1. Linden High School 2018-2019 School Year Registration
Seniors 2019

2. Linden High School Graduation Requirements
English
4 Years
Math
2 Years (Int. Math 1 or Int. Math 1A&1B required)
Science
2 Years (physical & life)
Social Science
3 Years
Health/Drivers Ed/ Financial Literacy
1 Year
VPA/CTE/LOTE
Physical Education
2 Years
Elective
110 Credits

3. How Many Credits Required to Graduate????

4. CSU/UC Entrance Requirements
English
4 years
Math
3 yrs. - Int. Math 1, 2, 3
US History/ Government
1 yr. World History
1 yr. US History
Laboratory Science
1 yr.-Biology, Anatomy, or BioTech
1 yr.-Chemistry or Physics
Language Other Than English
(LOTE)
2 yrs. in same Language, 3yrs recommended
Visual/Performing Arts
1 year Drama, Music, Art, Ceramics, Floral, Const. Tech
Electives
1 CSU/UC Approved

5. Did you know…
These classes are now approved for CSU/UC A-G college admission:
Child Development & Careers in Education
AVID 9,10,11,12
Intro to Construction Technology & Intermediate Woodworking

6. To Be Competitive You Should Consider:
Lab Science
3 years- Biology, Chem, & Anatomy or Physics
Math
4 years – Int. 4 or AP Calculus or Statistics
Language Other Than English
(LOTE)
3 years
Minimum Total GPA of 3.0
For UC’s, Private & Impacted CSU’s
Impacted Schools: All CSU’s but 3 are impacted!
You must CHALLENGE yourself each year!!!!

7. SAT & ACT Dates SAT – March 10th, May 5th, June 2nd
Must register EARLY -
ACT – Feb. 10th, April 14th, June 9th
Register EARLY -
Career Center for more information
Great News! Linden HS is a testing site for both the March and May tests! WOOHOO!

8. Transcript Review Check for graduation requirements
Check for passing grades
Check for college entrance requirements

9. Credit Summary

10. Course Selection Guide Book
Available at LHS website:
ALL COURSES ARE YEAR LONG
Select Course
Check Grade Eligibility
CSU/UC Requirements
Prerequisites
Course Description

11. Course Selection Sheet

12. New LHS
Name change and curriculum for Physics…now called Physics in the Universe

13. CTE Courses & Pathways
All students are encouraged to complete CTE pathways!
More career opportunities are available for pathway completers
Employers want to see that students take higher level CTE classes

14. Summer School Computer based online program-Cyber High
Classes will take place at LHS
$100 per semester course
More Information to follow…Stay Tuned

15. Due Date
All Course Selection Sheets are to be signed by parents and student!
Signed sheets need to be returned Monday, January 29, 2018.
You will need your Student Portal Username & Password to register for your classes.
If you don’t return your signed sheet on Monday, you will not register!

16. ASVAB Thursday, February 8th from 8:05 am –
11:49 am in the West Gym…(you will miss periods 6, 7 & 1)
This is not a mandatory test – BUT it is VERY HELPFUL for future career choices…

17. Smarter Balanced Assessment
Smarter Balanced = SBAC = CAASPP
It is a computer based adaptive test
Tests 11th graders only
Testing will begin in April 2018
The EAP (Early Assessment Program for CSU’s) is built into the Smarter Balanced Assessment
Purpose: Determine College Readiness in English and Mathematics

18. Smarter Balanced Assessment-Continued
It is VERY important that you participate in the Smarter Balanced Assessment and take it seriously
CSU’s and Community Colleges will look at your results…if you score high enough, you will NOT have to attend a summer preparation program prior to attending a CSU! Saves you $$$ and time!
LHS is evaluated based upon overall student improvement – which helps YOU!

19. Counselor’s Advice….. Ask for help early….don’t wait!!!
Complete your work and turn it in on time!
Study for tests – Don’t cram the night before!
COMMUNICATE!!!!!
Success Shop – Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, 3:15pm – 4:30pm in the Library
Success Shop - Wednesday & Friday, 7:15am – 8:00am
Wednesdays & Thursdays – Math Tutor
Access Portal – check regularly

20. Who is your Counselor???
If your last name is A – L, your counselor is Mrs. Williamson
If your last name is M – Z, your counselor is Ms. Silveira
College/Career Related Questions/Concern, see Mrs. Knapp

21. Questions????
Thank you for your attention and participation!