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Freshman Orientation. Everything you need to know To be a successful Bulldog. OHHS Administration. Principal – Mr. Porras Assistant Principal – Mr. Capps Vice Principal – Mr. Yancey Activities Director – Mr. Clark Athletic Director – Mr. Goodman. Counseling.
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Freshman Orientation Everything you need to know To be a successful Bulldog
OHHS Administration • Principal – Mr. Porras • Assistant Principal – Mr. Capps • Vice Principal – Mr. Yancey • Activities Director – Mr. Clark • Athletic Director – Mr. Goodman
Counseling • Class of 2011 – Mrs. Harguess (Head Counselor) • Class of 2012 – Mrs. Dang • Class of 2013 (A-K) – Mrs. Browning • Class of 2013 (L-Z) – Mr. Boberg • Counseling Assistants – Mrs. Halter & Mrs. Hernandez
Graduation Requirements All students need to complete 220 credits:40 credits of English20 credits of Math (Must include Algebra 1 and Geometry or Practical Geometry.30 Credits of Science (Must include 1 Life AND 1 Physical)30 Credits of History (World History, US History, Government and Economics)20 Credits of PE (4 years of Band or 4 years of ROTC can meet this requirement)10 Credits of EITHER a Foreign Language or Performing Art.70 Credits of ElectivesPassing of the California High School Exit Exam
Four Year Plan • Your Counselor will be calling you in to complete a Four Year Plan for your high school classes here at OHHS. • This will help map out your classes for your high school years.
College Bound? A – G Requirements: Refer to student handbook College Practice Exams *PSAT/ EXPLORE College Entrance Exams * ACT/SAT GPA – Must pass classes with a C or better
Career Center • Diane Rodriguez – Career Center Specialist • START NOW!!! • 30 computers • Explore Career Center Websites • Scholarships for Freshman • Guest Speakers
Get Involved • Clubs • Athletics • Drama Productions • Concerts • Dances • Pep Rallies • Class Competitions
High School Slang • Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior • Homecoming • AP • CAHSEE • NCAA • A-G • FAFSA • Club Fair
Bulldog Training • All 9th grade students will be encouraged to attend an all day seminar here at OHHS. • Workshops will address topics such as : anger management, healthy relationships, positive self concept, and tolerance. • Sign- ups for first session will be coming soon.
Testing • P-SAT / EXPLORE • SAT/ ACT • ASVAB • Benchmarks • STAR testing in April Whenever you have a test, try your best!
Reasons To See My Counselor • Academic guidance and support • Career planning and exploration • College or post high school planning • Social or personal issues • Peer Assistants are also available
Long Term Goals • Graduate from High school in 4 years! • Think about and prepare what you want to be when you grow up! • Keep up on your grades, check Edline • Get involved in your community • Remember: Your education and your future is YOUR responsibility!