1. Updated: 3/2015

2.  Ms. Velazco  Ms. Bennett  Ms. Mintey  Ms. Serrano  Ms. Velasquez

3. Registration Timeline March 6th: Counselors visited all Horner English classrooms to distribute registration materials and discuss the registration process/graduation/college requirements/answer student questions. March 12th: Freshmen Orientation. The program starts at 6:00 PM in Valhalla (Irvington’s theater). May: Irvington High School will review past and present academic performance to determine appropriate class placement to ensure successful 9 th grade year. MAZE Day (August): Students will pick up schedule from Irvington High School.

4. Important Notes Regarding Registration: Students will have a transcript attached to their registration packet which MUST stay attached throughout the registration process. Registration page with course sequence recommendations/4 year plan can be accessed on the counselor’s webpage. Students caught cheating or plagiarizing in an honors or AP subject may not be allowed to register for an AP/honors course in that subject area the following school year. Students cannot “skip” levels in subject areas. Example: A student cannot skip from Spanish 1 to Spanish 3 or from Geometry to Precalculus. Outside courses are for enrichment purposes only and cannot be used to fulfil graduation requirements or to accelerate. 12 th grade is the only level that students can take 2 math or 2 science courses.

5. Important Notes Regarding the Registration Form: A math class will be selected for students later this year based on 7 th and 8 th grade academic performance and FUSD district standards. See the Recommended Math Sequence Chart to see possible math pathways at Irvington. Students that are requesting honors course(s) will be considered based on their 7 th and 8 th grade academic performance. You must check the appropriate box to opt into honors if you meet the criteria. Choose carefully as classes cannot be dropped during the school year. Honors courses are not offered in summer school. Academies are a 4-year commitment. Applications for academies need to be turned in with the registration packet. More information can be obtained at the Freshman Orientation.

6. Important Notes Regarding the Registration Form: Every 9 th grader takes 1. English, 2. science, 3.health, 4. PE, and 5. math. Students have 6 classes in the 9 th grade which means they have one elective. If the student is applying to be in Journalism, Yearbook, or ASB, they are to list a class on the registration form that they want in the event they DO NOT get accepted. If the student is accepted, they will be dropped from the elective class. Students that participate in Marching Band or Color Guard to fulfill the PE graduation requirement must participate in the program for all four years to meet the requirement (students earn 5 PE credits per year for the fall semester of Marching Band/Color Guard). Student selecting Marching Band or Color Guard will not be placed in a PE class. Proof of residency. Attach two COPIES (you will not get them back). Course requests cannot be guaranteed. Students will not be able to drop classes once the school year begins.

7. DO NOT DO NOT take honors classes just because your friends/peers are. Everyone has different ability levels. Take the most challenging classes that YOU can still do well in. DO NOT take honors classes just to impress colleges. GPA is still the most important factor in college admissions. If you take a lot of AP and honors classes but do not do well in them, it will not matter for college admissions that you took them and will negatively impact your application. Notes about Honors Classes (slide we show to students) If you are registering for honors classes: Make sure you are prepared and have an interest in the subject. Make sure you will have the time necessary to be successful in all of your classes. Remember to take into consideration clubs, extra-curricular activities, volunteer work, etc. AP and honors classes cannot be made up in summer school so if you do poorly, you are stuck with the NC (failing grade). Understand that you will not have the opportunity to transfer to a college prep course once the school year begins (even if you are failing the course or are earning a “c” grade). The number of spaces in college prep classes are based on student requests at the time of registration. ****As you can tell this is a very big and important decision. We have hundreds of students that receive NCs, Is and Cs in their AP/honors classes, and try to drop the class. Drops cannot be accommodated. Choose your classes wisely.****

9. Irvington.org Find the Registration Page

10. This page includes: Copies of items included in the registration packet Suggested math sequence Suggested science sequence Graduation Reqs College Reqs Courses offered at Irvington Link to district course catalog PowerPoints that are shown to students during registration List of Frequently asked questions

11. Irvington.org Counselor’s Corner: Important announcements PowerPoints/ FAQs Resources for students struggling academically Community resources 4 year plan College Planning Checklist Irvington course offerings Registration information Graduation reqs/college entrance reqs A-g list And more!

12. The Four Year plan includes graduation and college requirements, and lists required courses during appropriate years. Example: All 9 th graders take Health Example: All 11 th graders take US History

13. Career Center Webpage College and Career Center: SAT info and test prep options Calendar showing upcoming visits from college reps College requirement info Financial aid information College application information Career information Military information Summer opportunities Scholarship information And more!!

14. Also on Irvington.org, find club information, calendars, information on the benchmarks (Change, WIP, QUEST) etc. Sport Information.

16. Where do Irvington Students go to College? 30% attend community colleges (Ohlone and DeAnza are most popular with our students) 26% attend a University of California (UC Berkeley, UC Santa Cruz, etc.) 17% attend a California State University (San Jose State, CSU East Bay, etc.) 24% attend other 4 year universities including private California colleges as well as private and public out of state colleges. *7% of the class of 2014 are attending “Top 100 colleges” as determined by U.S. News and World Report (Stanford, New York University, etc.) 2% military/vocational schools

17. Graduation/ UC/CSU Requirements Keep these in mind during registration. (Students earn 5 credits per class per semester) English: 40 credits History: 30 credits (World History in 10 th, US History in 11 th, Gov/Econ in 12 th. ) Math: 30 credits (including both semesters of Algebra 1 ) CSU/UC: At least Geometry and Algebra 2 Fine Art/ World Language: You need 10 credits of a Fine Art OR World Language to graduate. CSU/UC: A yearlong Art class AND at least level 2 of a language are needed (You can start/continue your language in 9 th grade or start it in 10 th or 11 th if you want to take a different elective in 9 th [Art class, computer support, etc.]). Health: 5 credits required PE: 20 credits required (PE 1 [9 th grade] and PE 2 [10 th grade]) Science: 20 credits required. CSU/UC: Prefer Biology and Chemistry/Biotechnology. Electives: 75 credits required. Any class taken after a subject requirement is met is counted as an elective (Ex: Your 3 rd year of science counts as an elective).

