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Class of
2015
P.R.I.D.E. – The Foundation for Success
PRIDE means many things to different people, but at Laguna Beach High School we strive to ensure that all of our students demonstrate PRIDE in their social and academic growth through:
• Problem Solving – gathers, organizes, and analyzes data to solve problems and takes advantage of resources available on campus.
• Resiliency – accepts responsibility and works diligently to achieve in class and in extra-curricular activities despite setbacks.
• Integrity – does the right thing in all situations while showing respect for oneself and others.
• Dependability – is prepared for class on time and meets all deadlines
• Engagement – contributes in and out of the classroom
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Community Service Hours
Community Service Hours
Credits Completed
Requirements for Graduation
English - 4 years Social Science - 3 ½ years Science - 2 years
1 year of a Life Science (Biology or Life Science 1 year of a Physical Science (Chemistry or Earth
Science)
Mathematics 3 years Must complete Algebra 1
Physical Education- 2 years Fine Arts - 1 year Foreign Language - 1 year Health - 1 semester +60 units of Electives
California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)
Must Pass the California High School Exit Exam in:
Mathematics and
Language Arts
Passing score is a 350 or above
What if I don’t have a C or better?
WHO• Students in grade 9-12 who must repeat a course a grade earned of D or F. • 1 session = 1 semester of class time with the exception of math classes.
Math classes are the full 5 weeks. 5 weeks = 1 semester of class time.• No advance credit given• Courses offered for remediation only!
Requirements• Classes meet Monday – Friday from 7:45 am to 12:00 pm• Attendance is MANDATORY. THERE ARE NO EXCUSED ABSENCES IN
SUMMMER SCHOOL• One full day absence per session is allowed. Students will be dropped on
the second full day absence in a session. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Community College, CSU, UC, and Private Universities
CC CSU Private Univ.
UC
110 Community Colleges:
Some are:
Irvine Valley Saddleback
Orange Coast
www.cccco.edu
23 California State Universities:
Some are:CSUFCSU
CSULBCal Poly Pomona
Cal Poly SLOCSULA
San DiegoFresno
www.csumentor.edu
Over 75 Private Universities:
Some are:ClaremontPepperdine
USCWestmont
Loyola MarymountStanford
Whittier College
www.aiccu.edu
9 University ofCalifornia:
UC BerkeleyUC DavisUC IrvineUC Los AngelesUC RiversideUC San DiegoUC Santa BarbaraUC Santa Cruz UC Mercedwww.ucop.edu
College Prep or AP/Honors(Must Earn a grade of a C or better)
Area Years Subject
A. History/Social Studies
• 2 years Required 1 year of World History or AP European History
1 year of US History
B. English• 4 years Required English (CP/H/AP)
C. Mathematics
• 3 years RequiredAlgebra 1, Geometry, & Algebra 2
D. College Lab Science
• 2 years Required Biology ChemistryPhysics
E. Foreign Language
• 2 years Required of the same language
FrenchSpanish
F. Visual Performing Art
• 1 year Required Art, Ceramics, Chorus, Dance Production, Drama Production,Photography, Computer Art, Band
G. Electives (CP/H/AP)• 1 year Required AP Macroeconomics, Economics,
MUN
UC/ CSU Admission Requirements
College Options Entrance RequirementsHigh School Diploma
9 campuses Designed to accept top 12.5% of CA graduates
A – G RequirementsSAT Reasoning or ACT (+ writing)Check their website!Personal Statement/EssaysMinimum GPA: 3.0
23 campuses Designed to accept top 33% of CA graduates
A – G RequirementsSAT Reasoning or ACTCheck their website!Minimum GPA: 2.0
Private Colleges/Universities www.aiccu.edu
Varied depending on institutionLetters of Recommendation from teachers and counselor
LBHS A-G LISTWhat is an A-G List?
Why is an A-G List important?
How is an A-G List viewed by colleges?
Is weighted credit given for all Honors and AP classes?
How do I find the A-G List?
A list of certified courses that fulfill the “a-g” subject requirements for freshman admission to the UC’s
Only courses listed on the A-G will be recognized as fulfilling admission requirements.
Colleges recognize the courses as college preparatory coursework.
Weighted credit is given for all courses at the high school level, however they will only accept 2 semesters from 10th, and 6 semesters from 11th.
www.ucop.edu/doorways/
Community Service
Requirements• 40 Hour Requirement
• Hours must be done with a non-profit organization
• Community Service Cards are NOT to be signed by parents
Resources• Jeannie Harrell,
Community Service and Scholarship Coordinator, 949 497-7750 Ext 1212. [email protected]
• Scholarship Website, www.lbhssf.org
Community Service Suggestions
• Certain scholarships are based upon community service hours (minimum100 hours recommended for competition of these specific scholarships)
• Try a variety of opportunities as a freshman and then concentrate in an area of interest
• Submit completed cards to Community Service Coordinator in a timely fashion
• Have the required number of hours completed by the 1st semester of senior year
PRACTICE TESTS
WHO: -Anyone preparing for college/ACT-Recommended 10th grade
-Anyone preparing for college/SAT Reasoning Test-Recommended in 11th grade
WHY: -PRE-ACT, it can be a predictor of success on the ACT.-Become familiar with ACT-Receive feedback on your strengths and weaknesses-Focuses on career prep and improving academics-Identifies careers/interests
-PRE-SAT (Reasoning Test)-Become familiar with the SAT RT-Receive feedback on your strengths and weaknesses-chance to enter in National Merit Scholarship Program-receive info to colleges/scholarship programs
COSTwww.act.org www.collegeboard.com
FORMAT 4 parts:English Reading Math Science
3 Parts:Critical Reading MathWriting Skills (No Essay)
Earn College Credit by Taking AP courses!
• Advanced Placement courses offered beginning grade 10
• Get a head start on college-level work• Exams are scored on a numeric scale, 1 to 5• College credit if a score of 3 or better is earned
• Contract must be signed by student and parent– Summer Reading/Work– Expectation student will take AP Exam in June
• Weighted GPA (5 point scale)
• As of the 2012 testing season, exams cost $87 each • Fee waivers available
Things to Remember
Important Tips for College•Colleges are looking at level of rigor of course work taken•Students are encouraged to take 4 years of math, and 3 years of laboratory science
Grades•Students must earn C’s or better in order to meet A-G Requirements•Student must pass all classes in which enrolled, otherwise they will need to make up the credits in order to meet graduation requirements.
Tips for Success•Get Involved•Plan Ahead•Have fun!
We are here to help!
• A-F – Mrs. Nicole Rosa, 949 497-7750 ext 1211, [email protected]
• G-M – Mr. David Reska, 949 497-7750 ext 1208, [email protected]
• N-Z – Mrs. Angela Pilon, 949 497-7750 ext 1218, [email protected]
We look forward to working with you!
Please do not hesitate to contact
us or make an appointment if you
need anything.
