Program of Studies

Planning and selecting courses in high school is an important step toward achieving your future goals. This Course Planning Guide is designed to assist you and your family in navigating state-required classes for diploma completion and exploring the wide range of elective options available. Thoughtful course selection will help you discover your interests and prepare for one or more of the 4 “E”s: enrollment in college, employment in the workforce, enlistment in the military, or entrepreneurship as a career path.

As you plan, we encourage you to approach scheduling with a focus on purposeful growth and balance. High school is not only about academic preparation but also about cultivating well-being, exploring passions, and building a healthy school-life balance. It is important to avoid the “success trap”: the pursuit of accomplishments at the expense of identity, joy, or mental health. By creating a schedule that challenges you while also leaving space for rest, relationships, and exploration, you can position yourself for long-term success and fulfillment.

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the robust curriculum offered at Olentangy high schools. For required courses, which follow a prescribed sequence, your teachers will recommend the next step in their department’s progression. These courses will be pre-entered for you, allowing you to concentrate on choosing elective courses that align with your passions and aspirations.

Once course recommendations have been made by you and your teachers, your family will have an opportunity to review and verify the selections. Additionally, you will meet with a school counselor during the year to finalize and schedule your course requests.

Our goal is to support you in making informed decisions about your class selections while helping you foster both academic achievement and personal well-being. We are here to ensure that your high school experience sets you on a path to success, whatever your future holds. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions or need assistance.