Academic Planning Guides & Course Selection
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Greetings Allen High School Students,
It is time to begin course selection for the 2021-2022 school year. Course selection is the process where students choose which classes they would like to take next school year. In the spring, students will utilize Arena Scheduling to determine when they will take the classes they chose during course selection.
The window for submitting courses is open in Skyward between Nov. 30 and Dec. 11.
In order to best be prepared for course selection, we have curated a list of resources for students to review before selecting their choices. These resources include videos, click sheets and slideshows. Your current counselor is also a great resource if you have additional questions.
- First, review the “Course Selection Process Video.” This video is an overview of what course selection is and contains basic information about graduation requirements, the Academic Planning Guide, frequently asked questions, and more.
Course Selection Process Video
- Familiarize yourself with the Academic Planning Guide to read course descriptions, endorsement pathways, and more.
- If you are interested in Advanced Academics, review the materials provided for these options, including Dual Credit, Advanced, Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate.
Dual Credit (DC)
Dual Credit Information Slideshow
Please Note: The DC Mandatory Info Canvas Course Opens Jan. 13, 2021
Advanced and Advanced Placement Courses
Advanced and Advanced Placement Information Video
Advanced and Advanced Placement Information Slideshow
International Baccalaureate Programme
International Baccalaureate Information Video
International Baccalaureate Information Slideshow
IB Diploma Interest Form (for class of 2023 students interested in the IB Programme)
Potential IB students in the Class of 2023 should choose non-IB courses to complete the course selection process by December 11, and complete the above IB Diploma Interest Form; after meeting with Mrs. Holmes, course choices will be updated to IB courses for the students who enter the IB programme.
IB Interest Meeting: 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 12 (location TBD)
- When ready, students should log in to Skyward to select their courses for next year. Keep in mind that the selection window is open from Nov. 30 through Dec. 11 at 4 p.m.
Skyward Course Selection Click Sheet
All resources, including the ones linked above, are available on the Allen High School website under Students, Course Selection and Graduation Planning.
Sincerely,
AHS Administration
Important Dates
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Nov. 30-Dec. 11: Course Selection Window Open
Jan. 12: IB Interest Meeting
Jan. 13: Dual Credit Mandatory Canvas Course Opens