Freshman Academic Planning For 10th Grade
Presented by the Mills High School Counselors
Spring 2019 Mills Students are EPIC!
■ E-ffective communicators and collaborators ■ P-ositive contributors to the community ■ I-ndividuals that are healthy, self-reliant, and responsible ■ C-ritical problem solvers and creative thinkers Learning Targets
1. I will be able to contrast the High School graduation and College admission requirements (A-G). 2. I will be able to apply the HS graduation and college admission requirements to choose my course requests for next year.
Standards: B-LS 7: Identify long and short term academic goals. B-LS-1: Demonstrate critical-thinking skills to make informed decisions. When will I see my counselor?
■ Academic Advising in March (Scheduling) During English Classes March 4th-15th Finalize Course registration for next school year and sign up for summer school (credit recovery or acc geo) ■ Academic Support ■ College and Career Planning ■ Personal or Social Concerns How do I see my counselor?
■ Stop by our offices before or after school, brunch, flex, lunch, or an open period ■ Send us an email - We check them during the week ■ Ms. Cole has a QR code/website on her door where you can make appointments Sophomore Year!
High School Graduation & College Requirements High School Graduation Requirements
■ 220 Credits need for graduation ■ Each semester class is 5 credits Freshman Year 60-70 Sophomore Year 60 Junior Year 60 Senior Year 50-60 _____ Total 230-250 ■ D- or higher in all required classes Mills High School “A-G” CA Public
▪ Social Science/History Universities
3.5 years required ▪ ▪ A) Social Science/History English 2 years required 4 years required ▪ ▪ B) English Mathematics 4 years required 3 years required ▪ ▪ C) Mathematics Science 3 years required, 4 recommended 2 years required ▪ ▪ D) Science World Language 2 years required, 3 recommended 1 year required ▪ ▪ E) World Language Visual & Performing Arts (VAPA) 2 years required, 3 recommended 1 year required ▪ ▪ F) Visual & Performing Arts Additional grad requirements: 1 year required ○ 1 semester Health ▪G) Elective ○ 2 years of P.E. 1 year required ○ 1 year Career/Technical Education ○ Electives Classes must be passed with a “C-” or 220 Credits for graduation better English
4 years required at Mills
■ 9th grade – English 1 ■ 10th grade – English 2 or English 2 AS ■ 11th grade – English 3 or AP Language ■ 12th grade – English 4 or AP Literature
4 years required for A-G (must pass with “C” or better) Advanced Standing (AS)
Overview Requirements ➔ Prepares you for the ➔ Frequent homework rigors of AP classes ➔ Year-long commitment ➔ Non-weighted: No extra points for GPA calculation for AS
* NOTE: English 3 has been pre-selected for all rising 10th graders. Students can choose to opt into English 3 AS in the fall. Mathematics
3 years required at Mills
■ Algebra I ■ Geometry Required for A-G eligibility ■ Algebra II ■ Integrated Math II ■ Finite Math & Statistics ■ Pre-Calculus ■ AP Statistics ■ AP Calculus AB or BC ■ AP Computer Science 3 years required for A-G (4 recommended) Note: If you take Algebra 3-4 as a freshman, you’re eligible for UC/CSU after 1 year, but you still need 2 more years for graduation MATH FLOW CHART
AP CALCULUS AB or BC AP STATISTICS AP COMPUTER SCIENCE
PRE-CALCULUS FINITE MATH
MATH 190
ALGEBRA 2
Required for INTEGRATED college GEOMETRY MATH 2 eligibility
ALGEBRA 1 Social Science/History
3.5 years required at Mills
■ 9th grade – Modern World History (CP or AS) ■ 10th grade – Modern World History (CP or AS) & Contemporary World Studies (CP or AS) ■ 11th grade – U.S. History (CP or AP) ■ 12th grade – Economics & American Government (CP or AP)
2 years required for A-G (must pass with “C” or better) Science 2 years required at Mills 1 year Biological, 1 year Physical
Science Core: ■ Biotechnology 1 & 2 ■ Biology ■ AP Biology ■ Chemistry ■ AP Chemistry ■ Physics ■ Physics 1 AP
■ AP Environmental Science
2 years required for UC/CSU (3 recommended) (must pass with “C” or better) AP Science Prerequisite Chart AP Science courses are listed across the top row, and prerequisites are listed along the left column. AP AP Biology AP AP Environmental Chemistry Physics Science
Biology X X X X
Chemistry X X X X (may be taken concurrently) Physics X X (may be taken (may be taken concurrently) concurrently) Algebra 2 X Physical Education
2 years required at Mills
● P.E. 1 ● P.E. 2
Not required for A-G World Language
1 year required at Mills
■ Spanish ■ Chinese ■ Japanese
2 years required for A-G (3 recommended depending on goal) Must be the same language Note: If you take Spanish/Chinese/Japanese 2 (or 3) as a freshman, you are eligible for college after 1 year. Career Technical Education
1 year required at Mills
