FLEX SCHEDULING FOR 2009-10 SENIORS

What do we mean by flexible scheduling? 
Flex scheduling is when you do not follow the regular school day schedule of 7:30 – 2:30.

What are the options? 
DHS is going to offer periods 9 and 10.  You may select period 9 or 10, or both, depending on your courses and preferences.

Does this mean I will be in school longer than I am now? 
NO, NO, NO !  If you elect to schedule a class during period 9, or 10, or both, you will arrive later in the morning.  For example, if you elect period 9, you will not arrive at school until period 2, so you would attend classes/lunch during periods 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 (8:28-3:15).    Just think, you can sleep in and not have to wait in a line of traffic early in the morning!

What courses will be offered? 
DHS may be offering Senior English and Senior Social Studies next year during periods 9 and 10, but student interest will be a deciding factor in this decision.

What about transportation? 
Students who select flexible scheduling will need to provide their own transportation to and from school.

What approval do I need? 
Students who select flexible scheduling will need parental permission in order to be scheduled for this option.

I participate in after school activities, can I still enroll in flexible scheduling?  
It depends.  If you are on a sports team, you would not be able to schedule classes during periods 9 and 10 when you have practice.  If you plan to join clubs and other after school activities that meet for 30-45 minutes, you could feasibly schedule period 10 for a class, with period 9 free to attend clubs or other meetings (or meet with a teacher for extra help, etc.).

If I am interested, what do I need to do?
Sign up for either English Level 01 or Honors or Social Studies Level 01 or Honors as part of the course selection process.  The flex courses will be a separate selection on the online course selection website.