Transcript Review and Course Selection Guide

Transcript Review

  • Students need to log into Infinite Campus (IC) to review their unofficial transcript.
  • Counselors will review transcripts and are available for queries.
  • A special lesson for Transcript Review is scheduled for Monday, March 2nd in PE, and students are required to bring Chromebooks.
  • Importance of identifying credits earned versus credits needed, emphasizing that accumulating 60 credits by the end of 9th grade is typical.

Doubling Up

  • Doubling Up: Refers to the practice of taking two courses within the same content area.
  • Important Note: Students are prohibited from doubling up in any content areas.

Math Course Placement

  • Math placement is determined by the recommendation of the student's current math teacher.
  • Students can view their next year math course designated in Infinite Campus (IC) without needing to enter anything on the form.
  • If a student wishes to change to a math course other than the one recommended, instructions are provided in a message emailed on January 30th, which includes a link to IK12 for changes to be made by February 28th.
  • Students who did not take a math class this year but would like to enroll in one next year should contact Rob Igoe, the Math Department Lead, via email at rob_igoe@fuhsd.org, for course recommendations.
  • It is critical for students to double-check their math course on the reverse verification form and follow the correct procedure if changes are required.

Science Course Recommendations

  • Recommended Course Completion: Students are directed to refer to the Course Selection Guide.
    • Biology: Recommended as a foundational course.
    • Science and Society: Completion of Biology is recommended before enrolling.
    • Chemistry: Requires the completion of Biology and a minimum grade of C in Algebra 1.
    • Chemistry Honors: Requires a B or better in Biology and an A in Algebra.
    • Physics: Requires completion of Biology and a minimum grade of C in Algebra 1.
    • AP Physics 1: Requires a B or better in Algebra 2; students should be aware that this course's curriculum does not align with standard Physics, and dropping down to Physics is not an option.
    • Students are advised to select an alternative science course in addition to their first choice.

Physical Education (PE) and Sports

  • Physical Education (PE) Courses: Available courses include PE for grades 10-12, Dance, Weight Training, and Basketball.
  • Credit for After School Sports: Students can earn PE credit for participating in an HHS after-school sport (5 credits granted per sport).
    • Open Periods: Students should choose open periods based on their sports schedules:
    • Open 6th: For JV football, baseball, softball, field hockey, soccer.
    • Open 7th: For tennis and water polo.
    • Multi-sport athletes are advised to select open periods that provide the maximum benefit based on their participation schedule.

World Language Courses

  • Students should consult their current World Language teacher about progressing to the next level for the upcoming year.
  • If a student wishes to enroll in a language they are not currently studying and would like to take level 2 or higher, they are required to contact Mrs. Birdsong at junko_birdsong@fuhsd.org to enroll in the Language Placement Test for level determination.

Career-Technical Education (CTE)

  • CTE courses are available at HHS.
  • Students have the option to enroll in cross-site CTE courses across the district for the 2026-27 academic year.
    • The CTE courses focus on hands-on problem solving, teamwork, and technical skills development in various career fields.
    • Interested students should reach out to their school counselor for more information on specific courses and registration.
    • Transportation Note: Students must provide their own transportation to classes taken outside their home campus.

Dual Enrollment Definitions

  • There are two types of Dual Enrollment:
    1. Dual Enrollment (after school hours): High school students take college courses outside of HHS for college credit; these credits do not appear on the HHS transcript.
    2. Dual Enrollment (during school hours): High school students take college courses through FUHSD to earn both high school and college credit; these credits will be reflected on both transcripts.

