American High School provides a learning environment that challenges students to reach their academic, civic, and social potential in a diverse community so they may become participating and cooperative members of society. American High School 9 th grade presentation 2012

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What is expected on MAZE day… MAZE is a critical part of the beginning of the year. All needed paperwork mailed to you will be returned on MAZE day. School photos will be taken Purchase ASB cards Purchase year book Purchase Eagle Planner Pick out a locker and purchase a lock. Sign up for clubs & activities Pick up schedules

American High School Link Crew. Our Mission: The mission of Link Crew is to create a motivating environment for the new Freshman class each year. Who we are: Link Crew leader are upper class students who are trained to assist Freshmen in learning how things work at AHS and help them become successful high school students. What we do: Link Crew students remain connected to Freshman throughout the year, creating social activities and events that help freshmen assimilate into AHS. SO…..Please encourage your Freshmen student to participate in Link Crew’s orientation at the beginning of the school year, take part in activities, and enjoy the ability to ask questions about our school without fear. It’s A Good Thing!

Activities on Campus Over 60 different clubs Dances ASB Spirit Week Lunchtime Rallies Tutoring (After School) Sports (GPA requirements 2.0) Drama Productions (GPA requirements 2.0)

American High School Athletics FallWinterSpring FootballBasketballBadminton Cross-CountrySoccerBaseball GymnasticsWrestlingGolf Tennis (Girls)Softball Volleyball (Girls)Swimming Water PoloTennis (Boys) Cheerleading (all year) Track & Field Volleyball (Boys)

Required Subjects for Graduation English …………………………………………………………….. 40 Math ………………………………………………………………… 30 Science ……………………………………………………………. 20 Social Science ………………………………………………….. 30 Fine Arts/ World Language.……………………………….. 10 PE ……………………………………………………………………. 20 Health ………………………………………………………………. 5 Comp Ops/Geography/Media Arts - IT……………………. 5 Electives…………………………………………………………… 70 Total………………………………………………………………… 230

Freshmen Class Choices 1.One ENGLISH class English 9, English 9 Honors, RSP English, SDC English, ELD (1), ELD (2), OR ELD (3) 2. One SCIENCE class Biology, Biology H, OR SDC Biology 3. One MATH class Algebra 1, Geometry, Geometry H, RSP Math, SDC Math OR Higher 4.One PE class PE 1, Modified PE, Marching Band (4 semesters = 2 years) 5.One HEALTH/COMP class Health AND Computer Operations, OR Media Arts/IT, OR Geography OR Introduction to Design (PLTW), OR SDC Health/Geography 6.One ELECTIVE class Project Lead the Way (PLTW: Intro to Design); Fine Arts: Drama 1, Art 1, Guitar 1, Choir 1, Band 1, Sculpture 1; World Language: French 1, 2, 3; Chinese 1, 2, 3; Spanish 1, 2, 3, Spanish for Native Speakers; Leadership, Peer Resource 1, AVID; ROP: Computer Animation, Business Ownership, Marketing, Careers in Hospitality & Marketing Pathways: Engineering, Information & Communication Technology, Biotechnology, Graphic Arts, AVID

American High School Graduation Requirements 230 Units 5 Credits = 1 semester class F grade = not passing zero credits earned 60 credits = 1 year of classes Algebra 1 California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) 40 Service Hours

GRADE 9 1. English 9 2. Geometry (or higher) 3. Biology (or higher) 4. Physical Education 5. Health/ Computer Op 6. World Language level 1 (or higher) GRADE English Algebra 2/Trig. (or higher) 3. Integrated Sci./Chemistry (or higher ) 4. Physical Education 5. World History 6. World Language level 1 (or higher) GRADE English Pre-Calculus (or higher) 3. US History 4. Physics (or higher) 5. World Lang level 3 (UC rec.) 6. Fine Art (a-g) GRADE English Economics/Government 3. Calculus/Statistics (or higher 4. College Prep Elective 5. College Prep Elective 6. College Prep Elective What Might It Look Like?

