Senior Guide HOW TO BECOME COLLEGE AND CAREER READY AS A SENIOR AT CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL.

Central High School Counseling Department PREPARED FOR 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR EAST CAMPUS – 559-276-0280 WEST CAMPUS – 559-276-5276

A message from the principals: Central Families,

Central High School has been defined by its unwavering commitment to our students’ academic and personal development. We offer students a welcoming learning environment where we celebrate our diversity and prepare our students for college, career, and community. At CHS, you will be afforded many opportunities to grow and expand your knowledge base, connect with dedicated staff, and achieve the goals you’ve set for yourself. We encourage you to use the information in this packet to help guide your educational journey for the next four years. We invite you to explore these pages carefully and discover for yourselves the great opportunities found at Central High School. We look forward to meeting you and know that you are much more than a student to us; you are now a member of the grizzly family.

Sincerely, Robert Perez (East) / Dave Holtermann (West) Principals Central High School

Important Contacts:

Central East - 559-276-0280 Central West - 559-276-5276 West Arts Center - 559-274-4700 ext. 81010 Attendance East - 559-275-8051 Attendance West - 559-276-5299 Activities Director East - Shawna Sousa Activities Director West - Tom Marschall District Athletic Director - Darren Pittman High School Athletic Director - Rayshawn Hightower Intervention Specialist East - Paul Mirmingos Intervention Specialist West – Thomas Paige Registrars East - Judee Stagnoli and Herlinda Trejo Registrar West - Rebecca Sanders Finance Secretary East - Debbie Minatta Finance Secretary West - Kerrie Kezirian Teacher Librarian East - Christine Flores Teacher Librarian West - Ramona Cheek School Psychologists East - Monica Monroy, Victoria Duong Laura Sanchez School Psychologist West - Kim Tate College and Career Teacher East - Jill Brooks College and Career Teacher West - Kathleen Williams School Nurse East - Mary Kaprielian School Nurse West - Dana Anderson

*Administration Contact Information on next page.

Helpful Websites for College and Career Readiness

Central Unified - www.centralunified.org College Board - www.collegeboard.org (information and registration for SAT/PSAT/AP tests) ACT - www.act.org (information and registration for ACT Federal Student Aid - www.studentaid.ed.gov (information about different financial aid options) FSA ID - www.fsaid.ed.gov (website for creating FSA ID) FAFSA - www.fafsa.ed.gov (website for completing the FAFSA) Khan Academy - www.khanacademy.org (study and practice for AP tests and SAT) CA Career Zone - www.cacareerzone.org (interest surveys and resources for helping you research a career) California Colleges - www.californiacolleges.edu (research tool for information about all colleges but particularly schools in CA) Fresno City - www.fresnocitycollege.edu Fresno State - www.gotofresnostate.com (student recruitment for Fresno State) California State Universities - www2.calstate.edu Universities of California - www.universityofcalifornia.edu ASSIST - www.assist.org (provides information about how to transfer classes from a community college to a CSU or UC)

CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL UNIVERSITIES

EAST CAMPUS

STAFF

(A-G) (H-O) (P-Z)

STANFORD

NOTRE DAME

Secretary Belinda Husley ext. 50148 Jackie Holt ext. 50144 Denise Cha ext. 50122

VP Renee Lynd ext. 50153 Erin English ext. 50141 Mike Ota ext. 50121

GIA Michelle Vargas ext. 50152 (A-G) 10th Grade

Mark Beyer ext. 50139 (H-K) 11th &12th Grade

Harman Dhillon ext. 50120 ( P-Z) 10th Grade

Counselor Raquel Kelly ext. 50150 (A-CA) 9th, 11th & 12th Grade

Jasdip Boyal ext. 50140 (L-O) 11th &12th Grade

Shimeka Conway ext. 50119 (P-Se) 9th, 11th & 12th Grade

Counselor Daniel Villareal ext. 50151 (Ce-G) 9th, 11th & 12th Grade

Latisha Richmond ext, 50135 ( H-O) 9th &10th Grade

Twylite Lawrence ext. 50124 (Sh-Z) 9th, 11th & 12th Grade

WEST CAMPUS

STAFF

(A-L) (M-Z)

