Letter from the High School Offices

Dear Students and Parents/Guardians/Caregivers,

The staff at Harriton High School and Lower Merion High School are committed to providing a program of studies that will prepare all students to succeed in achieving their post high school goals.

This Program Planning Guide describes the high school program of studies available to both Harriton and Lower Merion students. It also contains current policies and other information that could influence the selection of courses. Please read the Guide carefully and do not hesitate to seek assistance from counselors, teachers, and grade level administrators in selecting the best distribution of courses.

Experience has shown that most students' educational needs are best satisfied by selecting a comprehensive and challenging array of courses each year. To assist students and parents in making the most appropriate selections, the following items are recommended for careful consideration:

1. Students' educational goals and interests
2. Past scholastic record
3. Achievement in current courses
4. Teacher recommendations
5. Prerequisites for certain courses
6. Total course load anticipated for next year
7. Range of anticipated activities – curricular and extra-curricular

Educationally yours,