11 th Grade Advisement Class of 2013

1. 11th Grade AdvisementClass of 2013 Parent Night March 1st 7:00-8:00 Counselor Webpage: http://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/counseling/index.html

2. Required Senior Classes English AP English Language Composition Senior English ELD History/Required Elective Civics/Economics 1 semester of each subject Includes 15 hours of community service to be completed by the end of the 1st semester (start now) Graduation requirements Take enough additional classes in order to meet ALL graduation requirements.

3. Additional Senior Class Options Math (3 years required) Algebra 1 and two additional years of math Science (2 years required) One year of physical science One year of life science Additional Electives Up to 4 depending on over all schedule Continue to take College Prep Electives 5/6/7 Periods 6 classes are required, some student opt for 7 classes but this is not guaranteed unless it is required for graduation. Seniors can take 5 classes provided they are on track for graduation and they are either attending DVC or they have a job. Extra Curricular Activities Continue to participate Look for summer opportunities: job, internship, or volunteer opportunities.

5. Transcript Course Tags: • * Non Academic (Ex. PE 9) • + Honors (Ex. Honor Chemistry and/or AP English) • P College Prep (Ex. English 9) • r Repeated (Rarely used) Weighted Non-Wgtd. Acad. GPA (9-12) 3.6957 3.4783 Acad. GPA (10-12) 3.65623.3438 Total GPA (9-12) 3.72003.5200 Credit Attempted 150 Credits Completed 150 Class Size 311 Class Rank: 58 10-12 Rank: 78 CAHSEE ELA: Passed Math: Passed

6. Credit Summary Subject Area Credit Req'd. Compl. Needed Modern World 10.00 10.00 - US History 10.00 5.00 5.00 Civics 5.00 - 5.00 Econ 5.00 - 5.00 English 9 10.00 10.00 - English 10 10.00 10.00 - English 11 10.00 5.00 5.00 English 12 10.00 - 10.00 Math 20.00 15.00 5.00 Science Life 10.00 10.00 - Science Physical 10.00 5.00 5.00 Fine/Arts/Language 10.00 10.00 - PE 20.00 20.00 - Health - - - Computer Application - - - Life Long Learning - - - Algebra 1 10.00 10.00 - Electives 80.00 40.00 40.00 *Total* 230.00 150.00 80.00 Algebra 1 Requirement Met

7. College Entrance Tests ACT with Writing Take Spring Junior year Retake Fall Senior year if needed Test Sections: English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing Measures “What you know” SAT Take Spring Junior year Retake Fall Senior year if needed Test Sections: Critical Reading, Math, Writing Measures “How you know it” SAT Subject tests Starting with the Fall class of 2012 the UC’s will no longer be requiring SAT subject tests. However, depending on your major/school they may recommend subject tests Many private colleges require/recommend SAT subject tests If student needs them, take Spring Junior year Retake Fall Senior year if needed Offered in a variety of subject areas: History, Literature, Mathematics (Level 2 only), Science or Language Other Than English.

8. College Search Continue to research this year AHS counselor website: http://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/counseling/index.html By the end of Junior year students should have a List of 3-4 Dream/Reach, 3-4 Good/Probable, 3-4 Safe/Acceptable Schools Students should narrow their choices by the fall of their senior year to the 8-12 schools that they will be applying to which cover dream/good/safe schools. Continue to Visit Campuses In session Take tours Talk to students on campus Schedule interviews with admissions counselors for those schools you are serious about Visit college fairs In April, St. Mary’s College offers one of the Bay Area’s biggest college fairs. Look for the right “fit” Size Location Type and price Major Activities available Your academic match (GPA, test scores, course pattern, etc)

9. College Preparation Attend AHS College Night/Financial Aid Night Do not rule out any colleges at this time because of money. Start searching for scholarships Check out the weekly AHS Scholarship Bulletin on the counseling page http://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/counseling/scholarship.bulletin.htm Get a Social Security Card You will need it for college and financial aid applications Applications Applications open October 1st CSU’s/November 1st UC’s/Private schools vary UC/CSU applications are due November 30th/Private school deadlines vary. Personal statements UC’s/Private Schools require, it is not to early to get started Letters of Recommendation Private schools require, now is the time to start thinking about who you want to write them. You counselor is often required to write a letter, in order for us to do this you will need to complete a “Brag Sheet”. You can pick one up from the counseling office.

10. Prospective College Athletes Check out Counselor Student Athlete Websitehttp://px.martinez.k12.ca.us/ahs-counseling/athletes.htm 4 year plan Check out NCAA Web site www.ncaa.org or www.ncaaclearinghouse.net Print the “Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete.” Register at the end of your junior year NCAA Core course requirements (Important: The requirements are changing) Div 1: 16 core course are still required, but starting August 2015 there are new academic rules Div 2: Starting August 2013 16 core courses not 14 will be required Students should check the NCAA site for the specifics Other Options National Association of Intercollegiate Athleticswww.naia.org National Christian College Athletic Association www.thenccaa.org National Junior College Athletic Association www.njcaa.org Start athletic resume/video of skills. Talk with coach about your potential. Contact coaches at prospective colleges. Participate in tournaments/events where potential college scouts may be. Continue college search, make lists of abilities, preferences, personal qualities.

11. Online Scheduling for School Year 2012-2013March 12th to March 23rd You will need: A Copy of your transcript Web Address: AHS Home Page: http://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/counseling/index.html Student User Name: (Used to log on to school computers) Student/Password: (Used to log on to school computers) Course Catalog for 2012-2013 which is only available online Grade level course planning guide It is recommended to complete the 4-year course planning guide Parent/Guardian for Advice/Review Changes To Locked Classes AP Classes: Sign up as an additional class. We will remove the non-AP class from your schedule once the recommendation has been confirmed Alternate Electives: Be sure to provide alternate choices for each elective class. If you do not we will. Problems? Come to the Counseling Office or the Writing Center for help before the March 23rd deadline. Computers are available for student use at the Writing Center and the Library Media Center during school hours and immediately after school each day.

12. Websites of interest AHS Counseling Web page http://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/counseling/index.html AHS Webstore http://alhambrahs.revtrak.net/tek9.asp Career Interest Inventory http://www.cacareerzone.org/index.html College Search/SAT/AP Exam Prep www.collegeboard.com ACT www.actstudent.org CollegeWeekLive CollegeWeekLive are free, online events designed to connect prospective students with colleges and universities in a live, interactive environment. Go to http://www.collegeweeklive.com/ for more information or to register for free. Financial Aid AHS Scholarship Bulletinhttp://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/counseling/scholarship.bulletin.htmFast Web: www.fastweb.com FAFSA: www.fafsa.ed.gov. Cal Grant: www.calgrants.org CSS/Financial Aid Profile:www.collegeboard.com