1. 8th Grade… High School… And Beyond...
The Arroyo Seco Counselors Present
8th Grade…
High School…
And Beyond...
Jo Ann Ward
Jesse Marshall
Sue Dielentheis

2. PRESENTATION GOALS
To understand how 8th grade grades affect high school placement
To introduce the requirements for high school graduation
To introduce the A - G requirements needed to apply for a four year university
To understand the high school registration process

3. 7th GRADE vs. 8th GRADE 7th Grade 8th Grade
Transitioning to secondary system
Greater emphasis on how to learn
More support with organization and making transitions
8th Grade
Fewer check off assignments
More weight placed on test scores, essays and performance tasks
Greater focus on writing

4. HIGH SCHOOL PLACEMENT
8th grade, grades and overall grade point average (GPA) impact placement in the following subjects:
English
Foreign Language
Science
Math

5. ENGLISH English 9 Honors English
The majority of students are placed in English 9
Honors English
B average or higher in 8th grade English
Letter of Intent is written (end of third quarter)
8th grade English teacher’s recommendation

6. FOREIGN LANGUAGE Spanish, French and Chinese
Must have a 3.0 GPA in English (This includes native speakers of all three languages.)
If a student’s English GPA is not a 3.0 at the time of registration but increases to a 3.0 by the end of 4th quarter, contact the high school counselor
Students not taking a foreign language will be placed in Freshman Seminar and a practical art for one semester each

7. SCIENCE
Biology
The majority of students are placed in Biology
AP Biology -- very few freshman are placed in this course -- extremely rigorous
3.5 minimum GPA in Algebra in 8th grade
Placement in Honors Geometry in 9th grade
Must be in the top 20% of the entire 8th grade class
8th grade science teacher recommendation
Please note this course is made up mostly of juniors and seniors. AP Geography is a better introduction to AP courses and is made up of mostly freshmen.

8. MATH Algebra Honors Algebra Students in Math 8
Scores below 85 on the end of the year placement test
Students enrolled in Algebra in 8th grade who are earning D’s and F’s
Honors Algebra
4.0 in Math 8
Score at or above 85 on the end of the year placement test
Teacher recommendation

9. Geometry Honors Geometry
Students earning B’s and C’s in Algebra I in 8th grade
Score below 85 on the end of the year placement test
Honors Geometry
Students earning A’s and B’s in Algebra I in 8th grade
Score at or above 85 on the end of the year placement test

10. DISTRICT MATH SEQUENCE
9th Grade:
(Math 8)
Honors Algebra I
Algebra I
Algebra Prep
(second semester)
(Honors Algebra I)
Honors Geometry
Geometry
Algebra

11. DISTRICT MATH SEQUENCE
10th Grade:
(Math 8)
Honors Geometry
Geometry
(Honors Algebra I)
Honors
Algebra II / Trig
Geometry

12. DISTRICT MATH SEQUENCE
11th Grade
(Math 8)
Honors
Algebra II / Trig
Algebra II
(Honors Algebra I)
Honors Pre-Calculus with Calculus A
Pre-Calculus
Algebra II / Trig

13. DISTRICT MATH SEQUENCE
12th Grade
(Math 8)
AP Calculus AB
AP Statistics
Pre-Calculus
Algebra II
Senior Stats / Finance
(Honors Algebra I)
AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
Pre Calculus

14. HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
230 credits required
English credits
Social Studies credits
Modern Civilization credits
U.S. History credits
U.S. Government and Economics credits
Science --20 credits (may increase to 30)
Biological Science credits
Physical Science credits

15. The CAHSEE is gone; however, the state may implement another exit exam
Math credits (includes a completion of a course in algebra)
Health credits
Fine Arts / Foreign Language
Fine Arts credits OR
Fine Arts -- 5 credits AND Foreign Language 10 credits
Practical Arts -- 5 credits
Electives credits
Physical Education credits
10 credits must be taken in 9th grade
Remaining credits may be earned at any time in grades
The CAHSEE is gone; however, the state may implement another exit exam

16. A-G REQUIREMENTS
The A-G / College Entrance Requirements are a sequence of high school courses that students must complete (with a grade of C or better) to be minimally eligible for admission to a University of California (UC) or California State University (CSU).

17. “A” “B” Two years of history / social science
Four years of college prep English
“C”
Three years of mathematics (four
years recommended)
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II

18. “D” “E” Two years of laboratory science (three years recommended
Biology
Chemistry or Physics (CSU accepts Earth Science)
“E”
Two years of a foreign language
Must be the same language
American Sign Language accepted

19. “F” “G” One year long course in Visual and Performing Arts
One year of a College Preparatory Elective

20. Career Pathways
Career pathways offer students a unique opportunity to explore their interests in a specific career area while in high school.
Students explore their interests by taking classes that directly connect your child’s interests from high school to college and/or career options.
Visit to learn more about Career Pathways.

