1. Senior Class Presentations

2. Who is my counselor? A – D Mrs. Munoz E – J & AVID Mrs. Miller
K – P Ms. Brown
Q- Z Mrs. Carey
Other helpful people in the Counseling Department
Counseling Secretary – Mrs. Bledsaw
College & Career Readiness Center(A112) – Mrs. Arce
School Registrar – Mrs. McMahon

3. Senior Letter Review senior letter Sign name at bottom
Senior letter will be mailed home in order to inform parents of student’s graduation status

4. What is on my Transcript?
6 semesters completed so far
Courses in progress for senior year
On track seniors should have at least 160 credits completed as of right now!
Total credits needed to graduate is 220
Review transcript for errors
**190 credits required by the end of 1st semester in order to participate in Senior Activities.
Need a copy of your transcript? – Complete a transcript request form in the Counseling Office.
What is on my Transcript?

5. What are your plans after graduation?
Choose your path
– Community College
– University
– Trade School
– Technical College
– Military
– Employment

6. Community College Local community colleges:
► GOOD CHOICE for AA or AS (Associate of Arts/Science) degree, vocational certification or to complete general education coursework for university transfer
Local community colleges:
San Joaquin Delta College (
Modesto Junior College (
Las Positas Community College (
California’s list of Community Colleges ( )
Placement tests required in English and Math to register for classes at the community college if “non-exempt” status.

7. CSU (California State Universities)
CSU Application Link
Fall 2019 CSU Application
Open from August 1 - November 30, 2018
Tracy High School's approved a-g courses
a-g required courses must be completed with grades of C or better!
SAT or ACT w/Writing completed no later than Dec. 2018
Admission GPA based on eligibility index score
( CSU Eligibility Index CA residents )
Submit application between November 1-30, 2018

9. UC (University of California)
UC Application Link
Fall 2019 UC Application
Open from August 1 - November 30, 2018
Tracy High School's approved a-g courses
a-g required courses must be completed with grades of C or better!
SAT or ACT w/Writing completed no later than Dec ( SAT Subject Tests are not required but can also be submitted in support of your admission application)
Personal Insight Questions
Submit application between November 1-30, 2018

10. CA Private/Independent Colleges & Universities
To apply for admission, go to the Common Application
Tracy High School's approved a-g courses
a-g required courses must be completed with grades of C or better!
SAT or ACT w/Writing completed no later than Dec ( SAT Subject Tests are not required but can also be submitted in support of your admission application)
Personal Essay
Letter(s) of recommendation
Be sure to check individual college websites for specific requirements.

11. Trade School/Technical College
What are they?
Colleges or programs that will train students for a specific career, i.e. Auto Mechanic, Cosmetologist, Chef. Usually programs take 1-2 years to complete.
To find out more information about trade/technical colleges near you or nationwide go to
Career Exploration Resources:

12. Financial Aid/Scholarships
Check w/Mrs. Arce in the College & Career Readiness Center(A112) for updated scholarship list & also the school’s daily bulletin. Sign up for the remind text message.
Scholarship search:
Financial Aid
Complete the FAFSA (Free Application For Federal Student Aid)
OCTOBER 1, 2018 FAFSA application opens
Cal Grants – Cal Grant GPA verification form at:

14. Future Collegiate Athletes
The NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) is the governing  body of small athletic programs throughout the United States.  
Register with the NAIA Eligibility Center*
1. Visit  check out schools and to register.
2. Create a Student-Athlete Profile.
3. Be sure to read all instructions regarding how to submit transcripts and required documents.
The NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) works with you and your high school to help you prepare for life as a student-athlete.
Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center* 
1. Visit  enter as a college-bound student-athlete. 
2. Create a student account.
3. On the About Me page, enter some quick facts, including your name, address, date of birth and gender.
*REGISTRATION FEE and WAIVER*  Your account will be eligible for processing once the registration fee is paid or waived.  You must pay online by debit or credit card.  The registration fee is $90 for NCAA and $80 for NAIA.

15. Military Take the ASVAB(Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery)
Branches of military include:
Army –
Marines –
Navy –
Coast Guard –
Air Force –
ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps):
is another option for students wanting to attend college with military officer
commission after college graduation. Each branch of the military has an ROTC
option:
Take the ASVAB(Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery)
Sign up in the College & Career Readiness Center (A112). Date
to be determined (TBD).

16. Employment Prepare Resume/Cover Letter Check Local Resources
Apply on-line

17. College and Career Readiness Center Activities
College Visitors/ Activities
9/14/18 University of Redlands
9/18/18 Senior & Parent Night
9/26/18 UC Santa Cruz
9/27/18 UC San Diego
10/10/18 Dr. Amir –Medical School Presentation
10/11/18 Azusa Pacific University
10/17/18 CSU App Workshop
10/25/18 University of Nevada, Reno
10/29/18 Dominican University
10/29/18 Financial Aid Workshop (tentative)
10/30/18 UC App Workshop
11/08/18 CSU East Bay
11/14/18 ASVAB testing
*Sign up with Mrs. Arce for College Visitor Workshops in A112- College /Career Readiness Center
Please refer to the THS Counseling Department webpage for updates and more information at

18. Questions?
Counselors want to meet with YOU! So please, if you have any questions, drop by the counseling office before school or during your lunch or you can schedule an appointment with your counselor.
Also, please be sure to check the Counseling Department webpage for a review of today’s senior presentation and other important information: