King City High School
8th Grade
Pre-Programming Presentation
Welcome!!!!!
Goals for the Evening
 Explain the pre-programming process and its
purpose.
 Provide an overview of our offered student courses.
 Introduce our faculty and support staff.
 Highlight available school resources and extracurricular activities.
King City High School
Counseling
• Appointments can be made at any time to see the counselor.
• Pre-programming will take place at your student’s current
middle school.
• Parents are encouraged to be present during the preprogramming session.
• If you do not fill out a pre-programming form, please make sure
to stop by the counseling office as soon as possible.
• Please review and discuss your student’s pre-programming
class options. Once the pre-programming form has been signed
and submitted we make a strong effort to obtain that schedule
for our students, thus making class changes after the fact
difficult and at times impossible.
Pre-Programming
Graduation Requirements
1)
Classes and Units
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Subject
Units
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English
40 = 8 Semesters
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Math
20 = 4 Semesters
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Life Science
10 = 2 Semesters
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Physical Science
10 = 2 Semesters
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Computer Literacy
10 = 2 Semesters
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World History
10 = 2 Semesters
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U.S. History
10 = 2 Semesters
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Economics
5 = 1 Semester
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Civics
5 = 1 Semester
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Electives
90 = 18 Semesters
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Visual and Performing Arts/Foreign Language
10 = 2 Semesters
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Physical Education
20 = 4 Semesters
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Total Units Required
240
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Note: Mathematics-must pass Algebra or equivalent course(s)
King City High School
English
 English Pre-AP
 Options for English freshman year are College Prep English
and Pre-AP English. Pre-AP English is for students who are
currently taking Honors English (8th grade), but we also
encourage any freshman who enjoys English/Language
Arts and wants to take the AP Pathway in high school to
start on that path with Pre-AP courses freshman year. One
of our English teachers will be coming into your English
class soon to give you more details about what you can
expect in Pre-AP. Taking the AP Path will allow you to earn
college credits in high school.
Sequence of English Courses
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
Pre-AP
Pre-AP
Advanced
Placement
Language and
Composition
Advanced
Placement
Literature and
Composition
College Prep
College Prep
College Prep
ERWC (Expository
Reading and
Writing)
ELD 1
ELD 2
ELD 3
ELD Support
ELD Support
ELD Support
ELD Support
Sequence of Math Courses
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
Math 1
Math 2
Math 3 and Pre
Calculus
AP Calculus
Math 1
Math 2
Common Core
Review
Math 1 Honors
Math 2 Honors
Math 3 Honors
Math 3 or
Financial
Algebra
AP Calculus
Math 1 A
Math 1 B
Math 2
Math 3 or
Financial
Algebra
Why
Science?
Gateway to
exciting
careers with
great pay
Why is Science important?
By 2018, our country will have 1.2 million
unfilled jobs in the science, technology,
engineer, and math (STEM) fields.
Highest Paying Careers
Lowest Paying College Majors
Doctor, Surgeon, Dentist $166,400
Sociology
$46,600
Engineer (avg. all types) $119,260
Art
$49,600
Computer Scientist
$115,780
Agriculture (avg. all) $52,000
Biomedical
$91,700
Theology
$52,200
Petroleum engineer
$103,000
Communications
$52,000
Liberal Arts
$60,500
(Starting salary!)
Growth in Science and related fields in the
next three years
Science at KCHS
Presently King City High School has the following
courses and club activities:
Earth Science
Biology
Pre-AP Biology
Chemistry
Physics
AP Environmental Science
AP Chemistry
Forensics
Introduction to Engineering
Introduction to Computer Science
STEM Club
KCHS Science Students having a great time
while learning!
