Welcome to MAYFAIR HIGH SCHOOL Standard of Excellence, Nothing Less! Future Freshman Parent Night Class of 2022
Introducing your 9 th Grade Counselor Mrs. Julie McIntosh Room 233 Email: JulieMcIntosh@busd.k12.ca.us
Introducing Your Counselors (Grades 10-12) Last Names: A E Mrs. Jasmine Lane 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
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
Today s Objectives Parents will: Learn how your child can get involved in high school Learn to read your child s transcript Understand graduation requirements versus A-G requirements Learn what colleges look for Become knowledgeable about school-to-home communication and classroom support Assist your child in choosing the appropriate classes for high school
Successful students GET INVOLVED!
Mayfair Athletics Contact/check Athletics website for tryouts. Sports class counts as PE credits Monsoonathletics.com
Mayfair Athletics Fall Sports Boys Cross Country Girls Cross Country Football Girls Golf Girls Tennis Girls Volleyball
Mayfair Athletics Winter Sports Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Boys Soccer Girls Soccer Boys Wrestling Girls Wrestling
Mayfair Athletics Spring Sports Boys Baseball Girls Softball Boys Tennis Boys Track and Field Girls Track and Field Boys and Girls Swimming Boys Volleyball Boys Golf
Mayfair Athletics Summer Participation Must graduate from 8 th grade Must be enrolled in the high school
Music Program MARINERS - all girls show choir AUDITIONS: In May during lunch
Music Program SHOWTIME - Co-ed performance choir AUDITIONS: In May - during lunch See Mrs. Holcomb Room 803
Music Program No auditions needed for the following courses: Women s Chorus Music Appreciation Beginning Band Beginning Strings Guitar I (must provide own guitar)
Jazz Band/ Marching Band Color Guard/Drill Team
Marching Band Band Camp
Marching Band Home & Away Games
Marching Band Field Shows
Marching Band Field Shows
Marching Band Parades / Field Reviews
Marching Band Parades / Field Reviews
Marching Band Disneyland
Come join the Mayfair High School Monsoon Marching Corps!
Drama Program 2018-19 - 1st Quarter: 12 Angry Jurors - 2nd Quarter: Children's Theater or Public Service Play (Title TBA) - 3rd Quarter: Musical (Title TBA) - 4th Quarter: One Act Festival (student written and student directed short plays)
Drama Production - Hold Me
Drama Production - Grease
Drama Collaboration - Drama students perform plays written by Creative Writing students
Come join the Drama Program!
Mayfair Academic Program (MAP) Pass a writing assessment in the Spring 3.6 Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) as of 1 st semester of 8 th grade and maintain in high school Desire and motivation to participate in a challenging program Must complete 5 Advanced Placement (AP) courses before graduation A MAP Parent meeting will be held once students are selected for the program Mr. Jacobsma Room 610
Associated Student Body (ASB) ASB is a dedicated student body that helps contribute to the prosperity of Mayfair. There is an election process. ASB is an elective class during the school day.
Drama Club VIDEO CLUB Eastern Horizons KEY Club Pep Squad Leo Club Pacific Islanders Environmental Science Club Chess ASB Animation Dance Club Young Black Scholars (YBS) California Scholarship Federation (CSF) Go Club History Club Marching Band Filipino Club Latino Club L.A.F.F/Best Buddies R.O.C.K Club Yearbook
Take Career-Related Courses! Afterschool Career-Related classes Register online at www.calaps.org Transportation provided to Somerset or Lynwood High Schools Open to 9th grade students!
CTE PATHWAYS
CTE PATHWAYS (continued)
CTE PATHWAYS (continued)
CTE PATHWAYS (continued)
Career Exploration - Naviance - Career Inventories - Career Series - Visit the College & Career Center
Students will receive their 8th grade Transcript The only credits that transfer to HIGH SCHOOL are: Integrated Math 1 and/or World Language 1A & 1B **With a grade of C or better! **Only if courses were taken at Mayfair Middle School.
