1. School CHOICE Process Class of 2017
LBUSD Mission: To support the personal and intellectual success of every student, every day.

2. The 9 CHOICE High Schools
Cabrillo
CAMS
Jordan
Lakewood
McBride
Millikan
Poly
Renaissance
Wilson
Every student must fill out an application

3. High School Information Day
CHOICE FAIRE
November 17, 2012
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

4. High School Information Nights
Poly – Auditorium Tues, Nov 27th 6:00 p.m.
Cabrillo – Auditorium Wed, Nov 28th 6:00 p.m.
Wilson – Auditorium Thurs, Nov 29th 6:00 p.m.
CAMS Sat, Dec 1st 9:30 a.m.
Renaissance – Aud. Mon, Dec 3rd 6:00 p.m.
Jordan Main Campus Tue, Dec 4th 6:00 p.m.
Lakewood – Auditorium Wed, Dec 5th 6:00 p.m.
Millikan - Auditorium Thurs, Dec 6th 6:00 p.m.
McBride see

5. What 8th graders can expect
Early November- Mailer that includes: Sample application, important dates, Choice Faire flyer, one-page descriptions of high school programs
Spanish & Khmer translations available on district website, at school sites and PALMS Office
November 12-16th - Pre-printed Applications for High School may be picked up at Research by middle school counselors (alpha unless notified otherwise)
Middle School Visitations by Secondary Specialized Programs- calendar of visitations have been sent to middle/high school principals and posted on the School Choice website. All 8th graders and parents are welcome to attend.

6. Special Education Students
Students who receive Resource Specialist Program (RSP) services will follow the application process.
SDC students will receive a letter in November from the Division of Special Education, with the child’s SDC school assignment for next year, along with a description of school choice procedures. Blue School of CHOICE forms for SDC students will be available from the Division of Special Education.
Special Education SDC Tours:
Morning & Afternoon

7. High School Visits for SDC
Cabrillo Dec. 4th 9:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.
Jordan Nov. 20th 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Lakewood Dec. 6th 8:00 a.m. & 1:00p.m.
Millikan Nov. 27th 8:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m.
Poly Dec. 5th 8:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
Wilson Nov. 30th 9:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.

8. Robinson and Powell Applications
Deadlines
Monday, December 17th
Application for High School/Secondary Specialized Programs to the middle school counselor.
Please note: Middle school principals and counselors may require an earlier deadline date than December 17th.
Private school students mail applications to or drop off
at Special Projects Services, High School Choice Office
Robinson and Powell Applications
Due December 10, 2012

9. What happens next?
Specialized Programs select students who have indicated an interest in their programs, and input into LROIX
Then…
Monday, January 28th
Secondary Specialized Programs’ Letters of Acceptance/Denial mailed home from the High School Office.
ource California Department of ducation

10. Then what? Monday, February 4th
DEADLINE for students accepted to Secondary Specialized Programs to return one Intent to Attend form to their Middle School Counselor who will input this into LROIX no later than February 8th.
Private school students deliver Intent to Attend form directly to the Secondary Specialized Program selected.

11. Students need to make a decision
February 11th – 15th
Secondary Specialized Programs finalize their Specialized Program rosters based on the number of Intent to Attend forms that are returned and inputted.
Note
No LROIX pending lists will be created for SSPs.
When students put in an “Intent to Attend” for an SSP; that completes the students’ high school application process.
Students should not accept the SSP Intent to Attend if they would rather enter an SLC at their resident school instead.

12. Final assignment for 8th graders
February 25th – March 1st
High School Office assigns students to high schools based on high school CHOICE and priority enrollment to their resident high school
Early March
Assignment letters sent to parents from High School Office
Spring 2013
Private School students may enroll at their resident high school (call High School registrar to determine documentation and/or programming date)
Beginning in March
High School counselors will program incoming freshmen

13. Appeal Process March 29th
Deadline for Appeals to be mailed/submitted to the School Choice Office
(Appeal letter forms will be ed to counselors in late February)
Criterion for granted Appeals are generally
computer or input errors
Very few are granted!

