1. Class of 2017 Junior Class Presentation October 19, 2015

2. Tracy High Counselors/Staff A-DMs. Jessica Escobedo jescobedo@tusd.net E-Kh, & AVIDMrs. Gloria Miller gmiller@tusd.net Ki-PMrs. Susan Rosales susrosales@tusd.net Q-ZMrs. Sharie Carey scarey@tusd.net Counseling SecretaryMrs. Merry Zimmermann mzimmermann@tusd.net Career Center CoordinatorMrs. Maria Arce marce@tusd.net RegistrarMrs. Lisa McMahon lmcmahon@tusd.net

3. Junior Letter Review Junior Letter Signature- bottom of letter Letters will be mailed home to parents to inform of your graduation status

4. Transcript Information Legal Document Review information for errors: (name, address, phone#, birth date, report errors to Counseling Secretary, Mrs. Zimmermann Credits/classes taken to date: fours semesters completed, should have minimum 100 -120 credits Current classes for junior year Grade Point Average, weighted/non weighted CAHSEE (California High School Exit Exam) Passing score = 350 or above in Math and 350 or above in English

5. How To Make Up Credits ? Adult School (night classes) attend one night per class weekly. Cyber High (zero period) attend class daily Contact your counselor at beginning of fall semester and/or beginning of December, for spring term, priority given to seniors and need counselor approval to attend either adult or cyber school Duncan Russell School –very credit deficient, possibility to earn enough credits to transfer to Stein Stein School- “Off Track” to graduate from THS Counselor referral is required for consideration to attend DR or Stein

6. What will I do After High School? Suggested Options: Community Colleges (two-year) Public/Private Colleges/Universities (four-year) Vocational Schools Military Employment

7. Open Door Policy– Accepts “all students” but must be a high school graduate or 18 years old or above to attend and can earn: Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree Transfer coursework- for a four year college Vocational Certification Area Community Colleges: San Joaquin Delta College (www.deltacollege.edu)www.deltacollege.edu Modesto Junior College (www.mjc.edu )www.mjc.edu Las Positas Community College (www.laspositascollege.edu)www.laspositascollege.edu For list of all California State Community Colleges: California Statewide Community Colleges (www.cccoedu) Community College

8. Public/Private Colleges/Universities University of California System (UC’s) completion of a-g courses (with C grade or higher) SAT or ACT test * some colleges may have additional requirements Personal statement Apply/information: www.universityofcalifornia.edu California State University System (CSU’s) Completion of a-g courses (with C grade or higher) SATor ACT test Apply/information: www.csumentor.orgwww.csumentor.org Information for both systems: CaliforniaColleges.EDU

9. Public/Private Colleges/Universities-cont. Private Colleges/Out of State Check with college for admission requirements. Completion of a-g courses (with C grade or higher) SAT/ACT test SAT Subject test (may be required) Personal Statement Letters of Recommendation (suggested to give a minimum of 3-4 weeks for recommender to complete) Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) –for out of state colleges For list of private colleges: www.aiccu.eduwww.aiccu.edu

10. College/University Coursework “A-G” Requirements A. History = 2 years B. English = 4 years C. Math = 3 years (CSU), 4 years recommended (UC) D. Lab Science (1yr biological science and 1yr physical science) for CSU, 3 years recommended for (UC) E. Foreign Language = 2 years (CSU) and 3+ years (UC) F. Visual & Performing Arts = 1 year G. Elective = 1 year (from any subject area above) Must earn a grade of C or better in all a-g courses.

11. College Exams SAT –Scholastic Aptitude Test  New revised test beginning 2016 For more information contact: www.satcollegeboard.org ACT-Achievement College Test  Achievement test  Five subject areas, English, math, reading, science and writing  Also includes an interest inventory For more information contact: www.act.org Test prep/practice at each web site but also Khan Academy.org

12. Early Assessment Program (EAP) Voluntary academic program to assess college readiness in English and Math classes for California State Universities (CSU’s) only Not used for admission to the college: does not disqualify a student for registering to the college. Must indicate on their California Assessment of Student Performance (CAASPP) test that they wish to participate in the EAP program.  For more information: www.calstate.edu/eap andwww.calstate.edu/eap Additional information: www.calstate.edu/eapwww.calstate.edu/eap www.csusuccess.orgwww.csusuccess.org.

13. Registration is required for students planning to participate in college athletics at the Division 1 or Division 2 levels. Students must register at end of their junior year. Students must complete NCAA approved courses for Division 1 and Division 2 levels. To review list of Tracy High NCAA approved classes and initial eligibility requirements at: www.eligibilitycenter.orgwww.eligibilitycenter.org Tracy High School Code = 053525 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

14. Vocational Training Students may obtain vocational training at a two-year college or vocational/trade school to obtain a specific career and or vocation Some careers include: Careers: Culinary, Chef, Baker, Cosmetology, Auto Repair Fashion Design, Computer Technology, Accounting, etc. Career Exploration Resources: www.mappingyourfuture.org www.whatcareerirightforme.com

15. Military Military Branches: Army – www.goarmy.comwww.goarmy.com Marines – www.marines.comwww.marines.com Navy – www.navy.comwww.navy.com Air Force – www.airforce.comwww.airforce.com Coast Guard – www.gocoastguard.comwww.gocoastguard.com ROTC(Reserve Office Training Corps)- www.ROTC.COM For students interested in becoming officers after college. Each military branch has an ROTC option. ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) tests aptitude for jobs in the military and recommended for students considering the armed service. Non committal test (do not have to join the military to test). Interested students should contact Maria Arce, Career Center Coordinator, for more information on test dates

16. Military Academies West Point Military Academy– www.usma.eduwww.usma.edu US Naval Academy – www.usna.eduwww.usna.edu Air Force Academy – www.usafa.af.milwww.usafa.af.mil Coast Guard Academy – www.cga.eduwww.cga.edu US Merchant Marine Academy www.usmma.edu www.usmma.edu Requirements : Congressional Nomination SAT/ACT Physical Fitness Exam Interview Strong academic program Leadership Skills

17. Employment Develop a Resume: www.jobsearch.about.com Check Local Resources : www.caljobs.ca.gov www.snagajob.com Volunteer/non-paid internships: Often-times can lead to a paid position. Be creative and don’t be afraid to take on new challenges!

18. Work Experience Seniors in good academic standing may qualify for Work Experience:  Must have a job  Must have a work permit  Must be on track to graduate  See Mr. Doyle Dixon in Room C102, for more information

19. Suggested Junior Activities Meet with your high school counselor to make sure you are on track for graduation and/or “A-G” courses, if planning to attend college Take advanced math, English, foreign language and science classes for A-G Maintain good grades (very important during 10 th /11th year) Make up needed classes for graduation and “a-g”, if planning to attend college Explore careers and majors: Career Assessment - www.mappingyourfuture.org Visit college campuses, take college virtual tours, attend college workshops at Tracy High, check Tracy High Bulletin or Mrs. Arce, Career Center Coordinator for dates, attend college Preview Days Take PSAT in October Take SAT or ACT exam end of junior year, May 2016 Register with NCAA Continue/begin community service activities Practice for SAT/ACT exams at collegeboard.org or Khanacademy.org

20. Questions??????? If you would like to meet with your counselor, go to the Counseling Office to make an appointment with your counselor. This entire week has been reserved for you and your parents/guardians to discuss your questions and or concerns. Be sure to check the Counseling Department webpage for a review of today’s junior presentation and other pertinent information at: https://www.tracy.k12.ca.us/sites/ths Have a great year future seniors!!!