Famous Americans and the Colleges They Attended
Annie Leibowitz – Photographer - San Francisco Academy of Art
Jimmy Fallon – Comedian, Actor, Late night T. V. Host – College of Saint Rose
Will Ferrell – Comedian, Actor, Sport Fanatic - University of Southern California
Hillary Rodham Clinton – American Politician, Former Secretary of State – Wellesley College then Yale Law
Donald Trump – Real Estate Mogul, President Elect – Fordham University and U Penn Wharton School
Barbara Morgan – Astronaut, Teacher – Stanford
Steven Spielberg - Director, producer – CSU – Long Beach
Oprah Winfrey – Television Host – Tennessee State University
Condoleeza Rice – Former Secretary of State – University of Denver
Bill Gates – Founder, Microsoft – Harvard University (drop out)
John Kerry – Secretary of State – Yale and Boston College
Martha Stewart – Entrepreneur – Barnard University
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School Sophomore Counseling Class of 2019
The Morning and Evening Ahead………• Introductions• High School Graduation Requirements • A – G Requirements • College Entrance Testing Process
• SAT, SAT Subject Tests • ACT • Test Preparation
• “Developing a Sense of Direction”• Choices after High School• Investigating Colleges • College Career Center Services• NAVIANCE
Last name Counselor Ext. Email
A – Cg Heather Gerber 276 gerberh
Ch – Gk Kelly Baranick 289 baranickk
Gl – Kh Patricia Colin 281 colinp
Ki – Ma Katina Tzetzos 271 tzetzos
Mb – P Adam Wolven 277 wolvena
Q – S Graham Edwards 275 edwardsg
T – Z Mary Fournier 272 fournier
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School Counselors310-377-4888
Email: @pvpusd.net
Scheduling and your Aeries Account• Scheduling materials will be mailed home the week of February 7th. The letter
includes instructions as well as the teacher recommendations for Math, English, and
World Language.
• Aeries will open for scheduling Monday, February 13th through Tuesday, Feb 21st.
All students must schedule during this time, regardless of when their sophomore
counseling appointment is.
• Students must complete:
• Course Request Form
• Time Management Activity
• Request Placement Form (if necessary)
• Forms must be signed by the student and parent
• All materials are due to the counseling office by Friday February 24th by 3pm.
• Student should check NOW to be sure they can log into Student Aeries account
(course requests cannot be done using parent Aeries account)
Subject PVPHS
Graduation
Requirements
CA
Community
College
CSU
Minimum
Requirement
s
UC
Requirements
Private
College
Vary for Each
School
English 4 years – with a
grade of “D” or
better
** 4 years- with a
grade of “C” or
better
4 years – with a
grade of “C” or
better
4 years – with a
grade of “C” or
better
Math 2 years – Algebra 1
required, plus 1 year
any math
** 3 years –
must include
Algebra 1 & 2 and
Geometry
3 years –
must include
Algebra 1 & 2 and
Geometry
(4 years
recommended)
3 years – must
include algebra 1 &
2 and
Geometry
(4 years
recommended)
Social
Studies
3 years –
World History,
U.S. History,
Government,
Economics
** 2 Years – 1 year
of World History
and 1 year of U.S.
History or 1
semester of U.S.
History and 1
semester of
Government
2 Years – 1 year of
World History and 1
year of U.S. History
or 1 semester of
U.S. History and 1
semester of
Government
2 to 3 years
Science 2 years – Physical
Science and
Biological Science
** 2 years of a Lab
Science
2 years – must be
approved lab
science
(3 years
recommended)
Minimum of 2 years
Most colleges prefer
3 years
Must be lab science
Subject PVPHS
Graduation
Requirements
CA
Community
College
CSU
Minimum
Requirements
UC
Requirements
Private
Colleges Vary for each
school
World
Language
** ** 2 years of
the same language
2 years required,
3 years
recommended -
must be the same
language
Varies per
school (typically
2-4 year
recommended)
Arts-
Visual,
Performing,
Career
Technical
A combination of fine
arts, Career Technical
Arts and World
language that = 2
years
** 1 year long course
in visual/performing
arts
1 year long course
in visual/performing
arts
Varies
Elective ** ** 1 year required of
additional college
prep approved
elective
1 year required of
additional college
prep approved
elective
Varies
Other 2 years of Physical
Education
220 total credits all
grades must be “D” or
better
Must be a high
school graduate
or 18 years old
All classes must be
on the UC
Approved list
SAT Reasoning
Test or Act
• ALL CLASSES MUST
BE ON THE UC
APPROVED LIST.
• SAT or ACT
w/ writing
Subject Tests
• Recommended but
not required
• SAT and
ACT with
Writing.
• Some
colleges
require the
SAT
Subject
College Admissions Factors
• Coursework: Every school considers a student’s course work to be very
important. The college is concerned with the type, amount and level of
coursework.
