Academic Overview 11th & 10th Grades Classes of 2019 and 2020

Academic Guidance Counselors Mr. Ralston 9th Grade Advisor Ms. Philipose A-F Ms. Snider G-M Ms. Domian N-Z Visit your Counselor – Before School, Brunch, Lunch & After School, or contact by email or voice mail.

College & Career Center College Speakers Scholarships PSAT/SAT/ACT Information Naviance Career & College System Academic Awards Available @ Brunch, Lunch & After school Ms. Edwards College & Career Counselor

Graduation Requirements English 40 credits World History (10th) 10 credits U. S. History (11th) 10 credits Government (12th) 05 credits Economics (12th) 05 credits Science 30 credits Mathematics 30 credits Foreign Language 10 credits Fine Art 10 credits Physical Education 20 credits Electives 60 credits ------------------------------------------------------- Total 230 credits Completion of Algebra 1

UC/CSU College Entrance Requirements A- G Requirements Subjects Minimum Requirements of College Preparatory classes A. History/Social Science 2 years: World History, U.S. History/Government B. English 4 years: College Prep English C. Math 3 years of math. 4 years is highly recommended Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II D. Laboratory Science 2 years of lab science. 3 years is recommended Biology, Chemistry or Physics, etc. E. Language other than English 2 years same language, 3 years is recommended. French, Spanish, ASL, etc. F. Visual/Performing Arts 1 year of a college prep course from Art, Dance, Music, or Theater (drama) G. College Prep. Elective 1 year of a college prep electives ex: Earth Science, Economics, etc. Test Requirements SAT or ACT

“New” A-G Graduation Cord Seniors who meet the A-G course requirement Red, White and Blue cord will be worn at graduation CVCHS will provide the cord Check Power School for eligibility

High School Requirements VS College Entrance Requirements (A-G) Grades: C’s or higher Math: Algebra II or higher Foreign Language: at least two years of the same language College Admissions Tests (SAT / ACT)

“D” Grades Planning on applying to a 4 year University? Must repeat course Recommend to repeat before your senior year if possible Why? To secure/meet your A-G requirements To possibly raise your GPA prior to the application process See your Academic Guidance Counselor for more information.

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How many honors/AP courses may a student take? High school students may take as many honors/AP courses as they wish! When calculating the GPA to determine if a student's eligibility meets/exceeds the minimum GPA requirement, UC and CSU: limit the number of “honors” points to 4 courses (8 semesters), with no more than 2 courses (four semesters) from 10th grade.

College Bound Student Athletes Register for NCAA!!!!! Eligibilitycenter.org Complete a total of 16 Core Courses in: English, Math, Science, Social Science, Foreign Language 10 of the 16 core must be completed prior to Senior year Earn a 2.3 GPA (in your 16 core) for D1; 2.2 GPA for D2 SAT/ACT Scores: send scores to code 9999 Not all courses are approved for NCAA-work with your Academic Guidance Counselor Need to repeat a class? See your Academic Guidance Counselor for options.

Life After High School

Careers, Education, & Income Source: US Dept Careers, Education, & Income Source: US Dept. of Labor 2016, Median Wage Industry Area Career Education Average Income California Healthcare Radiologic Technician Community College/Vocational $76,060 Nurse Bachelors-Masters $90,860 Business Marketing Manager $164,850 Financial Manager Bachelors $152,650 Engineering Civil Engineer $104,570 Computer Systems Analyst $101,440 Criminology Forensics Science Technician $80,150 Police Detective Bachelors/Police Academy $100,360

Top 8 Paying Vocational Careers Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2016, median pay. Top 8 Paying Vocational Careers Air Traffic Controller $122,410 Fire Fighting Supervisors $74,540 Dental Hygienist $72,910 Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ultrasound) $69,650 Web Developer $66,130 Multimedia Artist $65,300 Electrician $52,720 Plumber $51,450

California’s 4 Systems of Education Community College 4 Year Universities / Colleges Community Colleges CSU’s UC’s Private Colleges

University of California NUMBER OF CAMPUSES: 10 – Only 9 Open to Freshmen REQUIREMENTS: A-G Requirements 3.0 Academic GPA or Higher SAT Reasoning or ACT Exam w/writing Extracurricular Activities Personal Insight Questions (Essay) WHAT THEY OFFER: Bachelor’s & Master’s Degrees Law, Medical, Doctoral Degrees

