Transcript Mrs. Holly LaBarbera A-G (423-2411) Mr. Mike LaFleur H-O (423-2412) Mrs. Kelly Villarreal P-W (423-2413) Mrs.

Mrs. Holly LaBarbera
A-G (423-2411)
Mr. Mike LaFleur
H-O (423-2412)
Mrs. Kelly Villarreal
P-W (423-2413)
Mrs. Elena Mikhailova
X-Z / College Eligibility Project (423-2462)
Mrs. Jan Yee
College and Career Center (423-2445)
 Graduation Requirements
 4 Year Planning
 Post Secondary Options
 Successful Student Habits
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Questions
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Big decisions are made sophomore year!
 Decisions affect post secondary options/pathways
 Course schedule will be customized to meet post
secondary plan
Graduation Subject
Requirements
English
Math
Social Science
40
20 (must pass Algebra I)
30 (World History (10), U.S. Hist. (10)
Civics (5), Economics (5)
Science
Physical Education
World Language
Practical Art/Fine Art
TOTAL CREDITS 230
20 (Physical – 10, Natural – 10)
25 (must include Health)
10
15 (at least 1 semester in each category)
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Credits Required:
230
 9th : 6 classes x 10 units: 60
 10th: 6 classes x 10 units: 60
 11th: 6 classes x 10 units: 60
 12th : 6 classes x 10 units: 60
Total = 240 units
Junior year and Senior year = 5 required courses
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Private Summer School
Online Providers
District “Night School”
Wilcox High School ‘WILL’ program
Mission Community College on Wilcox Campus
Community College
 Available after completion of sophomore year
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Alternative Education High Schools
 New Valley/ Gateway High School/Wilson High School
NOTE: 4 Year Colleges do not accept ‘D’ grades in academic
subjects– these courses must be taken over and earn a grade of
A,B, or C
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Exit Exam (CAHSEE)
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Community Service (20 hours)
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Technology (Computer Literacy)
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2 Sections - Language Arts and Math
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Test Opportunities
 ALL sophomores will take the test in March.
 IF NEEDED they will retest as juniors and/or seniors
▪ Only need to take the section not yet passed
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Our first time sophomore pass rate is: 95% Math
and 99% ELA
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Hours may be completed with any non-profit
organization
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Colleges like to see students utilize service hours to
support the local community
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Need ideas? See the ASB Office or your counselor
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We only post 20 hours on the transcript
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Must complete 1 semester of Technology Literacy to
graduate
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Normally taken sophomore or junior year
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May be waived if:
 Passed technology course and exam in middle school
(noted on transcript)
 Take and pass the technology test-out at Wilcox
▪ Winter test dates: December 3rd and December 4th
▪ **Still need Practical Art credits to graduate.
Planning that takes place in high school to
assist students toward their post secondary
goal:
▪ Deciding- career pathway
▪ Exploring- educational options
▪ Establishing- high school courses to support the
post secondary goal
Process:
▪ Middle School - conversation about career
▪ Freshman Year - take interest inventory through
Navigator
▪ Sophomore Year - counselors meet with every
student to determine a post secondary plan
We encourage parents to be part of this process!
 Tools-Navigator and Aeries
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District adopted tool: career exploration for all post
secondary pathways
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Post secondary options
 4 year college
 2 year college (community college)
 Career Technical Education/Vocational Education
 Military
 Work
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“a-g” Course Requirements:
“a” History/Social Science- 2 years
“b” English- 4 years
“c” Mathematics- 3 years, 4 rec
“d” Laboratory Science- 2 years, 3 rec
“e” Language other than English- 2 years, 3 rec
“f” Visual and Performing Arts- 1 year
“g” College Preparatory Elective- 1 year
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Grade Point Average
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SAT/ACT Scores
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Sophomore Year
 Research career options/colleges
 *All sophomores were given the opportunity to take the
PSAT free of charge, on the Wilcox HS campus this year!
(helps with planning for next 2 years)
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Junior Year
 PSAT (Oct.)
 SAT/ACT (spring)
 Create a college list/summer preparation for senior year
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Senior Year
 SAT/ACT (Oct., Nov. or Dec. if needed)
 Financial Aid ‘FAFSA’ registration (Jan.)
 Apply for scholarships (College and Career Center)
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Public (UC)
 University of California (top 9%)
 UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UCLA….
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Public (CSU)
 California State University (top 33%)
 San Jose State, Chico State, Cal Poly…
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Private
 Santa Clara University, Stanford University…
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Out of State Colleges/Universities
What steps should I take when making up my college list?