• GPA: Most schools calculate grade point average from grades earned in
academic classes, typically giving extra points for honors and AP
courses. UC’s and CSU’s calculate GPA with grades from 10th and 11th.
Most schools consider 9th through 12th.
• Entrance Test Scores: Most schools require SAT or ACT although the
writing portion might be optional. Some of the competitive schools
require or recommend the SAT subject tests. The UC system no longer
requires SAT subject tests, though they are helpful in the evaluation
process.
College Admissions Factors cont.
• Essay: Each school evaluates personal statements differently. It is very
important for the essay to be well written and to provide information that
is not presented elsewhere in the application.
• Activities and Community Service: Colleges look for activities that
demonstrate interest or contribution. Leadership positions and
commitment to involvement are more valuable than a “laundry list” of
activities.
• Honors and Awards: Awards and honors for volunteer work, athletic
competition, the arts, and academic achievements are listed on the
college applications. It is the student’s responsibility to keep his/her own
record of recognitions. The NAVIANCE resume is a convenient place to
do this.
College Admissions Factors cont.
• Letters of Recommendation: Many private schools require a
teacher and counselor recommendation. Students should ask for
these recommendations at the end of their junior year.
• Interviews: Some private schools require or recommend
interviews. It is the student’s responsibility to find out if an
interview is required as part of the application process.
College Admissions Test Information
College Admissions Testing Information Evening
• Adam Ingersoll, Founder of Compass Education Group, will
share relevant information about College Admissions Testing.
This highly informative in-depth presentation will help you
understand, plan, and prepare for the SAT, ACT, and SAT
subject tests.
• Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2017
• Time: 6:30 p.m.
• Location: Palos Verdes Peninsula High School – PAC
Developing a Sense of Direction
• Course selections that highlight interests or work toward a post
high school goal.
• Extra curricular activities (i.e. clubs, sports, community services,
employment)
• Vocational training opportunities Southern California Regional
Occupational Center, Internships, work experience.
• Exploring interests through NAVIANCE
• Support through College/Career Center Activities.
PVPHS College Career Center Director : Mrs. Lewallen (x287) Financial Aid & Scholarship Advisor: Mrs. Arico (x267)
Services Provided• College application assistance for students
• Organizes Meetings with representatives from over 150 college admissions offices (fall of senior year)
• College application workshops
• College essay support
• Checklists for all aspects of the college application process
Annual Events • Practice tests for PSAT, SAT Reasoning and SAT Subject Tests, and ACT
• Junior Parent Night
• College Admissions Testing Information Night
• 4-Year College Night: Guest speakers/representative from UC, CSU & private universities
• Financial Aid Night and FAFSA workshop
• 2 – Year College/Military Academy/ROTC/Military Service Night/Arts/Engineering
• Lunchtime sessions for CSU & UC online application process
• Career Fair
• College Representatives visits
• Alumni Presentations
• Parent Q & A sessions
Information Available • Career and occupational publications
• SAT Reasoning, SAT Subject tests, TOEFL and ACT test registration information
• Financial aid information
• Various scholarship applications
• Information on summer programs – study abroad, college campuses & athletic
• UC & CSU Specialty Schools and the Common Application
• Military enlistment information, recruiter’s names, ROTC & military academy information
• Naviance: College search and scholarship information
The contact information for each of the following volunteer locations is listed in the sophomore counseling booklet:
Community Service - Volunteer Opportunities
Community Helpline
The Volunteer Center of South Bay
Rainbow Services/Thrift Shop
Peninsula Center Library
Palos Verdes Art Center
Little Company of Mary Hospital
The Peninsula Education Foundation
Costume Closet
Toberman House
Habitat for Humanity
Harbor Interfaith Food Pantry
Torrance Memorial Hospital
The Canterbury
P.V. Peninsula Land Conservancy
Aquarium of the Pacific
Redondo Sea Lab
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
Pediatric Therapy Network
1. Be sure your student has set up his/her Naviance account. Codes
were given to all student during Freshmen Conference. Students who
lost or forgot their log in code can see Mrs. Juge or Mrs. Fuh in the
Counseling Office.
2. Be sure your student has started a resume. Naviance has a resume
builder feature under the “About Me” tab. If students create their own,
it is helpful to include the following categories:
• Extracurricular
• Honors/awards
• Community Service
• Work Experience/Internship
• Leadership.
WHAT’S NEXT
1. Sign-up for individual 20 minute appointments by counselor (student must attend)
2. Complete the online scheduling through Aeries during the February 13th – 21nd scheduling window. Return the signed and completed materials to the counseling office by February 24th.
3. Students must complete the “Do What You Are” Survey prior to meeting
4. At the appointment you will receive:• The Sophomore Counseling Booklet• Unofficial transcript• The 4 Year Plan• An opportunity for questions & answers