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PALOS VERDES PENINSULA HIGH SCHOOL
Sophomore Counseling Booklet
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School 2017-2018
Counseling Office Directory
Lea Toombs, Associate Principal310-377-4888 x273
Student Last Name Counselor Ext Email A-Cg Elizabeth Rieken 271 [email protected]
Ch-Gk Kelly Baranick 289 [email protected] Gl-Kh Patricia Colin 281 [email protected] Ki-Ma Christine Lopez 274 [email protected] Mb-P Adam Wolven 277 [email protected] Q-S Graham Edwards 275 [email protected] T-Z Mary Fournier 272 [email protected]
Name Title Ext Counseling Office Margaret Benson PE IS / Clerk 270 Deirdre Heimer Registrar 280
Mihe Jo Work Permits 403 Dawn Fuh Administrative Assistant / Report Cards 279 Gloria Juge Transcripts 278
Student Services Yuki Aguilar School Psychologist 276
Ilana Stoll School Psychologist 282 Barbara Gani Student Support Specialist 211
College and Career Center Julie Arico Director 267
Nancy Shafer Financial Aid / Scholarships 287
How parents can help……
Sophomore Year
The sophomore year should be a year of personal growth. In addition to working hard in school and being involved in activities, sophomores should be identifying personal abilities, aptitudes, and interests, as well as looking for ways to further develop their talents and skills. It is important that you:
Continue to monitor academic progress Continue to encourage your student to be involved in an activity and/or develop leadership
skills Gather information, make informal visits to colleges and attend college fairs Discuss your student’s aptitudes, interests, and abilities with him/her, and begin to view
these in terms of possible college majors and career options Help your student choose meaningful activities for the summer months Update activities and awards lists at the end of the year Review your student’s responses on Naviance for “Do What You Are”.
Junior Year
The junior year is time to seriously begin examining their post-secondary options, take college tests, make college visits, and start searching for scholarships. At this time: Continue to monitor academic process Continue to encourage your student to be involved in an activity and/or to develop
leadership skills Make certain that your student registers for the PSAT/NMSQT in September, to be taken in
October Talk about college options Tip: Early in the college selection process, have a discussion with your student with regards
to the amount of money you are able and/or willing to contribute his/her college education. Tip: Once you have identified colleges that you would like to investigate further, visit their
websites. You will then receive information on visitation days and upcoming events. Have your student register for SAT-Subject Tests when appropriate, as well as either the
ACT with writing or the SAT. Make college visits Carefully select courses for the senior year. Start researching scholarships. Update the “Activities and Awards” file. Help your student choose meaningful activities for the summer months. Add colleges of interest to Naviance list.
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Name: ___________________________ Area of interest: ____________________________
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School Tentative Plan to Complete High School and
Plan for the Future Summer Activities:____________________________________________________
11th Grade____________ Classes: _____________________________________________________________________ Alternatives or comments: ____________________________________________________
Testing: PSAT in Oct.______ SAT _____ ACT _____ Subject ______ ACTIVITIES:__________________________________________________________________ * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Summer Activities:_____________________________________________________________ 12th Grade___________ Classes: ____________________________________________________________________
Alternatives or comments:___________________________________________________
Testing: PSAT in Oct.______ SAT _____ ACT _____ Subject______ Update: 12/2017
English 3 English 3
ENGLISH 4 ENGLISH 4
PVPHS HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
CHECKLIST
1. SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS ENGLISH (8 semesters) – (Including ELD 1, 2, & 3 and Reading/Writing Skills 2, 3 & 4) English 1 English 2 English 3 English 4 SCIENCE (4 Semesters) Biological Physical PHYSICAL EDUCATION (4 Semesters) Ninth Grade Tenth Grade FINE/CAREER TECHNICAL/WORLD LANGUAGE (4 Semesters) No more than two semesters of any group may satisfy this requirement. ______________ ______________ ______________ ______________
MATHEMATICS (4 Semesters) – (Algebra 1 required)
__________________________ __________________________
SOCIAL SCIENCE (6 Semesters) World History U.S. History Government Economics
2. CALIFORNIA ALGEBRA 1 PROFICENCY
ALGEBRA
Met Not Met
3. CREDIT REQUIREMENTS (220) NINTH GRADE (60) _____
TENTH GRADE (60) _____
ELEVENTH GRADE (50) _____
TWELFTH GRADE (50) _____
TOTAL COMPLETED (220) _____
ALL THREE REQUIREMENTS MUST BE SATISFIED TO QUALIFY FOR GRADUATION. STUDENTS WHO LACK MORE THAN ONE CLASS FOR GRADUATION WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO PARICIPATE IN THE GRADUATION CEREMONIES. 12/2017
Typical Course Requirements for College Admissions
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The information contained herein is provided in good faith, and every reasonable effort is made to ensure that it is correct and up to date. However, it is the student’s individual responsibility to consult each university’s website to obtain additional university-specific information.
