Welcome Senior Class
Students & Parents
Class of 2015
Objectives for Senior Night
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High school graduation requirements
Transcripts
UC & CSU
Community College
Private & Out of State
College application materials (tests, letters, etc.)
Employment, Vocational & Military options
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Naviance
Graduation Requirements
• You need to earn 230 credits in the following subjects:
– English = 40
– Social Science/History = 30
– Mathematics = 30
– Science = 20
– PE = 20
– Visual & Performing Arts/World Language/Career Tech =10
– Computer Ops = 5
– Health = 5
– Electives = 70
CAHSEE
(California High School Exit Exam)
• Exam given to all California high school
students
• Tests Language Arts (English) and Math skills
• All students must pass both portions of the
CAHSEE with scores of 350 or higher
• Students are required to take each test until
they earn a passing score
Service Learning Hours
Requirements
Resources
• You must complete 40 Service
Learning Hours. These hours
must be for a non-profit
organization.
• See the school website for
ideas and forms.
www.jfkhs.org(Click on
Students then Service
Learning)
• See Mrs. Clark in Room 114 to
turn in forms or if you have
any questions.
Deborah Clark
Service Learning Coordinator
510-657-4070 Ext. 27114
dclark@fremont.k12.ca.us
Additional Graduation Requirements
• ALL fines must be cleared with Ms. Facha!
– This includes: Library fees, missing books,
unreturned athletic equipment, etc.
• ALL detentions must be served!
– This includes afterschool detentions and Saturday
Schools, most commonly earned through
ATTENDANCE issues (tardies, truancies, etc.)
Common Mistakes Seniors Make
• Take an easy schedule
• Lack of Planning for life after Kennedy
• Rush to get everything done (Essays,
applications, service learning hours, etc.)
• Forgetting Deadlines
• Failing to ask for help and ask questions
• SENIORITIS!
What happens if I fail?
• If you fail a class senior year or still have to make up a
graduation requirement, your options are:
• 1. Re-take the class 2nd term: this option might not be
available depending on the class or your schedule.
• 2. Take the class in Adult Ed: this is the best option for making
up English classes, but not all courses are offered through
adult ed.
• 3. Credit Recovery: this is often a last resort for students and
requires CONSISTENT effort if a student is hoping to graduate
on time.
• 4. Summer grad, Robertson, or Adult Ed: these options are for
seniors who do not meet graduation requirements on time
EVERY YEAR WE HAVE SENIORS WHO
DO NOT GRADUATE
Transcripts
• Things to consider:
Check for accuracy
Make sure grades reported on college applications
MATCH the grades noted on your transcript
Often required for scholarships, employment,
military service, and college admission
Allow for sufficient time for processing & delivery
UC/CSU does NOT require one at time of application
HOW CAN I REQUEST A TRANSCRIPT?
STEP 1
Pick up a Transcript
Request form
The forms are located
on the wall in front of
Mrs. May’s office.
The blank forms are
in the top pocket.
Step 2 Complete the Form
STEP 3
Drop off the completed form
Place your completed form
with your addressed and
stamped envelope into the
bottom pocket. No
stamp/address is necessary if
you are going to pick it up.
DO NOT SEAL THE
ENVELOPE.
I check the pocket regularly. I
usually get the transcript
printed and in the JFK
outgoing mail box by the end
of the day. If I am really busy,
it will go out the next day.
One last thing . . . . . . .
• Remember – Other schools charge their students
for every transcript. John F. Kennedy High School
does not. All we ask is that you provide your own
stamped envelope.
• However, on June 12, you are no longer a
student. At that time you will have to pay for
every transcript you request.
• So, be sure to get your transcript request in prior
to graduation!
Life after
Kennedy HS…
What’s next?
The UC and CSU
Understanding College Admission
Requirements
College Options
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma
 9 campuses
 Designed to accept top 12.5% of CA
graduates
A – G Requirements
SAT Reasoning or ACT (+ writing)
Check their website!
Personal Statement/Essays
Minimum GPA: 3.0
 23 campuses
 Designed to accept top 33% of CA
graduates
Private Colleges/Universities
www.aiccu.edu
A – G Requirements
SAT Reasoning or ACT
Check their website!
