Welcome Sophomore Class Students & Parents

1. Welcome Sophomore Class Students & Parents Class of 2021

2. Objectives for Sophomore Night • Block Schedule and Grading Period Overview • School Loop • High School Graduation Requirements • Service Learning Hours • Athletic Eligibility – High School • ROP, Ohloneand AP Courses • Summer School • College Admission Requirements • Athletic Eligibility – College • Things to Consider When Visiting Colleges • Community College • Naviance

3. Block Schedule Term 1Term 2 Aug. – Oct. Oct. – Jan. Jan. – March April – June Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 During Term 1, students take 4 classes During Term 2, students take 4 different classes On the Block Schedule, Kennedy Student attempt 80 credits per year, versus 60 credits in a traditional 6 period schedule. This leaves more space for additional courses; math, science, world language, ROP, and/or electives.

4. 4 x 4 Block Grading Periods

5. School Loop https://kennedy-fusd-ca.schoolloop.com/ • School Loop is a communication tool that is a convenient way for parents and students to view: • Grades • Progress reports • Missing assignments • Upcoming assignments • Email teachers and school staff • Get school information • To create an account, go to the website and click register. All you need is your child’s student ID#.

6. Graduation Requirements • Students need to earn 230 credits in the following subjects: • English = 40 credits • Social Science/History = 30 credits • Mathematics = 30 credits • Science = 20 (10 credits physical science, 10 credits life science) • PE = 20 credits • Visual & Performing Arts/World Language/CTE =10 credits • Health = 5 credits • Electives = 75 credits

7. Earning Credits • To pass a class, and earn 5 credits, a grade of D- or better must be earned. If an F is earned, 0.0 credits are earned. • Although students can pass with a D, most colleges or universities require a C or above grade in classes. • If a student earns a D or F in a course, it is the student’s responsibility to attend summer school to raise the grade in that class.

8. What happens if your child fails? • If they fail a class, they will need to make it up in Summer School. If they fail more than they can make up in Summer School, they will need to attend night classes during their Senior Year on top of their summer school and regular school classes. If they fail even more classes they will need to transfer to Robertson (the continuation high school) in order to finish their diploma.

9. Service Learning Hours Requirements Resources Mrs. Clark Service Learning Coordinator 510-657-4070 Ext. 27114 dclark@fremont.k12.ca.us See Mrs. Clark in Room 114 to turn in forms or if your child has any questions. • Students must complete 40 Service Learning Hours/10 per year at KHS. These hours must be for a non-profit organization. • See the school website for ideas and forms. www.jfkhs.org(Click on Students then Service Learning) • ALL service learning hours completed over the summer must be turned in by Jan 25.

10. Clubs and Extracurricular Activities GET INVOLVED!!! Colleges want to see how connected students are to their community/school!

11. Clubs • Don’t see what you like? Create your own! See Mrs. Hurtado (Ms. Lavaud) for more details.*Visit www.jfkhs.org for a description of clubs, advisors, meeting days and location.

12. Sports Program * Cheer and dance areyear-long.

13. Athletic Eligibility:High School • Fremont Unified Requirements • 2.0 GPA • No F’s • Academic Probation may be granted for one grading period if a student has 1 F or a GPA between 1.75 – 2.0

14. Athletic Eligibility - Probation • Probation is when a student has a GPA between 1.75 - 2.00 –OR- has at least 1 F. • For example: Joe has 2 A's, 1 B and an F. Even though his GPA is a 2.50 he is on probation since he has an F. • A student can not be on probation for 2 consecutive semesters. In order to be off of probation a student must get above a 2.0 AND NO F's. • For example: The next semester Joe gets 2 A's, 2 B's and 1 C. He is off probation since he has no F's –AND- his GPA is above a 2.0.

15. Athletic Eligibility - Ineligible • If a student has a GPA below a 1.75 –OR- has 2 or more F’s, they are automatically ineligible to play. • Example: Phil gets 2 A's and 2 F's. His GPA is 2.0 but he has 2 F's so he is ineligible. • Example: Mary gets 3 D’s and 1 C. Even though she has NO F’s, her GPA is a 1.25 so she is ineligible.

16. Is your child bored of regular classes? Do they need a challenge? If you answered yes to any of these questions, check out what Kennedy has to offer.

17. AP Courses • Advanced Placement courses are COLLEGE LEVEL courses offered by the College Board. • Students can expect to spend at least an hour if not more per night for each AP course they take. • Colleges want to see students choose AP classes that they are most interested in, and can handle well.

18. AP Courses (Cont.) • AP courses demonstrate college readiness and academic rigor, so students should choose courses that play to their individual strengths. • Students should connect their academic coursework to other areas, such as extracurricular activities.

19. AP Courses (Cont.) • AP Courses that are underlined on the A-G List are given one extra point in the G.P.A. • Calculation: A=5; B=4; C=3. • These “weighted” grades are awarded at the University of California admissions level. • Kennedy High School has an un-weighted G.P.A. and we do not rank.

20. AP Courses (Cont.) • Students can receive college credit and/or courses can be waived at the college level for those who successfully passed an AP course and exam. • Each college makes its own decisions about how they award credit and placement. Refer to each college for specifics and guidelines • Colleges cap the number of AP exams they will award credit for, so don’t assume you will receive credit for every AP course you take.