Subject PVPHS
Graduation Requirements
CA Community
College
CSU Minimum
Requirements “C” grades or higher
UC Minimum
Requirements “C” grade or higher
Private 4 Year Colleges
Requirements (vary for each
school) “C” grade or higher
English 4 years 4 years 4 years 4 years
Math 2 years – Must include Algebra 1
3 years – must include
Algebra 1 & 2 plus Geometry (4 years
recommended)
3 years – must include
Algebra 1 & 2 plus Geometry (4 years
recommended)
3 years – must include
Algebra 1 & 2 plus Geometry (4 years
recommended)
Social Studies
3 years World History,
US History, Government, Economics
2 years – must include year of US
History
2 years – 1 year World History and
US History or 1 semester US History and 1 semester of Government
2 to 3 years
Science 2 years- Physical science, Biological
science
2 years – must be approved lab
science (1 biological and 1 physical
science)
2 years – must be approved lab
science (1 biology, chemistry and/or physics – 3 years recommended)
2 to 4 years – must be lab science
World Language
A combination of fine arts, practical arts, and
world language that equals 2 years
2 years – must be the same language
2 years – must be the same language
(3 years recommended)
3 to 4 years – must be the same language
Arts – Visual,
Performing, Practical
A combination of fine arts, practical arts, and foreign language that
equals 2 years
1 yearlong course in visual/performing
arts
1 yearlong course in visual/performing
arts: dance, drama/theater,
music or visual arts
Varies by school
Elective 1 year – must be college prep subject
chosen from UC A-G list
1 year of an approved elective or other academic area
Varies by school
Other Physical Ed. 2 years (pass state exam)
Total units MUST = 220 Completion of Algebra 1
Must be a high school graduate or
18 years old
A total of 15 units (one unit equals one
year) SAT or ACT
All classes must be on UC
approved list.
ACT with writing SAT with essay
SAT or ACT with writing. Some colleges
require two to three subject test
UC and CSU Map
- UC and CSU
University of California Freshman Admission Information
To be qualified for admission to any of the nine UC campuses, a student must: Meet all the “A - G” course requirements Meet the GPA eligibility requirement Submit the SAT with essay or ACT with writing by December of the Senior Year Submit answers to the four personal insight questions. Complete and submit the online
UC application between Nov. 1st and Nov. 30th with the appropriate application fee.
Although SAT subject tests will not be required, Students can still choose to submit their scores for consideration as part of their application, just as they do now with AP scores. The Subject Tests also may be recommended for certain majors.
The UC “A – G” course requirements A. History/Social Science -----------2 years required B. English -------------------------------4 years required C. Math ----------------------------------3 years required 4 years recommended D. Lab Science -------------------------2 years required 3 years recommended E. World Language ----------------- 2 years required
3 years recommended F. Visual/Performing Arts ------------ 1 year long course required G. Electives ---------------------------- 1 year required If you are applying to a specific major you must check for specific requirements. Please note: In order to meet the UC subject requirement, all courses must be from the PVPHS UC approved course list and completed with a grade of “C” or better. Only a course that is underlined on the PVPHS UC approved list may be considered as a weighted grade in computing the UC GPA. Each campus will review all applications evaluating academic qualifications, test scores, the personal statement that answers the three prompt questions as well as other information requested on the application. Each student’s application is sent to the UC Processing Center and then forwarded to the campuses indicated on the application. Each UC campus reviews applications independently to make an admissions decision.
