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PHS Parent Page Prospect High School – A California Distinguished School
Dear Panther Parents, Happy March Madness! As we “spring” forward this month towards the twelve week grading period, and as students are getting excited about the warm weather, our spring dance, and celebrating the many March Madness school spirit activities, it is important to remind students to keep focusing on their academic goals on their high and post high school future. As a staff, we will be reviewing student responses in a recent Study Hall Survey where we surveyed close to 600 students from all grade levels to see how we can further improve this time. We believe that Study Hall, when used wisely and strategically, is a great tool for student success. I am also excited to announce that PTSA in collaboration with San Jose Police Department is offering an important and informative parent education night on teen use of drugs and alcohol, Tuesday, March 8, at 6:30 p.m., in room 30. As principal, I want to ensure that we have many useful and informative parent education nights because I strongly believe that as a community, we can work together through education, awareness and preventative measures, to help our students succeed academically, physically, and socially. If you are interested, please go to our PTSA website and RSVP. We are extending this important event to our feeder schools, because our community involves these important institutes and education is never too soon. I hope you all enjoyed your February break, and as always, I look forward to seeing you at one of our many Prospect events. Sincerely, Joell Hanson Principal, Prospect High School
LETTER FROM PRINCIPAL JOELL HANSON
18900 Prospect Rd. Saratoga, CA 95070
PHONE: 408.626.3408
ATTENDANCE: 408.558.3068
INFO LINE: 408.558.3058
FAX: 408.973.1759
WEB: http://prospect.cuhsd.org
Table of Contents Page 2 - Flea Market - Teenage Drug and Alcohol Parent Information Night - Caught in the Act - Guidance News Page 3 - Guidance News Page 4 - Guidance (Cont.) Page 5 - Guidance and College & Career Center News. Page 6 -Guidance and College & Career Center News -ELAC News -Senior Grad Night 2016 Page 7 -Flyer for Teenage Drug and Alcohol Parent Information Night in English and Spanish
March 2016 Volume 9, Issue 6
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FLEA MARKET MARCH 26th Calling all vendors, crafters, and folks who need to clean out the garage. Prospect High School is hosting a Flea Market benefitting the Prospect Sports Program. Prospect flea market runs on the 4th Saturday of the month from January – October 2016.
Teenage Use of Drug and Alcohol Parent Information Night San Jose Police Department in coordination with Prospect High School PTSA
presents: Teenage Use of Drug and Alcohol Parent Information Night Tuesday, March 8th 2016 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm at Prospect High School Location: 18900 Prospect Road, Saratoga CA
Guest Speakers: Jon Shaheen (English) - Room
30, and Sandra Avila (Spanish) - Library Topics Include: · Current drug and alcohol threats to teenagers · Signs of teenager using drugs and alcohol · Current laws and regulations · Prevention and Support · Questions and Answers Parent Information Night will be presented in
English and Spanish, please RSVP. RSVP : https://prospectptsa.wordpress.com/drug-and-alcohol-parent-education-night-attendance-poll/
CAUGHT IN THE ACT
We are happy to recognize Mitchell Riggs and Adriana Hernandez Rivera as being Caught in the Act. Mitchell, a sophomore and busy with a full academic schedule including two honors classes. He always has a smile and is happy to help when asked. Adriana is a freshman this year and is a member of Ms. Deauville's Careers class. She can be found helping in the main office, or working in the student rose garden helping to keep the entrance to our school welcoming and fresh. Keep up the great work Prospect!
GUIDANCE NEWS Make sure you complete your FAFSA online as soon as possible, some private colleges require it to be done in February; otherwise March 2nd, 2015 is the deadline.
Students and their families apply for Federal
Student Aid by completing the FAFSA online
at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Students apply for the
Cal Grant program by submitting the Cal
Grant GPA Information Release Form that
was passed out during the financial aid class
visits in December.
Financial Aid submission deadline is March 2, 2015.
Parents and Seniors can now apply for a PIN
for the FAFSA. A PIN will serve as a
password to access your financial aid
information and sign financial aid documents
electronically. Go to www.pin.ed.gov.