Dual Enrollment Courses (During School Hours)

  • Dual enrollment courses can provide up to 10 college credits and 20 high school credits (counted as Applied Academics Elective).
    • Child Development Courses:
    • Fall: College Major and Career Options (#7950) - Added for students.
    • Fall: Child Development (The Early Years) (#7944) - Select this course as one of the top choices.
    • Winter: Child, Family, and Community Interrelationships (#7954) - Added later.
    • Engineering Design Courses:
    • Fall: Survey of Design and Manufacturing Processes/Modern Fabrication (#8190) - Select this course in the top choices.
    • Winter: 3D Printing, Reverse Engineering, and Rapid Prototyping (#8194) - Added later.
    • Recommended prerequisites include: Principles of Engineering and Introduction to Engineering Design.

Additional Dual Enrollment Offerings

  • Administration of Justice:
    • Fall: Introduction to Administration of Justice (#7880a) - Added for students.
    • Winter: Concepts of Criminal Law (#7880c) - Added later.
  • Kinesiology - Sports/Medicine:
    • Fall: Prevention of Athletic Injuries (#7920a) - Added for students.
    • Fall: First Aid and CPR/AED (#7926) - Added later.
    • Winter: Emergency Athletic Injury Care (#7920) - Added later.
    • Winter/Spring: Treatment & Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries (#7924) - Added later.

Taking Classes Outside of HHS

  • Enrolling in summer courses to advance does not guarantee placement in a higher-level class the following year.
  • Students should have discussions with teachers regarding any classes not recommended.

Course Request Instructions for IK12 Form

  • Review this information with parents and consult teachers before proceeding.
  • Use the Infinite Campus Student Registration link provided in the course request form for guidance on inputting courses into Infinite Campus.
  • Fill out the Course Request Form electronically:
    • Students will receive the HHS 2026-27 10th Grade Course Request Form.
    • Mandatory to fill in all required areas of the form.
    • Alternate course choices must be selected in the designated areas.
    • For updates to submitted forms, contact Tricia Palomino at tricia_palomino@fuhsd.org.
    • Students with IEPs must progress through the course selection process with their case manager.

Course Offerings Overview for Homestead High School 10th Grade (2026-27)

  • Directions to complete the course request form and enter courses in Infinite Campus from February 9th to February 13th, 2026.
  • Course request forms and submissions must be completed by February 13th, 2026.
  • Students can select SIX courses; an additional 7th course placement is not guaranteed.
  • All elective courses at Homestead are yearlong, and students will be enrolled in the same elective for the second semester.
  • It is important to consider all options and time commitments carefully while choosing courses.
  • Changes to course requests will be made as necessary upon review of grades, assessments, and graduation credits.

Specific Course Requirements

  • Required courses for 10th grade include:
    • World Literature (1020) - Mandatory
    • World History (1620) - Mandatory
    • 10th Grade Math Course - Recommended by the teacher (visible on IC).
  • Special attention is emphasized for students not taking a math course next year to reach out to the Math Department Lead for guidance.

Course Request Process and Electives

  • When entering requested courses:
    • Ensure to select all requests and alternates in IC.
    • Example course selections include Chemistry (3610), PE Elective (2530), Spanish 2 (4320), Physics (3710), and Weight Training (2740).
  • It is important to apply for alternate course requests, selecting different courses to ensure a full schedule of 6 classes next year.
  • If students prefer not to take a different language, an alternate elective in a distinct area should be considered.

Optional 7th Request and Open Period Selection

  • Students can opt for requests for either a 6th or 7th-period, but not both simultaneously.
  • Requesting an open period is not guaranteed; it is shown as a request only.
  • For those wishing for 7 classes, they should select an additional elective on the Course Request Form; however, this request might not be fulfilled due to space availability.

Course Verification and IC Instructions

  • Students will receive a course verification form in April via email and must read it carefully for changes in courses for the next year.
  • Instructions for inputting classes into Infinite Campus are to be followed between February 9th and February 13th, 2026.
  • Course request forms must be submitted electronically by February 13, 2026.

Final Notes on Required, Requested, and Alternate Courses

  • Core classes (World Literature, World History, Math) will appear as Required, and cannot be changed.
  • Course requests and alternates will be displayed distinctly; instructions are provided to remove courses if necessary.