CAL BERKELEY

Secretary Joann Bosquez ext. 51129 Michelle Piedra ext. 51104

VP Jamie Prieto ext. 51108 (A-L)

TBA ext. 51127 (M-Z)

GIA Melissa Hernandez ext. 51106 (A-E) 9th Grade Only

Melody Burris ext. 51124 (S-Z) 9th Grade Only

Counselor Danny Teevens ext. 51133 (A-L) 10th, 11th & 12th Grade

Gurpreet Dhillon ext. 51103 (M-Z) 10th, 11th & 12th Grade

Counselor Rosie Gutierrez ext. 51121 (F-R) 9th Grade Only

Senior YearChecklist

www.cacareerzone.org www.californiacolleges.edu

www.careersinthemilitary.com  Check out acceptance rates and average GPA and test scores.

Complete your A-G requirements.

Know your high school graduation requirements.

Research career, college, and military options.

Under "grades" tab in Aeries. Make arrangements with your counselor to complete any deficient credits.

Make sure you are enrolled in the right classes.

Nothing below a C in an A-G class. Check your status in Aeries under under "Student Info" and "Profile"

Prepare for college entrance exams.See SAT/ACT page for more information.

Understand your college readiness. Community College students will be notified if they need a placement test.

All CSU schools will use SBAC scores from your junior year for initial placement.

Know how to read your transcript. 

Start researching financial aid and scholarships.

Keep your grades up! Check Aeries regularly and communicate with your teachers.

Aim for a 3.0 or higher to maximize opportunities. (3.5 or higher if you're thinking about a UC)

Create an academic resume.

Create a professional email address and keep your social media accounts clean.

If you are considering collegiate athletics, talk to Ms. Conway about NCAA Eligibility. Research the scholarships available at colleges you are considering.  Make sure you are meeting the requirements.

Eligibility for the maximum CalGrant requires a 3.0 GPA. Start looking for scholarships in the Fall of your Senior year.  Use the Career Center website to start your search.

Stay involved in extra-curricular activities and clubs.

Look for volunteer and community service opportunities.

4 year universities, Community Colleges, or trade/vocational schools. Consider Cost, Location, Admissions Requirements, Programs/Majors offered

Educate yourself on the differences between schools.

May 1 is the deadline to make a college admission decision.6

Here’s breakdown of many important dates and deadlines you need to meet for community college, 4-year College and military. I recommend you highlight what is important to you and keep this somewhere safe!

August September October November

• Create an organization system for college information, especially Login Information and Passwords

• Register for the SAT again if you need to retake it.

• Sign up for the ASVAB. • Start investigating

scholarships. • Create a short-list of colleges that you

are interested in. • STAY ORGANIZED. • Visit the Career Center and your

counselor. Introduce yourself and make sure you are acquainted. Attend Back to School night and visit college booths.

• Attend Fresno County Office of Education College Night on September 11.

• Pay attention to Career Center and Counseling Department announcements.

• If you have interest in military, meet with a recruited to learn about your options.

• Take ASVAB on September 9 at East or September 16 at West.

• Do some final research on colleges to consider where you want to apply.

• Find a way to get involved – sign up for clubs, volunteer, or participate in extra- curricular activities.

• Make final decisions on which colleges you want to apply to.

• Complete College Applications during the Grizzly Application Days October 18 & 21 at West and October 24-25 at East.

• FAFSA Application opens October 1.

• Start investigating scholarships. Many have Fall deadlines.

• Stay active in extra-curricular activities.

• Participate in Career oriented activities through the Career Center.

• Review your applications with a counselor or College Advisor. Check carefully for errors.

• UC and CSU application deadline is November 30.

• Fresno City College priority deadline is November 22.

• Request letters of recommendation if you are doing applications to private schools or schools on the Common App.

