Northwest High SchoolAll for One

and One for All

Counselors 2012-2013A-B Mr. Flach

C-D Ms. McCarthy-ReddE-Ga Ms. NoonanGb-Gz Ms. DethlefsenH-K Ms. CoisL-Mop Ms. Bonilla Moq-Ra Ms. O’ConnellRb-S Ms. EdmundsT-Z Ms. Bunting

Small Learning CommunitiesUlysses Signature Program

Dr. BorenzweigApplication due date: Feb. 15th

Academy of Finance (AOF) Ms. Richards

Biotechnology Ms. Link

Commercial and Fine ArtsMs. Hess

Graduation Requirements You must earn a minimum of 22 credits.

75 Student Service Learning Hours

Pass the Maryland High School AssessmentsAlgebra, Biology,

English, NSL

Maryland State Requirements for Graduation

4 credits of English3 credits of Science (1 physical sci. and 1

biology) ACES Program 4 credits of Math (1 algebra and 1 geometry)3 credits of Social Studies (USH, NSL, MWH)1 credit of Fine Art1 credit of Physical Education1 credit of Technology.5 credit of HealthProgram Completion Requirement:

2 credits of foreign language2 credits of advanced technology 4-9 credits of a career development program

2.5 credits of Electives

Earning High School Credit in Middle School

• Need to pass class• Need to pass final exam

Classes count towards your cumulative High School GPA

Career Technology Programs

Printing, Graphics & Electronic MediaBiotechnologyMedical CareersFoundations of Building & Construction TechnologiesCarpentryElectricity (Construction)Heating/Air ConditioningFire Cadet/EMT

MasonryPlumbingCosmetologyHospitality & TourismNail TechnologyProfessional Restaurant ManagementNetwork Operations & ProgrammingInterior DesignDrafting & Design TechnologyAuto Body Repair TechnologyAutomotive TechnologyFoundations of Automotive Technologies

Extracurricular Activities

Stay Eligible =2.0 and no more than 1 EAthletics•August 17th (Fall season)•Physicals necessary.

Clubs and ActivitiesStudent Leadership Activities

What a Typical University of Maryland Freshman Looks Like (2009)

University of Maryland expects all applicants, at a MINIMUM, to have completed the following course work:

4 years of English4 yrs. of Math, Alg. 1 & 2, Geometry3 yrs. of Science in 2 areas, min. 2 labs3 yrs. of History or Social Science2 yrs. of Foreign Language

Successful applicants typically exceed the minimum requirements in Math and Foreign Language and include several honors and/or AP courses.

Enrolling in math courses all 4 years of high school is strongly recommended.

NORTHWEST HIGH SCHOOLGRADE 9 REGISTRATION FORM

2013-2014

ID Number _________Last Name First Name ____________

Home Phone Student Cell Phone ________________

Parent/Guardian # 1 Cell Phone ________________Parent/Guardian # 2 E-Mail Address _______________________________

All students must be scheduled for 7 periods. Be sure to choose a class for each period of the day. If you would like for your child to be enrolled in a course that has not been recommended, please write a note indicating that and attach it to the registration form.

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2Teacher Recommendations Teacher Recommendations

131100 ENGLISH 9A 131200 ENGLISH 9B

320100 GEOMETRY A 320200 GEOMETRY B

362100 HON BIOLOGY A 362200 HON BIOLOGY B

21100 HON USH A 211200 HON USH B

171200 SPANISH 2A 172200 SPANISH 2BPlease PRINT

course number & title for electivesPlease PRINT

course number & title for electives

Elective 773601 Net Sport s Elective 772211 Lacrosse/Floor Hockey

Elective 281200 Designing Technology Solutions Elective 281300 Designing Technology Solutions

In case of potential scheduling conflicts, please list three (3) alternate electives, in priority order:

Alternate Electives: Course Number & Title

1st Choice 6055/6056 Foundations of Art

2nd Choice 5161/5162 Foundations of Technology

3rd Choice 5450/5451 Entrepreneurship and Business Mgmt

Questions?