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2025-2026 Course Selection Information
**Information is subject to change as we get more from the district**
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Are you moving?
If you are moving over the summer, please complete and email the form below to the AJH Registrar, Shaun Lester (ElizabethSLester@katyisd.org).I am Moving! Leaver Form - English Leaver Form - Spanish
Off Campus PE
Off-Campus PE is an option available for students who participate in an approved individual sport outside of school hours during the week. Qualifying Information can be found on the Katy ISD website under the Department of Health and Physical Education or using the link above.
Adams JH will accept applications beginning August 1, 2025. Applications will not be accepted before this date. All applications must be turned into the Counseling Office by Wednesday, August 24, 2025.Links to Information/Applications:
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Please review the information below specific to your student's grade next year and directions on selecting classes for your students:
- 6th Grade Course Information
- 6th Grade Course Selection Worksheet
- 7th Grade Course Information
- 7th Grade Course Selection Worksheet

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Future 6th Grade Course Selection
Student Information
Step 1:- Incoming 6th Grade Parent Night on January 14 @ 5:30pm in the AJH Cafeteria
- Review 6th Grade Course Selection Presentation
- SchoolLinks Introduction/Onboarding Video
Step 2:
- Review and make selections in SchooLinks
- Use the 6th Grade Course Selection Planning Sheet as a guide to help make choices
- Use the SchooLinks Step-by-Step Guide to help you make selections in the system
- Course Selection Planning Sheet is due to 5th grade teacher
Step 3:
- Elementary counselors will meet with students to review course requests
- Confirm course requests during counselor meeting
Parent Information
- 6th Grade Course Selection Parent Presentation & Fine Arts Fair - January 14 @ AJH
- Course Selection FAQ
Elective Videos: Please click on title to view each elective video.
CBE (Credit By Exam) Information:
Students at any grade level may choose to participate in Credit by Exam. Please go to the Testing Information Page for information about Credit By Exam (CBE).

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Future 7th Grade Course Selection
Student Information
Step 1:- Incoming 7th Grade Parent Night on January 23rd @ 5:30pm in the AJH Cafeteria
- Review 7th Grade Course Selection Presentation
- SchoolLinks Introduction/Onboarding Video
Step 2:
- Review and make selections in SchooLinks February 3 - 5
- Use the 7th Grade Course Selection Planning Sheet and the SchooLinks Step by Step Guide as a guide to help make choices
- Course Selection Planning Sheet is due to ELA teacher by February 5
Step 3:
- AJH Counselors will meet with students to review course requests
- Confirm course requests during counselor meeting (Feb 5 - Mar 7)
- Publication/Yearbook Application - see Mrs. Styles if you have any questions - due March 7
Parent Information- 7th Grade Course Selection Parent Presentation - January 23 @ 5:30 in the AJH Cafeteria
CBE (Credit By Exam) Information:
Students at any grade level may choose to participate in Credit by Exam. Please go to the Testing Information Page for information about Credit By Exam (CBE).

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Future 8th Grade Course Selection
Student Information
Step 1:- Incoming 8th Grade Parent Night on January 23rd @ 5:30pm in the AJH Cafeteria
- Review 8th Grade Course Selection Presentation
Step 2:
- Review and make selections in SchooLinks February 3 - 5
- Use the 8th Grade Course Selection Planning Sheet and the SchooLinks Step by Step Guide as a guide to help make choices
- Course Selection Planning Sheet is due to ELA teacher by February 5
Step 3:
- AJH Counselors will meet with students to review course requests
- Confirm course requests during counselor meeting (Feb 5 - Mar 7)
- Student Aide Application - due March 7
- Publication/Yearbook Application - see Mrs. Styles if you have any questions - due March 7
- PAL Application - see Mrs. Calfee for details - must have taken Leadworthy in 6th or 7th grade
Interested in taking Dance in 8th Grade? See flyer below for more information!
Parent Information- 8th Grade Course Selection Parent Presentation - January 23rd @ 5:30 in the AJH Cafeteria
CBE (Credit By Exam) Information:
Students at any grade level may choose to participate in Credit by Exam. Please go to the Testing Information Page for information about Credit By Exam (CBE).

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Future Warriors (9th Grade) Course Selection
Student Information
Step 1:- Future JHS Warriors Parent Night January 23rd 5:30pm at JHS in Performig Arts Center (PAC)
- Review JHS Course Selection Presentation
- 9th Grade Course Request Planning Worksheet
- JHS 9th Grade Course List
- Course Descriptions in Course Catalog
Step 2:
- Use JHS Course Selection Presentation, the JHS 9th Grade Course list and course presentation in the course catalog to complete your course selection planning worksheet.
- Course Selection Planning Sheet is due to ELA teacher by February 3
Step 3:
- AJH Counselors will meet with students to review course requests from Feb 3–March 7, and input requests into SchoolLinks.
Step 4: School Links
- After your student meets with counselor, parents can view requested courses in SchoolLinks.
- Parents approve the personalized plan in SchoolLinks by March 18th
- Any changes need to be requested via email: BriannaBPolinger@katyisd.org
- No changes will be made after March 19th.
Parent Information
- Current 8th Grade Parent Chat - January 23rd 5:30-6:30 @ JHS Performance Arts Center (PAC)
- AJH Endorsemnts Presentaion
- 9th Grade KAP vs ACA course descriptions
- Computer Science Flow Chart
- JV Dance Information
- German Video
- Outdoor Pursuits Video - Jordan Outdoors Description Flyer
- Athletic Trainer Information
- Endorsement Resource - MapMyGrad
- Endorsement Options
- JHS Orchestra Information
- JHS Band Information - Head Director Contact Email: DanielGalloway@katyisd.org
- JHS Color Guard
- GPA Exempt Form
- FHSP & Endorsements at a Glance
- Career & Technology Education Pathways
- JHS Dual Credit Information Night - AP and Dual Credit Presentation from Information Meeting
- JHS FFA Information
- Jordan Legacies Dance Team Tryouts
- JHS Golden Line JV Dance Team Tryouts
- JHS Cheer/ Mascot Tryout Information Download JHS Cheer Tryout Information
- JHS KAP Biology Information
- AP Human Geography Summer Bridge
JHS Applications
- JHS Yearbook Application
- JHS Best Buddies Application
Helpful Resources
- JHS Course Selection FAQ
- JHS Program Contact Information
- Miller Career & Technology Center
- Understanding Credits and Courses - district presentation
- Understanding High School Credits, GPA, & Class Rank - district presentation
- Understanding the Difference Between Academic and KAP classes in High School
Incoming 9th Graders Summer School Information - Original Credit Only
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- Information to come for the 2025-2026 school year.
During the School Year- Students can take two online courses, regardless of academic level.
For more information, please visit www.katyvirtualschool.org or email katyvirtualschool@katyisd.org.
CBE (Credit By Exam) Information:
Students at any grade level may choose to participate in Credit by Exam. Please go to the Testing Information Page for information about Credit By Exam (CBE).