December January/February March/April May/June • Final opportunity for seniors to take

SAT is December 7. • Complete FCC Orientation on December

2. • Smittcamp Honors Application deadline

is early December. • Request letters for recommendation

from your teachers and counselors for scholarships.

• Research scholarships that you can apply to over Winter Break.

• Keep grades up and pass all of your classes!

• Check out applications for Honors Programs or special scholarships at the schools you have applied.

• Send your November or December SAT/ACT scores to colleges if they don’t have them.

• Complete your FAFSA! • Meet with your counselor to ensure you

are on track to graduate. • Create online accounts with colleges

you have applied to. This is how they will notify and communicate with you.

• Continue to apply for scholarships.

• Some colleges will start with early acceptance notifications. (Most will come in March)

• Attend and complete FCC Advising on March 30 at West and March 23-24 at East.

• Check your college online accounts and portals. Some schools may need additional information or transcripts to make admissions decisions.

• Apply for Central In-House Scholarships.

• FAFSA Deadline is March 2!!

• Take AP Exams if applicable. • Contact your school’s financial

aid department to receive a financial aid package.

• Make a decision about where you want to go to college! May 1 is College Decision Day.

• Communicate regularly with your college so you don’t miss orientation or freshman registration days!

• Keep your grades up! ALL college admissions are conditional until you pass your final classes and graduate.

• Send transcripts to colleges by signing up in the Registrar’s Office.

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Credits are only earned if the student receives a passing grade of A, B, C, D, or P.

No credits are earned when a student earns a grade of "F". One must pass these required classes to graduate. Failed core classes must be repeated.

40 credits in Language Arts o English 1 o English 2 o English 3 o English 4

50 credits in Social Science o World Geography o Modern World History o U.S. History o American Government o Economics

10 credits in Freshman Requirements/ Ag Science 1 o (Includes Health and Computers or Health and Agriculture)

30 credits in Mathematics o (Must pass three separate courses in Math, one of which must be Math 1. Placement credit will be

granted for Math 1 in middle school but a minimum of 20 credits of math must be taken in high school) 30 credits in Science

o (Introductory Science Course, Life, Physical) 30 credits in Physical Education

o *A student’s third year of Physical Education may be waived for students participating in the high school Band program, (10-12 grade)

10 credits in Fine Arts o (Including World Language)

80 credits in elective classes

280 TOTAL CREDITS ARE REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION. Central High functions on an eight period alternating block. Over the course of a school year students take eight classes, earning 5 credits per semester. Students take four 85 minute classes every other day for an entire school year. Students have the opportunity to earn 80 credits per school year.

Credits/Grading: Credit is earned at the rate of 5 units per class per semester. The grading system is as follows: A = Excellent B = Above Average C = Average D = Below Average F = Failure R = Class Repeated I = Incomplete

Waivers Any 10th - 12th grade student enrolling from outside the district may have the following credits waived: 10 credits in World Geography, 10 credits in Freshman Requirements (if Health requirement has been met), and 20 credits in electives for a maximum of 40 credits. (BP 6146.1)

English Learners In an effort to meet the specific needs of English Learners involved in an accelerated ELD program and who may have limited access to the core while attaining adequate language proficiency, 10 credits of World Geography and 10 credits Freshman Requirements may be waived (Health requirement must be completed prior to graduation and may be taken in summer school).

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Required 12th Grade Courses • American Government • Economics • English 4 • 5 electives

Required 11th Grade Courses • U.S. History • English 3 • P.E. • Science • Mathematics • 3 electives

The Governing Board is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital, pregnancy, or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

A-G SUBJECT AREA CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES OFFERED

History (2 years/4 semesters)

1 Year World History 1 Year US History (World) (US)

US History, Modern World History, World Geography, American Government, Ag Government (also includes AP, Accelerated and SDAIE Courses) (CHSy3)

English 4 Years College Prep

English 1, 2, 3, 4, ERWC, African American Lit, Composition & Literature, Fiction F, AP Language & Composition, AP Literature & Com- position and all Accelerated and SDAIE Courses

