Transcript Torrey Pines High School

Torrey Pines High School
11th Grade Presentation
Class of 2009
Our Goal…
*Discuss TPHS Graduation Requirements
*Explore Post High School Options
*Explain the Letter of Recommendation
*Discuss Testing Information & Dates
*Explain Financial Aid and Scholarship
Information
*Career Exploration
Who is your School Counselor?
Jayme Williams
A-Chi
Lauren Dowell
Jb-Mao
Brennan Dean
Chj-Gh
Sally Gervasini
Mar-P
Mary Sanchez-Allwein
Gi-Ja &
EL students
Stephanie Muh
Ashley Moritz
Tas-Z & AVID students
Q-Tar
Transcripts
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Check your transcripts for the following:
Correct Name, Address
Off campus classes
Credits
Grades
Courses taken in the correct year
Graduation Status
CSIS ID # = SSID # (UC System Only)
General High School Requirements
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Complete a minimum of 230 credits.
Complete all course requirements.
Pass the California High School Exit Exam
in:
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Language Arts
Mathematics
Passing Algebra I is a state mandated graduation
requirement.
Required High School Courses
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English: 4 years
Science: 2 years (Life, Physical)
Mathematics: 3 years (must complete Alg 1)
History: 3 years
PE: 2 years
Health: 1 semester
Practical Art: 1 semester
VPA: 1 year
Electives: 7 classes needed
Summer School Courses at TPHS
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Some summer school courses are offered for
repeat and acceleration through TPHS.
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Information is available in March in the counseling
office.
Courses offered for acceleration have a
limited space available. A lottery may be
used to fill these spaces.
Off Campus Courses
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Students must receive approval from their counselor prior to
taking a class off campus.
– The off campus permission form must be signed by a parent
and on record with the counselor.
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Students may also take courses at the local community
colleges.
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Students may only take up to 30 credits off campus at other
high schools or colleges.
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Language courses that are not offered at TPHS do not count
toward the 30 credit maximum
Resources
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Peer Tutoring Network
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Appointment-based peer-to-peer tutoring service
Contact [email protected] for more
information
Department Tutoring (see handout)
Library Online Resource Guide
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For more information, visit
http://access.gale.com/torreypines/
STAR Testing
April 2008
Early Assessment Program (EAP)
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Optional portion of STAR exam
Assesses students in Math and English for course
placement at CSU campuses
Students who voluntarily answer the English multiple
choice questions must also complete a 45 min.
essay in a separate booklet at a separate time.
Highly recommended to participate
Why take the EAP test?
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Earn an exemption from the CSU required
English and/or math placement exams.
Identify additional preparation needed for
college level courses.
Adjust senior-year coursework to prepare for
college-level courses.
Post High School Options
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Applied Technical Schools
Military
Community College
Four-Year University
Community Colleges
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IGETC Program: Guarantees admission to
specific UC campuses and CSU campuses
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TAG Program: Honors program guarantees
admission to specific UC campuses
California State Universities (CSU)
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23 campuses
Applicants must meet the A-G subject requirements
Apply online @ www.csumentor.edu
Admission determined by eligibility index:
SAT (V&M) + (800 x GPA*) = 2900 or above
(10 x composite ACT score) + (200 x GPA*) = 694 or above
* 10-12 GPA
University of California (UC)
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9 campuses
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Visit: pathways.ucop.edu/doorways/list for a complete list of
Torrey Pines High School UC approved courses
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Applicants must meet the A-G subject requirements
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Apply online @ www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply
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Application determined by comprehensive review
process
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CSIS ID # = SSID #
UC Eligibility Index
Use the UC eligibility calculation
form to determine if you are
eligible for admission:
www.universityofcalifornia.edu
UC/CSU Subject Requirements
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A: History/ Social Science: 2 years required
B: English: 4 years required
C: Math: 3 years required/ 4 yrs recommended
D: Lab Science: 2 yrs required/ 3 recommended
E: Foreign Language: 2 yrs required/ 3 yrs
recommended
F: Visual/ Performing Arts: 1 year required
G: Electives: 1 year required
“D” Grades
UC and CSU campuses consider a D grade in a required subject
a Subject Omission.