The University of California website: www.universityofcalifornia.edu Updated: 1/2018
PVPHS Approved Course List for the University of California A HISTORY: 2 years required, see list
World History/Geography/Cultures, World History (H), AP World History, AP European History, AP Human Geography U.S. History, US History (H), AP U.S. History, American Government, AP American Government, AP Comp. Government/Politics
B ENGLISH: 4 years required
English 1, 2, 3, 4, English 1 (H), English 2 (H), English 3 (H), AP English 4 Lang, AP English 4 Lit, ELD 3 Mythology, Public Speaking, Shakespeare
C MATHEMATICS: 3 years required, 4 years recommended (courses with *cannot be used as an elective)
*Algebra 1, *Algebra 1 Honors *Geometry, *Geometry MCR, *Geometry (H) *Algebra 2, *Algebra 2 MCR, *Algebra 2 (H) Functions/Trigonometry/Statistics Pre-Calculus, Pre-Calculus with Limits, Pre-Calculus (H) Calculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, Advanced Calculus Statistical Analysis, AP Statistical Analysis
D LABORATORY SCIENCE: 2 years required, 3 years recommended
Biology 1, Biology 1 (H), Biology 2, AP Biology 2 Chemistry 1, Chemistry (H), AP Chemistry 2 Marine Biology, Marine Biology (H), Physiology/Anatomy, Physiology/Anatomy (H) Physics, AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, AP Physics C, AP Environmental Science
E FOREIGN LANGUAGE: 2 years required, 3 years recommended (courses with * cannot be used as an elective)
Chinese 1*, 2, 3, 4, Chinese 3 (H), AP Chinese Language, Chinese 5, Chinese Legends & Folk Tales French 1*, 2, 3, 4, French 3 (H), AP French Language Japanese 1*, 2, 3, 4, Japanese 3 (H), AP Japanese Lang Korean 1, Korean 2, Korean 3 (H) Latin 1*, 2, 3, Latin 3 (H), AP Latin, Classic Greek Spanish 1*, 2, 3, 4, Spanish 2 MCR, Spanish 3 MCR, Spanish 3 (H), AP Spanish Language, Spanish 5, AP Spanish Lit
F VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS: 1 year
Meets the F requirement only: *Ceramics 1, *Drawing/Painting 1, *Sculpture 1, *Digital Photography (Photography) 1, *Graphic Design, *Video Production 1, *Music Appreciation, *Music Appreciation Guitar, *Chamber Choir*, Drama 1 The following courses meet the F and G requirements: Ceramics 2, 3, 4, Drawing/Painting 2, Sculpture 2, AP Studio Art: Drawing Portfolio, AP Studio Art: 2-D Design Portfolio, AP Studio Art: 3-D Design Portfolio, Digital Photography (Photography) 2, 3, Video Production 2, 3, 4, Broadcast Journalism 1,2,3, Digital Animation 1, 2, 3, AP Art History, Orchestra, Adv Orchestra, Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band 1, 2, AP Music Theory, Chamber/Jazz Chorale, Women's Treble Choir, Intermediate Dance, Adv Dance, Choreo Dance, Drama 1 Adv, Drama 2, 3, 4, Drama 3 Adv, Drama 4 Adv, Musical Theatre, Stage Design
G ELECTIVES: 1 year required
All courses listed under A, B, C, D, E, F that do not have a * and the following courses: Comparative Religions, Advanced Philosophy & Religion, Psychology, AP Psychology, AP Seminar, Ethics, Sociology, Forensics, Service Learning Leadership 1, 2, Link Crew Leadership, PLUS Leadership, Global Cultures, International Relations, Culinary Arts, Developmental Physiology & Sports Medicine, Earth Science, Journalism 1, 2, 3, 4, Literary Publication 1, 2, 3, 4, Multimedia Storytelling, Creative Writing, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, Computer Science 2 Advanced Projects, Intro to Engineering Design (PLTW), Principles of Engineering (PLTW), Digital Electronics (PLTW), Civil Engineering & Architecture (PLTW), Aerospace Engineering (PLTW), Engineering Design & Development (PLTW), AVID 12, Economics, AP Economics, AP Macroeconomics,
* CANNOT BE USED AS A "G" ELECTIVE ONLY THE UNDERLINED COURSES RECEIVE HONORS CREDIT (A = 5, B= 4, C = 3)
Revised 8-30-17
Estimated average costs for California residents, 2017–18
This chart estimates the cost of attending UC for one year as a California resident undergraduate. For a significant proportion of our students, these expenses are offset by grants and scholarships.
Keep in mind that your total cost will vary depending on your personal expenses and the campus you attend.
