1. Academic Overview 11th & 10th Grades Classes of 2019 and 2020

2. Academic Guidance Counselors
Mr. Ralston
9th Grade Advisor
Ms. Philipose
A-F
Ms. Snider
G-M
Ms. Domian
N-Z
Visit your Counselor – Before School, Brunch, Lunch & After School, or contact by or voice mail.

3. College & Career Center
College Speakers
Scholarships
PSAT/SAT/ACT Information
Naviance Career & College System
Academic Awards
Brunch, Lunch & After school
Ms. Edwards
College & Career Counselor

4. Graduation Requirements
English credits
World History (10th) 10 credits
U. S. History (11th) credits
Government (12th) credits
Economics (12th) credits
Science credits
Mathematics credits
Foreign Language credits
Fine Art credits
Physical Education credits
Electives credits
Total credits
Completion of Algebra 1

5. UC/CSU College Entrance Requirements A- G Requirements
Subjects
Minimum Requirements of
College Preparatory classes
A. History/Social Science
2 years:
World History, U.S. History/Government
B. English
4 years: College Prep English
C. Math
3 years of math. 4 years is highly recommended
Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II
D. Laboratory Science
2 years of lab science. 3 years is recommended
Biology, Chemistry or Physics, etc.
E. Language other than English
2 years same language, 3 years is recommended.
French, Spanish, ASL, etc.
F. Visual/Performing Arts
1 year of a college prep course from
Art, Dance, Music, or Theater (drama)
G. College Prep. Elective
1 year of a college prep electives
ex: Earth Science, Economics, etc.
Test Requirements
SAT or ACT

6. “New” A-G Graduation Cord
Seniors who meet the A-G course requirement
Red, White and Blue cord will be worn at graduation
CVCHS will provide the cord
Check Power School for eligibility

7. High School Requirements VS College Entrance Requirements (A-G)
Grades: C’s or higher
Math: Algebra II or higher
Foreign Language: at least two years of the same language
College Admissions Tests (SAT / ACT)

8. “D” Grades Planning on applying to a 4 year University?
Must repeat course
Recommend to repeat before your senior year if possible
Why?
To secure/meet your A-G requirements
To possibly raise your GPA prior to the application process
See your Academic Guidance Counselor for more information.

10. Menu of Failure Free Services

11. How many honors/AP courses may a student take?
High school students may take as many honors/AP courses as they wish!
When calculating the GPA to determine if a student's eligibility meets/exceeds the minimum GPA requirement, UC and CSU:
limit the number of “honors” points to 4 courses
(8 semesters), with no more than 2 courses (four semesters) from 10th grade.

12. College Bound Student Athletes
Register for NCAA!!!!!
Eligibilitycenter.org
Complete a total of 16 Core Courses in:
English, Math, Science, Social Science, Foreign Language
10 of the 16 core must be completed prior to Senior year
Earn a 2.3 GPA (in your 16 core) for D1; 2.2 GPA for D2 SAT/ACT Scores: send scores to code 9999
Not all courses are approved for NCAA-work with your Academic Guidance Counselor
Need to repeat a class? See your Academic Guidance Counselor for options.

13. Life After High School

14. Careers, Education, & Income Source: US Dept
Careers, Education, & Income Source: US Dept. of Labor 2016, Median Wage
Industry Area
Career
Education
Average Income California
Healthcare
Radiologic Technician
Community College/Vocational
$76,060
Nurse
Bachelors-Masters
$90,860
Business
Marketing Manager
$164,850
Financial Manager
Bachelors
$152,650
Engineering
Civil Engineer
$104,570
Computer Systems Analyst
$101,440
Criminology
Forensics Science Technician
$80,150
Police Detective
Bachelors/Police Academy
$100,360

15. Top 8 Paying Vocational Careers
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics 2016, median pay.
Top 8 Paying Vocational Careers
Air Traffic Controller
$122,410
Fire Fighting Supervisors
$74,540
Dental Hygienist
$72,910
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ultrasound)
$69,650
Web Developer
$66,130
Multimedia Artist
$65,300
Electrician
$52,720
Plumber
$51,450

