2026–2027 Arena Scheduling Guide

What Is Arena Scheduling?

Arena Scheduling allows students to build their own class schedules in Skyward. Students choose teachers, class periods, and electives. As long as graduation requirements, prerequisites, and full schedules are met, the schedule students create will be the one they keep. No schedule changes will be made in the fall.

Graduation Requirements

Students can check their progress by logging in to Skyward and selecting Graduation Requirements. The screen shows:

• Total credits required (34)
• Credits completed
• Credits in progress
• Courses that count toward requirement categories

Courses currently in the schedule may appear as “Completed” until final grades post.

Choosing Your Classes

Before scheduling, complete the Preparing for Arena Scheduling Google Form emailed to you.

Other Factors to Consider

• CTE Pathways
• Honors Diploma
• NCAA Eligibility
• World Languages
• Opportunity Scholarship
• Concurrent Enrollment (Grades 11–12 with 3.0+ GPA)
• Dual Language Immersion (DLI)
• TTECH (Grades 11–12) — Only one program allowed at a time
• ACE Center (Grades 10–12)

Class Fees

Starting in 2026–27, Utah requires each school to offer a Fee‑Free Path to Graduation. A sample plan is available through the district.

To check whether a class has a fee and how much it costs, refer to the District Fee Schedule. Note that the final 2026–27 fee schedule is approved after June 1.

Class Information

• Master Schedule: Lists available classes and which periods they are taught.
• Course Catalog: Includes class descriptions, prerequisites, and fee details. Not all catalog classes run every year.

Tryout & Teacher-Approval Classes

The following classes require approval or tryouts:

• Advanced Strength & Conditioning (Football)
• Ballroom & Intermediate Ballroom
• Dance Company
• DLI Courses
• Drill Team
• Cheer
• Color Guard
• Concert Choir, Show Choir, Bella Voce
• HOPE Squad
• Jazz Band
• Symphonic Orchestra
• Advanced Theatre & Advanced Musical Theatre
• Theatre Productions
• Stage Craft
• Student Government
• Yearbook & Advanced Commercial Photo

Important: If you expect to make a tryout class, do not schedule a core class during that period. Use an elective you don’t mind losing.

Special Circumstances

Students with IEPs

Case managers will pre‑place required classes. Students only need to select remaining periods.

Students Coming from Charter Schools (Math Placement)

If entering SHS having completed Math 1 in 8th grade, check the Master Schedule for available Math 2 periods, choose your preferred time, and email your counselor. Placement occurs once documentation is received.

TA (Teacher’s Aide) Options

• Available to Juniors and Seniors only
• Students must be in good academic standing
• A signed permission slip is required
• Students may not TA during a teacher’s prep period
• Turn in signed form during the scheduling window

Release to Parent (Free Period)

Students may qualify if they:

• Take an online class in place of an on‑campus class
• Take two or more AP/CE classes and need study time
• Are a senior who doesn’t need a full schedule

No credit is earned, and students must be off campus during this period. Forms must be submitted during the scheduling window.

Practice Schedule Building

• Use the emailed list of your required classes.
• Review the Master Schedule.
• Use the practice worksheet to create your ideal schedule.
• Build a backup schedule in case classes fill.

Arena Scheduling Dates (2026–2027)

How Arena Scheduling Works in Skyward

Search Options

• By course name
• By period
• By subject
• By teacher

Column Key

• Prd: Class period
• Trm:
• Grades: Eligible grade levels
• Fit: Whether class fits your schedule
• P: Indicates prerequisite required
• Add: Button appears only when the Arena window is open

Adding Classes

1. Filter by subject (example: Language Arts).
2. Review available sections.
3. Check seat availability and schedule fit.
4. Select Add to place a class into your schedule.
5. Add both semesters for year‑long classes.

Editing Classes

Students can view or print schedules anytime. During the Arena window, classes may be removed or replaced. Removal requires confirmation.

Important Reminders

• Do not leave holes in your schedule.
• Do not place core classes in periods reserved for potential tryout classes.
• TA and Release to Parent forms are due by April 16.
• No schedule changes in the fall.
• If master schedule changes affect you, the school will contact you.

Need Help?

Bring your Chromebook for in‑person support:

April 10 — 1:30–3:00 PM at the school

Counselor Contacts

• A–C: Mr. Seffker — nseffker@tooeleschools.org
• D–H: Ms. Shinton — cshinton@tooeleschools.org
• I–M: Ms. Swensen — hswensen@tooeleschools.org
• N–Sh: Mrs. Strassman — bstrassman@tooeleschools.org
• Si–Z: Ms. Jensen — djensen@tooeleschools.org