class of 2017 bella vista junior parent information meeting
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Class of 2017
Bella Vista Junior Parent Information Meeting
Stay In Touch with BV
BV Newsflash –Weekly e-mail Student Bulletin Marquee Q/Parent Portal Student Handbook Website:
www.sanjuan.edu/schools/bellavista
Attendance Information
If student is ill during the school day they must go to the Attendance Office to contact parent.
If a student is late they must check in at the attendance office
Absences need to be cleared within 5 days
Students may never leave campus during the school day without a yellow “Early Dismissal”
Homework Requests
Missing 3 or more days may request homework by calling the front desk (916) 971-5051
Missing less than 3 days should contact the teacher by email or phone for assignments
Home/Hospital is available if student will be out a minimum of 4 consecutive weeks.
Short Term Independent study is designed for students who will miss school for 5 days or more. A 5 day prior notice is needed.
Graduation requirements
EnglishEnglish 40 credits40 credits MathematicsMathematics 20 credits20 credits Social StudiesSocial Studies 30 credits30 credits Life ScienceLife Science 10 credits10 credits Physical SciencePhysical Science 10 credits10 credits Physical EducationPhysical Education 20 credits20 credits HealthHealth 2.5 credits2.5 credits EconomicsEconomics 5 credits5 credits Visual/Performing ArtsVisual/Performing Arts 10 credits10 credits
Life after BVHS
POST-SECONDARY PLANNING
What are your plans?
College Requirements
Four year State Colleges and Universities have required classes for admission
Private Universities also have requirements Community Colleges do not require A-G
completion Encourage your student to stay on track for
A-G completion A Rigorous Senior Year is Important
COLLEGE Admissions A-G Minimum Subject requirements are:
(A) 2 year of History/Social Science (B) 4 years of English (C) 3 years of Mathematics (through Algebra 2 ) (D) 2 years of science —2 of which must be
lab based science courses (E) 2 years of LOTE -Language other than English (F) 1 year Visual or Performing Art (G) 1 College prep elective course
College Athletics:
Must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center Junior year online www.ncaa.org and send a transcript to be recruited for Division 1 and some Division 2 colleges
NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) many division 2 and 3 colleges are members of NAIA
What Colleges and Employers Are Looking For :
Well-Rounded Student with:– Strong academics– Extra-curricular activities– Volunteer work and Work experience– Awards or special achievements– Leadership Experiences, Passion– Technical, Interpersonal, & Organizational
Skills– World Languages
College and Career Center
Career Center located in the library open at lunch for students to research: College/Career InformationNaviance
ScholarshipsFinancial Aid InformationCollege Visit Schedule
http://www.sanjuan.edu/domain/194
If you would like to volunteer at the CCC email: [email protected] or call (916)971-5083
College Representatives at BV
Many college reps visit BV through out the Fall. These are announced in the school bulletin
Students must sign-up in the counseling office to attend these visitations
UC Requirements for Eligibility
COUNSELOR CONFERENCE 2015
Examination Requirement
• ACT with Writing or SAT with Writing by December of Senior year
• Redesigned SAT: First exam date is March 2016
• UC will accept scores from SAT Reasoning for Fall 2017 applicants and beyond
• Some campuses may recommend SAT Subject Tests for specific majors:
COUNSELOR CONFERENCE 2015
Grade Point Average Requirement
• Based on “a-g” courses completed in 10th and 11th grades, including summer courses
• Minimum 3.00 weighted GPA (for CA Residents)
• Minimum 3.40 weighted GPA (for non-CA Residents)
Tests, Tests, Tests
University Plan Community College
EAP: Spring 2016 in class with Smarter Balance (Need for CSU)
PSAT: October 14, 2015 National Merit Qualifier
SAT/ACT with Writing Spring 2016, try to improve and test again
BEFORE November 2016
COUNSELOR CONFERENCE 2015
Comprehensive Review Factors
Academic:Grade-point averageTest scoresPerformance in and number of courses beyond minimum a-g requirementsUC-approved honors courses and advanced coursesEligibility in the Local Context (CA residents only)Quality of senior-year program of study
Non-Academic:Achievements in special projectsImprovement in academic performanceSpecial talents, achievements and awardsParticipation in educational preparation programsAcademic accomplishment in light of life experiences Geographic location
*Note: No single factor determines admission
COUNSELOR CONFERENCE 2015
Personal Statement
Applicants are asked to respond to two prompts:
•Describe the world you come from—for example, your family, community or school—and tell us how your world has shaped your dreams and aspirations.
•Tell us about a personal quality, talent, accomplishment, contribution or experience that is important to you. What about this quality or accomplishment makes you proud and how does it relate to the person you are?
Word Count: 1,000 words total
COUNSELOR CONFERENCE 2015
Additional Comments Section
• Use Additional Comments box for clarification and expansion of important details
• Describe anything else that you have not had the opportunity to include elsewhere in your application
• Limit of 550 words
• The Additional Comments section is not required
COUNSELOR CONFERENCE 2015
The net cost actually is much less for about two-thirds of UC’s undergraduate students because they receive gift aid.
Fafsa: 1/1/17-3/2/17
Average UC Cost of Attendance (2015-16)
COUNSELOR CONFERENCE 2015
California’s Middle Class Scholarship (MCS) program provides scholarships to undergraduate California students who apply for aid by March 2 and have family incomes and household assets up to $150,000.
Eligible students will be notified of the actual scholarship amount by the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC).
College Entrance Exams (SAT/ACT)
Students must release their scores to the colleges they are applying to…
Exams must be completed by December 2016 for consideration
Several colleges have an October deadline Check each college website for their
deadline since they can vary SAT information www.collegeboard.com ACT information www.act.org
College Representatives at BV
Many college reps visit BV through out the Fall. These are announced in the school bulletin
Students must sign-up in the counseling office to attend these visitations
Naviance Family Connection
Is an innovative educational planner provided by the SJUSD to assist students and parents
It is a web-based resource that will help students explore careers, colleges, and scholarships
To access go to: Bella Vista Web-page and click on Naviance Family Connection
Private/Independent and Out State College Applications
Most Private/Independent Colleges use an online application service such as: Common Application, Send.edu,
Many require a personal essay/statement You must check deadlines and requirements online Letters of recommendation from teachers, mentors,
coaches and school counselor are usually required
Credit Recovery
APEX courses zero and 6th period– Many courses available– 1 semester course– At students pace– For making up failed courses– See counselor to sign up
Advanced Education Options
16 years and older GPA 2.7+ Current unit cost Download form Choose a course
not offered at BV Principal’s signature
GRADES ARE ON PERMANENT COLLEGE RECORD
Jostens-Ken Caldeira/Bill Smith Photography
Rings & Jackets: Purchase online or with an order form Senior Year
Caps & Gowns: Order forms will be distributed at the first Senior Meeting.
Senior Pictures taken over summer with Bill Smith Photography
Questions? Worries? Sounds Crazy?
Website—for all documents and this PPT Read Daily Bulletin on website Check Counseling Office section on website
If it’s Academics: 1. your student 2. his/her teacher 3. his/her counselor
If it’s Behavior/Attendance: 1. your student 2. his/her vice principal
Thank you. Go Broncos!
This presentation is viewable on the Bella Vista website www.sanjuan.edu/bellavista
Principal – Mrs. Haskins
Vice Principals – Mrs. Petersen, Mr. Irwin, Mrs. Karagianes ext. 5058
Junior Counselor– Mrs. Penbera ext. 5025– [email protected]