San Ramon Valley High School Home of the Wolves Welcome! Sophomore Class of 2020 San Ramon Valley High School Home of the Wolves

Tonight’s Agenda Role of the Counselor Important Dates to Remember Graduation Requirements Subject and Credit Requirements Course Selection College Entrance Requirements

Counselors RU – Z Kirsten Drake kdrake@srvusd.net Student Support A – D Jenifer Levy-Wendt Jlevy-wendt@srvusd.net FE– LIL Nancy Conti nconti@srvusd.net LIM – RO Melissa Bergstedt mbergstedt@srvusd.net RU – Z Kirsten Drake kdrake@srvusd.net Student Support Cady Scharff cscharff@srvusd.net Rachelle Goldenberg Part Time Counselor rgoldenberg@srvusd.net

Role of the Counselor To Access your Counselor: The San Ramon Valley High  School counselors strive to assist students in achieving success in all aspects of their lives. Counselors get to know their students in grade nine and remain involved with them throughout high school, providing individual, ongoing guidance on academic, personal, extracurricular, and post-secondary options. To Access your Counselor: Drop-In before or after school, at brunch or lunch By appointment (made during a break, occurring during class) E-mail for quick questions Students are encouraged to direct questions to their individual counselors.

Graduation Requirements Subject Area Credits English 40 Math – must pass Algebra I or equivalent 20 Social Studies 35 Science Physical Education Health 5 Breadth – Must complete 10 credits in two of the following three areas: World Languages Visual & Performing Arts Career Technology/ Applied Arts Electives 80 TOTAL 240

Length of School Day All students must have six classes Per SRVUSD Policy, students must be enrolled in periods 1-6 If available, students may take an “A” period, seventh class

Your Four-Year Plan A worksheet to map a course plan for your four years of high school is available in the High School Course Catalog, located in the Course Selection 2017-2018 tab at www.srvhs.net.

Typical Sophomore Schedule English 10 or English 10 Adv. World History or AP European History Math (recommended) Science (recommended) World Language/Vocational/Fine Arts PE Optional A period to make up credits, take extra class, etc.

Course Selection These are the planned course offerings for 2017- 2018. The entire SRVHS Course Offering Catalog is available online at www.srvusd.net . Click on: Schools – High Schools – High School Course Catalog Please follow guidelines/prerequisites to promote success. Budget and enrollment may impact whether or not these courses are provided.

English English 10 English 10 Advanced * * Sign up only if you have met the prerequisites

Social Studies World History European History AP

Mathematics Accelerated Algebra 2 Algebra I Enriched 1 Geometry Algebra II Accelerated Algebra 2 Advanced Math Topics Pre-Calculus/Trig Pre-Calculus/Trig Honors Calculus Statistics

ACCELERATED ALGEBRA 2 Rigorous fast paced course. Covers Algebra 2 and advanced trigonometric concepts Prepares students for AP Calculus AB and BC Not a weighted grade Open Access Recommended Course Grade A in Algebra 1 A- in Geometry Students who accelerate Geometry through SRVUSD summer course advancement are NOT eligible for Accelerated Alg. 2

Integrated Physical Science Chemistry Chemistry Honors Physics Physics Honors

Life Science Life Science Biology Anatomy/Physiology

Physical Education See Online Course Catalogue for course selections and descriptions. Any student who does not pass 5 out of 6 standards on the CA State Fitness Test must take a PE elective as a sophomore. Results will be available in the Spring.

World Languages French I French II French III French IV Honors French Language AP Spanish I Spanish II Spanish III Spanish IV Honors Spanish Language AP ** Please refer to course prerequisites for appropriate course level selection. **

Visual & Performing Arts 3D Art 1 3D Art 2 Computer Graphic Arts Photography Photography, Advanced Art of Video Production 1 Concert Band Jazz Band (audition) Jazz Band Ensemble (audition) Symphonic Band (audition) Orchestra Dance 1 Dance 2 – 5 (audition) Men’s Ensemble Women’s Ensemble Chamber Singers(audition) Concert Choir (audition) Treble Choir (audition) Oral Interpretation Theatre Arts 1,2 Theatre Arts 3,4 (audition) Theatre Production ** All classes are Year Long. **

Career Technology/ Applied Arts Alt Fuels/Vehicles (year) Auto 1 (year) Auto 2 (year) Auto Tech (year) Building Basic Robots (year) Culinary Arts 1 (year) Culinary Arts 2 (year) Computer 1 (semester) Computer 2 (semester) AP Computer Science Principles Computer Science C++ (vs.NET) AP Computer Science A Digital Arts Design for the Web ** Age restrictions may apply for some classes. **