Living on campus
Living off campus
Tuition and fees* $13,900 $13,900
Books and supplies $1,200 $1,200
Health insurance allowance/fee $2,300 $2,300
Room and board $15,400 $11,800
Personal/transportation $1,900 $2,400
TOTAL $34,700 $31,600
* California resident undergraduates at all UC campuses pay the same $12,630 in systemwide tuition
and fees. The fees figure above includes the average cost of additional campus-based fees. Your total
costs will vary depending on your personal expenses and the campus you attend. All fees are subject to
change without notice.
ACT/SAT/SAT Subject Test Dates Preliminary Test Dates
Test date Test July 14, 2018 ACT
August 25, 2018 SAT/SAT Subject September 8, 2018 ACT
October 6, 2018 SAT/SAT Subject
October 17, 2018 PSAT October 27, 2018 ACT
November 3, 2018 SAT/SAT Subject December 1, 2018 SAT/SAT Subject
December 8, 2018 ACT February 9, 2019 ACT
March 9, 2019 SAT
April 13, 2019 ACT May 4, 2019 SAT/SAT Subject
June 1, 2019 SAT/SAT Subject June 8, 2019 ACT
July 13, 2019 ACT
August 24, 2019 SAT/SAT Subject September 14, 2019 ACT
October 5, 2019 SAT/SAT Subject October 26, 2019 ACT
November 2, 2019 SAT/SAT Subject December 7, 2019 SAT/SAT Subject
December 14, 2019 ACT
All dates are subject to change. Check with each website. Register for SAT test: www.sat.collegeboard.org
Register for ACT test: www.actstudent.org Register for PSAT test: PVPHS Student Store
College Entrance Examination Board Code for PVPHS is 052683
SAT Reasoning & Subject/ACT Test Preparation Information
College Testing Information Night February 6, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the PAC.
This is an opportunity to get more information on the SAT, ACT and Subject Tests.
How do I prepare for the SAT Reasoning, SAT Subject, and/or ACT? The College Board suggests that students prepare for their college entrance exams. They recommend all students review the wording of the different types of questions and the directions for the various sections of the test. This information is available in the free information/registration booklets. It has been found helpful for the students to take practice tests, increase their reading and review vocabulary words in preparation for the tests. There are many resources available to assist a student. The student and their parents should evaluate which methods will be most beneficial to the student. Consideration should be given to how a student learns best, how much time a student has to study and what is best financially, as the programs and/or books vary in cost. There is no guarantee that a student will dramatically raise their score by the use of a particular program or book. Palos Verdes Peninsula High School does not recommend one program over another or one book over another. The decision to enroll in test prep classes is totally up to the student and their family. Program references: Blue Train Tutoring (310)-376-0135 www.bluetraintutoring.com Compass Education Group (800)-925-1250 www.compassprep.com Eureka (310)-234-0111 www.EurekaReview.com DB Academic (310)-377-4509 www.DBAcademic.com Kaplan Test Prep. (310)-KAP-TEST www.kaptest.com Princeton Review (888)-955-4600 www.PrincetonReview.com C2 Education (888)-777-3889 www.c2educate.com Book reference: 10 Real SATs – College Board Real SATII: Subject Tests –College Board Cracking the SAT – Princeton Review Cracking the ACT – Princeton Review Test Taking Strategies – Kaplan Free test prep information: www.collegeboard.com www.act.org
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Criteria Considered by Most College Admissions Officers
1. Coursework
Every school considers a student’s coursework to be very important. The college is concerned with the type, amount and level of coursework. Most schools want to see a student who has challenged him/herself. If honors and AP classes are offered, most schools expect a student to have attempted this level.
2. GPA
The grade point average that most schools consider in evaluating students reflects grades earned in academic classes with the extra points for most honors and AP classes. UC and CSU campuses consider only classes after ninth grade. Other schools consider 9th through 12th grade classes.
3. Entrance Test Scores
Most schools require the SAT with Essay or ACT with Writing test. Some selective schools require one (or more) requires subject test (s). Please see individual college’s websites forsubject test requirements/recommendations.
4. Essay or Writing Prompts
Each school evaluates the college essay differently. It is important that the essay be well written and provides insight into the student that may not be represented elsewhere in the college application. It is best not to re-list the various activities and/or honors received. If special circumstances or experiences have affected the student’s grades or family life, it isimportant to mention these circumstances and the value they have had on the student’s life.
5. Activities/Community Service
The schools are looking for activities that demonstrate an interest or contribution. Leadership positions and a commitment to involvement are more impressive than a list of clubs.
