Eagle Talk | Registration Edition

Planning for 2022-23 at Edgemont Junior High

PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE

Registration Message Feb 16, 2022

REGISTRATION OVERVIEW

FAQ's

Where do I get registration information for my student?

Please see the posts below for your student's current grade level. Each post outlines the courses they will take and what they need to sign up for.


When will students register for classes?

Students currently in grades 6-8....

  • February 22 - Registration opens
  • February 22 - Class meetings for registration. Students will receive a registration link and will register during these meetings.
  • February 25 - Registration closes
Students currently in grade 5....
  • All 5th grade students can register right now. Please see the Directions for Current 5th Graders post below. Use the 6th Grade Registration Form link to select classes.
  • The registration window closes on March 4.


How do students register for classes?

Students currently in grades 6-8....

  • During the class meetings on February 22, students will receive a link in Schoology which directs them to a registration form. They will need to completed this by February 25.

Students currently in grade 5....

  • Please see the Directions for Current 5th Graders post below. Use the 6th Grade Registration Form link to select classes.


What if I have questions or need assistance?

The Edgemont staff will host two virtual parent meetings:

  • Families with students in grades 6-8 - February 24 @ 6:00 pm - TEAMS LINK - This meeting will focus on registration issues and concerns.
  • Families with students in grade 5 - March 3 @ 6:00 pm - TEAMS LINK - This meeting will focus on registration as well as an orientation about 6th grade life at Edgemont.

Families and students can view the course of study for both the junior high and high school levels.

Feel free to call Edgemont with questions. Our number is 253-841-8727.

GRADE LEVEL REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Directions for Current 8th Graders

Welcome to High School for 2022-23!


At the start of the 9th grade year, your student will begin accumulating credits toward a high school diploma. In total, they will need 24 credits to graduate.


At Edgemont, 9th grade students will automatically be enrolled in the following courses:

  • 1 credit in Math (to be determined based on previous math course)
  • 1 credit in English
  • .5 credit in Life Issues (see counselor if current program of study requires a waiver)


Students will make choices in these areas:

  • 1 credit in Science - Physical Science 9 - OR - Pre-AP Biology
  • 1 credit in Social Studies - Modern World Studies 9 - OR - AP Human Geography *
  • 1 year-long course + 1 semester course - OR - 3 semester electives


* Students who select AP Human Geography will be required to take the AP exam in the spring. Current cost is approximately $120. Some financial assistance is available.


Students who need help with the science option should view this video:

9th Grade Science Options 22-23 (requires a student login)


Elective options for 9th graders:

Year Long

  • AVID
  • Band
  • Orchestra
  • Choir
  • ASL (at PHS)*
  • French (at PHS)*
  • Japanese (at PHS)*
  • Spanish I
  • Spanish II (at PHS)*

* Note: Courses at PHS will take place during 6th period. This will extend the school day until approximately 2:45 pm.


Semester Long

  • Art
  • Fitness
  • Culinary Essentials
  • Computer Science
  • Speech/Drama
  • Manufacturing Discovery
  • Wearable Art
  • Yearbook


More information concerning high school courses can be found in the High School Course of Study

Directions for Current 7th Graders

Welcome to 8th Grade for 2022-23!


At Edgemont, 8th grade students will automatically be enrolled in the following courses:

  • Math (to be determined based on previous math course)
  • English
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Fitness (semester)
  • Health (semester)


Students will make choices in these areas:

  • 1 year-long course - OR - 2 semester electives


Elective options for 8th graders:

Year Long

  • Band
  • Orchestra
  • Choir
  • Spanish I
  • AVID

Semester Long

  • Art
  • Speech/Drama
  • Yearbook
  • Introduction to Design Technology
  • Introduction to Industrial Art
  • Introduction to STEM
  • Introduction to Culinary Science


Students enrolled in Spanish I and Pre-AP Algebra I during the 8th grade year will qualify for high school credit.


More information concerning junior high school courses can be found in the Junior High Course of Study.

Directions for Current 6th Graders

Welcome to 7th Grade for 2022-23!


At Edgemont, 7th grade students will automatically be enrolled in the following courses:

  • Math (to be determined based on previous Math course)
  • English
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Fitness/Health 7 (semester)
  • MOS


Students will make choices in these areas:

  • 1 year-long fine art
  • 1 semester elective


Elective options for 7th graders:

Year Long

  • Band
  • Orchestra
  • Choir
  • Art 1/Industrial Art 1
  • Speech/Drama

Semester Long

  • Art
  • Speech/Drama
  • Yearbook
  • Introduction to Design Technology
  • Introduction to Industrial Art
  • Introduction to STEM
  • Introduction to Culinary Science


More information concerning junior high school courses can be found in the Junior High Course of Study.

Directions for Current 5th Graders

Welcome to Edgemont Junior High for 2022-23!


Students leaving Mt. View and Northwood get a unique opportunity by attending Edgemont for 6th grade. This means that they get an experience like no other 6th grader in the Puyallup School District.


At Edgemont, 6th grade students will automatically be enrolled in the following courses:

  • Math (to be determined based on previous math course)
  • English
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Skills For Learning


Families will make a choice from this list:

  • Orchestra
  • 6th Grade Band (for returning band members)
  • Beginning Band (new to band; mixed grade levels)
  • General Music/Physical Education
  • Choir (mixed grade levels)


Please use the link below to select a course for the 2022-23 school year. The link will remain open until Friday, March 4th.


6th Grade Registration Form

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