4-Year Academic Planning
9th Grade Presentations
by PHS Counselors
PHS Counselors
Ms. Gallegos
A, B, C, D, E eva.gallegos@wjusd.org
Ms. Lares
F, G, H, I, J , K, L-LOP marialuisa.lares@wjusd.org
Ms. Rocha
Rey, Rz, S,T , U, V, W, X,Y,Z: yulissa.rocha@wjusd.org
Ms. Aceves
Puente: claudia.aceves@wjud.org
Presentation Outline
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
CTE PATHWAYS
A-G REQUIREMENTS
CREATE YOUR 4-YEAR PLAN
MENTAL HEALTH
You can also contact:
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or text MHFA to 741741 to talk to a Crisis Text Line counselor.
Ways to take care of your mental health
Create distractions
Anxiety is normal
Feel your feelings
Let light in (Sunshine!)
Be kind to yourself!
Stay connected (Find a new way!)
Join a PHS Club
Club Information:
https://phs.wjusd.org/Students/Clubs/index.html
Mental Health Resources
MENTAL HEALTH
You can also contact:
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or text MHFA to 741741 to talk to a Crisis Text Line counselor.
Ways to take care of your mental health
Create distractions
Anxiety is normal
Feel your feelings
Let light in (Sunshine!)
Be kind to yourself!
Stay connected (Find a new way!)
Join a PHS Club
Club Information:
https://phs.wjusd.org/Students/Clubs/index.html
Mental Health Resources
How to stay on Track
LEARNING CENTER
MONDAY-FRIDAY
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MATH RETAKE CENTER
D105
M, T, TH, F:3:30-5:00 PM
W: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
ASSETS CENTER
D106
MONDAY-Friday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Knowledge Check
What days is the Learning Center open?
Monday - Friday
(Everyday of the week!)
PHS Graduation Requirements
Patriots lead the way!
5 Credits X 2 Semesters = 10 Credits a year per Class
7 Classes per Year
7 Classes x 10 Credits = 70 Credits a Year
5 Credits a Semester per Class
How to earn 230 credits?
70 Credits x 4 years = 280 Credits Total
PHS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Earn 230 credits
Complete 40 hours of community service
Must pass Algebra 1 (Int Math 1) Requirement
Must take 1 10-credit course to meet Ethnic Studies Requirement
(Puente English, Chicano Studies, Art and Culture, Mural Design, US History Social/ Justice, AP US History, Senior Multi-Lit.)
Subject | Credits Needed |
English | 40 (4 Years) |
Mathematics | 30 (Years) |
Science | 20 (2 Years) |
Social Science | 30 (3 Years) |
Foreign Language or Fine Art or CTE | 10 (1 Year) |
P.E. | 20 (2 Years) |
Freshman Seminar (starting with class of 2028) | 10 (1 Year) |
Electives | 70 (7 Courses) |
Knowledge Check
What is one class that meets your ethnic studies requirement?
(Puente English, Chicano Studies, Art and Culture, Mural Design, US History Social/ Justice, AP US History, Senior Multi-Lit.)
What is A-G ?
The A-G College Entrance Requirements are letters that represent class subjects of high school courses that students must complete to be eligible for admission to the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU), 4-year universities right after high school.
Pass course with a C or better
Knowledge Check
What grade do you need to earn to meet the A-G Requirements?
C
A-G REQUIREMENTS
A. History/Social Science - 2 years:
1 of World History, 1 of U.S. History and/or American Government
B. English - 4 years:
College preparatory English
C. Mathematics - 3 years required (4 years recommended) :
Math including topics covered in basic and advanced Math I, Math II, Math III
D. Laboratory Science - 2 years of Lab Science (3 years recommended):
(Ex: Biology/Chemistry)
A-G REQUIREMENTS
E. Language other than English - 2 years- 3 years recommended:
The same language (other than English)
F. Visual/Performing Arts - 1+ year of music or visual arts
G. College Preparatory Elective - 1+ year (additional year of any requirement above or other elective)
Knowledge Check
How many years of World Language do you need for A-G Requirements?
2 years of the same language (3 recommended)
Types of CTE Pathways Offered
Additional Information
Your Academic Plan is located in Aeries. The academic plan helps you plan what classes you need to take in the next three years. It helps you see the bigger picture and ensure you will be able to graduate from PHS.
It is like a puzzle, putting all the pieces year by year.
This is NOT you selecting your class schedule
*If you are planning to graduate early, this is a great tool to plan your academic years.
Academic Plan
Knowledge Check
Where is your academic plan located?
it is in Aeries
Academic Plan Materials
Things to Note
Take A Moment To Review Your Current Classes. This Will Be How Your Screen Looks
*IMPORTANT: Aeries is not calculating credits needed correctly for some students
UC College Requirements or CSU College Requirements tab will show you which classes you have chosen that meets the UC or CSU class requirements.
Let’s Try Adding A Course
Body
Tool Bar Review
After you have finish adding all your 7 classes. Don’t forget to submit for your counselor to review!
Important: Upcoming meetings with your counselor to go over you academic plan
Things to Note
PHS Counselors
Ms. Gallegos
A, B, C, D, E eva.gallegos@wjusd.org
Ms. Lares
F, G, H, I, J , K, L-LOP marialuisa.lares@wjusd.org
Ms. Rocha
Rey, Rz, S,T , U, V, W, X,Y,Z: yulissa.rocha@wjusd.org
Ms. Aceves
Puente: claudia.aceves@wjud.org
Thank you
Things to Note
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