The CUHSD District Office electronically
submitted all GPAs for Cal Grant eligibility this
year. Students and families are
responsible for submitting the FAFSA
online only to be considered for the Cal
Grant.
Please check in Naviance Family Connection for local and national scholarships! De Anza and WEST VALLEY EARLY ADMISSIONS PROGRAM West Valley College and De Anza College will offer
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Class of 2016
EARLY ADMISSIONS PROGRAM for Community College – De Anza College &
West Valley College
West Valley College and De Anza College will offer seniors the opportunity to register for the Early Admissions Program during spring semester. This program offers seniors the opportunity to take the placement tests and register for classes prior to graduating in June 2016. Dates and times to be announced.
California State University – Placement Testing (ELM/EPT)
If you are planning to attend a California State University, it is important to check your portal/email and make sure you complete all required testing in order to register for fall classes.
The California State University system-wide placement testing program in basic reading, writing, and mathematics skills consist of the English Placement Test (EPT) and the Entry Level Mathematics (ELM) examination. You may be required to take one or both of these tests. To attain the best possible schedule for the semester, take the placement test as soon as possible. Enrollment during orientation is dependent on the timely receipt of scores by the campus.
San Jose State University Testing Office
One Washington Square Industrial Studies Building 228 San José, CA 95192-0039 408.924.5980 [email protected] Fax: 408.924.5909 Office Hours: M-F 9AM-4PM
Scholarship Opportunities
Naviance Family Connection can be used as a scholarship search tool. To access the lists of scholarships, students log in to Naviance Family Connection and click on the Colleges tab. In the Scholarships & Money section click on Scholarship list. This section contains a list of local/national scholarships. This section also includes a Scholarship Match feature. Upon completing the required questionnaire, Naviance Family Connection “matches” your student with scholarships that he/she is eligible to apply for.
Class of 2017
2015-2016 SAT & ACT Test Dates:
Prospect High School Code: 053344 & Test Center Code: 05-710 (for SAT only;
except June test) SAT: Deadline: May 7, 2016 April 8, 2016 June 4, 2016 May 5, 2016 Register at sat.org/register ACT: Deadline: June 11, 2016 May 6, 2016 Register at www.actstudent.org Part of the registration process is to request scores to be sent by College Board or ACT to your specific colleges. Colleges want official scores from College Board or ACT. Important University of California (UC) information:
SAT Subject Tests are no longer required for UC admissions. Please keep in mind that some majors may highly recommend them (i.e. Engineering) and some private and out-of-state universities may require them.
If your Junior is planning to take the SAT (March 2016 and later) or ACT test for UC admissions, they must register for the SAT Plus Writing or ACT Plus Writing.
February 2015 (Focus: Testing - EAP, PSAT, ACT, SAT, SAT Subject)
Date Audience Event Content
Tues, Feb 3 -
Fri, Feb 6 9 - Freshman Freshmen Classroom Visits:
Programming Choosing classes for Sophomore year; college and career activities
on Naviance Family Connection
Thurs., Feb. 5
Room 4; Study
Hall/Lunch All grades Workshop: Coding (Part 1) A follow up to October workshop, this one will focus on the
amazing world of coding, including hands-on exercises!
Thurs., Feb. 12 Library; Study
Hall/Lunch 10,11 Workshop: SAT and ACT
Planning New or Old SAT: Schedule your SAT and/or ACT test; Find out
about Subject Tests; plan your prep
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GUIDANCE (CONTINUED)
*Juniors should be focusing on doing well in their
classes. Colleges look very closely at Junior year results. Use Naviance Family Connection to keep track of all college searches. Visit college admissions websites to familiarize yourself with the admission process and language of each campus. It is never too early to start preparing yourself for your post-secondary goals.
