Freshman/New Parent Orientation 2015

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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
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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
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What does the “P” mean?
The different GPA’s
Grading System
Credit Summary
Westmont Graduation Requirements
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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
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Total Units Needed for Graduation = 220
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Some of the Electives that you can find at WHS
Fine/Performing Arts
Applied Arts
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Art
3-D Design (Ceramics)
Drama
Concert Choir
Photo 1 and 2
Digital Photo
Symphonic Band
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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?
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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)
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