6. Honors and Awards
Awards and honors for volunteer work, athletic competition or academic achievement are listed on college applications. It is the student’s responsibility to keep his/her own record ofrecognitions.
7. Letters of Recommendation
Many private schools require teacher and counselor recommendations. Please note that a letter of recommendation is written on the teacher’s and counselor’s own time. Students must follow deadlines available on Naviance.
8. Interviews
Some private schools require or recommend interviews. It is the student’s responsibility to find out if an interview is required as part of the application process.
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Factors to Consider When Choosing a College
Admissions Requirements What high school courses are required? Are entrance tests required? Which ones? What scores are acceptable? Is certain grade point average or class rank required? Will my activities and school involvement be considered? Is there an essay on the application? Is it read? Is there an early decision or early action plan? On what basis are applications accepted? Are personal interviews or letters of recommendation required? Do certain majors have special requirements? Can admission denials be appealed? What are the application filings dates?
Cost
What are the costs of tuition? Room and board? Are there other fees? How much did costs increase from last year to this year? Is there a difference in the costs for in-state and out-of-state students? Are accepted students required to place deposit for tuition and housing? Are these refundable? By when must accepted students decide whether they will attend? Are deposits required each year for returning students? When do the bills have to be paid?
Financial Aid
What percent of students receive financial aid based on financial need? What percent of students receive scholarships based on academic ability? What would be a typical financial aid package for a freshman? What percent of those who apply for financial aid receive it? Will my financial aid be adjusted if my need increases? What are the financial aid application procedures and deadlines? When are financial aid applicants notified of their awards? How long do they have to respond? Is there a tuition payment plan? Are there campus and off-campus jobs available?
Academics What is the average class size? How many students in last year’s freshman class returned for their sophomore year? What was the grade point average for the freshman class last year? What are the college’s procedures for student orientation, class placement, and scheduling? Are classes guaranteed? How is a faculty advisor assigned to students? What services does the school offer for the student who is undecided about a major? How many students complete a degree? What are the most popular majors? Are students taught by full-time faculty members, graduate assistants, or a combination of both? What types of additional services are provided by the school t no cost to the student (i.g. tutoring, career, personal counseling, developmental reading, study skills workshops, job placement)?
College Characteristics Where the college is located (city, suburb, small town setting)? What is the surrounding community like? Is the college public, private, church affiliated? What is the current school enrollment? What special or unique programs are offered? Does the college have general education or course distribution requirements? What are they?
Social Life What is the average age of the student body? What is the male to female ration? What percent of students reside on campus? Are dorms co-ed or single sex? It is a “suitcase college” where students leave on the week ends? What are the procedures for selecting a roommate? What are the rules and regulations that govern campus and dormitory life?
Student Population
Where do the majority of students come from? Do most of the students commute or live on campus? What types of student activities are there? Are sororities and fraternities on campus? What athletic programs are available? Is the surrounding community supportive of the college? Does the college have a campus visitation program? Is housing available/guaranteed for freshman? Is it available for all four years?
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School Computation of Grade Point Average
The high school TOTAL Grade Point Average (Total G.P.A.) is the average of all high school grades. The high school ACADEMIC Grade Point Average (Academic G.P.A.) is the average of all high school grades,
except physical education/athletics. Palos Verdes Peninsula High School does not determine class rank. Grades earned in honors, advanced placement, and certain other advanced level classes are weighted.
Weighted courses are denoted on the transcript using a”+”. Grades earned in college level courses taken for high school credit are not weighted. “D’s” and “F’s” are not weighted. The PVPHS weighted grade policy allows you to use a maximum number of five (5)-weighted courses for each
semester. Summer school grades are included in the following semester; they do not stand as a separate semester. Grades earned in courses taken for review or makeups are factored into the G.P.A. Courses taken on a pass/fail basis do not affect the G.P.A. The high school transcript includes both unweighted and weighted G.P.A.
How to Compute the High School Unweighted G.P.A.
1. Count the number of five (5) credit courses in which you have earned an “A” , “B”, “C”, “D”, or “F”. 2. Each “A” earns four (4) grade points, each “B” earns three (3) grade points, each “C” earns two (2) grade points,
each “D” earns one (1) grade point, and each “F” earns no grade points. 3. Find the total number of grade points. 4. Divide the total number of grade points by the number of five (5) credit courses you have taken.