Classes of 2018 & 2019
Test Taking Tips:
1. Review study guides/notes/homework assignments/participate in a study group.
2. Get plenty of sleep the night before the test.
3. If you feel nervous before beginning, try to relax by taking a few deep breaths.
4. Maintain confidence in your abilities and plan to do your best. Your attitude can affect your performance.
5. Listen carefully to all instructions and ask questions if you hear something you don’t understand.
6. Focus your attention entirely on your work.
7. Position your answer sheet next to your test booklet so you can mark answers quickly and accurately.
8. Before answering each question, read it completely, as well as all the possible responses.
9. Once you complete the test, reread the questions and check your answers.
Class Selections for 2016-2017
Guidance Advisors visited students, grades 9th – 11th, in January & February to help them select their classes for the 2016-2017 school year. Paperwork will be mailed home during the spring semester verifying your student’s class selections. Students are encouraged to explore careers/majors in Naviance Family Connection as well as keep up with their Brag Sheets in Naviance Family Connection. Please talk to your student about his/her goals and plans for high school and beyond.
Deadline for requesting changes to your student’s list of classes for the 2016-
2017 school year: April 29, 2016
Senior Grad Night 2016 Grad Night is an all-night, drug and alcohol free celebration following graduation. There will be lots of food and entertainment for the graduates to enjoy and transportation to the surprise venue is included. Tickets are on sale online or through the Activities office. The cost is $100. Please be sure to purchase a ticket for your Prospect Senior and enjoy the night just for them! Any questions about the event or purchasing a ticket, please contact Shveta Bagade, [email protected]. There is a Grad Night fundraiser on March 12 from 9a-4p! Please bring your unwanted items from your home and neighbors and bring them to Westgate’s Walmart parking area. There will be truck to donate all your items from your spring cleaning and help raise money for Grad Night. Do some spring cleaning and help Prospect Grad Night! Your support is appreciated! We will also need volunteers for the event and cash donations to help make Grad Night extra special. If you are able to donate time and/or money, please contact Shveta Bagade, [email protected]
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GUIDANCE AND COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER NEWS March 2016 focus: Careers and Post-High School Planning
Attention Juniors – Class of 2017! This month we are focused on YOU! The College & Career Center volunteers are on-campus every Monday in the Quad during lunch and Tuesday in the Library during Study Hall and Lunch. Stop by anytime for help with college and/or career planning.
Naviance Tips and To-Do List for March Log onto Naviance Family Connection at: connection.naviance.com/proshigh
March 2016 (Focus: College Search & College Visits)
Date Audience Event Content
Thurs., March 3 Library, Study
Hall/Lunch All Grades Career Spotlight:
Veterinarian
Local veterinarian, Tiffiny Lui, will talk about her career and education pathway. Tiffany
obtained her bachelor’s degree from UC Davis, went to the Ross University School of
Veterinary Medicine, and is currently practicing in Milpitas.
Thurs., March
17 Library; Study
Hall/Lunch
12 - Seniors Workshop: Community
College Applications Transfer planning; Associate degrees for transfer; placement tests; early admissions West Valley
and De Anza
Seniors
• College admission letters will often be mailed out between March 1-31. • Use Naviance to show where you have been accepted (or wait-listed, etc.). This information is important data for future Prospect students applying to those colleges.
Juniors
• Stop by the C&CC on Tuesdays and attend the March workshops. • Meet with Guidance Advisors to prepare a list of 10-20 colleges to explore. • Register for SAT Reasoning and ACT tests in May and June (collegeboard.org and actstudent.org) • Apply and/or enroll in summer courses, internships, jobs, travel or activities. Do something this summer that will demonstrate your maturity and seriousness about pursuing your interest. • Consider taking an SAT Subject Test in May or June. • Plan to visit colleges over spring break next month.
Sophomores
• Research colleges using Naviance SuperMatch tool. • Start writing down all your activities, work and volunteering. Add to your Brag Sheet/Resume on Naviance.
on Tuesdays during study hall and lunch. We have access to the computers and can help you log onto the internet and Naviance to explore careers, colleges, volunteer opportunities, jobs, and more. Please stop by!
