All students will be meeting with their school counselor to discuss course selection, receive course selection documents and resources, and finalize course selection throughout January and early February. Click HERE for the complete Course Selection Timeline  by grade level. Parent/guardian involvement in the course selection process is vital, and we are here to support you and your student in the process!

Skip below for course selection instructions.

COURSE SELECTION TIMELINE: 

Class of 2024:

Senior Course Selection Instructions & Worksheet  

Senior Course Code Sheet 

                Jan. 12th-22nd: Enter courses in Skyward

                Jan. 23rd-27th: Counselor Meetings

Class of 2025:

Junior Course Selection Instructions & Worksheet

Junior Course Code Sheet 

                Jan. 12th-16th: Enter courses in Skyward

                Jan. 17th-20th: Counselor Meetings

Class of 2026:

Sophomore Course Selection Instructions & Worksheet

Sophomore Course Code Sheet 

               Jan. 23rd-29th: Enter courses in Skyward

               Jan. 30th-Feb. 3rd: Counselor Meetings

STEPS TO COMPLETING COURSE SELECTION:

Step One: Mark your calendar! Your counselor meeting will be held in the Guidance Office. Dates/Times will be shared during your counselor advisory visits!

Step Two: Review Teacher recommendations are in your SKYWARD PORTFOLIO. If you have questions about your recommendations please speak directly with your current teachers, and see the Waiver Process Guidelines 2023-2024. 

Step Three: Explore! D230 has many opportunities and resources to help you prepare for your future!   

• Course Selection Guide: https://chsd230.eduk8.me/. Please review the course selection guide for course descriptions, credits, pre-requisites and fees. 

• VJA graduation requirements: When considering course selections, it is very important for you to research course options that will meet and prepare you for post-secondary opportunities. 

• Post-secondary: Please utilize SchooLinks for career interest inventory results, explore college and career options, and research college and career application requirements. 

• Dual Credit: Get a jump start on college by completing general education requirements or completing a certificate!

• Summer School: Summer school is offered for acceleration and credit recovery. Review your opportunities at https://chsd230.eduk8.me/summer-courses/#

Step Four: Complete the Course Selection Worksheet. Using your grade level course code sheet, write the course title and course number on your course selection worksheet. Be careful to follow your teacher's recommendations.

Step Five: Selection Alternates

Step Six: Skyward Course Selection: See direction for how to enter courses in Skyward at https://www.d230.org/Page/2959.

Step Seven: Individual Counselor Meeting: Your counselor will discuss and review your course selections, make any necessary changes, and finalize your selections. Please bring you completed and signed documents with you to your appointment.

Step Eight: Review course selections in Skyward on Feb. 4th.

D230 Course Selection & Planning Guide:

Please explore the D230 Course Selection & Planning Guide to review all courses offered, course descriptions, and prerequisites. 

D230 Summer School:

Please explore our offerings. Updates coming soon! 

Dual Credit:

Get a jump start on college by completing general education requirements or completing a certificate! Click above to explore the many opportunities offered by VJA! 

Application Programs:

Click above to see all application courses; including Teaching Internship, Career Internship, PEOPEL Tutor Training, MACS certification programs, Swim Guard, and so much more!

Elective Course Videos:

Visit the VJA YouTube Page to view various videos on electives offered at VJA!

Schoolinks- Utilize SchooLinks to take interest inventories to support you in identifying areas of future focus. Identifying areas of strength and interest will support your exploration and selection of courses that will prepare you for your future.