Welcome to
Public Service Community
School
Student Orientation
Monday, June 8, 2015
Mission & Vision
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Mission Statement
 PSCS will graduate students with the skills, attitude, and
knowledge required to be responsible and respectful members
of society.
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Vision Statement
 PSCS students will demonstrate school-wide academic and
social expectations:
 Critical Thinking
 Problem Solving
 Leadership
 Citizenship
Careers in Public Service…
Faculty and Staff
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Mr. Cuevas - Principal
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Mrs. Perez - Office Technician
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Mrs. Habet – Counselor
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Dr. Burman - Counselor
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Mrs. Holden - Part-time Counselor
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Mrs. Sanchez – Parent Rep
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Ms. Cisneros – TSP / Tech Coordinator
Faculty and Staff
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Ms. Funk– Art
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Mr. Turner – PE
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Mrs. Caprio – ELD
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Mrs. Ruiz - Science
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Mr. Reinozo – English
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Mr. Wallach-Science
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Ms. Moore – English
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Mrs. Hatfield – Social Science
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Mr. Harry – English
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Mrs. Schwarz - Social Science
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Ms. Cluff – English
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Ms. Griffin – Social Science
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Ms. Covarrubias – Math
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Mr. Salinas – Social Science
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Mr. Flores – Math
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Ms. Ramirez – Spanish
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Ms. Jones - Math
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Mrs. Grab – Education Specialist
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Ms. Owens – Education Specialist
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Mr. Banda – Education Specialist
This Week…
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Monday:
 Student Orientation
 Campus Tours
 Counselor Workshop
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Tuesday
 Placement Tests
 Fun Activities
 Pizza Party
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Wednesday
 School-wide strategy
Workshops
 Amazing Race Game
 Pizza Party
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Objective:
 Given presentations,
activities and
workshops, students
will become familiar
with Public School
Community School
faculty & staff,
instructional
strategies, classes,
and expectations.
Student Expectations
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will demonstrate respect and
responsibility at Public Service
Community School by:
 Using appropriate language
 Taking responsibility for my actions
 Wearing my uniform proudly
 Using electronics as instructional tools
 Arriving to school and classes on time daily
 Keeping my campus clean
Student Expectations
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In my classroom I will:
 Be prepared every day
 Stay until class is dismissed
 Actively participate in all activities
 Be courteous and respectful to all adults and
fellow classmates
Student Expectations
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I demonstrate leadership and
motivated by:
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Being proactive and not reactive
 Being a positive role model
 Participating in PSCS activities
Diego Rivera Learning Complex
Campus Wide Expectations
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Keep campus safe
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Keep campus clean
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Stop Bullying: Speak Up
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Report suspicious and inappropriate activity
Attendance
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All students are expected to come to school and
be on time on a daily basis
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Front Gate opens at 7:30 am
 Breakfast begins at 7:30
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Excessive absences will require parent and
school intervention
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An absence means a call home
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We expect 96% attendance!
Bell Schedule
Dress Code
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Shirts: Navy Blue Polo
or Sky Blue Oxford
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Black Pants or Shorts
Shorts MUST come
to knees
Available with PSCS logo:
 Polo Shirt
 Oxford Shirt
 T-Shirt
 Sweatshirt
 Hooded Sweatshirt
Dress Code
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Hats are allowed as long as they are HUSKIE
Hats!!
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If you are not wearing a Huskie Hat you must
take it off.
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You are not allowed to wear hats in class.
Students May Not Wear
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Shirts
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Pants/Skirts
 T-shirts
 Sweats
 Color other than the
 Ripped or faded pants or
school colors
 With writing or logos
(other than PSCS)
 Ripped or unnecessarily
revealing (displaying
cleavage or midriff)
 Excessively tight or
baggy shirts
jeans
 Baggy or sagging pants or
shorts
 Tights, leggings, fishnet
stockings, or stretch-pants
 Excessively short skirts or
shorts
Students May Not Wear
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Head Gear & Accessories
 Any head gear or accessories that promote drugs,
alcohol, or other restricted substances
 Any items that promote sex, violence or gang activity
(determined at the discretion of faculty, staff, and
administrators)
 Belt buckles displaying initials or any of the things
mentioned above
Electronics
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Electronic devices must be “off” and stored in a place
where they are NOT VISIBLE during normal school
hours or school activities unless a teacher or staff says
you may have it out for educational use only.
