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Sophomore Parent College Information Night
Tuesday, November 276:30 PM
Spanish presentation in room H-106 with Juana Vega
What Should I Be Doing Now!?
Grade 10: • Sophomore Guidance (Life After High School):
December• PLAN (Practice ACT) – November 17th, Spirito Hall,
8:00 am, $15 payable to student store• Use the summer to start doing college research, make
college visits, attend summer programs. Use your summer wisely!
What Happens Next Year!?
Grade 11: • Take PSAT in October (always the 3rd Saturday) • Attend Junior Parent College Night in February• Take SAT, ACT, and SAT Subject tests in spring (SAT
subject test may only be required for certain programs and/or certain schools)
• Continue college research, making college visits, and solidifying top college choices throughout the year.
• Use summer wisely: attend college summer programs, take advantage of opportunities to make yourself stand out on college applications (community service, work, summer camps, etc.)
What Should I Expect For Senior Year!?
Grade 12: • Take SAT, ACT, SAT Subject tests again in the fall if
necessary (November/December is the latest)• Attend Senior Parent Night in October• Fill out applications and file by November 30th for UC
and Cal State Universities• Attend Financial Aid Night in January, file FAFSA by
March 2nd
A-G RequirementsA. History/Social Science: 2 years requiredB. English: 4 years required C. Mathematics: 3 years required/4 recommendedD. Laboratory Science: 2 years required/3
recommendedE. Language Other Than English: 2 years
required/3 recommendedF. Visual & Performing Arts: 1 FULL year requiredG. College Preparatory Electives: 1 year required
All Classes must be passed with an A, B, or C for college eligibility! D =
FAIL!!!
Breakout Sessions
Please follow the rotation on your ticket
A.Math/Science E-108B.History/English I-107C.Foreign Language/Fine Arts D104D.Community Service/ Career
Information Media Center
Optional Extra Session
Helping my student be more successful• 8:30-8:45 in Media Center
English & Social Studies Course Sequence
Course Title Transcript Abbreviation(s) Category Honors
Type
American Democracy Amer Dem PSM American Government / Civics
U.S. History Geography P US Hist/Geo P S1, US Hist/Geo P S2 U.S. History
AP United States History
AP United States History S1AP United States History S2
U.S. History AP
World Hist., Culture & Geo. (H)
W His/Cul/Geo HP S2, W Hist/Cul/Geo HP S1
World History / Geography / Cultures H
World Hist., Culture & Geography
W Hist/Cul/Geo P S1, W Hist/Cul/Geo P S2
World History / Geography / Cultures
AP Government and Politics US)
AP Government and Politics US
American Government / Civics AP
FTHS A-G Approved Courses for Social Science
Course TitleTranscript Abbreviation(s)
Category
AP English Language & Comp
AP English Language & Comp S1, AP English Language & Comp S2
English AP
AP English Literature & Com
AP English Literature & Com S1, AP English Literature & Com S2 English AP
English 10 P English 10 P S1, English 10 P S2 English
English 10 (H) English 10 HP S1, English 10 HP S2 English
English 11 P ENGLISH 11 P S1, ENGLISH 11 P S2 English
English 12 P English 12 P S1, English 12 P S2 English
English 9 P English 9 P S1, English 9 P S2 English
English 9 H English 9 H S1, English 9 H S2 English
FTHS A-G Approved Courses for English
English & Social Studies Grade 11
English 11 College Prep US History College Prep American Experience- ( English AP & US History
AP)
How does my child get into AP?
Ideally we would like a student who is in College Prep classes as a 10th grader to have an A in English and History
Teachers may also recommend your child for AP
Class size limitations: this year we have three sections of American Experience, so AP classes accommodated all students who met the grade requirement or who were recommended
Senior Year!
English 12 College Prep English 12 AP (British Lit) American Democracy P/Econ. P AP Government and Politics
US/Economics H -No concurrent enrollment for 12th grade-(British Literature and US Government and Economics are not easily integrated).
