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Guidance Department Class of 2020 Parent Night Planning for Success

Join us for the Guidance Department Class of 2020 Parent Night to learn about planning for success in Prospect High School. Our guidance advisors will be available to answer questions and provide support for students regarding class choices, graduation status, post-high school plans, trouble with grades, options for making up an "F," and questions about schedules. Schedule appointments with the guidance advisor and stay updated with important academic facts, attendance policies, and college admissions requirements. Don't miss out on valuable resources like Naviance Family Connection and the California Scholarship Federation.

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Guidance Department Class of 2020 Parent Night Planning for Success

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  1. Guidance DepartmentClass of 2020 Parent NightPlanning for Success Prospect High School

  2. Guidance Support Maria Aguiniga Guidance Advisor: A – L Shawnee McQuain Guidance Advisor: M – Z Renee Ereno Guidance Secretary College & Career Center Parent Volunteers

  3. Want to talk with your Guidance Advisor? Students can drop in: • Questions about class choices • Graduation Status • Post High School Plan • Trouble with grades • Options for making up an “F” • Questions about schedules Parents highly encouraged to schedule an appointment with your student’s Guidance Advisor.

  4. Calendar Overview • September 12: Freshman Parent Night • September 13 & 14: Class Visits • Guidance Advisor presentations • Students receive Naviance log-In information • Sept 16: End of first grading period – progress report • Oct 28: End of second grading period – progress report • Dec 16: End of first semester. Final Exams Dec 14 - 16

  5. Naviance Family Connection Students can: • Search for majors & careers • Complete college search • Personality type surveys • Create & manage their 4-year high school plan • Build their Resume & Brag Sheet • Manage the college application process

  6. Class of 2016 is on their way! 90% of seniors reporting indicated a transition to higher education  • 39%4-year colleges • 10% University of California • 17% California State University • 12% Private/ Out-of-State Colleges • 49% 2-year colleges • 2% Career College & Military Service Scholarships & Grants: $1.6 million

  7. Class of 2016 is on their way!

  8. Graduation Requirements 1) Earn 220 Credits 2) Pass Subjects Required TOTAL REQUIRED = 220 CREDITS

  9. Important Academic Facts • Each semester, a passed class earns 5 credits; • For the year, a passed class earns 10 credits • A minimum of a D- is required to earn credits towards graduation; colleges require a minimum of C. • Failed classes earn no credits, but are calculated in the GPA as a zero and remain on the transcript.

  10. Progress Reports • SchoolLoop & mailed home (6 weeks & 12 weeks) • Grades measure academic performance • Grades used for sports/extracurricular eligibility • Only semester grades appear on the transcript and credits go towards graduation requirement • Permanent record of high school academic performance.

  11. Attendance • Truants, unexcused absences & tardies will impact a student’s ability to succeed in high school. • Being in class = success • Absences must be cleared within 3 days • Parents must call the 24-hour Attendance Hotline at 558-3068 to clear an absence

  12. The “3” Components that “4 year Universities’ are Looking for Academics + Testing + The Student

  13. Minimum UC/CSU A-G Subject Requirements Must earn C’s or better to satisfy requirement. If you earn a D or F, see your Guidance Advisor for options to validate.

  14. Academic Importance • A ‘D’ or ‘F’ earned in an UC/CSU A-G Subject requirement may need to be repeated to apply to 4-year university. Validation. • Credits earned outside Prospect are entered on the Prospect transcript if needed to graduate. (e.g.; community college class or online class)

  15. College Entrance Tests • PSAT - practice SAT • ACT Composite Total = 36 • English, Math, Reading, and Science – Essay (Optional) • SAT Reasoning Composite Total = 1600 • Critical Reading & Math – Essay (Optional) • SAT Subject Test • No longer required by UC or CSU • may be recommended or required for certain private colleges, majors…

  16. ACT – www.actstudent.org • SAT Reasoning – www.collegeboard.org • SAT Subject Test – www.collegeboard.org Tests typically taken during the spring semester of junior year. They can also be taken during the fall of senior year. College Admissions Test Requirements

  17. Extracurricular Activities • College applications • Community service based Scholarships • Meaningful activities • Prolonged commitment • Leadership roles • Keep track of community service hours, duties and dates(NOT a graduation requirement)

  18. What is CSF? The California Scholarship Federation (CSF) emphasizes high standards of service, scholarship, and citizenship for California high school students.   The CSF motto is "Scholarship through Service" www.csf-cjsf.org Contact Mr. Chun Yao Chang, CSF Advisor cchang@cuhsd.org

  19. Teacher(s) Loopmail, email or call Arrange a meeting Guidance After meeting with the teacher(s), if still have concerns, contact your student’s guidance advisor Student Help during Study Hall Every day except collaboration days 11:40 – 12:10 School Loop Look up assignments and due dates Check grades Get valuable news Loopmail your teachers and guidance advisor Students get help at the Homework Center Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 2:45 – 4:00 Library Student Support

  20. Steps to Success! • Do your homework • Choose friends wisely • Participate in activities outside of the classroom • Find a quiet place to study • Use a daily planner • Use Study Hall to get help from your teachers • Be respectful of others • Think before you send

  21. Guidance Support Maria Aguiniga maguiniga@cuhsd.org Guidance Advisor: A - L Shawnee McQuainsmcquain@cuhsd.org Guidance Advsior: M - Z Renee Ereno rereno@cuhsd.org Guidance Secretary College & Career Center Parent Volunteers Mondays in the Quad, Tuesdays in the Library

  22. Thank you for joining us! Go Panthers! Choose Success!

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