AVID’s mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing

all students for college readiness and success in a global society.

A-G Requirements

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• A part of the AVID Program at KHS• A program designed to help students prepare

for entrance into a 4 year college• Focus on Cornell notes, Socratic Seminar,

critical reading strategies, WICOR strategies. College applications, financial aid, team building, and much more

• AVID helps us to make graduation & success a priority

A bit about us…

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• Who uses them?

• What are they used for?

• What are they, and how will students meet them?

• 4 Year Plans

• Pathway Plan of Study

California “a-g” Requirements

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Who uses the “a-g” requirements?

• California State System• www.csumentor.edu

• University of California System• www.universityofcalifornia.edu

(Only public, state schools use the “a-g” requirements. Private colleges and universities each have their own

admission requirements.)

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California State Universities• California Polytechnic University, Pomona• California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo• California State University, Bakersfield • California State University, Channel Islands• California State University, Dominguez Hills• California State University, East Bay • California State University, Fullerton• California State University, Long Beach• California State University, Los Angeles • California State University, Monterey Bay• California State University, Northridge• California State University, Sacramento • California State University, San Bernardino• California State University, San Marcos• California State University, Stanislaus• Chico State University• Fresno State University• Humboldt State University• Maritime Academy• San Diego State University • San Francisco State University• San Jose State University • Sonoma State University

23 CSU Campuses

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University of California Campuses

• University of California, Berkeley• University of California, Davis • University of California, Los Angeles• University of California, Merced• University of California, Riverside• University of California, San Diego• University of California, San Francisco • University of California, Santa

Barbara• University of California, Santa Cruz

9 UC Campuses

UCSF is a graduate/professional only campus

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What are the “a-g” requirements used for?“The intent of the "a-g" subject requirements is to ensure that students can participate fully in the first-year program at the University in a wide variety of fields of study. The requirements are written deliberately for the benefit of all students expecting to enter the University, and not for preparation for specific majors. UC faculty consider the Subject Requirement to be effective preparation, on many levels, for undergraduate work at the University. This pattern of study assures the faculty that the student has attained a body of general knowledge that will provide breadth and perspective to new, more advanced study. Fulfillment of the "a-g" pattern also demonstrates that the student has attained essential critical thinking and study skills.”

http://www.ucop.edu/agguide/

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How will students meet these subject requirements?

“a” History/Social Science

(2 years required)

Two years of history/social science, including one year of world history, cultures and geography; and one year of U.S. history or one-half year of U.S. history and one-half year of civics or American government.

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“b” English(4 years required)

Four years of college-preparatory English that include frequent and regular writing and reading of classic and modern literature.

How will students meet these subject requirements?

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“c” Mathematics(3 years required, 4 years recommended)

Three years of college-preparatory mathematics that include the topics covered in elementary and advanced algebra and two- and three-dimensional geometry.

How will students meet these subject requirements?

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“d” Laboratory Science(2 years required, 3 years recommended)

Two years of laboratory science providing fundamental knowledge in two of these three core disciplines: biology, chemistry and physics. Advanced laboratory science classes that have biology, chemistry or physics as prerequisites and offer substantial additional material may be used to fulfill this requirement.

How will students meet these subject requirements?

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“e” Language Other than English(2 years required, 3 years recommended)

Two years of the same language other than English. Courses should emphasize speaking and understanding, and include instruction in grammar, vocabulary, reading, composition and culture. Courses in languages other than English taken in the seventh and eighth grades may be used to fulfill part of this requirement.

How will students meet these subject requirements?

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“f” Visual and Performing Arts (VPA)(1 year required)

A single yearlong approved arts course from a single discipline: theater, music, performing or visual arts.

How will students meet these subject requirements?

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How will students meet these subject requirements?

“g” College Preparatory Electives(1 year required)

One year/two semesters, in addition to those required in "a-f" above, chosen from the following areas: visual and performing arts (non-introductory level courses), history, social science, English, advanced mathematics, laboratory science and language other than English (a third year in the language used for the "e" requirement or two years of another language).

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4 Year Plans

• A great tool to help you stay on track to meet A-G

• Provides a roadmap through high school course work

• Helps you to become an active participant in your course selection process

• Helps simplify the course selection process

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4 Year Plan Document

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John C. Kimball High School Graduation

Credits Course 40 English (4 yr) 30 Social Studies (3 yr) 20 Mathematics (2 yr) 20 Physical Education (2 yr) 30 Science (3 yr) 10 Fine Art/Modern Lang (1 yr) 70 Electives (any pathway subject)

220 Credits needed to graduate

a-g College Requirements

Credits Course *each course must be passed with a C or better

20 a. History (2 yr) 40 b. English (4 yr) 30 c. Mathematics (3 yr, 4 recommended) 20 d. Laboratory Science (2 yr, 3 recommended) 20 e. Modern Language (2 yr, 3 recommended) 10 f. Visual or Performing Arts (1 yr) 10 g. College Preparatory Electives (1 yr)

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S1 S2 Eng III Eng IV U.S. Hist Gov/Econ Sci Elective P.E./Elective Elective Elective Elective Elective Elective (Other) (Other)

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CAHSEE (passing 350+)

English Math

PSAT/SAT/ACT

CrRe Math Writing Total

CrRe Math Writing Total

SAT Subject Test _______ _______ Total

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Four-Year College Direct

Community College

Technical School

Military

School to Work

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4 Year Plan Practice

• Each student will receive a copy of their transcript and 4 year plan

• Fill in classes and grades on your four year plan using the information from your transcript

• Add your test scores to your four year plan

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ACI Career Path of Study

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ACI Career Path of Study

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Communications Career Path Course of Study

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Communications Career Path Course of Study

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Health & Education Career Plan of Study

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Health & Education Career Plan of Study

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Course DescriptionsPathway A-G or not

Pathway A-G or not

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Useful Links

• KHS Website https://www.tracy.k12.ca.us/sites/khs/Pages/default.aspx• Course Catalog

https://www.tracy.k12.ca.us/sites/khs/SiteCollectionDocuments/CourseCatalog/CourseCatalog_files/Page1322.html

• UC A-G Guide http://www.ucop.edu/agguide/• CSU Mentor https://secure.csumentor.edu/

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Think about it…

• What are your next steps after high school graduation?

• What is your goal?• Are you on track?

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Thank you for your time!!!