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Terra Nova High School
Freshmen and Sophomore Parent Night
September 19, 2013
Counselors
Sabrina Wilson
Last Names A-He
550-7675 – [email protected]
Jennifer Gordon
Last Names Hi-Sa
550-7677 - [email protected]
Maritza Torres
Last Names Sc-Z
550 – 7676 – [email protected]
Where We Were
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Elementary/Middle School
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Smaller Setting
Fewer Teachers
More Flexible Curriculum
Closer Oversight
Where We Are Going
• College
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Vocational Training
Job Market
Military
Volunteer Programs
How We can Help
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Teach
– Advice vs. action
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Information vs. solutions
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Self Advocacy vs. intervention
Supporting Students
At home
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Provide quite time and a place for students to
complete work
Be aware of course syllabus for each class and
review student daily planner for assignment
completion
Prepare for morning rush by making
sure student has materials for next day
(binders, homework, p.e. clothes, lunch)
Supporting Students
At school
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Establish regular contact with teachers
via ParentVUE, e-mail or weekly progress report
forms
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Find out when teachers are available for support
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Schedule parent/teacher conferences
Stay Connected
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Terra Nova Times
TN website
* Daily Bulletin
ParentVUE
Phone Messages
* Attendance/Information
Resources
Counselors
 Monitor academic progress
 Four year plan
 Postsecondary Planning
 Additional support with teachers
 Special Services Counselor
 Outside Referrals
 Conferences with student and teachers
Facilities
Library
Hours of Operation
M-Fri, 7:30 a.m.- 2:45 p.m.
 Computer Lab
 Career Center
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Freshmen Grades Do Count!
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Colleges verify that 9th grade CP classes are passed with
at least a C grade
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Recommendations for classes for future/advanced
classes are dependent on grades in prerequisite classes
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GPA for honors at graduation is cumulative
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GPA is used for California Scholarship Federation
Terra Nova High School
Graduation Requirements
(1) Earn total of 225 credits
(2) Pass subject requirements
(3) Pass the California High School
Exit Exam (CAHSEE)
Terra Nova High School
Graduation Requirements
English - 4 years
Math- 3 years
Science- 2 years
1 year biological and 1 year physical
Social Studies - 3 years
1 year World History, 1 year US History,
1 semester Government, 1 semester Economics
Foreign Language or Fine Arts - 1 year
Vocational Arts - 1 year
Business, Home Economics, or Industrial Technology
Physical Education - 2 years
Health- 1 semester
Electives - X number of units needed for graduation
California High School
Exit Exam (CAHSEE)
Date: March 18th and 19th
2 Sections:
(1) English Language Arts
(2) Math
Students must pass each section with a score of
350 or higher
www.cde.ca.gov/statetests/cahsee
CAHSEE Overview
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The first opportunity students have to take the
CAHSEE is in grade 10.
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Students have additional opportunities to take
the part(s) of the CAHSEE not yet passed
throughout high school
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Students shall retake only the portion(s) of the
exam not previously passed
Exam Content
Day One: English-Language Arts (ELA)
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72 multiple-choice items
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1 writing task
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7 multiple-choice field test items
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Assesses content standards through grade 10 in reading
and writing
ELA Strands
Six strands addressed on CAHSEE:
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Word Analysis
Reading Comprehension
Literary Response and Analysis
Writing Strategies
Writing Conventions
Writing Applications
Exam Content: Math
Day Two: Math
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80 multiple-choice items
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12 field test multiple-choice items
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Assesses grades 6 and 7 content
standards, in addition to Algebra I
Math Strands
Six strands addressed on CAHSEE:
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Number Sense
Statistics, Data Analysis, and Probability
Measurement and Geometry
Algebra and Functions
Algebra I
Mathematical Reasoning
College Systems in California
4 College Systems
(1) Community Colleges (109)
(2) California State University (23)
(3) University of California (10)
(4) Private Colleges (77+)
Community College
Eligibility Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
 18 years of age or older
Reasons to Consider
 An excellent value - $46/unit
 Transfer agreements
 Job skills for a career
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CSU and UC
Eligibility Requirements
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Subject Requirement
Testing Requirement
GPA Requirement
UC schools will use comprehensive
review to admit students (academics,
extracurricular activities, personal
statement, special circumstances).
CSU and UC
“a-g” Subject Requirements
A. History/Social Science - 2 years
B. English - 4 years
C. Math (Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II)
3 years (4 recommended)
D. Lab Science (1 Biological, 1 Physical)
2 years (3 recommended)
E. Language Other than English (Same Language)
2 years (3 recommended)
F. Visual and Performing Arts - 1 year
G. College Prep Elective - 1 year
Must earn a “C” or better both semesters
https:pathways2.ucop.edu/doorways/list/site
CSU & UC
Testing Requirement
CSU
SAT Reasoning or ACT
UC
SAT Reasoning or ACT with writing
optional:
SAT Subject Tests- 2 subject tests in 2 different areas:
History/Social Science, English Literature, Math II, Lab
Science, or Language other than English
College Admissions
Recommended Testing Timeline
www.collegeboard.com
10th grade
 PSAT – October 19th
11th grade
 PSAT- October/19th Saturday
– Offered once a year at TNHS
 SAT Reasoning or ACT with writing - Spring
 SAT Subject Tests (if needed)- June
– U.S. History, Math II, English Literature, Lab Science, or
Language other than English
12th grade
 Repeat SAT’s/ACT’s to Improve Scores
– October, November or December
CSU & UC GPA Requirement
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GPA calculated beginning in 10th grade for approved “a-g”
courses only
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Minimum GPA required for CSU Eligibility is a 2.7, competitive
GPA is a 3.2 or higher
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Minimum GPA required for UC Eligibility is a 3.0, competitive
GPA is a 4.0 or higher
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Additional grade points given for grades of C or better in
approved Honors or Advanced Placement Courses and
transferable college courses
Eligibility vs. Selectivity
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Meeting eligibility requirements does not
guarantee admission
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To be selective in the admissions process, it is
recommended that students complete
additional college preparatory coursework
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For selectivity, GPA and test scores need to be
above minimum requirements
Private Colleges and Eligibility
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Check with each college for specific subject and testing
requirements
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Generally speaking, meeting eligibility requirements for
CSU & UC satisfy the requirements for private
colleges
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Private colleges use “comprehensive review” to admit
students
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Letters of recommendation are required for private
schools
College Exploration
Explore Majors
Use Naviance: Family Connections
College Matching
Visit Websites
Visit Campuses
Career & College Center
Heather Campagna– [email protected]
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Career/College Exploration
Catalogs, Videos, DVD’s
College Outreach/Recruiters/Visits
Work Permits
Financial Aid/Scholarships
Volunteering
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Gain work experience, skills, and
confidence
Explore various career fields
Help people in need
Meet new people
Letters of Recommendation for college
and job applications
Be part of a team and have fun
Volunteering Resources
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Terra Nova Career Center
(650) 550-7604
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City of Pacifica
(650) 738-7300
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The Volunteer Center
Serving San Mateo & San Francisco
Counties
(650) 235-3550 ext. 225
www.thevolunteercenter.net
Summer Programs
Public and Private College
Summer Enrichment Programs
Community College
Concurrent Enrollment
Regional Occupational Program