10th grade Academic Review and Planning
Presented by Mills High School Counselors 2020 Support Team
School Counselors: A - Fr: Rachel Mack Fua - Lal + SAIL: Lisa Laux Lam - O: Kalani Vasquez P - Z: Alex Stillman
➔ Counseling Staff Assistant: Andrea Crowley ➔ College & Career Advisor: Sandy Murtagh ➔ Wellness Counselors: Lisa Windes, Staysha Veal, Laura Hahn (Amy Cryan substituting) ➔ CTE Coordinator: Nina Woosley ➔ After School Tutoring Coordinator: Israel Hakim Transcripts
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Student Data Analyst Located in the counseling hallway (across from Mr. Stillman) Agenda
● Mills High School Graduation Requirements vs. UC/CSU A-G
Requirements ● College Tests (PSAT, ACT & SAT)
● Academic Jeopardy Game ● Scheduling ● Aeries Course Selection 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 consider my personal commitments, HS graduation and college admission requirements to choose my high school course requests for next year. Graduation & UC/CSU
A-G Requirements Terms You Will Hear Today
UC = University of California CSU = California State University “A to G” = Subject area requirements for UC/CSU Mills High School UC/CSU “A to G” 220 Credits for graduation ▪ Social Science/History ▪A) Social Science/History 3.5 years required 2 years required
▪B) English ▪ English 4 years required 4 years required
▪C) Mathematics ▪ Mathematics 3 years required 3 years required, *4 recommended ▪ Science 2 years required ▪D) Science 2 years required, *3 recommended ▪ World Language 1 year required ▪E) World Language
2 years required, *3 recommended ▪ Visual & Performing Arts (VAPA) ▪ 1 year required F) Visual & Performing Arts 1 year required ▪ Additional grad requirements: ▪G) Elective ○ 1 semester Health 1 year required ○ 2 years of P.E. Classes must be passed with a “C-” or better ○ 1 year Career/Technical Education
○ Electives UC/CSU A-G Requirements A) Social Science/History B) English C) Mathematics D) Science E) World Language F) Visual & Performing Arts (VAPA) G) Elective All classes must be passed with a “C-” or better for UC/CSU eligibility. Most private & out-of-state public colleges have similar requirements Course Request Forms
● Take a moment to write your name & counselor’s name ● At the top, write “Return to Ms. Crowley by March 3rd”
* Students with IEP’s - Please submit form to your Directed Studies teacher Junior Year Requirements
All juniors MUST take:
1. English 3 or AP English Language 2. US History CP or AP 3. Math Mathematics
3 years required at Mills
■ Algebra 1 ■ Geometry Required for A-G eligibility ■ Algebra 2 ■ Integrated Math 2 ■ Finite Math & Statistics ■ Data Science ■ Pre-Calculus ■ AP Statistics ■ AP Calculus AB or BC ■ AP Computer Science
3 years required for A-G (4 recommended) MATH FLOW CHART
AP CALCULUS AB or BC AP STATISTICS AP COMPUTER SCIENCE
PRE-CALCULUS FINITE MATH
PATH TO STATS or DATA SCIENCE
ALGEBRA 2
Required for INTEGRATED college GEOMETRY MATH 2 eligibility
ALGEBRA 1 D) 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 Career Technical Education (CTE) 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 1 & 2 ■ Journalism ■ Food and Nutrition ■ Publications ■ Culinary Arts ■ Woodworking
Not required for UC/CSU Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA)
1 year required at Mills
■ Architectural Design 1 & 2 ■ Media Arts 1 & 2 ■ Art 1 & 2 / AP Studio Art ■ Jazz Ensemble ■ Art of Video 1 & 2 ■ Drama ■ ■ Ceramics 1 & 2 Chamber Orchestra ■ Symphonic Band ■ Concert Choir
1 year required for UC/CSU Note: You can not use a single class to fulfill BOTH your CTE & VAPA requirements. Should I take that AP class? Benefits Requirements
● Prepares you for the rigors ● Frequent homework
of college ● Year-long commitment ● Weighted GPA – extra point ● If taking AP class, strongly for Honors and AP encouraged to take the AP ● Receive college credits for exam in May AP exams scores of 3 or higher
* Note: Mills’ valedictorian selection will be based upon unweighted GPA in order to align with the majority of other schools in our district. College Options 4-Year College Options University of California California State Private Colleges (UC) University (CSU) Number of 9 Campuses 23 campuses Over 1,800 campuses campuses Minimum GPA 3.0 2.0 Varies requirement Annual Tuition (not ~$14,000 ~$7,000 ~$36,000 (varies including room & depending on board) scholarships) Selectivity Generally more selective Generally less Varies greatly selective Local examples ➢ UC Santa Cruz ➢ San Francisco ➢ University of ➢ UC Davis State San Francisco ➢ UC Berkeley ➢ San Jose State ➢ Saint Mary’s ➢ Cal State East College of CA Bay ➢ Notre Dame de Namur Univ. Which grades count for college? UC’s & CSU’s: ● 10th & 11th grade A-G classes are used to calculate your high school GPA ● C’s or higher are required (D’s & F’s must be repeated) Private / Other Colleges: ● Other colleges may use grades from 9th grade & non-academic classes Community Colleges
Admission Requirements: ●High School Diploma or 18 years of age ●ACT/SAT not required for acceptance ●Apply for Priority Enrollment in FEBRUARY of Senior year 3 advantages: 1. Lower tuition & living costs (save $$!) 2. First priority for transfer to UC/CSU (check out transfer guarantee programs) 3. 2-year Associate Degree/Vocational Training Over 50 Certificate & Associate Degrees offered, including Fire Technology, Automotive, Broadcasting, Computers, Landscaping & Cosmetology What Can Students do NOW to earn $$ for college? (Aside from getting a job…) Get GOOD GRADES!
