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Welcome Freshman Parents

Welcome Freshman Parents. Class of 2016. Objectives for Freshman Parent Night. High school graduation requirements Four Year Plan Transcript Review College Admission Requirements Summer School & AP Courses ROP, Community Service, PRA, Planning Ahead NEW THIS YEAR! Naviance.

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Welcome Freshman Parents

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  1. Welcome Freshman Parents Class of 2016

  2. Objectives for Freshman Parent Night • High school graduation requirements • Four Year Plan • Transcript Review • College Admission Requirements • Summer School & AP Courses • ROP, Community Service, PRA, Planning Ahead • NEW THIS YEAR! Naviance

  3. P.R.I.D.E – The Foundation for Success PRIDE means many things to different people, but at Laguna Beach High School we strive to ensure that all of our students demonstrate PRIDE in their social and academic growth through: Problem Solving – gathers, organizes, and analyzes data to solve problems and takes advantage of resources available on campus. Resiliency – accepts responsibility and works diligently to achieve in class and in extra-curricular activities despite setbacks. Integrity – does the right thing in all situations while showing respect for oneself and others. Dependability – is prepared for class on time and meets all deadlines Engagement – contributes in and out of the classroom

  4. Four Year Plan

  5. The Transcript + = weighted course GPA & Credit Calculations Credit Summary for Graduation Requirements Totals

  6. Graduation Subject Requirements vs. College Subject Requirements

  7. LBHS A-G LIST

  8. SUMMER SCHOOL WHO • Repeat a course grade earned of D or F. • 1 session = 1 semester of class time (except math) • Math classes are the full 5 weeks.  5 weeks = 1 semester • No advance credit given • Courses offered for remediation only! Requirements • Monday – Friday from 7:45 am to 12:00 pm • NO EXCUSED ABSENCES IN SUMMMER SCHOOL • One full day absence per session is allowed • Dropped on the second full day absence in a session. NO EXCEPTIONS!

  9. AP Courses • Advanced Placement courses • Get a head start on college-level work • Exams are scored on a numeric scale, 1 to 5 • College credit if a score of 3 or better is earned • More rigorous than the grade level course offerings • Summer reading/Check LBHS website for class offerings • Weighted GPA– 5 Point A, 4 Point B, 3 Point C • Approximate cost is $86 each • Fee waivers available (check with counselor)

  10. Understanding College Admission Requirements

  11. PRA Exam • Sophomores and Freshmen will have a chance to take a practice test called the PRA on Saturday, February 9. • This test will let you know whether or not you should choose to focus on the SAT or ACT in preparing for college. • Sign up for the PRA will be available beginning in January. See counselor’s corner, the LBHS website, and your counselor for further information.

  12. Student’s must be 16 years of age to enroll in off campus ROP courses ROPRegional Occupational Program • EMT & First Responder • Fashion Careers • Firefighting Basic Skills • Floral Design & Sales • Health Careers • Law Enforcement • Medical Assistant • Medical Terminology • Restaurant Careers • Retail & Small Business • Sports Medicine • 3-D Model Making • American Sign Language • Animal Health Care • Automotive Repair • Careers in Teaching • Child Care Careers • Computer Repair & Programming • CSI • Dental Assistant • Digital Video Production • Sign ups are duringregistration • Firstcome, firstservebasis • Spaces are limited • Careertraining • Careerexploration • Highschoolcredit

  13. Community Service Requirements Resources Yvette Perez, Community Service Coordinator 949 497-7750 Ext 1217. yperez@lbusd.org • 40 Hour Requirement • Hours must be done with a non-profit organization • Community Service Cards are NOT to be signed by parents

  14. Next Steps Supports Involvement Clubs Sports Internships Summer Enrichment Programs Community Service • SDL • Math Lab • Writing Lab

  15. New this Year…Naviance • 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/lagunabeach

  16. How to Access Naviance • LBUSD Main Page • LBHS Counseling Tab • Naviance

  17. We are here to help! We look forward to working with you! Please do not hesitate to contact us or make an appointment if you need anything. • A-F – Mrs. Nicole Rosa, 949 497-7750 ext 1211, nrosa@lbusd.org • G-M – Mr. David Reska, 949 497-7750 ext 1208, dreska@lbusd.org • N-Z – Mrs. Angela Pilon, 949 497-7750 ext 1218, apilon@lbusd.org

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