Hello, and welcome to our virtual family night! We are excited to have the class of 2025!
Family night is an energizing, fun, and inspirational time for incoming freshmen and their parents to get to know a little bit about University High School. We know you have questions about classes to take, activities on campus, clubs to join, sports , drama, music… the list goes on and on. Although we cannot duplicate the energy and fun of a true family night on campus, we would like to try.
University is a special place where young people can grow, find and pursue their passions, and have new experiences. With that in mind, we have laid out below some of the key pieces of Uni.
We encourage you to take a look at all of it at some point. The page will be left up through June, but some items are time sensitive (i.e. counseling presentation and course selection/student packet) and should be viewed immediately.
The first item you need is the student packet. In it you will find information on freshmen course of studies as well as interest information on our many co-curricular programs like music, theater and the Arts Core.
Meet the Masters TONIGHT (April 14th) from 6 - 6:45
Welcome to the “Meet the Masters”. From 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM, veteran, upper-class students will provide a time for Q&A. This is a segment devoted to students, although parents are welcome to accompany the students on the Zoom meeting. Here are a few things you will need to know:
The Zoom meeting is at https://iusd.zoom.us/j/85403861207?pwd=VEdPZUlPMzNxMzlMamFrZ1J4REtWZz09
Meeting ID: 854 0386 1207
Passcode: 13zTyU
From 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM.
Students will need to log on and must be able to authenticate using their IUSD Google Drive account.
Once in the Zoom meeting you will be given a breakout room option. You will be allowed to exit one “room” and enter another when you wish in that 45 minute time frame.
Room 1 – ASB / Class Council
Room 2 – Athletics
Room 3 – Classes & Academics
Room 4 – Clubs
Room 5 – Performing & Studio Arts
This session is designed to answer some questions like “does UHS have a badminton team” or “what can I expect in an honors level class” or “How does a student audition for the musical”? If you have questions about how to enroll or details about a specific athletic team, please visit those specific links on the Family Night web page. Thank you.”
UHS Frequently Asked Questions
Please Note: All UHS Students will be enrolled in six periods. Additional open elective options may be available as well.
Q: Is the school year divided up in semesters or trimesters?
A: We are set up on a 2-semester system where the school year is divided in half. August - January is our Fall semester and January - June is our Spring semester.
Q: Do we choose classes again at the semester?
A: No, the high school is set up for year-long courses with a few exceptions.
Q: Which grades count?
A: All grades “count” and are reflected in your progress reports and quarter grades. Only the semester grades and credits are part of the permanent school record or your transcript.
Q: What are credits?
A: Each class can earn up to five (5) credits per semester, with a total of 30 credits or more, possible for each semester.
Q: Does UHS have Athletic Programs in the summer?
A: Yes, please see the information on the Uni athletics website https://universityhigh.iusd.org/athletics
Q: Can I enroll my incoming freshman in summer school?
A: Yes. Please refer to the IUSD Summer School Course Catalog online at https://iusd.org/parents/academic-and-student-support/summer-school
Q: What is the date for freshman registration?
A: Freshman registration is Thursday, August 12th.
Q: What happens if my student is sick?
A: Parents must contact the attendance office at 949-936-7601 before 10 a.m.to report an absence. Students must make up all the work and tests/quizzes that are missed. If a student is ill for more than three days, please contact the teachers by email, with questions you might have about missed work. Many teachers post assignments online and can be accessed through the UHS website or Canvas.
Q: Where can I find general UHS information?
A: For School and staff information, please visit: https://universityhigh.iusd.org/
Q: Does a sport count for PE credit?
A: Yes, sports, dance, marching band and color guard all count for PE credit.
Q: What if my student makes an athletic team?
A: All 9th grade students are placed into PE Course 1. If a student makes a sports team, the coach/athletic department will notify us and we will add the sport to the schedule with as few class changes as possible.
Q: What is an open elective?
A: An open elective is a service to school or no-cap class that allows students to take 7 courses instead of 6.
Q: Can my 9th grader take an AP class?
A: The first opportunity for any student to take an AP class is in their sophomore year. There are some honors level courses for our 9th grade students.
Q: If my student is currently recommended for CP, is there any way to get into Honors?
A: UHS counselors place students in classes based on 8th grade teacher recommendations. Students who start in CP classes may qualify for an Honors course in 10th grade. Please check the UHS course catalog (on the school website) for prerequisites.
Q: Will we meet with a counselor to go over a four-year plan or see some sample four-year plans?
A: Counselors meet with every sophomore family to discuss junior/senior year courses and preparation for college. Counselors hold a Freshmen Parent Coffee in the fall and spring. Counselors will meet with freshmen in classrooms to discuss required courses, class selection and answer any questions. Once a student is in high school, course selection takes place each spring based on grades and teacher recommendations.
Q: How can my student access their school counselor?
A: School counselors are available before school, during snack, office hours, lunch and after school on a walk-in basis for students. Students may see their school counselor during class time if it is an emergency and if they have a pass from their teacher.
Q: How can parents access their student’s school counselor?
A: Your student’s school counselor is available by email and phone. If you need an appointment to speak to your counselor in person, please contact them via email or phone to set up a scheduled appointment time.
Q: Can I choose my teachers and class periods?
A: No. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate teacher and period preferences due to the number of students we have and because of the constraints of the master schedule.
ClubS
The ASB club page can be found here
Athletics Fair
Athletics information including requirements, specific sports, and summer camps
Counseling Information
Student Information
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program
D/HH Families: We will be scheduling a meeting for our 8th grade students and families in late May or early June to review information specific to our program and collect additional information regarding special activities and clubs for our students here at UNI. You should all receive an email from us about this. If you do not, please contact us.
English Language Learner Program
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