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Chatsworth High School Graduation Requirements College Entrance Requirements Financial Aid
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Graduation Requirements Have 210 credits Pass the Core Curriculum with a “D” or better Complete a Service Learning Project Pass the CAHSEE (Not currently in effect but could change) Complete 20 hours of Community Service (for participation in ceremony)
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Core Curriculum 4 Years of English 3 Years of Social Studies 3 Years of College Prep Math 2 Years of College Prep Science 2 Years of Foreign language 2 Years of PE 1 Year Visual Performing Art 1 Semester of Health
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CCHS Bell Schedule Current Bell Schedule: Block schedule 8 periods 4 periods/day 40 credits per semester, 80 credits per year 320 credits possible by the end of senior year 2016-17 Bell Schedule: Regular schedule 6 periods All classes meet every day 30 credits per semester, 60 credits per year 240 credits possible by the end of senior year
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What if I Fail a Class or need to Make-up Credits? Credit Recovery course at Chatsworth Go to Adult School (also offered at CCHS) Take a class at a Community College (also at CCHS) Take an ROP course (work for credits)
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California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) Must pass the CAHSEE to receive a High School Diploma in the State of California Take it for the 1 st time in 10 th Grade Must pass both Math and English sections (with a score of 350 for each section) If you pass one and not the other, you only have to re- take the section you did not pass. There are opportunities to re-take it if you do not pass it.
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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, Otis Art College
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Community Colleges Two-Year Schools No subject requirements; Must be 18 years old or a High School Graduate No tests required (No SAT or ACT) Options include Certificate programs, Associates Degree, or Transfer to 4-Year Colleges If community college is a possibility, do not wait until spring semester to apply, applications are open now! Online application, online orientation, assessment
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CSU/UC A-G Requirements 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 A-G requirements are now in line with Core Curriculum graduation requirements
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California State University (CSU) www.csumentor.edu 23 campuses 4 year Universities with degree programs (Bachelors and Graduate Level) A-G Requirements must be met Minimum GPA of *2.0 (3.0 recommended) SAT Reasoning (Critical Reading and Math) or ACT * For GPA’s between 2.0-2.9, students must determine minimum eligibility (Eligibility Index). For example: 2.0 = 1300 SAT (CR & Math only) or 30 ACT 2.5 = 900 SAT (CR & Math only) or 20 ACT 2.9 = 510 SAT (CR & Math only) or 10 ACT
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CSU Early Assessment Program (EAP) Seniors: Took Smarter Balance exam as Juniors. Test is used to determine college readiness in English and Math Level 1 & 2 – not ready Level 3 – Conditional Level 4 – Ready EAP portion of the test is taken in 11 th grade Can check status at www.csumentor.eap.com
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University of California (UC) www.universityofcalifornia.edu 9 undergraduate campuses; 1 graduate campus Four-Year Universities with degree programs (Bachelors, Graduate, and Professional) A-G Requirements must be met At least 3.0 GPA in (A-G) subjects (Should have a much higher GPA for most campuses) SAT Reasoning (Critical Reading, Math, and Writing) or ACT
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Private/Out of State www.commonapp.org www.sendedu.org www.sendedu.org Check specific website for 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 I / ACT: Check catalogs for specific test requirements. **It is best to go online to get information on the college/university you are interested in for their specific entrance requirements.
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Currently closed for Cal State/UC’s although a few CSU campuses are still accepting apps: Bakersfield, Dominguez Hills, Cal Maritime, Fresno, San Marcus, Humboldt Visit www.csumentor.edu/filing_status/ Get unofficial transcript from your counselor and self input grades and scores CSU- Grades, GPA, test scores UC – Grades, GPA,test scores,personal statement, other achievements Private – Grades, GPA, Test scores, Letters of recommendations, personal essay, other achievements Juniors: UC’s open August 1, 2016 and Cal States open October 1, 2016 COLLEGE APPS
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Clubs, Activities, Athletics There are over thirty clubs and organizations on campus. Chatsworth High School has a variety of girl’s and boy’s athletic programs GET INVOLVED! Colleges want to see that you did more than just study! Participate in Community Service Participating in extra activities can almost be as important as your grades!!
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SAT & ACT Exams Seniors: deadlines have passed for Cal State/UC, check for Private/out of state Juniors: Take new version of SAT/ACT during spring semester of 11 th grade (May/June test) Register for SAT at www.collegeboard.orgwww.collegeboard.org Register for ACT at www.actstudent.orgwww.actstudent.org Flyers and brochures available in the College Office Sophomores: plan to take the PSAT in October of sophomore year.
