It is very important that students and parents select courses based on the student’s graduation and post-secondary plans. The choices students make during the course selection process determine the master schedule and teacher assignments.
Once the scheduling process is completed, schedule change requests will be honored only if the student has been improperly placed or if there are compelling academic reasons for a change. Schedule changes will not be made for the following reasons:
- Teacher preference
- Off block preference to accommodate carpooling, after school sport activities, job, or other activities
Schedule Change Requests
Students will receive their yearlong schedule one week before the school year starts. Schedule change requests may only be made within the first 5 school days of the first semester, and the first 2 days of the second semester, and are limited to the following reasons:
- The student is missing a required course needed for graduation.
- The student did not receive their first-choice elective, and there is space available in that elective without impacting the master schedule.
- The student is academically misplaced, such as lacking a prerequisite for a scheduled class.
- Classes need to be balanced to prevent overcrowding.
Level change requests
Course level changes for advanced courses with a corresponding on-level class may be considered if space is available. To be eligible for a transfer from an Advanced, Honors, or Concurrent Enrollment course, students must demonstrate a sincere effort to succeed. This includes attending tutorials, completing assignments, and conferencing with the teacher. Students wishing to request a level change must complete the Level Change Request Form, available in the counseling office. If the request is approved, impact on the student’s transcript will apply. See the Course Guide for more information.
Elective Course Changes
Year-long electives cannot be dropped in the second semester. Elective course changes can be requested and will be honored if there is space available without disrupting the rest of the student’s schedule or causing a negative impact on the master schedule. The completed Schedule Change form must be turned into the Counseling Office for processing. Please note that even if approved, the change will occur only if there is room available in the requested course. If there is any question about the difficulty level of a particular course, teachers and counselors should be consulted prior to requesting the course.
