2013-2014 Scheduling

It is hard to believe that it is already almost February.  Most people probably do not know that this is one of the busiest times of the year for the counselors who help with scheduling.  The process of preparing the Master Schedule for 2013-2014 start right now! We actually feel like we are little behind where we would like to be.

The main purpose of this post is to inform students and parents that we will be starting to meet with students to discuss and select classes for next year.  It really helps us out when students have taken some time before hand to think through their education and career plans.  Having some ideas in mind helps the counselors work with students.  There are a couple of things students should consider when planning for next year.

I think that all students should review their EDP on Career Cruising.  If you are a parent and you have never heard of this, ask your student.  They all have access to this application which provides a lot of information about careers and post-secondary education based on a student's interests.  If you need help with this, see a counselor.  Once the students have reviewed the EDP, here are some things to consider regarding their high school schedule.  Does taking a class through the Area Technical Center align with the student's career path?  Is it in the student's best interest to pursue dual enrollment options?  Would these dual classes work toward a particular degree?  Are there classes at Shepherd that should be taken to best prepare the student for the next step.  I can say that students who plan to attend a four-year university should be trying to take as many of the most rigorous courses we have in our core subjects.  Sometimes student steer away from these classes because they may not be required, but it is their best interest to take these content specific, rigorous course.

As all of the parents know, the time goes so quickly.  A little pre-planning can go a long way to ensuring that each student maximizes his/her potential!  As always, feel free to see a counselor or administrator is you have questions.