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Need to apply every year www.applyforlunch.com If qualify, you can receive… 11 th graders get PSAT waiver 2 free SAT Exam waivers 2 free SAT subject test waivers 2 free ACT Exam waivers Huge reduced fee on AP Exams NCAA fee waiver May qualify for College Application fee waivers Free/Reduced Lunch
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FAFSA/Dream Act is not filled out until January 1 st (Spring semester of Senior year) and due March 2, 2015 Use 2015 Taxes Students and parents can sign up for “ID’s” in December Make sure information you submit on your FAFSA matches information on social security card and school system (name, address, birthdate) For current Juniors, The FAFSA/Dream ACT will open on October 1, 2016 and due March 2, 2017 (use 2015 taxes) Financial Aid/Scholarships
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Cal Grant GPA’s are submitted by the district…do not need to send in paper form! Award is based on GPA and financial need (FAFSA/Dream Act) Cal Grant GPA is taken from Sophomore and Junior year and excludes PE, ROTC, or remedial classes Cal Grant A – 3.0 & higher Cal Grant B – 2.0 & higher Cal Grant C – Vocational School CSS Profile – For private schools, info on College board site Blue & Gold – UC Middle Class Scholarship – Cal State/UC Federal Pell Grants Work Study Loans Financial Aid Cont…
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Check college campus Financial Aid offices for scholarships available Community Scholarship applications will be available January, 2015 and will be due in March to the college office Other scholarships will soon be available in the college office and have different requirements (race, religion, parents job, your future plans, financial need, GPA) Updated list in College Office and online at www.chatsworthhs.org (click on college office on the right) www.chatsworthhs.org Financial Aid cont…
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www.ncaaclearinghouse.org For student-athletes wanting to play athletics at a 4-year college after high school Need to register online and meet course requirements Somewhat in line with the A-G requirements although there is 1 additional year required NCAA
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Submit college apps and financial aid on time Don’t wait until the last minute to begin filling out apps…these take time! Computers available in A4 for use Check emails frequently Check portals for deadlines and information Colleges/Financial Aid will not care the reason for not meeting deadlines! College Bound program after school Tuesdays/Thursdays from 3:00-5:00pm in Z-195 Call/email me with any questions/concerns Things to remember…
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Counseling Staff Mrs. Leslee Owens 9 th Grade Freshman A-L SAS/ Spec ED lowens1@lausd.net Mrs. Dana Bryant 9 th Grade Freshman M-Z SAS/Spec Ed djb9040@lausd.net Mrs. Dede Krausen Humanitas 12 th Grade Design/Tech pek76071@lausd.net Mrs. Denise Schnell Arts & Media AVID 10 th -12 th dms6828@lausd.net Mari Hobson Medical Careers 11 th Grade Design/Tech jgc3004@lausd.net Andrea Rochetti College Counselor 10 th Grade Design/Tech avr0658@lausd.net
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End of Presentation Enjoy the rest of your High School Experience!
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Conditional Status Use EAP/CAASPP score and class to meet “ready” requirement English – ERWC or AP class senior year with a grade of “C” or better Math – (Pre Calc), AP Class senior year with grade of “C” or higher (a class that has Alg. 2 as pre req) Use SAT score with class grade Juniors in their 4 th year of math still need to take math class their senior year to meet “ready” status Seniors can still take SAT in spring semester to meet SAT/class requirement EAP/CAASPP
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You get 5 years to play 4 years Eligibility begins when you enroll as a full time student DIVISION I Larger Schools Revenue/non revenue Full scholarships available Largest media coverage Need to be cleared through eligibility center CSUN, Cal Poly, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Pepperdine, USC, UCLA, Stanford ATHLETICS
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DIVISION II Fewer sports available Fewer scholarships Most programs funded by university Need to be cleared through eligibility center CSU Dominguez Hills, Chico State, CSU Stanislaus, Humboldt State, Notre Dame, Azusa pacific, UC San Diego DIVISION III Fewer sports No scholarships Cal Lutheran, Occidental College, UC Santa Cruz, University of Laverne Cont…
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Graduate from HS Qualify on Eligibility Center Accepted through admission Be an amateur athlete If drafted senior year of HS to play pro, can return as an amateur in a different sport Seniors Minimum 2.0 GPA with sliding scale for SAT/ACT (will take highest scores from tests) 2016 & beyond 2.3 or take a knee! (with sliding scale) Complete 10/16 courses before 7 th semester Eligibility
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Take courses within 4 years of HS Can take 1 course to meet NCAA within 1 year from date of gradation (summer), prior to full time enrollment Course needs to be on HS transcript No validation available Courses taken online (BYU), need to be teacher taught- New option 2 Fee waivers: apply online and I approve if on free/reduced lunch Eligibility Cont…
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RED SHIRT Sit out 1 st year Can practice Cannot play GREY SHIRT Cannot practice Cannot play Enrolled part time RED SHIRT & GREY SHIRT
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Misc… Information will be posted and updated on the Chatsworth website at www.chatsworthhs.orgwww.chatsworthhs.org Go to the right had side of the page where it says “College Office” Don’t wait until the last minute to improve your grades, be involved, and apply for colleges and financial aid! College Office is in A4!
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