8th Grade

SUHSD MIDDLE SCHOOL PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS

For students to demonstrate successful completion of middle school, they must meet the course of study prescribed by law and the Sweetwater Union High School District. Per district policy, all students will need to fulfill the following requirements to qualify for promotion with a certificate and participate in the promotion ceremony:

● Pass 21-semester units in middle school

● Satisfactorily complete the following course of study with an academic grade of an A, B, C or D:

o English/ Language Arts: 2 years* = 4 semester units

o Social/ Behav. Science: 2 years* = 4 semester units

o Mathematics: 2 years* = 4 semester units

o Science: 2 years* = 4 semester units

o Physical Education: 2 years* = 4 semester units

o Additional Elective: 1-semester unit

*A year long course = 2 semester units

Grade 7

English/Language Arts 1 year

World Cultures 1 year

Mathematics 1 year

Physical Education 1 year

General Science/Health 1 year

Elective 1 year

Grade 8

English/Language Arts 1 year

U.S. History 1 year

Mathematics 1 year

Physical Education 1 year

General Science 1 year

Elective 1 year

This is the year to GET THINGS DONE!

This is your second year of middle school! Here are a few key areas we would like for you to focus on this year.

ACADEMICS: Do your best in all your classes. Remember that the more you learn now, the better prepared you will be for high school and your A-G courses in high school.

TIME MANAGEMENT: Balancing school and extracurricular activities can be challenging. Stay organized by using your planner daily, establish a study routine, and don’t procrastinate!

CAREER & COLLEGE EXPLORATION: It is never too early to research careers and colleges. Visit the websites that are listed on the back of this page.

Visit Your Counselor

We invite you to contact your school counselor via email or visit them during lunch or nutrition break in the Counseling Center, located in the main office. We are here to support you with anything you need!

Academics

◦ Discuss your grades and how to improve

◦ Select the best classes to prepare for your future

◦ Academic support, study skills, and tutoring

◦ How to prepare for college

Social

◦ Conflict or problem at home

◦ Conflict or problem at school

Career

◦ Careers interest survey

◦ How to increase your earning power

Tips for Success

Set short and long-term goals:
- Short term goal example: I will turn in all my homework this week
- Long-term goal example: earn A’s and B’s in my classes by the end of the semester
Attend school every day and be on time daily
Be prepared: have your iPad charged. Have paper and pencil to take notes
Turn in all assignments/homework
Study for tests and quizzes
Attend tutoring as needed
Monitor your progress on Jupiter Grades & share with parents/guardians
Report Cards
- Progress Reports: Every six weeks
- Semester Grades (December and June)
If you have a question or need help, ASK!

Check your grades on Jupiter Grades.

Why Education is important

Student Involvement

Student involvement in clubs, sports, school events, and community service is essential to students' success. Chula Vista Middle School has various student involvement opportunities. Participation in extracurricular activities will provide students with many skills for their future education and career choices. You may contact Mr. Diosa, Mr. Clark, or your counselor.

Start researching volunteer opportunities. Most scholarships require students to have completed volunteering hours. It may also have a positive impact on applying to college(s).