14. Secondary Specialized Programs (recommendations for admission)
Cabrillo
CAMS
Jordan
Lakewood
Millikan
University Scholars
3.3 GPA
AP Classes
CALIFORNIA ACADEMY
Of MATH &
SCIENCE
School requires a Supplemental Application
3.00 GPA
Math, Science, Engineering Focus IB
“International Baccalaureate”
2.3 GPA
(Middle Year’s Program-MYP)
Merit Scholars
3.30 GPA
Algebra 1
CST proficient or advanced proficient
Quest
“Questioning, Understanding, Engaging Success through Technology”
GPA 3.50 or higher
CED
Cabrillo Engineering & Design
3.0 GPA, Algebra 1,
CST Proficient, Math or Science
CAL-J
Cabrillo Academy of Law and Justice
Proficient or
Advanced Proficient on CST
Completion of Algebra 1
Demonstrated high interest in Math and Science
AIMS
Aspiration in Medical Services
2.00 GPA
Highly Recommended
ATM
Applied Technology Magnet
280 students selected
STEM
Science Technology Engineering Math
(Special Pathway
Within ATM)
PEACE
“Personal success through Empowerment, Academic achievement, Conflict resolution and Ethics in action”
GPA 2.75 – 3.3
SACMAA
Computer Media Arts and Animation
Located on the campus of CSUDH
academy.org
ACE
Architecture, Construction & Engineering Academy GPA and a strong background in Math & Science
Knights
For a limited number of well-qualified students in each SLC
Applicants need to indicate which SLC they desire also.
COMPASS
Community of Musicians, Performers, Artists and Social Scientists
GPA 2.5 or higher

15. Secondary Specialized Programs Recommendations for Admission
McBride
Poly
Renaissance
Wilson
McBride Engineering
PACE
Admission based on 6th & 7th Grade GPA and CST Scores
175 students selected
Visual and Performing Arts
Call school for admission requirements
Distinguished Scholars
Academic GPA 3.3
Proficient or Advanced Proficient CST scores
McBride Health Medical
CIC
GPA and CST scores
Application and essay
WAVE
More rigorous than Distinguished Scholars
Minimum of 5 AP classes over 4 years
McBride Public Services Forensics
lbschools.net/mcbride
PAC RIM
60 students selected
lbschools.net/Poly
lbschools.net/ Renaissance DI
Only for current LBUSD students enrolled in a K-8 DI program
lbschools.net/wilson

16. Small Learning Communities
Cabrillo
Jordan
Lakewood
Millikan
Poly
Wilson
ACCESS 9th GRADE
ACADEMY
BESTT
THE ARTS ACADEMY
M.I.T.
HUMANITIES
WILSON CLASSICAL
HIGH SCHOOL
ETA
LASER SLC
MBA
BEACH
JMAC
JTECH
ODYSSEY ACADEMY
GREEN
MAPS
PANTHER
TCB ACADEMY
METS
lbschools.net/ Cabrillo
lbschools.net/ Jordan
lbschools.net/ Lakewood
lbschools.net/ Millikan
lbschools.net/ Poly
lbschools.net/ Wilson

17. Cabrillo High School Smaller Learning Communities: Specialized Programs
University Scholars
3.3 GPA; Rigorous course of studies- AP, honors classes
CED
Cabrillo Engineering and Design
Industry Recognized and Opportunity for College Credit
Nationally Certified PLTW Engineering Program
3.00 GPA; CST Proficient in Math or Science
“C” or higher in Algebra recommended
SACMAA
Specialized Academy of Computer, Media, Arts and Animation
CAL-J
Cabrillo Academy of Law and Justice
Associated with Long Beach and California Bar Associations

18. Cabrillo High School Small Learning Communities
Access
9th Grade Academy

19. CAMS California Academy of Math and Science
CAMS Supplemental Application
3.00 GPA- (B’s or above in math or science)
Math, Science, Engineering Focus
Proficient or Advanced Proficient on CST
Completion Algebra 1-2
Demonstrate high interest in Math and Science

20. Jordan High School Smaller Learning Communities: Specialized Programs
IB (Federally funded Magnet)
International Baccalaureate Classes (natural extension for students currently taking IB coursework or in middle school GATE programs)
2.3 GPA Recommended
AIMS
Aspiration in Medical Services
2.00 GPA Highly Recommended
ACE
Architecture, Construction and Engineering Academy
2.00 GPA Recommended
Math and Science background and interest recommended

21. Jordan High School Small Learning Communities
BESTT
Business and Entertainment School of Travel, Trade and Tourism
ETA
Excellence Through the Arts
JMAC
Jordan’s Media and Communication Learning Community
JTECH
Jordan’s Technical Studies
Panther Academy
Explore career options in law and education

