Class of 2017

10th Grade Guidance Presentation

Clayton Valley Charter High

People who can help you!

Academic Guidance Counselors

Mrs. Valdez (A-F) Ext. 3113jackie.valdez@

Mr. Nares (O-Z)Ext. 3127steve.nares@Mrs. Snider (G-N)

Ext. 3138vel.snider@

College & Career Counselor

People who can help you!

Mrs. Edwards Ext. 3151cindy.edwards@claytonvalley.org

College Speakers Scholarships PSAT/SAT/ACT Information Naviance Career & College

System Available during school hours

Office Support Staff

Mrs. Maribel Herrera Guidance Technician

Ext. 3139maribel.herrera@

Mrs. Kelly KingGuidance Technician

Ext. 3158kelley.king@

People who can help you!

How can students contact their Academic Counselor? Drop by times are:

Before school During break During lunch After school

Academic Counselors clip board Write First/Last Name Reason you need 2

be seen

Students are welcome to email their Academic Counselors, or leave phone messages.

I need academic help!!What do I do?

Communicate w/your teachers!!! Attend their tutoring times

(before school, lunch or after school) Tutoring-Libray and/or Teacher office

hours Form study groups/partner from class Actively check your online status in

classes

Graduation SummaryTo graduate from CVCHS

students must…….

1. Complete 230 semester credits in the specific subject areas.

(Each semester class is worth 5 credits and students are enrolled in 30 credits of coursework each semester).

2. Pass and complete Algebra I

3. Pass the CA High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)

English portion (passing score 350+) Math portion (passing score 350+)

*Students will take the CAHSEE for the first time this Spring

Graduation Requirements

English 40 credits

World History (10th) 10 credits U. S. History (11th) 10 credits Government (12th) 05 credits Economics (12th) 05 credits Life & Physical Science 30 credits Mathematics 30 credits Physical Education 20 credits Foreign Language 10 credits Fine Arts 10

credits Electives 60

credits

---------------------------------------------------------Total230 credits

CAHSEE Exam (Math/English)

CAHSEE Dates for Sophomores

2015February

March (Make up)

Community ServiceWe strongly encourage all students to collect hours of community service

for the following reasons…

(example: www.volunteereastbay.org

Contact # 472-5760

Benefits Scholarships Resume Letters of recommendation List volunteer work on college applications Give back to the community

Naviance Four year academic plan Career assessments College/Job resume College admissions information College Visit sign up College Search Scholarships Enrichment programs Monitor your college applications

Why Study Beyond High School?

Benefits of continuing your education after high school…

Gain valuable skills for your career

Meet new people

Study abroad/explore new places

Opportunity to learn about interesting career fields/options

Advancement/Salary Increase/Stability

Learn about cutting edge research

Grow and Discover

Become more Independent!!!!!

Post Secondary OptionsNAVIANCE

www.whodouwant2b.comcaliforniacolleges.edu

Regional Occupational Centers and Programs (CET)

Apprenticeships Private Vocational/Technical Schools The U.S. Military Americorps California Conservation Corps Job Corps Community College Four-Year University

4 Systems of Educationwww.claytonvalley.org

COMMUNITYCOLLEGE

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY OFCALIFORNIA

INDEPENDENTCOLLEGES

Number of Campuses

110+ campuses 23 CSU campuses 10 UC Campuses 76+ institutions

COSTSFees or Tuition(Room & Board Excluded)

Currently, $36/unit a semester for California residents, no cap.($936 /year for 12 units a

semester)

Approximately $6, 806 per year, plus books & supplies , room and board.

Approximately $11,285 per year, plus books, &

supplies, Room & Board.

Tuition at Stanford is $40,050’; Tuition at USC is $42,162 (examples)

NATURE OFPROGRAM

Two-year college1) Career & job entrymajors2) Transferable courses3) A.A. and A.S. degrees4) Vocational Certificates

Four-year school with graduate programs (Teaching-Practical Focus)1) Various undergraduate programs2) Pre-professional majors3) Bachelor Degree (BA & BS)4) MA & MS some Doctoral Degrees5) Teaching Credential

Four-year school with Graduate programs (Research & Theory)1) Various majors2) Pre-professional programs3) Bachelors Degree (BA/BS)4) Masters Degree (MA/MS)5) Doctoral, Professional Degrees6) Teaching credentials

Two & four-yearschools. Various majors & academic programs are offered at each campus. They range from highly specialized to liberal studies.

FRESHMANREQUIRE-

MENTS

No subject requirement. Can be high school graduate or 18years of age.

A – G RequirementsBelow a 3.0 requires SAT or

ACT

A – G RequirementsA minimum of 3.0GPA in A-G

Requirements

Prefer students to have met the UC subject requirement pattern,

REQUIREDEXAMS

English and/or Math Placement exam.

.

SAT/ACT test SAT or ACT Test Check the collegecatalog for specific test requirements.

