Welcome CVHS Parents, Class of 2018! Citrus Valley High School School Year Bernie Cavanagh, Principal Curtis Marcell, Assistant Principal Stephanie Lock, Assistant Principal Wes Cullen, Assistant Principal

Parent Night Agenda General Session Welcome - Bernie Cavanagh, Principal Welcome - Bernie Cavanagh, Principal C.L.A.S.S. C.L.A.S.S. The Four A’s The Four A’s The High School Day The High School Day Counselor Presentation Counselor Presentation Graduation Requirements Graduation Requirements College Admission Requirements: A-G’s College Admission Requirements: A-G’s 9 th Grade Registration Information 9 th Grade Registration Information Summer School Summer School Co- and Extra-Curricular Activities Co- and Extra-Curricular Activities Break-Out Sessions Break-Out Sessions

CLASS Character - Doing what is right, always doing your best Character - Doing what is right, always doing your best Leadership - Being a positive example for others, influencing others in a positive way Leadership - Being a positive example for others, influencing others in a positive way Attitude - Everything you do is shaped by your attitude….Good attitude-good results, bad attitude-bad results Attitude - Everything you do is shaped by your attitude….Good attitude-good results, bad attitude-bad results Scholarship - Being a student, preparing for the future after high school Scholarship - Being a student, preparing for the future after high school Service - Giving back to others, showing gratitude Service - Giving back to others, showing gratitude

The Four A’s Academics Academics Arts Arts Athletics Athletics Activities Activities

The High School Day Non-Block Days Non-Block Days Mon./Fri. (7:30-2:30) Mon./Fri. (7:30-2:30) Collaboration Day Collaboration Day Tues. (8:30-2:30) Tues. (8:30-2:30) Block Days Block Days Wed./Thurs. (7:30-2:30) Wed./Thurs. (7:30-2:30) The first day of school is Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Counselors Mrs. Scott x 34150A – Del Mrs. Scott x 34150A – Del Mr. Barba x 34159Dem – Hernandez, G. Mr. Barba x 34159Dem – Hernandez, G. Ms. Garcia x 34151Hernandez, H. – Mir Ms. Garcia x 34151Hernandez, H. – Mir Mrs. Farley x 34152Mis – Sal Mrs. Farley x 34152Mis – Sal Mr. Wood x 34157Sam – Z Mr. Wood x 34157Sam – Z Mrs. Schessler x EL Coordinator Mrs. Schessler x EL Coordinator Walk-in meetings are available most days before and after school as well as during lunch. Walk-in meetings are available most days before and after school as well as during lunch. To make an appointment, see a counseling office secretary before school, during lunch, or after school and she will write out a pass for a specific time and date. Show your teacher the pass on that date to be released to go to the office for your visit! To make an appointment, see a counseling office secretary before school, during lunch, or after school and she will write out a pass for a specific time and date. Show your teacher the pass on that date to be released to go to the office for your visit!

High School Graduation Requirements English40 credits English40 credits Math20 credits Math20 credits Social Studies30 credits Social Studies30 credits Science20 credits Science20 credits PE20 credits PE20 credits Foreign Lang./Fine Art10 credits Foreign Lang./Fine Art10 credits Health 5 credits Health 5 credits Electives80 credits Electives80 credits 10 Credits = 1 Year Must also pass CAHSEE Total: 225 credits

Academic Area High School University of California Cal State University Community College Private Colleges 225 Units Upper 9%: Most Competitive Upper 33%: Competitive Most Difficult Very Difficult Moderately Difficult Minimally Difficult Non-Competitive English 4 Years (40 Units) 4 Years 1. Four-Year Degree Transfer Recommended strongest possible preparation. 2. Assoc. of Arts Degree *Business*Science*Astronomy*Psychology*Telecommunications*Aeronautics*Electronics *Psychiatric Technology *Foreign Language *Pre-Professional School 3. Vocational Certificate Programs *Police Work *Drafting *Medical Secretary *Child Development *Fire Academy *Emergency Med. Tech. *Computer Science *Interior Design *Welding Broad Range of Admissions Standards and Policies Math 2 Years (20 Units) Integrated Math I Integrated Math II Integrated Math III (Recommend 4 or more years) Integrated Math I Integrated Math II Integrated Math III (Recommend 4 or more years) World History & Geography U.S. History Amer. Govt. / Economics 3 Years (30 Units) 1 Year World History and 1 Year U.S. History OR ½ US Hist.AND 1 Semester Am. Govt. OR 1 Semester Econ. 1 Year World History and 1 Year U.S. History and 1 Semester Am. Govt. and 1 Semester Econ. Science 2 Years (20 Units) (Physical 10)(Life 10) 2 Years Lab Science (from core disciplines) (3 Recommended) (3 Recommended) 2 Years Science (1lab) (1 physical and 1 biological) Fine Art or Foreign Language 1 Year (10 Units) 1 Year UC Accepted Fine Art and 2 Years Same Foreign Language (3 Recommended) 1 Year CSU Accepted Fine Art and 2 Years Same Foreign Language (3 Recommended) P.E. 2 Years (20 Units) 1 Year of College-Prep Electives to be chosen from at least two of the following: History, English, Advanced Math, Lab Science, Foreign Language, Social Science, UC Accepted Fine Arts Health ½ Year (5 Units) Required GPA TestsCAHSEE Minimum GPA – 3.3 SAT or ACT Minimum GPA – 2.5 SAT or ACT H.S. Diploma or age 18 Placement Tests See Individual Catalogs Academic Requirements for Citrus Valley High School Graduation and All Levels of College Admission

