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Venice High School

Venice High School. Quick Reference Guide for Sophomores. Contents. Review of high school graduation requirements You are probably starting to think about college Grades and credit How to find academic help How to find personal/social help How to get involved Contact us.

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Venice High School

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  1. Venice High School Quick Reference Guide for Sophomores

  2. Contents • Review of high school graduation requirements • You are probably starting to think about college • Grades and credit • How to find academic help • How to find personal/social help • How to get involved • Contact us

  3. VHS graduation: course requirements • 4 years English • 3 years History: Wld history, US History, Econ and Government. • 1 year Biology (lab) and 1 year Physical Science (lab) • 3 years of math: Algebra 1 and 2, and Geometry • 2 years P.E. • Life Skills and Health • 2 years Foreign Language • 2 semesters of a visual/performing art • 2 semesters of a technical art • 1 year more of an advanced course (G requirement)

  4. VHS graduation: additional requirements • You must pass both sections of the CAHSEE with a score of 350 • You must accrue 230 credits for all coursework • You must demonstrate computer literacy • You will complete a service learning project

  5. To participate in VHS graduation ceremonies • You must complete 10 hours of community service for each year you have attended Venice High School • You must complete a Senior Portfolio in the 12th grade

  6. The Cal State/ University of California Requirements(please click on document to enlarge or print in a new window)

  7. Make your own four year plan(please click on the document to enlarge or print in a new window)

  8. How to get academic help • Beyond the Bell: is available to VHS students who need help preparing for the CAHSEE. See Mrs. Azzi in room 213. • Xinachtli is tutoring help by college students available on Tuesdays and Thursdays in room 124 from 3:15 to 5:30. • Venice Study Lounge is tutoring help Mondays through Thursdays in the library from 3:15 to 4:30.

  9. Grades and Credit • “D” grades = 5.0 credits: Students earn credit for high school graduation. A “D” grade will not count for college admission. • “F” grades = 0.0 credits: If you fail a required course such as English, math or history, you must make it up in summer school.

  10. What is the CAHSEE? • CAHSEE stands for California High School Exit Exam. • 1 section math • 1 section English • If either math or English is passed with a score of 350, that section will not have to be taken again. • If either math or English is not passed, there will be multiple chances to retake. • Both sections must be passed to receive diploma

  11. Academic eligibility requirements for sports activities • Students must earn a 2.0 grade point average by the ten week report card. • Students must have a physical clearance by the school nurse. • Students must have health insurance or obtain a school-issued insurance. • Students must follow CIA regulations regarding drug use and steroids.

  12. Honor Society • Delphians: Eligibility for this honor is based upon grade point average in specific classes. • Students can join Delphians in the fall semester of their tenth grade year. • See Mrs. Reyes in the College Center.

  13. Why take the PSAT? • It opens the door to college • You will get feedback on how to improve academically • Prepare for the SAT • Earn scholarship and academic recognition • Begin the college search process • Learn about what college majors might be right for you • Free online access to My College QuickStart

  14. Why visit the college center? • Find out about post-secondary options including college and trade school • Learn about how to apply for financial aid • Talk to college reps who visit VHS regularly • Attend college application workshops • Find out more about your strengths and interests • Obtain useful information about how underclassmen can get started in post-secondary planning now.

  15. What clubs are available at Venice? Journalism Aloha JSU Black Student Union Knights and Ladies Book Club Library Club Chatelaines and Esquires MEChA Chess Club MESA Christian Club Photo Club Fellowship of Christian Athl. Renaissance French Club Second Chance Club Gay Straight Alliance Students Run LA Graphic Arts Venice Men’s Vocals Heal the Bay World Wildlife Defenders Japanese Club Written Voice

  16. It is easy to feel overwhelmed in high school. • VHS counselors can make referrals to on-campus counseling groups. We have groups for many issues including depression, anger, drug dependency, and social skills. • Counselors can make referrals for individual counseling as well. • Informational pamphlets are available in the counseling office on a wide variety of common teen issues.

  17. We are here to help • The mission of the Venice High School counseling department is to provide a comprehensive and developmental counseling program. We strive to promote student success through a focus on academic achievement, social and emotional growth, prevention and intervention activities, advocacy, and career development.

  18. How to reach us • The counseling office is open Monday through Friday from 7:50 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. • Please feel free to call or make an appointment.

  19. How to reach us • MR ZARATE… A-F & CASAA • (310) 577-4324 • MS. CLEARY… G-K & 9TH GRADE MAGNET • (310) 577-4325 • MRS. GOODWIN… L-M & BBFA • (310) 577-4303 • MS. TALLEY… N-S & ESL STUDENTS • (310) 577-4271 • MRS. ROCHE-BLAIR… T-Z, NMA, & AVID • (310) 577-4313 • MS. STURGEON… 10TH-12TH GRADE MAGNET • (310) 577-4312 • MS DAVIS… CREDIT REVOERY PROGRAM • (310) 577-4308 • MS COHEN… WORK EXPERIENCE COORDINATOR • (310) 577-4332

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