Process
Problems
People
College List
My College List
Colleges I would like to attend, low acceptance
percentage rate
Doubtful - 3 colleges Max
Possibilities
6 college Max
There is a good possibility that I would be accepted
Likely
3 College Max
It is very likely I would get accepted into one
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Parchment is an account that our students will use to submit transcripts
to the colleges that they will attend
Once they are in the system they will be able to use this account
throughout their life.
By the time your student is a Junior we strongly encourage them to set
up an account.
Students must be the person who signs up, not the parent
Keep the login and password in a safe place so that you will always
have access to them
Parchment.com is the web site you register into
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SAT I or ACT
 Plus Writing
 Take in Spring of Junior and Fall of Senior year
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SAT II (Recommended for UC Schools, esp. if majoring in
math/science/engineering. For private colleges, check website for
preferences.)
 Subject Tests (2)
- Choose academic strength or potential major
- Take tests in 10th-12th grade
The redesigned SAT will focus on the knowledge and skills that current research shows are
most essential for college and career readiness and success. The exam will reflect the best of
classwork.
~ Collegeboard
8 Key Changes:
Relevant words in context – words that have everyday relevance, students will interpret
word meaning within the context of a passage
Command of evidence – evidence based reading and writing section including graphs,
passages from literature and literary non-fiction texts in the humanities, science, history social
studies and career related sources. Students will be analyzing a source and determine how an
argument is built based on evidence
Essay analyzing a source - focuses on close reading, careful analysis and clear writing.
Students will read a variety of arguments and analyze how authors write (this portion will be
optional, however some colleges may require it)
Focus on math that matters most- 3 essential areas: Problem Solving and Data Analysis
(ratios, percentages, proportional reasoning to solve problems in science), the Heart of Algebra
(mastery of linear equations and systems) and Passport to Advanced Math (complex equations
and their manipulation).
Problems grounded in real-world contexts- students are asked to edit, revise and improve
texts from humanities, history, social science and career contexts. Also a math portion will
feature multi applications to solve problems relating to science, social science, career scenarios
and real life contexts
Analysis in science and in history/social studies- students apply reading, writing, language
and math skills to answer questions in science, history and social studies contexts. i.e.
evaluating bacteria growth or traffic congestion followed by a series of questions around a
graph
Founding documents and great global conversations- for example, evaluating the Bill of
Rights or the Declaration of Independence – one founding document – for example, evaluating
the stance taken in the document
No penalty for wrong answers- Theory behind this change is to encourage students to give
the best answer they have to every problem
Additional information and a sample question for each key change may be found at:
www.collegeboard.org/delivering-opportunity/sat/redesign
**Collegeboard and Khan Academy have partnered up to provide free practice materials.
Available Jan. 2015 at www.collegeboard.org
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www.collegeboard.org/delivering-opportunity/sat
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www.kaptest.com/sat/kaplan-sat-prep/sat-testchange
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Purpose – transfer to a 4 year college or earn a
certification/ 2 year degree
 Counseling 5 course
 TAG, TAA and TAS Agreements
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High School graduation requirements/no SAT or
ACT necessary
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Tips for Success:
 Take the placement test seriously: Practice!
 Pick a major during the first year of community
college
 Attend orientation/ summer bridge program
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Pathway if you know specifically what you want to
do – automotive field, electrician, culinary arts,
CAD drafting
 All pathways offered at community colleges
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Focus: specific training in your specific area makes
one employable
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Wilcox High School students have the opportunity
to start with SVCTE
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Silicon Valley Career Technical Education is a
vocational center providing career technical
education for students to jump-start their career
 Classes available in the morning
 Transportation is free to and from Wilcox
 Earn 30 high school credits per year
 FREE to attend
 Field trip opportunities available
 Variety of program offerings
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Options
 ROTC Reserve Program (on college campuses)
 Serve now and receive benefits for college following
service
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Connect and work closely with a military recruiter
through the College and Career Center/Jan Yee
Designate “Academic Time” each night
(1/2 hour per each academic subject)
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Regularly scheduled time
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Clean, quiet area (no distractions)
 Complete homework
 Review notes
 Read ahead
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Teachers
 Tutoring with teachers: lunch, before, or after
school
 Tutoring during SSR
 Free after school tutoring - with 2 fully credentialed
teachers!
 Read 180, Algebra Support, EL support
(determined by 8th grade Algebra Readiness scores
or current HS grades)
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Counselors
 Make an appointment to see your counselor
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Monitor Organization
 Check student planner for assignments
 Check ALL homework assignments
 Check binder for organization (look at returned work)
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Monitor Progress
 Utilize www.schoolloop.com
 Check “green sheets” for classroom policies
 Contact teachers directly
Thank you!
To schedule an appointment with
your counselor – call 408-423-2414