A great deal of thought and effort by students, parents, teachers, and the Guidance Director goes into preparing schedules. Selecting an academic program of study is a serious matter that has implications for the student far beyond high school and any alteration or change in a schedule must be done with careful consideration. At Schenck there are two program areas of study: college preparatory and technical preparatory. All students are required to take a minimum of six (6) one-credit courses at all times during the school year.

Should a student desire to change his or her schedule after all original paperwork has been completed, the following procedures apply: The student will meet with the Guidance Director to discuss the change. Should the director believe the student's decision is based upon sound academic reasoning he will present the student with an add/drop slip to be completed and signed by the student's parents and teachers. Requests to change classes in order to avoid certain teachers, be in classes with friends, or to structure classes for senior privilege purposes are not considered sound academic reasons for changing courses. In some instances, at the request of teachers or administrators, parents may be contacted to meet with the participants involved to discuss the proposed changes. The Principal will be notified about all changes and all course changes will be subject to his final approval. Students will continue with their present schedules until all paperwork is completed and they are provided with a new schedule. Students are accountable for all academic work and attendance until the new schedule is complete and will attend their regular classes until final approval is officially granted for the course change. In addition, students may be required to complete make-up work for the new class that they may have decided to take.

Students are not to change classes or stop attending classes until all approvals are confirmed in writing. A student withdrawing from a course after five (5) weeks and having a grade average below "70", will have a failing grade reported on his/her rank and high school transcript. Courses may not be added after the third week of school or a semester without the express written approval of the involved faculty members, the Guidance Director, the parents of the student, and the Principal.

It should be noted that school officials and teachers in order to adjust class size or to overcome scheduling conflicts and other educational issues, may initiate change in a student's schedule. Under no circumstances are students to change classes until all paperwork is complete and the Guidance Director has given them authorization.