Grade 9 Planning for Academics & Sports

Please fill out the form below to indicate your math and foreign language choices as well as sports selections.

Academic and Sports Preferences Form

Student First Name

Student Last Name

Classes required from which 9th graders can choose:

Mathematics

If other:

Foreign Language

*indicates that this course requires a placement test for students new to Gilmour

Please select the sports you plan to play or have any interest in playing during the 2024-25 academic year. This will allow the athletic administrators to plan accordingly for the upcoming seasons.

You may compete in multiple sports during the same season.

Fall Sports - BOYS

Fall Sports - GIRLS

Winter Sports - BOYS

Winter Sports - GIRLS

Spring Sports - BOYS

Spring Sports - GIRLS

Other sports you’d like to play that are NOT listed above:

Other sports/activities you’re currently involved in:

Schedule Meeting with Counselor

Electives List

Course Selection

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Overview
- Students are required to enroll in at least 6 classes each semester.
- We strongly recommend that 9^th grade students enroll in no more than 7 classes. This will allow students to have a study hall giving them access to our Math, Science and Writing Help desks.
- All required courses are year-long unless otherwise stated.
Classes required for all 9th graders

ENGLISH: English 9
SOCIAL STUDIES: Ancient Cultures (one semester only)
SCIENCE: Physics
THEOLOGY: Foundations of Faith
Elective Options
- Required courses will fill 6 of the 8 blocks available for scheduling in each semester. The remaining blocks can be used for study hall or for taking electives.
- 9^th grade students have three options for their 7^th and 8^th blocks:
  - two study halls (to have one each day),
  - one study hall and elective, or
  - two electives.
- Students can make their elective choices when their family meets with a member of the Student Support Services Department.

Course Catalog

Department

Summer Institute

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Health (Virtual)

Dr. James Gutowski, Director of Academic Services; Instructor of Latin, US
This is a comprehensive health course, covering topics of mental and emotional health, nutrition and physical activity, social health and relationships, sexual health, personal health and disease, substances and abuse, and injury prevention and safety. This class is graded on a pass/fail basis and students must earn a minimum score of 70% to pass. Because this course is 100% virtual, students may complete the work whenever convenient to them. Final exams must be proctored by Ms. Fowler or Dr. Gutowski. All final exams must be completed by August 4. This class fulfills the health graduation requirement.
Learning Skills Enrichment

Instructor: Dr. James Gutowski, Director of Academic Services; Instructor of Latin, US
Gilmour Academy is excited to offer a robust lineup of summer courses and workshops to our students as well as students from other schools. Courses are for credit and enrichment. If you do not attend Gilmour Academy check with your guidance departments if you would like credit for the course.

Courses without sufficient enrollment by the registration deadline will be cancelled.

This class prepares incoming ninth graders for high school curriculum. Students will examine their learning styles and develop skills in time management, organization, note taking, studying and test taking. The course will also explore the importance of critical thinking, problem solving and active reading. Please note: A minimum of six (6) students must register for this course to run.
Speech

Instructor: Dr. Linda Monitello, Instructor of Theology, US
This class is designed to help students develop their skills in public speaking. They learn the speech preparation process, how to combat stage fright and how to adapt to different speaking situations. The course will cover topics such as composing their own orations, interpreting other orators’ works, persuasive speaking, informative speaking and debate. We also will address the changing demands of technology by covering how to effectively use PowerPoint for presentations. This class is an excellent introduction to the art of public speaking and prepares students for successful speaking in their future endeavors as well as for continuing in competitive speech. The class fulfills the speech graduation requirement. Please note: A minimum of six (6) students must register by May 1 for this course to run.
Summer Catalyst 2024

Instructor: Dr. Neena Goel, Instructor of Science, US
Catalyst is a research externship in which students are paired with scientist mentors at prominent institutions throughout the Greater Cleveland area. Students spend a minimum of 40 hours per week working on an authentic research project at a site assigned based upon student interest and abilities. Weekly journaling and participation in a research symposium are included among course requirements. The program is designed to help students discover the nature of science, think critically in a research context, and effectively communicate scientific information to various audiences. Catalyst demands of the students a high degree of independence, responsibility and initiative. Participants are responsible for their own transportation and parking fees.
Must have permission of instructor and registration code from Dr. Goel. Enrollment limited to 6. Register early
Courses without sufficient enrollment by the registration deadline will be cancelled.