Freshman Parent Night Class of 2022 www.pacificamariners.com The Secrets We Want You to Know to Succeed in high school ! !

We Are Here for you! Administration Team Counseling Team Mr. Osborne: Principal Mrs. Bartlett: Freshmen ** Mr. Duggan: (10-12) A - L Mr. Hansen: (10-12) M - Z Counseling Team Mrs. Campos: A - E Mrs. Molina: F - L Mrs. Alaniz: M- Rh Mrs. Le: Ri - Z

Teens Top 7 Personal Concerns Understanding Freshmen! Teens Top 7 Personal Concerns From: Teen Trends: A Nation in Motion R.W. Bibby & D.C. Posterski Self-image/looks Losing friends Not being understood by parents What to do after graduation/future Not having enough time Financial issues Pressure to do well academically

Freshman Year Tasks Get involved! Join clubs, sports, and/or community programs that interest you. Earn a high GPA; set reasonable yet challenging goals Avoid being absent and if you are, make-up the missed work right away! Start learning about college (www.californiacolleges.ed; www.cappex.com) Keep track of your involvement and accomplishments. MAKE SUMMER COUNT: summer is your chance to get ahead by volunteering, enrolling in summer programs, making up “D’s”, etc.

High School at-a-Glance   Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 English Eng.1P/ Eng H Eng 2P/ Eng 2H Eng 3P/AP Lang ERWC/AP LIt Math Algebra Geometry Algebra 2 Trig/Stats Science Biology P/H Physical Sci/ Chemistry P/H AP Bio; AP Chem; Physics; AP Physics B &C ; Anatomy; Social Studies AP Human Geo(optional) World History P/H/AP US History P/AP Civics/Econ P/AP World Language Spanish 1 Spanish 2 Spanish 3 Spanish AP PE PE/Sports Elective Electives Health/Elective Total # Credits 60 Classes: 6 per day Semesters:2 per year (8 total) (quarter grades are not posted) Credits:30 per sem/60 per year Graduation Credits: 220

A-G and District Graduation Requirements Subject A-G Requirements Graduation Requirements A History/Social Science 2 years 3 years B English 4 years 4 years C Mathematics 3 years (4 recommended) D Laboratory Science 2 years (3 recommended) E World Language (WL not required) 2 years of PE F Visual/Performing Arts 1 year 1 year of Fine/ Applied Arts G College Prep. Electives 62.5 elective credits & 2.5 credits of Health Education A high school diploma will be granted to all students who have: Acquired 220 units of credits meeting graduation requirements State Universities, Cal State Universities (CSU) and Universities of California (UC), require a certain number and sequence of courses, which are called the A-G requirements. Students must pass these courses with a C or better in order to be eligible to apply to a CSU or UC.

Honors and Advanced Placement Classes Participate in college-level studies while the students are still in high school. Earn college credit by passing the AP exams. Earn weighted (higher) GPA credits by earning a C or higher in these classes. Honors and AP courses require more time, effort and commitment.

What’s a GPA? A = 4 B = 3 C = 2 D =1 F = 0 Add 4 + 2 + 2 + 3 (it equals 11) Then divide by 4 That means your GPA for that semester is a 2.75 Your GPA is CUMULATIVE, which means your final senior GPA includes grades from freshman year or earlier. A GPA is your grade point average; the average of all the grades you have earned divided by the number of classes you have taken. A = 4 B = 3 C = 2 D =1 F = 0 If you earn these grades for example: A, C, C, B

The Importance of Your GPA A GPA is the single most important factor that colleges look at for admissions. A high GPA can make you eligible for more scholarships and for college honors programs. A low GPA can make you ineligible to play sports both in high school and in college (Must have at least a 2.0 GPA to participate in sports in high School).

Parent and Student Portal Assignment Break-down Parent and Student Portal Teacher (you can email teachers from here) Missing assignments

Do you have questions about your student’s progress in class? Principal -Consult s with freshmen team & parents. -Consults with DO and facilitates solution. Assistant Principal -Contact/meet with parents, student, and teacher -Consults with counselor and principal -Facilitates solution Counselor -Will meet with student/facilitate intervention -Attend/facilitate parent-teacher meeting -Consult with AP and /or arrange parent/teacher meeting Teacher(s) - Contact teacher via phone or email - Teacher will address concern/provide feed back -Teacher will set up parent conference and could invite counselor, if needed Start here 

Study Tips Attend class every day If you are absent ask teachers for the missed work right away. Use your student agenda daily! Have a designated study area set up at home away from distractions Schedule study times Check student portal and Google classroom regularly. Create flashcards or other study aids Have a partner quiz you Ask questions about anything you don’t understand Get additional support from your teachers during their office hours. Get a good night’s sleep (8-9 hours) When testing, check your answers, if you have time

Praise efforts, NOT JUST accomplishments! Parents: Study Tips Over dinner, talk about what they learned in classes today Become a study skills expert; Google “Study Skills” or “Test Taking Tips” or “Test Anxiety” Be aware of how much time your child spends on homework Help with time management and organizational skills Find a dedicated place to do homework in the house; it should be comfortable, free of distractions, well lit and stocked with paper, pens, pencils, crayons, etc. Many parents find it best if computer access is in a public place in the home Check your parent portal and call or email teachers when your child is struggling Praise efforts, NOT JUST accomplishments!

