1. CHATSWORTH CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL
Senior Parent Night Class of 2017

2. To Graduate you Must: Have 210 Credits Pass the Core Curriculum
Complete a Service Learning Project
Complete 20 hours of community service (for graduation participation only)
Check academy for specific community service hours required for stole

3. Grad Check Letters
Fall grad check letters will be mailed home at the end of September
Total credits earned up to this point
Course requirements still needed before graduation
Outside courses needed
Passed/not passed each section of the CAHSEE
Met/needs to complete SLP
See your counselor with any questions

4. SAT Exam
Most colleges will accept score from the December test date (SDSU, Cal Poly, CSULB want November test date)
Check colleges for specific admission deadlines!
Maximum score of 1600 (reading/writing & math)
No penalty for wrong answers
Essay is optional (but required for UC’s and most private)
Exam fee is $45 ($57 with essay)
Next test dates: October 1, November 5, December 3
Register for test at
Use your SAT scores to get free practice recommendations by linking your College Board and Khan Academy® accounts.
Fee waivers available!

5. ACT Exam Divided into parts Scoring is 1-36 points per section
English, Math, Social Science, Science, Writing (essay)
Scoring is 1-36 points per section
Maximum composite score of 36
No penalty for incorrect answers
Exam fee is $39.50 ($59.50 with essay)
Next test dates: October 1, November 5, December 3
Register at
Fee waivers available!

6. Fee Waivers
Fee waivers can be given if you are approved for Free/Reduced lunch
(need to apply every year!)
Once approved in system, students can receive:
2 FREE SAT exams
2 FREE SAT Subject test
2 FREE ACT exams
Reduced fees on AP exams
NCAA Fee waiver
College application fee waivers

7. Four Systems of Higher Education in California
Community College
Pierce, Valley, Mission, Moorpark, College of the Canyons
California State University (CSU)
CSUN, Cal State L.A., San Diego State, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
University of California (UC)
UCLA, UC Irvine, UC Santa Barbara, UC San Diego
Private
USC, Pepperdine, Stanford, Mt. Saint Mary
Out of State Colleges
Arizona, Chicago, New York

8. Community Colleges Two-Year Schools
No subject requirements; Must be 18 years old or a High School Graduate
Options include Certificate programs, Associates Degree, or Transfer to 4-Year Colleges
No tests required (No SAT or ACT however if you are on the transfer program you will need to take a test)
Some Community College Applications open October 1st! Check website for exact dates.

9. CSU/UC A-G Requirements (minimum)
A. 2 years World History, US History, or Government
B. 4 years college prep English
C. 3 years math - Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2
D. 2 years lab science
E. 2 years same foreign language
F. 1 year same visual/performing art (ex: Painting AB)
G. 1 year advanced courses in math, English, lab science, foreign language or social sciences

10. California State University (CSU)
4 year Universities with degree programs (Bachelors and Graduate Level)
A full pattern of Subject Requirements (A-G)
Minimum GPA of 2.0 (3.0 recommended);
SAT I (Critical Reading and Math); ACT
Check Eligibility Index for GPA vs. SAT/ACT score at
For GPA’s between , students must determine minimum eligibility (Eligibility Index). For example:
2.0 = 1350 SAT (CR & Math only) or 30 ACT
2.5 = 950 SAT (CR & Math only) or 20 ACT
2.9 = 560 SAT (CR & Math only) or 10 ACT

11. CSU cont… www.csumentor.edu
Applications are available online beginning October 1st
Cannot submit until November 1st and must be submitted by November 30th
Self input classes based on transcript
Tuition Fees: about $5,500 per academic year (not including books, housing, transportation)
Cal States have different deadline dates for certain submissions…check their websites and student portals
Application fee waivers are done on the application websites for Cal States. (can only submit request once!)

12. CSU Early Assessment Program (EAP)
CAASP (Smarter Balance) taken in 11th grade to determine college readiness in English and Math.
Other ways to satisfy EAP: SAT/ACT/AP scores
Check your eligibility at and learn what path you need to take
“Ready” – for English and Math college level courses
“Conditionally Ready” – Dependent on class/grade in English/Math class Senior year
“Not Ready” – Must take CSU EPT and/or ELM placement exam
Do not miss deadlines for a placement exam as you may be denied admission!

