Welcome to MAYFAIR HIGH SCHOOL Standard of Excellence, Nothing Less! Home of the Monsoons!!
Introducing your Administrators Mrs. Julie Stanley PRINCIPAL Mr. Clifford Higgins ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL, DISCIPLINE & ATHLETICS Mr. Shane Vinagupta ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL, CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION Miss Marcia Burford ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL, ACTIVITIES, ATTENDANCE, SPECIAL EDUCATION
Introducing Your Counselors (Grades 10-12) Mrs. Jasmine Lane Last Names: A E Email: JLane@busd.k12.ca.us Office: Room 231 Mrs. Cora Ozier Last Names: F - L Email: COzier@busd.k12.ca.us Office: HSO Mr. Kevin Garcia Ms. Kelly Young Last Names: M - Rol Email: KGarcia@busd.k12.ca.us Office: HSO Last Names: Rom - Z Email: KYoung@busd.k12.ca.us Office: HSO
Welcome 9 th Grade Counselor Mrs. Julie McIntosh Office Location: Room 233 Email: JulieMcIntosh@busd.k12.ca.us
Objectives Parents will: Understand the difference between graduation requirements and A-G requirements. Become knowledgeable about school-to-home communication and classroom support. Learn how your child can get involved in high school. Assist your child in choosing the appropriate classes for high school. Receive assistance with Lunch Application & Parent Portal
The Curriculum Handbook will be found on the web! http://www.mayfairmonsoons.org/ Click on: Academics then 2016-2017 Curriculum Handbook
Refer to handout
High School Credits (grades 9-12) Every Course Every Semester = 5 credits Yearlong courses = (5 per semester) Fall Semester = August 29 January 26 Spring Semester = January 30 - June 15 Credits are a part of permanent record based on grades F s = 0 credit! --- They must be made up! MHS CREDIT RECOVERY Periods 0, 7, or 8
High School Graduation Requirements History/Social Science 4 years 40 credits English 4 years 40 credits Mathematics 2 years 20 credits Biological Science 1 year Physical Science 1 year Additional year math or science 1 year Fine Arts OR World Language 1 year Physical Education (PE) 2 years 20 credits Practical Art 1 semester 5 credits Health 1 semester 5 credits Electives (Additional Courses) 50 credits To graduate from Mayfair High School, a student must: * Earn 220 credits
Grade 9 English 9 Health/Geog Integ. Math or higher Earth Sci. or Biology PE Elective English 11 US History Math Science Elective Elective Mayfair HS - Sequence of Courses 5/5 credits Grade 10 English 10 World History Integ. Math or higher Science PE Elective Grade 11 Grade 12 English 12 Government Economics Math OR Science Elective Elective 5 credits
SAMPLE Transcript Your student will receive an Unofficial Copy every year
a-g Subject Requirements Applicants must complete a specific set of 15 college preparatory courses to be eligible for admission to the California State University and the University of California. 11 of the 15 UC required college preparatory ( a-g courses) completed by the end of 11 th grade. Each course needs to be completed with a grade of C or better. THE a-g SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS a. Social Science Two Years One year of US History or US History and American Government, and one year of social science. b. English Four Years Composition and literature designated as college preparatory. c. Mathematics Three Years (Four Years Recommended) Algebra 1/Integrated Math 1, Geometry, Algebra II, and Advanced math. Courses taken in 7 th and 8 th grades may be considered. d. Laboratory Science Two Years At least one biological laboratory science and one physical laboratory science. e. Language Other Than English Two Years in the same language - College prep language courses taken in 7 th and 8 th grade may be included. f. Visual and Performing Arts One Year Art, dance, theater/drama, music. g. College-Preparatory Electives One Year Any additional courses (not previously listed) that are included in the UC a g list. Years Required 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years
What Colleges Look For? Excellent grades, avoid C or lower. Maintain a 3.0 or HIGHER! EVERY YEAR (including Senior Year) Go beyond minimum A- G courses Take MATH ALL 4 YEARS!! Be a Well-Rounded Student Activities and Community Service. Take the PSAT on Saturday, October 15th (grades 9 11) (See Website) SAT or ACT (with/without Essay), AND SAT Subject Tests (if needed-certain majors)
Advanced Placement AP and Honors Courses AP classes are RIGOROUS college level courses taught at the high school. AP Tests in May (must pay for in advance) Scores of 3, 4, 5 may waive college level courses Students should have at least a 3.5 GPA Mandatory Summer Assignments Attend the AP meeting/honors meeting before school ends (listen to announcements) or contact the AP instructor. Also check summer website or handbook.
