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Course Selection for Sophomores

Today’s Agenda:1. Graduation & College Requirments2. Course Selection for Junior year3. Guidance Resources & Next steps

General Information

Ms. Olson (Lo-San)

Mr. Buie (A-Ge)

Ms. Santos (Sar– Z)

Mrs. Sheehy (Gh-Li)

Alpha Guidance

Counselors

(located in the main office)

✿ Distribute packet

✿ Turn to “CHS graduation requirements”

Review Requirements

● Pass out packets● Turn to “CHS Course Offerings”● Refer to “CHS Graduation Requirements” and

“A-G Requirement”

Graduation & College Requirements Subjects H.S. College

A) History 3 yrs. 2 yrs.

B) English 4 yrs. 4 yrs.

C) Math* 2 yrs. 3 yrs.

D) Lab Science 2 yrs. 2 yrs.

E) World Language** 1 yr. Level 2

F) Visual & Performing Arts** 1 yr. 1 yr.

Applied Academics** 1 yr. none

PE 2 yrs. none

G) Elective 6-7 1 yr.

*Math - -Minimum H.S. Graduation Requirement: Geometry -Minimum College Entrance Math Requirement: Algebra 2. -Must show completion of Geometry coursework at an accredited, UC approved school in middle school or high school.

** Electives - Students need to take one class in two of these three areas for high school graduation. For college admissions, students must take World Language and Visual and Performing Arts. Many of the Applied Academics classes meet the UC “G” requirement.

To be CSU and UC eligible you must meet the A-G requirements plus take college entrance tests

Must pass classes with a “C” or better for college.

● Summer Academy: English, History, PE, Algebra 1, Geometry, Biology ○ 2 terms offered, 3 weeks = 1 term = 5 credits each term○ Starts in mid-June; 4 hours a day

● 8th Block: English, History, (Biology)○ 3 sessions offered per year, 10 week sessions, 2 times per week

● Online accredited institutions (i.e. BYU)

● Concurrent enrollment (i.e. De Anza)

● Private high schools (i.e. Mitty)

See your alpha Guidance Counselor for more information

Credit Recovery for D & F Grades

Course Selection Information

When selecting classes:1. Keep your GOALS in mind: work, community college, university, field of study

2. Remember to maintain a healthy BALANCE: school, family/friends, wellness

3. Continue to appropriately CHALLENGE yourself in your educational interests

Course Selection for Junior Year!Junior year is...the decision making year

● Step 1: Discuss course options and choice with your current teachers in that subject for next year○ Teachers will sign off with their input

● Step 2: Indicate if you plan to take any summer course(s)

● Step 3: Review form with your parents/guardian, both sign

● Last step: Register for classes online using Infinite Campus (IC). Keep this form to turn in with your half page in World History class on Feb. 25th

Teacher Advising Forms

Course Selection Request Worksheet

Course Selection- English

American Literature

American Literature Honors

British Literature

Voices of Modern Culture

Talk to yourcurrent ENGLISH

teacher

Think about your

whole schedule

Fill in classes and grades

A

B

B

B

B

A

Algebra 2/Trig

Chemistry HJapanese 2

3D Design 1

Am. Lit/Writ 1130

Fill in 11th English Choice

Course Selection- History

US History (CPUSH)

AP US History (APUSH)

Talk to yourcurrent HISTORY

teacher

Think about your

whole schedule

A

B

B

B

B

A

Algebra 2/Trig

Chemistry HJapanese 2

3D Design 1

Am. Lit/Writ 1130

Fill in 11th History Choice

US History 1730

Talk to yourcurrent SCIENCE

teacher

Think about your

whole schedule

Course Selection- Science

Physics vs. AP Physics 1 vs. AP Physics CName of Course

Science Recommendation

Math Recommendation

Detail about course

Physics C or better in Bio/Chem C or better in A1 ● Conceptual rather than mathematical understanding

AP Physics 1 ● B or better in Bio● B or better in Chem/Chem H

B or better in A2 ● Equal to first semester of college-level physics

● Use inquiry-based investigation

● 85% of Physics H content

AP Physics C ● B or better in Physics/Physics H

● B or better in Chem H

● B or better in PCH● Enrolled in or

passed Calc

● “Typical freshman-level college physics course for science majors”

● Need solid mathematical background

Talk to yourcurrent MATH

teacher

Think about your

whole schedule &

field of study

Course Selection - Math

Steps for students:

1.You will select the next course in sequence regardless of a planned summer course.

On your Course Verification Form in April, list the summer course name, institution, and the desired math course for next school year.

After completion of course at an accredited institution, on the CHS homepage, access Summer Math Course Verification and Level Change Request Form and submit all required information by August 2019.

Course Selection - Math (continued)

A

B

B

B

B

A

Algebra 2/Trig

Chemistry HJapanese 2

3D Design 1

Am. Lit/Writ 1130

AP Physics 1 3750Pre-Calc 2390

US History 1730

Fill in 11th Math & Science Choices

Chinese 1, 2, 3, 4H, AP

French 1, 2, 3, 4H, AP

Japanese 1, 2, 3, 4H, AP

Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4H, AP

Course Selection - World Language

Placement Test Dates:

● French & Spanish○ April 11 @ 3:15pm

● Japanese○ March 29 @ 3:30pm

● Chinese ○ March 5 @ 3:30pm

Registration link will be in Guidance Google Classroom

What is it?● The Seal of Biliteracy is a state awards program to recognize high school

students for their accomplishments in language studies and proficiency. ● There are THREE eligibility criteria to qualify to show fluency in English and a

World Language.Please visit https://www.fuhsd.org/students/seal-of-biliteracy for more information, details and the application!

