Angelo Rodriguez High School

The vision of Rodriguez High School is to challenge students to be good citizens, critical thinkers and lifelong learners.

FSUSD Graduation Requirements

High School graduation is based on credits earned Students need to earn 230 credits in order to

graduate Students take 60 credits of coursework each year Credits are awarded for grades A, B, C and D Students must also pass California High School Exit

Exam in English and Mathematics (offered February of 10th grade year)

FSUSD Graduation Requirements

English 40 Mathematics 30 (incl. Algebra 1) Science 20 (minimum 2

labs) Social Studies 30 Art/Foreign Language 20 Physical Education 20 Electives 70

Total Credits Required 230

UC/CSU a-g Requirements

These are minimum requirements. To be more competitive consider taking additional courses. Check the website www.ucop.edu/doorways/ for RHS/UC certified course list.

Entrance Requirements

a-g Requirements. History 2 years

English 4 years Math 3 years Laboratory Science 2 years Foreign Language 2 years

VPA 1 year

Elective 1 year

***Must complete these courses with C’s or higher BOTH semesters

Grade Point Average

-General Rule: The lower the GPA, the higher SAT/ACT scores must be:

-UC: Minimum GPA 3.0

-CSU: Minimum GPA 2.0

What makes high school different

1800+ students Closed campus Mixed grade levels in classes (electives and

mathematics) One lunch period with many lunch options Students and staff wear IDs District dress code policies are enforced Credits/grades/GPA count toward

graduation and extra-curricular activity eligibility

NB: Students must dress for PE!

What makes RHS different Rodriguez High School Mission

Students, staff and administration collaboratively treat each other according to the values of the RHS Way: Responsible, Honorable, Safe.

Student success is built on RHS staff and parents working together to create learning environments promoting critical thinking and active participation in the community, which allows for a seamless transition to post-secondary opportunities.

The administration and staff supported by the students, parents, and community will create a learning environment that is equitable and free from fear, violence, drugs, harassment, and alcohol.

What makes RHS different

Honors/AP Program: English Language, English Literature, European History, US

History, Government, Economics, French, Spanish, German, Physics, Calculus, Statistics, Art History, Studio Art

CTE Programs: Tech, Biotech, Theater, Photography

Extra-Curricular Activities: REU, leadership, athletics, clubs, cheerleading

All 9th grade students create a four-year plan.

Beginning in 2013, all 9th grade students will use Naviance for college planning.

What makes RHS different

Rodriguez High School has a block schedule Classes meet 3 times a week▪ 1, 3, 5 classes meet on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday▪ 2, 4, 6 classes meet on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday

Classes meet for 104 minutes

RHS has an early release every Wednesday

Tutorial meets four days a week (41 minutes) Tutorial rotates through all six classes Students work on homework and class work Students can obtain passes to get additional help in classes as

needed

How to get involved at RHS

Extra-Curricular Activities Dances, Rallies, Club Day, Friday

activities, Powder Puff, Hunger Games

Athletics Fall, Winter, Spring Sports Minimum GPA is 2.0

Academic Supports at RHS Academic Planner

All freshmen receive an academic planner to write down assignments, tests, quizzes and projects

Weekly Progress Reports (available upon request)

School After School Every Monday and Thursday from 3-4pm Students can get help in any course Many teachers also make themselves available to help students at

lunch and after school

Tutorial

Library Open daily before school, during lunch and after school

Additional Supports at RHS

Student Services Two Assistant Principals (A-L; M-Z) Academic counselors and school psychologists

are available daily▪ Students can drop in or sign up to see their counselors

School Resource Officer (FPD) School Nurse

Technology Tools Parent Portal, website (www.fsusd.org/rodriguez),

Naviance, twitter (@RHS MUSTANGS), Edmodo

Questions?