or performing arts. The University of Minnesota Twin Cities has additional entrance requirements for most colleges within the University. Private Liberal Arts College Admission requirements for liberal arts colleges in Minnesota vary.
Generally, colleges recommend or require students to have four years of English, three years of math, three years of social studies, three years of science, and two to three years of world language in 9th through 12th grades. 8 Community College (2-year transfer or 2-year Associate Degree) Entrance requirements specify graduation from an accredited high school. nursing) may have specific entrance requirements. Technical Colleges Public Technical Colleges in Minnesota offer more than 100 different types of trades training for students who are at least 16 years old.
Qualified students are accepted for admission at any of the schools. The Technical Colleges closest to our school district are Hennepin, Anoka, Minneapolis, and St. Paul Area Technical Colleges. Technical training programs include Agriculture and Natural Resources, Arts Communication and Humanities, Business and Administration, Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology, Health Services and Human Services.