1. Class of 2017 High School Graduation Requirements o Ms. M. T. Frias A-K o Ms. P. Morales L o Ms. R. Alotis M-Z o Ms. L. HoweMagnet

2. Agenda High School Graduation Requirements for Class of 2017 Notes from your counselor Please feel free to ask questions during the presentation!

3. Graduation Requirements All students must complete the A-G course sequence with a grade of “C” or better for graduation eligibility. A-G course sequence will allow students to be admitted directly to a 4 year university or college provided all other requirements are met

4. “A” Requirement: Social Studies 30 Credits 1 year of World History A & B (10 credits) 1 year of United States History A & B (10 credits) 1 semester of Economics (5 Credits) 1 semester of Government (Principles of American Democracy) ( 5 Credits) Must receive a letter grade of “C” or better to obtain credits

5. “B” Requirement: English 40 Credits 1 year of English 9 A & B (10 credits) 1 year of English 10 A & B (10 credits) American Literature (5 credits) Contemporary Composition (5 credits) World Literature (5 credits) Expository Composition (5 credits) Must receive a letter grade of “C” or better to obtain credits

6. “C” Requirement: Mathematics 30 Credits Algebra 1 (10 credits) Geometry A & B (10 credits) Algebra 2A and 2B (10 credits) Must receive a letter grade of “C” or better to obtain credits

7. “D” Requirement: Lab Science 20 Credits Biology A & B (10 credits) Chemistry A & B (10 credits) Must receive a letter grade of “C” or better to obtain credits

8. “ E” Requirement: LOTE (Language other than English) 20 Credits – Same Language Spanish, French, Korean 1A & 1B Spanish, French, Korean 2A & 2B Must receive a letter grade of “C” or better to obtain credits

9. “F” Requirement: Visual/Performing Arts 10 Credits – Visual or Performing Art sequential year long course Must receive a letter grade of “C” or better to obtain credits

10. “G” Requirement: Electives 45 Credits Total Minimum of 10 credits must be in courses identified as “G” Electives Economics and advanced courses in Math, Art, English, Science, LOTE or Social Science. Must receive a letter grade of “C” or better to obtain credits

11. “G” Electives in 9 th grade -Speech -Intercoordinated Science (ICS) -LOTE 3

12. Additional Requirements 20 Credits of Physical Education or Sports team Passing of Fitness Gram 5 Credits of Health

13. Additional Non-Course Requirements Career Technical Pathway AOAT – Academy of Art & Technology AVID – Advancement via individual Determination GPA – Green Power Academy IS – Interdisciplinary Studies STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

14. Additional Non-Course Requirements CAHSEE – 10 th grade Service Learning Project – 11 th grade Senior Portfolio – 12 th grade

15. Notes from Your Counselor Clubs and Organizations on Campus Extracurricular Activities Athletic teams Community Service www.dosomething.org

16. Notes from Your Counselor continued Classes for Next Year Many classes are mandatory, so students will not be able to get out of them You CANNOT pick your teachers as they cannot pick YOU D’s & F’s are not acceptable for High School Graduation

17. College Planning Colleges and Universities only accept C’s or better The College Office is located in H-2. College Counselor: Mrs. Drell Career Advisor: Mrs. Slaughter

18. A.V.I.D Advancement Via Individual Determination What A.V.I.D is: A.V.I.D is a college preparatory program designed to get students to the 4 year University. A.V.I.D is a class students take every semester for 3 years. A.V.I.D. support program to help students succeed in rigorous courses What A.V.I.D is not: A.V.I.D is not a program to motivate students to go to college. A.V.I.D is not an “easy” program, students are required to take Honors and AP courses.

19. A.V.I.D Advancement Via Individual Determination The A.V.I.D student profile: A student who wants to attend a four year University. A student who works hard in his courses, completing assignments and studying for tests. A student who earns A’s, B’s and C’s in his classes. A student who has good attendance and appropriate classroom behavior. A student who has a GPA ranging from 2.0 to 3.5. A student who has a “weak” spot, for example struggles in Math or Science.

20. What do A.V.I.D students do in A.V.I.D classes? In the 10 th grade* - students are taught study skills, organizational skills, time management skills and participate in tutorials twice a week. *10 th grade AVID is zero period class, it starts at 7am In the 11 th grade – students begin to research colleges/Universities and match those colleges with the student’s personal preferences. The students are still required to participate in tutorials twice a week. In the 12 th grade – The entire A.V.I.D class applies to four year colleges, financial aid and scholarships. Students are required to visit the college office on a weekly basis. Students are also required to be tutors for the 10 th and 11th graders.

21. Academy Of Art And Technology A Focus on Design and Technology In a Close- knit Community Our graphic design focused program provides college and career preparation and an internship experience. AOAT has earned the distinguished Lighthouse designation from the California Department of Education. Concentration on technology with a focus on digital design Cross-curricular projects Mentoring and parent Involvement Field trips to museums and community activities More Information at theaoat.org

22. The AOAT approach is geared to college and career preparation College Preparation AOAT students take all the A-G requirements Students participate in workshops that prepare them for college Dedicated AOAT Counselor keeps students on track Annual tour of a local college or university Career Development Students participate in workshops that prepare them for careers Focus on transferrable skills, the hidden jobs within each profession, writing and revising resumes, etc. Career Day, Mock Interviews, Job Shadows & Annual visit to design related businesses Internship Structured 6-week summer internship earns students 5 units credit and prepares them for career in their field of interest

23. INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) is a small learning community at Cleveland High School that provides students with a high quality education using a humanities curriculum that is interdisciplinary, thematic and writing based. We prepare our students for college by focusing on critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.

24. ACTIVITIES/FIELD TRIPS IS students participate in many projects, activities and events throughout their three years in our program. In the tenth grade, we visit the Getty Art Museum, in the eleventh grade, we visit the Gene Autry Museum and in the twelfth grade, we visit several subway stations’ artwork..

25. SUMMING UP What if I am not a good writer? One does not have to be a good writer to join Interdisciplinary Studies. IS offers project based learning experiences that support writing skills. IS students also create and study art through sculpture, drawing, and animation. Interdisciplinary Studies prepares students for college and helps them make lasting friendships through their club, field trips and groups projects while providing positive learning experiences.

26. HELP SAVE THE PLANET IMPROVE THE ENVIRONMENT LEARN CUTTING EDGE SCIENCES DEVELOP ALTERNATIVE ENERGIES THE GREEN POWER ACADEMY (GPA)

27. HELP SAVE THE PLANET IMPROVE THE ENVIRONMENT LEARN CUTTING EDGE SCIENCES DEVELOP ALTERNATIVE ENERGIES The GPA is an environmentally-centered Academy with an emphasis on the environment, civic awareness, and business practices. Through its rigorous curriculum and collaborative classes, students focus on “green” energy technologies and related businesses so students graduate informed and able to pursue careers that improve the planet.

29. STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Advanced Placement (AP) and Honors coursework available in all subject areas Focus on STEM subjects Flexibility in scheduling classes throughout high school

30. STEM SCIENCE Biology, Chemistry, Physiology AP Physics AB & BC AP Environmental Science TECHNOLOGY Exploring Computer Science AP Computer Science CAD – Computer Aided Drafting

31. STEM ENGINEERING Robotics Physics C MATHEMATICS Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II, Math Analysis AP Calculus AB & Calculus BC