13. EOP Educational Opportunity Program
Low income students
First generation students
Educationally disadvantaged students
Can get additional services at college
Can receive additional $
Apply for EOP program when you fill out your college applications if you think you may qualify- CLICK YES
Supplemental application for each Cal State

14. University of California (UC)
9 UC Campuses
Four-Year Universities with degree programs (Bachelors, Graduate, and Professional)
A full pattern of Subject Requirements (A-G)
At least 3.0 GPA in (A-G) subjects (Should have a much higher GPA for most campuses)
SAT I (Critical Reading, Math, and Writing) or ACT; (subject tests not required but recommended)
Check college website for “Preview Day”

15. UC cont… www.universityofcalifornia.edu
Applications available online NOW!
Applications due November 30th
Self input courses/grades
New! 8 options for personal insight statements
pick 4
max 350 words per answer
All questions are weighted equally
One application for all UC’s
If student took SAT with a fee waiver, college board will send 4 waivers to your college board account.
Tuition fees about $13,500 per academic year (not including books, room and board, transportation)

16. Private/Out of State Colleges
Programs vary according to size
Prefer students who have met the UC/CSU A-G requirements with at least a 2.0**
SAT/ ACT: Check catalogs for specific test requirements.
**Applications for Private schools available at OR
Check school/applications deadlines on the websites
Check online for out of state application deadlines and requirements
Most schools will require a letter of recommendation from counselor and/or teacher

17. DO NOT FILL OUT BOTH APPLICATIONS!
Financial Aid
FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Apply at starting October 1, 2016
You do not need to wait to file your taxes to apply
Parents will use 2015 taxes for application
California Dream Act –Students without lawful immigration status, who qualify for an AB540 nonresident tuition exemption. Opens January 1, Apply at
Questionnaire at the beginning of application to determine eligibility
DO NOT FILL OUT BOTH APPLICATIONS!

18. Cal Grants = FREE MONEY Cal Grant A 3.0+ plus financial need
$5,500 for Cal States
$12,00 for UC
$9,000 for Private Schools
Cal Grant B plus extreme financial need
Cal Grant C Short term vocational grant
Cal Grant GPA’s are sent electronically from the district (don’t need to send in paper form)
Can be used for Community College, CSU, & UC
Cal Grant GPA is calculated from 10th & 11th grade and is unweighted (no extra points), excludes PE
Failure to use the same information on all applications can delay or deny your money!

19. Additional Financial Aid Options
CSS Profile-Opens in October
Register at (search for CSS Profile)
Online application that collects information used by certain colleges and scholarship programs to award institutional aid funds.
Check your colleges’/programs’ information to determine whether they require the PROFILE.
Blue & Gold at UC- Qualify with FAFSA
Middle Class Scholarship- Qualify with FAFSA for CSU/UC
University Grants/Scholarships-Check with College Financial Aid Office

20. Western Undergraduate Exchange “WUE”
Through WUE, students in western states may enroll in more than 150 two-year and four-year college institutions at a reduced tuition level: 150% of the enrolling institution’s resident tuition.
Apply directly to the WUE institution of your choice
See complete list of schools at (included in your packet)

21. Scholarships
Many scholarships come in to the college office every year
Lists will be generated as new scholarships arrive and will be available in the college office and on the CHS website
Chatsworth Community Scholarship:
Available when we return in January
Due in March (exact date TBA on application)
Qualifies you for numerous community scholarships that are awarded at Senior Awards Night
Join PTSA and Booster Club! They give scholarships too!
Scholarship search: &

22. NCAA National Collegiate Athletic Association
Students wanting to play athletics as a freshman at a 4-year college/university need to meet certain requirements
Graduate from HS
16 core courses for Division 1 & 2
Minimum GPA required on NCAA courses and SAT
All courses need to be on HS transcript
Register to become a college-bound student athlete and learn about eligibility

23. Tips for Applications MEET THE DEADLINES!! Start early!
Deadline for Cal State/UC applications is November 30th! You don’t submit, you don’t get in
Check private schools and out of state colleges for deadlines
Set up separate account only for college applications
Do not share your login/passwords with friends (boy/girl friends)
On your personal statements, use “I” statements and write about yourself, not a lot about someone else.
Use the same information on all applications/exams (college apps, FAFSA, SAT, ACT)
Name, birthdate, address, social security #
MEET THE DEADLINES!!

