1. Welcome Class of 2018

2. Counselors Ms. Choi: A-Da Mrs. Coleman: De-H Mrs. Nedwick: I-Mo
Mr. Ireta: Mu-Se and ELD
Mr. Napora: Sh-Z

3. Contacting Your Counselor
Your counselor is available to support you with
Academic Planning and Course Selection Guidance
College and Career Planning/Preparation
Social/Emotional Support and Intervention
How to contact your counselor
Visit your counselor during daily walk-in times, before school, during lunch, or after school. This method is best if you have a concern or question that can be addressed quickly.
Make an appointment in the Counseling Office with Mrs. Smilor or Mrs. Jimenez. This method is best if you have a concern or question that may take more time to address.
For an urgent matter which requires immediate attention and cannot be addressed through the other methods, you may come in to see your counselor anytime. Please first check in with your teacher and the Counseling Secretary.

4. Visit the NPHS Counseling Website

5. Tips for 10th Grade Students
Develop effective study skills
Time management
Identify and utilize efficient study methods that work for you
Seek help when needed and access academic resources
(attend teacher tutoring hours, form study groups, consult with counselor)
Maintain good grades
Your grades should be an accurate reflection of your abilities.
Reasonably challenge yourself, but be careful not to take on more than you can handle
Monitor your grades
Communicate with your teachers
Regularly check your grades using Q
Maintain a healthy lifestyle
Successful students get adequate sleep, eat nutritious foods, and have a balance between their home, school and social lives!

6. Stay Informed
Listen to Bulletin announcements & check the NPHS Counseling Website and Calendar of events
Read the Naviance , Panther Tale
Get involved in school activities (clubs, athletics, etc.)
Get to know your teachers, see your counselor and ask questions
Register and use Naviance!!!

7. GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Credits (230)
Courses (requirements by subject)

8. NPHS Graduation Requirements
SUBJECT
Credits
Terms
ENGLISH
40 Credits
4 Terms
SOCIAL SCIENCE (World, US, Gov/Econ)
30 Credits
3 Terms
MATHEMATICS *
SCIENCE (1 Life, 1 Physical)
20 Credits
2 Terms
VISUAL PERFORMING ART or a F.L.
10 Credits
1 Term
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
HEALTH
5 Credits
1/2 Term
ELECTIVES
75 Credits
TOTAL
230 Credits ***
*Must pass Algebra 1 (requirement can be met in 8th grade but middle school classes do not count toward 30 high school math credits)
*Must pass the California High School Exit Exam (Language Arts and Math)

9. Flow chart links Math http://nphs.org/counseling/math.htm Science
_ pdf
Art
ction.pdf

10. ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPT
Cumulative GPA (Grade point average earned for all high school courses-including foreign language in the 8th grade)
Scholastic Transcript (Unweighted GPA excluding PE or Athletic PE)
Weighted GPA
A=5 B=4 C=2 D=1 H/AP/IB classes on the transcript…weighted GPA will not be ranked.

11. RANK IN CLASS
Rank in class The Conejo Valley Unified School District no longer reports Rank In Class on the Academic Transcript.

12. NPHS Four year College Requirements
SUBJECT
Credits
Terms
ENGLISH
40 Credits
4 Terms
SOCIAL SCIENCE (World, US, Gov/Econ)
30 Credits
3 Terms
MATHEMATICS (at least Algebra 2)
SCIENCE (1 Life, 1 Physical- Chemistry Required for UC’s)
20 Credits
2 Terms
VISUAL PERFORMING ART
10 Credits
1 Term
WORLD LANGUAGE (30 RECOMMENDED)
ELECTIVES
Highly recommended to go above and beyond required classes
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (Graduation Requirement)
HEALTH (Graduation Requirement)
5 Credits
½ of a Term
“A-G” includes College Prep and higher level courses
All courses must be completed with ‘C’ grade or higher. CSU/UC approved course list for NPHS is available online at or on Counseling Website

13. Post High School Options
Gap Year
-Travel
-Volunteer
4 Year College/University
Work
Community College
Career/Technical Schools
Military

14. College and Career Center in
Student Services
Mrs. Ricafort and Mr. Colangelo in the College and Career Center are available to answer college and career related questions and assist you with Naviance
Room B-1
Computers are available for college and career research
Catalogs, CDs, and various other materials from colleges, summer and gap year programs, etc. are available
SAT/ACT/PSAT/AP flyers, guides, and prep books are available

15. COMMUNITY COLLEGES 107 Campuses
No specific course requirements must be met prior to entrance
SAT/ACT tests are NOT required
Transfer Program to UC’s/ CSU’s/ Independent Colleges (TAG)

16. 4-Year University Options
California Public Universities
-California State Universities (CSU’s)
23 CSU campuses
-University of California (UC’s)
9 UC campuses
Out-of-State Public Colleges & Universities
Private Colleges

17. Cal State Universities (CSU) Admission Requirements
Fulfill the minimum A - G subject requirements
Fulfill the examination requirement
ACT or SAT Reasoning Exam (CSU does not require the score from the Writing section)
Admission is determined by an eligibility index

18. University of California (UC) Admission Requirements
Fulfill the minimum A-G subject requirements
Fulfill the examination requirement
SAT Reasoning or ACT with Writing
SAT Subject exams are not required, but may be submitted if they add value. Visit the UC website for more information.
Admission is determined by Admission Index & Comprehensive Review. All campuses use the same 14 factors to evaluate applications but may apply them differently and make admission decisions independently. Be sure to review the process of each campus.

19. Private/Out-of-State University Admission Requirements
Admission requirements vary by institution, but most follow similar UC/CSU guidelines in terms of subject requirements and examination requirements
Students must check with the individual college’s admissions office or visit the college’s website to determine their current admission requirements

20. NAVIANCE An interactive college and career preparation site
Connects with the Common Application
Helps you develop resumes, offers tips for essays, etc.
Allows you to maintain contact with your counselor as you go about the college search and application process
Offers a customized scholarship search for NPHS students
Naviance link:

21. ORIENTATION AND REGISTRATION
Video presentation dates are EITHER 2/15 OR 2/16.
Registration dates (with counselors) are 2/21-2/27.

22. REGISTRATION
NPHS counselors will individually, with the student present, review the COURSE REQUEST FORM in our offices.
Your child’s paper application, with parent signature, and the Academic Transcript will be present to assist all present to make the best choices.

23. COLLEGE TESTING PSAT (Oct. 2015) SAT Reasoning Test
SAT Subject Tests (2 different subjects)
ACT

24. COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
College Speakers
Financial Aid
Catalogs
Career Development Speakers
Employment Opportunities
PSAT, SAT, ACT Information

25. Majors Program Arts, Media and Communication Business
Engineering and Environment
More information available in the College and Career Center
Health Sciences
Industrial Technology
Public Human Services
See Mr. Colangelo
Room B-1

26. SPECIAL INTEREST AREAS
Co-Curricular Participation (2.0 grade point average required)
Regional Occupational Program
Work Experience
Adult Education
Summer School
Community College Courses
School-To-Career Information
A lot to Offer- GET INVOLVED!

27. THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING THIS AFTERNOON
NPHS COUNSELING STAFF