Sophomore Parent College Information Night
BREAKOUT SESSION: Foreign Language Señor Sanchez
Foreign Language
Sequence of Spanish courses at FTHS Options for other languages VUSD Multilingual Seal
Native Speaker of Spanish (Not offered every year)• Spanish III (NS) meets A-G requirements• Spanish IV (AP)
Non-native Speaker of Spanish• Spanish I (TPRS) A-G required• Spanish II (TPRS) A-G required• Spanish III (TPRS) A-G recommended• Spanish IV (AP)
Sequence of Spanish Courses
Options for Other Languages
Courses must be taken at an accredited institution in order to count towards graduation and also meet A-G requirements
Ventura College• Spanish, American Sign Language, Italian, French
German and Japanese
VUSD Multilingual Seal
• In order to receive a multilingual seal on a diploma and transcript, students must meet the following criteria:• Proficiency in English as demonstrated on
CST in 11th grade• Grade of B or higher in AP Spanish or passing
score on the AP Spanish Language Test• For languages other than Spanish or if the
Spanish courses were taken at VC the district will administer a standardized assessment of literacy and fluency IF available.
Visual and Performing Arts
• Sequence of V and P Arts courses at FTHS
• Options for Subject F• AP Art Course – Period Zero
FTHS A-G Approved Courses for Visual and Perf. Arts
Visual Arts Pathways
Introductory coursesArt 1 (9-12) – Fulfills F only 1. Hands on, drawing, art history, non digital2. In class, individual work primarily
Film Making (Soph-Senior) – Fulfills F only 3. Using computers and technology4. Outside class 40%, in class 60%5. Group work primarily
Digital Photography – Fulfills F only
Intermediate coursesArt 2 (10-12) – Fulfills A - G6. Builds upon concepts in Art 17. Hands on, drawing, art history, non digital8. In class, individual work primarily
Art 4 AP (10-12) – Fulfills G - G
Performing Arts Pathways
Performing Arts
Oral Interpretation of Literature (9-12) – Fulfills F only
Drama 2 – Fulfills A - G
Music
Ventura and Buena High School courses – Fulfills F only
Welcome Math & Science OrientationFoothill Technology High School
Mrs. Darcy Duffy– ScienceMr. Anthony Villa – Mathematics
Overview
Possible Course Sequences• Mathematics• Science
Science Prerequisites Rigorous Expectations and Open Door Policy Mastery and Matriculation
Science/Engineering/Math Major Sequence
Route 1: Students intending to major in a mathematics based subject
To register for honors, must earn A in regular or A or B in honors both semesters
Algebra 19th Grade
Geometry9th Grade
Algebra 2 H10th Grade
Algebra 210th Grade
Algebra 211th Grade
Geometry10th Grade
Trig/Precalc H11th Grade
Trig/Precalc11th Grade
Trig/Precalc12th Grade
Calculus BC AP12th Grade
Calculus AB AP12th Grade
Geometry H10th Grade
Geometry H9th Grade
Algebra 2 H11th Grade
Trig/Precalc H12th Grade
Humanities/Art Major Mathematics Sequence
Route 1: Students intending to major in a non-mathematics or non-science based subject
To register for honors, must earn A in regular or A or B in honors both semesters
Geometry9th Grade
Algebra 210th Grade
Algebra 211th Grade
Algebra 19th Grade
Intermediate Algebra10th Grade
Trig/Precalc.11th Grade
Geometry
Calculus AB AP 12th Grade(OPTIONAL)
Minimum Math Requirement Sequence
Sequence meets both A-G and graduation requirements
Graduation Requirement: D- or higher in each semester A-G Requirement: C or higher each semester
Geometry9th Grade
Algebra 210th Grade
Algebra 211th Grade
Algebra 19th Grade
Intermediate Algebra10th Grade
Trig/Precalc.11th Grade
Note: Must take geometry to fulfill A-G
Science or Math Majors Science Sequence Route 1: Students intending to major in a
scientific discipline or enter the most prestigious universities.
Prerequisites are key.
Biology9th Grade
Chemistry Honors 10th Grade
HonorsPhysiology11th Grade
Physics AP12th Grade
Physics12th Grade
College Bound Science Sequence
For students not necessarily preparing for a science major, yet college bound.
Also includes a pathway for students needing more time to develop in math or science.