Seal of Biliteracy

A

B

B

B

B

A

Algebra 2/Trig

Chemistry HJapanese 2

3D Design 1

Am. Lit/Writ 1130

AP Physics 1 3750Pre-Calc 2390

US History 1730

Japanese 3 4030

Fill in 11th World Language Choice

PE class choices:• PE 10-12 PE Martial Arts• PE Total Fitness PE Racquet Sports• PE Weight Training

Sports (Choose “PE Athletics 2590” ):• 1 sport for the full season = 5 credits• Up to 10 credits for one year• ADD TEAM CODE to Course Request Worksheet

● NOTE: Unscheduled 6th will be an option next school year

Course Selection - PE

Applied Academics• Computer Applications• Computer Programming Java • AP Computer Science • Principles of Business• International Business • Law• Woodworking (1, 2, )• Culinary Careers (Foods 1, 2)• Introduction to Engin. & Alt. Energy (1&2)• Career Technical Education (CTE)

Fine Arts• Art (1, 2 ,3, 4, AP)• 3-D Design (1, 2, 3, 4)• A Choir (boys, girls, audition)• Orchestra • Chamber Orchestra (audition)• Wind Ensemble• Symphonic Band• Percussion/Drums• Music Genesis• Drama (Adv., H)

Course Selection - Elective Options

Foothill College Dual Enrollment: Health Careers Pathway

✿

✿ This can be a 7th course on your schedule

✿ Can be taken WITH a CHS science course

✿ Use course code: 7930

Likely held Tuesdays & Thursdays during 7th period for two hours

• Dual Enrollment = high school & college credits• Will be offered during 7th period (1:55-3:45pm)• Must commit to 3 courses

○ 3-week exploratory course○ Fall quarter and Winter quarter lecture

based courses• No fees at all! (text and materials are included)• Courses are transferable to CSU requirements• Can take IN ADDITION TO a science course• Can take as a SEVENTH COURSE

Course code: 7930

A

B

B

B

B

A

Algebra 2/Trig

Chemistry HJapanese 2

3D Design 1

Am. Lit/Writ 1130

AP Physics 1 3750Pre-Calc 2390

US History 1730

Law 4850Japanese 3 4030

Fill in 11th Sixth/Elective Choice

Course Selection - 7th Choice

DO NOT sign-up for any of the courses listed below(reminder you will only be scheduled for 6 classes):

Interview and Audition Classes

AVID or Student Tutor• Tutors should be responsible, outgoing & friendly individuals who

work well with others and have the potential to have a positive impact on other students.

• Tutors do not have to know all the answers, but must have the desire to help others. Training will be provided.

• Attend info. meeting on Friday, Feb. 15th at lunch in room 6222

• AVID or Student Tutor is a class on your schedule for elective credits.

Brain Break! Riddle Me This...

Tools to Use: for Course Selection and College/Career Exploration

Join the Class of 2021 Guidance Google Classroom!

Class code0WX1JDU

Use your phones to

sign-in now!

Let’s EXPLORE!

Naviance = COLLEGE & CAREER TOOL

Recommended Naviance Uses For Sophomores:

•Personality Type assessment•Resume•Explore Careers & Clusters•College Exploration•Career Interest Inventory

Log-in through the CHS Student Portal PageQuestions/Troubles logging in: see Mrs. Amick in CCC

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wv5Oea3Fg8

Career Interest ProfilerHighly Recommended! (Bonus: all students who have completed by end of March will be entered into a raffle to win college swag!)

Concurrent Enrollment● Offered at all local community colleges● Usually for “enrichment” and not for “credit recovery”● Can help GPA, add variety to your class load, and can count as college credit!● Will not go onto CHS transcript● Need De Anza specific information? Meet with Mrs. Emmert on Friday tutorials in the CCC

Concurrent Enrollment (continued)Health Professions• Child Development (all)• Dental Sciences (F)• Health Nutrition (WV)• Pharmacy Technology (F)• Radiologic Technology (F)• Veterinary Technology (F)

STEM/Coding/Security• C++, Python, Linix (all)• Intro to Circuit Analysis (DA)• Intro to Photonics (SJC)• Nanotechnology (F)• Network Administration (all)

Business• Accounting (all)• International Relations (F)• Intro to Entrepreneurship (DA)• Marketing (all)• Principles of E-Businesses (DA)• Project Management (WV)

Building & Design• Interface Design (WV)• Intro to Green Buildings (DA)• Motion Graphics (F)• Principles of Animation (DA)• Principles of Interior Design (WV)

Ideas for summer: STAY ACTIVETime for Enrichment!

➢ Volunteer➢ Intern➢ Work➢ Travel➢ Enrichment learning ➢ Explore your interests➢ Develop new skills

NEW: Break-out sessions for parents!

Bring to World History class on Feb. 25th: •Half sheet course selection task list•Course Planning & Teacher Advising Form (received in World Lit)

Complete online by Feb. 25th:•Informed K12 Course Request Worksheet•Informed K12 Time Management Activity•Register for classes on Infinite Campus•Complete 4 year plan on Guidance Google Classroom

10th Grade Parent Night is FEBRUARY 13th

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