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Class of 2020 Counselor: Graduation Requirements & College Prep Info

Check the breakdown of Advanced Placement courses, learn about graduation requirements, and get valuable tips for college applications and exams for the Class of 2020. Stay up to date with important deadlines and essential information.

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Class of 2020 Counselor: Graduation Requirements & College Prep Info

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  1. C C August 19, 2019 Class of 2020

  2. Counselor Breakdown

  3. Advanced Placement (AP) 2019 - 2020 Week 1: May 4 through 8 Week 2: May 11 through 15

  4. CoreRequirements I. ENGLISH: 4 Years II. SOCIAL STUDIES: 3 ½ Years Global Issues: (9th grade) World History: (10th grade) U.S. History: (11th grade) Government / Economics: (12th grade) III. MATH: 3 Years -or- completion of Algebra II IV. SCIENCE: 2 ½ Years Life Science Physical Science Health (1 semester) V. PHYSICAL EDUCATION: 2 Years VI. MODERN LANGUAGE: 1 Year VII. VISUAL or PERFORMING ARTS: 1 Year VIII. ELECTIVES: 50 Credits 220 Course credits Based on CCHS Grad Requirements must be completed to participate in ceremony on: June 12, 2020

  5. C Must Have a MINIMUM of 220 CREDITS completed in required course requirements 60 Hours of Service Learning COMPLETED by: May 15, 2020 ALL Detention Hours Cleared To Receive Your Diploma… C 20 2 0

  6. And... ...Also Seniors CANNOT have MORE THAN 14 full-day absences during the school year. Students with 3 or more UNEXCUSED absences from a single period during a semester may not be eligible to participate in school activities Attendance Matters!

  7. College Rep Visits • College information and advice • College Tours • Career planning/exploration • Lunch & Learns • Workshops • Career Field Trips • Service Learning including internships • Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways follow us @CCC_cchs!! ROOM 14

  8. COLLEGE & CAREER FAIR September 26, 2019 5:00 - 6:00 PM UC and CSU Application Workshop in the Frost 6:00 - 8:00 PM @ HS Track & Field

  9. Options for Continuing Your Education... Community College 4 - yearPublic University (CSU’s & UC’s) 4-Year Private/Independent and Out-of-State Universities

  10. #IApplied Students of the Class of 2020will receive a scholarship to pay for one college application. The scholarship may only be used once for the payment of one college application for a maximum of $100. Community College:students will receive a $50 book voucher once they have enrolled in college classes and can provide a copy of their class schedule for fall of 2020. Appointment Deadlines: The following deadlines will help students set appointments in a timely manner. As we are trying to accomodate an entire senior class, please keep in mind, that same day appointments may not be available. Early Action/Early Decision: Tuesday, October 22 (November 1st deadlines) UC or Cal State Applications: Friday, November 15 Rolling Admissions: Friday, May 15

  11. Before beginning your application Have a copy of Unofficial Transcripts Your Social Security # / AB540 Students “Dreamers”DO NOT NEED SS to apply PARENT Income Information TEST SCORES: SAT/ACT Plus Writing and any Subject Scores Parent’s Residency Information (How long they have lived in CA) Activities; Awards (if applicable) Statewide Student ID # (Located on HS Transcript lower left corner) ELC ID # (only applies to top 9% of students in the class) Visit FAFSA.GOV (free financial aid site) *If you are not a U.S. citizen and deemed AB 5540---See Mrs. Valverde

  12. When Can I apply to... APPLICATION AVAILABLE:October 1st - November 30th APPLICATION FEE:$55 *Free/Reduced Lunch = 4 FREE Applications 2.0 GPA on Eligibility IndexNO LONGER qualifies you to be admitted. APPEAL OPTIONS are available www.csumentor.edu

  13. When Can I apply to... APPLICATION AVAILABLE: OPEN TO COMPLETE August 1st *Apply* November 1st-30th APPLICATION FEE: $70 *Free/Reduced Lunch = 4 FREE Applications GPA Used: UC calculates all ‘a-g’ courses taken between the summer following 9th grade - 11th grade. www.universityofcalifornia.edu/apply

  14. Applying to Private/Independent & Out-of-State Universities Students should visit individual university websites for applications and deadlines OR go to COMMONAPP.ORG Be aware of ALL Requirements (if required):SAT / ACT / Subject Exams SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL AID Forms: CSS Profile: Oct 1st - Collegeboard.org FAFSA: Oct 1st - March 2nd Scholarship Deadlines Housing Deadlines

  15. College exams & how to register: 050715 School Code SAT and/or ACT Required Plus Writing SENIORS can only take exams between September - December (unless required earlier or accepted later by individual university policies) ACT Upcoming Test Dates:Sept. 14th | Oct. 26th | Dec. 14th SAT and Subject Tests Upcoming Test Dates:Oct. 5th | Nov. 2th | Dec. 7th Use code 3594 to send SAT scores to CSU’s Send scores to one UC and ALL UC’s will have the information See Mrs. Valverde for a fee waiver (those that qualify) Register @ www.actstudent.org Cost $ 64.50 w/writing or $ 49.50 w/out Register @www.collegeboard.org Cost $ 67 w/essay or $50.50 w/out

  16. Applying to Community College There are 114Community Colleges in CA REQUIREMENT:Graduated from High School -OR- are 18 years of age or older 16 years of age or older and PASSED the California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) COST: FREE to Apply Visit: www.californiacolleges.edu(list of colleges) Make an APPOINTMENT inside CCC in FALL For ASSISTANCE with APPLICATION and Campus Tours

  17. What is the California Promise? If you attend West Los Angeles College or Santa Monica College o you can apply to attend college forF R E E ! *You must be a full-time student for both the fall and spring semesters. **APPLICATION REQUIRED

  18. Additional Requirements… Applying to Private/Independent &Out-of-State Universities Many REQUIRE LETTERS of RECOMMENDATION from Teachers and Counselors MANDATORY: Complete BRAG SHEET COMMON APPLICATION:*VERY IMPORTANT* Submit your Teacher/Counselor’s email address and we will submit your official transcript and a letter of recommendation ***Verify we have received the common application request by stopping by our office or via email

  19. Obtaining Letter of Recommendations SEPTEMBER 27th Early Decision/Early Action NOVEMBER 8th REGULAR DECISION FYI: If student DOES NOT submit brag sheet by deadline, the Common Application allows a counselor to click a box stating “Not Enough Time to upload comprehensive letter.”

  20. C Common Application: *Recommenders invitations* C 20 2 0

  21. Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center during sophomore year. Register NOW if you haven’t already done so. Speak with Mr. Gyepes (NCAA Coordinator) if you have questions re: NCAA eligibility. If you think you might be eligible for an athletic scholarship: NCAA - www.eligibilitycenter.org

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  23. Mr. Trevor Ramos President, College Funding Remedies

  24. West Los Angeles College GO WEST. GO FAR.

  25. Continue building upon your CCHS Career Pathways: • Computer Science (Software & Networking) • Production & Arts Management • Performing Arts • Engineering & Architecture • Health Science & Medical • This spring many computer science students are earning college credit and industry A+ certification for their HS classes • Students can continue to earn additional industry certifications such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Cisco, Microsoft & more in the evenings, online & weekends for free while still in HS and after they graduate HS Why Choose West?

  26. High Value: Community College to a Career Low Cost & FREE tuition Paid Internships & employment Academic Education & CareerTraining West LA College Instructors are Industry Professionals Industry /Employer Relationships Relevant Hands-on instruction

  27. Concurrent Enrollment Take college classes on West’s campus or Online. • Dual Enrollment Take college classes offered by West right here at Culver City High School! *See Flyer for classes offered this Summer & Fall School and parent/guardian permission is required every term! Earn College Credit While in High School

  28. The L.A. and CA - $0 Tuition “PROMISE” PROGRAMS • Are you a newly graduated high school Student? • Did you attend a California high school? • Did you maintain a 2.0 or higher GPA ? Full-time Freshmen can qualify for $0 tuition for the first year at West regardless of income! Let a WLAC Welcome Center representative help you. *Be sure to APPLY to “Promise” and take the summer orientation ATTEND WEST FOR FREE!

  29. LMU-WLAC Business Scholars Program Guaranteed admission to Loyola Marymount University upon completion of program requirements! • Benefits • Personalized counseling support • Access to resources and facilities at LMU • Special discounts • Career Development • CSU/UC transfer completion • Requirements • Completion of Math 236 (Business Calculus) • Maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA • Full-time status (12 units or more)

  30. Your Neighborhood Community College Come see us just down the street! 9000 Overland Ave In Culver City *The Culver City #3 and #4 public bus drops you off right on campus Questions? Go to www.WLAC.edu or Contact High School Outreach at 310.287.4419 Come Home to West!

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