Moreno Valley High School Senior Information Night for the Class of 2020

1. Moreno Valley High School Senior Information Night for the Class of2020

2. Agenda • Welcome Message: Ms. Brown (Principal) • Introduce Counseling Staff/ASB Director: Mrs. Nava (Assistant Principal) • ASB Information (Mrs. Gil De Montes) • College Applications • Selecting a Colleges • SAT/ACT • Community Colleges • Financial Aid • Military • Important Deadlines

3. Counseling Department Office Hours: 7am – 3:30pm (951) 571-4820 Guidance Administrator: Mrs. Lizette Nava Guidance Secretary: Mrs. Daniela Vazquez School Registrar: Ms. Tami James Counseling Staff Clerk III: Mrs. Analilia Martinez Clerk I: Ms. Karen Moreno Career Center Guidance Assistant: Ms. Yvonne Arzate

4. Counselor Mrs. Cruz-Garcia 12th grade AVID & 10th – 12th Grade Last Names Me - Q Ext. 33034 Counselor of the Day Mondays

5. Counselor Mr. Pepe 9th – 11th grade AVID Ext.33033 Counselor of the Day Tuesdays

6. Counselor Mrs. Nguyen 10th – 12th grade Last Names R-Z Career Technical Education Ext. 33036 Counselor of the Day Wednesdays

7. Counselor Mrs. Garcia 10th – 12th grade Last Names F-Mc Middle College Ext. 33037 Counselor of the Day Thursday

8. Counselor Mr. Erazo 10th grade Last Names A-E & ELD 1, 2, 3 (SEL) Social Emotional Learning Ext. 33054 Counselor of the Day Fridays

9. Counselor Mrs. Jones-Rivera 11th – 12th Grade Last Names A-E SEL (Social Emotional Learning) Ext. 33030

10. Counselor Mr. Singer 9th Grade (Not in AVID or ELD 1, 2, 3) BARR Ext.33035

11. Senior Calendar of Events FSA ID Workshops: September 23-26, 2019 October 1, 2019: FAFSA for 2019-20 Opens Up SAT Testing Dates in 2019: October 16 & November 2 School-wide SAT Day: October 16th Winter Formal: January 25th (Community Center) Prom: April 25th (Queen Mary) AP Testing Dates: May 4-15 Senior Athletic Banquet: June 1st Senior Awards: June 3rd Graduation: June 11th (5 tickets for all graduates + 2 extra for FAFSA Completion)

12. ASB Director Mrs. Gil de Montes ctgildemontes@mvusd.net FOR UPDATES & INFORMATION FOLLOW US @moval_asb On instagram, snapchat & twitter

13. 2020 OUR MOST EXCITING YEAR YET! • FIRST EVER SENIOR WEEK! May 30-June7 • Knott’s • Medieval Times • Skate Night • Senior Sunset • Grad Nite @ Disneyland • Prom @ the Queen Mary on April 25th

14. Senior Week Packages • Senior Week Activities are not sold individually • Payment Plans are available • Students may purchase at the student store during lunch • Two Packages Available 1.Senior Week Package • Includes Grad Nite • Available until Oct. 31 2. Senior Activity Package • No Grad Nite • Available until sold out

15. Caps & Gowns • Are purchased directly from Jostens • Your student should have information from Josten’s today Josten’s Parent Night: Thursday, September 19th at 5 pm in the Lecture Hall Josten’s on campus for purchases: October 1, November 5, January 28 • Final cap and gown orders are January 28th

16. Graduation and A-G Requirements

17. Graduation/A-G Requirements UC/CSU (Must Pass with C or Better) 4 Years of College Prep English 3 Years of Math(4 Recommended) 2 Years of Lab Sciences(1 Year of Physical, Life, 3 Recommended) 2 Years of Social Science 1 Year of Approved Visual/Performing Art 2 Years of Foreign Language(3 Recommended) 1 Year of College Prep Elective MVUSD Grad Requirements 4 Years of English 3 Years of Math(IM 1/Alg 1 required, 4th year is highly recommended of all students) 2.5 Years of Science 3 Years of Social Science 1 Year Total of Visual/Performing Art or Foreign Language 2 Years of PE 70 Elective Credits

18. Moreno Valley High School 2019-2020 Senior Graduation/A-G Check If they are on track for graduation and A-G If they are behind Credits beyond school hours needed Algebra proficiency met Alt Ed placement recommendation Please make an appointment! What can I find on my student's document? Status as of end of Junior year in regards to graduation and A-G requirements Total Credits Earned Credit Balance