Mathematics 3 years minimum (Finishing at least Math 3)

Math 1, Math 1E, Math 2, Math 2E, Math 3, Math 3E, Math 3/Trig H, Trigonometry, Trig Elem Functions, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Statistics and all SDAIE Courses

Science

2 years with Laboratory (Life) (Physical)

Biology, Ag Biology, AP Biology, Chemistry, Ag Chemistry, Conceptual Physics, AP Chemistry, Anatomy, Physics, AP Physics, Zoology, Plant & Animal Physiology and all AP and SDAIE

World Language 2 Years same Lang.

Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4 French 1, 2, 3, 4 Spanish Literacy 1, Spanish Literacy 2 Hmong 1, 2 Punjabi 1, 2, Punjabi for Native Speakers

Visual or Performing Arts 1 Year Art, Dance, Drama or Music

3-D Design, Theater 1, 4, Children’s Theater, Draw & Paint, Advanced Art, Beg/Int/Adv Ceramics, Computer Ceramics Design, Floral Design, Folkorico, Ballet 1, 2, Modern Dance 1, 2, 3, Dance Performance, Computer Arts & Graphics, Beg/Adv Stained Glass, Concert Choir, Advanced Chorus, Treble Choir, Bass Choir, Digital 3-D, Jazz Band, Marching Band, Computer Ceramic Design, Video Production, AP Studio Art, ROP Comp Animation & Graphics, ROP Comp Graphics & Technology, AP Music Theory, ROP Floral Design, ROP Fashion Design, Flamenco Guitar

Elective 1 Year of Academic Elective

Economics, Ag Economics, AP Economics, Ag Science 1, Science 1, Science for Ca Citizens, Psychology/Sociology, Philosophy H, American Justice, Principals of Technology, ROP Sports Medicine, ROP Veterinary Science, Environmental Science, Food Science, AP Psychology, Parent/Childcare, Social Living, Computer Science Intro, and specific other courses listed above.

Life Sciences Biology, Ag Biology, Anatomy, Zoology, Plant & Animal Phys,(AP/SDAIE),Biotechnology

Physical Sciences Chemistry, Ag Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Honors Chemistry Conceptual Physics, (CHSy3) AP Physics (all AP/SDAIE)

V2.2017

CENTRAL’S HIGH SCHOOL CODE -

050975 SAT – sat.org/register

Test Offered

Registration Deadline

Late Registration

August 24, 2019 SAT / SAT Subject July 26, 2019 August 13, 2019 *October 5, 2019 SAT / SAT Subject September 6, 2019 September 24, 2019

*November 2, 2019 SAT / SAT Subject October 3, 2019 October 22, 2019

*December 7, 2019 SAT / SAT Subject November 8, 2019 November 26, 2019

March 14, 2020 SAT ONLY February 14, 2020 March 3, 2020 *May 2, 2020 SAT / SAT Subject April 3, 2020 April 21, 2020 *June 6, 2020 SAT / SAT Subject May 8, 2020 May 27, 2020

ACT – www.act.org

Test Date Test Offered

Registration Deadline

Late Registration

September 14, 2019 ACT August 16, 2019 August 30, 2019 October 26, 2019 ACT September 20, 2019 October 4, 2019

December 14, 2019 ACT November 8, 2019 November 22, 2019 February 8, 2020 ACT January 10, 2020 January 17, 2020 April 4, 2020 ACT February 28, 2020 March 13, 2020 June 13, 2020 ACT May 8, 2020 May 22, 2020 July 18, 2020 ACT June 19, 2020 June 26, 2020

Fee Waivers for qualifying students are available in the

Career Center

Sophomores and Juniors - Fall 2019 Freshmen - Spring 2020

LOCATION CODES Central - 05258 Bullard - 05256 Edison - 05260

Hoover - 05268 Clovis West - 05261

December is last test available for Seniors!