22. Lakewood High School Smaller Learning Communities: Specialized Programs
Merit Scholars
Students selected from HSAI (High School Academic Index: average 7th and 8th GPA plus CST English and Math Scores).
Proficient/Advanced Proficient scores in ELA and Math CST scores.
Total of 175 selected.
ATM
Students selected from HSAI.
Basic and Above Proficient in ELA and Proficient/Advanced Proficient in Math
STEM—Special pathway within ATM
Total of 280 selected.
Knights
Limited number of well-qualified students from within each SLC

23. Lakewood High School Small Learning Communities
The Arts Academy
Pursue interests in drama, fine arts, music, film, dance, journalism, writing, and foreign language
LASER SLC
Lakewood Academy of Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, and Recreation
Odyssey Academy
Cross-curricular, academically challenging program with a focus on marine studies
TCB ACADEMY
Trade, Commerce & Business

24. Millikan High School Smaller Learning Communities: Specialized Programs
Quest
Questioning, Understanding, Engaging Success through Technology
GPA 3.50 or higher
Accelerated curriculum designed for GATE students
PEACE
Personal success through Empowerment, Academic achievement, Conflict resolution, and Ethics in action
GPA 2.75 – 3.3 or higher
COMPASS
Community of Musicians, Performers, Artists, and Social Scientists
GPA 2.5 or higher

25. Millikan High School Small Learning Communities
M.I.T.
Millikan Integrated Technology Academy
GREEN
Generating Respect for the Earth, the Environment, and Nature
MBA
Millikan Business Academy

26. McBride High School McBride Engineering McBride Health Medical
McBride Public Services - Forensics

27. Polytechnic High Smaller Learning Communities: Specialized Programs
PACE - Program of Additional Curricular Experiences (185 students selected)
Designed for advanced students seeking an excellent college preparatory curriculum by designated teachers
25 to 30 Advanced Placement courses offered, including 2 levels of Calculus and of Physics
CIC - Center for International Curriculum
GPA, CST scores, essay and application process students selected
Provides Accelerated, Honors and AP courses in a thematically integrated global curriculum
Unique course offerings, including Chinese and Japanese World Languages, up through the Advanced Placement level
Pacific Rim Magnet Academy
California Partnership Academy with smaller class sizes
International Business and Trade focus
60 students accepted

28. Polytechnic High Small Learning Communities
Beach Academy of Math and Science
Humanities Academy
Medical and Paramedical Services Academy (MAPS)
Media, Entertainment, Technology & Systems (METS)
Poly area students are accepted and have the opportunity to select an Academy (SLC) to match their interests. All provide a college preparatory curriculum. AVID is available to students.

29. Renaissance High School for the Arts
Visual and Performing Arts
Success is an Art
Academic Art Emphases
Theatre
Visual Art
Music
Dance
Technical Theatre/Video
Writing/Directing

30. Wilson Classical High School
CLASSICAL SCHOOL (all students)
240 credits (7 classes in 9th grade, 6 classes 10-12)
Uniform
2.0GPA
Course requirements exceed A-G
Specialized Programs
Distinguished Scholars
Academic GPA 3.3
Proficient or Advanced proficient CST scores
7 classes every year (280 credits), most rigorous curriculum
WAVE
_ An Enhancement to Distinguished Scholars – minimum of AP classes over 4 years DI
_ Dual Immersion for students who have completed K-8 DI

31. Filling out the Application
Step 1 Circle your home school and select the top three Small Learning Communities of your home school by placing an “A,” “B,” and “C,” by your choices.
Step 2 Indicate the three high schools that you are interested in by placing a “1,” “2,” and “3” under the name of your high school choices.
Step 3 Select three Small Learning Communities by placing a “A,” “B,” and “C” for your first, second and third choice for these two high school choices.

