Terra Nova High School Freshmen and Sophomore Parent Night September 19, 2013

1. Terra Nova High School Freshmen and Sophomore Parent NightSeptember 19, 2013 Counselors Sabrina Wilson Last Names A-He 550-7675 – sabrina.wilson@juhsd.net Jennifer Gordon Last Names Hi-Sa 550-7677 - jgordon@juhsd.net Maritza Torres Last Names Sc-Z 550 – 7676 – mtorres@juhsd.net

2. Where We Were • Elementary/Middle School • Smaller Setting • Fewer Teachers • More Flexible Curriculum • Closer Oversight

3. Where We Are Going • College • Vocational Training • Job Market • Military • Volunteer Programs

4. How We can Help • Teach • Advice vs. action • Information vs. solutions • Self Advocacy vs. intervention

5. Supporting Students At home • Provide quite time and a place for students to complete work • Be aware of course syllabus for each class and review student daily planner for assignment completion • Prepare for morning rush by making sure student has materials for next day (binders, homework, p.e. clothes, lunch)

6. Supporting Students At school • Establish regular contact with teachers via ParentVUE, e-mail or weekly progress report forms • Find out when teachers are available for support • Schedule parent/teacher conferences

7. Stay Connected • Terra Nova Times • TN website * Daily Bulletin • ParentVUE • Phone Messages * Attendance/Information

8. Resources Counselors • Monitor academic progress • Four year plan • Postsecondary Planning • Additional support with teachers • Special Services Counselor • Outside Referrals • Conferences with student and teachers

9. Facilities • Library Hours of Operation M-Fri, 7:30 a.m.- 2:45 p.m. • Computer Lab • Career Center

10. Freshmen Grades Do Count! • Colleges verify that 9th grade CP classes are passed with at least a C grade • Recommendations for classes for future/advanced classes are dependent on grades in prerequisite classes • GPA for honors at graduation is cumulative • GPA is used for California Scholarship Federation

11. Terra Nova High School Graduation Requirements (1) Earn total of 225 credits (2) Pass subject requirements (3) Pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)

12. Terra Nova High School Graduation Requirements English - 4 years Math- 3 years Science- 2 years 1 year biological and 1 year physical Social Studies - 3 years 1 year World History, 1 year US History, 1 semester Government, 1 semester Economics Foreign Language or Fine Arts - 1 year Vocational Arts - 1 year Business, Home Economics, or Industrial Technology Physical Education - 2 years Health- 1 semester Electives - X number of units needed for graduation

13. California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) Date: March 18th and 19th 2 Sections: (1) English Language Arts (2) Math Students must pass each section with a score of 350 or higher www.cde.ca.gov/statetests/cahsee

14. CAHSEE Overview • The first opportunity students have to take the CAHSEE is in grade 10. • Students have additional opportunities to take the part(s) of the CAHSEE not yet passed throughout high school • Students shall retake only the portion(s) of the exam not previously passed

15. Exam Content Day One: English-Language Arts (ELA) • 72 multiple-choice items • 1 writing task • 7 multiple-choice field test items • Assesses content standards through grade 10 in reading and writing

16. ELA Strands Six strands addressed on CAHSEE: • Word Analysis • Reading Comprehension • Literary Response and Analysis • Writing Strategies • Writing Conventions • Writing Applications

17. Exam Content: Math Day Two: Math • 80 multiple-choice items • 12 field test multiple-choice items • Assesses grades 6 and 7 content standards, in addition to Algebra I

18. Math Strands Six strands addressed on CAHSEE: • Number Sense • Statistics, Data Analysis, and Probability • Measurement and Geometry • Algebra and Functions • Algebra I • Mathematical Reasoning

19. College Systems in California 4 College Systems (1) Community Colleges (109) (2) California State University (23) (3) University of California (10) (4) Private Colleges (77+)

20. Community College Eligibility Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent • 18 years of age or older Reasons to Consider • An excellent value - $46/unit • Transfer agreements • Job skills for a career

21. CSU and UC Eligibility Requirements • Subject Requirement • Testing Requirement • GPA Requirement • UC schools will use comprehensive review to admit students (academics, extracurricular activities, personal statement, special circumstances).

22. CSU and UC “a-g” Subject Requirements A. History/Social Science - 2 years B. English - 4 years C. Math (Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II) 3 years (4 recommended) D. Lab Science (1 Biological, 1 Physical) 2 years (3 recommended) E. Language Other than English (Same Language) 2 years (3 recommended) F. Visual and Performing Arts - 1 year G. College Prep Elective - 1 year Must earn a “C” or better both semesters https:pathways2.ucop.edu/doorways/list/site

23. CSU & UCTesting Requirement CSU SAT Reasoning or ACT UC SAT Reasoning or ACT with writing optional: SAT Subject Tests- 2 subject tests in 2 differentareas: History/Social Science, English Literature, Math II, Lab Science, or Language other than English

24. College Admissions Recommended Testing Timeline www.collegeboard.com 10th grade • PSAT – October 19th 11th grade • PSAT- October/19th Saturday • Offered once a year at TNHS • SAT Reasoning or ACT with writing - Spring • SAT Subject Tests (if needed)- June • U.S. History, Math II, English Literature, Lab Science, or Language other than English 12th grade • Repeat SAT’s/ACT’s to Improve Scores • October, November or December

25. CSU & UC GPA Requirement • GPA calculated beginning in 10th grade for approved “a-g” courses only • Minimum GPA required for CSU Eligibility is a 2.7, competitive GPA is a 3.2 or higher • Minimum GPA required for UC Eligibility is a 3.0, competitive GPA is a 4.0 or higher • Additional grade points given for grades of C or better in approved Honors or Advanced Placement Courses and transferable college courses

26. Eligibility vs. Selectivity • Meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission • To be selective in the admissions process, it is recommended that students complete additional college preparatory coursework • For selectivity, GPA and test scores need to be above minimum requirements

27. Private Colleges and Eligibility • Check with each college for specific subject and testing requirements • Generally speaking, meeting eligibility requirements for CSU & UC satisfy the requirements for private colleges • Private colleges use “comprehensive review” to admit students • Letters of recommendation are required for private schools

28. College Exploration Explore Majors Use Naviance: Family Connections College Matching Visit Websites Visit Campuses

29. Career & College Center Heather Campagna– hcampagna@juhsd.net • Career/College Exploration • Catalogs, Videos, DVD’s • College Outreach/Recruiters/Visits • Work Permits • Financial Aid/Scholarships

30. Volunteering • Gain work experience, skills, and confidence • Explore various career fields • Help people in need • Meet new people • Letters of Recommendation for college and job applications • Be part of a team and have fun

31. Volunteering Resources • Terra Nova Career Center (650) 550-7604 • City of Pacifica (650) 738-7300 • The Volunteer Center Serving San Mateo & San Francisco Counties (650) 235-3550 ext. 225 www.thevolunteercenter.net

32. Summer Programs Public and Private College Summer Enrichment Programs Community College Concurrent Enrollment Regional Occupational Program