1. SOPHOMORE presentation moorpark & COMMUNITY high school
Counseling Department

2. Who is your School Counselor?
A - Da Mrs. Darcy Demmon
De - Ho Mrs. Alyssa Aguirre
Hr - Mon Mrs. Dyan McIntosh
Moo- R (& ELD) Mrs. Nancy Anaya
S – Z Mr. Alfonso Ruiz
College & Career Specialist Mrs. Madeline Knight

3. Graduation Requirements
Moorpark High School
Graduation Requirements

4. MHS Graduation Requirements “Cap & Gown”
Requirements Credits
English
Social Sciences
Math (must pass Alg. 1 or Math 1) 30
Science PE
Fine Art OR Foreign Language 10
Electives
Includes anything beyond “core” subjects
TOTAL CREDITS

5. Community Service Hours
40 hours are needed by May 25, 2017.
Worksheet & volunteer opportunities on Community Service Board in Counseling Office.
Must be a Non Profit Agency.
Hours must not be part of a class/school requirement.

6. What should I do if I’m struggling in a class?
STEP 1:
Speak directly to your teacher
Listen to what they have to say
Follow through on their suggestions
STEP 2:
If problem hasn’t been solved after Step 1, make an appointment to speak with Counselor
STEP 3:
If further assistance is needed –Your parent may wish to contact teacher & perhaps a conference will be needed

7. 10 Ways to be Successful at MHS
Talk to your teachers.
Make sure you attend each class, EVERYDAY!
Listen in class.
Bring a daily planner to class and USE IT!
Stay on top of grades & assignments by websites “Q” Student Connect & teachers websites.
Get involved at Moorpark High School.
Be an advocate for yourself!
Make good choices.
Log on to Naviance.
Know that people are here to help.

8. IMPROVE YOUR GRADES
Are you giving your best effort, but not seeing grades improve?
Are you unsure how to “study?”
Do you want to learn to study better, not harder?
Do you want to prepare yourself for advanced classes your Junior & Senior years?
Attend MHS’s free Study Skills Workshop
November 2nd / November 9th / November 16th
Wednesdays 8 am – 9 am

9. What if I FAIL(or get a D)? ASK YOURSELF:
Do I need class ONLY to meet graduation requirements?
Do I need class to meet A-G College Admissions requirements?
Do I need class for NCAA College Athletic requirements?
SUMMER SCHOOL & REMEDIATION OPTIONS
WILL DEPEND ON ABOVE

10. APEX Program Applications available in Counseling Office.
Can take up to two classes per semester.
Computer Labs open 3:15 – 5:15 pm- M-F.
Deadline for APEX completion is May 25, 2017.
Priority is given to Seniors & Juniors.
Potential college athletes should not remediate thru APEX (courses not NCAA approved).

11. PLANNING FOR
LIFE AFTER
HIGH SCHOOL

12. ASVAB
Free test given at MHS to 10th – 12th graders October 5th during Periods 1-4
November 2nd during 4th period -Follow up meeting to help interpret scores
Helps identify your interests & gives information on verbal, math, science & technical skills.
After test – Identify the occupations that match your interests.

13. AVID Program National college-readiness program
Goal to increase number of students enrolling in four-year colleges
Focus on organizational & study skills
Assistance with college applications & college fieldtrips
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Application & Interview Required
Zero Period AVID class (7:00 – 7:54 a.m.)

14. Naviance http://connection.naviance.com/moorparkhi To Log In:
User Name: Student ID #
Password: Q Password
Last year you should have completed Strengths Explorer in your CaHist or Health class and this year you should be taking the Career Interest Profiler & reviewing favorites from the Strengths Explorer & Career Cluster in your History class!

15. Options!
Colleges
Interest Surveys
Careers

16. Interest Survey - Strengths Explorer
The Strengths Explorer can ONLY be taken ONE TIME!
Should have taken in Freshmen year.

