Transcript 9th Grade Advisement Class of 2015

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Grade Advisement
Class of 2015
Parent Night March 1st
7:00-8:00
Counselor Webpage:
http://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/counseling/index.html
Required Sophomore Classes
• English
– Pre-AP English
– Sophomore English w/o English Support
– ELD
• Math
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Algebra Readiness
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra 2/Trigomometry
Pre-Calculus
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Lifetime Activities
Weight Training
Ultimate Games
Repeat PE 9 if not passed full year
• PE
• Modern World History
Additional Sophomore Class Options
• Science (2 years required)
– Basic Life Science/Biology
– Science 1/Chemistry/ Honors Chemistry
• World Language
– Spanish
– French
• Additional Electives (1-3 depending on over all schedule)
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English/Math/Social Studies Support (Placement based rec. & test scores)
Visual & Performing Art (VPA) Electives
English Electives
Social Science Electives
Industrial Technology Electives
ROP Electives (Minimum age 16)
Leadership
Inside Work Experience (IWE)- 1 year max
• 6/7 Periods
– 6 classes are required, some students opt for 7 classes but this is not
guaranteed.
• Extra Curricular Activities
– AHS offers a variety of sports, clubs and volunteer opportunities.
– Look for summer opportunities: job, internship or volunteer opportunities.
SUBJECT
ALHAMBRA GRADUATION
(230 credits minimum)
By the end of 9th should be at 60 credits
UNIVERSITY OF CA and CA STATE
UNIVERSITY (Also known as A-G
requirements)
(Minimum grade C- A’s & B’s are best)
English
4 years
One class at each grade level, can be a combo
of ELD & English
4 years
All must be College Prep Classes
Fine Arts
1 year
1 year
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World Language
1 year
2 years-(Same Language)
Mathematics
3 years:
1 year Algebra
2 years of additional math
3 years:
Alg. 1, Geometry & Alg. 2 (4 years
Physical
Education
2 years:
1 year must be PE 9
not required
Science
2 years:
1 year Life Science
1 year Physical Science
2 years Lab Science:
1 year Biology
1 year Chemistry or Physics (3 Year
(3 years recommended for UC)
recommended for UC)
recommended for UC)
Social Science
3 years:
1 year Modern World
1 year U.S. History
½ year Civics, ½ year Economics
2 years:
1 yr. Modern World
1 yr. U.S. History
Electives
8 classes
(16 semesters)
1 year College Prep Elective from:
English, Adv. Math, Lab Science, Social Sciences,
Computers, Arts, History, World Language, Etc.
California HS Exit
Exam (CAHSEE)
The test is taken in 10th grade and students
must pass both the English and Math portions.
not required
Transcript
Course Tags:
• * Non Academic (Ex. PE 9)
• + Honors (Ex. Honor Chemistry and/or AP English)
• P College Prep (Ex. English 9)
• r Repeated (rarely used)
Academic GPA
Total GPA (9-12)
Weighted
3.6957
3.7200
Non-Wgtd.
3.6957
3.7200
Note: Next year, the academic GPA will be separated into 9-12 and 10-12 GPA’s
Credit Attempted 30
Credits Completed 30
Class Size 311
Class Rank: 58
10-12 Rank: 78
CAHSEE
ELA: Not Taken
Math: Not Taken
Credit Summary
Subject Area
Modern World
US History
Civics
Econ
English 9
English 10
English 11
English 12
Math
Science Life
Science Physical
Fine/Arts/Language
PE
Health
Computer Application
Life Long Learning
Algebra 1
Electives
*Total*
Credit Req'd.
10.00
10.00
5.00
5.00
10.00
10.00
10.00
10.00
20.00
10.00
10.00
10.00
20.00
10.00
80.00
230.00
Compl.
5.00
5.00
5.00
5.00
5.00
5.00
30.00
Algebra 1 Requirement NOT Met
Needed
10.00
10.00
5.00
5.00
5.00
10.00
10.00
10.00
20.00
10.00
5.00
5.00
15.00
5.00
75.00
200.00
• PSAT
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College Entrance Tests
– Take next October
– Test sections: Critical Reading, Math, Writing Skills
– Take again in Junior year/Qualify for National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
(NMSQT) possibilities
– Check YES-Student Search Services
ACT with Writing
– Take Spring Junior year
– Test Sections: English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing
– Measures “What you know”
SAT
– Take Spring Junior year
– Test Sections: Critical Reading, Math, Writing
– Measures “How you know it”
SAT Subject Tests
– Starting with the fall class of 2012 the UC’s will no longer be requiring SAT
subject tests. However, depending on your major/school they may recommend
subject tests
– Many private colleges require/recommend SAT subject tests
– If student needs them, take Spring Junior year
– Retake Fall Senior year if needed
– Offered in a variety of subject areas: History, Literature, Mathematics (Level 2
only), Science or Language Other Than English.
College Search
• Start researching this year
– Start at the AHS counselor website:
http://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/counseling/index.html
• Visit Campuses
– In session
– Take tours
– Talk to students on campus
• Visit college fairs
– In April, St. Mary’s College offers one of the Bay Area’s biggest college
fairs.
• Look for the right “fit”
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Size
Location
Type and price
Major
Activities available
Your academic match (GPA, test scores, course pattern, etc)
Online Scheduling for
School Year 2012-2013
• You will need:
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March 12th to March 23rd
– A Copy of your transcript
– Web Address: AHS Home Page:
http://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/counseling/index.html
– Student User Name: (Used to log on to school computers)
– Student/Password: (Used to log on to school computers)
– Course Catalog for 2012-2013 which is only available online
– Grade level course planning guide
– It is recommended to complete the 4-year course planning guide
– Parent/Guardian for Advice/Review
Changes To Locked Classes
– Pre-AP English: Sign up as an additional class. We will remove Sophomore English
from your schedule once the recommendation has been confirmed
Alternate Electives:
– Be sure to provide alternate choices for each elective class. If you do not, we will.
Problems? Come to the Counseling Office or the Writing Center for help before the
March 23rd deadline.
Computers are available for student use at the Writing Center and the Library Media
Center during school hours and immediately after school each day.
Websites of interest
• AHS Counseling Web page
– http://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/counseling/index.html
• AHS Webstore
– http://alhambrahs.revtrak.net/tek9.asp
• Career Interest Inventory
– http://www.cacareerzone.org/index.html
• College Search/SAT
– www.collegeboard.com
• ACT
– www.act.org
• CollegeWeekLive
– CollegeWeekLive are free, online events designed to connect
prospective students with colleges and universities in a live,
interactive environment. Go to http://www.collegeweeklive.com/
for more information or to register for free.