Incoming Freshmen Orientation

2. Introductions � People to KnowAdministration Jose Brosz Principal Teresa Kramer Assistant Principal (A-F ) Esther Wise Assistant Principal (G�M) Charles Quillin III Assistant Principal (N- Z) Dean Nafarrete Assistant Principal/Dean of Activities Sabino Muro Administrative Assistant-Attendance Mark Patterson/Nikki Chigas Administrative Assistant-Categorical Andrea Hassan Isabel Lopez School Psychologist Gene Alim Athletic Director Vicente Martinez/Ramon Almaraz AOCJ Program Coordinator

4. Otay Ranch Highlights Current API - 824. Goal for 2012 - 860 19% of our students are GATE identified ORH will administer over 1300 AP tests during Spring 2012 ORH received 6 year WASC accreditation Over 160 of our seniors accepted to four-year universities or colleges

5. Otay Ranch Highlights (cont.) #1 in District for Attendance 2011- Over 1.2 Million dollars in scholarships awarded Over 75 League Athletic banners Men�s Volleyball � CIF Champs 2011 2011 State runner-up Currently Nationally Ranked #5

6. Counseling Department Alex Santana (A-Cari) Betty Camara (Carl � Fern) Elvia Estrella (Ferr� Hort) Monica Duprat (How � Mar) Raquel Lopez (Mas �M. Perez) Monica Bryan- Gonzalez (N. Perez � Sil) Amelia Cendejas (Sim - Z)

7. High School Graduation Requirements Total Credits Required: 44 Semester Credits Required Credits: 39 Semester Credits Elective Credits: 5 Semester Credits

8. PE Requirement * Student must pass the Fitness gram or will continue taking PE ?Math Requirement 3 years of math (complete through Intermediate Algebra) Pass State of California Algebra Requirement Pass both Math and English portions of the CA High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) Minimum of 30 hours of Community Service

9. Math Courses for Incoming 9th Graders Algebra Regular with Support Extended Geometry Intermediate Algebra

10. Tutoring Afterschool tutoring offered three times a week from 2:45 to 3:45. Every math teacher offers tutoring at least once a week. Monday Pro-Hour Algebra Tutoring for 9th graders.

11. Online Resources HOLT Online Website: my.hrw.com Username: orhstudent Password: mustang KHAN Academy Website: khanacademy.org Contains hundreds of video lessons and practice.

12. HOLT Online Resources Available Online Textbook Additional Practice Video Tutorials Interactive Practice Test Scientific & Graphing Calculators Know-It Notebook (Concept Organizer) Intervention & Enrichment

13. Algebra Success Connection One week Algebra Summer Bridge Program July 16th-20th. Follow-up intervention study groups throughout the year. Assigned a mentor from CSF.

14. Honors Diploma Requirements By the end of the 7th semester of high school, students must have: - Completed 17 credits of accelerated, honors and/or AP courses with an A or B grade. -Taken at least 2 of the 17 credits in the senior year -Earned a minimum 3.0 overall unweighted GPA in scholarship & citizenship

15. CSU and UC Requirements U.S. History/Government and World History: 2 years English: 4 years Math: 3 years/4 recom. (with Intermediate Algebra) Laboratory Science: 2 years/3 recom. Foreign Language: 2 years/3 recom. Visual/Performing Arts: 1 year College Prep Electives: 1 year

16. Schedule Change Policy Class Change Procedures - Student initiated schedule changes must be completed prior to the beginning of each semester. - Please see your counselor today

18. Code of Conduct Goal of ORHS is to create a culture that models diversity, integrity, respect, trust, and a sense of belonging. Discipline is defined as the steps or actions teachers, administrations, staff, parents, and student follow to enhance students academic and social success Progressive Discipline Zero-Tolerance : Fighting, Drugs, Bullying

19. Dress Code A student may not remain in the classroom dressed in a manner which: Creates health/safety hazard for the student Constitutes a serious/ unnecessary distraction to the learning process Disrupts campus order Conflicts with districts goals and philosophy for the prevention of substance abuse and gang activity

20. Electronic Devices Use of technology Responsibility of Student Students are bringing these items at their own risk

21. Attendance Policy "you miss school, you miss out� 96.84% attendance rate "10 day rule" (SUHSD Board Policy 5113) 10 School days to excuse an absence 10 days of excused absence per year Short term Independent Study Contracts 5 to 15 days of consecutive absences Absences cleared upon completion of contract Tardy Sweeps (Morning, Nutrition Break, Lunch) Attendance Recognition

22. ORHS is #1

23. Transportation For Bus Pass Applications: Phone: 691-5527 On line bus application and purchases - web site link: http://www.sweetwaterschools.org/transportation

24. Activities and Events

25. Extra Curricular Clubs/ Activities Over 50 Freshmen, Junior Varsity, and Varsity Sports. Over 60 proposed clubs and organizations (charters are available in the ASB to create/add additional clubs) Peer Counseling, Orientation and Student Assistance Programs. Class of 2016 officer Applications will be available during the second week of school

26. Over 60 Clubs and Organizations TENTATIVE ORH CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Academic Decathlon Academic League Answer the call ANIME Absolute Truth Christian Club Associated Student Body (ASB) Ballet Folklorico Cal. Scholastic Fed. (CSF) Choir Class of 2016 Class of 2015 Class of 2014 Class of 2013 Earth Service Crew (ESC) Fashion Club Huck Finn Japanese Club KISA

27. Associated Student Body(ASB)

31. Athletics OTAY RANCH HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC TEAMS 2011-2012 FALL SPORTS WINTER SPORTS SPRING SPORTS (Aug. - Nov.) (Nov. - Feb.) (Feb. - May) Cheer Basketball (F/M) Baseball (M) Cross Country (Co) Basketball Frosh (F/M) Softball (F) Field Hockey (F)* Cheer Swimming (Co) Volleyball (F/f) Roller Hockey (Co) Tennis (M) Water Polo (M) Soccer (F/M) Track (Co) Football (Co) Water Polo (F) Volleyball (M) Football Frosh (Co) Wrestling (Co) Golf (M) Golf (F) Lacrosse (F/M) Tennis (F)

35. What are the Benefits ? An opportunity to interact with law enforcement and criminal justice personnel � Field trips to Donovan State Prison, World Link Conference, courtrooms, mock trials, harbor police, and other related venues � Access to investigative tools and technology � Dynamic Projects � Murder at the Ranch � Use of the obstacle course � Defensive Tactics

36. Special Education Program Otay Ranch High School offers a continuum of services for Students with Disabilities: Moderate/Severe Courses Moderate Courses Fundamental Courses Inclusion Co-Teaching Collaboration Mainstream �

37. Special Education Program Designated Instructional Services Speech, Language & Hearing Adaptive Physical Education Occupational Therapy Vision Services Services are based on students� needs and are provided as indicated on the student�s IEP

38. Special Education Program Special Education Parent Night for Incoming 9th graders: May 3, 2012 ~ Mild/Moderate May 8, 2012 ~ Moderate/Severe

39. Dual Language Program

40. Dual Language ProgramHighlights

41. Parent Involvement GATE Parent Committee (Supports Gifted and Talented Identified Students) PTSO (Promotes closer relationships between school and home) School Site Council (Elective committee that reviews the school budget and the school site plan) ELAC (Supports English-Language Learner Students) Parent Volunteers (Supports school activities and projects during the school day) Boosters/Athletics (Supports school team and athletic activities)

42. Otay Ranch�s Web Pagewww.sweetwaterschools.org/orh