Get Involved Clubs Programs Drama, Choir, Band, Link Crew Athletics, Cheer Leadership Community Service Morning Bulletin Enrichment Opportunities

Benefits Community Service We strongly encourage all students to collect hours of community service for the following reasons… www.volunteereastbay.org Benefits Scholarships Resume Letters of recommendation List volunteer work on college applications Give back to the community Julie Berggren

California State University NUMBER OF CAMPUSES: 23 REQUIREMENTS: A-G Requirements 2.0 Academic GPA or Higher CSU Eligibility Index—GPA and SAT/ACT scores SAT Reasoning or ACT Exam WHAT THEY OFFER: Bachelor’s Degrees: 4 year degree Master’s Degrees: 2 more years

CSU Campuses Early Assessment Program-CAASP CSU Campuses: EAP (Early Assessment Program-CAASPP) Program is changing! The CSU's current English Placement Test (EPT) and Entry-Level Mathematics (ELM) tests will be retired. Will expand use of multiple measures in the placement of freshmen students, including but not limited to: High school grades(and any collegiate grades) and GPA ACT and SAT scores Advanced Placement test scores CAASPP scores Program specifics will be released early 2018.

Private & Independent Colleges NUMBER OF CAMPUSES: 76 REQUIREMENTS: Will Vary by Campus Most will Require A-G Requirements Most will Require SAT or ACT WHAT THEY OFFER: Bachelor’s & Master’s Degrees Law, Medical, Doctoral Degrees

Out of State Colleges 3,400 Higher Admit Rates Graduate in 4 years NUMBER OF CAMPUSES: 3,400 REQUIREMENTS: Will Vary by Campus Most follow A-G Requirements Many require an essay Most will Require SAT or ACT WHY OUT OF STATE Higher Admit Rates Graduate in 4 years Cost Scholarships WUE – Western Undergraduate Exchange (Reduced Tuition)

Choosing your Campus Location!!!!!!! Major/Program courses offered in specific major(s) Go on campus housing size What’s available on campus Explore the city/town Distance/travel from home Cost/affordability Visits your junior year!!!

PSAT (National Merit 11th Grade) Register Now @ Treasurer’s Office or Online thru web store @www.claytonvalley.org Cost $25 Print your receipt at home and Bring to Treasurer office to pick up “study guide” If you are on Free/Reduced lunch go office 12 in Student Services to get a fee waiver. Test Date: Saturday - October14th Time: 8am – 12 noon /CVCHS Location: Classrooms Deadline to sign up is October 9th Only offered one time a year – take it NOW

College Admissions Tests SAT www.collegeboard.edu SAT test: English, Math, Writing ACT www.actstudent.org ACT test: English, Math, Writing, Science Recommend taking first time spring junior year. Can retake fall senior year for score improvement. Free & Reduced Lunch program are eligible for free or reduced PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP exams, college application fees.

SAT & ACT Test Prep ACT Boot Camp - 10/21 & 10/22 Sat & Sun. 9am to 1pm @ CVCHS, $175 ACT Boot Camp - 3/24 & 3/25 Sat & Sun. 9am to 1pm @ CVCHS, $175 SAT Boot Camp - 4/28 & 4/29 Sat. & Sun. 9am to 1pm @CVCHS, $175 Register for Boot Camps @ www.catalystprep.com NAVIANCE FREE TEST PREP

California Community Colleges NUMBER OF CAMPUSES: 112 REQUIREMENTS: 18 or High School Diploma Apply & Register for Classes WHAT THEY OFFER: Transfer Options: UC/CSU/ Other Colleges AA/AS degrees (2 year) Vocational Training Certificate Programs

Vocational/Trade Schools WyoTech Nearly one-third of the fastest growing occupations will require an associate degree or a postsecondary vocational certificate.

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Resources claytonvalley.org Communicate with your teachers! Ask for help, attend office hours/tutoring times Email/contact teachers PowerSchool & Schoology—check assignments and grades regularly College & Career Center Brunch/Lunch/After School College speakers, college information, testing (SAT/ACT), scholarships NAVIANCE-college/career program College search, careers, majors

Naviance Enrichment programs (11th & 12th) Scholarships (12th) Career assessments (9th) Four year A-G academic plan (9th, 10th, 11th) College/Job resume (10th) College Search (11th) Build College list (11th) College Visit sign up (11th & 12th) Saint Mary’s College Fair May 5th Enrichment programs (11th & 12th) Scholarships (12th) Monitor your college applications (12th)