Common Core Information Meeting February 25 th 6:30 – 8:00 pm Citrus Valley Blackhawk Theater

College Admissions A-G A. History (World, US Hist., Am. Gov’t.)2 years A. History (World, US Hist., Am. Gov’t.)2 years B. English4 years B. English4 years C. Math (Int. Math I – III)3 years C. Math (Int. Math I – III)3 years 4 years recommended 4 years recommended D. Science (Lab)2 years D. Science (Lab)2 years 3 years recommended 3 years recommended E. Foreign Language2 years E. Foreign Language2 years 3 years recommended 3 years recommended F. Visual/Performing Art1 year F. Visual/Performing Art1 year G. College Prep Elective1 year G. College Prep Elective1 year

Working Toward College Admissions In addition to a solid GPA, students interested in attending a 4-year college or university immediately after high school should also: In addition to a solid GPA, students interested in attending a 4-year college or university immediately after high school should also: Participate in extra-curricular and/or co-curricular activities. Participate in extra-curricular and/or co-curricular activities. On campus: sports, ASB, academic decathlon, yearbook, clubs, etc. On campus: sports, ASB, academic decathlon, yearbook, clubs, etc. Off campus: part-time jobs, clubs, youth groups, explorer programs, boy or girl scouts, sports, etc. Off campus: part-time jobs, clubs, youth groups, explorer programs, boy or girl scouts, sports, etc. Community service Community service

Middle School Registration Dates Feb. 24 th – Beattie Feb. 25 th – Clement Feb. 26 th – Moore 3.0 GPA required for entering Level I Foreign Language Honors/AP classes are YEARLONG

Tele-Presence * Latin I

9 th grade schedule English 9 or English 9-Honors English 9 or English 9-Honors Int. Math I or Int. Math I-Honors Int. Math I or Int. Math I-Honors Earth Science or Biology Earth Science or Biology Geography and Health Geography and Health P.E. P.E. Elective Elective

Dates of Attendance: First Semester: June 17-July 3 Second Semester: July 7-23 (no school on July 4th)

Location: Citrus Valley High School only Cost: $220 per semester, includes the $20 non-refundable registration fee. Scholarships: Available for RUSD students who receive the Free/Reduced lunch. Scholarship Application Due Date: Friday, March 7 th by 4 p.m. to the AAA Academy office. 9 th Grade Course Offerings: Health (offered both 1 st and 2 nd semester, 5 credits) Geography (offered both 1 st and 2 nd semester, 5 credits) Art CP (2 semester course, 10 credits) Please visit our website for more information on registration, late fees, scholarships, course offerings, and FAQ’s. Thank you for your interest in our program!

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Conclusion We look forward to many successful years working with you and your student(s) at CVHS! If interested in Athletics, remain in the Theater following this General Session. Tonight’s presentation will be available on our website beginning February 21 st. cvhs.redlandsusd.net cvhs.redlandsusd.net

What is Link Crew? “Transition into high school” program Trains members of the junior and senior classes to be Link Leaders Link Leaders guide freshmen to discover what it takes to be successful during the transition to high school and help facilitate freshman success Structure of program allows freshmen to receive support and guidance on a personal, peer-to-peer level

Who are Link Leaders? Members of the junior and senior classes A cross section of our student body (i.e. leaders from every “group” of student) Students who want to make a difference at our school Link Leaders are trained to… Facilitate small groups Deliver classroom lessons Take responsibility for their own behavior Be positive leaders and role models in all situations—demonstrate CLASS!

Thank you for coming. Have a great night! Stay seated in the Theater for Session 1 if you would like more information about Athletic Programs and eligibility