Venice High School Graduation Planning Workshop Class of 2012

1. Venice High School Graduation Planning Workshop Class of 2012

2. AB-1802 High School Conference Summary Form BLUE COPY for YOUR notes and to take home. WHITE COPY to be SIGNED and turned in before you leave this evening.

3. STUDENT LONG TERM GOALS • CAREER GOALS • IDENTIFY INTERESTS, STRENGTHS AND ABILITIES

4. College Criteria Ask yourself: • Why go to college? • What’s my career goal? • What interests, talents, or hobbies do I posses? • What colleges am I eligible for based on my GPA, course selection, and test scores? • Other considerations-academic competition, athletics, special programs, religious affiliation…. Campus Visits • Read the college catalog & view book prior to visit. • Ask questions about: where students study, computer access/availability, weekend life, types of sports & club offered, security, what are current issues on campus… • Visit classes, the library, resident halls, talk to students…get a feel for the campus culture

5. CSU and UC Requirements • College Prep. English 40 credits • College Prep. Math 30 credits • History/Social Science 30 credits • Lab Science 20 credits • Foreign Language 20 credits • Visual/Performing Arts 10 credits • College Prep. Electives 10 credits GPA & SAT I or ACT (UC~ 3 SAT II / subject tests)

6. University of CA 9 undergraduate campuses very competitive Nov. 30th is the deadline for applications. SAT I, SAT II, personal statement required No letters of recommendation extra-curricular activities also considered for admission

7. California State Universities 23 campuses enroll the top 33% of high school graduates some CSU’s are very competitive Cal Poly SLO, San Diego State… • Does not require SAT II test or a written essay • Application fee for each campus • On-line applications preferred • GPA and test scores very important • Contact each campus if your grade or program changes

8. Private Universitiesand Out of State Universities • Follow app due dates • Require written essays • Letters of recommendations • Call each university with specific questions • Need to make sure the school is appropriately accredited

9. Community Colleges Two kinds of learning: Applied Learning- out in job market in 2 years (certificated programs) Associate of Arts Degree-First 2 years of a four-year college program Advantages of CC: • over 100 campuses • price tag • accessibility • quality teaching-no teaching assistants • Over enrollment in the UC system • Income and career results • rate of transfer to chosen University is high

10. Timeline Don’t overextend yourself when scheduling for next year. (5 AP classes = 5 college courses) Keep up grades, schools are expecting same performance as sophomore & junior year Take SAT I & II’s by Dec of senior yr.-may want to start taking end of junior year Campus visits are very important (spring break & summer) Inquire for private school information Apply to schools in Nov. Conditional acceptance in March, final acceptance in July

11. Specialized Schools Advantages career-oriented, technology-based schools-ITT, DeVRY Art/fashion focused schools (FIDM, College of Arts & Crafts) Culinary Arts specialty skills (broadcasting, medical field) into the work force in two years time competitive salary for expert training Scholarships available

12. Military Resources Provides money to attend school after ‘service’ time is completed Vocational training (airline mechanic…) ROTC enrolled while in college to learn leadership, management skills-scholarships available Reps are scheduled in the Career Center to provide information • Reps are scheduled in the Career Center to provide information

13. NCAA Required for division I & II schools Register for Clearinghouse end of junior year and meet eligibility requirements Financial Aid FAFSA & PROFILE forms Grants Scholarships Loans Work Study

14. STUDENT RECORDS

15. TRANSCRIPTAnofficial record of student’s grades, credits & test scores Official Transcripts are ordered from the counseling or magnet offices . Free for current students. $2.50 per transcript for former students 24 hour wait period**

16. TESTS CST-California Standards Test (Gr.9-11) All students Administered statewide in MAY Results mailed home CELDT-California English Language Development English language learners only CAPA-California Alternate Performance Assessment Selected students with cognitive disabilities Fitnessgram- required California physical fitness performance tests (Mile run, BMI, Curl-ups, trunk lift, push-ups, shoulder stretch/flexibility) administered February - April

17. College Entrance ExamsRequired for most colleges/universities • PSAT-practice for the SAT Reasoning Test • Critical reading skills • Math problem solving skills • Writing skills • SAT REASONING TEST • Critical Reading • Math • Writing (essay and m/choice) • SAT SUBJECT TESTS Measures knowledge, skills and application in specific subjects such as English, Science, History, Math & Languages • ACT (American College Testing) • English • Mathematics • Reading Comprehension & Science • Optional Writing Test • No penalty for wrong answers

18. All colleges and universities in the US accept either the SAT or the ACT. SAT SUBJECT TESTS will no longer be required by UC’s starting with Class of 2012—but still recommended. SAT and ACT FEE WAIVERS -available to students who qualify for the free or reduced meal plan at school from the college counselor.

19. SAT, ACT, SAT II PSAT junior year for Nat’l Merit Scholarship Program ACT recommended for students strong in science Take the SAT I at the end of your junior year Take SAT I & II’s by December of senior year SAT Subject Test Writing Math 2 (covers Alg 2AB and Trig/ Math Analysis) Choice: US History, World History, Sciences (Chemistry, Biology, Physics), Foreign Language, Literature

20. DEPORTMENT Cooperation and Work Habits are part of the permanent record and appear on transcript. E=Excellent S=Satisfactory U=Unsatisfactory Conduct and Discipline are on electronic and paper file/not included on transcript.