Pathways to Consider Engineering (PLTW) (9) Introduction to Design (10) Principles of Engineering (11) Digital Electronics (12) MVROP Biotechnology (9) Biology (10) Biotechnology (11) Biochemistry (12) Biotech MVROP Graphic Arts (EXAMPLE) (9) Computer Ops (10) Comp. Animation (11) 3-D MVROP (12) Gaming MVROP Info & Comm. Technology (w/ CISCO SYSTEMS) ( 9) Media Arts (10) Comp. Support Spec. 1 (11) Network Engineering (12) Comp. Support Spec. MVROP

Algebra Graduation Requirement Requirements may be satisfied in Junior high school or Senior high school. Successfully completing a full year of Algebra I.

California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) Student must take the exam during Spring of their 10 th grade year The exam consists of two parts : English Language Arts and Mathematics If not passed, student must only repeat the un-passed portion of the exam. CAHSEE is offered every year after 10 th grade until both sections are passed.

40 Hours of Community Service Every student must complete 40 hours of service learning hours by graduation. Hours start the first day of high school. What counts for hours? Only pre-approved hours count. Non-profit organization Check the school website for options Check with the Service Learning Coordinator (Ms. Johnson) in room 307 for more information.

How to catch up, if you have fallen behind? FUSD Summer School (no more than 10 credits per summer) FUSD Adult School (must be 16 years old to attend) PASS Program/Cyber High (credit recovery at AHS) Robertson Continuation High School (Alternative HS placement) Other viable options

College Prep Requirements California State Universities University of California Private Institution

University Requirements UC and CSU require courses from the a-g list 4 year colleges required “C’s” or higher in a-g coursework Private college requirements may differ (check with individual colleges) Tests: SAT Reasoning or ACT

PSATSATACT Prepare students for the SAT exam Anyone may take the exam Only juniors may compete for the National Merit Scholarship Test is given in October of each year. Writing Math Critical Reading English Math Reading Science Writing test

A-G course requirements for the University of California Class NameRequirementsRecommendation English4 Years Math3 Years4 (Pre-Calculus) Lab Science (Bio & Chem) 2 Years3 (Physics) World Language2 Years3 Social Science2 Years Visual & Performing Arts 1 Year College Prep Elective1 Year2 years for UC

AHS Advanced Placement& Honors Classes SubjectAPHonors EnglishEnglish 11English 9 English 12English 10 Social ScienceEuropean History American Government Economics Fine ArtStudio Art World LanguageFrench 4 & 5 Spanish 5 MathStatisticsGeometry Calculus ABAlgebra 2/Trig Pre-Calculus ScienceBiology Chemistry Environmental Physics

Honors & AP pre-requisites Honors: Gate Identified Enrolled in honors courses in junior high. Scored advanced on CST’s/STAR test in subject of interest Score “A” or “B” in the previous subject course (prior year) Advanced Placement: Anyone may take an AP course Teacher recommendation Must meet prerequisite for the class of interest.

University of California California State University California Community Colleges Selection: Top 12.5% HS grad. Top 9% class of 2012 Programs: Undergrad. & Grad. Students :220,000 Campuses: 10 Estimated Cost: $8,720 for tuition & fees: $13,225 room & board; $1,700 for books & supplies Selection: Top 33% of HS graduates Programs: Undergrad. Grad. Students: Over 450,000 Campuses: 23 Estimated Cost: $4,155 for tuition & fees; $9,382 room & board; $1,525 books & supplies Selection: All HS grads. Adults 18 or older Programs: 2Yr. AA-VP- certificates-transfer UC/CSU Students: Over 2.6 million Campuses: 110 Estimated Cost: $660 for tuition & fees; $1,350 for books & supplies 62% attend CSU’s 30% attend UC’s

Specialized programs & trade schools ROP: Regional Occupational Program. (High School Program) –Fire Technology –Auto Body Painting –Digital Sound Design –Culinary Arts –Just to name a few….. Technical Schools: –DeVry –SVC –Heald College –WyoTech Fremont Construction trades MVROP: (Adult Program) –Arts, Media & Entertainment Tech –Building Trades –Health Science and Medical Technology –Transportation Technology Advantages Enter the work force sooner Entry level training and skills Competitive salary for expert training Scholarships available

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Colleges encourage you to do more than just study… Get involved in school activities Get involved in community activities Keep track of awards and honors your receive Make it a priority to be WELL ROUNDED! Have a great summer…. We look forward to seeing you next year!

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