Welcome to Westmont you are the

1. Welcometo Westmontyou are the Class of 2017 Becoming a Warrior

2. Introductions • Counselors • Aaron Duron (A-L) • Kim Witthaus (M- Z)

3. What You will Learn Today • What are the high school graduation and college requirements? • What classes do ninth graders take? • How do students get involved at school? • What do high school teachers expect? • What are proven study skills for success?

4. UC/Private State College Community College Vocational The path a student chooses in high school and the good habits they establish open doors for the future. Military

5. English 40 Social Science 30 Math (Algebra 1 and Geometry) 20 Science (2 years) 20 Physical Education 20 Fine Art * 10 Applied Art * 10 Foreign Language * 10 * 30 units using two categories General Electives 60 Total (minimum requirements) 220 + California High School Exit Exam High School Graduation Requirements

6. College AdmissionRequirements: UC and CSU • English 4 years • History 2 years • Math (Alg1, Geo & Alg 2) 3 years • Lab Science ( Bio. Chem/Phys) 2 years • Foreign Language 2 years • Visual & Performing Arts 1 year • College Prep Elective 1 year • Must earn a “C” or better in all classes • SAT or ACT Exams MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

7. English Math PE Science Foreign Language\Elective Elective Typical 9th Grade Schedule

8. 8th Grade Teacher’s Recommendation Required • English 1 Honors * Summer reading assignment • Geometry or Algebra 2 • Biology • Spanish 2

9. ELECTIVES: First Choice Elective_____________ Second Choice Elective___________ Third Choice Elective____________ REQUIRED CLASSES 1. English 1 or English 1 Honors 2. Alger 1 or Geometry or Algebra 2 3. PE 4. Integrated Sci, Agricultural Science or Biology Course Selection

10. Electives • Students must select one elective from the list provided • Parent & Student signatures required • All classes are year-long courses.

11. Clubs and Athletics • Over 30 Different Clubs • Matt Kolda, Activities Director • 21 Different Athletic Teams • Brett Peterson, Athletic Director • Cheerleading, Drama, Color Guard, Link Crew, Peer Trainers, CSF, Robotics • Speech & Debate, Leadership

12. Block Schedule

13. What Do High School Teachers Expect? That Students… • become more self-reliant over time. • ask questions for clarification. • know when they need help and learn to ask for it. • come prepared and ready to learn. • complete their homework. • make up missing assignments when they are absent.

14. Homework • Expect homework EVERY DAY for Math, English, Science, Foreign Language (core subjects) • Complete A-day homework on A-days and B-day homework on B-days, this allows students to go to study hall with questions BEFORE the homework is due. • Use a daily planner, SchoolLoop to keep track of daily assignments and projects and Aeries to track grades and achievement in class.

15. Keep a Daily Planner • List all classes, assignments, due dates. • Check SchoolLoop for deadlines and daily assignments • Plan ahead and build study time into your day.

16. You Should Try • Study groups • Quizzing yourself • Taking notes in class • Create exams from your notes • Write down what you know • Say out loud what you know • Explain what you know to someone • Use flashcards

17. Academic Support • Tutorial every morning: 11:50 – 12:20 (regular schedule) • Homework Center After School: Monday – Thursday, 2:25 – 3:30 PM In the Library: Teacher + Peer Tutors • Support Programs: Algebra Workshop, English Workshop

18. District Transfers • Intra-district transfer applications are due March 15th, to the District Office. • Applications are available in the Westmont High School main office or CUHSD district office. • Inter-district transfers: Students must be released from their home district and complete application process. • Students will not be enrolled in classes until transfers are approved by the district office.