The High School Years

&Beyond

College Prep LessonFriday, April 17, 2015

6th & 7th Grade Students

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High SchoolDrop-Out

High SchoolGraduate

Associate'sDegree

Bachelor's Degree

Master'sDegree

Doctoral Degree

Average Annual Income byEducation Level

What will you earn in your lifetime?

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HS Dropout HS Grad. Associate's

Degree

Bachelor's

Degree

Master's

Degree

Doctoral

Degree

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50 YEARS

YRS

What can I expect from my high school years?

THE OPPORTUNITY TO PREPARE FOR YOUR FUTURE

COLLEGE, WORK, MILITARY, etc…

The opportunity to be treated like an adult.

The opportunity to learn human relations when relating

to peers, friends and classmates.

The opportunity to DISCOVER your TALENTS!

Involvement in clubs, organizations, sports, band, cheer, dance, etc.

How can I have a successful high school experience?

Set a GOAL!

Recognize the differences between Junior High and High School responsibilities

Learn the high school graduation requirements

Learn university admission requirements: “a-g” subject requirements

Get involved in school!

Look for opportunities outside of school that support your career interest

The Future is NOW:Get Involved!

CLUBS Potential

leader Community

service Build a support

group Mentoring

WORK/ROP Experience Time

management Discipline Communication

skills Leadership

ATHLETICS Value of

teamwork Leadership Discipline Competitive Determination

What are your educational and career goals?

What are you involved in to help you achieve your goals?

How have you served your community?

Colleges &

Scholarships want to know:

The Future is NOW:Set a GOAL!

DOCTOR Take 4 years of math/science Volunteer at a hospital Take ROP health course Participate in pre-med club

Attorney Take 4 years of history Internship in lawyer’s office Take ROP pre-law course Join OCAD, Peer Court, etc.

Volunteer at local school, church, community organization, etc. (100+ hours) Participate in Pre-College programs Take courses at the community college – FREE! ROP gives you experience Most important keep UP your grades

High School

Option #1

High School

Option #2

What is the difference between HIGH SCHOOL and COLLEGE READINESS

3.0 years of History

4 years of English

3 year of Math (Algebra I & Geometry)

2 years of Science

2 years of Foreign Language

1 year of Visual and Performing Arts

2.5 years of Electives (9 semesters)

H. S. Graduation Requirements

2 years of History/Social Science

4 years of English (CP/ Honors/AP)

3 years of Math (minimum Algebra II)

2 years of Science (biology and chemistry)

2 years of Foreign Language

1 year of Visual and Performing Arts

1 year of College Elective

Minimum CSU/UC eligible applicant

D or better is passing Must pass ALL class with C or better

History / Social Science-

2 yearsWorld History / Cultures /

World Civilizations US HistoryGovernment / Civics

(1 semester)2.5 Years / Units

Math: 3 Years,

4 Years RecommendedAlgebra or Geometry

Geometry or Algebra 2

Algebra 2 or Pre-Calculus

3 Years / Units

Language Other Than English: 2 Years, 3 Years Recommended

Spanish 1 Spanish 2 2 Years / Units

Laboratory Science: 2 Years, 3 Years Recommended

Biology Chemistry2 Years / Units

Visual and Performing Arts: 1 Year- Same course

Art 1 Year / Units

College Preparatory Elective: 1 Year Economics (1 semester)

.5 Years / Units

English: 4 Years 4 Years / Units

College Preparatory Requirements

9th Grade

10th Grade

11th Grade

12th Grade

Total Units

The A-GStudy Pattern

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

College Prep English

4 years completed with a C or better

15 Years/ Units

Pre-Calculus or Calculus4 Years / Units

Physics3 Years / Units

Spanish 33 Years / Units

21 Years/ Units

College Prep Physical Science

1.5 Years / Units

Keys to academic success Students will succeed when:

1. They use a planner and manage their time wisely.

2. They communicate with their teachers.

3. They ask questions.

4. They obtain 3 or more telephone numbers from other classmates. Students helping students!

5. They turn in all assigned work on time.

6. They invest at least 2 hours daily in homework.

7. They get involved in school activities (during/after school).

8. They create a quite study place for homework

www.CSUMentor.eduProvides you with… •On-line Application Process

•Financial Aid Information

•Campus information

•Assistance with Planning

www.collegeboard.com www.fastweb.com

High School Resources

Counseling Center Career/College Center Library Teachers Administrators, Counselors, Assistant Principals School Police Nurse Technology classes Student body at school College Preparation Programs… (EAOP, GEAR UP, MESA, Puente, Talent Search, Upward

Bound, etc.)

A Special Thank You

To Ms. Adriana Huezo Counselor/Higher Ed. Coordinator at

Segerstrom H.S., SAUSD

For sharing this information with Lathrop Intermediate School’s students.