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High SchoolDrop-Out
High SchoolGraduate
Associate'sDegree
Bachelor's Degree
Master'sDegree
Doctoral Degree
Average Annual Income byEducation Level
What will you earn in your lifetime?
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$500,000
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,500,000
$3,000,000
$3,500,000
HS Dropout HS Grad. Associate's
Degree
Bachelor's
Degree
Master's
Degree
Doctoral
Degree
50 YEARS 24
50 YEARS
YRS
What can I expect from my high school years?
THE OPPORTUNITY TO PREPARE FOR YOUR FUTURE
COLLEGE, WORK, MILITARY, etc…
The opportunity to be treated like an adult.
The opportunity to learn human relations when relating
to peers, friends and classmates.
The opportunity to DISCOVER your TALENTS!
Involvement in clubs, organizations, sports, band, cheer, dance, etc.
How can I have a successful high school experience?
Set a GOAL!
Recognize the differences between Junior High and High School responsibilities
Learn the high school graduation requirements
Learn university admission requirements: “a-g” subject requirements
Get involved in school!
Look for opportunities outside of school that support your career interest
The Future is NOW:Get Involved!
CLUBS Potential
leader Community
service Build a support
group Mentoring
WORK/ROP Experience Time
management Discipline Communication
skills Leadership
ATHLETICS Value of
teamwork Leadership Discipline Competitive Determination
What are your educational and career goals?
What are you involved in to help you achieve your goals?
How have you served your community?
Colleges &
Scholarships want to know:
The Future is NOW:Set a GOAL!
DOCTOR Take 4 years of math/science Volunteer at a hospital Take ROP health course Participate in pre-med club
Attorney Take 4 years of history Internship in lawyer’s office Take ROP pre-law course Join OCAD, Peer Court, etc.
Volunteer at local school, church, community organization, etc. (100+ hours) Participate in Pre-College programs Take courses at the community college – FREE! ROP gives you experience Most important keep UP your grades
What is the difference between HIGH SCHOOL and COLLEGE READINESS
3.0 years of History
4 years of English
3 year of Math (Algebra I & Geometry)
2 years of Science
2 years of Foreign Language
1 year of Visual and Performing Arts
2.5 years of Electives (9 semesters)
H. S. Graduation Requirements
2 years of History/Social Science
4 years of English (CP/ Honors/AP)
3 years of Math (minimum Algebra II)
2 years of Science (biology and chemistry)
2 years of Foreign Language
1 year of Visual and Performing Arts
1 year of College Elective
Minimum CSU/UC eligible applicant
D or better is passing Must pass ALL class with C or better
History / Social Science-
2 yearsWorld History / Cultures /
World Civilizations US HistoryGovernment / Civics
(1 semester)2.5 Years / Units
Math: 3 Years,
4 Years RecommendedAlgebra or Geometry
Geometry or Algebra 2
Algebra 2 or Pre-Calculus
3 Years / Units
Language Other Than English: 2 Years, 3 Years Recommended
Spanish 1 Spanish 2 2 Years / Units
Laboratory Science: 2 Years, 3 Years Recommended
Biology Chemistry2 Years / Units
Visual and Performing Arts: 1 Year- Same course
Art 1 Year / Units
College Preparatory Elective: 1 Year Economics (1 semester)
.5 Years / Units
English: 4 Years 4 Years / Units
College Preparatory Requirements
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
Total Units
The A-GStudy Pattern
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
College Prep English
4 years completed with a C or better
15 Years/ Units
Pre-Calculus or Calculus4 Years / Units
Physics3 Years / Units
Spanish 33 Years / Units
21 Years/ Units
College Prep Physical Science
1.5 Years / Units
Keys to academic success Students will succeed when:
1. They use a planner and manage their time wisely.
2. They communicate with their teachers.
3. They ask questions.
4. They obtain 3 or more telephone numbers from other classmates. Students helping students!
5. They turn in all assigned work on time.
6. They invest at least 2 hours daily in homework.
7. They get involved in school activities (during/after school).
8. They create a quite study place for homework
www.CSUMentor.eduProvides you with… •On-line Application Process
•Financial Aid Information
•Campus information
•Assistance with Planning
www.collegeboard.com www.fastweb.com
High School Resources
Counseling Center Career/College Center Library Teachers Administrators, Counselors, Assistant Principals School Police Nurse Technology classes Student body at school College Preparation Programs… (EAOP, GEAR UP, MESA, Puente, Talent Search, Upward
Bound, etc.)