9 TH GRADE SPRING REGISTRATION
Social Science: World Geography, World Cultures, US History, Government/Economics, Health 9 semester credits English 9,10,11,12 8 semester credits Math: Integrated I, Integrated II, and Integrated III 6 semester credits Science: Biology and Chemistry or Physics 4 semester credits 2 years Foreign Language or 1 year Foreign Language & 1 year CTE Class 4 semester credits Visual Performing Art 2 semester credits Physical Education (must pass fitness test) 4 semester credits Electives 7 semester credits Total Required Units 44 semester credits Additional Requirements: 30 hours community service
A) Social Science: World Geography, World Cultures, US History, Government/Economics 2 years B) English 9-12 (ELD 7/8 may apply) 4 years C) Math: Integrated I, Integrated II, Integrated III, Pre-Calculus, Calculus Concepts 3 years D) Science: Biology, Chemistry, Physics (4 yrs recommended) 2 years (3 recommended of Laboratory Science) E) Foreign Language 2 years F) Visual and Performing Arts 1 year G) College-Prep Elective 1 year (3 yrs recommended)
Options after high school?
4-Year University Options California Public Universities (CSU S) 23 CSU Campuses University of California (UC s) 9 UC Campuses Out-of-State Public Colleges & Universities Private Colleges
UCs use 14 different factors when reviewing applicants!! UC Los Angeles University of California, Berkeley
Compact for Success does not guarantee admission for the following majors: Nursing Music Dance Theater Performance High School Compact Benchmarks: *Complete the A-G Requirements *Attain a 3.1 CSU GPA *Take the SAT or ACT exam by November 2018 *Demonstrate college readiness in English *Demonstrate college readiness in Math *Meet all admission and enrollment deadlines
GPAs Overall Weighted GPA - 9th to 12th grades for all classes including all AP/Honors courses CSU GPA - 10th to 12th grade GPA for A-G classes only (Includes 8 AP/Honors courses) *At the time of college applications, only 10th & 11th grades are used UC GPA - 10th to 12th grade GPA for UC approved A-G courses only (Includes 8 AP/Honors courses) *At the time of college applications, only 10th & 11th grades are used Overall Unweighted GPA - All 9th to 12th grade courses not including any extra points for AP/Honors courses 8
How to Calculate Your UC/CSU GPA Grade Steps: Points 1. College Prep/Acc. Courses Honors/AP Courses A 4 5 B 3 4 C 2 3 D 1 1 F 0 0 2. Add the total number of points from all A-G courses Divide the total number of points by the number of A-G courses Chemistry Honors AP World History English P.E. or Health Integrated Math II Spanish 3 B A D A C B GPA = 3.0 4 5 1 ---2 3 15
COURSE SELECTION 1. Research classes before selecting them. Choose your electives wisely! Read the course descriptions to select courses in which you are genuinely interested. 2. Consider your extracurricular commitments (athletics, clubs, community service). Determine that you will have enough time for your courses given the amount of time required for your activities. 3. If you are considering taking Honors or Advanced Placement pay attention to the estimated homework requirement and level of difficulty. 4. Talk to you current teachers and counselor if you have questions about which courses are appropriate for you. Create a balanced year-long schedule that is challenging, but not overwhelming, by selecting courses for which you are 10 adequately prepared.
Course Levels College Prep Meets A-G requirement Accelerated Meets A-G requirement with more rigor Honors Meets A-G requirement with more rigor **Earns an additional point toward GPA for a grade of C or higher Advanced Placement Meets A-G requirement- a challenging academic program designed to provide students with college-level academic courses **Earns an additional point toward GPA for a grade of C or higher
WHY AP? Confidence Develop better study habits, improve your writing skills and sharpen your problem-solving abilities this will give you the confidence to tackle the academic challenges that you can expect in college. Credit Entering college with AP credits gives you time to move into upper-level courses in your field of interest, pursue a double major, or study/travel abroad. Must earn a 3,4,or 5 on AP exam. Depends on the college. College Success Research consistently shows that students who are successful in AP typically experience greater academic success in college than similar students who do not participate in AP.
Tell your counselor Go to www.eligibilitycenter.org to register and make sure you will meet the academic requirements that you need to be eligible to play
PRINCIPAL S HONOR ROLL REQUIREMENTS G.P.A. of 3.75 or higher (overall weighted G.P.A. over 7 semesters, starting in 9th grade through first semester of 12th grade) Students must take at least 2 Advanced Placement Courses within the 4 years of high school. Citizenship requirement: Students can only have one D or F in seven semesters of high school. Community Service requirement: At least 100 hours of community service.
TIPS to be Successful Develop your study skills Practice good time management Identify and utilize efficient study methods that work for you Seek help when needed (attend homework zone, teacher tutoring hours, form study groups, consult with your teacher and counselor) Monitor your grades Communicate with your teachers Regularly check your grades using Jupiter and/or Infinite Campus? Maintain a healthy lifestyle Successful students get adequate sleep, eat nutritious foods, and have a balance between their home, school and social lives Get involved in school activities (clubs, athletics, ASB etc.) Maintain good grades Your grades should be an accurate reflection of your abilities. Reasonably challenge yourself, but be careful not to take on more than you can handle
1. You have a fight with your brother or sister (or parent) before school and now you can't concentrate. What things could you do to either improve your situation or help yourself feel better? 2. Your sports practice goes long one afternoon and now you have no time to study for your test that is taking place tomorrow morning. What things could you do to either improve your situation or help yourself feel better? 3. You get a D on your latest test your grade in the class drops. What things could you do to either improve your situation or help yourself feel better?
COPING SKILLS Ask for help - reach out to someone safe (parent, friend, counselor) Persist - never give up List your options - there are choices in any situation Take good care of yourself- eat right, sleep, exercise Pace yourself- don t procrastinate Set boundaries - say no to protect yourself Time to yourself - set aside time to relax and escape the stress of life Create meaning - remind yourself what you re working towards Get organized - you ll feel in control Set an action plan - be specific, set a deadline and tell someone Focus on the present - what can you do right now in this moment? Reward yourself - find a healthy way to celebrate your accomplishments Self- nurture - do something you enjoy Meditation and Relaxation Techniques Write, Read, Draw
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