Four advanced or compacted core courses are offered for eligible students at Valley Southwoods Freshman High School.
Deciding to take an advanced class is a challenging and exciting decision to make. Most often the best decisions are made when they are well informed and considerate of as many sources of information as possible. Prospective students are encouraged to consider input from their parents/guardians, current and former teachers, counselors, and administration. Students should anticipate that Advanced courses are often conducted at a quicker pace with compacted learning experiences. Students should expect a rigorous learning environment. Please consider the following when weighing a decision to take an advanced class.
Enrollment Considerations
- A pattern of strong classroom performance
- Supportive assessment indicating capability for high performance
- Student ability to self-advocate
Key Learner Characteristics
- High interest in learning academic subject at an advanced level
- Positive attitude about engaging in challenging academic work both at school and outside of school
- Successful organizational and time management strategies (able to multitask, to prioritize activities, to make deadlines, and to balance academic and extracurricular activities well)
