People who can help you!
Mrs. Jackie Valdez (A-K)
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3113
jackie.valdez@claytonvalley.org
Mr. Steve Nares (L-Z)
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3127
steve.nares@claytonvalley.org
People who can help you!
Cindy Edwards
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3141
cindy.edwards@claytonvalley.org
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Scholarships
PSAT/SAT/ACT Information
Naviance Career & College
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 Available during school hours
People who can help you!
Mr. Dave Linzey
(925) 682-7474
Dave.Linzey@claytonvalley.org
People who can help you!
Mr. Miguel Romo-Student Services
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3103
miguel.romo@claytonvalley.org
Mr. Neil McChestney-Admin. Services
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3106
neil.mcchestney@claytonvalley.org
People who can help you!
Mr. Dylan Perreira-Curriculum
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3142
dylan.perreira@claytonvalley.org
Mrs. Pat Middendorf -Operations
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3102
pat.middendorf@claytonvalley.org
People who can help you!
Dr. Patrick Gaffney-Discipline
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3142
patrick.gaffney@claytonvalley.org
Mr.Greg Fister-Dean of Students
(925) 682-7474 ext. 4728
greg.fister@claytonvalley.org
People who can help you!
Mrs. Maribel Herrera-Guidance Tech.
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3139
maribel.herrera@claytonvalley.org
Mrs. Helen Bendoyro-Registrar
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3109
helen.bendoyro@claytonvalley.org
People who can help you!
Ms.Katelyn James
(925) 682-7474 ext. 3138
katelyn.james@claytonvalley.org
Mrs. Laurie Arbour
(925) 682-7474Ext. 3179
laurie.arbour@claytonvalley.org
People who can help you!
Mrs. Amber Lineweaver
(925) 682-7474 ext.3116
amber.lineweaver@claytonvalley.org
Mrs. Christine Reimer
(925) 682-7474 ext.2659
christine.reimer@claytonvalley.org
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– During brunch
– During lunch
– After school
*Please wait in the student
lounge for your name to be
called out.
 Write First/Last Name
 Reason you need 2
be seen
Students are welcome to
email their Academic
Counselors, or leave
phone messages as well.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate from
students must:
1. Complete 230 semester credits in the specific
subject areas. (Each semester class is worth 5 credits and
students are enrolled in 30 credits of coursework each semester).
Pass and complete Algebra I
3. Pass the CA High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)
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English portion (passing score 350+)
 Math portion (passing score 350+)
*Students will take the CAHSEE for the first time in the
Spring of their 10th grade year.
 English
40 credits
 World History (10th)
10 credits
 U. S. History (11th)
10 credits
 Government (12th)
05 credits
 Economics (12th)
05 credits
 Life & Physical Science
30 credits
 Mathematics
30 credits
 Physical Education
20 credits
 Foreign Language
10 credits
 Fine Arts
10 credits
 Electives
60 credits
--------------------------------------------------------Total
230 credits
 CAHSEE Exam (Math/English)
 Communicate w/your teachers!!!
 Attend their tutoring times
(before school, lunch or after school)
Thursdays Tutoring!!! (2:21-3pm)
Study! (Friend/Group/Library)
Actively check your online status on
power school !
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Next Year!!!
Become Part of CVCHS
 Be ACTIVE on campus
– Clubs
– Athletics
– Programs
 Band, Choir, Drama
 Leadership, Link Crew (11th/12th )
 Peer Tutor
– Community Service
– Meet new people
– Make it home
Why Study Beyond
High School?
…
 Meet new people
 Study abroad/explore new places
 Learn about interesting career fields/options
 Advancement/Salary Increase/Stability
 Learn about cutting edge research
 Grow and Discover
 Become more Independent!!!!!