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Your student can: CaliforniaColleges.edu Parents Can: Is an online platform designed to help your child plan and prepare for college and their future career. Your student can: Complete activities that matches their goals and interests. Search and save careers, colleges, majors, and scholarships. Plan high school courses and monitor completion of A-G course requirements, as well as CSU and UC eligibility. Apply to colleges and track submissions. Launch the Federal Student Aid Application (FAFSA). Store college application essays and other important documents. Parents Can: View student’s activity on the platform. Learn information to support student career exploration, college and financial aid planning, and application processes. College and Career Units: High School 101/Cal Colleges: 11/9-11/30. High School Planning Cal Colleges: (2/4-2/8) 2019-2020 Class Registration: (March & April)

Extra-Curricular Activities The importance of: Exposure to different activities and talents Enhances college applications Learn responsibility, time management skills Allows students to connect and network with other students and/or community members

Extra Curricular Activities Clubs Key Debate Club Academic Decathlon Associated Student Body Student Council Student League World Languages Clubs Sports Clubs Water Polo Basketball Football Swimming Tennis Soccer Baseball Visual and Performing Arts Band/Orchestra Chorus Drama Dance Piano Guitar Photography

Beyond High School

UC admissions statistics for Freshman Class of 2017

Independent Colleges, Universities, and Out of State Colleges CALIFORNIA PRIVATE COLLEGES: There are 76 independent colleges/universities Chapman University, Concordia University, Loyola Marymount, Pepperdine University, Stanford University, University of Southern California, etc. Out of State: Harvard, Princeton, Yale, etc. Applications available at: : http://www.aiccu.edu/ Estimated Costs 2017-18 With Parents On-Campus Fees/Tuition $32,405 $32,100 Books and Supplies $1,650 Room and Board $4,401 $13,070 Miscellaneous $4,300 $3,650 Estimated Costs $42,451 $50,470

College Athletes http://www.ncaa.org/ Student Athletes: WWW.NCAA.ORG NCAA CLEARINGHOUSE INFORMATION FOR: Division I Division II Division III Complete 16 core courses: 4 years of English 3years of math (Algebra 1 or higher) 2 years of natural/physical science (including one year of lab science if your high school offers it) 1 additional year of English, math or natural/physical science 2 years of social science 4 additional years of English, math, natural/physical science, social science, foreign language, comparative religion or philosophy

  SAT ACT Why Take It Colleges use SAT scores for admissions and merit-based scholarships. Colleges use ACT scores for admissions and merit-based scholarships. Test Structure Reading Writing & Language Math Essay (Optional) English Science Reasoning Length 3 hours (without essay) 3 hours, 50 minutes (with essay) 2 hours, 55 minutes (without essay) 3 hours, 40 minutes (with essay) 5 reading passages 4 reading passages Science None 1 science section testing your critical thinking skills (not your specific science knowledge) Covers: Arithmetic Algebra I & II Geometry, Trigonometry and Data Analysis Geometry and Trigonometry Calculator Policy Some math questions don't allow you to use a calculator. You can use a calculator on all math questions. Essays Optional. The essay will test your comprehension of a source text. Optional. The essay will test how well you evaluate and analyze complex issues. How It's Scored Scored on a scale of 400–1600 Scored on a scale of 1–36

Sources of Financial Aid Federal government State government Colleges and universities (scholarships) Private agencies, companies, foundations, or your parents’ employers

Preparing for College at the High School Level Work Hard Develop good study skills. Know the difference between graduation requirements and college admission requirements (A-G requirements). Take university required courses (A-G requirements). Pass A-G courses with a “C” or better. Maintain a high GPA. Get Involved Join an athletic team, service club, cultural and/or other school organization. Become involved in volunteer work and/or community service. Plan Ahead Be aware of college application deadlines. Do your best in the PSAT. Register for admission tests (SAT and ACT). Establish and/or continue a savings account. Apply for financial aid and scholarships.

Seal of Biliteracy Requirements: Special recognition given to students in 12th grade who demonstrate proficiency in English and in a Language other than English. Requirements: Demonstrate Proficiency in a Language Other Than English 4 year course of study Minimum 3.0 GPA in Language Courses or AP World Language or AP World Literature Test Score of 3 or higher Complete all HS Requirements SBAC ELA score of 3 or higher AP English Language or Literature score of 3 or higher Minimum 2.0 GPA in English courses

Internet Resources College Entrance Financial Aid California Colleges www.californiacolleges.edu The College Board www.collegeboard.com ACT/College Net www.act.org Know How 2 Go www.knowhow2go.org CA Education Roundtable www.certicc.org Peterson’s Guide to College www.petersons.com Cappex www.cappex.com Financial Aid U.S. Dept. of Education www.studentaid.ed.gov The College Board www.collegeboard.org Electronic FAFSA www.fafsa.ed.gov FinAid: SmartStudent Guide www.finaid.org FastWeb www.fastweb.com

Parent Resources OC-LINKS (Mental Health Resources) (855) 625-4657 WWW.ochealthinfo.com/oclinks National Suicide Prevention 24-hour Hotline (800) 273-8255 Crisis Text Line: Text 741-741 Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ Support) (866) 488-7386 NAMI-OC Warm Line (Mental Health Resources) (714) 991-6412