9 th Grade Parent Orientation

Parent/Student Portal Provides real time attendance and access to teacher gradebooks Your login information transfers from middle school to high school. If you are new to the portal, please contact Peggy Morgan (ext 61941)

HIGH SCHOOL GRAD REQUIREMENTS 3 years Social Science ( World History or AP European History, US History, and Govt./Econ) 4 years English 2 years Math (must include Algebra 1) 2 years Science ( 1 year Physical Science and 1 year Biology) 1 year Fine Art 2 years Physical Education 1 year Practical Art (requirement waived if three years of foreign language are completed) 1 year Health / Careers Additional credits as needed to complete a total of 230 credits. Service learning : 10 hours CAHSEE Math and English

Our Goal: Qualify Students for California Four Year Universities Cal State Universities Cal State Universities ( 23 campuses) ( 23 campuses) University of California University of California ( 9 campuses) ( 9 campuses)

Successful completion of the “A – G” requirements qualifies you for a California Four Year University (CSU/UC) How are the A – G requirements different from BUSD High School Graduation requirements? – World Languages:Students need to successfully complete two years of World Languages courses with a “C” grade or better. – Mathematics: Students need to successfully complete an additional third year of math with a “C” grade or better. – Science: Students need to successfully complete a Chemistry or Physics class in addition to Biology (Please note: Geoscience does not count for A – G Science credits) In addition…. All academic coursework must be completed with a minimum of a “C” grade Cal State Universities require a minimum of 2.0 academic GPA University of California require a minimum of 3.0 academic GPA Students must take the SAT or ACT exams.

Tips for Student Success Tips for Student Success Freshman year: -Focus on academic GPA -Complete 10+ Service Learning Hours -Get involved in clubs / organizations Attend school on time and regularly. Use respect when dealing with teachers, peers, and others in positions of authority. Stay organized by using a planner to keep track of assignments, homework, and projects. Be proactive about academic success. – CSF Tutoring begins around Week 5 in the Library after school: – Days & times to be announced. The tutoring will be in all subject areas.

Who should you contact with Academic Questions or Concerns? Step 1: Contact the teacher/coach of the class in question: – Dial & the teacher’s extension. – Teachers’ s/phone extensions listed on Step 2: If the issue is not resolved after communication with teacher, contact your student’s counselor.

To obtain missed work due to an EXCUSED absence: – Contact the teachers directly by phone or We encourage students to their teachers for make-up work. – Check teacher websites, if available. – If absent for 3 days or more: Contact the counseling assistants at ext or How to obtain make-up work?

Social Media and School Students who post pictures, comments or other information on social media sites, which are felt to be bullying or threatening will receive school-based consequences. Consequences may include suspension from school or possible legal action via Burbank Police Department.

Last Names A – L Thursday, August 6 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. Last Names M – Z Friday, August 7 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. What should students bring the day of orientation? – Completed enrollment paperwork – Backpack to carry textbooks home – Money for ASB Cards ($40), Student Store Apparel (PE Clothes), etc. – Photo order form (if purchasing pictures) What will happen on orientation day? – Students receive their initial schedule of classes – Meet fellow classmates and staff members – Participate in a pep rally led by our ASB – Get a tour of the campus – Receive a student ID card – Sit in on an informational presentation about the school Freshmen Orientation (Students Only)

Thank You For Coming….. Counselor Case Loads: Rob Feiner A – Cutone Sheila Masters Cyr – Helfrich Les Cohen Helm – Melgar Hung Truong Melito – Rodriguez Jennifer Sohn Lim Rogers – Z Jodi Levy A – Z (Intervention) *Please verify your student’s counselor when they bring home their schedule on the first day of school.