19. Counselor Requirement Check

20. College Applications • California State University (CSU): application period October 1st - November 30th Apply via www.californiacolleges.edu students already have an account • University of California (UC): application period November 1st – 30th Apply via www.universityofcalifornia.edu • Private Universities:applications period varies Apply via: www.commonapp.org 700 member colleges and universities in 48 states and the District of Columbia, as well as in Canada, China, and many European countries. Students eligible for a 4 year have been informed and we have been working with them since 10th grade. • Community College: application period open Apply via www.californiacolleges.edu students already have an account

21. Selecting a College? • Type of Careers offered • Type of institution • Geographic Location (distance from home) • Size of institution • Selectivity of institution • Cost • Diversity • Extracurricular activities • Housing and Facilities • Retention and Graduation Rates • Specialized Programs

22. SAT Information • The SAT consists of a 1600-point scale, with the Math and Reading sections scored between 200 and 800, and the optional essay evaluated separately. • An optional essay, fewer multiple choice questions, and no penalty for wrong answers are just some of the features. • The scoring model will provide enriched score reports to help you understand your individual strengths and areas for improvement. • Free SAT Practice on Khan Academy (satpractice.org) • Test scores must be sent to colleges directly from College Board and/ ACT • Many schools will not accept scores that are placed on transcripts

23. TEST DATES SAT ACT • October 5th , 2019 (Registration deadline Sept. 6th) • October 16th , 2019 (School Day) • November 2nd , 2019 (Registration deadline Oct. 3th ) • December 7, 2019(Registration deadline Nov. 8th) • October 26th , 2019 (Registration deadline Sept. 20th ) • December 14th , 2019 (Registration deadline Nov. 8th )

24. Community Colleges • All Seniors will apply to Moreno Valley College on Friday Oct 4th • Staff from MVC will come and assist seniors in English classes. • SAT/ACT not needed to enroll

25. Financial AidFAFSA/Dream Act Application time October 1st – March 2nd FAFSA Dream Act 1. Student has a SS# 1.Student has NO SS# 2. Create FSA ID 2. No FSA ID (student & one parent) 3. 2018 Income Tax 3. 2018 Income Tax 4. W2 forms 4. W2 forms Students who complete FAFSA/Dream Act Application get 2 extra tickets for graduation.

26. Federal student aid includes: • Grants—financial aid that doesn’t have to be repaid (unless, for example, you withdraw from school and owe a refund) • Loans— borrowed money for college or career school; you must repay your loans, with interest • Work-Study—a work program through which you earn money to help you pay for school • Scholarships

27. Other Sources of Financial Aid www.fastweb.com www.finaid.org www.collegequest.com www.mach25.com www.collegeboard.org www.csac.ca.gov www.petersons.com www.gocollege.com www.studentscholarships.orgwww.cash4college.org www.icanaffordcollege.com

28. Race to Submit: FAFSA • Why is the FAFSA important to complete? FREE MONEY FOR COLLEGE/CAREER TECH SCHOOLS & MILITARY Opportunities! REQUIREMENT TO APPLY FOR STUDENT LOANS • Who should complete? ALL GRADUATING SENIORS!! • When’s the deadline? MARCH 2ND We will be holding a student/parent FAFSA Workshop on Saturday, October 19th from 8:00AM-12:00PM (Please bring your IRS tax information for assistance

29. Military • The Military is comprised of 12 Service branches: five Active Duty and seven part-time duty. Part-time duty consists of five Reserve and two Guard branches. Each branch varies greatly in service commitment, location and how its members contribute to the overall mission of protecting our country, though all branches are on the same rank-based pay scale. Knowing the differences between the Services will help you choose which branch fits you best. • Army • Air Force • Navy • Marine Corps • Coast Guard

30. Important DEADLINES • Oct 1st Application open for FAFSA and Dream Act • Oct 1st Application open for Cal State and Community College • Nov 1st Application open for UC and start creating Parchment Account • Nov 30th Deadline for College Applications **(goal for all students to submit college and financial aid application) • Jan 15th Send transcripts through parchment to Cal States (if requested) • March 2nd Last day to file FAFSA and Dream Act • May 1st Student Intent to Register (Deposit Varies). Last day to select the college you will attend. • July 1st Deadline to send Official Transcripts to the college you will attend via Parchment

31. Events to Talk to College Reps • UCAN Conference Wednesday, September 18th , 2019 Moreno Valley High School GYM 3 - 8PM • Latino College EXPO Saturday, October 19th ,2019 The Village at Indian Hills 1460 E. Holt Ave. Pomona CA 10AM -3PM

32. Moreno Valley High School staff is proud to work with: THE CLASS OF 2020!!