DISCIPLINE RULES & CONSEQUENCES MATRIX
DISCIPLINE RULES & CONSEQUENCES MATRIX
DRESS CODE POLICY
NEW HAT POLICY
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT POLICY
PE Clothes REQUIRED PE Clothes: $20.00 $ 8.00 Mayfair PE Shirt $12.00 Mayfair PE Shorts OPTIONAL Sweats $17.00 Sweatpants $17.00 Sweatshirt PE LOCKS: $5.00---recommended for extra security for your locker
BELL SCHEDULES
CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
School Lunches $ 2.75 /Lunch $ 2.25 /Breakfast Can also pre-pay for school lunches at www.schoolcafe.com (Must create an account & choose Bellflower USD) Eligible students may receive meals for free. https://mealapplications.busd.k12.ca.us/register.aspx You should find out if you qualify upon completion of the application online.
First Day of School See BELL SCHEDULE Tuesdays Fridays: 7:30 am 2:36pm Mondays: Late Start 9:00 am 2:36pm FIRST DAY = MONDAY, August 29 th school starts at 9:00 am. Schedules will be passed out at 8:00 am behind high school office (200-wing). Come early to check out campus & room numbers. Students can pay for any items on their first day of school at the accounting window.
Schedule Changes Schedules are based on your current transcript See your counselor if you are placed in a wrong core class/elective Monday, August 29 Friday, September 2 AFTERSCHOOL ONLY! NO TEACHER CHANGES!
Parent Teacher communication is the KEY to Success!
Suggestions for SUCCESS! TALK TO YOUR TEACHERS FIRST! Parent Teacher communication is KEY!! (via email, phone, or appointments) Check website & parent portal for links to Teacher emails www.mayfairmonsoons.org
School to Home Communication Parent Resource Center located in Room 300 Mon-Thurs 9:30am-2:30pm Coffee Hour - First Friday of every month from 9 10am Report Cards mailed home every 5 weeks
Purchase a planner and USE IT!! MHS planner = $7.00 Do Weekly Progress Reports!! Available on THURSDAYS in the High School Office Must pick up between 7:00 am 7:24 am
School to Home Communication Parent Portal DATA CONFIRMATION!!! Current grades Gradebook Attendance Transcripts Go to www.mayfairmonsoons.org for instructions to set up account (**You will need 3 access code # s) STAY FOR TECH SUPPORT
School to Home Communication Blackboard Connect (Teleparent) Message goes to Primary Phone Number Receive Information about : School news/parent workshops Attendance Upcoming tests/quizzes Behavior Positive reinforcement
Successful students GET INVOLVED!
Mayfair Athletics www.monsoonathletics.com
Drama Club VIDEO CLUB Eastern Horizons KEY Club Pep Squad Leo Club Pacific Islanders Chess ASB Animation Dance Club Young Black Scholars (YBS) Go Club History Club Marching Band Filipino Club Latino Club L.A.F.F/Best Buddies R.O.C. K Club Environmental Science Club California Scholarship Federation (CSF) Yearbook
OPTIONS AFTER HIGH SCHOOL College & Career / Parent Resource Center Room 300 Ms. Cindy Solano - Bowens (College & Career Tech) Coffee/Dessert Hours (Parent workshops) College Visitations (check bulletin announcements) College Applications Workshops Career/Technical Program Visits & Information Career Assessments Financial Aid (FAFSA) Information & Workshops Scholarship Information SAT/ACT/PSAT Information NCAA/NAIA (Student Athletes) Military Information & Visits
Take Career-Related Courses! Afterschool Career-Related classes 16 years or older Register online at www.calaps.org Transportation provided to Somerset or Lynwood High Schools
YOUR COURSE REQUESTS Final Course selection is based on your current transcript
Questions about your credits or preview schedule will be answered individually All students will pick up a new schedule on the first day of school.
TECH SUPPORT 1) Application for Free and Reduced Lunch 2) Parent Portal Log-on Assistance