Freshman Orientation Class of SOBRATO COUNSELING DEPARTMENT Ted Thomas, Kim Witthaus and Aaron Duron
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to the Sobrato family!
Principal Ms. Macko Assistant Principals Ms. Sage (A-Go) Mr. Miller (Gr-N) Ms. Guthrie (O-Z) 41 Years at Sobrato Combined!
Counseling dept. Mr. Thomas (A-Li) Ms. Witthaus (Lo-Z) Mr. Duron Dulce Velazquez (Cal-SOAP)
Graduation Requirements UC/CSU and Private Institutions require students to take certain classes in high school AND earn a C or higher (called A-G requirements ) MHUSD now has a default A-G curriculum for graduation
G. College Prep elective (1 year an additional A-F course) Graduation Requirements A. Social Studies (3 years World History, US History, Civics/Econ) B. English (4 years Eng 9, Eng 10, Eng 11, Eng 12) C. Math (3 years required, 4 years expected Int 1, Int 2, Int 3) D. Science (2 years Life and Physical required, 4 yrs expected) E. Language (2 years required, 4 years recommended) F. Visual and Performing Arts (1 year)
Additional Requirements PE - Physical Education (2 years PE 9, Lifelong Activity) CTE Career Technical Education (1 year) Total of 220 credits *we do have courses that will fulfill both CTE and VPA requirements (Graphics, Studio Art, Floral Design, Photo, Ceramics, Stagecraft)
Naviance College and Career Platform that assists students to set and achieve their goals Assesses students on their strengths and helps develop study skills Test prep for SAT, ACT and AP class for free! Career and college exploration Seamless college application process
Parent Naviance Training Dates District Office September 21st from 6-7:30pm October 19th from 6-7:30pm November 16th from 6-7:30pm Sobrato Theater August 24th 5:30-5:55pm (Back to School Night)
How to support your student... - Homework quality and quantity - Attendance - Review grades frequently, sign into AERIES, if you need additional access, contact Lynn Secolo at 408-201-6227 - Read syllabi & school rules don t just sign! - Teacher communication - Know your student s strength and weaknesses, help strengthen their areas of growth
Parent Involvement Elected Committees School Site Council ELAC Volunteers Booster Groups Ag Boosters Athletic Boosters Grad Night Committee Music Association Cafecito College and Career Fingerprinting is required when driving or working with students on campus. Fingerprinted at middle school? You re set!
Home & School Club Serves all students Provides classroom materials and PD Fundraisers Health & Wellness Drive Staff Appreciation
Activity Bus WHEN: September 18 - May 31 Monday - Thursday Bus departs Sobrato at 4:30pm WHY: The activity bus provides a ride home after school so students may attend Homework Center, meetings, athletics, etc. HOW: Have a bus pass? Simply fill out the activity bus permission form. No bus pass? Purchase $10 activity bus pass and fill out permission form.
Turn in emergency card PE Clothes ASB Card Yearbook School Pictures Small Group Activities Class Schedule - August 11th
Lockers Practice, Practice, Practice!
Drop-off & Pick-up Arrive early it s a big campus!
Block Schedule
Tutorial 3 days per week 115 minutes total Ask for help, form study group, make up test, do homework Make a plan! Teachers are encouraged to limit their Tutorial class size, so students should plan ahead to ensure they find their classrooms quickly and get a seat before they fill.
Advisory 25 minutes on Tuesday Small class size Personalization Grade level lessons Advisory leaders
Where Do the students Eat? Kitchen Our students spend Lunch period in Quad, Library, Hallways, counseling office and classrooms. Gym is open in inclement weather.
Do Freshmen Interact with Upperclassmen? Mixed grade courses Clubs Leadership Opportunities ASB FFA
Help Your Student Stay Engaged!!! Join Clubs and organizations ie. sports, music, drama, art, cultural clubs, community service organizations. Contact ASB for more information Join Athletics- Fall, Winter and Spring sports (football, field hockey, tennis, cross country, volleyball, water polo, soccer, basketball, wrestling, softball, baseball, track, diving, badminton, swimming) Contact Athletic Director Mr. Crawford in ASB for more information Join Band or Theater Contact Mr. Chambers or Mr. demelo for more information
Club DAY - SeptEMBER 8th
1:1 Chromebooks 9th Grade Intro lesson 8/21 Distribution and setup 8/22 & 8/23 Insurance http://mhusd.org/technology $35/year
After School Support Homework Center Mon-Thurs 3:15-4:15 Library Math Help Mon-Thurs 3:15-4:15 Classrooms Remember, we have the late bus!
Athletics Eligibility Physicals Tryouts For the latest info, visit http://sobratoathletics.com
Important Dates August 17-1st Day of School August 18 - Back-to-School Dance 7-10pm August 22-23 - 9th gr.chromebook Distribution August 24 - Back-to-School Night 5:30pm October 11 - PSAT (during school day) December 19-21 - Semester 1 Final Exams
Freshman Grades DO Matter!!!!!!!! Make the most of your experience:)
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