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

17. 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 w/writing
Extracurricular Activities
Personal Insight Questions (Essay)
WHAT THEY OFFER:
Bachelor’s & Master’s Degrees
Law, Medical, Doctoral Degrees

18. Get Involved Clubs Programs Drama, Choir, Band, Link Crew
Athletics, Cheer
Leadership
Community Service
Morning Bulletin
Enrichment Opportunities

19. Benefits Community Service
We strongly encourage all students to collect hours of community service for the following reasons…
Benefits
Scholarships
Resume
Letters of recommendation
List volunteer work on
college applications
Give back to the community
Julie Berggren

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 Exam
WHAT THEY OFFER:
Bachelor’s Degrees: 4 year degree
Master’s Degrees: 2 more years

21. CSU Campuses Early Assessment Program-CAASP
CSU Campuses: EAP (Early Assessment Program-CAASPP)
Program is changing! The CSU's current English Placement Test (EPT) and Entry-Level Mathematics (ELM) tests will be retired.
Will expand use of multiple measures in the placement of freshmen students, including but not limited to:
High school grades(and any collegiate grades) and GPA
ACT and SAT scores
Advanced Placement test scores
CAASPP scores
Program specifics will be released early 2018.

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

23. Out of State Colleges 3,400 Higher Admit Rates Graduate in 4 years
NUMBER OF CAMPUSES:
3,400
REQUIREMENTS:
Will Vary by Campus
Most follow A-G Requirements
Many require an essay
Most will Require SAT or ACT
WHY OUT OF STATE
Higher Admit Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Cost
Scholarships
WUE – Western Undergraduate Exchange (Reduced Tuition)

24. Choosing your Campus Location!!!!!!! Major/Program
courses offered in specific major(s)
Go on campus
housing
size
What’s available on campus
Explore the city/town
Distance/travel from home
Cost/affordability
Visits your junior year!!!

25. PSAT (National Merit 11th Grade)
Register
Treasurer’s Office or
Online thru web
Cost $25
Print your receipt at home and
Bring to Treasurer office to pick up “study guide”
If you are on Free/Reduced lunch go office 12 in Student Services to get a fee waiver.
Test Date: Saturday - October14th
Time: 8am – 12 noon /CVCHS
Location: Classrooms
Deadline to sign up is October 9th
Only offered one time a year – take it NOW

26. College Admissions Tests
SAT
SAT test: English, Math, Writing
ACT
ACT test: English, Math, Writing, Science
Recommend taking first time spring junior year.
Can retake fall senior year for score improvement.
Free & Reduced Lunch program are eligible for free or reduced PSAT, SAT, ACT, AP exams, college application fees.

27. SAT & ACT Test Prep
ACT Boot Camp - 10/21 & 10/22 Sat & Sun. 9am to CVCHS, $175
ACT Boot Camp - 3/24 & 3/25 Sat & Sun. 9am to CVCHS, $175
SAT Boot Camp - 4/28 & 4/29 Sat. & Sun. 9am to $175
Register for Boot
NAVIANCE FREE TEST PREP

28. 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

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

30. Military of the United States

31. Resources claytonvalley.org Communicate with your teachers!
Ask for help, attend office hours/tutoring times
/contact teachers
PowerSchool & Schoology—check assignments and grades regularly
College & Career Center
Brunch/Lunch/After School
College speakers, college information,
testing (SAT/ACT), scholarships
NAVIANCE-college/career program
College search, careers, majors

32. Naviance Enrichment programs (11th & 12th) Scholarships (12th)
Career assessments (9th)
Four year A-G academic plan (9th, 10th, 11th)
College/Job resume (10th)
College Search (11th)
Build College list (11th)
College Visit sign up (11th & 12th) Saint Mary’s College Fair May 5th
Enrichment programs (11th & 12th)
Scholarships (12th)
Monitor your college applications (12th)