● Good grades turn into MONEY! ● Students with higher GPA’s can earn: ○ Cal Grants, which help pay for tuition at a California college ○ Scholarships & grants for private colleges and out-of-state public colleges
● Many grants require a GPA of 3.0 or higher Student Athletes
Thinking of playing a sport in college?
10th Grade: ● Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center at www.eligibilitycenter.org 11th Grade: ● Take the SAT or ACT, and include the NCAA Eligibility Center “9999” as a score recipient ● If you need to make up any classes, do so BEFORE senior year! TELL YOUR COUNSELOR if you are interested in playing a college sport, to make sure you register for the right classes! College Tests ACT & SAT: What are they?
● Standardized tests required for admission to
UC/CSU/Private Colleges ● Both are taken in the spring semester of JUNIOR and/or
fall semester of SENIOR year ● Both test English, Math and Writing (optional)
*Counselor recommendation: Take in Spring/Summer of your Junior Year!! The PSAT
● Have you viewed your PSAT scores yet online? If not, create an account at www.collegeboard.org ● Send your PSAT scores to the Khan Academy website to access FREE personalized test prep! ● You will take the PSAT again in October GAME TIME!
Academic Jeopardy!
Divide into 4 teams & select a team representative. Also, put away your handouts! Other Educational Options
● Middle College @ CSM or Skyline - fulfill H.S. graduation requirements while earning college credit
● Peninsula High School – earn credit for working, shorter school day, limited home work
* Talk to your counselor for more information Get Involved!!
● Explore new interests, develop yourself ○ Play Sports ○ Join a Club ○ Volunteer ○ Drama, Band, Leadership, Yearbook, Journalism
● Get a Job or Internship - Visit the Mills College & Career Counseling website for this link: Internship & Job Opportunities Scheduling for 2020-2021 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 and standardized test scores Just select 1st period off on your course request form! Attention: Tutors Needed! Want to make a difference at Mills next year? o 11th & 12th Grade Tutors needed in 9 support classes o Tutors earn over 150 community service hours plus 10 elective credits
Requirements: o Minimum 3.0 GPA o Friendly, responsible & good communicators
Interested? Select “School Community Service” when requesting courses. Concurrent Enrollment
● Taking community college class while in high school ● Earning college credits for free & save $$ ● Evening courses at Mills & other SMUHSD schools
** Did you know?... Eligible Juniors can take 5 classes at Mills, and the 6th class can be a community college course! * Enrollment only for enrichment, not for getting ahead ** Concurrent enrollment is for enrichment, not to get ahead in math/science Concurrent Enrollment vs. AP Courses
Community College Courses AP Courses (UC-CSU transferable courses only)
GPA Weighted like an Honors course Weighted like an Honors course
Course types Online or classroom courses Classroom courses only
Earning credits Earn college credit with “C” or higher Must pass AP exam to earn credit; Some colleges don’t accept AP credit
Cost FREE (aside from book/supply fees) Approx. $100 for AP Exam
Time invested Earn units after a single semester Earn units after 2 semesters (i.e. twice the time investment) Concurrent Enrollment
Popular classes for high schoolers: Intro to Healthcare Careers, Emergency Medical Responder, Business, Psychology, Computer Science… and much more!
