Transcript 10th Grade Advisement Class of 2014

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Grade Advisement
Class of 2014
Parent Night March 1st
7:00-8:00
Counselor Webpage:
http://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/counseling/index.html
Required Junior Classes
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English
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Math (3 years required)
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Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra 2-Trigomometry
Personal Finance
Pre-Calculus
AP Calculus AB or BC
AP Statistics
History
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AP English Language Composition
American Studies English
ELD
AP US History
American Studies History
Science (2 years required)
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Basic Life Science/ Biology
Science 1/Chemistry/Honors Chemistry
Anatomy-Physiology/Physics/AP Chemistry/AP Biology
Additional Junior Class Options
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World Language
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Additional Electives (1-3 depending on over all schedule)
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Spanish
French
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
Leadership
Inside Work Experience (IWE)-1 Year max
Physical Education Elective
6/7 Periods
 6 classes are required, some student opt for 7 classes but this is
not guaranteed.
Extra Curricular Activities
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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 10th should be at 120 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 (CAHEE)
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)
Acad. GPA (9-12)
Acad. GPA (10-12)
Total GPA (9-12)
Weighted
Non-Wgtd.
3.6957
3.4783
3.6562
3.3438
3.7200
3.5200
Credit Attempted 90
Credits Completed 90
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
Comp.l
5.00
10.00
5.00
5.00
10.00
15.00
10.00
25.00
90.00
Algebra 1 Requirement Met
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5.00
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Needed
5.00
5.00
5.00
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15.00
5.00
10.00
5.00
55.00
140.00
10.00
5.00
10.00
10.00
College Entrance Tests
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PSAT
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ACT with Writing
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Take spring junior year
Test sections: English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing
Measures “What you know”
SAT
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Take next October/Qualify for National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
(NMSQT) possibilities
Test sections: Critical Reading, Math, Writing Skills
Check YES-Student Search Services
Take spring junior year
Test sections: Critical Reading, Math, Writing
Measures “How you know it”
SAT Subject tests
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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
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Continue to research this year
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Get a Social Security Card
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In session
Take tours
Talk to students on campus
Visit college fairs
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Starting your junior year, you will need it for college and financial aid applications
Attend AHS College Night/Financial Aid Night
Visit Campuses
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Start at the AHS counselor website:
http://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/counseling/index.html
List of 3-4 Dream/Reach, 3-4 Good/Probable, 3-4 Safe/Acceptable Schools
Plan to apply to 8-12 schools
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)
Prospective College Athletes
Check out Counselor Student Athlete Website
http://px.martinez.k12.ca.us/ahs-counseling/athletes.htm
– 4 year plan
Check out NCAA Web site
– www.ncaa.org or www.ncaaclearinghouse.net
– Print the “Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete.”
– Register at the end of your junior year
– NCAA Core course requirements (Important: The requirements are
changing)
Div 1: 16 core course are still required, but starting August 2015 there are new
academic rules
Div 2: Starting August 2013 16 core courses not 14 will be required
Students should check the NCAA site for the specifics
Other Options
– National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics www.naia.org
– National Christian College Athletic Association www.thenccaa.org
– National Junior College Athletic Association www.njcaa.org
Start athletic resume/video of skills.
Talk with coach about your potential.
Contact coaches at prospective colleges.
Participate in tournaments/events where potential college scouts may
be.
Continue college search, make lists of abilities, preferences, personal
qualities.
Online Scheduling for
School Year 2012-2013
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March 12th to March 23rd
You will need:
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A Copy of your transcript
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Web Address: AHS Home Page:
http://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/counseling/index.html
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Student User Name: (Used to log on to school computers)
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Student/Password: (Used to log on to school computers)
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Course Catalog for 2012-2013 which is only available online
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Grade level course planning guide
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It is recommended to complete the 4-year course planning guide
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Parent/Guardian for Advice/Review
Changes To Locked Classes
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AP Classes: sign up as an additional class. We will remove the non-AP
class from your schedule once the recommendation has been confirmed
Alternate Electives:
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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.
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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
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Career interest inventory
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College search/SAT
• http://www.cacareerzone.org/index.html
• www.collegeboard.com
• ACT
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• 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.
• Financial Aid
• AHS Scholarship Bulletin
http://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/counseling/scholarshi
p.bulletin.htm
• Fast Web: www.fastweb.com
• FAFSA: www.fafsa.ed.gov.
• Cal Grant: www.calgrants.org