4805 Westmont Ave. Campbell, CA 95008 408-626-3406 Administrative Team Introductions Principal Abra Evanoff Vice-Principal Jason Miller Assistant Principals (Discipline/Attendance) Terry Flora (A-L) Emily Hanson (M-Z) Counselors Heather Whitley A-L Rani Kang-M-Z Juanita Thacker 9th/10th Intervention and English Learner Counselor STUDENT SERVICES CENTER Gail Bagnatori-Registrar Guidance Secretary Marla Marla Hammond Health Clerk Vicki FalknerAttendance Clerk Laura Saldana Activities Director Jason Van Benthuysen Athletic Director Main Office Staff Roma Martwick, School Secretary Sandy Cotton, Book Room/Testing Clerk Sally Rodrigues, Secretary Psychologist Narges Izadi Library Clerk Maria Parrish Bilingual/Spanish FEEDER SCHOOLS Monroe Campbell Rolling Hills Easter Brook Discovery Charter Moreland Campbell Union High School District Block Schedule A Day 0 Period Period 1 Brunch Period 2 Study Hall Lunch Period 3 TIME 7:15 – 8:05 8:15 – 9:50 9:50 – 10:00 10:05 – 11:40 11:45 – 12:20 12:20 – 12:55 1:00 – 2:35 B Day 0 Period Period 4 Brunch Period 5 Study Hall Lunch Period 6 Typical 9th grade schedule How many credits does this student have? 1st semester report card English 9 A Art 1 C Int Math 1 D PE 9 C Earth Sci/Bio B Spanish 1 A Credits earned 5 5 5 5 5 5 __________________ Total-30 credits (per semester) Wait!! Credits??-I’m still confused • Each class that you take is worth 5 credits per semester OR 10 credits for the whole year • Transcript: If you pass with a D- or higher you will receive 5 credits per semester. • However, 4 year colleges only accept a Cor higher. Remember D for diploma, C for College. • An F will give you NO credit…ZERO Understanding your student’s transcript • • • • What does the “P” mean? The different GPA’s Grading System Credit Summary Westmont Graduation Requirements 4 years English 2 years Math (must pass Algebra) 2 years Science 1 year Biological 1 year Physical 3 years Social Science 2 years PE (9th Grade State Requirements) 3 years (2 out of 3 categories) Fine/Performing Arts Applied Arts Foreign Language 60 units General Electives CAHSEE Total Units Needed for Graduation = 220 Some of the Electives that you can find at WHS Fine/Performing Arts Applied Arts • • • • • • • Art 3-D Design (Ceramics) Drama Concert Choir Photo 1 and 2 Digital Photo Symphonic Band • • • • • • • • • • Work Experience Digital & Graphic Tools Intro to Engineering Engineering Tech Principles of Engineering Web Design Computer Programing Manufacturing Tech (Metals) Production Tech (Woods) Graphic Publications California High School Exit Exam • Your first exam will be taken your 10th grade year in March (English and Math) • Test is offered multiple times throughout high school experience • Must Pass both English and Math to meet graduation requirements Grad. vs College Requirements Subject Graduation A-G (UC and CSU’s) Social Science 3 years 2 years English 4 years 4 years Math 2 years 3 years/4 recommended Science 2 years 2 years Must be lab science(does not include Earth Science or Ag Science) LOTE Language other than English Not required but can be one of the 3 classes used to satisfy 1 of 3 classes for Arts/LOTE requirement. 2 years /3 recommended Visual and Performing Need at least 1 from either category: VAPA/Applied Arts Electives Any additional class above requirement is put into electives 1 year 1 year of college prep elective See: UC Doorways for a list of classes Homework • Expect homework EVERY DAY for Math, English, Science, Foreign Language (core subjects) • Complete A-day homework on A-days and B-day homework on B-days, this allows students to go to study hall with questions BEFORE the homework is due. • Use a daily planner, SchoolLoop to keep track of daily assignments, grades and achievement in class, ask your teacher questions. How do I get on to Schoolloop? • Go to Westmont’s home page, click on link for schoolloop • Click on Register • You need your student’s ID number (can be found on their student ID card, class schedule, or call your Counselor) • Parents: you also need an email to sign up • https://westmont.schoolloop.com/ What if I receive a ‘D’ or ‘F’ in any other a-g subject? What are my options for credit recovery or grade improvement? • • • • EdOptions: 7th period class, online, FREE CACE-night school, 2 days a week. (English and Social Science Only) Community College-must be approved by Counselor, FREE BYU(online) – roughly $140 per semester NOTE: UCs and CSUs DO NOT accept ONLINE lab science * Check with Counselor before making any plans Repeating High School Courses • Courses used to satisfy the “a-g” requirements in which the student earns D or F grades must be repeated with grades of C or higher. Math and LOTE: VALIDATION Validation ONLY applies to Math and LOTE **If you earned a ‘D’ the first semester, and earned an ‘A, B, or C’ in the second semester you still meet the requirement. WARNING: If you validate, the “D or F” will still be calculated in your GPA. Programming in January Notice that it is set up to follow the A-G requirements, that was intentional Test Requirements • 4 year campuses (UC, CSU, Private) • Take SAT with Essay and/or ACT with writing • New Redesigned SAT will roll out in March 2016 • ALL Sophomores take the PSAT at school in October , optional for Juniors. • FREE Test Prep at: www.khanacademy.org www.collegeboard.com Westmont High School Clubs and Athletics • Over 30 Different Clubs • Over 20 Different Athletic Teams • Cheerleading, Drama, Color Guard, Link Crew, CSF, Robotics Speech & Debate, Leadership, ASB • Naviance Career and College Major /Exploration • Take personality assessment to see what areas of interest to focus on. College and Career Center • Run by our amazing Parent volunteers • Located in the Library • Available during lunch time and study hall • They assist with college application, college Reppresentations at Westmont, career planning and any other questions you may have about college. • Want to get involved? Email westmontccc@gmail.com Welcome to the WarriorFamily! Heather Whitley, Guidance Advisor (A – L) Rani Kang, Guidance Advisor (M – Z) Juanita Thacker, Guidance Advisor (9th/10th Intervention and EL)