The Following Courses are Weighted for PVPHS GPA:
English English 1 Honors, English 2 Honors, English 3 Honors, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP Seminar*. Fine/Practical Arts Advanced Orchestra, Drama 3 Advanced, Drama 4 Advanced, Jazz Band 2, AP Music Theory, AP Studio Art Drawing Portfolio, AP Art History, AP Studio Art 2-D Design Portfolio, AP Studio Art 3-D Design Portfolio.
World Language French 3 Honors, AP French Language, Japanese 3 Honors, AP Japanese Language,
Latin 3 Honors, AP Latin, Spanish 3 Honors, AP Spanish Language, AP Spanish Literature, Chinese 3 H, Chinese Language, Korean 3 Honors. Mathematics Geometry Honors, Algebra 1 Honors, Algebra 2 Honors, Pre-Calculus Honors, AP Calculus BC, AP Calculus AB, Advanced Calculus, AP Statistical Analysis, AP Computer Science *, AP Computer Science Principals* Advanced Computer Science**.
Science Biology 1 Honors, AP Biology 2, Chemistry 1 Honors, AP Chemistry 2, AP Environmental Science, Marine Biology Honors, AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2,
AP Physics C, Einstein Physics*, Physiology and Anatomy Honors. Social Studies AP World History, World History Honors, AP European History, AP U.S. History,
U.S. History Honors, AP American Government, AP Economics*, AP Macro Economics*, AP Psychology*, AP World History.
UPDATED: 12/2017
HOW TO COMPUTE THE HIGH SCHOOL WEIGHTED G.P.A.: WEIGHTED G.P.A. = UNWEIGHTED + (the number of weighted courses X 0.2)
The number of semesters the student has completed.
NOTE: The University of California and other colleges and universities use only grades in the “A-G” course pattern to compute the grade point average for admission. Check the catalog of the particular school to determine how to compute the grade point average for the entrance application. *These courses fall under the UC – Elective Category (UC Section “g”). **Non UC class
Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities
Community Helpline (310) 793-9050 This is a local hotline serving the south Bay area. A student must be at lease 15 ½ years old, attend the required 45-hour training and be able to volunteer on a regular basis.
The Volunteer Center of South Bay – 310-212-5009 Contact: Heather Ramirez – Many different opportunities are available
Rainbow Service/Thrift Shop 310-547-5450 x108 Must be 16 years or older. 40 hours training required.
Peninsula Center Library 310-377-9584 ext. 276 Contact: Dorie Madina - Must be 14 years and older, commitment of 4 hours per month.
Palos Verdes Art Center – 310-541-2479 Contact: Angela Hoffman- Mostly spring and summer camp volunteer opportunities.
Little Company of Mary Hospital 310-540-7676 Training required. Volunteer must be available at least 2 to 4 hour. One year commitment. [email protected]
The Peninsula Education Foundation 310-378-2278 Contact: Caroline Nyman - Students need to volunteer at the Main Event held each year on the 2nd Saturday in May. [email protected]
Costume Closet 310-378-5005 Contact: Peggy – Students help with costumes and running store. After school and Saturday. Must be available on a consistent schedule. Located in the Malaga Cove School MPR.
Toberman Settlement House – San Pedro 310-832-1145 Contact: Nicole Astrada – Must be a Junior/Senior 16 years of age, after school program. Help with homework and other activities.
Habitate for humanity – 310-323-4663 ext. 109 Volunteer must be 16 years old or older for construction work.
Harbor Interfaith Food Pantry, San Pedro - 310-831-0603 Contact: Alma Herrera – Food pantry work on school holidays and toy baskets at the winter holiday time.