Test Date

*Test is offered

at Central

COLLEGE OPTIONS

COLLEGE OPTIONS

Description

Vocational/Tech

Schools

Degree

CommunityCollege

Cal StateUniversity

Universityof

California

PrivateColleges

Out ofState

An educationalinstitution that

provides job-training for a

specific skill or area.

A public educationinstitution thatprovides both

workforceprograms and

academic programs,including collegetransfer options.

A system of 23public, 4-yearuniversities in

California.

A system of 9 public,4-year universities in

California.

Military

There are over 100private colleges in

CA.  Private schoolsare independently

funded and typicallysmaller than publicschools.  Many havereligious affiliations.

Every state has theirown system of publiceducation as well as

private schools. There can be majordifferences in the

application processand availability for

financial aid.

The military offersseveral educational

opportunities. Speaking to a

recruiter isrecommended tolearn about your

options.

Qualifications Cost Pros/Cons

Certificatequalifying agraduate to

work in aspecific trade.

Certificate,AssociatesDegree orAssociatesDegree for

Transfer to a 4-year college.

Bachelor'sDegree.

Bachelor'sDegree.

Bachelor'sDegree for 4-

year colleges oruniversities

All 4-yearschools offer

Bachelor'sDegrees

Options vary.

High schooldiploma.Application and allfollow-up steps.

High schooldiploma.  Application and allfollow-up steps.A placement testmay be required. 

Complete A-Grequirements inhigh school SAT or ACT scores.ApplicationMeet eligibilityindex (pg. )

Minimum 3.0 GPAComplete A-Grequirements inhigh school SAT or ACT scores.4 short essays onapplication

Private schools caneach set their own

qualifications.  Mostrequire A-G and SAT or

ACT scores.

Out of state schoolscan each set their own

qualifications.  Mostrequire that certaincourses have been

completed and SAT orACT scores.

Take the ASVAB todetermine your

military qualifications.

Costs varydepending onthe school and

length ofprogram. 

Typically theseprograms are

more than CC.

$46 per unitplus

additionalfees and

books. (*in2019)

Tuition -$5742 foryear (*in

2019) Room & Board,

Student Feesand Books vary

Tuition -$12,630 for

year (*in2019)

Room & Board,Student Fees

and Books vary

Costs varybut are

generallymuch morethan public

schools. Average is

about$30,000 per

year

Costs varybut you will

typicallyspend more. You cannot

use Cal Grantin another

state.

Speak to yourrecruiter.

short programsquicker entry intoworkforce

higher costlimited to a specifictrade

Pros:

Cons:

affordableoption to transferfresh start forstruggling students

may take longer tograduate

Pros:

Cons:

affordablesimple admissionsprocessreputable system

may take longer tograduate in impactedprograms

Pros:

Cons:

excellent institutionsopportunities foradvanced degrees andresearch

more expensive competitive admissionprocess

Pros:

Cons:

smaller school andclass sizesenvironmentconducive to learning

most expensive option

Pros:

Cons:

new experienceschool you've alwayswanted to attend

likely more expensivedistance from home

Pros:

Cons:

affordable educationoptionsjob opportunities

potentially a long-termcommitmentpossibly far from home

Pros:

Cons:

Community College

College Application Overview

Reg-To-GoProcess includes

application,orientation,

placement testing,advising, andregistration.

All Reg-To-Go stepswill be offered to allSeniors at Central.

$0 applicationfee and only

requirement ishigh schoolgraduation

Priorityapplication period

is September -November.

All other steps anddeadlines will be

announcedthrough Career

Center.

Students whocomplete all Reg-

To-Go steps ontime and meet

deadlines will haveearlier access to

class registration.

StartHere

Here is an overview of the application process for each of the 3 major collegesystems in California.  Private and out-of-state schools each have their own

processes and deadlines.

CSUSystem

Application isonline using awebsite called

"Cal State Apply"

There is oneapplication for all

23 schools.

Students will beexpected to supplygrades for all A-G

classes and SAT orACT scores.

$55application fee

for eachuniversity that

you apply to.

