Irvington High School

Parent Information Session for SENIORS

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TOPICS:

Parent & Student Resources/Interventions

High School Graduation Requirements

College Admission Requirements

Information for parents of 12^th graders

Updated: 9/2025

COUNSELORS

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COUNSELORS:

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Leticia Velazco (A-Dh): lvelazco@fusdk12.net

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Wendi Bennett (Di-Kn): wbennett@fusdk12.net

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Natalie Mintey (Ko-Ngo): nmintey@fusdk12.net

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Leilani Velasquez (Ngu-Sh): lvelasquez@fusdk12.net

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Veronica Serrano (Si-Z): vserrano@fusdk12.net

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Best ways STUDENTS can

contact their counselor:

• Counselor office hours are before school and during students’ lunch.

Contact with counselors is encouraged as it is a great way for students to get to know their counselor.

• Students can email questions or make an appointment request.

Best ways PARENTS can

contact a counselor:

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Encourage your student to:�

• Contact their counselor during their lunch or before school. Personal responsibility is one of our school wide outcomes.
• Email their counselor with any questions you or they may have.

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*Email is the most effective way to contact your student’s counselor. If you have a concern that cannot be addressed by your student, please email your student’s counselor. Drop-in appointments cannot be accomodated. Please allow two school days for a response. Due to high caseloads, you may receive an automated response during busy times.

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WHO DO i SEE??

Interventions/Resources:

(can be found on the Counselor page on the IHS website)

Parent/Guardian Concern Flow Chart:

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*Any concerns with a teacher or /class must begin with the student/parent contacting the teacher*

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Counselor’s Website:

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• Important announcements
• Requesting recommendations
• Presentations/ FAQs
• Resources for students struggling academically
• Resources for health and wellness
• 4 year plan
• Graduation reqs/college entrance reqs
• A-g list
• And more!

Counselor website:�www.irvington.org/counselors

HIGH SCHOOL

Graduation

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a-g Requirements

COLLEGE vs HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

Know Irvington’s a-g list

https://hs-articulation.ucop.edu/agcourselist

Every class at Irvington that fulfills an a-g subject requirement for CSU and UC admission can be found on this list. Students should use this when working on CSU/UC applications!

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When reporting Ohlone Dual Enrollment course, students will refer to this list or www.assist.org AND an Ohlone transcript (Ex: Irvington’s Spanish 3 should be reported on college applications as Ohlone’s Spanish 101B).

Refer to the year you took the class to see if it was a-g approved

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Service Hours

CLASS of 2026: Needs 40 hours or service

Updates/questions: https://sites.google.com/fusdk12.net/ihsservicelearning

COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER

Ms.Chophla

Best way to contact Ms. Chophla:

• Students:
• Open office hours are during students’ lunch and before/after school.
• Students can email questions or sign up for Flex on the 5Star app under Career Center.
• Visit the website https://fremontunified.org/irvington/students-community/student-support/

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• Parents: by email bchophla@fusdk12.net or leave a message at 510-656-5711 Ext. 46377

COLLEGE & CAREER Center:

www.irvington.org/careercenter

College and Career Center:

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• Work Permits - Minimum 2.0 GPA required
• National Merit Scholarship Coordinator
• College visits from the Admission Counselors
• Military Personnel Info
• Vocational Studies
• Financial Aid/CASH FOR College Workshop
• Scholarships (Private & Local)
• ROP
• Volunteering
• Internships/Summer Programs
• Job Openings
• Ohlone Liaison
• Senior Awards
• Senior Survey

Class of 2026

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GOOGLE CLASSROOM CODE: dbyk5yc

LINK: Class of 2026-IHS Counseling Team & College Career Specialist

Useful links:

• CaliforniaColleges.edu
• www.csac.ca.gov
• Fastweb.com
• Scholarships Search

FAFSA opens in October. Stay tuned for Cash for College events

post secondary options

CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGES

Apply online at: www.cccapply.org

116 community college campuses

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Application Period: varies

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Application Fee: No

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Tuition: Some community colleges offer FREE tuition for eligible California residents. Please check specific campus websites for details.