Naviance
 Four year plans
Courses you will take 9th-12th
Interest inventory/career assessments
Life After high School (options)
College admissions information
Be better prepared
Track your high school progress
College Search
Rigor of course study
www.whodouwant2b.com
 Regional Occupational Centers and Programs
(CET)
 Apprenticeships
 Private Vocational/Technical Schools
 The U.S. Military
 Americorps
 California Conservation Corps
 Job Corps
 Community College
 Four-Year University
 Private Schools
University of California
Campuses
CSU Campuses
Independent Colleges
(Private Schools)
Academy of Art University, San Francisco
Alliant International University, San Diego
Allied American University, Laguna Hills (Online)
American Heritage University of Southern California, San Bernardino, California
American Jewish University, Los Angeles
American Sports University, San Bernardino
Anaheim University, Anaheim (Online)
Antioch University, Culver City
Apollos University, Huntington Beach (Online)
Argosy University, Alameda
Art Center College of Design, Pasadena
The Art Institute of California - San Francisco, San Francisco
Azusa Pacific University, Azusa
Berean Bible College, Poway
Biola University, La Mirada
Brandman University, Irvine
Brooks Institute, Santa Barbara
California Baptist University, Riverside
California Coast University, Santa Ana
California College of the Arts, San Francisco
California College San Diego (CCSD), San Diego
California Desert Trial Academy College of Law, Indio[1]
California Institute of the Arts, Valencia
California Institutef Integral Studies, San Francisco
California Institute of Technology, Pasadena
California InterContinental University, Diamond Bar (Online)
International Technological University, San Jose, California
California Lutheran University, Thousand Oaks
California Miramar University (formerly Pacific Western University), San Diego
California National University, Northridge
California Pacific University, Escondido
California South Bay University, Sunnyvale
California Southern Law School, Riverside
California Southern University, Santa Ana (online)
California Takshila University, Santa Clara
California University of Management and Technology, San Jose
California University of Management and Sciences, Anaheim[2]
Capital Bible College, Sacramento
CapStone University, Pasadena (online)
Carnegie Mellon Silicon Valley Campus, Mountain View
Chapman University, Orange
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, Los Angeles
Claremont Colleges, Claremont
Claremont McKenna College
Harvey Mudd College
Pitzer College
Pomona College
Scripps College
Claremont Graduate University
Keck Graduate Institute of Applied Life Sciences
Cogswell College, Sunnyvale
Columbia College Hollywood, Tarzana
Concordia University Irvine, Irvine
Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, St. Helena
Dominican University of California, San Rafael
Design Institute of San Diego[3]
Epic Bible College (formerly Trinity Life Bible College), Sacramento
Fresno Pacific University, Fresno
Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena
Golden Gate University, San Francisco
Herguan University, Sunnyvale
Holy Names University, Oakland
Hope International University, Fullerton
Hult International Business School, San Francisco
Humphreys College, Stockton
ICDC College, Culver City
Imago Dei College, Oak Glen
John F. Kennedy University, Pleasant Hill
John Paul the Great Catholic University, San Diego
Laguna College of Art and Design, Laguna Beach
La Sierra University, Riverside
Life Pacific College, San Dimas
Lincoln University, Oakland
Loma Linda University, Loma Linda
UC/CSU College Entrance Requirements
A- G Requirements
COURSES
Minimum Requirements of College Preparatory classes
A. History/Social
Science
2 years: World History, U.S. History/Government
B. English
4 years: College Prep English
C. Math
3 Years of college prep math. 4 years is highly
recommended. Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra II
D. Laboratory Science
2 years of lab science. 3 years of lab science is
recommended: Biology, Chemistry, Physics
E. Language other than
English
2 years same language*; 3 years is recommended.
* Students with competency in a language other than English may
qualify for an exemption.
F.Visual/Performing Arts 1 year of college prep course from Art, Music, or Theater.
G. College Preparatory
Elective
1 year of college prep electives
Test Requirements
SAT or ACT
High School Requirements
College Entrance Requirements
Grades (C’s or higher)
 Repeat policy
Math (Algebra II or higher)
Foreign Language (at least two years of
the same language)
Visual Performing Arts (Fine Arts)- 1 year!
Tests- SAT/ ACT
 Become College Ready!!!!!
PSAT
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Preliminary SAT (Practice)
Will prepare you for the SAT
Register next year! (10th/11th)
Test Administered month of October ONLY
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WHAT IS CAREER AND/OR
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 Career and technical education prepares both
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 These careers may require varying levels of
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Vocational/Trade Schools
Nearly one-third of the fastest growing occupations will require an
associate degree or a postsecondary vocational certificate.
Military of the United States
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Are you READY!!!!!!!
 Get involved
– Activities, clubs, sports, community
 Get Good Grades
 Be proactive
– tutoring, talk to teachers, come to school and
ask for HELP!
 Explore college/major/career searches
– www.californiacolleges.edu
 Dream BIG and Plan for tomorrow