21. AP Courses Offered • AP Government and Politics United States • AP United States History • AP English Language and Composition • AP English Literature and Composition • AP Calculus AB • AP Calculus BC • AP Statistics • AP Biology • AP Chemistry • AP Environmental Science • AP Physics 1 • AP Spanish Language and Culture • AP Studio Art: Drawing • AP Macroeconomics

22. ROP & Ohlone Classes Offered ROP • Auto Body Painting and Refinishing 1 & 2 • Automotive Technology 1 & 2 • Careers in Education 1 & 2 • Civil Engineering & Architecture • Computer Animation 1 & 2 • Construction Technology 1 & 2 • Computer Science Principles/Digital Electronics • Digital Sound Design 1 & 2 • Digital Video Arts Production 1 & 2 • Emergency Medical Responder • Fire Technology • Game Design/Interactive Media Arts • Law Enforcement/Homeland Security • Medical Assisting • Medical Interventions/Biomedical Innovation • Motion Graphics 1 & 2 • Nursing Asisstant • Pharmacy Technician • Principles and Biomedical Science/Human Body Systems • Sports Therapy 1 & 2 ROP Courses at Kennedy • Anatomy and Physiology for Medical Careers • Culinary Arts 1 • Culinary Arts 2 • Digital Photography 1, 2 & 3 • Event Planning and Catering • Introduction to Culinary Arts and Hospitality Ohlone (On Kennedy campus) • Ohlone English 101A • Psychology • Sociology • Introduction to Business ** Courses require completing Ohlone registration forms in order to receive college credits.**

23. Let’s talk about college!

24. The UC and CSU

25. Understanding College Admission Requirements

26. Graduation Subject Requirements vs. College Subject Requirements

27. PSAT • All 9th, 10th and 11th graders took the PSAT. • This test is the Practice SAT and will provide students with information on what skills they should work on in high school in order to better prepare themselves for college and the SAT. • High scores Junior year can lead to National Merit Scholarships. • The PSAT is offered every fall.

28. ACT/SAT • Most four year colleges/universities will require you to submit an ACT or SAT score on top of having a good GPA. You only need to submit a score from one test, but many students choose to take both. Most students take the exam in the spring of their junior year. • ACT information is at www.act.org • SAT information is at www.collegeboard.org

29. Factors in College Admission Factors Percent of Colleges reporting “Considerable Importance” 74% 59% 34% 31% 23% 17% 17% 15% 9% 7% • Grades in college prep courses • Standardized Admission Tests • Grades in all Courses • Class Rank • Essay or Writing Sample • Teacher Recommendation • Counselor Recommendation • Student’s Demonstrated Interest • Interview • Work/Extra Curricular Activities

30. Community College • Ohlone College classes are offered at JFKHS! For a listing of courses, see the school website or your counselor for more details. • There are 123 community colleges in California and each one is unique. For a complete listing of schools, check out www.cccapply.org • Placement tests in English and Math are no longer required for all community colleges. The SBAC will be one of the measures used to determine English and Math placement. • SBAC is taken during Junior year. • In order for a student to transfer to a UC or CSU, students must complete 60 transferable units of college coursework with grades of C or higher.

31. Thinking of playing sports in college? • Division I (Universities that award full athletic scholarships) • Graduate from high school • You must complete 16 core courses • Earn minimum required grade-point • average in the core courses • Earn a combined SAT/ACT sum score • (sliding scale) KENNEDY DOES NOT CLEAR STUDENTS FOR NCAA or NAIA. IT IS STUDENT/PARENT RESPONSIBILITY See websites for further information www.eligibilitycenter.org and naia.org

32. Things to Consider When Visiting a College or University • Size (Colleges range in size from 40,000 students to under 1000) • Cost (in-state vs. out-of-state tuition, private vs. public) • Selectivity (do you meet the admissions criteria for college/university, how competitive is admission?) • Type of College (private, public, community, parochial, etc) • Major/Academic Dept. • Housing • Location (in-state vs. out-of-state, rural vs. urban setting, weather considerations)

33. Naviance • Online College and Career Planning Portfolio • Research Colleges • Sign Up for College Visits • Keep College Search Organized • Create Your Own College List • Personality Assessments • Build resume • Career Assistance • Scholarship links Log on to: http://connection.naviance.com/jfkfremont or you can follow a link through the JFK website under the college and career services tab.

34. Career Center • Your one stop shop for all your career and post-secondary needs! • Fee Waivers, Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and CA Dream Act. Oh my! • See our College and Career Specialist in Room 204 for more details: Mrs. Becky May 510-657-4070 Ext. 27204 bmay@fremont.k12.ca.us

35. Sophomore Timeline • 2nd Term • Stay on top of their grades – colleges need C’s or better. • Students should talk with their counselor to ensure that they are meeting all the A-G/Core Course requirements. • Thinking about getting a job during the summer? Talk to Mrs. Clark about obtaining a work permit (Rm 114). • Summer: • Retake A-G classes that they’ve received a D or below in to ensure that they are eligible to apply for UC/CSU/Privates. • Start searching colleges; visit as many campuses as possible to get a “feel” for the different types. • Build a resume (Naviance) • Get an internship. • Get a job. • Volunteer and complete service learning hours (Aim for 30!) • Explore scholarship opportunities.

36. Self-Care Is your child feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Are there personal/social situations that may be negatively impacting their life? If yes, PLEASE advise them to see their counselor or an adult on campus that they trust. We support ALL students!

37. We are here to help! We look forward to working with you! Please do not hesitate to contact us or make an appointment if you need anything. • A-F – Mrs. Tifni O’Neill • 510-657-4070 Ext. 27006 • toneill@fremont.k12.ca.us • G-L – Mr. David Reska 510-657-4070 Ext. 27019 dreska@fremont.k12.ca.us • M-Ri – Ms. NoiaSiamu510-657-4070 Ext. 27017 msiamu@fremont.k12.ca.us • Ro-Z – Ms. Mimi Vo 510-657-4070 Ext. 27018 mvo@fremont.k12.ca.us