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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
Sample 9th Grade Schedule
Trimester 1 Trimester 2 Trimester 3
Hon. English 1 Off Roll 1st Hon. English 2
Integrated Math 1a
Integrated Math 1b
Integrated Math 2a
French 1 Draw/Paint 1 French 2
Freshman PE Biology 1 Biology 2
Off Roll 5th Freshman PE Freshman PE
Facts about MCHS 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 & teachers may change each trimester
What this means for you: • More room for electives! More academic electives make
you a more competitive applicant for college! • Flexibility in schedule! • Freshmen can have “Off Roll” 1st or 5th period.
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 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
C. Math- 6 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
D. Biological Science- 2 trimesters 5 5 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 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
F. Visual and Performing Arts- 2 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
G. College Elective- 2 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Physical Education- 4 trimesters 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Health Science- 1 trimester 5 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.
Elective Options for 9th Grade Visit our resource page for course descriptions.
https://www.smore.com/k82df-sundevil-class-of-2022
AVID
Intro to Engineering
& Design
Choir
Band
Tall Flags
Journalism
Drawing/ Painting
3D Computer Animation
Art Appreciation
Photography
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
Tips for Choosing Classes… • Make 15 total selections, including off-roll:
• Some courses will be pre-loaded into the computer for you.
• Do not search for courses by title. Enter by COURSE number as listed on the Course Request Worksheet.
• For two part courses, (English1-2) 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
Your List Online…
• This is what your completed entry
should look like.
Course Number Course Title
000303 Honors High School English 1
000304 Honors High School English 2
701012 Integrated Math Ia
801013 Integrated Math Ib
901016 Integrated Math 2a
001230 Biology 1
001231 Biology 2
000470 Spanish 1
000471 Spanish 2
001400 Freshman PE
001401 Freshman PE
901400 Freshman PE
061925 Off Roll 5th
period - trimester 3
000857 3D Computer Animation 1
Tips for choosing classes
• For English, Math, Science 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! Enter 1st choices as part of your 15 classes. At the bottom of the screen you will enter and rank Alternates for Electives and World Language.
Academic Habits Matter…
• 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 12th 6pm – PAC
• Parent/student walk-in Q & A Sessions: MCHS Sun Center
March 8th 8:00am-11:30am & 1:30pm-3:30pm
March 16th 7:30-9:00 am
• Deadline to complete online course selection:
March 30th at midnight
How to Get More Information • 8th grade Transition Information:
https://www.smore.com/k82df
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