Application isopen from

October 1 -November 30.

The CSU uses acalculation of GPA

and SAT or ACTscores to determine

eligibility foradmission.  Studentsare notified starting

in March.

StartHere

UC System

Application isonline.  

There is one

application for all9 schools.

Students will beexpected to supplygrades for all A-G

classes, SAT or ACTscores, list extra-

curricular activities,awards,  and writeresponses to 4 UCInsight Questions.

$70application fee

for eachuniversity that

you apply to.

Application isavailable August1 - November 30.

UC Applicationsare read andreviewed by

admissions officersbefore a decision is

made.  Studentsare notifiedstarting late

March.

StartHere

FAFSAstep by step

completing

Go to fsaid.ed.gov andfollow the steps to "Createan FSA ID"

Create an FSA ID1 2Have a parent create anFSA ID

*From October 1, 2019 - March 2, 2020Collect the following documents andinformation before beginning your FAFSA:

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4Begin FAFSA After you submit the FAFSA:

Enter your email (use a personalemail!)Create a username and password.Enter your personal information(SSN, Birthday, address, etc.)Complete Challenge Questions.Review your informationVerify with either a text code oremail code.

Only one parent needs to create an FSAID.If your parent already has an accountfrom their own college attendance or anolder sibling, they must use the sameaccount.Be careful that all information (namespelling, SSN, address, etc. is correctand matches your IRS forms and collegeapplications.Parents without a SSN will not need anFSA ID.  They will sign a signature pageupon completing the FAFSA.

FSA ID NOTES

2018 Tax Return2018 W-2's for both parents.(if applicable)2018 student tax information(if applicable)Asset Information

Go to FAFSA.ed.govand start a new FAFSA

You should receive an email confirming thatyour FAFSA was "SUCCESSFULLYPROCESSED"If you receive an email or letter about FAFSAcorrections or errors, return to FAFSA.ed.govCreate an account on Webgrants 4 Students- https://mygrantinfo.csac.ca.gov/Use Webgrants to check on the status of yourCal Grant, confirm your school of attendance,and verify your graduation date.

If you receive an email or letter about FAFSAcorrections, return to FAFSA.ed.gov to makethe corrections ASAP.Contact the financial aid department at yourcollege to request a financial aid package.

Contact Mrs. Brooks (Career Center Advisor)if you have questions or need assistance.

559-276-0280 jbrooks@centralusd.k12.ca.us

Scholarships &Financial Aid

Paying for college can be overwhelming.  Collegecan be affordable, but understanding the optionsavailable and meeting deadlines is important.

Understanding

Free Money (renews every year)

You're eligible just by filling out FAFSA

Pell Grants, Cal Grants, andMiddle Class Scholarships

Amount based on financial need andGPA.

Ask Questions!

Free Money (renewal depends on source)

This money comes from your college.

Talk to your school's financial aid office.

Schools may give money for academics,sports, music, course of study.

Grants School Financial Aid

Deadline for FAFSA is March 2.

You and your parents must create aFSA ID before filling out the FAFSA.

START withFAFSA

  Think about all the costs related to school -tuition, housing, books, food, a computer, etc.  

The largest amounts of money you receive will most likely comefrom the sources above.  Plenty of students still need additional

money to pay for school.  

Usually 1 time moneyUsually merit based (grades, extra-curriculars, community involvement,etc)Check National Searches:

Private and OrganizationScholarships

Loans

Fastweb.comCappex.comBigfuture.org*Careeronestop.org*

Check the Central CareerCenter and website for localscholarships.

ASK QUESTIONS! DO RESEARCH!

MEETDEADLINES!

If your financial aid does not cover thefull cost of school, loans might be anoption.  Loans are money you borrowand pay back with interest.

Federal Student loans have lowerinterest rates and flexiblerepayment.Private and bank loans might costyou more in interest and fees. (becareful with these)

Work Study -                                 on campus jobsthat help pay for school.

   The Governing Board is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual

or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital, pregnancy, or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity orexpression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.