Minimum GPA: 2.0
Varied depending on institution
Letters of Recommendation from teachers and
counselor
UC’s 14 Factors: Holistic Review
• GPA in A-G courses (10th &
11th grade)
• SAT or ACT plus writing
scores
• Number courses taken
beyond minimum A-G
• ELC (top 9% of class)
• Quality of Senior Courses
• Academic performance
against school opportunities
• Outstanding performance in
1 or more subject areas
• Recent improvement in GPA
• Outstanding work on special
project
• Special talents; awards
• Special school event,
project, or program
participation
• Academic accomplishment
in light of experiences
(resiliency)
• Location of high school
Graduation Subject Requirements vs.
College Subject Requirements
Subject
FUSD
CSU
UC
Private & out
of state
Colleges
English
4 Years
4 Years
4 Years
4 Years
Math
3 Years
3 Year
required/ 4
Years Rec.
3 Year
required/ 4
Years Rec.
4 Years Rec.
History/Social
Science
3 Years
2 Years
2 Years
3 Years Rec.
Science
1 Yr Biological
1 Yr Physical
2 Years
2 Yrs required
3 yrs. Rec.
4 Years Rec.
Foreign
Language
1 Year (Fine
art or foreign
language)
2 Years
2 Yrs. Required
3 Yrs. Rec.
4 Years Rec.
Fine Art
1 Year (see
above)
1 Year
1 Year
Elective
70 Credits
1 Year
1 Year
Community College
• Ohlone College classes are offered at JFKHS! For a listing of
courses, see the school website or your counselor for more
details.
• There are 123 community colleges in California and each
one is unique. For a complete listing of schools, check out
www.cccapply.org
• Placement tests in English and Math are required for all
community colleges. If you do not score well on the
placement tests, you will be required to take remediation
classes before you are able to take transfer level courses.
• In order for a student to transfer to a UC or CSU, students
must complete 60 units of college coursework with grades
of C or higher.
Six Reasons
to Consider Community College
1. Short on college funds.
2. Not sure about leaving home for college
3. Not sure what you want to study
4. Want to build your skills & GPA before
transferring
5. Want a career-oriented degree, such as fashion
design or an auto/computer certification program.
6. Work, or have responsibilities & need a flexible
schedule (from collegeboard.com)
Common myth about
Private & Out-of-State Colleges
1. They are more expensive than UC’s – FALSE.
Many private and out of state colleges may have
higher sticker prices than UC, but unlike UC,
they are able to offer students more grants,
scholarships, and better financial aid packages
that, in many instances, end up being cheaper
than the cost of UC tuition. Many public and
private universities in other states have grants
and scholarships exclusively available for
California students.
Western Undergraduate Exchange
(WUE)
• College in the west for less
• Enroll in participating 2 year & 4 year colleges
at a reduced rate
• Up to 150% of regular resident tuition
• www.wiche.edu/wue
Factors in College Admission
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Grades in college prep courses
Standardized Admission Tests
Grades in all Courses
Class Rank
Essay or Writing Sample
Teacher Recommendation
Counselor Recommendation
Student’s Demonstrated Interest
Interview
Work/Extra Curricular Activities
Percent of Colleges reporting
“Considerable Importance”
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74%
59%
34%
31%
23%
17%
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15%
9%
7%
College Assessments
COST
2014-15
SAT
Reasoning:$52.50
Fee Waivers
Available
(SEE MRS.
COLEMAN)
COST
2014-15
ACT : $38.00
ACT w/ Writing: $54.50
Fee Waivers Available
(SEE MRS. COLEMAN)
COST
2014-15
SAT Subject: $26
Fee Waivers Available
(SEE MRS. COLEMAN)
CHECK THE WEBSITES FOR FURTHER
DETAILED INFORMATION
Letters of Recommendation
• Teacher letter
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Have student ask a teacher who knows them well
Preferably junior year academic teacher
Check colleges for specific requirements
Give teachers AT LEAST 2 weeks before due date
Give teachers a copy of
• Resume
• List of colleges & deadlines
• Directions for submission
– Be Organized!
– Send a thank you card
Counselor Letter
• Global view of the student
• Unifies the teacher letters of recommendation
• Places the applicant in context of their school and
community
• Letters can be helpful and are often a part of
scholarship applications
• REMINDER: UC and CSU campuses do not accept
letters of recommendation, but they are often a
requirement for private and out-of state college
applications
Important Application Tips
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Print a copy of each application
Watch for errors (proofread & spell check!)
Follow the directions (word limits)
Check deadlines often
Check school specific requirements
– Interviews
– Essays/Supplements/Auditions/Portfolios
• Establish an appropriate email address/Facebook
• Check college portals once application is submitted
• When in doubt, call the college!