21. Apprenticeships
An apprenticeship is a good way to prepare yourself for a future in a trade. As an apprentice you are paid to learn the skills you need to perform the job from an experienced tradesman. You take a combination of classes and get on the job experience while earning an hourly wage. At the end of the training period you become a certified tradesman or journey worker.
Entrance Requirements: 18 years old, High School Diploma or GED, passing score on the General Aptitude Test, and must be physically able to perform tasks related to trade.
Types of degrees awarded: Apprentice programs do not award degrees. Apprentices become industry certified and start as journey workers.
Cost: Varies according to trade
Length of Time: 2-5 years
Student Population: Students who like to work with their hands or who wish to acquire a specific skill.

22. Trade/Vocational Programs
A vocational school, also called a trade or technical school, is a higher-level learning institution that specializes in providing students with the vocational education and technical skills they need in order to perform the tasks of a particular job.
Entrance Requirements: High School Diploma
Types of Degrees awarded: Certificates
Cost: Varies depending on institution. There are many low cost Vocational programs available at Community Colleges.
Length of Time: 6months-2years
Student Population: Students who attend trade schools wish to receive specific short-term training in a particular area leading to a career.

23. Military Academies/ROTC
Entrance Requirements: GPA, Test Scores, application, Nomination from a U.S. Congressperson, physical exam, interview.
Types of degrees awarded: Bachelors
Cost: Free – students are obligated to “repay” time in school with years of service in the military
Length of time: 4 years
Student Population: Students who wish to enter the military or have a career in the military
A military academy is an educational institution which prepares candidates for the army, navy, marine corps, air force or coast guard. It normally provides education in a military environment and prepares students to enter the military after their studies are complete. ROTC programs are military programs located on the campuses of traditional colleges and/or universities. Students can participate in these programs as an alternative to attending a military academy.

24. Community College
Community Colleges, sometimes called junior colleges, are two-year schools that provide affordable post secondary education to prepare students to transfer to a four year university. Community Colleges also offer many short term career preparation certificate programs.
Entrance Requirements: Application, High School Diploma or equivalent or 18 or over without a high school diploma.
Types of Degrees awarded: Associate's Degree and Certificates
Cost: $3, per year
Length of Time: 2 years or less depending on program
Student Population: Community Colleges are open to all students

25. College/University
Colleges and Universities offer programs for students who are interested in . Students choose a major, or area of study, and take classes in this area leading to a Bachelor’s Degree or beyond.
Entrance Requirements: A-G requirements, GPA, Test Scores, Application process
Type of Degree: Bachelor's +
Estimated Cost in Five Years: USC = 50,000 / CSUN = 15,000 (living at home) per year
Length of Time: 4 years
Student Population: Colleges and Universities are open to anyone that is able to meet the minimum entrance requirements.

26. Naviance Discover their individual strengths & learning style.
Naviance is a comprehensive college and career readiness solution that helps districts and schools align student strengths and interests to postsecondary goals, improving student outcomes and connecting learning to life.
Essentially Naviance helps students prepare for life after high school. Your child will be using Naviance to...
Discover their individual strengths & learning style.
Explore career options based on inventories & a “Career Key”.
Search for college programs based on their interests.
Determine what courses they should take, apply for colleges, work on resumes, etc.

27. HIGH SCHOOL REGISTRATION
March 13
Saugus ASB and Athletics come to Seco. Students get information through PE classes.
March 14
Saugus Elective Day -- representatives from various electives come and share information. Students attend through PE classes

28. March 23
Saugus Counselors come and share what to expect in high school. Registration guides are handed out to each student. Be sure to go through the registration guide with your child. Counselors present through history classes.
April
Saugus Registration -- students sit down one on one with a high school counselor and choose classes. Students will know their classes that day. Registration is by team through history classes.

29. More notes on registration….
ROTC comes and explains their program through PE classes. Date not yet specified.
March Freshman Orientation at Saugus is an information night for students and their parents

30. IDTs & OTHER HIGH SCHOOLS
ALL Arroyo Seco Students will register with Saugus High School
If you want your child to attend their home high school, please contact our registrar, Joy Williams. Home high schools are based on your home address.
If you want your child to attend a high school other than Saugus or their home high school, an Intra District Transfer (IDT) is completed and approved.
Begin the IDT process in January.

31. If your child is attending a high school other than Saugus, find out when their orientation is.
Check the high school websites for freshmen updates.
Be aware of your high school’s process for placing students in advanced classes.

32. “Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.”
-- Malcolm X

33. CONTACT INFORMATION
Sue Dielentheis:
Teams: Aloha & Odyssey
Jesse Marshall:
Teams: Genesis, Triumph & Revolution
Jo Ann Ward:
Teams: Extreme, Fusion & Viper