February 9, 2015February 10, 2015

What is registration?

• Registration is a thoughtful process of choosing classes for the following school year

• Once students register, CT administration builds the master schedule based on student requests

• Teachers are hired and sections are created based on student choices (this is why it is so hard to change your schedule)

Why do I need to take registration seriously?

• Master Schedule based on student requests for classes• The courses you list are requests, however, we do our

best to ensure that you get the classes that you request.

• Schedule changes are difficult and almost impossible, and NO FUN!

• Plan for life after CT

FAQs• Who should I talk to when deciding on

class choices?– Talk to your current teachers and your

parents about class options – You may also consult with your counselor if

you are uncertain about what choice(s) to make.

– It seems early but look up your dream college and see what they require. Some colleges have quirky requirements!

CCSD Graduation RequirementsEnglish 4.0 CreditsSocial Studies 3.0 Credits

(must include 1.0 US History & .5 American Gov’t)Math 3.0 CreditsScience 3.0 CreditsForeign Language 0.0 CreditsPE 1.5 CreditsHealth 0.5 CreditsPractical/Fine Arts 1.5 CreditsElective 5.5 CreditsTOTAL 22.0 CREDITS

Colorado Higher Education Admission Requirements (HEAR)*

English 4.0 CreditsSocial Studies 3.0 CreditsMath 4.0 CreditsScience 3.0 CreditsForeign Language 1.0 CreditsAcademic Electives 2.0 CreditsTOTAL 17.0 CREDITS*Required for consideration to all four-year public

colleges/universities in Colorado.

CCSD/School Policy• CCSD Board Policy requires that all students

enroll in 4 core classes each semester• Sophomores must schedule a minimum of 6

classes each semesterMath Intv, Guided Study don’t count as one of the 6

• Cannot preregister for more than 8 classes• Check course descriptions and prerequisites in

Program of Study (found on CT website).

More Info…•Consider CCSD graduation requirements, prerequisites, and post-graduate plans before registering for classes.

•Know that it is best for both college admission and test scores to take the most rigorous course load you can handle. Also consider balance.

Other things to consider:• Concurrent Enrollment (CE), IB,

Honors, AP

• STEM, Liberal Arts Distinctions

Things to Know…• Registration in PowerSchool opens: 3/9/2015• Registration in PowerSchool closes: 3/20/2015• Discuss any concerns with your counselor prior to

going on Spring Break! In the fall will be too late!

• Involve your parents in the conversations and decisions

• You are not allowed to choose teachers or off periods

Log into PowerSchool

PowerSchool

Core Recommendations

Core Recommendations

Choose ElectivesClick on the pencil icons in the elective areas of interest. Note: You don’t have to pick something from every area!

Be Sure to click Submit!Caution: Once you click submit, you will not

be able to change your choices

Final NotesThings you are leaving with today:

• Your unofficial transcript• Course selection sheet /Core Appeal Form• Instructions on how and when to Pre-

register in Naviance (back of course selection sheet)

• Schedule Correction Policy• Registration Window: Mar. 9 thru Mar. 20

Start having conversations NOW

Thank youClass of 2018!