Plan sophomore courses UC/CSU

Overview

Course registration is coming! Planning your sophomore schedule with A-G requirements in mind is crucial.

Recommended Sophomore Schedule

Core Classes

• English 10 or Honors English 10
• Math: Geometry or Algebra 2 (depending on your track)
• Science: Biology or Chemistry
• History: World History or AP World History
• Foreign Language: Year 2 of your language

Electives

• Consider your interests and potential "spike"
• Visual/Performing Arts if you haven't completed it
• College-prep electives that interest you

A-G Considerations

What to Complete by End of Sophomore Year

• 2 years of English (Category B)
• 2 years of Math (Category C)
• 1-2 years of Science (Category D)
• 2 years of Foreign Language (Category E)
• Ideally 1 year of History (Category A)

Check Your Progress

Use the UC A-G Course List to verify your courses count.

Honors/AP Decisions

Consider Your Capacity

How many honors/AP courses can you handle while:

• Maintaining strong grades?
• Participating in activities?
• Having time for yourself?

Quality Over Quantity

An A in Honors > B in AP for most purposes

Meeting with Your Counselor

Before registration:

• Review your four-year plan
• Confirm A-G progress
• Discuss appropriate rigor
• Ask about prerequisites

Questions to Ask

• "Am I on track for A-G completion?"
• "What honors courses do you recommend?"
• "Are there any schedule conflicts I should know about?"

Encouraging Reminder

Sophomore year is important, but you don't need to overload. Balance is key!