17. Strengths Explorer Results

18. Career Exploration
Explore Careers
Explore interest areas

19. Types of Colleges

20. The University of California

21. The UC System 9 campuses Highly competitive
Follows A- G guidelines of UC approved courses
Factors in Admission:
Academic rigor of courses completed
UC GPA including all A-G courses completed AFTER 9th grade
College Admissions test scores
Comprehensive Review: 14 Specific factors considered

22. University of California Freshmen Admissions Profiles
UC CAMPUS
OVERALL ADMIT RATE
AVERAGE GPA ADMITTED FRESHMEN
AVERAGE ACT
FRESHMEN
AVERAGE SAT ADMITTED FREHSMEN
COMPOSITE
COMBINED
UC BERKELEY
(CA applicants)
21.3 %
3.89 31
2045
UC DAVIS
42.3 %
4.10 29
1917
UC IRVINE
37.4 %
3.84 26
1767
UCLA
(US applicants)
19 %
76% had >4.30 30
1940
UC MERCED
67.2 %
3.56 22
1507
UC RIVERSIDE
58.3 %
3.61 24
1565
UC SAN DIEGO
33.3 %
4.08
1962
UC SANTA BARBARA
32.7 %
4.02 28
1873
UC SANTA CRUZ
55.7 %
3.85 27
1820

24. The CSU System Eligibility Index Table www.csumentor.edu/planning
23 campuses
Follows A-G guidelines of CSU approved courses
Factors in Admission:
Academic rigor of courses completed
CSU GPA includes all A-G courses completed AFTER 9th grade
College Admissions test scores
Eligibility Index Table

25. CAL POLY SAN LUIS OBISPO
CSU CAMPUS
AVERAGE GPA FRESHMAN
AVERAGE ACT
FRESHMAN
AVERAGE SAT
FRESHMAN 
COMPOSITE
CR & MATH ONLY
CSU BAKERSFIELD
3.21 18
 900
CAL POLY SAN LUIS OBISPO
3.88 20
1234
CAL POLY POMONA
3.42 23
1055
CSU CHANNEL ISLANDS
3.22
 990
CSU CHICO
3.25 21
993
CSU DOMINGUEZ HILLS
3.12 17
851
CSU EAST BAY
3.10 19
914
CSU FRESNO
3.33
900
CSU FULLERTON
3.53
1028
CSU HUMBOLDT
3.20
994
CSU LONG BEACH
3.52 22
 1025
CSU LOS ANGELES
 883
CSU MONTEREY BAY
3.23
 970
CSU NORTHRIDGE
920
CSU SACRAMENTO
3.27
 940
CSU SAN BERNARDINO
895
SAN DIEGO STATE
3.69 24
1112
SAN FRANCISCO STATE
990
SAN JOSE STATE
3.38
 1050
CSU SAN MARCOS
3.19
 955
SONOMA STATE
 993
CSU STANISLAUS
3.26
911
MARITIME ACADEMY

26. Private/Out of State College Guidelines
Admission requirements vary by institution.
Many use A-G criteria. Some require additional Math & Science.
Check admissions tests required.
Most use “committee” type process & comprehensive review.
For highly selective colleges – Strong admissions test scores, rigorous academic load, & many of the factors used in UC Comprehensive Review.
Usually high tuition for Non Residents.
Explore WUE (Western Undergraduate Exchange)- wiche.edu/wue
IMPORTANT
Use Naviance to check individual campuses admission requirements,
testing requirements & deadlines.

27. Admissions
Requirements

28. UC and CSU A-G Subject Requirements
Grades of “D” must be remediated to meet admission requirements. See your Counselor if you have questions.
MHS’s “A-G” course list has been handed out.

29. Practice College Admissions Tests
Practice Tests (September)
PTSA Mock SAT – September 24th
PTSA Mock ACT- September 25th
Practice Tests (October)
PSAT- October 19th
Pre ACT – October 26th
Practice Tests (January)
PTSA Mock SAT – January 14th
PTSA Mock ACT- January 21st
PRACTICE ACT

30. College Athletics

31. College Bound Athletes
NCAA Division I or II eligibility:
Specific courses required
GPA requirement
SAT/ACT score requirement
Communicate interest to Counselor.
Should remediate low grades to improve GPA & meet requirements.
Summer program & courses must be NCAA approved.
Realize recruiting process is not predictable.

32. NCAA www.eligibilitycenter.org

33. NAIA
Typically smaller, private colleges with a focus on student-athletes.
Must meet eligibility criteria.
Use website as resource.

34. Community College

35. Community College Academic Options: Any student may enroll.
Current MHS classes prepare you for rigors of college.
Special Admission for High School Students.
Academic Options:
Transfer to a 4-year Institution
Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) to CSU System
Associate Degree
Certificate of Completion for Vocational Programs
Proficiency Award

36. Community College
Goal to Transfer from Community College to a University?
** Consider Honors Program
Will prepare for transfer to competitive universities.
Make connections with students.
Receive mentoring from staff.
Entrance requirements can be found
on college website.