32. Small learning Communities- Steps 1-3
Cabrillo
__2__
Jordan
__1__
Millikan
__3__
Poly
_____
Wilson
_A_ Access
9th Grade
Freshman
Academy
___ NJROTC*
___ BESTT
_C_ ETA
___ JMAC
_A_ JLS
_B_ JTECH
___ Panther Academy
C TCB Academy
_B_ LASER
___ Odyssey Academy
_A_ The Arts
___ NROTC*
_A_ MIT
_B_ MBA
_C_ GREEN
___ Humanities Academy
___ Beach
___ MAPS Academy
___ METS Academy
___ ROTC*
___ Wilson Classical High School
Lakewood
_____

33. Specialized Program Selection
Step 4 If you are interested (optional); choose three Specialized Programs by placing on the line a “1,” “2,” and “3” of your first, second, and third choice.
These programs have a competitive admissions process.
ACE (Jordan) Distinguished Scholars* (Wilson) PEACE* (Millikan)
AIMS (Jordan) Dual Immersion* (Wilson) QUEST* (Millikan)
ATM (Lakewood) IB*** (Jordan) SACMAA (Cabrillo)
CAL J (Cabrillo) Knights (Lakewood) STEM (Lakewood)
CED (Cabrillo) Merit Scholars (Lakewood) University Scholars (Cabrillo)
CIC** (POLY) PAC RIM*** (Poly) WAVE (Wilson)
COMPASS* (Millikan) PACE (Poly)
School is a Specialized Program
CAMS** (Application must be in by December 10th to CAMS)
McBride**
Renaissance
* Uniform and/or Code of Conduct contract(s) also required.
** Additional “supplemental application” needed for CAMS & CIC & McBride.
Pick up supplemental application(s) from your counselor.
***Federally Funded Magnet (International Baccalaureate & PAC RIM)
If you are currently enrolled in a Magnet/Gifted/GATE program, please state which program here:_____________.

34. Back side of the Application
ELECTIVE PROGRAMS:
AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is offered at all High Schools.
This elective class provides students with important study skills necessary for success in their academic classes.
ROTC or NJROTC is available at several high schools.
If you are interested in AVID or ROTC / NJROTC or both at the high school you are assigned to, please mark the elective or electives
____ AVID ____ ROTC OR NJROTC
School Bus Transportation Unavailable: The district does not provide bus transportation to the School of Choice or any magnet or Specialized Program.
Students who have been accepted to a Specialized Program(s) must turn in the “INTENT TO ATTEND” form to their middle school counselor no later than FEBRUARY 4, 2013
Those who turn in their “Intend to Attend” form complete their high school application process.
NO CHANGES WILL BE MADE AFTER FEBRUARY 15, 2013

35. Frequently Asked Questions
Are a high school’s home resident students guaranteed placement at their home school?
No, but students in the residence area are given preference for admission to that high school.
Students who are assigned to a school other than their home resident school are guaranteed a place in one of its small learning communities or academies.
If a student is attending a private school, is it possible to attend a LBUSD high school other than her or his home resident high school?
If an 8th grade student is not enrolled in a LBUSD school but resides within the district, that student can apply like any other LBUSD 8th grader to a school of choice specialized program with no guarantee of acceptance.
Private School students not accepted into their school of choice specialized program can enroll in their resident school if there is space. To be considered for their home school, Private School students must apply to their home school. Mail completed applications to Special Projects Services / High School Choice Office

36. No specialized program changes will be made after February 15, 2013.
Is there still a chance my child can get in to his/her first choice for a specialized program if he/she was not initially accepted?
If a student is rejected by their first choice specialized program and does not want to attend any other specialized program, parents can contact the SSP coordinator after February 4th and before February 11th to determine if there are any openings after the Intent to Attend deadline. Since the enrollment capacity for each of our SSP programs at each of the high schools is limited, the probability is small there would be room. Parents should strongly consider returning the Intent to Attend for a program that has accepted the student unless their student would be satisfied being enrolled in the general small learning communities at his/her resident high school.
No specialized program changes will be made after February 15, 2013.

37. No Buses
Is transportation provided for students who are accepted into a Specialized Program or at a non-resident school?
The district is unable to provide bus transportation to any school of choice or any magnet or special program.

38. Will a child be accepted automatically if the child attends a feeder middle school and turns in a Special Transfer or Appeal form?
No, a student who is attending a feeder middle school will not be automatically placed at a requested school because of a Special Transfer or Appeal Form. Unless the student is accepted into a specialized program, the priority enrollment goes to assigning the student to their home resident school.
Can students from outside of the district apply to a LBUSD high school?
Students who currently attend a middle school and reside outside of the district, but would like to attend a LBUSD school must apply for an Inter-District Permit (IDP) through the High School Office (1515 Hughes Way).