Mondovi High School:Graduation Requirements 24 credits to graduate
4 Graduation Points 10th Grade WKCE Test Academic Performance (ie GPA, extra classes
in deficient area, etc.) Teacher recommendation (approved project,
portfolio, performance
4 credits of English 3 credits of Social Studies
2 credits of Math 2 credits of Science 1 ½ credits of Phy. Ed. ½ credit of Health
½ credit of Personal
Finance
4 year college: Admission Requirements
4 credits of English
3 credits of Social Studies
3 credits of Math (Algebra. 1 & higher)
3 credits of Science
4 Year College Admissions Continued…
Rigor of schedule ACT Grade Point Average (GPA) Class Rank
In Regards to rigor of schedule consider the following: Quality vs. Quantity What you have taken vs. What you could
have taken.
Colleges and Foreign Language
Foreign Language is not a requirement in order to graduate from high school
Foreign language is an excellent way to increase “rigor of schedule”
Research has shown that taking a foreign language will increase your ACT score
Certain colleges require 2 years of the same foreign language
Colleges include:
UW-Madison UW-Eau Claire Minnesota
UW-Milwaukee UW-Platteville UW-Parkside
ACT Preferred entrance exam for all Wisconsin
colleges Test should be taken at the end of your junior year Scores are used to predict your success as a
college freshmen Importance for incoming freshmen:
According to ACT students score higher when: They enroll in a more rigorous schedule, regardless of
achievement level They enroll in math and science courses beyond Chemistry and
Algebra II Take a foreign language
High School Elective Areas: Agriculture Art Business Family and Consumer Ed. (FACE) Industrial and Technical Education Music Physical Education and Health
Students of both genders, all races, colors, national origins, and regardless of disability are encouraged to consider enrolling in all elective courses to gain as broad-based an education as possible
Agriculture Courses-Mr. Wehling-
1 in 5 Americans have a career in Agriculture Agriculture courses teach LIFE SKILLS! Agriculture is more than just farming, it is:
Veterinary and Animal Science Plant Science and Landscaping Forestry and Wildlife Leadership and FFA Mechanics and Engines Welding and Metals
Agriculture Career Paths
1. Animal Systems Veterinary Science
2. Plant Systems Plants, Greenhouse, & Landscaping
3. Food Science Food Science
4. Wildlife/Natural Resources Wildlife and Natural Resources
Agriculture Career Paths 5. Power/Structure/Technical
General Metals Small Engines Ag. Mechanics & Advanced General Metals
6. Leadership/Communication Ag. Leadership I & II
7. Overview of All Ag. Career Paths ***Agriculture Exploration***
Recommended for freshmen and
sophomores interested in field of study
Art Courses:-Mr. Pongratz-
1. Study and learn in a state-of-the-art facility2. Students will have an opportunity to work with
many different materials and do a variety of fun/creative projects.
3. All projects in all classes will emphasize the elements and principles of design
4. Technique will be emphasized as students gain an historical perspective of art
5. Students will constantly be using and refining creative problem solving skills which will not only be helpful for other courses, but also, in every day life.
Art Courses and Careers:
Courses: Intro to Art (year long) Commercial Art Optical Art Drawing I and II Painting I and II Pottery I and II Sculpture and Design Photography I and II
Careers: Advertising Graphic Design Web Design Photography Interior Design Fashion Media Arts/Animation Illustration Industrial Design
Business EducationNon-Computer Courses
Personal Finance (1 semester – open to 10-12th Graders) Required Course – Recommended 11-12th Grade Topics on budgeting, banking, credit, insurance,
housing, job applications/resumes, etc. Accounting (1 year – open to 10-12th Graders)
Accounting II as an independent study Topics include the accounting procedures
performed by small business owners as well as corporations
Excellent course for any student planning to major in any area of business
Business EducationNon-Computer Courses
Business Law (1 semester – open to 10-12th graders) Recommended 11-12th grade Topics include Kinds of Law, Enforcing the Law, Crimes,
Torts, Laws for Minors, Contract Law, etc. A Mock Trial will also be performed
Note Taking (1 semester – open to 9-12th graders) Students learn an alphabetic note taking system (similar to
shorthand) to help them shorten their writing skills while taking notes
Examples of this system: “t” represents the word “the” “o” represents the word “of” “s” represents the words “is” or “as” “mgt” represents the word “management” “notak g” represents the word “note taking”
Business EducationComputer Courses
Information Processing (1 semester – open to 9-12th graders) Review correct keyboarding techniques Work to improve speed and accuracy on the keyboard Learn basic commands using Microsoft Word Learn the correct formatting rules for letters, memos,