24. A couple more things!
Do not drop courses senior year. Colleges want to see that student is still taking rigorous courses, however there are exceptions.
Application workshops coming up
38 computers available in lab
Bring transcripts!
If I don’t know the answer, I will do my best to find it out and let students know.
2 computers available in the college office anytime students need
Brochure, pamphlets, literature available in my office!

25. Days: Tuesday & Thursday
COLLEGE BOUND PROGRAM
Days: Tuesday & Thursday
Time: Dismissal- 5pm
Where: Z-195
Fill out an application and bring it to Z-195
Open door policy
Campus tours
Come whenever you want for however long you want
Coordinator: Fatima Gutierrez
Director: Lili Lozano

26. Counseling Staff Mrs. Leslee Owens 9th Grade Freshman
Mrs. Denise Schnell
GAME
AVID 10th -12th
Mrs. Dede Krausen
Humanitas
Mari Hobson
Medical Careers/ELD
Andrea Rochetti
College Counselor
Adrianne Sommers
SDC/Spec. Ed

27. Take a deep breath, it’s their SENIOR YEAR!
END OF PRESENTATION
Take a deep breath, it’s their SENIOR YEAR!

29. Understanding Your Transcript
Math and/or Foreign Language taken in middle school does not count high school credit…but it does count for college requirements.
Any grade of “D” needs to be retaken for college requirements (but you do not receive credit again)
Any course in which you received an “F” can be retaken for credit
You have multiple GPA’s on your transcript
LAUSD (weighted and unweighted), UC, CSU, Financial Aid, NCAA
How many credits you have earned

30. COLLEGE FAIRE 2016 Saturday, September 10th, 9am-12pm Pierce College
Meet Reps from:
Cal States, UC’s, Private Colleges, Out of State Colleges, Community Colleges
Workshops on:
Financial aid, admission tips, California Dream Act, and more! (some workshops in Spanish)
FREE LUNCH!

31. Middle Class Scholarship-CSU/UC
You may receive a partial scholarship to help pay your CSU/UC tuition if you…
Are a California resident who applies for financial aid ON TIME (FAFSA, DREAM APP)
Are not already receiving grants and scholarships that equal your systemwide tuition and fees
Have a total family income between $80K-$150K

32. Blue & Gold at UC
You can receive enough grant and scholarship money from all sources to equal your systemwide tuition and fees IF YOU…
Are a California Resident/AB 540 who applies for financial aid ON TIME
Have a total family income of less than $80K and demonstrate financial need (FAFSA/DREAM APP)
Are enrolled in one of your first 4 years (2 years for transfers)
Can qualify for additional grant support beyond the BLUE & GOLD plan

33. Cal Grant Cont…
Cal Grant GPA is calculated from 10th & 11th grade and is unweighted (no extra points), excludes PE
To receive your Cal Grant, you must fill out your FAFSA or Dream ACT application.
Cal Grant will match your name & GPA with your FAFSA
Make sure you use the same name and spelling that is in the School system on all applications!
Ex: If your name is Smith-Lopez in the school system, use the same name on your FAFSA, don’t leave out the hyphen or they will think you are two different people
Failure to use the same information on all applications can delay or deny your money!
More info at

34. CSU cont…
Application fee waivers are done on the application websites for Cal States.
You will need to input your family income and # of dependents
Can only request once!
If denied and you think you made a mistake on family income/dependents, you will have to submit a paper form, but cannot submit online again
Mobile App – Grad Guru/gradguru.org
MEET THE DEADLINES!!

35. Case Management: College Campus Tours : Special Events:
Power Hour :
Homework time- ends 1 hr. after program starts
Every Thursday after Power Hour.
College Info. Workshops:
Case Management:
Weekly meetings (individually & group) on diff. topics
College Campus Tours :
CSUN, Pierce, Pepperdine
Guest Speakers
Special Events:
Alumni mixer, Family Day, Nor Cal trip

36. Resources
View for current news, upcoming events, college office info
View for important college information, register for SAT exams
Register for the ACT exam
Application for Cal States, find information about eligibility
Application for UC system
Application for private schools
Financial Aid application
Cal Grant information
Application for students who meet AB540 requirements
Register to become a college-bound student athlete, information on eligibility
Apply for free/reduced lunch to receive SAT/ACT fee waivers, reduced fees for AP exams, and of course free lunch!
SAT vs. ACT comparison, college information
CSU/UC approved course list