Welcome Junior Class Students & Parents

1. Welcome Junior Class Students & Parents Class of 2018

2. Objectives • High school graduation requirements • Summer School & AP Courses • College Admission Requirements • Things to consider about college • NCAA Eligibility • College Assessments • Community College, Vocational & Military • ROP, Service Learning Hours, Planning ahead • Naviance

3. Graduation Requirements • 40 Service Learning Hours • 230 credits • English = 40 • Social Science/History = 30 • Mathematics = 30 • Science = 20 • PE = 20 • Visual & Performing Arts/World Language/Career Tech =10 • Computer Ops = 5 • Electives = 75

4. Q: What if I don’t have a C- or better? A: SUMMER SCHOOL WHO • All students may repeat a course in which they earned a D or F (for remediation only). • Example: If you fail English 11 Sem. 1 and US History Sem. 2 this year, you will need to attend Summer School to retake these classes. • You can only take 2 semester classes in Summer School. Each class is 2.5 hours long. Summer School is usually 7:30 – 12:50 pm and you only earn 10 credits. REQUIREMENTS • Classes meet Monday – Thursday from 7:30a -12:50p • Summer School is the ONLY option you have to make up classes in order to remain 4 year college eligible. • If you fail to make up classes during summer school, you will be required to attend adult school one or more nights a week during your senior year. Adult school classes DO NOT meet college admission requirements.

5. Earn College Credit by Taking AP Courses! • Advanced Placement courses are COLLEGE LEVEL courses offered by the College Board. • Get a head start on college-level work • Exams are scored on a numeric scale, 1 to 5 • Possible College Credit earned if a score of 3 or better • Success in AP courses requires dedication, organization, and determination • More rigorous than the grade level course offerings • Expect to spend an hour or more per night for each AP course, summer readings, option to sit for the exam in May • Weighted GPA– more points for grades!Stand out in the college admissions process • Approximate cost is $100 each • Fee waivers available (check with Mrs. May)

6. The UC and CSU

7. Understanding College Admission Requirements

8. A-G Course Criteria • “A” – History/Social Sciences – 2 years • World History & US History or½ USH & ½ Am Gov • “B” – English – 4 years • “C” – Mathematics – 3 years • Must include Geometry & Algebra 2 • “D” – Lab Science – 2 years • Must include Chemistry & Life Science Biology • “E” – Language Other than English – 2 years • Must be 2 consecutive years of the same language • “F” – Visual and Performing Arts – 1 year • “G” – College Preparatory Elective – 1 year

9. Graduation Subject Requirements vs. College Subject Requirements

10. Eligibility in the Local Context (ELC) is a University of California program that identifies top-performing California high school students.ELC draws qualified students from among the top 9 percent of each participating high school. To be designated as ELC, a student must : • have satisfactorily completed a specific pattern of 11 UC-approved courses prior to the start of senior year • have a UC-calculated GPA that meets or exceeds the top 9 percent GPA benchmark established by UC for their school. • Kennedy sends GPA information for the top 15% of the junior class during the summer before senior year to UC and a letter is mailed directly to the student in the fall. Questions? Information about the ELC process and requirements and the university’s new freshman admission requirements at http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/admissions/freshman. Questions about ELC policy can be sent to elc@ucop.edu. UC Eligibility in the Local Context

11. Factors to Consider: Choosing a College or University • Size (Colleges/Universities range in size from 40,000 students to under 1000) • Cost (in-state vs. out-of-state tuition, private vs. public) • Selectivity(do you meet the admissions criteria for college/university, how competitive is admissions?) • Type of College(private, public, community, parochial, etc) • Major/AcademicFocus (do they have your major?) • Housing(preference for living off/on campus? Cost?) • Location(in-state vs. out-of-state, rural vs. urban setting, weather considerations, flight costs)

12. Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) • College in the west for less – 15 states & 1 American territory (Northern Mariana Islands) • Enroll in participating 2 year & 4 year colleges at a reduced rate • Depending on the college, restrictions might apply to certain majors. • Up to 150% of regular resident tuition, based on your GPA & other factors • www.wiche.edu/wue

13. Common Myth About Private & Out-of-State Colleges • They are more expensive than UC’s – FALSE. • Many private and out of state colleges may have higher sticker prices than UC, but unlike UC, they are able to offer students more grants, scholarships, and better financial aid packages that in many instances, end up being cheaper than the cost of UC tuition. • Many public and private universities in other states have grants and scholarships exclusively available for California students.

