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Forecasting FAQ

Q: What is a typical class schedule?
A: All detailed information regarding courses, sequences, and pathways, can be found in the curriculum guide. Students can take up to seven credits per school year. Open periods are an option for 11th & 12th grade students with counselor approval. NO schedule changes allowed so choose your courses wisely.

  • 9th: Math, Science, Social Studies, Language Arts, Health 1, P.E., Bear Time, Electives
  • 10th: Math, Science, Social Studies, Language Arts, Health 2, P.E., Electives
  • 11th: Math, Science, Social Studies, Language Arts, Electives
  • 12th: Math, Science, American Government, Language Arts, Electives

Q: How can I find out who my school counselor is?
A: Students can log on to StudentVUE to identify who their assigned counselor is.

Q: What is the role of a school counselor?
A: A school counselor supports all students in developing skills that support their academic, social & emotional, and college & Career readiness.

Q: What is the Daily Bell Schedule & Color Day Rotation Schedule?
A: Daily Bell Schedule & Color Day Rotation Schedule

Q: Will my schedule have every class I forecasted for?
A: We strive to place students in all requested courses, however course selections are not guaranteed

Q: When will I receive a tour of the school?
A: Students will receive an invite in the mail for “Bears are Back” which occurs every year at the end of August. Bears are Back offering school tours, school pictures, parking passes for purchase, etc.

Q: When will I see my finalized schedule?
A: New students will receive a hard copy of their schedule on the first day of school.

Q: What if I forecast for the wrong placement in math or world language?
A: If you are misplaced in a level of math or world language, you may visit the counseling office during the first three days of school to make any necessary schedule changes. If you are not sure whether you’re in the correct placement, your teacher will work with you in the first weeks of school to ensure you’re placed in the right class.

Q: Since I am new to BSHS, how do I select the correct placement for my core subjects? (Example: what is the correct math placement for me?)
A: Students and families can review the course descriptions and sequencing in the curriculum guide to determine how their previous placement best aligns with our course offerings.

Q: When will I receive my school iPad?
A: Visit the library before school, at lunch, or after school the first week of school to pick up your iPad. You will need to sign an iPad agreement and purchase optional iPad insurance.