8th Grade Transcript Placement in Math and Science classes are based on current grades from each semester. Students must earn a C or better to move on to higher level math/science courses
Refer to handout
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 10 credits Physical Science 1 year 10 credits Additional year math or science 1 year 10 credits Fine Arts OR World Language 1 year 10 credits 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
High School Credits Every Course Each Semester = 5 credits Yearlong courses = 10 credits (5 per semester) Credits are a part of permanent record based on grades F s = No credit in High School!!!
What if my child FAIL a class? F s = ZERO credits SUMMER SCHOOL 5 Week Program Can make up 3 courses (or 15 credits). CREDIT RECOVERY (11 th & 12 th only) Can make up courses during 0, 7 th or 8 th period Many F s could mean ALTERNATIVE PLACEMENT (i.e. Somerset Continuation School)
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 world history, cultures and historical geography and one year of U.S. history, or one-half year of U.S. history and one-half year of American government or civics. b. English Four Years College preparatory English that integrates reading of classic and modern literature, frequent and regular writing, and practice listening and speaking.. c. Mathematics Three Years (Four Years Recommended) Algebra 1 (Integrated Math 1), Geometry (Integrated Math 2), Algebra II, and Advanced math. Courses taken in 7 th and 8 th grades may be considered. d. Laboratory Science Two Years Laboratory science providing fundamental knowledge in at least two of the three disciplines of biology, chemistry and physics. 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 Dance, music, theater or the visual arts.. g. College-Preparatory Electives One Year Any additional courses (not previously listed) included in the UC a g list. Years Required 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years
Mayfair HS - Sequence of Courses Grade 9 English 9 Health/Geog Integrated Math 1/higher Earth Science or Biology PE Elective English 11 US History Math Science Elective Elective 10 credits 5/5 credits 10 credits 10 credits 10 credits 10 credits Grade 10 English 10 World History Math (based on transcript) Science PE Elective Grade 11 Grade 12 10 credits 10 credits 10 credits 10 credits 10 credits 10 credits English 12 Government Economics/Elective Math OR Science Elective Elective 10 credits 10 credits 10 credits 10 credits 10 credits 10 credits 10 credits 10 credits 5/5 credits 10 credits 10 credits 10 credits
4 year Academic Plan In their Naviance acccount Students will meet with Mrs. McIntosh next year to do a 4- year Academic Plan based on their goals after HS Naviance Course Planner will verify that students have all graduation + a-g requirements See back of your Handout for sample Academic Pathways
What Colleges Look For? Take Rigorous courses and do well in them! Take Math/Science all 4 years! Take Honors/AP courses Take a-g courses Get Excellent grades!! Earn a 3.0 or above every year (avoid C or lower) Take College Entrance exams Take the PSAT (grades 9 11) Take the official SAT/ACT in Spring of 11th grade BE A WELL-ROUNDED STUDENT!!! Activities, Leadership and Community Service GET INVOLVED!
Honors and AP Courses Honors courses are rigorous high school courses designed to prepare students for the pace and complexity of college level courses (AP) AP (Advanced Placement) courses are RIGOROUS, fasterpaced college courses that prepare students for an AP exam AP Tests in May (must pay for in advance) Scores of 3, 4, 5 may waive college level courses Successful students may have at least a 3.5 GPA Mandatory Summer Assignments Attend the AP meeting/honors meeting late-may/early- June. Check school website, curriculum handbook or contact AP instructor.
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
Parent Teacher communication is the KEY to Success!
