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Registration

Lesson 2: Requirements

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Brought to you by the GVHS Counseling Department

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Lesson 2 Objectives:

  • To review MUHSD graduation requirements
  • To review A-G requirements (for university admission)
  • To explore links related to your specific situation and goals

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MUHSD Graduation Requirements

You must earn a minimum of 220 credits in order to graduate from high school. But in addition, you must meet specific subject-area requirements by passing certain classes.

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Click HERE to see the course requirements for our District. Note that for each subject area you see the requirement for both Graduation and A-G. (More about A-G on the next slide!)

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But I want to go to college!

A-G Requirements

  • If your goal is to go to a California public university or other* four-year college directly after high school, you must pass specific courses (with a C or better) in order to be eligible. These are called A-G Requirements.
  • You do not need to complete the A-G Requirements if you want to start at a community college first, then transfer to university.
  • You should always remind your counselor of your college goals whenever you meet to discuss grades or graduation status.
  • Read all about the A-G Requirements and understand how they compare to graduation requirements.

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*The requirements of private or out-of-state colleges/universities may vary. It is your responsibility to check the requirements of any school you are considering.

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CTE Requirements & Pathway Completion

  • All students must do at least two CTE courses (which must include a capstone) in order to graduate.
  • Student who complete a full CTE sequence will earn pathway completion honors at graduation.
  • Review full CTE sectors and pathways here.
  • Refer to your “My CTE Pathways Worksheet,” which you should have updated recently with your counselor. This will help you better understand the pathway course sequences* and which classes you may want to select.

*Pathway sequences are subject to change. You may receive CTE credit for courses shown on your worksheet, or on the link above.

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What if I fail a class?

Failures can cause big problems, so you’re right to be concerned!

  • Failed classes may need to be retaken or remediated through Summer School or our Academic Support program.
  • Even if you failed a course first semester, you should still try to pass second semester--you only have to make up the part you fail.
  • Each case is different. Your counselor will help you make a plan to get back on track!

Best advice: If you’ve failed a class, take steps to understand what you did wrong so it won’t happen again!

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The GVHS Counseling Department thanks you for watching this presentation!

Remember to share this important information with your parents. For your convenience, it will remain posted to your counselor’s Google Classroom and GVHS website. Feel free to review as often as needed.

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COMING SOON:

Registration Lesson 3:

Course Exploration and Selection

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