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As a high school student, one of the most important decisions with which you will face each year is
the selection of courses for the following year. Proper planning is critical if you are to prepare yourself
adequately for your future goals, whether they include further education or immediate entry into the
job market.

Planning should be a cooperative effort. As a student, you should not feel that you are alone in making
your decision. Your counselors, teachers, and parents are ready and willing to help you with your
decision. However, ultimately, the choice must be yours. When planning your schedule of courses,
consider these four criteria:

Abilities: Carefully consider your academic record for the past several years. While your grades
in middle school should not necessarily determine your academic program in high school, a review
of your report cards should give you a good indication of your strengths and weaknesses. If you
have consistently received "D's" in science, for example, you would probably be wise not to
schedule more than the required number of courses in science unless you are willing to devote
extra time and effort to your science classes. Conversely, if you have consistently received "A's"
in science, you may want to schedule a minimum of one science course every year and even
consider some of the advanced courses in that area.

Interests: A high school schedule provides an opportunity not only to prepare for your future,
but also to explore and develop your individual interests and abilities. If you have always enjoyed
or have a specific interest in art, music, computers, or technology, you may want to take as
many courses in these areas as you can schedule.

Goals: Ideally, your selection of courses in high school will be based upon future goals you have
established for yourself. Good advice would be to remain flexible and try not to limit your future
options when selecting courses.

Your Requirements: You should be aware of a number of course requirements when planning
your schedule. This guide highlights required courses, the number of credits needed to graduate,
and other key points.

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