Planning Process Overview

To ensure effective course selection, both students and parents/guardians are encouraged to participate in the process through the online portal. Teachers will provide recommendations for core courses with prerequisites or requirements in the portal before students make their requests. The portal will be accessible for a limited time, and it is imperative that students input their selections during this period. Prior to making selections, students are advised to consult with their school counselor and teachers. The accuracy of course selection and input is crucial for proper scheduling, aligning with graduation and post-secondary goals. It's important to note that, as per BOE policy, a course may not run if fewer than five students register for it.

Important Deadlines

• Grade 9 Course Selection Due by February 7, 2025

• Grades 10-12 Course Selection Due by February 24, 2025

Typically, the timeline is as follows:

1. Teachers input core course recommendations based on prerequisites and course requirements (January).

2. Scheduling materials are distributed to students in grades 8-11.  The Program of Studies is available on the Somers High School website for more detailed course descriptions (February).

3. Parents/Guardians and students discuss the appropriate course selections.  Counselors and teachers are available to address questions (February).

4. Students, along with their parents/guardians, input their course selections into the online portal (February).

5. Administration develops the master schedule based on requests and staffing.  Not all courses in the Program of Studies are offered annually.

6. Students are scheduled with priority given to the core courses followed by electives and alternates (March-June).

7. Final schedules are given out on the first day of school.  Students can make an appointment with their school counselor to address scheduling concerns based on the Schedule Adjustment Policy (Summer).