How do I sign up? ◻ Pick up a Concurrent Enrollment form in the Career Center ◻ Talk to your counselor
Questions? Check out the Concurrent Enrollment info session on Course Information Morning on Feb 28th! Summer School
● SMUHSD summer school is to remediate D’s or F’s ● Counselors will sign students up in March during scheduling ● Burlingame High School will host summer school ● Bus transportation will be available ● Summer School 2020 (save the dates!): ● Session 1: June 8-23 ● Session 2: June 24 - July 9 Mon to Fri from 8:30 to 12:50 1 class (5 credits) per session Academic Planning Evening GIVE THIS FLYER TO YOUR PARENTS TONIGHT! Save the Dates!
● Academic Planning Evening: February 27th at 6:30PM ● Course Information Day: February 28th ● Course requests due: March 3rd ● Course requests review (one-on-one with counselor): March during English classes ● 11th Grade College Planning Night: April 22nd Selecting Courses for Next Year Scheduling
● Classes are year long commitments ○ No class changes at the semester ○ No dropping AP classes! → Parent signature required on Course Request Form ● Specific teacher or period change requests cannot be accommodated Selecting Alternates IMPORTANT!!... ● Students are required to add ALTERNATE courses for all electives and AP Math & AP Science Courses (in case your 1st choice is full) ● Add alternates in Aeries AND on your course selection sheet
COUNSELORS WILL NOT APPROVE COURSE REQUESTS WITHOUT ALTERNATES! Course Requests - DUE BY MARCH 3rd!
● 2 STEPS: 1) Submit Course Request Form to Ms. Crowley with PARENT SIGNATURES! 2) Enter course requests in Aeries online
● After March 3rd, you can’t make changes on your own ● Have more questions? Save them for your one-on-one meeting during scheduling in March with your counselor! COURSE REQUEST FORMS Turn your forms in to Ms. Crowley in the Counseling
Office! Requesting Courses
TAKE A MOMENT NOW TO SELECT 6 CLASSES + ALTERNATES ON YOUR COURSE SELECTION SHEET.
Course descriptions may be found on the MHS website under the School Counseling section (select “Course Guide”). Requesting courses in Aeries
Sign in to Aeries: 1. Mills website → Student Portal → Aeries icon OR go to aeriesportal.smuhsd.org PASSWORD = Same as your school email account! [Last 6 digits of Student ID][2 digit day of birth]
If the above password doesn’t work, then select “Forgot Password” to create a new password ● Username = [email protected] email address ● Go to your school email account & click on link to reset password ● WHEN CREATING A PASSWORD, USE THE SAME ONE AS YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL ACCOUNT! Requesting courses in Aeries
Once logged in: 1. Select the Classes menu 2. Click on Course Requests Entry 3. Click on Show All Courses to select subject area
* Remember to add BOTH Fall (F) and Spring (S) for all classes! * Add Alternates for all AP Math & Science courses and electives FINAL REMINDER… ➢ 2 STEPS due by Tuesday, March 3rd: 1. Submit your Course Request Form with parent signature to MS. CROWLEY in the Counseling Department* 2. Enter course requests in Aeries online
* Students with IEP’s should submit their forms to their Directed Studies teacher Thank you for your attention!
Have a GREAT day! Transcript Review
● Elective credits are granted for any classes taken beyond the minimum requirement for that subject area ● Examples of elective credit: ● 2nd year of World Language, CTE, or VAPA ● 3rd year of science ● Do not worry about adding classes to fulfill Elective credits ● Note: The credit summary box on your transcript may not accurately reflect CTE/VAPA credits earned How to Request Courses in Aeries Let’s talk about STRESS Video from Challenge Success Let’s Discuss...
Think/Pair/Share:
1. Compare how Mills defines success vs. how you think we should define success. 2. What do you think are the biggest causes of stress at Mills? What is the purpose of stress?
Stress can…
● Help you stay focused, energetic and alert ● Help you meet challenges → sharpen concentration for academics, presentations & sports
Beyond a certain point, stress can STOP being helpful and impact your:
● Relationships ● Health ● Mood & quality of life Ideas to handle stress
● Define success on your own terms ● Avoid overloading yourself with activities or AP classes - Use the Homework Matrix to create a balanced schedule ● Sleep, exercise, healthy diet ● Build in PDF: Playtime, Downtime & Family time ● Ask for help if needed: counselor, wellness counselor and or trusted adult Worried about missing DEADLINES?... Sign up for text messages reminders for the Class of 2022!!
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