1. Class of 2020
Welcome Class of 2012
Home of the Eagles

2. People who can help you ! Academic Guidance Counselors
Mr. Ralston
9th Grade Advisor
Mrs. Reyes-Nungaray
A-F
Ms. Snider
G-N
Mr. Hamilton
O-Z
Visit your Counselor – Before School, Brunch, Lunch & After School. Contact by or voice mail

3. College & Career Center College & Career Counselor
People who can help you!
College & Career Center
Academic Awards
College Speakers
Scholarships
PSAT/SAT/ACT
Naviance - College & Career Program
Available Brunch, Lunch & After School
Ms. Edwards
College & Career Counselor

4. Important Staff People who can help you! Mrs. Herrera Mr. McMorris
Student Services
Guidance Technician
Dr. Day
School Psychologist
Mr. McMorris
Director of Guidance

5. Director, Curriculum & Culture Director, Attendance & Discipline
People who can help you!
Dr. Gaffney
Interim Principal
Mrs. Kumar
Director, Curriculum & Culture
Mr. Stewart
Director, Attendance & Discipline

6. To graduate from CVCHS students must:
Graduation Summary
To graduate from CVCHS students must:
1. Complete 230 semester credits in the specific subject requirements.
Each semester class is worth 5 credits and students are enrolled in
30 credits of coursework each semester.
Students should strive to earn 60 credits per year.
2. Pass and complete Algebra I

7. CVCHS Graduation Requirements
English credits
World History (10th) 10 credits
U. S. History (11th) 10 credits
Government (12th) 05 credits
Economics (12th) 05 credits
Life & Physical Science 30 credits
Mathematics 30 credits
Physical Education 20 credits
Foreign Language 10 credits
Fine Arts credits
Electives credits
Total credits

8. UC/CSU College Entrance Requirements A- G Requirements
COURSES
Minimum Requirements of College Preparatory classes
A. History/Social Science
2 years: World History, U.S. History/Government
English
4 years: College Prep English
C. Math
3 years of College Prep Math. 4 years is highly recommended:
Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II
D. Laboratory Science
2 years of lab science. 3 years of lab science is recommended:
Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Language other than
2 years same language. 3 years is recommended.
* Students with competency in a language other than English may qualify for an exemption.
F. Visual/Performing Arts
1 year of college prep course from
Art, Dance, Music, or Theater
College Preparatory
Elective
1 year of college prep electives
Test Requirements
SAT or ACT

9. High School Requirements VS College Entrance Requirements
Grades (C’s or higher)
Repeat policy
Math (Algebra II or higher)
Foreign Language (minimum of 2 years of the same language)
Admissions Tests- SAT/ ACT

10. “New” A-G Graduation Cord
Starting with the graduating class of 2017
Seniors who meet the A-G course requirement
Red, White and Blue cord will be worn at graduation
CVCHS will provide the cord

11. Be Proactive About Your Grades!
Communicate w/your teachers!!!
Attend their tutoring times
(before school, lunch or after school)
Office Hours = Tutoring! (2:30-3pm)
Study! (Friend/Group/Library)
Peer Tutoring-Library After School
Actively check your status on
PowerSchool!

12. Become Part of CVCHS Be ACTIVE on campus Clubs Athletics Programs
Band, Choir, Drama
Leadership, Link Crew (10th/11th/12th )
Peer Tutor
Community Service
Meet new people
Make it your home

13. Why Study Beyond High School?

14. Education and Average Salary
Education Level
Average Yearly Salary
High School/ No Diploma
$23,400
High School Diploma
$30,400
Associates Degree (2 years)
$38,200
Bachelor’s Degree (4 years)
$52,000
Master’s Degree (post-graduate)
$62,300
Doctorate (post-Master’s)
$89,400
Professional
$109,600

15. Bachelor’s Degrees- Worldwide
Source: National Center for Education Statistics
Bachelor’s Degrees- Worldwide
1. Business Education
2. General Studies
4. Psychology
3. Social Science and History
8. Engineering and Technology
5. Health Professions
7. Visual and Performing Arts
9. Communications & Journalism
10.Computer & Information Science 8 1 10 6 9 4 5 2 7 3

16. Top 7 Paying Vocational Careers
Aircraft Controller
$108,040
Commercial Pilot
$67,700
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
$68,560
Aircraft Mechanics
$64,380
Auto Insurance Appraisers
$56,230
Fire Fighting Supervisors
$68,240
Radiation Therapist
$74,980

17. Naviance Four year academic plan Career assessments College/Job resume
College admissions information
College Visit sign up
College Search
Scholarships
Enrichment programs
Monitor your college applications

18. California’s 4 Systems of Education
Community College
4 Year Universities / Colleges
Community Colleges
CSU’s
UC’s
Private Colleges

19. University of California
NUMBER OF CAMPUSES:
10 – Only 9 Open to Freshmen
REQUIREMENTS:
A-G Requirements
3.0 Academic GPA or Higher
SAT Reasoning or ACT Exam
Extracurricular Activities
Personal Insight Questions (Essay)
WHAT THEY OFFER:
Bachelor’s & Master’s Degrees
Law, Medical, Doctoral Degrees

20. California State University
NUMBER OF CAMPUSES: 23
REQUIREMENTS:
A-G Requirements
2.0 Academic GPA or Higher
CSU Eligibility Index—GPA
and SAT/ACT scores
SAT Reasoning or ACT
WHAT THEY OFFER:
Bachelor’s Degrees: 4 year degree
Master’s Degrees: 2 more years

21. Private & Independent Colleges
NUMBER OF CAMPUSES: 76
REQUIREMENTS:
Will Vary by Campus
Most will Require A-G Requirements
Many require an essay
Most will Require SAT or ACT
WHAT THEY OFFER:
Bachelor’s & Master’s Degrees
Law, Medical, Doctoral Degrees

22. PSAT Preliminary SAT (Practice) Will prepare you for the SAT
Register next year! (10th/11th)
Test Administered month of October ONLY

23. California Community Colleges
NUMBER OF CAMPUSES:
112
REQUIREMENTS:
18 or High School Diploma
Apply & Register for Classes
WHAT THEY OFFER:
Transfer Options: UC/CSU/ Other Colleges
AA/AS degrees (2 year)
Vocational Training
Certificate Programs

24. Vocational/Trade Schools
WyoTech
Nearly one-third of the fastest growing occupations will require an associate degree or a postsecondary vocational certificate.

25. Military of the United States

26. Are you READY! Get involved Get Good Grades Be proactive
Activities, clubs, sports, community
Get Good Grades
Be proactive
tutoring, talk to teachers, come to school and ask for HELP!
Explore college/major/career searches
NAVIANCE and
Dream BIG and Plan for tomorrow