University of California Campuses

CSU Campuses

Independent Colleges (Private Schools)

Academy of Art University, San FranciscoAlliant International University, San DiegoAllied American University, Laguna Hills (Online)American Heritage University of Southern California, San Bernardino, CaliforniaAmerican Jewish University, Los AngelesAmerican Sports University, San BernardinoAnaheim University, Anaheim (Online)Antioch University, Culver CityApollos University, Huntington Beach (Online)Argosy University, AlamedaArt Center College of Design, PasadenaThe Art Institute of California - San Francisco, San FranciscoAzusa Pacific University, AzusaBerean Bible College, PowayBiola University, La MiradaBrandman University, IrvineBrooks Institute, Santa BarbaraCalifornia Baptist University, RiversideCalifornia Coast University, Santa AnaCalifornia College of the Arts, San FranciscoCalifornia College San Diego (CCSD), San DiegoCalifornia Desert Trial Academy College of Law, Indio[1]

California Institute of the Arts, ValenciaCalifornia Institute of Integral Studies, San FranciscoCalifornia Institute of Technology, PasadenaCalifornia InterContinental University, Diamond Bar (Online)International Technological University, San Jose, CaliforniaCalifornia Lutheran University, Thousand OaksCalifornia Miramar University (formerly Pacific Western University), San DiegoCalifornia National University, NorthridgeCalifornia Pacific University, EscondidoCalifornia South Bay University, SunnyvaleCalifornia Southern Law School, RiversideCalifornia Southern University, Santa Ana (online)California Takshila University, Santa ClaraCalifornia University of Management and Technology, San Jose

California University of Management and Sciences, Anaheim[2]

Capital Bible College, SacramentoCapStone University, Pasadena (online)Carnegie Mellon Silicon Valley Campus, Mountain ViewChapman University, OrangeCharles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, Los AngelesClaremont Colleges, Claremont

Claremont McKenna CollegeHarvey Mudd CollegePitzer CollegePomona CollegeScripps CollegeClaremont Graduate UniversityKeck Graduate Institute of Applied Life SciencesCogswell College, SunnyvaleColumbia College Hollywood, TarzanaConcordia University Irvine, IrvineCulinary Institute of America at Greystone, St. HelenaDominican University of California, San RafaelDesign Institute of San Diego[3]

Epic Bible College (formerly Trinity Life Bible College), SacramentoFresno Pacific University, FresnoFuller Theological Seminary, PasadenaGolden Gate University, San FranciscoHerguan University, SunnyvaleHoly Names University, OaklandHope International University, FullertonHult International Business School, San FranciscoHumphreys College, StocktonICDC College, Culver CityImago Dei College, Oak GlenJohn F. Kennedy University, Pleasant HillJohn Paul the Great Catholic University, San DiegoLaguna College of Art and Design, Laguna BeachLa Sierra University, RiversideLife Pacific College, San DimasLincoln University, OaklandLoma Linda University, Loma LindaLoyola Marymount University, Los AngelesMaster's College, NewhallMarymount College, Palos Verdes, Rancho Palos Verdes, CAMayfield College, Cathedral City[4]

Menlo College, AthertonMills College, Oakland

Community

Colleges

UC/CSU College Entrance Requirements A- G Requirements

COURSES Minimum Requirements of College Preparatory classes

A. History/Social Science

2 years: World History, U.S. History/Government

B. English 4 years: College Prep English

C. Math 3 Years of college prep math. 4 years is highly recommended. Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II

D. Laboratory Science

2 years of lab science. 3 years of lab science is recommended: Biology, Chemistry, Physics

E. Language other than English

2 years same language*; 3 years is recommended.* Students with competency in a language other than English may qualify for an exemption.

F. Visual/Performing Arts

1 year of college prep course from Art, Music, or Theater

G. College Preparatory Elective

1 year of college prep electives

Test Requirements SAT or ACT

High School RequirementsVS.

College Entrance Requirements Grades (C’s or higher) Math (Algebra II or higher) Foreign Language (at least two years of the same

language) Tests- SAT/ ACT College readiness will open the door to various

financial opportunities. (Algebra II)

PSAT Register Now @ Treasurer’s Office or online thru

web store @www.claytonvalley.org Cost $25

Print your receipt at home and Bring to Treasurer office to pick up “study guide”

Deadline to sign up is October 10th

Test Date: Saturday-October18th

Time: 8am/CVCHS (check in time is @ 7:45am)

Learning Pay

Your income goes up dramatically as your education increases!!!!

Best College Degrees by Salary

Petroleum Engineer $97,900

Chemical Engineer $64,500

Electrical Engineer $61,300

Aerospace Engineering $60,700

Computer Engineering $61, 800

Management Information Systems $51,000

Civil Engineer $53,100

Construction Management $50,200

Public Administration $40,400

Forestry $41,500

Business $41,000

Medical Technology $45,100

Dietetics $41,500

Multimedia and Web Design $40,400

Starting Salary

Occupations beyond four-year degree (graduate school)

Physician School Counselor

School Principal Physical Therapist

Architect Attorney

Dentist Pharmacist

Physician Assistant Chiropractor

Veterinarian Health Services Administrator

Licensed Psychologist Social Worker

WHAT IS CAREER AND/OR TECHNICAL

EDUCATION? Career and technical education prepares both youth and adults for a wide range of careers.

These careers may require varying levels of education – from high school and postsecondary certificates to two- and four-year college degrees.

To find out how you can pursue your passion, check out

www.whodouwant2b.com

Vocational/Trade Schools

Nearly one-third of the fastest growing occupations will require an associate degree or a postsecondary vocational certificate.

Military of the United States

http://www.defense.gov/RegisteredSites/RegisteredSites.aspx

Are you READY! Get involved

Activities, clubs, sports, community Get Good Grades Be proactive

tutoring, talk to teachers, come to school and ask for HELP!

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Dream BIG and Plan for tommorrow