Electives AVID (year) AVID Tutor Creative Writing (year) Journalism 1 and 2 (year) Publications 1 (year) Advanced Publications 2 (year) Library Services (year) Speech & Debate (year) Unscheduled A Fall (semester) Unscheduled A Spring (semester)

Honors & AP Courses We encourage students to take courses at their level and where they can feel successful We also encourage students to take Honors & AP courses only in areas that interest them Keep in mind the outside commitments that your student may have when enrolling in his/her schedule for next year Create a healthy balance

Course Selection Online Course Selection Wednesday, March 8th – Sunday, March 19th Students will be required to submit: Green Sophomore Course selection sheets with parent signature on or before March 21st to Homeroom Class. Forms will be distributed on March 7th in Homeroom Forms can be downloaded from srvhs.net click on Course Selection 2017-2018.

Questions Regarding Course Selection? Email your counselor with individual questions or, Counselors are available on a “drop in” basis for student questions: A period, Lunch and after School, or for 10 minute individual appointments from February 17 – 28. Parents may attend the individual appointments, as well.

SRVHS Sports Eligibility Participation by Try Outs (except Track & Field, Cross Country, Football and Wrestling) Must have a 2.0 Unweighted GPA in previous semester/quarter Athletic Director: Greg Ochs see website for more information

NCAA For NCAA Eligibility Information : Go to the SRVHS Web Site Click on Athletics Click on NCAA Student Athletes (under Quick Athletic Links) Click on NCAA Eligibility Process (bottom of the page)

Community College Admission Students are eligible if they: Have graduated from high school Have passed the CA High School Proficiency Exam Are 18 years old Students must take entrance assessments in Math, Writing, and Reading Comprehension Counseling Orientation Course Certificate Programs AA Degree Four-year College Transfer

UC/CSU “A – G” Requirements University of California California State University a. History/ Social Science 2 years required b. English 4 years required c. Mathematics 3 years required/ 4 years recommended 3 years required d. Laboratory Science 2 years required/ 3 years recommended e. Language other than English f. Visual and Performing Arts 1 year required g. Electives ** See Online Course Catalogue for further details. **

Additional Requirements University of California California State University SAT with Essay -or- (www.collegeboard.com) ACT with Writing (www.actstudent.org) Depending on major, 2 SAT Subject Tests From different areas Math 1 not accepted Comprehensive Application Review Application Filing Period November 1st – 30th www.ucop.edu/pathways SAT -or- www.collegeboard.com ACT www.actstudent.org October 1st – November 30th for priority admissions www.csumentor.edu

Private and Out of State Colleges Over 3400 colleges in the United States Range in size, type, environment Honor Colleges embedded in large universities Cost: Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE and Merit Scholarships) Cumulative GPA (wtd/unwtd) Grades 9-12 count Own set of “core requirements” similar to UC or CSU depending on selectivity

College & Career Center College & Career Information college rep visits, computer searches, video & college catalogues SAT & ACT Testing Information Scholarships & Financial Aid Information, Work Permits, Job Board, Summer Programs, Internships & Volunteer Opportunities Naviance/Family Connection College and Career Software Program Career Center Coordinators M - Th 7:30 -3:30 Alida Smit: asmit@srvusd.net F Closed Susan Wise: swise@srvusd.net

Upcoming Class Information Meetings AP Euro February 16th at lunchtime (Mr. Melvin) AVID February 16th at lunchtime in R8 (Mrs. Agostino)

Important Dates – Winter/Spring March 8th – 19th Online Registration AND Return Course Selection Sheets, no later than Tuesday 3/21, to your Homeroom Class April 29th , 1:30 – 4:30 pm NACAC College Fair (nacacfairs.org) Cow Palace Arena & Event Center, Daly City May 1st , 6:30 – 8:30 pm Mini College Fair SRVHS Library Information in the Bulletin and College/Career Center May 6th 1:00 – 4:00 pm St. Mary’s College Fair St. Mary’s College, Moraga, CA Summer School at Dougherty Valley H.S. Session A: June 12 - 29 8:00 am – 12:40 pm Session B: June 30 – July 20 Watch the SRV Bulletin for registration info. in mid March

Important Dates – Fall Wolf Pack Days August 3rd and 9th 1:00 – 7:00 p.m. First Day of School! Monday, August 14th (Minimum Day)

Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!