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Please see below for information and dates regarding Forecasting for 2007-2008 Classes
The Academic Counselor works with individual students who have special academic needs, requests, or concerns. Along with the Principal, the Academic Counselor coordinates the Writing Center — a resource available to any student who needs a study hall or assistance with study skills.
The Assistant Principal of Academics offers direction, communication, support, and counsel to the overall academic program, curriculum, and master schedule. This includes hiring and assigning teachers and department team leaders, academic forecasting, course offerings, and special programs.
The Registrar and the Assistant Principal of Academics are responsible for all aspects of student forecasting, student schedules, and the master schedule. The Registrar is responsible for scheduling students into classes and preparing transcripts and four-year plans.
During the second semester, students and parents forecast for the next academic year. Each student's teacher adviser (TA) assists and reviews course selection and forecasting forms. A student's four-year plan leading to graduation is monitored carefully by the TA and the Registrar.
Note: Forecasting for current students will be done using PASS Program Classroom Mudule
- 05 - Forecasting in TA Begins
- 19 - Deadline for students to submit forecasting sheets and Registration forms (signatures, registration fee, etc.) to their TA teacher
- 19-22 - Students/TA's input forecasting information using lab and classroom computers
- 23 - Forecasting Complete for classes 2008-2010
- 04 - Acceptance Letters due from Class of 2011
- 05 - Forecasting packets mailed to Class of 2011
- 16 - Class of 2011 forecasting packets due back to Patty Scruggs, Registrar
- 21 - Foreign Language and Math Placement exams given to Class of 2011
- 07-11 - Placement results mailed to Class of 2011**
**Students whose placement results qualify them for Conceptual Physics, will be provided the option to forecast for the class.
Placement in math and foreign language classes will be scheduled according to placement results.
If you have question, please contact:
Patty Scruggs, Registrar or
Alena Kelly, Assistant Principal, Academics
Schedule changes may be made for academic reasons. Schedule changes for reasons other than academic are discouraged. The process to initiate a schedule change is:
- Obtain a Change of Schedule form from the Academic Counselor or Registrar.
- Obtain necessary signatures from the teachers, teacher adviser, parent, Academic Counselor, and Assistant Principal of Academics.
- Return the completed form to the Registrar.
Students must attend the classes originally scheduled until the completed form is returned to and signed by the Registrar.
If a schedule change is approved, the student's permanent record will reflect one of the following marks:
- If the withdrawal occurs within the first two weeks of the semester, no mark is recorded on the permanent record.
- If the withdrawal occurs after the first two weeks of the semester, a mark of W (withdrawal) is recorded on the permanent record.
- If the withdrawal occurs after nine weeks of the semester, a mark of F (failing) may be recorded on the permanent record.
With written parental permission, a senior may choose to register for only six classes during the semester. During Senior Privilege block the student is not required to be in the building. If a senior chooses to remain in the building, she must study in either the library or the cafeteria. This privilege may be forfeited if a student is in a non-designated area of the building or has attendance, academic, or conduct infractions.
St. Mary's Academy provides a sound academic experience through course offerings and graduation requirements that incorporate the values of the mission statement as well as the expectations of colleges and universities. Honors, Advanced Placement (AP), and Portland State University (PSU) Challenge courses are open to students who meet the requirements identified by academic departments. Most colleges require 4 years of English, 3 years of math after pre-algebra, 2 years of science, 3 years of social science, and 2 years of other college preparatory courses. In addition most require 2 years of a language and recommend 3 years of lab science courses.
The offices of curriculum and instruction, the registrar, and academic counseling assist students and parents with forecasting and questions about graduation requirements. Our Assistant Principal for Academics, offers direction, support, and counsel to the overall academic program, curriculum, and master schedule. This includes assigning teaching schedules, academic forecasting, and finalizing approved course offerings. The Registrar and the Assistant Principal for Academics are responsible for all aspects of student forecasting, student schedules, and the master schedule. The Registrar schedules students into classes, prepares transcripts, and verifies four-year plans.
The Learning Center is a resource available to students who need a study hall or assistance with study skills. Our Academic Counselor, works with individual students who have special academic needs, requests, or concerns. Along with the Principal, the Academic Counselor coordinates the Writing Center.
What is the difference between an honors and a regular college prep class?
Honors classes study content in greater depth and at a quicker pace. Enrichment topics are added. Standards in reading, writing, calculation, and critical thinking are higher. More independent learning takes place. Because of the scope and requirements of an honors class, parental approval is required for students taking over two honors classes.
What should I consider before choosing to forecast for an honors class?
- Do I have a passion for this subject matter?
- Do I want to explore this content in more depth?
- Am I willing to employ more time, to do more work, and to strive to meet higher standards?
- Do I have the time to commit to this class and still meet my obligations to family, church, friends, activities, sports, and work?
- Can I balance the stress this class may cause?
- Is it okay if I don't earn an "A" in this class?
- What other honors classes am I planning to take?
What are the qualities of an honors student?
An honors student:
- Is a self-starter
- Is persistent in learning
- Has a positive attitude
- Has strong time-management skills
- Is curious and investigates ideas at length
- Offers insights and alternative explanations
- Knows that failures are feedback
- Develops unique associations
- Has the desire and ability to work at a higher level
- Is able to work and learn independently
- Pays close attention to detail
- Works well with others to reach a goal
- Accepts responsibility and is accountable for her own actions
- Exhibits creativity
St. Mary's requires a minimum of 2 years of mathematics beginning with 9th grade and including successful completion of Advanced Algebra or Advanced Algebra Topics. All college bound students should take 4 years of mathematics including Pre-Calculus.
All mathematics courses emphasize reading and problem solving. In addition, students learn how to use calculators and computers. Mathematical ideas are studied in depth through applications and practical problems. Four dimensions of understanding are emphasized: skills and procedures, properties to justify procedures and theory, uses that include real-world applications, and representations that provide concrete ways to conceptualize and visualize what is being studied.
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