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Requirements:

• 18 years old OR have a high school diploma
• NO essays, ACT or SAT scores

Programs Offered:

• AA/AS transfer to a 4-year university
• Transfer Admission Guarantee (TAG)
• Career Technical Education leading to licenses or certifications (Example: RN, Dental Hygiene, X-Ray Technician, Construction Apprenticeships, etc.)
• More cost effective than for-profit vocational schools

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Additional Information:

• FAFSA/CA Dream Act applications open October 1st
• Ohlone College will provide virtual application workshops for Irvington High School students in the Spring.
• IHS has an Ohlone Liaison located in the College and Career Center

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY (CSU)

Any California high school graduate earning between a 2.0 and 2.49 may be evaluated for admission based upon supplemental factors. �

Apply online at: https://www.calstate.edu/apply

23 campuses, 1 application (online)

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Application Period: October 1 - December 1

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Application Fee: Yes (Fee waivers available up to 4 campuses)

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Test Requirements: does not require SAT or ACT

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Additional Requirements: NONE

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Tuition: Approximately $7,000 annually plus room & board

Additonal Information:

• Students will self-report their a-g classes/grades (MUST be accurate).
• Extracurricular activities are not reported on application (Cal Poly SLO is the exception).

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Kristin Cranmer 2015

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA (uc)

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Apply online at: Apply now | UC Admissions

9 campuses, 1 application (online)

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Application Period: October 1- November 30

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Application Fee: Yes (Fee waivers available up to 4 campuses)

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Test Requirements: Standardized tests (not required)

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Additional Requirements & what admission officers are looking for:

• Personal Insight Questions
• GPA
• Course selection, involvement in the community, special talents & skills, special circumstances, etc.

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Tuition: Approximately $15,000 annually plus room & board

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Additonal Information:

• Students will self-report their a-g classes/grades (MUST be accurate).
• Holistic admissions process
• Does NOT accept letters of recommendation (except UCB)

PRIVATE COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES

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Application deadlines: varies (research individual colleges thoroughly for deadlines)

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Application Portal: Common Application (most commonly used)

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Application Fee: varies

Fee Waivers available through Common Application

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Testing Requirements: Requirements vary. Check individual websites for specifics.

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Additional Requirements:

• Personal Statement
• Letters of Recommendation (at least two teachers, counselor) Information can be found on: www.irvington.org/counselors�

Tuition: Approximately $35,000 - $65,000 per year (not including books, transportation, housing, etc.). Out of state fees may apply.

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Additional Information:

• Vary in size, prestige, and cost
• High school graduate and Community College transfers
• View admissions holistically

Vocational / Technical Schools & Apprenticeships

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Vocational/Trade Schools a type of postsecondary education that trains students for a specific line of work, often in healthcare or other hands-on fields. Vocational/Trade schools generally cost less and take less time than a 4-year college. Many trades are in high demand, but continuing education is essential to stay competitive. (Taken from www.bestcolleges.com)

Fastest Growing Careers in California:

Air Traffic Controller * Dental Hygienist * Diagnostic Medical Sonographer * Fire Inspectors & Investigators * First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting & Prevention Workers * Nuclear Medicine Technologists * Radiation Therapists * Web Developer

Apprenticeships are an industry-driven, high-quality career pathway where employers can develop and prepare their future workforce and individuals can obtain paid work experience, classroom instruction, and a portable nationally-recognized credential. For more information: www.calapprenticeship.org

Fastest Growing Careers in California:

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration * Automotive * Carpenter * Culinary & Pastry * Electrician * Firefighters * Ironworkers * Lithographer * Machinists * Operating Engineer * Plumber * Power Lineman * Sound & Communication

Military Options

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US Air Force: www.airforce.com

US Army: www.army.com

US Coast Guard: www.uscg.mil/

US Marines: www.marines.com

US Navy: www.navy.com

US National Guard: www.nationalguard.com

�The Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) - �https://www.todaysmilitary.com�ROTC is a college program offered at more than 1,700 colleges and �universities, which pay for your bachelors degree in exchange for �5 years of military service in your degreed field as an officer �in the military branch of your choice after college graduation.

