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Sophomore Parent Meeting March 2010

Claremont High School. Sophomore Parent Meeting March 2010. Class of . Claremont High School. Counselors Sally Condon (A-Cha) Lena Carter (Chb-Gl) Jeremy Troesh (Gm-J) Nicki Mitchell (K-M) Patti Maddox (N-Se) Paula Hebert (Sf-Z) 909-624-9053 ext. 30412

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Sophomore Parent Meeting March 2010

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  1. Claremont High School Sophomore Parent MeetingMarch 2010 Class of

  2. Claremont High School Counselors Sally Condon (A-Cha) Lena Carter (Chb-Gl) Jeremy Troesh (Gm-J) Nicki Mitchell (K-M) Patti Maddox (N-Se) Paula Hebert (Sf-Z) 909-624-9053 ext. 30412 http://www.cusd.claremont.edu/chs

  3. CHS Graduation and a-g College Entrance Requirements • “a” Social Science • “b” English • “c” Math • “d” Lab Science • “e” World Language • “f” Visual/Performing Arts • “g” Electives

  4. Social Science“a”

  5. English“b” Grades 9-12 English Every Year

  6. Math“c”

  7. Lab Science“d”

  8. World Language “e” Visual/Performing Arts “f”

  9. College Prep Electives “g” • The UC/CSU systems require one additional year of college prep classes, e.g. government, economics, 3rd year of language or science

  10. Additional Requirements for UC Admission • Scholarship Requirement • 3.0 minimum state college GPA • must have a “C” or better in all college prep courses • Examination Requirement • ACT (plus ACT Writing Test) or SAT

  11. PE

  12. Additional Requirements • Public Health and Safety • Computer Education 70 Elective Credits • California High School Exit Exam

  13. Life after CHS • College • Trade School • Military • Work

  14. Community Colleges • Open admission High school diploma or 18 yrs of age • Workforce Training • Associates Degree • Transfer Programs

  15. Sample of Programs at Local Community Colleges • Audio Recording and Technology - Citrus • Cosmetology -- Citrus • Auto Technology – Citrus • R.N. Program – Citrus, Mt. SAC, Chaffey • Culinary - Chaffey • Fashion Design – Chaffey • Firefighter Academy – Mt. SAC • Vet Tech Program – Mt. SAC

  16. California Public Universities

  17. Private Colleges • Each college has its own admission requirements • Meeting the UC requirements will satisfy most private colleges; however many selective private colleges do require SAT Subject Tests • Questions? Contact the admissions office directly and research through Naviance • Don’t let the sticker price deter you at this stage.

  18. What else do colleges want? Essay and Recommendations Attributes ability to overcome hardship,, creativity, special talent, etc. Rigorous course work Volunteer service, extra curricular involvement and leadership

  19. There is a college for everyone who wants to attend! 2500+ four-year colleges in the U.S. College search via Naviance based on: Location Size Diversity Selectivity Major

  20. How do I pay? • Federal Aid (includes grants, loans, work study) • State Aid • School-based Aid Try www.finaid.com and www.fastweb.com as well as Naviance: “Scholarships”

  21. Does the PSAT really matter? • National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test in Junior Year • Good practice for SAT or ACT • Offered once per year only in October

  22. SAT Reasoning Measures critical reading, mathematical, and writing abilities 70 minutes each for critical reading and math 60 minutes for writing 25 min. essay 35 min. multiple choice 200-800 possible points for each section www.collegeboard.com ACT 25% English 25% math 25% reading 25% science 1 - 36 possible points No penalty for incorrect answers Optional writing assessment added www.act.org ACT and SAT Reasoning (may take either for 4-year college)

  23. ACT/SAT Prep • Rigorous classes, do your homework, and READ • Private classes (Sylvan, Princeton Review, Ivy West, etc.) • Test Prep Workbooks available at local bookstores Free online test prep • www.number2.com

  24. SAT Subject Tests • Required by very selective colleges • This year 10th graders may be eligible for World History, Chemistry or Math Level 2. Talk to your counselor about this during your meeting. • Sign up at www.collegeboard.com

  25. When Should I Test? • Spring of Junior Year

  26. Rigorous, challenging coursework Must request the course Colleges may grant credit for passing scores on IB/AP exams If your student is interested in IB, be sure to discuss with counselor We encourage you to visit rm. 404 tonight for additional IB information International Baccalaureate (IB)Advanced Placement (AP)

  27. ROP-Regional Occupational Program Automotive, Criminal Justice, Virtual Enterprise, Drafting are Here at CHS ! Throughout our region: Earn elective credits and job skills Be ready for more than minimum wage employment when you graduate from CHS!! SIGN UP IN OUR COLLEGE/CAREER CENTER -- RM 401

  28. NCAA Eligibility • Start the certification process at end of 11th grade by going to www.ncaaclearinghouse.net • Earn a GPA of at least 2.0 in a core curriculum of 16 approved classes for Division I • Meet the core GPA/Test Score Index

  29. Summer counts; don’t waste it! • CHS Summer School • Naviance (look for enrichment programs) • Volunteer Hours • Youth Exchange / Travel Programs • Remember to request approval from counselor prior to taking off-campus classes if you plan to use the class to complete a grad requirement

  30. BEFORE your appointment… • Jot down questions • Select elective(s) • Decide on first period Finally…please arrive FIVE (5) minutes early for your appointment! • Bring registration materials (with the Course Request form completed as much as possible) to your individual appointment

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