1. Sophomore Presentation
A-E Ms. Yun
F-LON Ms. Dillon
LOO-RN Ms. Webb
RO-Z Mr. Young
College/Career Counselor Mr. Elizondo
Intervention Counselor Ms. Lozano

2. Start Game

3. Why is Sophomore Year Important?
Colleges start calculating grades received in the 10th grade for college admissions.
They calculate: Summer + 10th Grade + Summer + 11th Grade + Summer
Start practicing to take tests required for college admissions
PSAT or Pre-ACT
All sophomores will be taking the PSAT district-wide October 19th.
Will include Geometry and some Algebra 2
This is a junior level test, but great practice for sophomores
Will get personalized practice recommendations through Khan Academy.
Fitness Test Requirement
Will take again if student did NOT pass

4. Things to Focus on Sophomore Year
Challenge Yourself. Do more than the minimum. Consider H/AP courses.
Continue involvement in activities on and off campus
Consider assuming more responsibilities or leadership roles in clubs/organizations.
Build relationships with your teachers.
Start thinking about careers that interest you.
Research Career and Colleges
Naviance, College Visits, College/Career Fairs
Check out College and Career Center

5. Keeping Your Grades Up! Advocate for yourself - Communication
Show up and participate
Practice and apply what you are learning
Don’t give up!

6. Honors and AP Courses Faster pace, more challenging
CSU & UC schools only – Extra grade point for a grade of C or better
A maximum of 8 extra points allowed for approved honors and AP level courses.
If you take an AP level class you are expected to take the AP test
As you choose your Honors/AP classes, be realistic about what you can handle.

7. Making Up Classes
If repeating D’s during the school year, this can ONLY be in math and foreign language. In all other subjects, D’s are considered passing for HS graduation.
Must have failed a core academic course required for graduation to have it built in to their schedule.
Repeating Courses and GPA calculations

8. Planning Ahead Research careers and colleges through Naviance
Make your best effort to excel in all your classes this semester
Plan for college testing and course selection
Attend college representative presentations
Join or create a club that you’re passionate about
Look into volunteer opportunities
Look into activities for next year that you’re interested in
Visit colleges so you know what to look forward to
Participate in job shadowing