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!
Ms. Sarah Lovick
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3151
sarah.lovick@claytonvalley.org
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Scholarships
PSAT/SAT Information
Resources
Available during
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People who can help you!
Mr. Dave Linzey
(925) 682-7474
Dave.Linzey@claytonvalley.org
People who can help you!
Dr. Patrick Gaffney
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3142
patrick.gaffney@claytonvalley.org
Mrs. Pat Middendorf
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3102
pat.middendorf@claytonvalley.org
People who can help you!
Mr. Miguel Romo-Director
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3103
miguel.Romo@claytonvalley.org
Mr. Casey Coakley-Dean of Students
(925) 682-7474 Ext. 3146
casey.coakley@claytonvalley.org
People who can help you!
Mrs. Maribel Herrera-Student Services
(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. 3141
laurie.arbour@claytonvalley.org
People who can help you!
Greg Fister
(925) 682-7474 ext. 4728
greg.fister@claytonvalley.org
Mrs. Christine Reimer
(925) 682-7474 ext.2659
christine.reimer@claytonvalley.org
– Before school
– During break
– During lunch
– After school
 Write First/Last Name
 Reason you need 2
be seen
Students are welcome to
email their Academic
Counselors, or leave
phone messages.
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 English
40 credits
 World History (10th)
10 credits
 U. S. History (11th)
10 credits
 Government (12th)
05 credits
 Economics (12th)
05 credits
 Life Science
10 credits
 Physical Science
10 credits
 *Mathematics
20 credits
 Physical Education
20 credits
 Fine Arts/Foreign Lang.
10 credits
 Electives
80 credits
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220 credits
 CAHSEE Exam (Math/English)
California High School Exit Exam
(CAHSEE)
What is the CAHSEE?
 State law, enacted in 1999, authorized the development of the
California High School Exit Examination (CAHSEE), which
students in California public schools would have to pass to earn
a high school diploma. Beginning with the 2005-06 school year,
all California public school students are required to pass the
CAHSEE and meet all other state and local requirements to earn
a high school diploma.
What is the purpose of the CAHSEE?
 The purpose of the CAHSEE is to improve student achievement
in high school and to help ensure that students who graduate
from high school can demonstrate grade level competency in
reading, writing, and mathematics.
 Communicate w/your teachers!!!
 Attend their tutoring times
(before school, lunch or after school)
Thursdays Tutoring!!! (2:21-3pm)
Study! (Friend/Group)
Actively check your online status in
classes
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!!!!!
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
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
Community Colleges
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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Register next year! (10th/11th)
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Occupations beyond four-year degree
(graduate school)
 Physician
School Counselor
 School Principal
Physical Therapist
 Architect
Attorney
 Dentist
Pharmacist
 Physician Assistant
Chiropractor
 Veterinarian
Health Services Administrator
 Licensed Psychologist
Social Worker
WHAT IS CAREER AND/OR
TECHNICAL EDUCATION?
 Career and technical education prepares both
youth and adults for a wide range of careers.
 These careers may require varying levels of
education – from high school and postsecondary
certificates to two- and four-year college
degrees.
To find out how you can pursue your
passion, check out
www.whodouwant2b.com
Vocational/Trade Schools
Nearly one-third of the fastest growing occupations will require an
associate degree or a postsecondary vocational certificate.
What can I expect to earn by going
to a Technical or Trade School?
 Paralegal -
$22.80 /hour (@ $46K/year)
 Travel Agent -
$16.30 /hour (@ 33K/year)
 Carpenter -
$20.10 /hour (@41K/year)
 Cosmetologists -
$12.60 /hour (@25K/year)
 Electrician -
$29.10 /hour (@$59K/year)
 Dental Assistant -
$18.20 /hour (@37K/year)
 Auto Body Repair -
$19.70 /hour (@40K/year)
National Salary averages, will vary depending on cost of living/demand
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http://www.defense.gov/RegisteredSites/RegisteredSites.aspx
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