HALL STUDENT REGISTRATION & Course Selection INFORMATION

Welcome Letter:

Dear Students:

Welcome to the 2025-2026 West Hartford Public Schools High School Program of Studies. We are extremely proud of the array of courses that we offer to meet the individual needs, abilities, and interests of all students. This document has been designed to guide you in planning your academic program. We encourage you to use this Program of Studies to understand the various opportunities available to you. Inside, you will find pertinent information such as graduation requirements, course descriptions, NCAA eligibility requirements, and additional items with which you will want to be familiar. The Program of Studies is also available electronically on both the Conard and Hall High School homepage.

It is never too early to begin thinking about your future career. This Program of Studies will guide you in making educated decisions regarding possible career pathways. Challenge yourself by enrolling in rigorous courses and setting your goals high. Although the courses you select while at Conard or Hall are important in determining your direction after high school, it is also imperative to enjoy a well-rounded experience participating in various co-curricular activities. Whatever your interests are, both schools offer students a wide variety of opportunities that will allow you to become an involved member of your school’s community.

As you go through the course selection process, please talk to your teachers, school counselor, department supervisors, and administrators. In addition, spend time exploring and discussing the various options with your parents/caregivers. You are also encouraged to visit your school’s website for additional information. Again, remember to set your goals high and to work hard to achieve them. During your four years in high school, take advantage of the vast opportunities and endless resources that are available to all students. We urge you to plan a demanding course load and immerse yourself in the Conard and Hall communities through participation in co-curricular activities. As you walk across the stage to receive your diploma, know that you have developed the skills, dispositions, and character that embody our Vision of the Graduate. These are the tools you will carry with you to navigate the challenges and embrace the opportunities that the future holds.

Sincerely,

Jocelyn Tamborello-Noble, Conard High School Principal
Sarah Isaacs, Hall High School Interim Principal 

Course Selection Steps

Beginning Thursday, January 31, 2025 and ending Thursday, February 13, 2025, students should log into their Power School portal to view teacher course recommendations and make their course choices for the upcoming school year.

Students should consult with their teachers and parents while making their selections. All students will be meeting with their counselors throughout the upcoming quarter to review and finalize their choices. Please help us complete step one of this process by making your initial selections online by Wednesday, February 13, 2025.

  • Step 1 - view the instructional video (below) or read the Course Requests Instructions
  • Step 2 - if you desire, print a POS Lite and a grade-specific planning worksheet (both below) to map out your courses and credits. In addition, the "Connecting Your Courses to Your Career Pathway" link can also be printed for your reference.  
  • Step 3 - log into your Power School portal, select and submit your course choices (electronic access is available in school buildings if needed)
  • Important Note - WHPS is an open choice district. While we strongly recommend selections match teacher recommendations, students may choose their own program of study. Please discuss your choices intently with your teachers, parents, and counselor in these situations.

Step 1: PowerSchool Video Tutorial

Play the video tutorial below to see the process for registering for courses in PowerSchool.

Step 3: Link to PowerSchool Login

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