For 2018-2019 Sophomore and Junior Parents

Classes of 2020 and 2019

Revision 12/18

Today you will...

• Briefly review graduation and A-G requirements
• Review courses available to your students for next year

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Graduation and College Requirements

LINK

Which Courses are Right for My Student?

Social Science Sequence--Domain A

English Sequence--Domain B

Math Sequence--Domain C

Science Sequence--Domain D

LOTE Sequence--Domain E

Due to prior LOTE knowledge or coursework, you may be on an accelerated path already

Physical Education Pathways

* Military Science is held at Branham and Del Mar High School. Transportation is not provided

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** Marching Band PE requires students to fully participate in marching band in 9th, 10th, and 11th grades, pass PE 9, and pass 5 out of 6 sections of the fitness test.

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Reminder: Two years of PE required to graduate

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VAPA Pathways--Domain F

These courses can be started at any grade and run in sequence.

The Marching Band program will hold an informational meeting in May.

* Symphonic Band and all Ensembles are audition only

AVID--Domain G

Education pathway--Domain G

Note: An application process is required

All AVID classes are now considered College Prep Domain G

Culinary pathway--Domain G

Business pathway--Domain G

Pathways can be started at any grade and run in sequence.

PLTW Engineering Pathway--Domain G

IED: Learn the design process, design and model 3D objects,and explore fields of engineering and careers

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POE: Explore technology systems, simple machines, robotics, and programming

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DE: Electronics & logic through hands-on project work and MultiSIM programs

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EDD: Senior Capstone course

Pathways can be started at any grade and run in sequence.

Non-pathway College Prep Electives--Domain G

AP Computer Science A

Journalism

Psychology

Sociology

SVCTE (most classes are domain G except 4, see next slide for list)

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Other Electives-Non A-G

Yearbook

Leadership--Elections and Interviews are in April

Elective PE

Work Experience--Must have/get a job

SVCTE (Electrical, Law Enforcement, Auto Body, Pharmacy)

12th graders only can also choose the following:

AVID Peer Tutoring

Student Assistant

AP Courses

Biology

Calculus AB & Calculus BC

Chemistry

Chinese (Mandarin)

Computer Science A

English Language & Composition

English Literature & Composition

Environmental Science

French Language

Macro-Economics

Statistics

Physics 1 & Physics 2

Spanish Language

Spanish Literature

Studio Art: 2D Design

US History

US Government/Politics

World History

SVCTE Details

SVCTE--http://www.metroed.net/SVCTE

Monday thru Friday 7:30-9:30 AM or 12:30-3:30 PM

AM-20 credits for the year PM-30 credits for the year

Transportation provided

See your Guidance Counselor for an application

Field Trip - February 15, 2018

SVCTE--http://www.metroed.net/SVCTE

Animation

Auto Body Refinishing *

Auto Body Repair *

Automotive Services

Construction Technology

Culinary Arts

Cybersecurity

Dental Assisting

Electrical Maintenance *

Fashion Design & Textile Art

Film and Video Production

Fire Science/First Responder

Fire Science 2

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Forensic Science

HVAC

Law Enforcement *

Mechatronics Engineering

Medical Assisting

Medical Office Careers

Medical Science / Health Careers

Metals Tech

Mobile App Design & Comp Coding

Pharmacy Careers *

Sports Med & Kinesiology

Truck Mechanics

Veterinary Science

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*Indicates not A-G

Middle College

Ability to finish high school at West Valley Community College

• Have completed at least 110 semester units with no make-ups required.
• Have a 2.8 Total weighted G.P.A. or higher
• Submit two (2) completed recommendation forms from a high school teacher and one from an Advisor/Counselor;
• Complete a two (2) page application essay;
• Show past corrected work from one essay/assignment
• Attend a parent/student informational meeting;
• Complete a Parent/Student Contract;
• Participate in the interview process;
• Submit a completed registration packet with all required materials including - concurrent enrollment form, WVC admission form and high school transcript

**Note: Completing these criteria does not guarantee admission

Info Night Feb 28th at West Valley College in the theater at 6PM

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College Advantage - Seniors Only, by Invitation

Ability to finish high school at West Valley Community College

• Have completed at least 180 semester units with no make-ups required.
• Have a 3.5 Total weighted Academic G.P.A. or higher
• Submit two (2) completed recommendation forms from a high school teacher;
• Complete a 500 word application essay “Why I Want to Spend My Senior Year at West Valley College”;
• Complete a College Advantage application by the due date;
• Completion of West Valley English Placement Exam showing eligibility for English Writing 1A (ERWT 1A);
• A school record of responsible, mature, self-directed behavior;
• Parent permission

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**Note: Completing these criteria does not guarantee admission

Info Night March 1st at West Valley College in the FOX building

by invitation only

College and Career Readiness for Sophomores

Focus

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Career or Major exploration

on Naviance

and here: https://www.sokanu.com/

Career Spotlight Series (Friday Tutorial)

Job Shadowing Project

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Testing at Leigh

PSAT on March 7th

Mock ACT and SAT testing

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College Visits as part of family life and over summer/fall

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Attend College Visits at Leigh in the CCC as a Junior in the Fall

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To-Do’s

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Take the Career Interest Profiler

Build your 4-year Plan

Start your resume

Browse College Data and Profiles

Pick classes that match your interest(s)

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Take the PSAT seriously, review results and use free practice resources on CollegeBoard.org (Khan Academy prep)

Plan your testing schedule: baseline - retake(s)

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Research which Colleges you would be in the vicinity of and start a family spreadsheet to track your visits and your notes

Most types of Colleges are within a 3-hour drive, explore them to build your list

What is the right ‘fit’ for me? What are the options?

<3-hour drive Universities and Colleges

College and Career Readiness for Juniors

Focus

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College List - what are my options?

be realistic, look for a balance, discuss what matters (college type or program, location, cost, ...)

Don’t forget 2-year and 4-year paths

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Testing - it’s time to execute the plan Register, practice, study and succeed!

Know what ‘succeed’ means for your plan - what is the score range needed

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College Visits - spring, summer and fall - make a plan

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To-Do’s

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Take StrengthsExplorer@

Search Colleges with SuperMatch ™

Build your ‘Colleges I’m Thinking About’ list

Make sure your resume is accurate, strong and updated

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Make sure to register online, some testing sites (i.e. LHS) fill up 2 months ahead of time

Don’t forget SAT subject tests if needed

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Make sure to visit each type of Colleges you are willing to consider, to get a feel for it

Many Colleges track interest - make contact

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Am I taking the right classes for my major/interests? Do I challenge myself where it makes sense? Will my teachers/counselors know me enough to write about me in a personal and positive way?

Naviance

• Career and Personal Inventories and Exploration
• College SuperMatch
• Discover and research schools across the country and world
• College Application
• Resume
• Document requests and submission
• Letters of recommendation
• Counselor Reports
• School Profile
• Transcripts
• Scholarship Search

Access via Leigh High School website

Student Services ----> Guidance

Things to Know...

Courses must be selected by the following dates and are using grade in 18/19:

Student selections due: 2/7/18 for Sophomores, 1/30/18 for Juniors

Please select your courses carefully as there will be no teacher or course changes in the fall

You will have an opportunity to make course changes in March

On a note of concern: Cheating is a campus-wide issue. Please reiterate what constitutes cheating and that while cheating may get the grade it short-changes the learning.

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