■ Architectural Design 1 & 2 ■ Media Arts 1 & 2 ■ Art of Video 1 & 2 ■ AP Computer Science ■ Engineering Tech ■ Computer Science ■ Biotechnology ■ Journalism ■ Food and Nutrition ■ Publications ■ Culinary Arts ■ Woodworking
Not required for A-G Note: Students can wait until 11th or 12th grade to take electives. Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA)
1 year required at Mills
■ Architectural Design 1 & 2 ■ Media Arts 1 & 2 ■ Art 1 & 2 ■ Jazz Ensemble ■ Art of Video 1 & 2 ■ Drama ■ Ceramics 1 & 2 ■ Chamber Orchestra ■ Concert Choir ■ Symphonic Band ■ Theater Tech (NEW) ■ AP Studio Art
1 year required for A-G Note: You can not use a single class to fulfill BOTH your CTE & VAPA requirements. Let’s talk about GRADES... Why do grades matter?
1. Each grade contributes to your overall Grade Point Average (GPA) a. This determines eligibility for sports, school play and school events (minimum 2.0) 2. Grades tell us how you are doing and if you are understanding the curriculum a. If you received D’s or F’s in classes, this means you need more support and time to practice b. Do your best and ask for help if you need it!
How do I remain eligible for athletics & other extracurriculars?
■ Eligibility is recalculated each 6-week grading period. To participate in sports, theater performances, etc., 9th to 11th graders must: ■ Pass at least 25 credits with a minimum 2.0 GPA during previous grading period ■ Have no more than one F ■ Student athletes must submit Athletic Packet to Health Office BEFORE trying out or joining summer workouts What happens if I fail a class?
■ You'll need to repeat the class to be eligible for graduation AND college ■ You can repeat the class in summer school or at Mills during the school year ■ If you fail more than 3 classes, you will become "credit deficient." You must meet with your counselor to develop a plan for graduation.
What happens if I get a “D” in a required course? To be eligible for a 4-year college, the course has to be repeated! Plan to discuss with your counselor. What can I do if I’m struggling in a class?
✓ Talk to the teacher… get help during Flex Time! ✓ Check Grades in Canvas regularly ✓ Attend free After-School Tutoring ○ Mondays-Thursdays in the library 3:30-5pm ✓ Buddy up with a classmate who is doing well ✓ Speak with your counselor ✓ Free online tutoring through Khan Academy and San Mateo Library San Mateo County Library account, then select Homework Help Worried about missing important events and deadlines?
● The Mills counselors have created a Remind Text group for the Class of 2022! ● Within the next several days, you will receive the following text:
Welcome! You've been added to the MHS Class of 2022 to receive important reminders from the Mills counselors. To opt out, text @LEAVE.
● Students can opt out any time (we promise not to text too often!) College Knowledge Quiz
Based on ACCURACY & SPEED, so get ready…
Kahoot! Planning for Next Year Possible Sophomore Schedule 1. English 2. Math 3. Science 4. Modern World His/Contemp World Studies 5. PE 6. Elective or Foreign Language 7. Unscheduled Period or Elective Electives with Requirements
Classes that require an application: ➔ Leadership: To apply, talk to Ms. Dove (Rm. 136 or 152). ◆ Sign up for another elective first. We will add students who have been approved. ➔ Journalism: Pick up an application from Mr. Hensley (Rm. 116) Recommended: 1st Period Off! Research shows that a later start time:
● Increases how much sleep students get (since adolescent sleep cycles run later than adults) ● Improves students’ mood and mental health ● Improves students’ grades Just select 1st period off on your course request form! Requesting 7th period off
➔ Only athletes can request 7th period off, and it is not guaranteed. ➔ If you plan to play a sport and want 7th off, you must list your sport on your course request worksheet! Summer School ● SMUHSD summer school is to remediate D’s or F’s ● Counselors will assist students signing up in March during scheduling. ● San Mateo High School will host summer school ● Transportation is provided if needed ● Summer School Dates: ○ Session #1 is June 10-25 ○ Session #2 is June 26-July 12 ○ Mon - Fri from 8:30 a.m. -12:50 p.m. Courses can also be taken for *free (*just a small fee) at the community college – signature form from you counselor is required Summer Opportunities
● Summer is a great time to try something new and enriching! ○ Get an internship or job ○ Volunteer ○ Take a community college course ○ Attend a STEM Camp or research experience ● Deadlines for summer internships happening now! ○ Check out these Summer Internships - listed on our website under Mills Counseling -> College & Career ● Questions? Talk to Ms. Woolsey, Career Coordinator! Academic Planning Evening: Thursday, Feb. 28th at 6:30PM
Give this flyer to your parents!! Save the Dates!