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Students are only permitted to use electronic devices
on campus before and after school.
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Students must comply ANYTIME they are asked to stop
using a device, even before or after school.
When to see your counselor
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To go over your credits twice a year
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If you are nominated for an AWARD
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If you are going to college and need help
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If you are referred by a teacher
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If you arrive late
Student iPad Expectation
Agreement
Student iPad is an important learning tool
and it is for educational purposes only. It
must be properly cared for and maintained.
Student iPad Expectations
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Treat the iPad with care by not dropping it, getting it
wet, or using it with food or drink nearby.
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Deep the iPad in your possession at all times; Do not
loan the iPad to friends
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Only upload approved apps and software.
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Use only LAUSD MyMail and Apple ID; Do not use
personal accounts
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Do not rename your iPad.
Student iPad Expectations
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Do not take inappropriate pictures or video with the
iPad.
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Do not remove programs or files from the iPad.
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Save all work on the network space provided by the
school or on iCloud; further, Be responsible for saved
information in order to meet assignment deadlines.
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Follow the Acceptable Use Policy when using the
Internet on the iPad at home and at school.
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Honor PSCS values and mission when using the
Internet.
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Do not give personal information when using the
Internet.
Student iPad Expectations
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Do not attempt to clean or repair the iPad.
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Follow the directions of each classroom teacher
and Public Service Community School’s staff
member.
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Return iPad at the end of school.
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Abide by the rules of the classroom, school, and
school district.
iPad Distribution
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iPads will be distributed when all PSCS students
have turned in the following forms to the advisory
teacher:
 Student Code of Conduct
 Students iPad Expectations Agreement
 Parent Notification
 Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)
 School & Parent Compact
Public Service Academic Focus
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Advanced Placement Classes
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A-G Curriculum
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AVID
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Honors Classes
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Tutoring
 Math
 English
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CAHSEE Preparation Classes
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College Fieldtrips to Universities in CA
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Student Paid Internships
Tutoring
All teachers at PSCS offer at least one
hour of tutoring EVERY WEEK!
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When: Monday – Wednesday & Fridays
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Time: 3:15 pm – 4:15 pm
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Subjects: Check weekly tutoring schedule
for additional information.
…Students develop
organization skills and
improve study habits
…89% complete college
entry requirements
…74% are accepted to college
The Lion and the Gazelle
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Ice Breaker – Choose a Corner!
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If you could have any superpower, which
would you choose and why?
○ Read Minds
○ Stop Time
○ Fly
○ Become Invisible
○ Heal People
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Explain your choice in 2-4 sentences!
Lost at Sea: Collaborative
Group Problem Solving Activity
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Part 1: Participants divide into teams of
5-8 members and then spend 10
minutes to individually rank the 14
items.
Lost at Sea: Collaborative
Group Problem Solving Activity
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Part 2: Team members should then
confer for an additional 10 minutes and
decide on the team’s priority ranking of
the 14 items.
Lost at Sea: Collaborative
Group Problem Solving Activity
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Part 3: Team members compare their
individual rankings with those
determined by the group as a whole,
and discuss why the scores differ, if
applicable. If individuals re-rank items
based on the group discussion, what
changed their minds? How where they
influenced by the group?
PSCS
ASB
Roles &
Responsibilities
Grade-Level
Councils
Clubs
- Art Club, Huskies Kitchen
- Dances
- Activities
- Fundraising
- Grade-level Activities
- Grade-level Fundraising
- Sports
- Comic Book / Games Club
- Dance? AVID? Fitness? Debate?
- Any Interest can be a club!
Student Representatives!
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School-Wide Student Body Representatives
– Each Advisory Class will have a
student body representative
– Senior Board Members serve as
School-Wide Student Body
Representatives!
• President: Diana Rodriguez
• Vice-President: Anahi Lopez
• Treasurer: Jasmine Hernandez
• Secretary: Marissa Moronez
• Historian: Brenda Gonzalez
• Advisory Representatives
Have School Spirit!