21. ATTENDANCE Per LAUSD, the only excused absences are for illness, medical/dental appointments, bereavement for immediate family members and court appearances If a student is absent for more than 5 days due to medical reasons, the student must present a doctor’s note to re-enter school TARDIES: -Period 1 students sent to dean after 10 minutes -Periods 2 – 6 students sent to dean after 5 minutes

22. HIGH SCHOOL COURSEWORK AND GOALS

23. IGP INDIVIDUALIZED GRADUATION PLAN • A FOUR YEAR PLAN • SUBJECT TO ANNUAL UPDATES • STUDENT, COUNSELOR, PARENT

24. Graduation Requirements • English 40 credits • Mathematics 20 credits • Science 20 credits • Social Science 30 credits • Physical Ed. 20 credits • Health / Life Skills 10 credits • Visual & Performing Art 10 credits • Applied Technology 10 credits • Foreign Language • Electives 70 credits Service Learning High School Exit Exam Computer Literacy

25. Visual/Performing Arts Art Drama Music

26. APPLIED TECHNOLOGY • 10 credits required for diploma • In the past, referred to as the “shop” classes • Examples at Venice High: Auto Mechanics ROP Courses Computer Courses Landscaping Sports Therapy Culinary Arts Graphic Arts

27. Progress for Completion of High School • 5 week progress reports/20 week report card • Transcript • TR04 or TR 05 –will be distributed at the end of the presentation for your individual child

28. HIGH SCHOOL INFORMATION

29. Education Options • Many options are available for students to • make-up credits. These include: • Adult School • LAUSD Online Program • City of Angels Virtual Academy (online) • Regional Occupational Program • After-School Classes • Community Colleges Classes

30. College Prep • Our college preparatory program is enhanced by • the following: • Comprehensive core and elective course offerings to meet A-G requirements • 15 Challenging Advanced Placement Classes • 11 Honors Classes • Gifted and Talented Program • School for Advanced Studies • Advancement via Individual Determination • (AVID)

31. AB 540Access to College for ALL! • AB 540 is a California law. This law mandates that qualified undocumented students pay the equivalent of in-state tuition at all public colleges and universities in California.

32. Regional Occupation Program (Career Technical Programs) • Regional Occupational Program (ROP) is a public education service that provides practical, hands-on career preparation and career guidance. • LAUSD ROP is one of 72 ROP's in the state of California. • ROP classes provide students with technical skills required for particular jobs. • ROP classes also may provide community-based internships in local business and industry sites

33. Regional Occupational Program ROP Classes at Venice High include: • Auto Tech • Careers with Children • Computer Operations • Culinary Arts • Office Procedures • Landscaping • Sports Therapy

34. Airport Management Introduction to Retail Merchandising Sales Retail Merchandising Sales Clerk Security Guard Training Regional Occupational Program Community-Based ROP Classes include: • Animal Caretaking • Veterinary Technician • Performing Artist • Banking Operations • Banking Management • Nursing Assistant • Police Officer Training

35. Passing the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) CAHSEE is a two part test (math and language arts) that students MUST PASS to earn a high school diploma.

36. CAHSEE - MATH • The math test includes: • Basic Arithmetic Problems • Algebra Concepts

37. CAHSEE – Language Arts The language arts section tests students’ knowledge of: • Reading Comprehension • Grammar/Sentence Structure • Writing Skills

38. CAHSEE • The test is offered: • Spring semester --for 10th graders • Several times per year for 11th graders • Bi-monthly for 12th graders • CASHEE Intervention/Support is available: • Through LAUSD Online Tutorial • CAHSEE Prep Classes • After-School Tutoring

39. Alternative Educational Options • Numerous Alternative School Programs are open to students: Local Schools include: • Phoenix High School – Continuation School • Venice Skills Center – AEWC/Independent Study • Westchester AEWC – AEWC/Independent Study • Central High School – Continuation School • City of Angels – Independent Study • Opportunities for Learning – Independent Study • Venice Adult School – Independent Study/Evening Classes

40. INTERVENTION • Study Skills • After school tutoring • Developing reading in the content areas • CAHSEE ELA Support (Website/workbook) • CAHSEE Math Support (Website/workbook) • Summer School • Credit for ESS/ELA Classes (2.5) • Weekly Progress Reports

41. Helpful Web Sites www. • eastbayworks.org (jobs) • Jobstar.org/hidden/ network.cfm • cde.ca.gov/shsd/aci/ stc002.html (school to career) • cde.ca.gov/shsd/aci/tp/ • calapprenticeship.org (apprenticeships) • dir.ca.gov/DAS/das.html • todaysmilitary.com (military) • militarycareers.com • californiacolleges.edu www. • ca.gov (CA ed resources) • Cccco.edu (CommCol) • csumentor.edu (CSU) • ucop.edu/pathways/ (UC) • Cacareerzone.org (careers) • CaliforniaCareers.info/ccpg

42. COMMUNITY SERVICE • If a Venice High School student plans to participate in the GRADUATION CEREMONY next June, it is a VHS requirement that all graduates complete 10 hours of Community Service per years at VHS. (Example: If the student has been at Venice HS for 4 years, he/she would have to complete at least 40 hours of community service by their senior year.) • Community service cards (to report hours) and brochures are available in the Counseling Office and the Magnet Office. • During the 2010-2011 school year, a parent has volunteered to collect and maintain the bookkeeping for community service hours. When her schedule for receiving hours is determined, it will be advertised to the students and posted on the website. • Community service is NOT required to earn an LAUSD diploma.

43. For further information and to obtain a copy of tonight’s Power Point presentation, please go to: www.venicehigh.net and access the Counselors’ Corner and follow the link to Graduation Planning Workshop.