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION

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• Students should take ownership of the admission application process.

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• Students should thoroughly research each individual college they are thinking of applying to!
• Admission and application requirements vary from school to school.

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• Many colleges have special out-of-state scholarship opportunities.

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• Some schools have tuition reciprocity programs that make attending roughly equivalent to in-state tuition. Check out WUE at: https://wiche.edu/wue

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• Admission is conditional. 4-year universities do NOT accept D or F grades. Students must continue to earn passing grades even after they have been accepted. Colleges will/can rescind your acceptance if you fail to do so.
• In progress and planned courses MUST match college application. NOTIFY EVERY COLLEGE IF YOUR SCHEDULE CHANGES.
• Students will submit their FINAL official transcript to the college they choose to go to in the Spring through Parchment.

Kristin Cranmer

FINANCIAL AID/

CA DREAM ACT

FINANCIAL AID

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Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

ALL students & parents must complete the FAFSA if you would like your student

to be considered for any type of aid (see below) regardless of financial need/status.

FAFSA/CA Dream Act Website: www.fafsa.ed.gov or www.csac.ca.gov

Application Filing Period: 10/1-3/2

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Types of Financial Aid

• Grants
• Scholarships
• Loans

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For more information:

Register to attend a Financial Aid Workshop at: https://www.cash4college.csac.ca.gov/

Check the College and Career Center’s website

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Requires all 12th-grade students complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), California Dream Act Application (CADAA), or the“opt-out” form prior to the end of the school year.

CA ASSEMBLY BILL 469

How do Students Choose???

Do I like the snow?

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Can I share a classroom with 500 students?

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Am I applying to these colleges because of the name or because of what they have to offer?

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Do I have the money to attend this program? Will I be in debt when I graduate?

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Am I ready to attend a four year college?

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Is a community college the right fit for me?

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Can I do my own laundry and cook for myself?

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Fit matters!

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Do they have the major I want?

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APPLYING TO PRIVATE SCHOOLS??

STUDENTS Submit:

● College applications �● SAT/ACT scores must be sent through testing agency �● Collegeboard.org �● ACTstudent.org �● Follow-up with each school �● Final Official transcript - MUST be ordered through Parchment in the Spring. Website: www.parchment.com

COUNSELORS Submit:

● Counselor Recommendation - Info can be found on www.irvington.org/counselors

Early Action/Decision deadline: September 5th

Regular Decision: October 22nd

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● Students’ transcript via the college application portal�● Secondary School Report�● School Profile �● Mid-year Reports

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How Parents Can Help

• Be a cheerleader
• Be realistic; Encourage a range of college & career options
• College admission is competitive but there are still over 2000 four-year colleges and universities that admit over 50% of students.
• Help plan campus contact, brainstorm questions, and get organized
• Research college options WITH your student
• Encourage your student to:
• Visit the College & Career center
• Attend college fairs/rep visits
• Attend a Financial Aid night
• Follow your student’s lead.
• LET YOUR STUDENT COMPLETE THEIR OWN APPLICATIONS.
• LET YOUR STUDENT FOLLOW UP WITH COLLEGES.
• PROMOTE INDEPENDENCE & PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY.

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Kristin Cranmer 2015

Save the Date!

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Irvington high school Graduation Ceremony

TAk Stadium

June 2026

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check for senior updates on www.ihsbluecrew.org

Thank You!

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Please see our FAQ Page created from your questions: FAQ Page

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