Chula Vista High School Junior Class Presentation

CVH Counselors

CVH Counselors

Student Last Name Counselor

A - CASTI Ms. mARSHALL

CASTI - ESO Ms. Duarte

ESP- HERNADEZ, O. Ms. PADILLA

HERNANDEZ, P - MAU MS. LEDEZMA

MAV - PEREZ MS. ARAKI

PEREZ -* - Sanchez, O. MR. BATISTA

SANCHE, P. - Z Ms. Peñuelas

Meeting Agenda

Review of High School Graduation Requirements

College and Career Planning

Post-Secondary Options

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

A- History

8 Semester Credits World Geography

World History

US History

Government/Economics

B- English

8 Semester Credits 9-12th Grade

C- Math

6 Semester Credits

*Must complete Algebra, Geometry, Intermediate Algebra or/combination Integrated Math Course I, II & III

D- Science

4 Semester Credits Biology

Chemistry or Physics

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

E- Foreign Language

4 Semester Credits of the SAME Language

F- Visual/Performing Art

2 Semester Credits

G- College Elective

2 Semester Credits

Physical Education

4 Semester Credits

Academic Electives

5 Semester Electives

Comprehensive Health

1 Semester Health

44 Total Credits

CAHSEE (California High School Exit Exam)

Math and English

30 Hours Community Service

How can I recover credits?

See your counselor ASAP for an application!

APEX

Online credit recovery course for most A-G courses.

Credit recovery

Not all courses guaranteed to be offered.

College Planning

College entrance requirements

A-G Subject Requirements – All courses must be completed with a “C” or better

Grade Point Average (GPA) Minimum UC GPA is 3.0

Minimum CSU GPA is 2.0

(UC and CSU GPA calculated solely on a-g courses take in grades 10-11)

Private universities GPA varies

Community College

College Entrance Exams

A-G Requirements

A) US History, Government/World Cultures 2 years

B) English 9-12 (ELD 7/8 may apply) 4 years

C) Algebra, Formal Geometry, Int. Algebra,

Math Analysis, Calculus 3 years

(4 yrs recommended)

D) Biology, Chemistry, Physics 2 years

(3 recommended of

Laboratory Science)

E) Foreign Language 2 years

(3 yrs recommended)

F) Visual and Performing Arts 1 year

G) College-Prep Elective 1 year

FIRST AND MOST IMPORTANT STEP

University of California (UC) www.universityofcalifornia.edu

Programs Undergraduate and graduate degree programs

Campuses 10

Selection Top 9% of high school class guaranteed admission; remaining 15% admitted using different criteria

*Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA- Average is 4.0 GPA

Estimated Cost $13,300 for fees; $14,000 for room and board; $1,500 for books/supplies

University of California (UC)

Entrance Requirements *Completion of A-G coursework 3.0 GPA

*SAT Reasoning or ACT

*SAT Subject Tests recommended

Other Info Personal Statement required in application

and other factors such as community service, leadership roles and sports

California State University (CSU) www.csumentor.edu

Programs Undergraduate and graduate degree programs

Campuses 23

Selection Top 33% of high school graduates

*Must have a 2.0 GPA- average is 3.82 (SDSU) GPA

Estimated Cost $6,866 for fees; $12,080 for room and board; $1,719 for books & supplies average

California State University (CSU)

Entrance Requirements *Completion of A-G coursework with a minimum of a *2.0 GPA

*SAT Reasoning or ACT

*Satisfy the ELM/EPT

Other Info Compact for Success with San Diego State University

*3.0 A-G GPA, take the SAT/ACT and satisfy the ELM/EPT

Increasing your college Options and Choices!

Benchmarks

Enrolled by 9th grade and continuously attend

SUHSD high school

Attain a 3.0 CSU GPA and maintain through

senior year

Complete all CSU “a-g” course requirements

Satisfy the ELM

(Entry Level Math Placement Test)

Satisfy the EPT

(Entry Level English Placement Test)

Have taken the SAT

Reasoning or ACT test

Selection Process

GPA Requirement SAT Scores Math & Critical Rd.

GPA & SAT Formula First 40% of Students

Student Profile & Essay

(Comprehensive Review)

Remaining 60% of Students

3.0 minimum Average 4.0

Competitive Campus

Average 4.2

UCSD Average 4.13

1100+

Competitive Campus

Average 2018

UC & Private Colleges

Selection Process GPA Requirement

SAT Scores/ACT Math & Critical Rd.

