American High School provides a learning environment that challenges students to reach their academic, civic, and

social potential in a diverse community so they may become participating and cooperative members of society.

American High School9th grade presentation

2012

4 Cs of earning your High School Diploma:

» Classes

» Credits

» CAHSEE (English & Math)

» (Community) Service Learning

What is expected on MAZE day…

MAZE is a critical part of the beginning of the year.

All needed paperwork mailed to you will be returned on MAZE day.

• School photos will be taken• Purchase ASB cards• Purchase year book

• Purchase Eagle Planner• Pick out a locker and purchase a lock.

• Sign up for clubs & activities• Pick up schedules

American High School Link Crew.

• Our Mission: The mission of Link Crew is to create a motivating environment for the new Freshman class each year.

• Who we are: Link Crew leader are upper class students who are trained to assist Freshmen in learning how things work at AHS and help them become successful high school students.

• What we do: Link Crew students remain connected to Freshman throughout the year, creating social activities and events that help freshmen assimilate into AHS.

• SO…..Please encourage your Freshmen student to participate in Link Crew’s orientation at the beginning of the school year, take part in activities, and enjoy the ability to ask questions about our school without fear.

• It’s A Good Thing!

Activities on CampusOver 60 different clubs

Dances

ASB

Spirit Week

Lunchtime Rallies

Tutoring (After School)

Sports (GPA requirements 2.0)

Drama Productions (GPA requirements 2.0)

American High School Athletics

Fall Winter Spring

Football Basketball Badminton

Cross-Country Soccer Baseball

Gymnastics Wrestling Golf

Tennis (Girls) Softball

Volleyball (Girls) Swimming

Water Polo Tennis (Boys)

Cheerleading (all year)

Track & Field

Volleyball (Boys)

Required Subjects for Graduation

English …………………………………………………………….. 40

Math ………………………………………………………………… 30

Science ……………………………………………………………. 20

Social Science ………………………………………………….. 30

Fine Arts/ World Language .……………………………….. 10

PE ……………………………………………………………………. 20

Health ………………………………………………………………. 5 Comp Ops/Geography/Media Arts - IT……………………. 5 Electives…………………………………………………………… 70

Total………………………………………………………………… 230

Freshmen Class Choices1. One ENGLISH class

English 9, English 9 Honors, RSP English, SDC English, ELD (1), ELD (2), OR ELD (3)

2. One SCIENCE classBiology, Biology H, OR SDC Biology

3. One MATH classAlgebra 1, Geometry, Geometry H, RSP Math, SDC Math OR Higher

4. One PE classPE 1, Modified PE, Marching Band (4 semesters = 2 years)

5. One HEALTH/COMP classHealth AND Computer Operations, OR Media Arts/IT, OR Geography OR Introduction to Design (PLTW), OR SDC Health/Geography

6. One ELECTIVE classProject Lead the Way (PLTW: Intro to Design); Fine Arts: Drama 1, Art 1, Guitar 1, Choir 1, Band 1, Sculpture 1; World Language: French 1, 2, 3; Chinese 1, 2, 3; Spanish 1, 2, 3, Spanish for Native Speakers; Leadership, Peer Resource 1, AVID; ROP: Computer Animation, Business Ownership, Marketing, Careers in Hospitality & Marketing

Pathways: Engineering, Information & Communication Technology, Biotechnology, Graphic Arts, AVID

American High School Graduation Requirements

230 Units

5 Credits = 1 semester class

F grade = not passing zero credits earned

60 credits = 1 year of classes

Algebra 1

California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)

40 Service Hours

GRADE 9• 1. English 9 • 2. Geometry (or higher) • 3. Biology (or higher) • 4. Physical Education• 5. Health/ Computer Op• 6. World Language level 1 (or

higher)

GRADE 10• 1. English 10 • 2. Algebra 2/Trig. (or higher)

• 3. Integrated Sci./Chemistry (or higher )

• 4. Physical Education • 5. World History • 6. World Language level 1 (or

higher)

GRADE 11• 1. English 11 • 2. Pre-Calculus (or higher) • 3. US History • 4. Physics (or higher) • 5. World Lang level 3 (UC rec.)• 6. Fine Art (a-g)

GRADE 12

• 1. English 12

• 2. Economics/Government

• 3. Calculus/Statistics (or higher

• 4. College Prep Elective

• 5. College Prep Elective

• 6. College Prep Elective

What Might It Look Like?

Pathways to Consider

• Engineering (PLTW)• (9) Introduction to Design• (10) Principles of

Engineering• (11) Digital Electronics• (12) Capstone @ MVROP

• Biotechnology• (9) Biology• (10) Biotechnology• (11) Biochemistry• (12) Biotech 2 @ MVROP

• Graphic Arts (EXAMPLE)

• (9) Computer Ops• (10) Comp. Animation• (11) 3-D Animation @

MVROP• (12) Gaming Des. @ MVROP

• Info & Comm. Technology (w/ CISCO SYSTEMS)

• (9) Media Arts• (10) Comp. Support Spec. 1• (11) Network Engineering

• (12) Comp. Support Spec. 2

@ MVROP

Algebra Graduation Requirement

Requirements may be satisfied in Junior high school or Senior high school.

