ould be discussed with your parents and then predetermine the courses you will take next year. You will see in the catalog that certain courses are not intended for college bound students.

Another important matter to consider is the criteria as to who qualifies for Honors courses. Students who do not meet the Honors criteria will not be placed in Honors courses. Parents may override a teacher’s decision after discussing the change with the guidance counselor and after signing an agreement that a student must remain in a parent’s choice of course for the entire year, without exception.

Please take the course booklets home and discuss the options with your parents. COURSE SELECTION WILL TAKE PLACE ON March 20th for grade 10 and 11, and March 25th for grade 9.On course selection day, students will take the course selection sheet to each academic teacher. An appropriate course will be determined for each student and signed by the current teacher of record. At the end of the day, the forms will be returned to PPS. Parents will receive a course verification notice in the mail in early April. At that point, a parent may contact a counselor or the teacher to address questions or concerns.

Please be advised that your decisions are serious, and should be made carefully. NO CHANGES WILL BE MADE AFTER JULY 1.

If you have questions, please contact your teacher or guidance counselor.

Sincerely,