Eleanor Roosevelt High SchoolWelcome 9th and 10th Graders

CLASS of 2016CLASS of 2017

Cam–Del Mr. Sanchez

A-Cal Mrs. Vanderveen

Gs-Laz

Ms. Young

Dem – Gr Mr. Dias

Lb-Mor Mrs. Hellickson

Mos-Ren Ms.Gutman

Su-Z Ms.Lucero

Reo-St Ms. Morris

1)1) Go in before school, at lunch, or after Go in before school, at lunch, or after schoolschool

2)2) Complete the appointment sheet and Complete the appointment sheet and we will call you in as soon as possiblewe will call you in as soon as possible

3)3) E-mail us. Go to the ERHS website to E-mail us. Go to the ERHS website to locate our e-mail addresseslocate our e-mail addresses

How do I get in touch with my counselor?

What are some things my counselor does for me?

Academic

Career

Personal Social

How do counselors schedule?

We look at your gradesWe look at your test scoresWe talk to your teachersWe look at your progress reports and quarter

gradesWe look at your future plansWe meet with you to answer your questions

and choose classes for next year

How do you succeed?Use your planner which includes academic

calendar (p.19-20)Obtain weekly progress reports and check

StudentConnectionNO D’s or F’s – no guarantee they can be made

up!!Designate a time of day to complete homework

and assignmentsTalk to your teachersSee your counselorUse resources at The Career Center

StudentConnection

Graduation Requirements Language Arts 4 years 40 credits World History 1 year 10 credits U.S. History 1 year 10 credits Government 1 semester 5 credits Economics 1 semester 5 credits Health 1 semester 5 credits Mathematics 2 years 20 credits (all students must pass Algebra 1a and 1b) Biological Science 1 year 10 credits Physical Science 1 year 10 credits Physical Education 2 years 20 credits Foreign Language 1 year 10 credits or Fine Art Electives 75 Credits

Total: 220 CreditsEveryone must pass CAHSEE Math and CAHSEE Language Arts Tests

CAHSEE information

You must pass both the English Language Arts and Mathematics section

The minimum passing score is 350 to receive a diploma. 380 is proficient.

Once you pass the exam you do not have to take it again

Four Year Colleges

University of California (UC) California State University (CSU) You must complete the “a – g” requirements if you

are planning to attend a UC/CSU Private and Out of State Colleges may follow a

similar pattern of coursework A grade of “C” or better is required for all college

coursework

The more competitive the school, the more college prep coursework they want you to take.

A-G requirements a. History/Social Science – 2 yrs required b Language Arts – 4 yrs. required c. Laboratory Science 2 yrs. required, 3 years

recommended d. Mathematics – 3 yrs. required, 4 yrs recommended e. Language other than English (LOTE) – 2 yrs, required 3 years recommended f. Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) – 1 yr required g. College Preparatory Electives – 1 yr required A grade of “C” or better is required for all college course work..

TESTING REQUIREMENTS

University of California (UC) requires either the SAT Reasoning or the ACT with the Writing Test.

SAT Subject Tests are offered. Please see your counselor for information

Private or out-of-state colleges may require a specific test. Check online for specific requirements.

Community Colleges do not require these tests.

Prepare for the SAT, gain access to valuable college and career planning resources, enter scholarship competitions. You can take the test here at

All 10th graders will test this year - FREE

Average Income Increases with Educational AttainmentSource: 2009 US Census

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Plan for college

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• This year, Eleanor Roosevelt High School has an API score of 817. We have the highest score in the district!!!!

• 1 out of 3 ERHS seniors attend a 4-year university directly after high school.

If you plan to play sports at ERHS:

• You will have to try out every year. • Your coach will inform the counselors of what

students made the team. • Some sports have a class during the day and

some don’t. If there is no class, you MAY be able to get a one semester waiver. This is your responsibility!

• Please check with your counselor and Mr. Sunderland in the athletic dept. for more details.

September 5th - both lunchesCheck the ERHS website for information on clubs

Going to play sports in high school or college?

Visit NCAA Eligibility Center Website

www.eligibilitycenter.org/

Make sure to let your counselor know if you plan to play a sport in high school or college so that you meet NCAA requirements.

Your ERHS counseling staff:

The counselors wish you the best of luck on your future endeavors!