1. Welcome to Westmont you will be the Class of 2018 Becoming a Warrior

2. Introductions Counselors Aaron Duron (A-L) Kim Witthaus (M- Z)

3. High School Graduation Requirements English40 Social Science 30 Math 20 Science (2 years)20 Physical Education20 Fine Art *10 Applied Art *10 Foreign Language *10 * 30 units using two categories General Electives60 Total (minimum requirements)220 + California High School Exit Exam

4. College Admission Minimum Requirements: UC and CSU English 4 years History2 years Math 3 years Lab Science ( Bio. Chem/Phys)2 years Foreign Language2 years Visual & Performing Arts1 year College Prep Elective1 year Must earn a “C” or better in all classes SAT or ACT Exams MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

5. Typical 9 th Grade Schedule English Math PE Science Foreign Language\Elective Elective

6. Clubs and Athletics Over 30 Different Clubs 21 Different Athletic Teams Cheerleading, Drama, Color Guard, Link Crew, Peer Trainers, CSF, Robotics Speech & Debate, Leadership

7. Block Schedule

8. Homework Expect homework EVERY DAY for Math, English, Science, Foreign Language (core subjects) Complete A-day homework on A-days and B-day homework on B-days, this allows students to go to study hall with questions BEFORE the homework is due. Use a daily planner, SchoolLoop to keep track of daily assignments and projects and Aeries to track grades and achievement in class.

9. Keep a Daily Planner List all classes, assignments, due dates. Check SchoolLoop for deadlines and daily assignments Plan ahead and build study time into your day.

10. District Transfers Intra-district transfer applications are due March, to the District Office. Applications are available in the Westmont High School main office or CUHSD district office. Inter-district transfers: Students must be released from their home district and complete application process. Students will not be enrolled in classes until transfers are approved by the district office.

11. Thank You and Welcome to Westmont