BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT 2024

SENIOR CLASS

The BHS Counseling Team

• Yesenia Lopez A- E & DHH
• Britta Maslyk F- L & CBI
• Caroline Sasorski M - SEL Intervention
• Jacob Flores Sem - T (NAF A - Ki)
• Donald Pesicka U - Z (NAF Km - Z )
• Kevin Adamson ELD

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Welcome to �Back to School Night 2023

• Diploma and Graduation Ceremony Requirements
• Checklist and calendar. What is next? What must the student do to get there?
• Parents have a very important role during the Senior’s successful year

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Counselor IG

Special Privileges!

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• Lunch Passes
• No Fs or Us, no unexcused absences, no un-served detention hours, no tardies, and no discipline issues
• Reviewed every 5-10 weeks – lunch passes can be issued or revoked
• Six Classes
• Those students who have less than 6 courses on their schedule take pre-approved college classes.

Important Dates

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1. Caps and Gowns may be purchased this evening in person, and also the following dates during lunch in the Quad: 9/18, 10/11, 11/29, 12/13, and 4/18-19. (All of these dates may also be found on our Master Calendar accessed through the website.)
2. Information and dates for all-things Senior related will be released in late-February.

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Senior Checklist for �Diploma Requirements:

• Graduation requirements – Senior Grad Check Letter was sent in the summer.
• Students need 230 credits to graduate – students should have at least 170 credits currently and be enrolled in at least 60 credits in Senior Year.
• Service learning is no longer a graduation requirement for this year.
• FAFSA submission or Opt-Out form IS a graduation requirement.
• Counselors will be meeting with Seniors beginning this month to review these requirements and discuss life after high school.

Requirements for Participation at the Graduation Ceremony:

• Attendance
• Citizenship
• Grades

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In order to participate…

• Attendance: No more than 15 absences
• EXCUSED ABSENCES COUNT!
• Need to file a letter of appeal if you go over at the end of each semester.
• Citizenship: No more than 2 U’s per semester and no more than 1 suspension per year
• Grades: No more than 2 failing semester grades.

Life After High School

• Community Colleges (100+)
• California State Universities
• (23 campuses, e.g. CSUN)
• University of California
• (10 campuses, e.g. UCLA)
• Private Colleges (e.g. USC)
• Work
• Trade/Technical Schools
• Apprentice Programs
• Military

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Deciding Your Path

One of the most important decisions a young person will make is the selection of a career. A career is not just a way to earn a living—it’s a way of life. As you make your plans, remember there are many options available to you after you complete your high school program. The following is a description of some of these options.

• University of California – Minimum academic GPA is 3.0 for grades 10/11. Realistically, students who are admitted have a much higher GPA. The UC application opens in August, and will be filed during the month of November. There are 4 personal statements required and students should begin working on these during the summer. The application for all UC’s can be found at: http://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/
• California State University System – Minimum academic GPA is 2.0 in academic subjects in grades 10/11, Some of the very selective schools require very high GPA’s, e.g. San Diego State, Cal State Long Beach, and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. The application is on https://www2.calstate.edu/apply. The filing dates are October 1^st-November 30^th.
• Private Colleges – The admitted student GPA and test scores (known as index or profile) for a private school varies depending on the school. The application will look at other factors such as activities, skills, leadership, and community service in addition to those “numbers”. Check the profile of last year’s entering class to see if you qualify. Applications for these schools typically require multiple personal statements and recommendations from two teachers and your counselor. Many private colleges can be applied to using http://www.commonapp.org/, where students can send multiple applications from one portal.
• Out-of-State Colleges – Many out of state schools have their own websites and applications. Check with the college of your choice. Some out of state public schools may also be applied to using http://www.commonapp.org/, such as University of Virginia, University of Colorado, Boulder, and University of Michigan. The requirements for admission to out-of-state colleges may differ from the “a-g requirements” for California Universities, so be sure to research these carefully.
• Community Colleges – There are no entrance requirements for community college. Many have honors programs and advanced classes for students who have higher GPA’s. If a student wishes to transfer to a CSU or UC after community college, they must have a minimum of 60 credits (typically this takes 2-3 years), and a certain GPA depending on the campus or major. Students wishing to transfer should communicate closely with their college advisor. Students may transfer to out of state or private colleges with fewer than 60 credits. Community colleges also confer 2 year college degrees (Associate of Arts degree, A.A.) which are sufficient for many fields. In addition, certifications for some occupations may be obtained at community colleges.

