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Welcome Future Sundevils! Class of 2024

Sundevils for the Win!

Winner Winner Winner!!

…And now it’s time for a POP QUIZ !!!

…at MC, our MOTTO is;

• A - MC is Super Awesome
• B – Sundevils are FIRE!
• C – It’s GREAT to be a Sundevil!

WINNER

High School Trimester vs. Middle School Trimester

MCHS Trimester

5 credits

MCHS Trimester

5 credits

MCHS Trimester

5 credits

2 trimesters = 1 year’s worth of coursework

1 year 1 tri = ½ a year

Middle School Trimester Middle School Trimester Middle School Trimester

August June August June

High School Trimester vs. Middle School Trimester

MCHS Biology 2 MCHS Biology 1 MCHS Draw/Paint 1

2 trimesters = 1 year’s worth of coursework

1 year 1 tri = ½ a year

MS Science 2 MS Science 1 MS Science 3

August June August June

Facts about MCHS’s Trimester System:

• Two Trimesters = 1 year’s worth of coursework
• Students take 4 or 5 classes a day
• 70 min. class periods
• 3 trimesters per year –Each tri 12 weeks long
• Classes, class periods & teachers may change each

trimester.

What this means for you:

• Variety!
• More room for electives! More academic electives make

you a more competitive applicant for college!

• Flexibility in schedule!
• Freshmen can be “Off Roll” 1st or 5th period.

Fall all Trim rimest ester er Winter inter Trim rimest ester er Spring T Spring Trim rimest ester er Drama 1 Biology 1 PE Integrated Math 1a Integrated Math 1b Integrated Math 2a Honors English 1 Spanish 2 Honors English 2 PE Drama 2 Biology 2 Spanish 1 PE CTE Course/Off Roll 5th

Sample 9th Grade Schedule

MCHS Core Course Experiences

Subject Requirements

Each box = 1 Trimester (5 credits per class, per trimester)

• A. World History- 10th grade 2 trimesters

5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

• A. US History- 11th grade 2 trimesters

5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

• A. Civics/Economics- 12th grade 2 trimesters

5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

• B. English-

8 trimesters 9th 9th

5 5 5 5 5 5

• C. Math-

6 trimesters 9th 9th 9th

5 5 5 5 5

• D. Biological Science-

2 trimesters 9th 9th

5 5 5 5 5 5

• D. Physical Science-

2 trimesters

5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

• E. Language other than English- 4 trimesters

9th 9th

5 5 5 5 5 5

• F. Visual and Performing Arts-

2 trimesters 9th 9th

5 5 5 5 5 5

• G. College Elective-

2 trimesters

5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

Physical Education- 4 trimesters 9th 9th 9th

5 5 5 5 5

Health Science- 1 trimester 9th

5 5 5 5 5 5 5

 Students must also earn a total of 230 Credits (85 elective)  We encourage all students to take at least one Advanced Placement course and at least one CTE (Career/Technical Education) course to be best prepared for College and Career.

Course Request Worksheet

Elective Options for 9th Grade

Visit our resource page for course descriptions.

https://www.smore.com/dv0q4

AVID

Intro to Engineering & Design

Choir Band Tall Flags

Journalism

Drawing/ Painting

3D Computer

Animation Art Appreciation Design Mixed Media

• Tech. Production

for Theater

AP Art History Drama Fire Science

First Responder

F: Visual/Perf Art

G: College Elective Other Electives

Auto

Yearbook Intro to Comp Sci Orchestra

Tips for Choosing Classes…

• Make 15 total selections, including off-roll:
• Some courses will be pre-loaded into your account for you.

Trust that these are correct. You don’t need to change any of the

pre-loaded courses unless you are opting into Honors HS English.

• Do not search for courses by title or subject. Enter ONLY by

COURSE number as listed on your Course Request Worksheet.

• For two part courses, (like Biology 1-2) be sure to enter BOTH

course numbers.

Course Title Number of selections Off Roll period 5, Tri 1 1 selection Draw/Paint 1 1 selection Biology 1-2 2 selections Spanish 1-2-3 3 selections

Alternate Electives

Enter all 3 in order of preference!

Fall all Trim rimest ester er Winter inter Trim rimest ester er Spring T Spring Trim rimest ester er Drama 1 Biology 1 PE Integrated Math 1a Integrated Math 1b Integrated Math 2a High School English 1 Spanish 2 High School English 2 PE Drama 2 Biology 2 Spanish 1 PE CTE Course/Off Roll 5th

Sample 9th Grade Schedule

Tips for choosing classes

• For English, Math, and World Language placement,

talk with your current teachers and have them recommend the course you should take in 9th grade.

• Read the course descriptions carefully for electives.
• Don’t forget Alternates! At the bottom of your list of 15

class requests, enter 3 alternate elective

choices in order of preference.

Now is the time…

• Time Management
• Organization
• Personal Responsibility
• Self-Advocacy

Develop and keep these good habits up to be prepared for the rigors of high school!

Important Dates

• MCHS Family Night – March 10th 6:00pm – PAC
• Parent/Student Walk-In Q & A Sessions:

MCHS Sun Center March 17th 8 – 11 am and 1 - 4:30pm

• Deadline to complete online course selection:

March 31st at 11:00pm

How to Get More Information

• 8th grade Transition Information:

https://www.smore.com/dv0q4

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@mcsundevils

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@Principal_Magno or @mchs_suncenter or @MtCarmelRedSea