The Tassel is Worth the Hassle!

Welcome to Alta Loma High School

Topics of Discussion Pre-Test Graduation

requirements Attendance Progress College requirements 4-Year Plan Post-Test

How High School Works

You are scheduled in 6 classes each semester

You earn 5 credits for each class you successfully complete each semester

Semester grades become part of your official transcript

Three Keys For Success Attend daily (Be on

time and ready to learn)

Complete all class work and turn it in ON TIME !

Complete all homework and turn it in ON TIME

Attendance

Impacts individual learning, overall school performance and can put graduation at risk

Impacts the larger classroom environment and school community

Parent/Guardian has 3 days to clear an attendance

Compulsory Education in California Intervention for serious attendance concerns is

via SARB: School Attendance Review Board

Graduation RequirementsEnglish 4 years 40 creditsMath (Algebra + 10) 2 years 20 creditsScience 2 years 20 creditsSocial Science 3 years 30 creditsPE 2 years 20 creditsFine Art/For. Lang 1 year 10 creditsSpecified Elective 2 years 20 creditsComputer Study 1 semester 5 credits/examElectives 65-70 creditsTotal 230 credits

California High School Exit Exam Given Fall/Spring Two parts:

Math Section English Section Passing Score: 350 on each section

CAHSEE support classes are required of those who have not passed one or both sections of the exam

Will be taken for the first time spring of sophomore year

How can I be successful? Use an agenda/planner Manage your time Be organized Take good notes Study smart Utilize weekly progress reports Establish a 4-year plan Ask questions

Where do I go if I need help?

Ask your teacher Homework Club

Monday through Thursday after school in the Career Center from 2:45 – 3:45 and Friday mornings 7:45 – 8:45

Private tutoring available upon request (talk to your counselor)

Credit Recovery

Summer school Adult school Community college (2.5 gpa and complete

10th grade) ROP (16 years of age or 11th grade) Work Experience

SEATS ARE VERY LIMITED

Post-Secondary Options Military Trade or Technical School Community College Independent College California State University University of California Internship/Apprenticeship Full-time work

College Requirements (a-g)Minimum Eligibility Competitive for Admission

A: History/Social Science 2 years 3 years

B: English 4 years 4 years

C: Mathematics 3 years 4 years

D: Laboratory Science 2 years 3-4 years

E: Language other than English 2 years of same 3-4 years of same

F: Visual and Performing Arts 1 year 1 year

G: College Preparatory Elective Any extra courses from the competitive column will count here

ONLY GRADES OF “C” OR BETTER COUNT! D’S NEED TO BE REPEATED WITHOUT ADDITIONAL CREDITS!

EVERY YEAR COUNTS!

4 Year Plan

Ask yourself: What is my goal after high school? How can I make this goal a reality? Starting TODAY what must I do to make

this happen? Work with your parents

and counselor

QUESTIONS???

Now’s the time to figure it out. We’re here to help!