School to Home Communication Parent Resource Center (room 300) Coffee Hours First Friday of every month 9 10am Mini-workshops on various topics : (ex: Financial Aid, College Applications, Home/School Support) Notifications via phone message/website Report Cards mailed home every 5 weeks School Marquee & Website: www.mayfairmonsoons.org
School to Home Communication Blackboard Connect (automated) Message goes to Primary Phone Number Receive Information about : School news/parent workshops/events Attendance Upcoming tests/quizzes Behavior Positive reinforcement
Suggestions for SUCCESS! Parent Teacher communication is KEY!! Syllabus Read and sign the first week of school (keep a copy) Check if teachers have a website or Remind App Email Phone calls Face-to-face appointments Check website & parent portal for links to Teacher emails & tutoring information www.mayfairmonsoons.org
Purchase a planner and USE IT!! MHS planner = $8.00 Do Weekly Progress Reports!! Available on THURSDAYS in the High School Office Must pick up between 7:15 am 7:24 am
School to Home Communication Parent Portal Current grades (most up-to-date!) Teacher s Gradebook Attendance Transcripts Student Portal Accounts can be set up, too! Check out the Grades APP on iphone; for Android: search AERIES grades
Freshmen PREVIEW DAY Turn in required forms Take ID card picture, check out books Purchase items (planner, PE Clothes, ASB card, etc.) Preview & Lock your Fall schedule Change classes with Counselor ( take a number format / lines) Tuesday, August 14 8am-1pm
Link Crew Freshman transition program
What is Link Crew Each Freshman will be assigned to a group which will have two upperclassmen who will act as guides and supporters throughout the year. Freshman Orientation Wednesday, August 15 Students will meet their leaders and groups and participate in a number of activities
Course Request Forms Circle required courses on the front Check to make sure you meet the prerequisites Make sure you have enough courses to make a total of 6 periods! Registration Dates Fong - Tues 4/17 Lopez Wed 4/18 Caron - Mon 4/23 Reynolds Fri 4/27
1. English English 9 English 9 Honors*** Mandatory Summer Reading for Honors English 9: Meetings and/or prepared handouts that outline summer reading assignments are made available in the spring preceding the class, are available during summer through our front office, and are posted online by the last day of school before summer at http://mhssummerhomework.blogspot.com. No written homework is required over the summer, but students should take notes and be prepared for an exam covering the reading the first week of school. Students who do not pass the summer reading test have the option of being transferred to English 9. ***I UNDERSTAND THAT HONORS & AP COURSES (IF SELECTED) MAY HAVE A SUMMER ASSIGNMENT AS A MANDATORY REQUIREMENT UPON ENTRY: (Student Signature Required): For summer work, please check website: http://mhssummerhomework.blogspot.com/
2. Social Science World Geo (1 sem) & Health (1 sem) OR AP Human Geography (1 year) Recommended: Students who pass the AP Human Geography exam may receive college credit. Therefore, the course models college level work in both content and pacing. It is recommended that students have met or exceeded standard on the CAASP in English/Language Arts. Students must complete a summer assignment.
3. PE Physical Education 9 0 Period PE 9-12 If interested in: Marching Band Colorguard Pep Squad Athletics You must tryout first and make the team, coaches will submit rosters Must maintain a 2.0 GPA
4. Math Core Math 8 OR Math 8 Integrated Math 1 (IM1) IM 1 Integrated Math 2 C s or better both semesters of IM 1 Honors Integrated Math 2 A s in IM 1 or teacher recommendation
5. Science Earth Science Biology Prerequisite: Must earn a B or better in 8th grade science and have an 8th grade science teacher recommendation. Honors Biology Prerequisite: This course is primarily intended for Advanced Science students - teacher recommendation and a C or better in 8th grade math course. Summer Study Guide: Summer study is required to prepare for the fall semester. See instructor for further details. Summer assignment can be found at http://mhssummerhomework.blogspot.com.
Electives Choices Circle 4 electives. Number them in the order of preference. Courses that are underlined require instructor approval and/or pre-requisites. 4 3 2 1 See Curriculum Handbook for descriptions and pre-requisites.
The Curriculum Handbook can be found on the web! http://www.mayfairmonsoons.org/ Click on: Academics then 2018-2019 Curriculum Handbook
Important Notes Honors/AP Courses may have MANDATORY SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS OR READINGS SEE Curriculum Handbook/ MHS Website for more information. SPORTS/Athletic Periods will be determined by Coaches Roster in the beginning of the school year. CHOOSE WISELY! Yearlong elective courses are ALL YEARLONG!! Zero period starts at 6:15am