18. Graduation Reqs Versus UC/CSU Reqs Health PE Fine Art OR World Language Fine Art AND World Language AND OR (Digital Drawing, Arts Spectrum, Social Dance and Culinary Arts are NOT fine art classes) Algebra 1 + 20 more credits of math Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 (minimum) CAHSEE SAT or ACT What are the main differences? Side note: Must take geometry (completed in 8 th grade is okay). It is required by the UCs and FUSD does not allow “level skipping” with outside course work in any subject area.

19. Know Irvington’s a-g list http://www.ucop.edu/doorways / Every class at Irvington that fulfills an a-g subject requirement for CSU and UC admission can be found on this list.

20. California College Systems Types of CollegesCommunity Colleges California State Universities (CSU) University of California (UC) Independent Colleges Campuses 133: Ohlone, De Anza, Chabot, Las Positas, San Jose City, Evergreen, Foothill, etc. 23 CSUs: East Bay, San Jose State, San Francisco, Monterey Bay, Sonoma, Los Angeles, etc. 10 UCs: Berkeley, Davis, San Francisco, Irvine, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Merced, Santa Cruz, San Diego, Riverside Note: UC San Francisco is a medical center and currently is not providing bachelor degrees. 76 members: Stanford, University of Santa Clara, University of San Francisco, Mills College, University of the Pacific, etc. Websites www.cccco.edu www.cccapply.org www.calstate.edu www.csumentor.edu www.universityofcali fornia.edu www.aiccu.edu www.californiacolleg es.edu Nature of programs Two-Year Schools 1.Complete courses for the first 2 years of a bachelor’s degree transferable to UC and CSU 2.Vocational programs 3.Enrichment and job skills classes Four-Year Schools with Graduate Programs 1.Various majors and programs 2.Bachelor’s degrees 3.Master’s degrees 4.Teaching credentials Four-Year Schools with Graduate Programs 1.Various majors and programs 2.Bachelor’s degrees 3.Master’s degrees 4.Doctorate and Professional degrees Two and Four-Year Schools, some with Graduate Programs Various majors and academic programs are offered at each campus. Check college websites or catalogues.

21. California College Systems Continued Types of CollegesCommunity Colleges California State Universities (CSU) University of California (UC) Independent Colleges Freshmen Requirements No subject requirements. Must be a high school graduate or 18 years of age. Some programs have pre-requisite requirements. Check college websites or catalogues. See slide on a-g requirements. Requirements vary by school. Check college websites or catalogues. Tests Math and English assessment tests are required for new students in order to be placed at the correct skill level. These tests are not used to exclude students. Tests are given after an application is submitted, usually followed by an orientation, counseling, and enrollment into classes. ACT (writing section not required) or SAT Reasoning Test ELM- Entry Level Math Test EPT- English Placement Test (These tests are not used for admission purposes) ACT plus writing or SAT Reasoning Test Recommended: Certain SAT Subject tests are recommended for certain majors. Check with interested colleges for specific information. Some schools may require the SAT Reasoning Test or ACT plus writing and/or SAT Subject Tests. Check college websites or catalogues for specific test requirements.

22. Community Colleges 112 campuses located throughout California (Ohlone, DeAnza, Chabot and Mission College are the closest to Fremont)112 campuses located throughout California (Ohlone, DeAnza, Chabot and Mission College are the closest to Fremont) Total enrollment: 2.4 million studentsTotal enrollment: 2.4 million students Requirements: 18 years old OR have a high school diplomaRequirements: 18 years old OR have a high school diploma Types of programs:Types of programs: 1. Complete 60 units (2 years on average) for an AA/AS degree which can transfer to a 4 year university ( transfer to a 4 year university as a junior) 2. Vocational programs (nursing, pharmacy tech, massage therapy, early childhood education, automotive technology, etc.) 3. Enrichment classes and classes to develop skills (English classes, computer classes, etc.) Nearly 50% of students that graduate from the UC system started at a community college *Percent is higher in STEM Majors

23. Suggestions for a successful 9 th grade year: Choose classes conservatively. Ninth grade is an adjustment year. Students are getting used to a new campus, new social situations, new teachers, new activities, new grading system, and higher course rigor. Every grade a student earns becomes part of their permanent high school record (which colleges see), and courses cannot be changed or dropped once the school year begins. Get involved. Students should involve themselves with the school or community activity that they find most rewarding. The activities that bring personal meaning to the student, improve a special talent or meets the school or community's needs will be the ones in which the student will likely excel. In depth involvement and excellence will help students stand out from the crowd of other hopeful college applicants and/or help students narrow their career interests. It is better to be involved or to excel in one or two areas than to have a superficial list of activities that you jumped into so that you could have a long list on your college application (quality vs. quantity). Take advantage of campus resources. Ninth grade can be a tough year. Find out about the resources on campus for support (counselors, administrators, college/career center/specialist, library, advisory, etc.)

24. Final Thought From Richard Shaw, Dean of Admissions at Stanford: “I continue to be deeply concerned about the burnout, exhaustion and stress some students experience as they go through important years of adolescent development…When high school is simply a way station for accumulating college credit, and a university education is viewed as a finite means to a specific end, the individual student and his or her human experience is diminished.” “As parents and adults we are too often outcome oriented— we want to know what college and which job, outcomes that are years away. A more compelling question? Who will this student be today, tomorrow and over the course of a long life?”