Biology9th Grade
Conceptual Physics10th Grade
Chemistry11th Grade
Physics 12th Grade
Honors Physiology12th Grade
Chemistry 10th Grade
HonorsPhysiology11th Grade
Physics11th Grade
Physiology H12th Grade
Bioscience Academy Route
Only for students participating in the Bioscience Academy
Bioethics(Optional)12th Grade
Biotechnology Lab
AND
Physics AP12th Grade
MedicalTechnology
AND
HonorsPhysiology 11th Grade
Bioscience Survey
AND
Chemistry Honors10th Grade
Biology9th Grade
Key Prerequisites for Science Majors Sequence
To register for Conceptual Physics: Earn a D or better in Biology
To register for Chemistry: Earn an A or B in Biology A or B in Algebra I or A – C in Geometry
To register for Chemistry Honors: Earn an A Biology – both semesters Earn an A or B in Geometry – both semesters Only students with very high A’s in Algebra 1 and an A in
Biology
To register for CP Physics: It is preferred that students be concurrently in Trig/Pre Calc or a
higher math course and they must have earned an A – C in Algebra 2.
If student is concurrently in Algebra 2, must have earned a B or higher in Geometry.
To register for AP Physics: Students must be concurrently enrolled in Trig/PreCalc or higher
course. Students should have earned A or B in Algebra 2 and have
excellent logic and analytic skills.
Rigorous Expectations and Open Door Policy
AP courses are open to all students Expectations are high and dictated by College
Board Preparation for Math/Science major is a rigorous
decision and large time commitment
Mastery and Matriculation
Mathematics course build on one another Science courses are more diverse and
specialized Both subjects require ability to deal with
abstract concepts and logic skills Mastery means an A or B earned in the
course for each semester Prerequisites should not be ignored – they
are there for the best interest of the student.
Sophomore Parent College Information Night
BREAKOUT SESSION: Community Service/Career Information Mrs. Kapala/Ms. Johnston
BONUS SESSION: Helping my student be successful.
Tonight’s handouts
Career Education Grade 10, 2011 Mini flyer for Teen Voice Project Support FTHS flyer Optional (purple flyer) Share your CAREER with
us! Get Ready for the CSU handout Are you signed up for Constant Contact? See
clip board being passed around.
Career Media Specialist, Community Service Coordinator
Career and Community service information is updated daily at the following web site: www.fthsmediacenter.wetpaint.com
Your child should have begun community service. We recommend 20 hr/year. (Total required hours = 75) Information and examples of completed forms are posted on the bulletin board outside the student store and in the media center. We also have a binder of examples.
Forms for community service are available in the Media center and online at www.fthsmediacenter.wetpaint.com
Some current opportunities that exist for your son or daughter include:
The Dudley House Museum, corner Ash wood and Loma Vista WHEN: Sunday, November 13th at a time to be arranged with helpers; you can tell us what time you'd like to start. WHAT: Setting up for our holiday boutique: mostly moving chairs, boxes and packing books. WE NEED A MINIMUM OF 2 PEOPLE, 4 WOULD BE EVEN BETTER. If we get 2 people, it would probably take 3-4 hours; if we get 4 to 6 people, you should be done in 2 hours. CALL LYNN at 641-3563. If she doesn't answer please leave your name and number.
DATA school club is looking for volunteers to participate in the Bike Path Mural project Date: Saturday, November 19th Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Where: Hwy 33 exit Casitas Vista – go under freeway, go left on bike path.Contact [email protected] for more info and/ or to sign up
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY is looking for help at their Pacific View Mall book sale. Date: Saturday, November 12 th Time: 8-4 p.m.Contact [email protected] or call 642-6084 for more info and/or to sign up
Excellent career information including assessments and surveys are available on our Career web site www.bridges.com Your student has already set up an account at this site. Each year I see your students for several periods to take them through career exploration. Also the www.fthsmediacenter.wetpaint.com has a variety of links to career exploration.
Current display in media center celebrates National Career Development Month and career factoids are appearing
throughout this month in the school bulletin.
Career Education Grade 10
Students will be shown new site features in our Bridges program. They
will expand their exploration of these sites. will review their grade nine portfolio. will look at other features on colleges and careers
During my presentation I will be addressing:o Value of higher education, lifelong learning, global
educationo What do higher education institutions look for o Examine one other career exploration tool such as
www.mycoolcareers.como If you have any questions, please contact me at
HELPING MY STUDENT BE SUCCESSFULL
Hope you will come back for the bonus session at the end of the rotations.
Tonight’Handouts
Career Education Grade 10, 2011 Mini handout Teen Voice project Support FTHS flyer Get Ready for the CSU glossy postcard
FTHS Parents (purple) pick up if interested
Did you sign up for Constant Contact? See clipboard being passed around