tables, reports, and other types of correspondence Work to improve proofreading skills
Computer Applications (1 semester – open to 9-12th graders) Learn the basics of several software programs
MS-Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Publisher
Excellent Course for any student regardless of keyboarding skills
Business EducationComputer Courses
Web Page and Design (1 Semester- open to all grades) Introduces students to the world of designing web
pages Students will be introduced to HTML and Adobe
Dreamweaver software Publications-Yearbook (1 semester – open to 11-
12th graders) Create the high school yearbook using Adobe
InDesign Photo taking responsibilities of high school events Space is limited to 14 students
Family and ConsumerEducation (FACE)
Prepares students for their roles in family and society
Students will research the following topics: Relationships Parenting Nutrition Food preparation Money management Consumer economics
F.A.C.E. and Careers
Courses: Family
Relationships Foods I, II, and
Adv. Foods Parenting Working with
Children Independent Living
Careers: Child Care/Daycare Chef/Cook Head Start Teacher Human
Development Food Production Family Life
Educator
Industrial and TechnicalEducation
Provides students with an awareness of many industries and technical world
Introduces students to the rapidly changing job outlook in our society
Offers students a vast amount of experience in developing “hands-on” skills, which in return can be turned in a lifelong career
Provides students an opportunity to develop basic ideas in a workable product and ultimately into a finished product
Students will explore the careers available in this field and develop the confidence and independence necessary to successfully compete in these careers
Industrial and Technical Education
Courses: Intro to Drafting Intro to Woods Adv. Woods Basic Electricity Engineering and P/S Computer Technology Architectural Drafting Home Repair Carpentry Computer Aided Drawing Adv. CAD
Careers: Architect Construction Foremen Engineer (All kinds) Computer
Programming Industrial Technology Packaging Machinist Contractor Drafting Manufacturing
Music-Ms. Delveaux & Mr. Boll-
Concert Band Concert Chorus Show Choir Exploring Music(Classes can be taken
each and every year)
Physical Education and HealthCoursesPE 9 (9th grade only)Adv. Fitness (9-12)Body Shop Fitness (9-12)Lifetime Activities (10-12)Team Sports (10-12)Outdoor Adventures (10-12)Health (10-12)
Stipulations All freshmen must take
PE 9 Must choose two different
PE classes other than PE 9
Must take PE twice during 10th & 11th, 10th & 12th, or 11th &12th grade
Can take PE courses multiple time but remember stipulation #2
Driver’s Education
Must be 14 years old and 8 months at the beginning of the semester
Cost is $325 (subject to change)
NOT for CREDIT Highly recommended
for summer school
Registration Booklet
Policies HS graduation requirements Educational programs College requirements and preparation Courses and course description Specific courses for each grade level
and prerequisites
Courses and Course Numbers
Course title, course number, length, credit total, and course description
Example:General Metals, (341) 1 semester, ½ credit Course numbers: odd=1st semester and
even=2nd semester If course is two semesters then you must
enter it in both semesters (Concert Band 511 and 512)
Courses and Course Numbers…Cont.
If course has two course numbers and meets for only one semester please choose semester in which you want course…(example-Foods 1 (261, 262))
Please pay attention to courses that meet 1 semester vs. 2 semester
Most, but not all, electives meet for one semester (exception being music courses, foreign language, and intro to art)
Registration Sheets Practice Sheet for Thursday or Monday next week Make sure course number matches course title Make sure courses that meet for 2 semesters are
written in both semesters Please circle Physical Science or Biology, write in
course number Please circle semester in which you would like PE
9 Writing in elective course opposite of PE 9
Registration Sheets
Study hall are highly recommended Choices do not equal class periods Choose 4 alternatives and rank them…
choose them carefully!!! Total credits and circle at the top left of the
registration sheet Write clearly so Mrs. Brenner and Moe can
read it!!!
Options for Next Year…
Math…choose course that meets your expertise (if unknown consult math teacher)
Science…biology or physical science-which is the best choice for you
Foreign Language…Spanish 1 Electives… Choose them wisely!!!
How to choose a class
Choose a class that interest you Choose a class that will prepare you
for a future career Choose a course that will enable you
to attend the technical school or college of your choice
Registration Night
Students will officially register for courses Must be accompanied by parent/guardian Thursday Jan. 12 at 4:30 or 6:00
OR Monday Jan. 16 at 4:30 or 6:00 Please come with all registration materials