Class of 2018 Senior Parent Meeting Intro of Counselors and overview of evening Senior Parent Meeting

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Senior Counselors A-Gn Angelica Haro Go-O Korrie Gallardo P-Z Laura Rheault

High School Graduation Requirements English 40 credits Math 30 credits Science 30 credits History 30 credits P.E. 20 credits World Lang./Art 10 credits Electives 70 credits Laura

Credit Recovery Fresno Adult School Fall: September 5th- November 8th Winter: November 27th- February 28nd Spring: March 12th- May 23rd Bullard Credit Recovery APEX & Edgenuity Online Program 1st- 7th period at Bullard High Placement determined by counselor Notification of start date and room will be sent to your student and a school messenger will go home.

College Options Community College California State University (CSU) University of California (UC) Private or Out of State Universities/Colleges Multiple options after high school.

Community College Prepare students to transfer to a 4 year institution or technical training Several steps to fully matriculate outlined on handout Application steps takes place @ BHS Fresno City College, Clovis, Reedley and Madera are all under the umbrella of SCCCD. One application for all, they will come to Bullard to do all the matriculation steps with the students. We encourage all students to do an application whether it is their first choice or a backup plan.

FCC/Clovis Honors Programs Need a 3.5 GPA & SAT/ACT to apply Fresno City College application due Dec. 1 Clovis Community College application due Feb. 2 Honors program includes priority registration, accelerated curriculum, special transfer counseling, and recognition on transcripts Honors 3.5 of higher, SAT/ACT score and need letter of recommendation. This is a separate application due Dec 1 for FCC and Feb 2 for Clovis Community. please don’t wait until the last minute to ask for a letter of recommendation.

Vocational Training Vocational Training programs are available at Public and Private Community Colleges. Fresno City College has over 100 vocational and academic programs where students can earn an Associates degree or certificate, allowing them to enter the workforce. Another option for students who want to get training, earn a license or certificate in a specific field. Over 100 programs to choose from. An example is Mechanics, Dental Hygenisit, Paralegal, Electrician, Computer Tech, etc…

4 Year Colleges/Universities California State University (CSU) University of California (UC) Independent/Private & Out of State Colleges

Must have a ‘C’ or better in each course A-G Requirements A - History/Social Science- 2 years required 2 Years of history/social science, including 1 year of World History, Cultures of Geography; and 1 year of U.S. History or ½ year of U.S. History and ½ year of American Gov’t/Civics B - English –4 years required 4 years of college preparatory English. Students may only use 1 year of ELD C - Mathematics- 3 years required, 4 years recommended 3 years of college preparatory mathematics that include the topics covered in Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II. D - Laboratory Science- 2 years required, 3 years recommended. 2 years lab science, including at least 2 of the 3 foundational subjects of Biology, Chemistry and Physics E - Language other than English – 2 years required, 3 recommended 2 years of the same language other than English F - Visual and Performing Arts– 1 year required 1 yearlong approved arts course from a single VPA discipline: dance, drama/theater, music or visual art G - College Preparatory Electives– 1 year required 1 year (two semesters), in addition those required in “A-F” above. Must have a ‘C’ or better in each course College Entrance Requirements

CSU Admissions Requirements 23 Campuses Take the SAT or ACT Apply online by deadline: November 30, 2017 (Application opens October 1st) Application Fee: $55 no letters of recommendation and no personal statement are accepted CSU requires students to meet the a-g requirements and take the SAT or ACT regardless of your gpa. Students apply online and do not do essays or letters of recommendation. Counselors will be leading college application workshops throughout the Fall to assist students. Please have them contact their counselor if they need additional help.

UC Entrance Requirements 9 Campuses Applicants must earn a minimum 3.0 GPA in A-G classes SAT and/or ACT Application Fee $70 Deadline November 30, 2017 Application requires completion of personal insight questions No letters of recommendation accepted The UC application is currently open but students cannot submit until Nov 1. The deadline is November 30, no late application will be accepted. Students need to complete the personal insight questions and we will be offering assistance throughout the Fall application workshops. Students cannot subit any letters of recommendation to the UCs

Applying to college Social Security number Unofficial transcript ACT/SAT/AP scores- 4 year only Parent citizenship status Student citizenship status Payment method- 4 year only Parent income It is important that students have all this information before they come to the application workshops. They cannot submit an application without it. If you can assit your student in collecting their SS#, the school does not have this on file and we do not keep this information for them.

Factors to consider when choosing a college… Cost Location Size Athletics Student Supports Academics/Major Social Opportunities Size- What is the total student population? How big are the typical freshman classes? Location- How far is the college from home? Is it in a rural, urban, suburban setting? Academics- What majors are available? What is the academic reputation of the college? Social Opportunities- What clubs and teams are available? Are there fraternities and sororities? Options to study abroad? Cost- What is the total cost of attendance, including tuition, room and board, books? What kind of financial aid is available?

Private Universities/Colleges 77 Private Universities/Colleges in CA Vary in size, prestige, and cost Accept High School Graduates and Community College Transfers Typically requires letters of recommendation (counselor and teacher) & SAT/ACT

Over 500 universities in the U.S. accept the Common Application 125 of those universities are “Exclusive Users” of the Common Application Workshops will be offered at Bullard outlined in handout Most private schools accept the Common App. You can do all of your private schools in one application. The fee waiver is built into the application. Students need to invite their counselor and teachers through the common application to fill out their letters of recommendation and other required info. Please do this early and have your student confirm with their counselor and teachers that they have received the email to login.

Upcoming SAT & ACT Registration Dates ACT Dates Test Date Deadline October 27 September 27 November 4 October 25 December 2 November 21 SAT Dates Test Date Deadline October 7 September 8 November 4 October 5 December 2 November 2 Test Date Deadline October 27 September 27 November 4 October 25 December 2 November 21 T sat.collegeoard.org All seniors were given the opportunity to take the SAT during the Spring. If your student wants to retake the test or didn’t take it yet they need to check the deadline of the schools they are applying to. It is generally in December. Some UCs will also ask students to take subject exams depending on the school and major. Students can sign up to test online.

Paying for College FAFSA application opens on October 1 FAFSA Priority Deadline is March 2 Student & Parent needs FSA ID Scholarships websites listed on handouts Go to BHS Guidance website for more scholarship info Paying for college can be stressful. We highly encourage you to have you student fill out a FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) even if you don’t think you will qualify for a Cal Grant. Many scholarships and other college programs will require students to have a FAFSA on file and your student can qualify for low interest loans. If you have an emergency or someone loses a job your student will need one on file to get assistance. What we need parents to know is, first, you and your student should sign up for a FSA ID. This is how you electronically sign your FAFSA. Second, students need to have their Social Security number, we do not have it on file. Third, you should attend our FAFSA info night and Cash 4 College night if you need information or assistance with the FAFSA. Students should also be signed up for scholarship searches online and be checking bhsguidance.com for other scholarships we receive for posting.

Military Students should take the ASVAB See Mr. Madden in the Career Center for more information

Visit www.eligibilitycenter.org NCAA Visit www.eligibilitycenter.org If you think your student is college eligible to play a sport they should be registered with the NCAA now. Please have them see their counselor for support.

Second Semester Highlights Acceptance letters from Colleges/Universities Sending Letter of Intent to College of Choice (usually May 1) Orientation/Registration for college Transcript Requests for college Spring Senior Parent Meeting re: activities & expectations Janessa

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