Torrance Memorial Hospital – 310-325-9110 Must apply on line: torrancememorial.org/volunteer
Canterbury – 310-541-2410
P. V. Peninsula Land Conservancy – 310-541-7613 www.PVPLC.org Volunteer
Aquarium of the Pacific – 562-590-3100 www.Aquariumofthepacific.org/volunteer “volunteering”
Sea Lab 310-318-7438 www.LAcorps.org
Cabrillo Maine Aquarium - 310-548-7562 Contact: Floyd Anderson www.cabrillmarineaquarium.org
Update: 1/2018
PVPHS Counseling Department
College Career Center (CCC)
Calendar of Events 2017-18
2017-18 Dates
Event Gr. Level Participant Location Time
All YearVarious Programs, Lunch & Learn Sessions
See Daily Bulletin for detailsInterested
Students/ParentTBA TBA
All YearCollege Rep Visits: See Naviance "visit schedule"
Sign-up/bring signed permission slipInterested Students CCC TBA
TBD College Application Workshops Senior TBA Lunch & 3:00 pm
Sept. 7 RACC Going of State College Fair Interested Students TBA 12-2:00pm
Sept. 7 & 8 Senior Conferences - in class w counselors Senior Class All Day
Sept. 19 Senior Parent Info & College Night Junior/Senior/Parent TBA 6:00pm
Sept. 26 Paying for College/Scholarship Night Junior/Senior/Parent PAC 6:30pm
Oct. 25 FAFSA Workshop Senior/Parent PAC 6:30pm
Nov. 28 Freshman Lesson - in class with Counselors Freshman Class All Day
Dec. 5 Sophomore Lesson - in class with Counselors Sophomore Class All Day
Jan. 31 Junior Parent Info Night Junior/Parent GYM 6:30pm
Jan.29-Feb.9 Class Preview - Registering/Choosing Classes All Students TBA Lunch
Jan.31 - Feb. 1 Sophomore Counseling Info SessionParents Sophomore Parent TBA TBA
Feb. 6 College Admissions Testing Info Nite Sophomore/Parent PAC 6:30pm
Feb. 26-Mar.9 Junior Scheduling Juniors TBA All Day
Mar. 7 Career Lesson w/ Counselors/Late Start Juniors TBA 7:45am
Mar. 12-23 Freshman Scheduling/Comp. Lab Wkshop Freshmen TBA All Day
Mar. 7 Community College/Arts/ROTC/Academy Nite Junior/Senior/Parent CCC/Libr. 6:30pm
May 24 Junior Conferences - in class with Counselors Junior Class All Day
May 30 Alumni Panel Senior TBA All Day
Thank you Peninsula Education Foundation for making the CCC Possible!
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Honors & Awards NightMay 29 Invited Guests GYM 6:30pm
Club List The students at Palos Verdes Peninsula High get involved. This list is only a sample of the clubs that have been formedby our students. If you are interested in any of these clubs or interested in creating a new club see Mrs. Pollock, in the student activities office (P115).
American Student Cancer Research Society Increase the awareness of PVPHS students in the cause and effect of cancer; increase their interest in science subjects such as Biology and Chemistry.
Band Aid Perform in the public to raise money for the salvation army and in return, get volunteer hours.
Blankets of Love Bring students together in order to earn community service hours by making blankets and donating them.
Cast Off Knitting and crocheting club which promotes artistic creativity through the art of knitting which benefits students and the community.
Civil Air Patrol Club (CAPC) Leadership training in emergency training.
Digital Art/Drawing Club Share and improve each other's drawing, art, and computer graphic skills.
Drama Club Outlet for the Drama department and a way for kids to express themselves and gain confidence.
Earthbound Recycling Club Recycle any items around the school area.
Engineering and Services Club Recycle any items around the school area.
Finding a Cure Club Raise awareness about diseases and how many there are and to raise money to help find a cure for autism.
Green Earth Movement Spread awareness about environmental conservation.
Healing Garden Music Club Help members of the community with music we play, and learning to be helpful, wholesome citizens through our volunteer work.
H.E.R.O. Club Community service; affiliated with the PV Land Conservancy.
Jewels for Charity Promote creativity in jewelry making and involvement in the community.
Kids 4 Kids Club Have student members help raise money to donate to The Orphan Organization and get volunteer hours through various volunteer opportunities.
Marching Band Club Better students in music and give them a well rounded education during their attendance at PVPHS.
MUN Provide a serious international studies opportunity to students at PVPHS.
Panthers and Kids Reach out to less fortunate kids in our area.
Peace 4 Kids Show students another side of life.
Teen Court Give interested students opportunity to experience a real courtroom experience and learn the law relating to California minors, while helping the community by helping troubled peers get "back on track".
UNICEF Fundraising to help UNICEF (children, poor, etc.) in the United Nations.
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Southern California Regional Occupational Center
Student Information
The So Cal ROC training center is located at 2300 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, CA. So Cal ROC is a career preparation facility with the purpose of providing entry-level and advanced training for high school students. This center offers specialized training in many occupational areas. A student who is enrolled at Palos Verdes Peninsula High School in the 11th or 12th grade (or is 16 years old) is eligible to attend SCROC and receive high school credit. There is no cost for these classes and bus transportation is provided by So Cal ROC.