● Course Information Morning: Feb. 28th ○ Select 3 courses or electives to learn more about ● Academic Planning Evening: Feb 28th at 6:30PM ● Course requests due: March 1st
● Finalize course requests (one-on-one with counselor): During English Classes: ● March 4th-15th Selecting Courses for 10th Grade Requesting Courses: 2 Steps! ➢ 2 STEPS due by Friday March 1st: 1. Submit your Course Request Form with parent signature (and AP commitment form if relevant) to MS. CROWLEY in the Counseling Department 2. Enter course requests in Aeries online Requesting Courses
➢ Course descriptions may be found on the MHS website under the Academic Counseling section (select “Course Guide”). ➢ After March 1st, you will not be able to make changes until you meet with your counselor ➢ Deadline to change requests: Thursday, May 30th Don’t worry about getting locked into anything. You will be meeting one-on-one with your counselor soon! Requesting Courses
➢ Specific teacher or period change requests cannot be accommodated ➢ Classes are year-long commitments! ○ No class changes at the semester ○ No dropping AP classes! → AP Commitment Form required
Who needs an AP Commitment Form? “What’s an Alternate?”
IMPORTANT!!... ● Students are required to add ALTERNATE courses for all VAPA/CTE courses & AP math or science courses ● Add alternates on course selection sheet and in Aeries
Counselors will not approve course requests without alternates! COURSE REQUEST FORMS
CAN WE GET A STUDENT VOLUNTEER?
Please submit forms to MS. CROWLEY BY Friday, March 1st!!: 1) COURSE SELECTION FORM with parent signature! 2) TO REQUEST AN AP CLASS -- Bring AP Commitment Form with parent signature
* Students with IEP’s should submit their forms to their Directed Studies teacher COURSE REQUEST FORMS
Turn your forms in to Ms. Crowley in the Counseling Office! COURSE REQUEST FORMS
➢ Write in your name & counselor’s name ➢ Select 6 courses: 1) Select English 2 2) Select Mod Wld Hist/Cont Wld Stud (CP or AS) 3) Select a math class 4) Select Chemistry 5) Select P.E. 2 6) Select an elective → World Language, VAPA or CTE ● If taking a VAPA/CTE, ADD 3 ALTERNATES! How to Request Courses in Aeries Requesting courses in Aeries
➔ In a moment, you will go on the computers to create an Aeries student account. ➔ Please register using your @stu.smuhsd.org email address, along with your @stu.smuhsd.org password: [Last 6 digits of Student ID][2 digit day of birth] ➔ DO NOT USE YOUR CELL # TO REGISTER! Instead, use the number listed on the upper left-hand corner of your handout (home or parent’s number). Requesting courses in Aeries
Setting up your Aeries Student Portal: 1. Mills website → Student Portal → Aeries icon OR go to aeriesportal.smuhsd.org
2. Use the white registration instructions sheet ● Your personal ID and Verification Pass Code are printed on the bottom ● WHEN ASKED TO CREATE A PASSWORD, USE THE SAME PASSWORD AS YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL ACCOUNT! Requesting courses in Aeries
1. Remember to add classes for BOTH fall (F) & spring (S) semester EXCEPTION: For Social Studies, add: ● Mod World History S & Cont Wld Studies S ● (You will take Mod World History in the fall, but it’s labeled Spring since it’s the 2nd semester) 2. ADD ALTERNATES FOR ALL ELECTIVES & AP SCIENCE/MATH COURSES 3. Make sure you have at least 12 course entries Let us check your requests before logging off! The End!
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