Successfully completing a full year of Algebra I.

California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)

• Student must take the exam during Spring of their 10th grade year

• The exam consists of two parts : English Language Arts and Mathematics

• If not passed, student must only repeat the un-passed portion of the exam.

• CAHSEE is offered every year after 10th grade until both sections are passed.

40 Hours of Community Service• Every student must complete 40 hours of

service learning hours by graduation. Hours start the first day of high school.

What counts for hours?• Only pre-approved hours count.• Non-profit organization• Check the school website for options• Check with the Service Learning Coordinator

(Ms. Johnson) in room 307 for more information.

How to catch up, if you have fallen behind?

• FUSD Summer School (no more than 10 credits per summer)

• FUSD Adult School (must be 16 years old to attend)

• PASS Program/Cyber High (credit recovery at AHS)

• Robertson Continuation High School (Alternative HS placement)

• Other viable options

College Prep Requirements

California State Universities

University of California

Private Institution

University Requirements• UC and CSU require courses from the

a-g list

• 4 year colleges required “C’s” or higher in a-g coursework

• Private college requirements may differ (check with individual colleges)

• Tests: SAT Reasoning or ACT

PSAT SAT ACT•Prepare students for the SAT exam•Anyone may take the exam•Only juniors may compete for the National Merit Scholarship•Test is given in October of each year.

•Writing•Math•Critical Reading

•English•Math•Reading•Science•Writing test

A-G course requirements for the University of California

Class Name Requirements Recommendation

English 4 Years

Math 3 Years 4 (Pre-Calculus)

Lab Science (Bio & Chem)

2 Years 3 (Physics)

World Language 2 Years 3

Social Science 2 Years

Visual & Performing Arts

1 Year

College Prep Elective 1 Year 2 years for UC

AHS Advanced Placement& Honors ClassesSubject AP Honors

English English 11 English 9

English 12 English 10

Social Science European History

American Government

Economics

Fine Art Studio Art

World Language French 4 & 5

Spanish 5

Math Statistics Geometry

Calculus AB Algebra 2/Trig

Pre-Calculus

Science Biology Biology

Chemistry Chemistry

Environmental

Physics Physics

Honors & AP pre-requisitesHonors:• Gate Identified• Enrolled in honors

courses in junior high.

• Scored advanced on CST’s/STAR test in subject of interest

• Score “A” or “B” in the previous subject course (prior year)

Advanced Placement:

• Anyone may take an AP course

• Teacher recommendation

• Must meet prerequisite for the class of interest.

University of University of CaliforniaCalifornia

California State California State UniversityUniversity

California Community California Community CollegesColleges

Selection:Selection: Top 12.5% Top 12.5% HS grad.HS grad.Top 9% class of 2012Top 9% class of 2012Programs:Programs: Undergrad. Undergrad. & Grad.& Grad.StudentsStudents:220,000:220,000Campuses:Campuses: 10 10Estimated Cost:Estimated Cost: $8,720 for tuition & fees: $8,720 for tuition & fees: $13,225 room & board; $13,225 room & board; $1,700 for books & $1,700 for books & suppliessupplies

Selection:Selection: Top 33% of Top 33% of HS graduatesHS graduates

Programs:Programs: Undergrad. Undergrad. Grad.Grad.Students: Students: Over Over 450,000450,000Campuses:Campuses: 23 23Estimated Cost:Estimated Cost: $4,155 for tuition & fees; $4,155 for tuition & fees; $9,382 room & board; $9,382 room & board; $1,525 books & $1,525 books & suppliessupplies

Selection:Selection: All HS grads. All HS grads. Adults 18 or olderAdults 18 or older

Programs:Programs: 2Yr. AA-VP- 2Yr. AA-VP-certificates-transfer certificates-transfer UC/CSUUC/CSUStudents:Students: Over 2.6 million Over 2.6 millionCampuses:Campuses: 110 110Estimated Cost:Estimated Cost: $660 $660 for tuition & fees; $1,350 for tuition & fees; $1,350 for books & suppliesfor books & supplies62% attend CSU62% attend CSU’’ss30% attend UC30% attend UC’’ss

Specialized programs & trade schools

• ROP: Regional Occupational Program. (High School Program)

– Fire Technology– Auto Body Painting– Digital Sound Design– Culinary Arts– Just to name a few…..

• Technical Schools: – DeVry– SVC– Heald College– WyoTech Fremont

• Construction trades• MVROP: (Adult Program)

– Arts, Media & Entertainment Tech

– Building Trades– Health Science and Medical

Technology– Transportation Technology

Advantages

Enter the work force sooner

Entry level training and skills

Competitive salary for expert training

Scholarships available

American High School Web Site:www.fremont.k12.ca.us/american

• Email addresses of all AHS staff

• Teacher websites

• Counseling Department, Library and Sports information

• Eagle Handbook

• Daily Bulletin

• Informational Publication

• Links to student activities

Colleges encourage you to do more than just study…

• Get involved in school activities

• Get involved in community activities

• Keep track of awards and honors your receive

• Make it a priority to be WELL ROUNDED!

Have a great summer…. We look forward to seeing you next year!

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