Transcript Eleventh Grade Spring Check Up

WHS Ninth Grade Parent Night
Alexandra Purchase (A-F)
Tiffany Sapienza (G-Ld)
Sara Ackelson (Le-Q)
Tania Barricklow (R-Z)
Philip Drasner (Student Support Counselor)
Unique Challenges of the 9th
Grade
Transition
- Larger campus
- New social groups
 Organization
- Longer, more involved
assignments
 Long Term planning
- College
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The Counselor’s Role
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Academic
College
Career
Personal/social
How do I contact my
counselor?
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Your student can sign up for an appointment in the
Counseling Office or drop by at lunch (except
Thursdays) or after school
Call or email to schedule an appointment or a phone
conference:
 [email protected] or x7610 (A-F)
 [email protected] or x7609 (G-Ld)
 [email protected] or x7611 (Le-Q)
 [email protected] or x7612 (R-Z)
 [email protected] or x7702 (Student Support)
How do I find out how my
student is doing in class?
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Contacting the teacher directly
Parent Connect (instructions were mailed home the
week of November 5th)
Quarterly and semester report cards
Progress reports - from teacher sent every 5th week
if student is receiving a D or F, or a U in
Citizenship.
Grade checks by counselor per parent request
Weekly Progress Reports - Student picks up on a
Friday from the Counseling Office, also available
on West High’s website.
What do I do if my student is
having difficulty?
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Student can get help
from teacher
Parent-Teacher
Conference
Tutorial Center:
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Wednesday at Lunch in
Room 5106
Tues, Wed, and Thurs
After School from 3-4pm
in the Library
Communication
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Grade level Parent Nights
Back-to-school Night
College Night - in October
The Counseling Office Bulletin (COB)
Principal’s and PTSA newsletter
College Fair - District College Fair at WHS on
February 23rd from 11am – 2 pm
West High website: www.whs.tusd.org
Parent – Teacher Communication
Why?
Questions or concerns regarding your student’s
progress in class.
 How?
By phone or e-mail (Contact information on WHS
website)
 When?
Anytime. The call will go directly to voicemail and
the teacher will return the message as soon as
possible.
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Student Involvement on
Campus
 Freshman
 Athletic
 Clubs
Focus
Teams
Freshman Focus
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Juniors and Seniors
visit freshman classes
during the Fall (once
per month) to inform
students about
activities, clubs, ASB,
athletics and other
ways of getting
involved on campus.
Athletic Teams
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All athletes meet
with their team
during 6th period.
Students must tryout
for most teams prior
to the season and
maintain a 2.0 GPA
and satisfactory
citizenship.
Clubs
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There are approximately
50 clubs on our campus.
Students are encouraged
to find a few clubs of
interest and maintain
involvement throughout
high school. See
handout for list of clubs
and their sponsors.
High School Graduation
Requirements
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220 total credits in the
required subjects. An
average of 60 credits per
year.
Six semesters of excellent
or satisfactory
citizenship
Students also need to
pass the California High
School Exit Exam
(CAHSEE).
Graduation Requirements
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English 40 credits
Social Science 30 credits including:
World History 10; US History 10; Govt/Econ 10
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Mathematics 20 credits: Algebra minimum
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Science 20 credits (physical and biological)
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Health 5 credits
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Foreign Language/ V P Arts 10 credits
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Physical Education 20 credits
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Electives 75 credits
What if my student falls
behind?
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Summer School is
recommended if a
student fails a required
class during his/her
freshman year.
Hamilton Adult School
(16 years old or a
Junior)
SCROC - elective credit
only (15 years old or a
sophomore)
Summer School Options
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West High (TUSD) - for students who
failed a core class or earned a “D”grade.
Marymount College - for advancement or
to make up a D or F grade. This is tuitionbased for subjects not offered in TUSD
summer school (approx. $190/5credits)
El Camino College – open to 11th and 12th
grade students.
BYU Online
Laurel Springs
School Policies
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Tardies - 4 or more per
quarter = U in citizenship
Truancies
Academic Honesty Policy
- automatic U in
citizenship and 0 on
assignment.
Cheating referrals may
affect local scholarships in
senior year.
Attendance Procedures
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Anytime a student is absent from school he/she
must have a note stating the reason, date of
absence and a contact number.
When returning to school after an absence
students are required to bring a valid ID to the
Attendance Office and receive an official
readmit to class.
If parent does not notify school of a reason by
note or phone, student is given truancy.
Attendance Procedures (cont.)
You will receive an automatic phone call
when your student is absent for any
reason.
 An off campus pass is needed when a
student needs to leave school during the
school day. A note from parent including
a phone number to verify information is
needed.
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Tips for Success
 Aim for a high GPA.
 Take challenging courses
Take the PSAT in October
 Get Organized! Obtain a student planner or
personal organizer. Available in Student Activities
office for $5 (Rm 4139).
 Create a personal resume file.
Get to know your teachers and counselor.
Community College
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High School diploma or 18 years of age
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Local, inexpensive option to continue schooling.
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Wide choice of programs to enter vocational fields,
or transfer to a four-year university.
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TAG – Transfer Agreement Guarantee
4-Year Colleges and Universities
Public Universities
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UC
www.universityofcalifornia.edu
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Cal State University
www.csumentor.edu
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Out of State
Private Universities
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Numerous choices throughout the
U.S.
www.aiccu.edu
A-G Requirements for College
Entrance
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A. History and Social Science (2 years)
B. English (4 years)
C. Mathematics (3 years, 4 years recommended)
D. Science (2 year Lab Science, 3 years
recommended)
E. Foreign Language (2 years, 3 years
recommended)
F. Visual/Performing Arts (1 year)
G. College Prep Elective (1 year)
Other Requirements and Tips for
College Entrance
SAT Reasoning or ACT (with writing)
 SAT Subject Tests
 Choose challenging and rigorous courses
 Community Service
 No “D” grades accepted
 Repeated grades will be calculated into
GPA
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Other Post Secondary Options
 Vocational
Training
 Military
 Workforce
Questions?
Thank you for coming…
HAVE A GREAT NIGHT!