Charlotte C. Richter
Charlotte C. Richter
Professional School Counselor
Highland Park Middle School
7th grade -- HP Class of 2030
214-780-3643
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7th to 8th Grade Transition - Important Dates:
- Tuesday, Feb. 11 -- Student Presentations during students' Social Studies classes; students will receive 8th Grade Elective Choice Sheets (green) on this date
- Wednesday, Feb. 12 -- Parent Presentations at 9:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. in the Auditorium
- Week of February 24th -- Student begin completing elective selection via Skyward in Raider Hour
- Friday, February 28th -- Deadline for students to input elective selections in Skyward + completed 8th Grade Elective Choice Sheets (green) due to Raider Hour teachers (with parent signature)
- Friday, March 21 -- Parent Verification of student's elective selections due in Skyward
7th to 8th Grade Course Selection Resources:
- 8th Grade Elective Choice Sheet
- 7th to 8th Grade Transition Presentation (Google Slides from Student & Parent Presentations)
- Slides 1-9 = General 8th Grade Information
- Slides 10-57 = Choosing Electives for the 8th Grade (including info re: high school credits)
- Slides 58-68 = "Show Interest" Elective Options + Clubs & Organizations
- Slides 69-73 = 8th Grade General Info + Preparing for 8th Grade Academics
- Slides 74-76 = Reminders, Due Dates, & Resources
- Instructions for Inputting 8th Grade Course Selections on Skyward
- HPMS Academic Planning Guide (APG) 2025-2026
- Highland Park High School Academic Planning Guide (APG) 2025-2026 - if you're curious about high school credits, classes, or graduation requirements
- HPMS CTE Website (including videos about CTE & Technology classes)