14. NCAA-Thinking of playing sports in college? KENNEDY DOES NOT CLEAR STUDENTS FOR NCAA. IT IS STUDENT/PARENT RESPONSIBILITY • Division I (Universities that award full athletic scholarships) • Graduate from high school • You must complete 16 core courses • Earn minimum required grade-pointaverage in the core courses (Current 2016-17 School Year: 2.33 GPA) • Earn a combined SAT/ACT sum score • (sliding scale sample on the next slide) See website for further information! www.eligibilitycenter.org

15. PSAT Exam • ALL JUNIORS took the PSAT exam Wednesday, October 19th at Kennedy at no charge. • JUNIORS who score high on this exam may be considered for National Merit Scholar, a prestigious recognition given to the top high school students throughout the US. • You will receive a copy of your PSAT scores in early February during homeroom. This score report will help you identify areas of weakness to focus on as you prepare for the SAT. • SAT/ACT Question of the Day (register yourself!)

16. CollegeAssessmentsSAT vs. ACT • The SAT and the ACT test almost identical material with a few exceptions. • 1. ACT test slightly more advanced math in greater depth (i.e., trigonometry, imaginary numbers, logarithms, & SohCahToaconcept in a variety of situations) • 2. ACT has a Science section, SAT does not. • 3. Essays are different, not easier or harder. The ACT gives you a set of arguments and asks you to pick the best one of the three options, with a bit of reasoning for why you think it’s best. The New SAT gives you a fully-written essay and then asks you to evaluate that essay and find the evidence, the reasoning elements, and the structure. • 4. ACT more fast-paced and time sensitive • 5. SAT has subject tests • Choose the test that is right for you!

17. How to Decide Which Test to Take: • Step 1: Get a copy of official prep testing booklets for both exams. These booklets have real ACTs and SATs with grading rubrics. • The Official College Board SAT Manual • The Real ACT Prep Guide, 2016-2107 • Student guides and Prep books available for review in College/Career Center • Step 2: Look through each test and review sections to get a “feel” for basic formatting and question-types. • Note: If ACT looks doable, move forward. If it looks like a nightmare, stick with the SAT • Step 3: Start studying immediately! No matter which test you decide to take, studying as soon as possible is the biggest advantage you can give yourself!

18. Tests & Deadlines 2017

19. COST 2016 - 17 SAT Reasoning:$57 WithoutEssay: $45 FeeWaiversAvailable (SEE MRS. MAY) COST 2016 - 17 ACT: $42.50 ACT w/ Writing: $58.50 FeeWaiversAvailable (SEE MRS. MAY) COST 2016-17 SAT Subject: $26 (First) AdditionalSubjects: $20 per test FeeWaiversAvailable (SEE MRS. MAY) CHECK THE WEBSITES FOR FURTHER DETAILED INFORMATION : act.org and collegeboard.com

20. Community College • Ohlone College classes are offered at Kennedy! For a listing of courses, see the school website or your counselor for more info. • There are 123 community colleges in California and each one is unique. For a complete listing of schools, check out www.cccapply.org. • Placement tests in English and Math are required for all community colleges. If you do not score well on the placement tests, you will be required to take remediation classes before you are able to take transfer level courses. • In order for a student to transfer to a UC or CSU, students must complete 60 units of college coursework with grades of C or higher. • TAG (Transfer Admission Guarantee) Programs available: ask a community college counselor once you begin there. Sample IGETC plan for CSU/UC transfer on the next page.

23. Mission Valley ROPRegional Occupational Program • Anatomy & Physiology* • Auto Body Painting & Refinishing 1&2 • Automotive Technology • Careers in Education • Civil Engineering & Architecture • Computer Animation 1&2 • Construction Technology 1&2 • Culinary Arts 1&2* • Digital Sound Design 1&2 • Digital Video Arts 1&2* • Event Planning & Catering* • Fire Technology 1&2 • Game Design • Geometry in Construction* • Law Enforcement • Medical Assisting • Motion Graphics 1&2 • Nursing Assistant • Pharmacy Clerk 1&2 • Sports Therapy 1&2 *Classes offered at JFKHS • Sign-ups are duringregistration • Firstcome, firstservebasis • Spaces are limited • Careertraining • Careerexploration • Highschoolcredit

