Class of 2017High School Graduation

Requirements

o Ms. M. T. Frias A-Ko Ms. P. Morales Lo Ms. R. Alotis M-Zo Ms. L. Howe Magnet

Agenda

High School Graduation Requirements for Class of 2017

Notes from your counselor

Please feel free to ask questions during the presentation!

Graduation Requirements

All students must complete the A-G course sequence with a grade of “C” or better for graduation eligibility.

A-G course sequence will allow students to be admitted directly to a 4 year university or college provided all other requirements are met

“A” Requirement: Social Studies

30 Credits 1 year of World History A & B (10 credits) 1 year of United States History A & B (10 credits) 1 semester of Economics (5 Credits) 1 semester of Government

(Principles of American Democracy) ( 5 Credits)

Must receive a letter grade of “C” or better to obtain credits

“B” Requirement:English

40 Credits1 year of English 9 A & B (10 credits)1 year of English 10 A & B (10 credits)American Literature (5 credits)Contemporary Composition (5 credits)World Literature (5 credits)Expository Composition (5 credits)

Must receive a letter grade of “C” or better to obtain credits

“C” Requirement:Mathematics

30 CreditsAlgebra 1 (10 credits)Geometry A & B (10 credits)Algebra 2A and 2B (10 credits)

Must receive a letter grade of “C” or better to obtain credits

“D” Requirement:Lab Science

20 CreditsBiology A & B (10 credits)Chemistry A & B (10 credits)

Must receive a letter grade of “C” or better to obtain credits

“E” Requirement:LOTE (Language other than English)

20 Credits – Same LanguageSpanish, French, Korean 1A & 1BSpanish, French, Korean 2A & 2B

Must receive a letter grade of “C” or better to obtain credits

“F” Requirement: Visual/Performing Arts

10 Credits – Visual or Performing Artsequential year long course

Must receive a letter grade of “C” or better to obtain credits

“G” Requirement: Electives

45 Credits TotalMinimum of 10 credits must be in

courses identified as “G” Electives

Economics and advanced courses in Math, Art, English, Science, LOTE or Social Science.

Must receive a letter grade of “C” or better to obtain credits

“G” Electives in 9th grade

-Speech

-Intercoordinated Science (ICS)

-LOTE 3

Additional Requirements

20 Credits of

Physical Education or Sports team

Passing of Fitness Gram

5 Credits of Health

Additional Non-Course Requirements

Career Technical Pathway AOAT – Academy of Art & TechnologyAVID – Advancement via individual

DeterminationGPA – Green Power AcademyIS – Interdisciplinary StudiesSTEM – Science, Technology, Engineering

and Mathematics

Additional Non-Course Requirements

• CAHSEE – 10th grade

• Service Learning Project – 11th grade

• Senior Portfolio – 12th grade

Notes from Your Counselor Clubs and Organizations on Campus

Extracurricular Activities

Athletic teams

Community Servicewww.dosomething.org

Notes from Your Counselor continued

Classes for Next YearMany classes are mandatory, so

students will not be able to get out of them

You CANNOT pick your teachers as they cannot pick YOU

D’s & F’s are not acceptable for High School Graduation

College Planning

Colleges and Universities only accept C’s or better

The College Office is located in H-2. College Counselor: Mrs. Drell Career Advisor: Mrs. Slaughter

A.V.I.DAdvancement Via Individual Determination

What A.V.I.D is: A.V.I.D is a college preparatory program designed to get students to the 4

year University.

A.V.I.D is a class students take every semester for 3 years.

A.V.I.D. support program to help students succeed in rigorous courses

What A.V.I.D is not: A.V.I.D is not a program to motivate students to go to college.

A.V.I.D is not an “easy” program, students are required to take Honors and AP courses.

A.V.I.DAdvancement Via Individual Determination

The A.V.I.D student profile:

A student who wants to attend a four year University.

A student who works hard in his courses, completing assignments and studying for tests.

A student who earns A’s, B’s and C’s in his classes.

A student who has good attendance and appropriate classroom behavior.

A student who has a GPA ranging from 2.0 to 3.5.

A student who has a “weak” spot, for example struggles in Math or Science.

What do A.V.I.D students do in A.V.I.D classes?

In the 10th grade* - students are taught study skills, organizational skills, time management skills and participate in tutorials twice a week.

*10th grade AVID is zero period class, it starts at 7am

In the 11th grade – students begin to research colleges/Universities and match those colleges with the student’s personal preferences. The students are still required to participate in tutorials twice a week.

In the 12th grade – The entire A.V.I.D class applies to four year colleges, financial aid and scholarships. Students are required to visit the college office on a weekly basis. Students are also required to be tutors for the 10th and 11th graders.

Academy Of Art And Technology

A Focus on Design and Technology In a Close-knit Community

Our graphic design focused program provides college and career preparation and an internship experience. AOAT has earned the distinguished Lighthouse designation from the California Department of Education. Concentration on technology with a focus on digital design Cross-curricular projects Mentoring and parent Involvement Field trips to museums and community activities

More Information at theaoat.org

The AOAT approach is geared to college and career preparation

College Preparation AOAT students take all the A-G requirements Students participate in workshops that prepare them for college Dedicated AOAT Counselor keeps students on track Annual tour of a local college or university

Career Development Students participate in workshops that prepare them for careers Focus on transferrable skills, the hidden jobs within each

profession, writing and revising resumes, etc. Career Day, Mock Interviews, Job Shadows & Annual visit to design

related businesses

Internship Structured 6-week summer internship earns students 5 units credit

and prepares them for career in their field of interest

INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) is a small learning community at Cleveland High School that provides students with a high quality education using a humanities curriculum that is interdisciplinary, thematic and writing based. We prepare our students for college by focusing on critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.

ACTIVITIES/FIELD TRIPS

IS students participate in many projects, activities and events throughout their three years in our program.

In the tenth grade, we visit the Getty Art Museum, in the eleventh grade, we visit the Gene Autry Museum and in the twelfth grade, we visit several subway stations’ artwork..

SUMMING UP

What if I am not a good writer? One does not have to be a good writer to join Interdisciplinary Studies. IS offers project based learning experiences that support writing skills. IS students also create and study art through sculpture, drawing, and animation. Interdisciplinary Studies prepares students for college and helps them make lasting friendships through their club, field trips and groups projects while providing positive learning experiences.

HELP SAVE THE PLANET IMPROVE THE ENVIRONMENT LEARN CUTTING EDGE SCIENCES DEVELOP ALTERNATIVE ENERGIES

THE GREEN POWER ACADEMY (GPA)

THE GREEN POWER ACADEMY (GPA)

The GPA is an environmentally-centered Academy with an emphasis on the environment, civic awareness, and business practices.

Through its rigorous curriculum and collaborative classes, students focus on “green” energy technologies and related businesses so students graduate informed and able to pursue careers that improve the planet.

STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

Advanced Placement (AP) and Honors coursework available in all subject areas

Focus on STEM subjects

Flexibility in scheduling classes throughout high school

STEM SCIENCE

Biology, Chemistry, PhysiologyAP Physics AB & BC AP Environmental Science

TECHNOLOGYExploring Computer ScienceAP Computer ScienceCAD – Computer Aided Drafting

STEM ENGINEERING

RoboticsPhysics C

MATHEMATICSAlgebra, Geometry, Algebra II, Math Analysis AP Calculus AB & Calculus BC