The Tassel is Worth the Hassle! Welcome to Alta Loma High School.
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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!
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