Students who have received a D grade in a required course need to
repeat the course in order to be eligible to apply to a UC or CSU
campus…
HOWEVER…there are exceptions…
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Math
World Languages
*See your counselor for specific information*
Private/ Out of State
College Options
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Admission requirements vary by institution
2. Often use “committee” type admission process
3. Students should check with individual campuses to
determine admission requirements & deadlines
4. Many campuses use the Common Application (Visit
www.commonapp.org for more information)
5. Download TPHS letter of Recommendation packet
(available at www.tphs.net)
Letter of Recommendation Packet
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Purpose of Letter of Recommendation
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Only for private and out of state colleges & UniversitiesUC/ CSU do not accept letters of recommendation
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Available online at www.tphs.net
Committee Selection vs. Eligibility Index
Committee Selection- Private/ Out of State
Student applicants are reviewed in the context of their entire application.
Extracurricular activities, leadership opportunities and community
service play a significant role.
Eligibility Index- CSU
Campuses use a mathematical equation to determine eligibility, primarily
based on GPA and test scores. Index will vary by campus.
Comprehensive Review- UC
Campuses review students based on specific criteria (varies by campus).
Please visit individual UC campus website to read detailed information
on each campuses’ comprehensive review process.
College Visits in Fall
Do you want to meet college reps?
If so, visit Naviance to view and sign up for
scheduled rep visits starting in the fall.
College Admission Testing Requirements
University of California:
●Require SAT reasoning or ACT (w/ writing)
●2 Subject exams in 2 different areas*
California State Universities:
●Require SAT or ACT
* Check specific program testing requirements- as some
majors require certain subject tests
www.fairtest.org: great resource to view a list of colleges and universities that do not
require a SAT or ACT exam for admission
SAT I Reasoning Information
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The exam covers three subject areas:
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Students should be prepared for these exams by the Spring
of their junior year
To register visit www.collegeboard.com
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Critical reading
Math (Up to Algebra II)
Writing
Upcoming test dates: March 1st, May 3rd, June 7th
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SAT II Subject Tests
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This is a supplemental exam that is required by UC
schools and some private and out of state schools.
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Most of these schools require 2 if not 3 exams in
different subject areas.
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College board also creates the AP exam so if you
are in an AP class you should also sign up to take
the subject test in that course.
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Check individual college websites to confirm test
requirements.
ACT Testing Information
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The exam covers five subject areas:
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English Grammar
Math (Up to trigonometry)
Reading Comprehension
Science Reasoning
Writing (Optional)
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Students should be prepared for these exams by the Spring of
their junior year
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To register visit www.act.org
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Upcoming test dates: February 9th, April 12th, June 14th
College Athletes
NCAA Clearinghouse:
●Ensure you are meeting the NCAA course requirements
●Don’t forget to register online @
www.ncaaclearinghouse.net once you have completed
Junior year.
●Make sure to send official transcript to NCAA, see
registrar
Financial Aid / Scholarships
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All students should apply beginning January 2009
Visit www.fafsa.gov to download FAFSA form
More scholarship information on www.tphs.net
CSS/ Profile:
- Similar to FAFSA
- Certain private Universities use this form to
determine financial aid eligibility
TPHS College & Career Center (CCC)
The new and improved CCC is now open and
located in Room 401!!!
Center Hours:
Tuesday 7:30am-3:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am-3:30pm
Thursday 7:30am-3:30pm
* Be sure to visit with our center advisor, Loveena Bhagwat
for information regarding college and career
Naviance!
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Computer program to help prepare for and
research college options
http://connection.naviance.com/tphs
Use your TPHS ID number to register
Great to use to start your “resume” and
college searches
Ask your counselor or stop by the CCC if you
have questions
College/Career Exploration
We encourage students to explore career and college
options through a variety of ways.
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Use the Choices program to research colleges and
careers
– Access program by visiting www.bridges.com
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To receive a password, email Mr. Dean at
[email protected] (type “password” in the subject
line)
Visit the College and Career Center for more information
PLAN Results also indicate career suggestions
Upcoming Events…
March 12, 2008
College Night- Learn about admission practices,
writing the college essay, SAT’s, athletics and
much more.
May 15, 2008
Career Day- New format, industry
professionals will be visiting classrooms, and will
also be available at lunch for individual
conversations.
The last day to drop
a class…
… without any record on your transcript is
Thursday, February 28th, 2008
The last day to Withdraw from a class is
Friday, April 2nd, 2008
(a W will appear on your transcript)
Enjoy Your Junior Year!
Remember to contact your counselor for more
information:
Ms. Williams: A-Chi
Mr. Dean: Chj-Gh
Mrs. Sanchez-Allwein: Gi-Jb (& ELL students)
Ms. Dowell: Jb-Mao
Ms. Gervasini: Mar-P
Ms. Moritz: Q-Tar
Ms. Muh: Tas-Z (& AVID students)