Class of 2019 Honors Program
Information
Presented by
Diana Miler
Counselor
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Debborah Stocks
Guidance Specialist
Characteristics of an Honors Student
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Self-motivated and self-disciplined
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Independent thinker and worker
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Excellent attendance
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Excellent time management skills
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Able to multi-task
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Meets assignment deadlines
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Produces quality work
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Demonstrates strong reading and writing skills
Mathematics Placement
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Algebra and Accelerated Geometry placement
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Placement exam given at the middle schools
Additional placement test in May at MHS
-see handout at general presentation for dates/times
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Private Schools
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June exam- date to be determined
Exam date and location available mid May
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www.marinavikings.org/guidance, class of 2019 information
contact the district office
Accel. Geo. Alg. 2/Trig. Pre-calculus H. AP Calc. B/C
Algebra 2/T
Pre-calculus H. AP Calc. B/C AP Stat
Honors Placement
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English Honors 1
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10.0 on Gates/McGinitie
8th grade English teacher recommendation
A in 8th grade reg. English or B in Honors English
9th- CP English Honors 1
11th- AP English 3
10th- CP English Honors 2
12th- AP English 4
Honors Placement
Accelerated Biology
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10.0 on Gates/McGinitie
Accelerated Geometry placement or higher
B or better in 8th grade science coursework
Successful completion qualifies for AP Chemistry in 10th
10th-AP Chemistry
11th-AP Biology or AP Physics(if enrolled
in AP Calc.)
12th- Any other AP/non-AP science
Honors Placement
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World Geography Honors
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11.0 on Gates/McGinite
GATE qualified in 8th gr. with 3.5 gpa min.
Honors level US History in 8th gr. with “B” or better
OR Pass entry exam
9th-World Geo. Honors
11th-AP U.S. History
10th-AP World History
12th-AP Gov’t/AP Economics
Additional AP/Honors Courses
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World Language: AP Japanese 4 and AP
Spanish 4 and AP Spanish 5
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Other AP Courses: AP Computer Science, AP
Psychology, AP Studio Art, AP Art History,
AP Music Theory, Advanced Music Honors
for Choir, Band and Orchestra,
Petition Process
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Parent considerations before petitioning:
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Student readiness, student motivation and true capabilities
Petition
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Placement is not guaranteed
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Based on seat availability
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One semester commitment, regardless of student grade
performance
Health Requirement
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One semester course
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Traditional Pathway – 9th Grade
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Health/Elective
Impacted Schedules
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Reviewed in Fall
Schedule options for delayed health
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Summer options after 9th, 10th, or 11th
Included in schedule during Junior/Senior year
Adult School, after school, during school year of 12th
Counselor: Diana Miler
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Academic and College/Career Planning
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Development of education plans
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Classroom presentations introducing students to postsecondary options
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Parent/Student College Information Nights
Focus Points for College Admissions
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Subject Requirements
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GPA
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SAT/ACT exam scores
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Additional considerations:
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Extra-curricular activities
On campus involvement and contributions
Community Service
Leadership
CSU/UC Admissions: a-g Subject Requirements
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A. History/Social Science- 2 yrs.
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B. English- 4 years college-prep
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C. Math- 3 yrs (Algebra 2 minimum)
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D. Science- 2 yrs Lab (Biology, Chemistry or Physics)
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E. World Language- 2 yrs.
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F. Visual/Performing Art- 1 year
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G. College Prep Elective- 1 year
https://doorways.ucop.edu/list/
College Preparation
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Course Selection:
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Capabilities
Readiness
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Academic Performance
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Get Involved: Extracurricular activities,
community service, clubs, athletics.
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Quality not Quantity
Think in terms of personal development
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Consistency and growth
Development of leadership skills
Why take AP and Honors Level Courses?
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Shows rigor and challenge.
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Shows student commitment to education.
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Demonstrates maturity and college
readiness.
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Quantity is not a substitute for
performance
Counselor Presentations
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4-year Educational Plans
-Initial plan done in November/December in
English class during 9th grade year
-Revision done in February of 10th grade year
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9th and 10th Getting Ready for College and
High School Basics Night
- November, date TBA
HBUHSD Recognition Programs
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Scholar with Distinction
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Scholar with Honors
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Approved college prep courses
Scholar with Expertise
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Includes honors and advanced placement curriculum
Completion of coursework in one or more areas of focus
Recognition at graduation and notated on official transcript
Seal of Biliteracy
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For graduating seniors who have shown
proficiency in English as another language or
proficiency in a language other than English
The recognition is for a language that is
offered as a course with HBUHSD
Student will receive a seal that will be affixed
to a recipient’s diploma, will be awarded a
chord at graduation and will be noted on the
student’s transcript.
Graduation Recognition
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Summa cum laude
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Overall GPA 4.40 and above
Magna cum laude
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Overall GPA 4.00 – 4.39
Additional tips
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Be prepared for the transition
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E-mail communication is preferred for an efficient and timely response
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More rigorous curriculum
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Change in environment and campus size
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More tasks and activities to juggle
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Increased expectation and focus on independent workers and thinkers
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Take advantage of the opportunities and enjoy your high school
experience
Website Addresses and Links
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Marina Vikings: www.marinavikings.org
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Guidance:
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www.marinaguidance.weebly.com
www.marinavikings.org/guidance
College and Career
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http://marinavikings.org/google-sites/mhs-career-center/
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