37. Vocational Education
at MHS

38. HEALTH SCIENCE ACADEMY(HSA)
Application Required
Students interested in Health Science Field
Description of HSA program in Course Handbook
Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
English, Science & History will be HSA
Optional online Medical Terminology Course
Required HSA Elective Junior & Senior years
11th: Sports Medicine & Health Mgmt.
12th: Health Issues/Senior Seminar (Internship)

39. MOORPARK BUSINESS ACADEMY (MBA)
Application Required
Students interested in area of Business
Description of MBA program in Course Handbook
Grades 9, 10, 11 & 12
English, Science, & History will be MBA
Required MBA Elective Junior & Senior years
11th Grade: Intro to Computers & Business
12th Grade: Sports & Entertainment Marketing

40. CEC/ROP Classes New site in Moorpark! Grades 11 and 12
Courses focus on preparing for work or advanced vocational training.
Popular courses: Nursing Assistant/Auto Service/Medical Office Administration/Medical Assistant
Grades 11 and 12
Must have good attendance
Growing number of courses
Some online class options
Meet off campus (Moorpark or Camarillo)
Course meeting days & times vary
Many include a 2nd semester internship
Some courses have limited spots available
Some courses have a prerequisite

41. MHS Career Pathways Performing Arts -Instrumental Marching Band
Orchestra/Strings Ensemble
Music Theory w/Internships (Planned)
Performing Arts- Theater
Musical Show Production
Drama
Advanced Musical Theater w/Internships
Performing Arts – Vocal
Chorus
Advanced Chorus w/Internships

42. Career Pathways Visual & Media Arts – Studio Art Appreciation
Draw & Painting
AP Studio Art w/Internships
Visual & Media Arts – Technology
Computer Graphic Arts
Graphic Arts & Web Design
Advanced Computer Graphic Arts w/Internships
Advanced Web Design w/Internships

43. Career Pathways Manufacturing Games & Simulations
Intro to Game Design
Intro to Game Design II
Advanced Game Design w/Internships
Manufacturing
Technology & the Art of Engineering
Robotics Technologies w/Internships (planned)
Hospitality & Tourism
Introduction to Hospitality & Food Services
Hospitality Management w/Internships (planned)

44. Possible NEW Pathway Introduction to Engineering
Engineering Technology
Introduction to Engineering
Robotics Technologies w/Internships

45. Vocational Options
after High School

46. Vocational Programs at Community Colleges
Ventura County Community Colleges
Each campus offers unique vocational programs.
Moorpark College: Biotechnology, EATM, Exercise Science, Multimedia, Nursing, Criminal Justice
Oxnard College: Auto Body/Fender Repair, Culinary Arts, Dental Hygiene, Fire Technology, Hotel & Restaurant Management
Ventura College: Interior Design, Construction Technology, EMT, Welding, Environmental Horticulture

47. Programs at local Adult Education Centers
Simi Valley Adult Education
Cosmetology
Medical/Dental Careers
Welding
Machinist
Conejo Valley Adult Education
Medical Careers
Computer Technology
Ventura Adult & Continuing Education
Business/Accounting
Medical Office
Digital Multimedia
Oxnard Adult Education
Auto Paint & Refinishing
Auto Service
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dental Assistant
Floral Design
Medical Assistant
Pharmacy Tech
Screen Printing
Upholstery
Welding

48. Programs at Vocational/Technical Schools
Research schools using US Department of Education website (next slide).
Popular programs include:
FIDM
The Art Institute
LuRoss Academy/Paul Mitchell School/Marinello School of Beauty
Adult Education Centers
Simi Valley- Cosmetology
Conejo – Medical Careers
Vocational Schools at College Fair in May.

49. www2.ed.gov/students/prep/college/consumerinfo/index.html

50. Apprenticeship Programs

51. COLLEGE
&
CAREER CENTER

53. Important dates & workshop information is provided to you via:
Junior College Planning Calendar
Flyers/Handouts
Counseling Website
CCC Website
Dialers
Marquee
Please share with parents & attend!!!!

54. Sophomore College Planning Calendar

55. Thank You!
From the MHS Counseling Department