Robotics competitions
Cyber Patriots
University visitations
Science fair
Student conferences
STEM Club activities
New! Projects at the Salinas Valley Fair
Sustainable landscaping, robot
demonstrations, assist Lego Master
Whale watching and beach clean up
Camping at national park
Physics day at Great America
And many more possibilities
Fun opportunities in the
Science Department
Hartnell Campus
Activities on
Physics Day
Hartnell
Workshops
and
internships
Field Trips
San Jose Tech Museum
Launch at
Vandenberg Air
Force Base
KCHS Class
Projects
Recent KCHS Science Graduates
are attending…
Stanford
Cal Berkeley
UCLA
Cal Poly
All CSU’s
BYU
University of Hawaii
West Point
And more!
Sequence of Science Courses
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
Pre-AP Biology/
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Any of the Science
Dept. electives
Earth Science
Biology
*Computer
Science or *Intro
to Engineering –
Available all 4
years
*AP
Environmental
Science – available
10th, 11th and 12th
grade
or
*Forensic Science
and *AP
Chemistry–
Available 11th and
12th grade
*indicates UC/CSU approved elective
any required
Science course
King City High School
Agriculture Department
Agriculture Classes offered for 9th
Grade Students
 Ag Biology
 UC Approved for Laboratory Science (D)
 Pre-AP Ag Biology Honors
 UC Approved for Laboratory Science (D)
 Ag Earth Science
 UC Approved for College-Preparatory Elective (G)
 Ag Mechanics 1
 UC Approved for College-Preparatory Elective (G)
Sequence of Computer Courses
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
Computer
Computer
Computer
Computer
Applications Applications Applications Science &
Intro
1
2
Software
Engineering
Introduction to
Computer Applications
• Comp App (or Computer Applications) is considered to
be a very important skill to possess in developed
countries. Employers want their workers to have
computer skills due to advancements in digital
technology.
• “Heck ya, you need it to graduate!”-Joshua Villegas
• Freshman Year
to
Senior Year
• The ability to use common programs such as
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel or
specialized programs, can mean that you have
advanced computer skills that other candidates
do not.
• Computer Applications is important because highlevel jobs today require these skills.
• Comp App is a required class
for graduating
• Therefore you will get to meet
Teachers such as . . . .
• “Without adequate computer
skills you will not be able to
succeed in the 21 century”Mr. Rianda
Mr. Rianda! What a nice guy!
• And you can’t forget chill
teachers such as . . .
• “Technology-enter the world
of learning.”-Mrs. Reed
Mrs. Reed!
What program will be used
To Teach You How To Type?
• MicroType of course!
• It will teach you to type efficiently
(if you do it right) with interactive
games and activities.
What Else?
• You will learn to properly use
Microsoft Word
• You will learn how to type letters
as well as format essays.
• You can use this skill not only for
the work force but for your other
classes!
What it all boils down to
• It is a required class, but it teaches
you valuable skills that will carry
over to not only your other classes
but when you apply for a job.
SO HAVE FUN WITH IT!!
Credits
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Edgar Bonilla
Joshua Villegas
Sergio Mendoza
Ruben Fernandez
David Fuentes
Special thanks to Mr.
Rianda and Mrs. Reed
shout out to our friends
and family for their
emotional support.
AP Human Geography
• It is the Only Advanced Placement (AP) class
offered to freshman
• The class gives an opportunity for 3 semester units of
college credit upon passing a test in May
• AP Human Geography is the only freshman class to give a
GPA grade bump
• A = 5 Points
• B = 4 Points
• C = 3 Points
• AP Human Geography is the beginning of a 4 year Social
Science AP program where students have the potential to
Earn 18 semester units
• Freshman Year – AP Human Geography – 3 Units
• Sophomore Year – AP European History – 3 Units
• Junior Year – AP United States History – 3 Units
• Senior Year – AP Micro Econ / Macro Econ / Government – 9
Units
King City High School
Freshman Seminar
Freshman Seminar
Course Description
 Freshman Seminar is a course designed to successfully
transition students from middle school to high school.
