Transcript College or University - Manteca Unified School District, CA

Counseling Department
Frank Triglia
[email protected]
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ext. 56955
Janeen George
[email protected]
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ext. 56962
Martha Dias- Linn [email protected]
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ext. 56964
Rachel Strmiska [email protected]
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ext. 56954
Additional Counseling Services Available with
Valley Community Counseling
Eley Moua ([email protected]): Mondays 7:00-3:00
TBA Thursdays & Fridays 7:00-2:30
High School Graduation
Requirements
• 40 credits of English (English I, II, III, IV)
• 30 credits of Math
• 20 credits from the Math Department
• 10 credits from the Math Department or approved elective courses taken
during JR or SR year.
• Must pass equivalent of Algebra 1 to meet state standards
• 30 credits of Social Science
• 10 credits World History/ AP European History
• 10 credits US History
• 5 credits American Government 5 credits Economics
• 20 credits of Science
• 10 credits life science
• 10 credits physical science
• 40 credits Physical Education (10 may be waived per board policy)
• 5 credits in Health
• 10 credits in Fine Art or Foreign Language
*All students must pass the High School Exit Exam to receive a diploma
A-G Requirements for UC/CSU
History/ Social Science
(2 years)
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World History, US History, American Government
English (4 years)
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English I, II, III, IV, Honors, AP
Mathematics (3 years,
4 recommended)
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Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus,
AP Statistics
Science ( 2 years,
3 recommended)
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Biology (AP), Chemistry (AP), Conceptual Physics, Ag Bio,
Environmental Science (AP), Sports Medicine
1 year physical, 1 year life
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• French I, II, III, IV (AP)
Foreign Language (2
years, 3 recommended) • Spanish I, II, III, IV (AP)
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Spanish for Spanish Speakers I and II
Visual & Performing Art • See course guide for eligible courses
(1 year)
Electives (1 year)
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All extra A-G courses as listed above
*Grades of C’s of better are required in all college preparatory
courses.
* Students who plan to attend a 4 year school must take ACT/
SAT.
Sample Schedule:
Term 1
Term 2
Period 1 Period 2 Period 3 Period 4
English 2
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Computer
Keyboarding
Chemistry
Spanish 2
Period 1 Period 2 Period 3 Period 4
Geometry
Advanced
Art
Team
Sports
1st
7:30 - 9:00
90
Brunch
9:00 - 9:10
10
2nd
9:16 - 10:49
93
3A
10:55 - 12:25
90
2nd Lunch
12:25 - 12:55
30
1st Lunch
10:49 - 11:19
30
3B
11:25 - 12:55
90
4th
1:01 - 2:31
90
World
History
Students will have the opportunity to earn 80 units during the school year vs. 60
• Plan a balance of electives and core classes in each term
Class of 2018 will be required to earn 260 credits to meet the graduation
requirements.
Life after High School:
Considering your options
College or
University
Technical
Training
Workforce
Military
Not Sure what you want to do?
Check out:
www.cacareerzone.com
And assess yourself to find careers that fit your interests and skills.
College Planning Checklist
Fall
 Register and take PSAT in October
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Take NCAA approved classes if you plan to play a college sport
Study hard and do well in school, make sure you are on track for A-G requirements if you plan to go to a 4year school.
Sign-up if you have not done so already, for extracurricular activities that interest you and volunteer.
Keep a record of your involvement and volunteer work and employment.
Winter
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Start collecting college information and researching options, visit the counseling office for information or visit
college or university home pages.
Get Familiar with the college admission process so you’ll know what to expect before college.
Consider visiting college campuses and talk with college students.
Spring
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Consult your counselor to make sure you are prepped for junior year classes, let them know your goals for
college and career.
Continue to research career options and consider possible college majors that will help you achieve your career
goals.
Job Shadow someone who does what you think you would like to do.
Summer
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Get a job and start a college savings account.
Be productive. Do things to prepare yourself for the upcoming school year.
Do SAT/PSAT practice tests to familiarize yourself with standardized tests.
College Planning
University of California
• 9 UC campuses in California
• 14 factors used to evaluate applications, check
each school to review their specific selection
process.
• www.universityofcalifornia.edu
California State University
• 23 CSU or state schools in California
• Eligibility Index
• www.csumentor.edu
Eligibility Index Example:
GPA: 2.75 ACT: 15 SAT: 700
Community College
• 112 community or junior colleges in California
• www.californiacolleges.edu
Private Universities
• 33 accredited private four year universities
• www.commonapp.org
MHS is offering the PSAT
October 28, 2014
• PSAT/NMSQT stands for Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying
Test. It's a test that measures the skills you've developed in reading, math and
writing. Typically, students take the test as juniors and sophomores.
WHY?
• Scholarship opportunities. If you’re a junior, your score might qualify you for
scholarships and recognition through the National Merit Scholarship.
• SAT practice, feedback, information from colleges and college and career
planning help via College Board.
Cost is $20.00 (cash only) Please see Julie Sousa in
the front office to register until spots are filled.
Tutoring
Tuesday, Wednesday and
Thursday
In the tutoring Center
from 2:30-3:30
Give Every Child a Chance
Monday- Thursday 2:30-6:30
in the Library
• Must Complete Tutor
Request Form
Campus Clubs
Some of the Clubs offered on campus include:
Academic Decathlon, Anime Club, AP Biology Club, Art Club, Asian Club,
Band, Baseball, Book Club, Buffalo Bistro/ Special Olympics,
Cheerleading, Choir, Christian Club, Club Connect, College Prep Club, CSF,
Dodgeball Club, Feminism Club, FITT Club, Film Appreciation Club, Floral
Club, Football, Freshman Class, Friday Night Live, Gamers Club, Girls
Basketball, Girls Soccer, GSA, Hiking club, HOSA Club, JROTC, Link Crew
Club, M.E.C.H.A. Club, Mock Trial, National Honor Society, Portuguese
Club, Softball, Student Store, The Herd (Spirit Club), Sports Medicine
Club, Tennis, Thespian Club, Track, Tri-M: Modern Music Masters, Ukulele
Club, Volleyball, Water Buffalo (swim Club), Yearbook, Yoga Club
A full list of clubs and advisors is available in the
Counseling Office.
Parent Connect
Visit: https://q.musd.net/parentportal
to see school announcements, attendance and grades.
Must complete a Parent Connection Set-Up form to get signed up.
Forgot your login? Contact Sandy Kieffaber [email protected]
Connect With Us
Manteca High School Counseling Center
Manteca High School
@MHS_Counselor
@ MHSBuffaloes
@MantecaHighSchool
• See the new MUSD website for copy of PowerPoint
presentation.
• Continue checking student/ parent emails