• Trade Schools – Trade/Technical schools link academic skills with career preparation. Students train for successful careers which meet the needs of businesses and industry in technically skilled occupations. Trade/Technical schools lead to a two-year associate degree, two-year certificate, apprenticeship training, or four-year college degree. The education is based on the student’s interest and takes advantage of the way he/she learns best. The skills learned are grounded in the work world and based upon things the student will need to know and do in real work. Community colleges offer many Trade/Technical programs.
• Apprenticeship Programs - Apprenticeship programs combine on-the-job training with relevant class- room instruction. While earning a paycheck, apprentices work with skilled “journey level workers” to gain skill and knowledge to learn on-the-job. Most programs require at least 144 hours of instruction per year. The classes cover the theory behind the techniques of an occupation as well as safety instruction. For additional information about apprenticeship applications and other opportunities for on-the-job training, contact your local Employment Development Department (EDD) office or the Division of Apprenticeship Standards at its website: http://www.dir.ca.gov/DIR/Apprenticeship/DAS/ da.html.
• Work - Entering a job right after high school can help establish and confirm career goals, build employable skills, and allow students to gain real life experiences through paid employment. Students should enter the world of work strategically and think carefully about their future goals. Choosing a field that supports short term and long term career goals is the best way to make time worked most beneficial.
• Military Opportunities - The Armed Forces offer many training programs which prepare young men and women for civilian jobs. Some of the immediate benefits of military service are:
• Educational and career training (technical and professional)
• Opportunity to become a commissioned officer through ROTC, Office Candidate Programs, and the Academies
• Opportunity for promotion and pay raise
• National and International travel opportunities

• Military Academies - Candidates for admission to the military academies must be citizens of the United States, must have reached their 17th, but not their 22nd birthday by July 1 of the calendar year in which they are appointed cadets, and must meet rigid scholastic and medical qualifications. Those interested should begin the application process during the spring semester of their junior year. Letters from representatives need to be obtained prior to the spring of the junior year. All of the academies are among the most competitive in terms of admissions.

SAT Test Dates

Visit:

www.collegeboard.org

Visit:

www.act.org

ACT Test Dates

Community College

• Community College: www.cccapply.org
• GCC, PCC, Valley College (over 100 statewide)
• Application dates vary (check website)
• Online application is free and first 2 years are free irrespective of financial need (California Promise)
• high school courses and gpa determine math and English placement

CSU – California State Universities

• CSU (23 campuses)
• CSUN, Cal State Long Beach, Pomona, etc.
• Application Dates: October 1^st – Nov 30^th
• Online application: $70/campus
• www2.calstate.edu/apply
• Minimum GPA of 2.0 in the A-G courses
• EOP application available

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University of California

• UC (10 campuses)
• UC Riverside, UC Berkeley, UC Irvine, etc.
• Online Application Dates: Nov 1^st – Nov 30^th
• Students may work on the application now
• Online Application Fee - 70$/campus
• Minimum of 3.0 GPA in the A-G courses
• www.universityofcalifornia.edu
• Personal Statements (choose four of eight)
• Volunteer and Extracurricular Activities
• NO teacher or counselor recommendations needed

Private and Out of State Colleges

• Private schools
• California schools: www.aiccu.edu
• WUE Schools (160+ schools)
• Online Applications: Deadlines vary
• Online Application Fees
• www.commonapp.org (used for many independent colleges throughout US. One application for various schools)
• Volunteer and Extracurricular Activities
• Personal Statements

Private and Out of State Colleges

• Private schools
• Essay ( check each school for prompts)
• Some schools require either the SAT or ACT for admission
• Teacher/Counselor Recommendations needed
• Brag Sheet (BHS website/forms/ counseling) please give the teacher/counselor at least 30 days notice)

Recent College Acceptances

Recent College Acceptances

Recent College Acceptances

Financial Aid �(Four General Categories)

• Grants (Free Money)
• Work Study (part-time employment)
• Loans (must be repaid)
• Scholarships (Free Money)
• Most grant aid comes directly from the college your student will attend

Submission of FAFSA or Opt-Out Form is a graduation requirement.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

• College Visits in the Career Center, and scholarships contact: Ms. Marando
• College and Career Center information please join their Google Classroom : eleq5nd
• Join our IG page @bhs_counselingbulldogs

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Still Time to get involved!

Club rush is tomorrow at lunch.

What else does my Senior need to do?

• Study Hard! 12th grade matters!
• Visit Colleges. Learn everything you can to prepare for college, career
• Students may attend any community college
• Program offerings vary – do your research!
• Read Information about Scholarships
• Take SATs or ACTs in October, November, December if your college needs you to

Tips for Success

• Talk to people about their college/work experience
• Research your options!
• Attend College Fair (September 23rd )
• Attend meetings with College reps in the Career Center

(even if you don’t think you will go to that college; first one is this Monday)

• College websites
• Discuss next years plans with your student now!

Asking for Help

• For questions about grades, percentage, work habits, citizenship, class absences, missing work, upcoming assignments, etc. please email your student’s Teacher(s) directly.
• Teachers keep their own calendars for appointments.
• Teachers’ emails are in the AERIES Portal
• For information about grad status, overall credits, college eligibility and timelines, etc. please contact your student’s Counselor.
• Counselors’ emails are listed on the BHS website

How do I stay informed?

• Access the Parent Portal to check on attendance and grades (most teachers are using the online grading system). Contact teachers about grades!
• Report Cards are handed out every 10 weeks
• Make sure you signed the Parent/Student Senior Graduation Participation form
• Expect a grad check letter to come home in January to verify most current graduation status
• Seniors must be enrolled in 30 credits 1^st semester, minimum 25 credits 2^nd semester. If credits allow.

www.burbankhighschool.com for sports, activities, links to college websites, scholarship lists, brag sheet, daily bulletin, principal messages, teacher emails and phone numbers, SAT and ACT links, CTE information, Career Center.

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