1. San Marcos High School Senior Presentation

2. Who is my Counselor? Lori Nguyen A-CL Erika YiCO-F/SPED 9 th -10 th Kristi HarligG-KI Janet Paul KL-N Lisa Stout O-SA Lisa Berry SB-Z Ruben EscobarEL/SPED 11 th -12th

3. Knight Zone Tutoring Information After School Tutoring: General Tutoring Room 305 3:00 – 6:00 pm Monday- Friday Math Tutoring Room 399 3:00 – 4:00 pm Monday- Thursday *See the Knight Zone Program on the SMHS website for more tutoring information

4. Transcripts Check your transcripts for the following: -Correct Name, Address -Off campus classes -Credits -Grades -Check for Repeats -Graduation Status -CSIS ID # = SSID # (UC System Only)

5. How to Read Your Transcript Should have 5 credits Should have no more than 30 credits for grad

6. San Marcos High School Graduation Requirements  English40 credits  Math20 credits  Social Studies40 credits  Science (Life & Physical)20 credits  PE20 credits  Foreign Lang OR Fine Art10 credits  Electives80 credits Total230 credits 10 credits = 1 year

7. Policy for making up 12 th grade classes  Students may not concurrently take a course that they are enrolled in at the high school. A course can only be remediated once the term has been completed (ex. you cannot take first semester senior English in credit recovery or night school while you are currently taking the course at the high school. You can only retake the course during second semester when the course is completed).  Seniors will not be able to remediate second semester courses until the summer after graduation. This will impact participation in SMHS graduation ceremony and college admissions. **MAXIMUM OF 10 CREDITS CAN BE MADE UP IN ADULT SCHOOL**

8. University Requirements “A-G” (a) History 2 years -World History -U.S. History /American Government (b) English 4 years college prep (c) Mathematics 3 years required (4 yrs. recommended) -Minimum: Algebra 2 (d) Science 2 years with lab (3 years recommended) (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) (e) Foreign Language Level 2 of same language (f) Visual / Performing Arts 1 year (g) Elective 1 year UC/CSU campuses consider a “D” grade in a required course a Subject Omission. “D” grades need to be remediated. However there are exceptions. See Your Counselor!

9. Community College (CCC) Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG): Several UC campuses offer guaranteed admission to California community college students who meet specific requirements. By participating in a Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG) program, you will receive early review of your academic records, early admission notification and specific guidance about major preparation and general education coursework.

10. Seniors Never “ ReST”  Reach  Schools whose admit rate (based upon GPA/test scores) is extremely competitive.  Safety  You have a higher GPA/test scores than most incoming freshmen.  Target  Based on GPA/test scores, you have a 50/50 or better chance of getting in. **Apply to 3 or 4 schools in each of the above categories**

11. University of California (UC)  9 campuses  Research based; prepares students to advance to graduate and professional educational programs  Applicants must meet the A-G subject requirements  Personal Statement required  Apply online @ www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply  Application determined by comprehensive review process

12. California State University (CSU)  23 campuses  Practical based; prepares majority of students for jobs after graduation  Service Area: CSU San Marcos  PACE Agreement  Applicants must meet the A-G subject requirements  Apply online @ www.csumentor.edu

13. PACE Promise ADMISSION GUARANTEE:  Have you been enrolled in the San Marcos Unified School District all 4 years?  Have you completed the A-G coursework with grades of “ C ” or better?  Did you meet the CSU eligibility index?  Have you taken the SAT Reasoning or ACT Exam?  You must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) starting January 1st. PACE $CHOLAR:  $tudents must pass the EAP test in English and math during the 11 th grade (taken during spring of Junior year- more info will be given at CSU Application Workshop). *YOU MUST SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO CSUSM*

14. PACE Accomplishments 463 Scholarships Awarded PACE Scholars have 11% Higher Graduation Rates than CSUSM Avg. 4 year retention rates for PACE Scholars are 20% higher than their non college-ready counterparts at CSUSM

