Welcome Class of 2025!

Transitioning to High SchoolREMEMBER:1. Freshman year gives you an opportunity to get a

fresh start.2. It is important to start strong to build a solid

foundation for your high school career.3. Your test scores and grades will impact your

transcript and therefore your post-high school plans.

4. Attendance impacts credits.5. Take initiative to get involved and build your

resume.

PLANNING FOR THE FUTURETHINGS TO THINK ABOUT:1. What are your plans after graduation?2. Are you taking the courses needed to make those plans a reality?

Academic opportunities1. TAP (Teacher Advisory Program) allows you to get

assistance from your teachers, study to improve grades, and explore college/career options.

2. PLTW - Project Lead the Way3. South Tech High School4. STL CAPS5. Employment Internships6. Dual Credit & Dual Enrollment Courses7. Advanced Placement Courses8. Summer School Courses9. MyPath & Independent Study Courses

10. Early College Academy

Attendance policy1. Parents/guardians must call the attendance

secretary to verify the student’s absence.2. Students may miss each class 5 times without

losing credit. However 6th absence = no credit.

CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS/SPORTS

Art ClubBandBaseballBasketballBlack Student UnionBroadcast JournalismCheerleadingChoirCross CountryCulture ClubDECA (Marketing Students)Drama Club/ThespiansEnvironmental Sustainability ClubE-sports (Super Smash Bros)FBLA(Future Business Leaders)FCA (Fellowship Christian Athletes)FCCLA (Family/Career Community Leaders)

Flag CorpsFilm ClubFriends ClubFootballGSA (Gay-Straight Alliance)GolfHOSA (Future Health Professionals)Junior Executive BoardKey ClubKOnnectKPOP/Korean Culture ClubMajorettesMehlville MediaNational Honor SocietyPantherettesSenior Executive BoardSkills USASoccer

SoftballSpeech & DebateStudent CouncilSwimmingTennisTrackTRSA (Tech & Robotics Student Association)Theatre Tech ClubVolleyballWater PoloWrestlingYearbookYouth Speaks - Social Justice

25 graduation credit requirements*English = 4 credits*Math = 3 credits*Science = 3 credits*social studies = 3 credits*Physical education = 1 Credit*Health = .5 Credit*Practical art = 1 credit*fine art = 1 credit*fine art or world language = 1 credit*personal finance = .5 credit*electives = 7 credits

In the district’s effort to save paper, the guides are not printed but are available online. You can find the links on the MHS and district websites or you can link from here as you think about which courses may be of interest and benefit to you.

Career & course planning guide link here

At the top of your Course Request Sheet there will be a label with your name and middle school.

Neatly and legibly print your email and your parent’s/guardian’s email in case there is a problem with your schedule and your counselor needs to reach you over the summer.

Classes open to freshmen are listed on the back of the Course Request Form as a quick reference.

Teachers will make recommendations for your English, Math, Science and Social Studies courses and you must get their signatures to verify your placement. Take any placement tests seriously.

PE or Health can be taken in summer school. Students who plan to attend South Tech when they are juniors should consider taking a Fine Art or World Language as one of their electives.

Tips for Course Selection● Take a balanced load of courses which challenge

your intellect while preparing you for your future.● Remember Colleges, the Military, and Employers

not only look at your GPA - but also at the course you have taken.

● Look at classes you might want to take when you get older and see what prerequisites you will need for those courses.

● Refer to the Career and Course Planning Guide to assist you in selecting classes which interest you.

Resources for Course Selection● Use your Missouri Connections account to check

into suggested courses in your career path.● Talk with your teachers about courses they

recommend for you in their departments.● Research the websites of colleges you are

interested in attending to see what their entrance requirements are. Make sure you are taking the courses they require.

● If you are thinking about playing sports in college, also check the NCAA Eligibility Center regarding courses they require.

Questions???This Presentation will be available on the MHS Website under “School Info - Counseling Center - Scheduling” for your review.

Please attend the ZOOM MHS Preview Night on February 16 at 6:30.

Contact us if you have any questions:Mrs. Beth Neighbors - College & Career Counselor314-467-6103 or neighborse@msdr9.org

Mrs. Corrine hellwig - class of 2025 counselor314-467-6102 or hellwigc@msdr9.org