Students are not able to sign-up for this course, but will be
enrolled by our counselor, Mr. Martin, if he feels that your
child would benefit from it. This course gives students
strategies for effective time management, study skills, goal
setting skills, and organizational techniques that will aid
them on their path to graduation. Students will also
conduct career research and college research to facilitate
their career plan.
King City High School
Link Crew
Link Crew
Course Description
 Link Crew is a peer mentoring program that we offer
at KCHS. Every freshman will be paired with Junior
and Senior Link Crew Leaders who have been trained
to help your child adapt to high school and achieve
success. Your child will meet their Link Crew Leader
on Link Crew Orientation Day in August—which is
very different from our Freshmen Orientation—this
day will be a TON of fun. Your child should expect to
receive an invitation to this event towards the end of
summer.
Link Crew Orientation 2014
King City High School ASB Clubs
(Associated Student Body)
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ART/Photography Club
AVID
Band
Bon Voyage (Travelers Club-Visit the
World!)
Chess-Check Mate!
Choir-Singing in the Rain
Class Clubs (Freshman, Sophomore,
Junior, and Senior)
CSF (The California Scholarship
Federation) emphasizes high standards
of scholarship and community service
for California high school students.
Founded in 1921, the California
Scholarship Federation is the oldest
Scholarship institution in the State of
California.
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Culinary Appreciation (Let's Eat!)
Drama/Thespians (Where art thou,
Romeo?)
FFA (Future Farmers Association)
Journalism-Let Your Voice Be Heard
LGBTQ ((lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transgender, questioning)
Skills USA (LifeSkills-Get Ahead Before
the Rest)
STEM (Science, Technology,
Engineering, Math, and Robotics)
Volleyball Club-GAME ON!
Yearbook-Make Memories!
ZORB Soccer-It just sounds fun!
King City High School Athletics
 King City High School Athletic Program Philosophy
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Athletic activities are:
Vital to the positive social, physical, and educational development of students.
An integral part of a comprehensive high school program.
A privilege to be enjoyed by those students who demonstrate the qualities of good citizenship and sound academic
performance.
Athletic activities are in place to:
Help the individual student develop a healthy self-concept and a healthy body.
Encourage leadership, use of initiative and good judgment.
Develop habits and interests which will enable participants to use their leisure time in the best interest of themselves
and their community.
Have our student athletes experience the joy and satisfaction which comes from winning on the field, but not at the
expense of character development, good sportsmanship, physical well-being, positive self-esteem, and personal
academic success.
Most sports have off-season/year-round conditioning
and skill development opportunities. Contact Coach
or Athletic Director for dates and times.
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FALL SEASON: Begins August 15th
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Cross Country
Varsity Boys & Girls/Junior Varsity Boys & Girls
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 WINTER SEASON: Begins November 3rd
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Football
Basketball
Varsity/Junior Varsity
Varsity Boys & Girls/Junior Varsity Boys & Girls/Freshman Boys
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Volleyball
Varsity/Junior Varsity
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Cheerleading
Soccer
Varsity Boys & Girls/Junior Varsity Boys & Girls
Varsity/Junior Varsity
SPRING SEASON: Begins February 2nd
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Wrestling
Varsity Boys & Girls/Junior Varsity Boys & Girls
Baseball
Varsity Boys & Girls/Junior Varsity Boys & Girls
Golf
Varsity Boys & Girls/Junior Varsity Boys & Girls
Softball
Varsity Boys & Girls/Junior Varsity Boys & Girls
Swimming
Varsity Boys & Girls/Junior Varsity Boys & Girls
Track & Field
Varsity Boys & Girls/Junior Varsity Boys & Girls
 After School Tutoring / Tutoría después de clases
 Family Involvement Coordinator / Coordinador de
participación familiar
 Academic Advising / Asesoría Académica
 University Fieldtrips / Viajes a Universidades
 Summer Programs / Programas de verano
 Hector F. Mandujano
 831- 227-1044
 hmanduja@ucsc.edu
Additional Support
Thank you for coming
We look forward
to seeing you
next year!!!