Here are some classes So Cal ROC offers:
Certified Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aide
Dental Assisting
Clinical Medical Assisting
Medical Front Office
Medical Insurance Billing
EKG/UA/Vital Signs
Phlebotomy
Floral Design
Hotel/Restaurant Occupation
Landscape Nursery Career
Automotive
Administrative Office Assistant
Emergency Medical/First Responder
Cosmetology
And much more, all registration information is available in the Counseling Office.
If you want to play sports at an NCAA Division I or II school, start by registering for a Certification Account with the NCAA Eligibility Center at eligibilitycenter.org. If you want to play Division III sports
or you aren’t sure where you want to compete, start by creating a Profile Page at eligibilitycenter.org.
one opportunity.
limitless Possibilities.
GRADE-POINT AVERAGEThe NCAA Eligibility Center calculates your grade-point average (GPA) based on the grades you earn in NCAA-approved core courses.
• DI requires a minimum 2.3 GPA • DII requires a minimum 2.2 GPA
SLIDING SCALEDivisions I and II use sliding scales to match test scores and GPAs to determine eligibility. The sliding scale balances your test score with your GPA. If you have a low test score, you need a higher GPA to be eligible. Find more information about sliding scales at ncaa.org/playcollegesports.
TEST SCORESTake the ACT or SAT as many times as you want before you enroll full time in college, but remember to list the NCAA Eligibility Center (code 9999) as a score recipient whenever you register to take a test. If you take a test more than once, send us all your scores and we will choose the best scores from each test section to create your sum score. We accept official scores only from the ACT or SAT, and won’t use scores shown on your high school transcript. Remember to apply the College Board concordance table for SAT tests taken in March 2016 and after.
Division i
Division iI
Complete 10 NCAA core courses, including seven in English, math or natural/physical science, before your seventh semester.
CORE COURSES
ENGLISH
3 years
MATH (Algebra I or higher)
2 years
NATURAL/ PHYSICAL SCIENCE (including one
year of lab science, if offered)
2 years
SOCIAL SCIENCE
2 years
ADDITIONAL (English, math or natural/physical
science)
3 years
ADDITIONAL (English, math,
natural/physical science,
social science, foreign language,
comparative religion or philosophy)
4 years
ENGLISH
4 years
MATH (Algebra I or higher)
3 years
NATURAL/ PHYSICAL SCIENCE (including one
year of lab science, if offered)
2 years
ADDITIONAL (English, math or natural/physical
science)
1 year
SOCIAL SCIENCE
2 years
ADDITIONAL (English, math,
natural/physical science,
social science, foreign language,
comparative religion or philosophy)
4 years
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTSTo play sports at a Division I or II school, you must graduate from high school, complete 16 NCAA-approved core courses, earn a minimum GPA, and earn an ACT or SAT score that matches your core-course GPA.
Visit eligibilitycenter.org/courselist for a full list of your high school’s approved core courses. Complete 16 core courses in the following areas:
Grade 9Plan• Start planning now! Take the right courses
and earn the best grades you can.• Ask your counselor for a list of your high
school’s NCAA core courses to make sureyou take the right classes. Or, find yourhigh school’s list of NCAA core coursesat eligibilitycenter.org/courselist.
Grade 10Register• Register for a Certification Account or
Profile Page with the NCAA Eligibility Centerat eligibilitycenter.org.
• If you fall behind on courses, don’t takeshortcuts to catch up. Ask your counselorfor help with finding approved courses orprograms you can take.
Grade 11Study• Check with your counselor to make sure
you are on track to graduate on time.• Take the ACT or SAT, and make sure we
get your scores by using code 9999.• At the end of the year, ask your counselor
to upload your official transcript.
Grade 12Graduate• Take the ACT or SAT again, if necessary,
and make sure we get your scores by usingcode 9999.
• Request your final amateurism certificationafter April 1.
• After you graduate, ask your counselor toupload your final official transcript withproof of graduation.
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Core CoursesThis simple formula will help you meet Division I and II core-course requirements.
4x4=16+ 4 English courses (one per year)
+ 4 math courses (one per year)
+ 4 science courses (one per year)
+ 4 social science courses (one per year)
= 16 NCAA CORE COURSES