Study Hall and Lunch Time Help Remember, the C&CC is open in the library on Tuesdays during study hall and lunch. We have access to the computers and can help you log onto the internet and Naviance to explore careers, colleges, volunteer opportunities, jobs, and more. Please stop by!
English Learner Development Program / Programa de Aprendizaje Ingles
English Learner Advisory Committee / Comité Asesor de Estudiantes de Aprendizaje Inglés Prospect High School
Join us at our next ELAC meeting on Wednesday March 9th. Dinner at 6pm and the meeting will begin at 6:30pm in the Library.
Acompáñenos a nuestra próxima junta de ELAC el miércoles 9 de marzo. Cena empieza a las 6pm y la junta a las 6:30pm en la librería de la escuela.
Official CELDT scores are in and a new group of students are eligible to be considered as Reclassified Fluent English Proficient (RFEP)! Students and their families will be invited to learn about what this means and what the future holds for RFEP students!
Las calificaciones oficiales de CELDT han llegado y un nuevo grupo de estudiantes serán considerados elegibles para ser Reclasificados Fluyentes en Ingles (RFEP)! Estudiantes y sus padres serán invitados a aprender un poco más sobre el significado de ser un estudiante RFEP y como se mira el futuro!
The Center for Employment Training will be visiting Prospect on March 9th at 7:00 P.M. in the school library. CET will provide information on how to obtain a Residency Card and/or Citizenship. They’ll answer any questions you may have related to the Immigration Process!
El Centro de Carreras y Entrenamientos estará visitando Prospect el 9 de marzo a las 7 P.M. en la librería de la escuela. CET proveerá información tocante Tarjetas de Residencia y/o Ciudadanía. Ellos podrán contestar sus preguntas relacionadas al Proceso Inmigratorio!
GUIDANCE AND COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER NEWS (CONT.)
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March 2016
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
2
3 Swimming vs. Yerba Buena @ 3pm Middle College Info Night @ West Valley College @ 6pm Grad Night Meeting @ 7pm
4 Winter Wishes Rally @ study hall
5
6 MARCH MADNESS
7 Faculty Meeting @ 2:40pm
8 Boys Tennis vs. Independence @ 3:15pm Badminton vs. Westmont @ 4pm PTSA Event in room 30 and library @ 6:30pm
9 ELAC Meeting @ 6pm in room 30 Winter Sports Banquet @ 6:30pm in the gym
10 Boys Tennis vs. Willow Glen @ 3:15pm Track and Field vs. Piedmont Hills @ 3:30pm
11 Boys Volleyball vs. Gunderson @ 5:30pm Lucky Stiff Musical @ 7pm
12 Lucky Stiff Musical @ 7pm
13
14
15 VAPA Time Travel Day on campus Badminton vs. Gunderson @ 4pm
16 Boys Volleyball vs. James Lick @ 5:30pm
17 Boys Tennis vs. Yerba Buena @ 3:15pm Swimming vs. Lincoln @ 3pm Badminton vs. Pioneer @ 4pm Lucky Stiff Musical @ 7pm
18 Softball vs. Willow Glen @ 3:30pm Lucky Stiff Musical @ 7pm
19 Lucky Stiff Musical @ 7pm
20 SPRING FLING WEEK
21 Class Color 22 Formal Tuesday Cheer Booster Meeting @ 7pm in room 30 Mr. Prospect @ 6:30pm in the PAC
23 Salad Day Softball vs. Lincoln @ 4pm Badminton vs.. Del Mar @ 4pm Music Boosters Meeting @ 6:30pm in room 49
24 Throwback Day Baseball vs. Oak Grove @ 3:30pm Track and Field vs. Oak Grove @ 3:30pm Boys Volleyball vs. Pioneer @ 5:30pm
25 Neon Day
26
Blackout Dance 7-10pm
27
28 Boys Tennis vs. Santa Teresa @ 3:15pm
29 Baseball vs. Del Mar @ 3:30pm Badminton vs. Yerba Buena @ 4pm
30 Collaboration
31 Collaboration Swimming vs. Branham @ 3pm Badminton vs. Overfelt @ 4pm