Thinking of playing sports in college?
Division I (Universities that award full athletic scholarships)
•Graduate from high school
KENNEDY DOES NOT
•You must complete 16 core courses
CLEAR STUDENTS FOR
•Earn minimum required grade-point
NCAA or NAIA. IT IS
average in the core courses
STUDENT/PARENT
•Earn a combined SAT/ACT sum score
RESPONSIBILITY
(sliding scale)
See websites for further information
www.eligibilitycenter.org and naia.org
Vocational Training & Military Service
• For students not interested in traditional 2 or 4 year college,
vocational or technical training and military service are options.
• Contrary to popular belief, in order to enlist in any branch of the
military, students MUST earn a high school diploma. A GED or
proficiency exam can no longer replace the diploma requirement. If
you are interested in joining the military after high school, see your
counselor or College and Career Specialist Mrs. Coleman for
additional information.
• In addition to preparing students for transferring, community
colleges offer certificate programs to help prepare students for
technical and service industry jobs (plumbing, electrical, mechanic,
construction, culinary arts, nursing/dental assistants, etc.) and are
often SIGNIFICANTLY CHEAPER than the cost of a FOR PROFIT
college (Examples: Devry, Healy College, Wyotech) or other
programs you might see adds for on television.
A Brief Overview of Financial Aid
• FAFSA form (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) filed
in January 2015.
• Complete FAFSA based on the income taxes filed in 2014 (for tax year
2013)
• The federal government will determine your ability to pay
• Student Aid Report (SAR) shows your Expected Family Contribution
(EFC).
• EFC will be forwarded to colleges who will then determine
a financial aid package
• Could be a combination of grants, loans, and work-study.
• The EFC is the same regardless of the cost of the college,
but the packages received from each college will vary
• Families can get an estimate of their EFC at any time
– FAFSA 4Caster at www.FederalStudentAid.ed.gov
More Financial Aid & Scholarships
• The College Scholarship Search Profile (CSS) is required
for approximately 200 college and universities
– Supplement to the FAFSA and can be completed in
October.
• Many colleges and universities hold free financial aid
nights
– We will be holding a Financial Aid Night at Kennedy,
tentatively sometime in January. Stand by for further
details!
• Make sure to utilize our school website, Career Center
and Naviance for scholarship opportunities
Naviance
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Online College and Career Planning Portfolio
Research Colleges
Sign Up for College Visits
Keep College Search Process
Organized
Create Your Own College List
Personality Profile with
“Do What You Are”
Build resume
Career Assistance
Websites
Log on to:
http://connection.naviance.com or you can follow a link through the JFK website
under the college and career services tab.
Getting Started
What you will need:
– Valid Email address
– Your ID number (this is your User Name)
– Personal Registration password
– If you forgot your password, you can obtain this from
your counselor or Mrs. Coleman in the Career Center
Go to the following website:
http://connection.naviance.com/jfkfremont
Senior Calendar – Important Dates
• September 30 – Attend College Night at Washington High
School
• October 1-November 30 – CSU applications open
• October 2 – ASVAB Exam (see Mrs. Coleman to register)
• October 29 – End of 1st Semester
• November 1-November 30 – UC applications open
• January 1-March 2 - Financial Aid (FAFSA & Cal Grant) filing
period open
• January 23 – End of 2nd Semester & 1st Term
• March 31 – End of 3rd Semester
• April/May – AP Exams and CST’s (Dates TBA)
• June 11 – End of 4th Semester
• June 12 – GRADUATION!!!
We are here to help!
We look forward to
working with you!
• A-D – Mrs. Tifni O’Neill
• 510-657-4070 Ext. 27017
• toneill@fremont.k12.ca.us
• E-K – Mr. David Reska
510-657-4070 Ext. 27019
dreska@fremont.k12.ca.us
Please do not hesitate
to contact us or make • L-Q – Dr. Stacey Bamford
an appointment if you 510-657-4070 Ext. 27018
sbamford@fremont.k12.ca.us
need anything.
• R-Z – Dr. Jacklynn Sprague
510-657-4070 Ext. 27006
jsprague@fremont.k12.ca.us
Career Center
• Your one stop shop for all your career and
post-secondary needs!
• Cal Grants & Fee Waivers and FAFSA! Oh my!
• See our College and Career Specialist in Room
204 for more details:
Mrs. Janelle Coleman
510-657-4070 Ext. 27204
jcoleman@fremont.k12.ca.us