Get Involved!
GO HUSKIES!
Student Representatives!
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Grade-Level Student Body Representatives
– Junior
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President: Josseline Aleman
Vice-President: Ramiro Acevedo
Treasurer: Jennifer Mateo
Secretary: Celeste Lopez
Historian: Lesly Soria
Advisory Representatives
– Sophomore
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President: Sarahi Medina
Vice-President: Natalie Lopez
Treasurer: Ana Chavez
Secretary: Jennifer Cadenas
Historian: Alexis Alvarez
Advisory Representatives
– Freshman
• All positions are open – Nominate yourself!
• Nominations and voting will take
place in Advisory classes
Have School Spirit!
Get Involved!
GO HUSKIES!
DRLC Sports!
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What Sports are Offered at DRLC?
• Fall
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Football
Girls Volleyball
Cross Country
• Winter
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Girls/Boys Basketball
Girls/Boys Soccer
• Spring
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Baseball
Softball
Boys Volleyball
Track & Field
• All Seasons
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Cheerleading
Requirements to Participate:
• Academic Eligibility = 2.0 GPA
• Physical Exam
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Contact:
• Athletic Director: Ms. Smith
• Coaches
Have School Spirit!
Get Involved!
GO HUSKIES!
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CLASSES YOU NEED TO TAKE
A: HISTORY/SOCIAL
SCIENCES
30 CREDITS
3 YEARS
WORLD HISTORY,
U.S. HISTORY,
GOVERNMENT/ECO
NOMICS
B: ENGLISH
40 CREDITS
4 YEARS
ENG. 9A/B, ENG.
10A/B, AM
LIT/CONTEMP
COMP, 12 GRADE
ENG.
C: MATHMATICS
30 CREDITS
3 YEARS
ALGEGRA 1,
GEOMETRY,
ALGEBRA 2, MATH
ANALYSIS,
CALCULUS
CLASSES YOU NEED TO TAKE
D: LAB SCIENCES
20 CREDITS:
10 BIOLOGICAL
10 PHYSICAL
2 YEARS
BIOLOGY,
CHEMISTRY OR
PHSYICS
E: WORLD LANGUAGE 20 CREDITS
2 YEARS
SPANISH
F: VISUAL &
PERFORMING ARTS
10 CREDITS
1 YEAR
INTRO TO ART
G: ELECTIVES
35 CREDITS
4 YEARS
GEOGRAPHY,
SOCIOLOGY,
CONSTITUTIONAL
LAW, PHYSIOLOGY,
HUMANITIES,
HIGHER LEVEL
MATH, SPEECH
PHYSICAL EDUCATION 20 CREDITS
2 YEARS
PE 1, ADV PE 2:
MUST PASS FITNESS
TEST
CLASS YOU NEED TO TAKE
HEALTH
5 CREDITS
1 SEMESTER
HEALTH
NON-COURSE
REQUIREMENTS
SERVICE LEARNING,
CAREER PATHWAYS
1 YEAR
PROJECT BASED
ASSESSMENT
CAHSEE
10TH GRADE
MATH AND ELA
TOTAL CREDITS
210 CREDITS
4 YEARS
GRADUATE!
CREDITS NEEDED TO PROMOTE
TO THE NEXT GRADE LEVEL
PASSING GRADES
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YOU MUST PASS ALL CLASSES WITH A
“C” OR BETTER
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A-G Requirements Quiz! Class of 2019
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How many years of History/Social Studies classes do you need to
take in high school?
Answer: 3 years (World, U.S., Gov/Econ)
How many years of English classes?
Answer: 4 years
How many years of math classes?
Answer: 3 years (Alg1, Geom, Alg2)
How many years of science classes?
Answer: 2 years (Biology, Physical Science)
What are the Physical Education requirements?
Answer: 2 years & pass Fitness Test
What test(s) do you have to pass to graduate
Answer: CAHSEE Math & ELA
How many credits will you need to graduate?
Answer: 210 credits
How many credits will you need to get to 10th grade?
Answer: 50 credits
How many credits is each semester class worth?
Answer: 5 credits
What grade is considered a passing grade?
Answer: C or Better!