24. MVROP Articulation Agreements with Ohlone • An articulated high school course is a high school course or courses that the faculty in the discipline have determined to be comparable to a specific community college course. • If students pass a MVROP that is articulated with Ohlone College with a B or better, they will earn FREE college credit. The following classes apply to Kennedy students: • Anatomy & Physiology for Medical Careers --> BIOL 104: Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology • Careers in Education 1 --> ECS 300: Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children (3.0 Units) & WEX 195A3: Occupational Work Experience Education (3.0 Units) • Careers in Education 2 --> ECS 311: Art for the Young Child (3.0 Units) & WEX 195A1: Occupational Work Experience Education (1.0 Unit) • Law Enforcement/Homeland Security --> AJ 101: Administration of Justice (3.0 Units) • Visit http://www.mvrop.org/Page/1152​ for a complete list

25. Vocational Training & Military Service • For students not interested in traditional 2 or 4 year college, vocational or technical training and military service is an option. • Contrary to popular belief, in order to enlist in any branch of the military, students MUST earn a high school diploma. A GED or proficiency exam can no longer replace the diploma requirement. If interested, see your counselor or College and Career Specialist Mrs. May. • In addition to preparing students for transferring, community colleges offer certificate programs to help prepare students for technical and service industry jobs (plumbing, electrical, mechanic, construction, culinary arts, nursing/dental assistants, etc.) and are often SIGNIFICANTLY CHEAPER than the cost of a FOR PROFIT college (Examples: DeVry, Healy College, Wyotech) or other programs you might see adds for on television.

26. Service Learning Hours Requirements Resources • You must complete 40 Service Learning Hours. These hours must be for a non-profit organization. • See the school website for ideas and forms. www.jfkhs.org • See Mrs. Clark in Room 114 to turn in forms or if you have any questions. • January 27th is deadline to turn in hours served over the summer before expiration • Deborah Clark, Service Learning Coordinator 510-657-4070 Ext 27114

27. Common Mistakes Seniors Make • Take an easy schedule • Lack of Research/Planning • Rush to get everything done (Essays, applications, community service hours, etc.) • Forgetting Deadlines • Failing to ask for help and ask questions • SENIORITIS!

28. Naviance • Online College and Career Planning Portfolio • Research Colleges • Sign Up for College Visits • Keep College Search Process Organized • Create Your Own College List • Personality Profile with “Do What You Are” • Build resume • Career Assistance • Websites Log on to: http://connection.naviance.com or you can follow a link through the JFK website under the college and career services tab.

29. Getting Started What you will need: • Valid Email address • Personal Registration password (if you forgot your password, you can obtain this from your counselor) • Go to the following website: http://connection.naviance.com/jfkfremont

36. Things to Complete on Naviance: • Career Interest Profiler • Super Match College Search • Create List of Possible Colleges • National Scholarship Search • Create/Update Your Resume

37. Career Center • Your one stop shop for all your career and post-secondary needs! • Cal Grants & Fee Waivers and FAFSA. • See our College and Career Specialist in Room 204 for more details: Mrs. Becky May 510-657-4070 Ext. 27204 bmay@fremont.k12.ca.us

38. Junior Calendar – Important Dates • January 27 – Claim service learning hours from summer time • March - Counselors meet 1-on-1 with Juniors to select Senior Year classes. Tip: choose wisely! • March-June – Junior students are encouraged to take the SAT or ACT • April/May – AP Exams and SBAC (Dates TBA) • Summer – Visit college campuses, summer school classes (to replace D/F for a-g courses), continue to work on your resume by volunteering, complete SL hours, part-time job, etc.

39. We are here to help! Please do not hesitate to contact us or make an appointment if you need anything. We look forward to working with you! • A-F – Mrs. Tifni O’Neill 510-657-4070 Ext. 27006 toneill@fremont.k12.ca.us • G-L – Mr. David Reska 510-657-4070 Ext. 27019 dreska@fremont.k12.ca.us • M-Ri – Ms. NoiaSiamu 510-657-4070 Ext. 27018 msiamu@fremont.k12.ca.us • Ro-Z – Ms. Mimi Vo 510-657-4070 Ext. 27017 mvo@fremont.k12.ca.us