* The school's curriculum: Some schools have set tracks or pathways (e.g., college prep, vocational), others offer more flexibility.
* The student's individual needs and interests: Students might choose electives based on their passions.
* State requirements: Each state has its own requirements for graduation, influencing the core courses offered.
However, most freshman year high school schedules will include some combination of these core subjects:
* English: Typically a composition or literature course.
* Math: Algebra I is common, but some students might take Geometry or a more advanced course depending on their placement testing.
* Science: Often Biology, but Physical Science or Earth Science are also possibilities.
* Social Studies: Often World History or a similar course covering a broad historical span.
* Physical Education/Health: Often a requirement.
Beyond these core subjects, freshmen will likely have some electives, which could include things like:
* Foreign Language (Spanish, French, etc.)
* Art
* Music
* Technology
* Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses
To know exactly what classes are required for a specific freshman, you need to check the course catalog or guidance counselor information for that particular high school.