Registration 2010-2011

1. Cerritos High School Registration 2010-2011 Welcome~!!!

2. Option A English (H, ELD, CP) Math (Alg, Geom, Alg II…) PE Biology (CP or Honors) Foreign Language or Fine Art 6) Futures/Health or Band/Health Careers Pathways Option B English (H, CP) Math (Alg, Geom, Alg II…) PE Biology (CP or Honors) Foreign Language or Fine Art 6) World History H MUN Typical Schedule

3. MUN- Model United Nations Students who enroll in 9th grade World History MUN H need to have received a “B” in all semesters of 7th & 8th grade Social Science courses. Band Chorus Special Electives

4. Health Careers Pathways Cerritos High is proud to offer a Health Pathways program for students interested in the medical fields. Incoming freshmen should register for Medical Biology and Medical Health classes. The curriculums for classes in the Pathways program have been altered to stress useful medical applications. Students enrolled in the program are obligated to be active members of the HOSA club. This requires a membership fee and monies for competitions and conferences.

5. How is High School different than Middle School??? • In High School if you receive an “F” you HAVE to repeat the class at another time. • Classes will move at a fast pace, so keep up! • If you have problems, don’t worry, there’s help! • You will need to learn how to build a relationship to your teacher. Be honest, ask questions, stay after class/school. • Tutoring! Don’t be afraid of tutoring. You can even get a fellow student to be your tutor for FREE! (CSF tutoring, Math and English Department Sponsored Tutoring).

6. Graduation Requirements • Must complete 230 credits • 1 semester = 5 credits, passed with a “D” or higher. • English: 40 credits (4 years) • Social Science: 30 credits (World, US, Civics/Econ) • Math: 30 credits (meet Algebra I requirement) • Science: 20 credits (1 year Life Science, 1 year Physical Science) • PE: 20 credits (pass the Fitness Gram) • Health: 5 credits • Foreign Lang/Fine Art: 10 credits • Electives:75 credits • Must pass the California High School Exit Exam.

7. College Requirements • If you plan on attending a 4 year university, you have to go above and beyond the graduation requirements. • CSU or UC or Private University • Make sure you are taking A-G approved courses • Take all of your classes seriously starting NOW. • To be college competitive you should not have any “D’s” or “F’s” on your transcript at any time!

8. A-G Electives College Prep Electives (G) • Computer Graphics (ROP) • Economics • Environmental Science (AP) • Psychology (AP and CP) • Computer Science (AP) • News Staff Visual & Performing Arts Electives (F) • Advanced Band • Art • Ceramics • Choir (GLEE) • Contemporary Media • Dance Performance • Digital Video Editing, C-High • Drama • Film Studies • Marching Band • Multi-Media Communications • Orchestra • Piano

9. Interest Electives (Not A-G) • ROP Courses • Pharmacy Clerk/Technician • Computer Graphics • Video Game Development • Hotel Careers • Culinary Arts • Cosmetology • Accounting* • Student and the LAW*

10. Courses AP • AP Contracts: To take an AP (Advanced Placement) course, you must submit an AP Contract agreeing to stay in an AP course for at least one semester, regardless of grade. You are also required to take the AP exam. • AP Summer Academy: If you are considering taking an AP course for the first time, it is highly recommended that you enroll in this program. It will highlight tools that will help you be more successful in your AP course.

11. Don’t be just another face in the crowd~!

12. Activities International Food Court Fall and Spring Plays Sports Games Cancer Walk CHS Idol Holiday Concerts Campus Clubs Spelling Bee

13. Get Involved… • Studies show that children who participate in one or more after-school activities are less prone to negative peer pressure and have higher levels of self-esteem than children who do not participate. Studies have also shown that extracurricular activities can boost a child's academic performance and provide students with a way to feel proud of themselves and their capabilities. They can help a child release pent-up frustration and energy, develop social skills, and discover talents, abilities, and interests. (Eccles, Jacquelynne S., et al. "Extracurricular Activities and Adolescent Development." Journal of Social Issues 59 (Winter 2003): 865–89.)

14. Boys Cross-country Football Water Polo Basketball Soccer Wrestling Badminton Baseball Golf Swimming Tennis Track Volleyball Girls Cross-country Golf Tennis Volleyball Basketball Soccer Water Polo Badminton Softball Swimming Track SPORTS

15. Campus Clubs • California Scholarship Federation • Dance Drill • Animanga (Japanese Animation) • French Club • Gay-Straight Alliance • Habitat for Humanity • International and Chinese Chess Club • Chi Alpha Omega (Jesus Club) • Key Club • Korean Club • Model United Nations (MUN) • National Honor Society • Red Cross

16. Clubs continued~ • Pep Squad • HOSA (Health Occupation Student Association) • News Staff • Muslim Student Association • Kids Helping Kids • Open Net Hockey • Make A Wish

18. Counselors… Get To Know Us!What your counselor can do for you: *Help with student’s Academic, Personal-Social, and post high school goals *Review your transcripts and ensure you are on track for Graduation & College Assist you in applying to college, scholarships, and jobs *Direct you to resources to help you be successful *Most importantly, they are your advocates. Get to know them and say hi~!

19. Counseling Appointment For Students… @ Counseling Window * Make appointments with your counselor * Sign up for Peer Tutoring For Parents… * Call or Make appointment with your counselor! Cerra Don 11:15 AM May 15 Mr. BAEK

20. Who is My Counselor? • Mr. Baek (M-R, T-U) • Ms. Chan (K-L, S) • Ms. Lin (A-C, V-X) • Ms. Silber (D-J, Y-Z) Ms. Chan Mr. Baek Ms. Lin Ms. Silber

21. Expectations Freshmen • Take your 1st year in High School seriously… • No matter what people say, grades in Freshmen year DO count for College! • Build a relationship with your teacher for support and guidance • Figure out your POTENTIAL early so you can make wise decisions for school involvement and to balance responsibilities • Make sure to meet your counselor at least once before your first semester ends…!

22. Summer Expectations • Travel • Volunteer • Prepare for upcoming subjects • Take a fun community college course • Study for PSATs • Nurture your skills, talents, gifts, and other interests~

23. Registration • Choose classes wisely • You CAN still make changes… Just tell your counselor before summer or after. • One change rule • Return cards to your teacher by Friday, March 19

25. Interested in Honors PE…?!?

26. Registration Handbook

27. 4 year schedule * Plan with Student * Review with Counselor …UC/CSU or 4 year college requirements met??

28. A-G Courses * Calculated for “Weighted GPA” * Most Rigorous in CHS … How do you get into those classes??

29. Course • Description • *Prerequisite: What • do you need to get in? • Grades • CST (STAR Test) • Teacher Signature • Previous Level completion • None

30. Schedule * 6 Classes * Can’t Pick Teachers * ABI Enrollment Change *Before15th day -”W/F” = F *Must complete form * One Change in Elective -Must be an “Alternate” ***Teacher Changes***