15. New Partnership with University of Connecticut (UConn) Grant Amount and Eligibility:  Students must satisfy all PACE Promise Benchmarks  Accepted to a major in a STEM discipline, as defined by Uconn  Demonstrated participation and engagement in STEM related activities while in high school  Eligibility for UConn’s Honors Program (3.0 Minimum GPA)  The initial value of the UConn Promise grant is $21,000 per year. The grant will be a fixed amount for four years (eight semesters) of the student’s education at UConn. UConn Undergraduate Director of Admissions will be in the Career Center on October 2nd @ 1:00pm *see Mrs. Murillo in Career Center for sign up info

16. Eligibility Calculator - CSU  Once you have calculated your GPA compare it on the Eligibility Index.  SAT is Reading Comprehension and Math test scores combined (no Writing). California Resident Eligibility Index GPA ACT Composite Score SAT Total Score 3.0 No Minimum 2.814660 2.618820 2.422980 2.2261140 2.0301300

17. UC/CSU Application Deadlines UC Application (Cost: $70) :  Application available: NOW  www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply  Filing period: November 1- November 30 CSU Application (Cost: $55) :  Application available: October 1 st  www.csumentor.edu  Filing period: October 1- November 30 NO APP, NO TURKEY!!

18. FREE College Application Workshops  Common Application Workshop  September 23 (Per. 1, 3, 5)  UC Application Workshop  October 7th (Pers. 1, 3, 5)  CSU Application Workshop  October 8th (Pers. 2, 4, 6) Sign-up HERE TODAY or in Career Center

19. Upcoming Workshops Hosted by former USC Director of Admissions, Ann Rike  Tues, Sept 22 nd ………. College Essay Tips  Tues, Sept 29 th ……….. Supplemental essays for college applications (Common App/Private Schools)  Tues, Oct 6 th ………….. Documenting your activities and accomplishments (the extracurricular section of Common App and UC App) *All workshops will be held in the Career Center at 8:00 AM*

21. Test Dates for Seniors  SAT (register 1 month ahead of test date)  Oct. 3th  Nov. 7 th  Dec. 5 th *  Fee: $54.50 for SAT Fee waivers available in counseling for students who qualify for free and reduced lunch. First come first served.  ACT (register 1 month ahead of test date)  October 24 th  December 12 th * (must include writing for UC and some private)  Fee: $56.50 (must include writing for UC and some private) Fee waivers available in counseling for students on free and reduced lunch. First come first served. * Some colleges will not accept December SAT/ACT scores. Be sure to check the college websites.

22. Palomar Testing  Must complete a Math* and English Placement Exam  EAP (Early Acceptance Program) – Testing coming up in Spring  Attend the Transfer Planning Workshop in spring *Enrollment in Math 50/60 at SMHS may meet this requirement.

23. Letters of Recommendation Remember to give counselor/teacher at least 2 weeks notice!! Download the LOR packet from our website: www.sanmarcoshigh.org

24. Prospective College Athletes NCAA Eligibility Center 1.Register online at www.eligibilitycenter.org 2.Ensure you are meeting the NCAA requirements. These are different from the a- g requirements 3.Inform your counselor, your coach and the athletic director, Coach Meyer

25. $$ Financial Aid $$  You will be working on the FAFSA in your English classes in December.  Application period begins Jan. 1 st  Cal Grant GPA Verification due March 2 nd – Automatically submitted by SMHS  *MUST complete FAFSA to be considered

26. College & Career Center - Room 158  $$$ Scholarship information  FAFSA  Computer Lab  Jobs  Military  Vocational Opportunities 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM every school day. Visit at least once a week!

27. SENIORS – Join REMIND

28. TIPS for Surviving this time… Take care of yourself. Make time to relax and decompress (beach, coffee with friends, funny movies, playing with your dog, etc.) Strive for healthy balance in your life. You will need time for academics, college applications/scholarships, friends, family, activities, work, exercise, rest. Don’t spread yourself too thin! Don’t compare yourself to your friends, siblings or peers. You do not have to share your college list or decisions with others. This is a private process; know who your support system is and access it!

29. TIPS for Surviving this time… Pace yourself with the application process. Set aside time daily to work on brag packets, applications and essays so you can put your best self forward. Create a calendar to manage deadlines. Keep the college admission process in perspective. Believe it or not, this will likely not be the most important decision you ever make. Many colleges could work for you in different ways. You are not choosing a soul mate for life, but rather the place to start your higher education.

30. Don’t lose sight of the goal… Do something today that your future self will thank you for tomorrow