GPA & SAT Formula GPA x 800 plus SAT

Scores All Campuses

2.0 minimum

SDSU Average 3.82

900+

SDSU 1152 (SAT)

25 (ACT)

CSU System

Selection Process GPA Placement Tests

Graduate or 18 Yrs. of Age

No Requirement Math & English

Community College

Private Colleges and Universities www.aiccu.edu

Programs Undergraduate and graduate degree programs

Campuses 77 Independent Colleges and Universities in CA

Selection Research the individual college for specific admission information

Estimated Cost Higher than public colleges and universities since they do not receive state funding

Private Colleges and Universities

Entrance Requirements

Research the individual college for specific admission information

Other Info Quite diverse in nature; offer a variety of financial aid programs

California Community Colleges (CC) www.ccco.edu

Programs Two-year associate degree programs, vocational or certificate programs

Campuses 109

Selection All high school graduates

Cost $1,104 for fees;$1,710 for books/supplies

California Community Colleges (CC)

Entrance Requirements

Open to all CA residents 18 years or older; high school diploma

Other Info Transfer opportunities to UC/CSU

Transferring to a UC or CSU

Extremely important to work closely with your CC Counselor at the time of admission

You will be more successful in transferring if you know the specific campus or major

Visit the ASSIST website to check transfer course requirements www.assist.org

Generally speaking, you will complete 2 years (60 units) at the CC and need a minimum GPA of 2.0 (for CSU) or 2.4 (for UC). Please note some campuses and programs may require a higher GPA.

Private Career and Technical Schools

Learn skills to prepare you for a specific job or career

Fields such as automotive/aircraft mechanics, health care, business, computer science, cosmetology and truck driving

Vary in both length and cost

Similar training may be available at ROP or Community College

Compare cost, time and reputation of school program before making a decision

US Military

Before signing any contract for military service, discuss the terms of the contract with your parent/guardian and counselor

US Military

You must take the ASVAB to find out what career choice you have About 80% of military jobs are of a non-combat

nature; 90% have direct civilian job a-likes

2 and 4-year ROTC programs lead to a college degree and commission as on officer

If you are interested in a Military Academy you must secure a Congressional nomination – start this process now!

www.todaysmilitary.com

Regional Occupational Centers (ROP)

Offers career training opportunities for high school students and adults Fields such as animal care, cosmetology,

culinary arts, hospitality/tourism, medical/dental

All courses are available tuition free

Many classes offer internships with local employers

www.sdcoe.net/rop

Apprenticeships

Earn money while learning an important skill

3-5 years of classroom and on-the-job training while working beside an experienced journeyperson

Paid $9-14/hour during apprenticeship and upon completion you can earn $30 or more

Occupations such as correctional officers, electricians, firefighters, machinists, automotive technicians, construction trades

www.calapprenticeship.org

Career Planning

A good place to start is with your personal interests, skills and things you do well

Make a list of things you enjoy doing

Try to identify experiences you’ve had that you might turn into a career

Talk with your counselor (Junior Credit Check), teachers or family

Career Planning

Complete an interest inventory ASVAB

www.cacareerzone.org

Investigate different careers www.onetcenter.gov

Explore colleges and majors Create a MyRoads account after taking

the PSAT

http://myroad.collegeboard.com

Who Requires Post-Secondary Testing?

EVERYONE!

Work Force- Entry tests

Military- ASVAB

Vocational/Technical Schools- Assessment test

Apprenticeships -Assessment test

4-Year Colleges

Community Colleges

Colleges & Universities (4-Year)

SAT Reasoning OR ACT

Required by all 4-Year colleges

ACT Plus Writing required by UC schools

SAT Subject Tests

Recommended by UC schools – check college and major to see which exams are recommended

College Entrance Exams - SAT

Administered by College Board www.collegeboard.com

SAT Reasoning Test Required by UC’s and CSU’s

Verbal, Math and Writing

SAT Subject Tests Recommended by University of California

(UC) & some Private Universities 2 Subject Tests in 2 different subject areas

College Entrance Exams - ACT

Administered by American College Testing Program www.actstudent.org

Five parts to exam: English

Math

Reading Comprehension

Science Reasoning

Writing You must choose “ACT Plus Writing”

How Do The Test Scores Compare?

SAT

Scored range is 200-800 per section added together for a combined score

There is a penalty for wrong answers

ACT

Score range is 1-36 for each subject, averaged for a composite score

There is no penalty for wrong answers

Preparing Early – the PSAT

National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSQT)

Score Report Plus

Gives you your scores, ranges and percentiles

Review your answers

Improve your skills

My College QuickStart

Access PSAT scores at College Board website using the access code given on Score Report

Review your personalized SAT Study Plan

Early Assessment Program (EAP)

Measures readiness for college-level English and Math

One option to become exempt from the ELM and EPT (CSU Placement Exams)

Community Colleges (2-Year)

Assessment Tests

English, Reading and Math

ALL CCs require these assessments

Must be taken in the spring of senior year

Results will determine your class placement

Community Colleges in San Diego are: San Diego City, Mesa and Miramar College, Grossmont, Cuyamaca, Southwestern, MiraCosta, Palomar and Imperial Valley College

www.cccco.edu

Thank you!