Click here for updates to the Scheduling FAQ's '26-'27:
Am I on track for graduation?
- Yes! Each year, students are automatically placed in the highest level of courses they qualify for based on the Mater Dei Graduation Requirements and Pre-requisites.
- Many classes have placement exams and pre-requisites. Everyone is different, and just because you might be able to take all hard classes, does not always mean you should. Balance is key in 10th grade, and we want to make sure students have enough time to be successful, happy, and rested.
When will I see my planned classes?
- To View Your Course Requests:
- Open the Student Portal and login
- View "Course Requests" from the dropdown menu
- At the end of February, students & parents will be able to view course requests for the next school year from the Aeries Student Portal. This can be viewed on the Aeries Student Portal website (not the app).
How do I request a different class?
- After you see your classes & would like to change something or appeal a class that you do not meet the prerequisites for, there will be a Course Change Form (link coming soon) to help us keep track of requests. We ask that students complete the form before emailing counselors, as this will help the process be more efficient.
How do I take an Honors/AP next year?
- Some classes require strict pre-requisites and placement exams. If you are currently in Honors, maintaining B's will ensure your ability to continue in Honors.
- English requires A's in both semesters of regular 9th grade English and a placement test for:
- Hn. Eng 2 (10th grd) | AP Lit (11th grd) | AP Lang (12th grd).
- If you are in honors now, you do not need to take the placement test, but A's/B's are required to stay on the honors pathway.
- History requires A's in both semesters of regular 9th grade English to consider Honors or AP next year.
- Math requires A's in both semesters of regular 9th grade math and a placement test to take Honors or AP next year. Link coming soon. If you are in honors now, you do not need to take the placement test, but A's/B's are required to stay on the honors pathway.
- Science has many new options for rising Sophomores this year. There will be more information shared by science teachers, as well as an interest form link coming soon.
- Language requires A's in both semesters of 9th grade Language to consider Honors next year. To take Bilingual or other advancement levels, a placement exam is also required.
When should I meet with my counselor?
- Counselors will all be available to meet between February and March, but also through summer until August.
- If you do not sign up for a time right now, not to worry! All students will be on track for graduation & placed in the next courses you qualify for based on the MD pre-requisites. Counselors will check in with students who do not sign up.
- More information will be shared in ParentSquare. Talking with your counselor is just very helpful when planning goals and balance for a happy year, and we're here to help Monday-Friday between 7:30-4pm!
What will the Counseling meeting cover?
- Check-In – Quick connection and review of the meeting purpose
- Graduation Requirement Overview – Ensuring the student is on track
- Elective Discussion – Exploring interests, hobbies, and fun classes
- Scheduling Process – Reviewing course selections and next steps
- Naviance Introduction – Exploring college and career planning tools
Can I have a certain teacher or block next year?
- Specific teachers and blocks are randomized and not able to be requested. This time of year is to get a tally of how many students wish to take classes for next year so the school can plan accordingly. We will not yet know which teachers or which blocks are available until August each year, and we cannot accommodate requests. If you have a carpool request, let your counselor know and it will be noted.