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Role of the Counselor Important Dates to Remember Graduation Requirements Subjects and Courses Course Selection Navigating High School Thank You & Good Night!
Alphabet
Counselor Contact Info.
A – Cha Jessica Coulson [email protected]
Che – Fo Ian Farr [email protected]
Fr – Ki Nancy Conti [email protected]
Kl – Ni Melissa Bergstedt [email protected]
No – San Jenifer Levy-Wendt
Sap – Z Vivian Srouji [email protected]
The San Ramon Valley High School counselors strive to assist students in achieving success in all aspects of their lives. Counselors get to know their students in grade nine and remain involved with them throughout high school, providing individual, ongoing guidance on academic, personal, extracurricular, and post-secondary options.
To Access your Counselor:• Drop-In before or after school, at brunch or lunch• By appointment during the school day• E-mail for quick questions
Students are encouraged to direct questions to their individual counselors.
Drop-In Sessions at SRVHS for Scheduling Questions:• Thursday, March 12th: 7:30 – 8:30• Tuesday, March 17th: 1:00 – 1:30• Thursday, March 19th: 3:15 – 4:00
Week of March 23rd • Online Registration: Saturday, March 21st – Wednesday,
March 25th
• March 26th: Return Course Selection Sheets and Online Course Verification/Parent Signature sheet to your middle school
**Parent Signature is required on both of the above forms.**
Monday, May 11th • Athletic Information Night
7:30 p.m. in the Commons/Cafeteria
Packet Pick-Up• Monday, August 10th & Tuesday, August 11th
Wolf Pack Days• Friday, August 14th & Wednesday, August 19th • Times TBD
Freshman Orientation• Thursday, August 20th: 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
First Day of School!• Tuesday, August 25th
Evening With the Principal• Wednesday, September 9th • 7:00 – 8:00, PAC
Back-to-School Night• Wednesday, September 16th • 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Subject Area Credits
English 40
Math – must pass Algebra I or equivalent 20
Social Studies 35
Science 20
Physical Education 20
Health 5
Breadth –Must complete 10 credits in two of the following three areas:oWorld LanguagesoVisual & Performing ArtsoCareer Technology/ Applied Arts
20
Electives 80
TOTAL 240
All students must have six classes
Per SRVUSD Policy, students must be enrolled in periods 1 – 6
If available, students may take an “A” period, seventh class
A worksheet to map a course plan for your four years of high school is available online at www.srvhs.org• Online Course Catalogue, page 5
These are the planned course offerings for 2009 – 2010.
The entire SRVHS Course Offering Catalogue is available online at www.srvhs.org.
Please follow guidelines/prerequisites to promote success.
Budget and enrollment may impact whether or not these courses are provided.
English 9
World Geography (semester)
Transitions to Algebra
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Algebra II Advanced
Integrated Physical Science
Biology • Successful completion of Algebra I• Concurrent enrollment in Geometry or higher
Accelerated Biology• Grade of A in 8th grade English, Science, &
Algebra I• Concurrent enrollment in Geometry or higher• **Science Fair project required
Physical Education 9 • Required for all 9th grade students• Statewide physical performance test
Health 9 (semester)
Chinese Mandarin I Chinese Mandarin II
French I French II
Spanish I Spanish II
ASL (sign language): DVC spring semester course SIGN 280• 9th & 10th grade enrollment is subject to availability
and instructor approval
Art I 3D Art I Concert Band Jazz Band Dance I Men’s Ensemble Women’s Ensemble Oral Interpretation Orchestra Theatre Arts I
**All classes are Year Long.**
Auto I (semester) Career Exploration (semester) Child Development (semester or year) Culinary Arts I (semester) Culinary Arts II (semester) Internet Essentials (semester) Intro to Computer
Applications/Keyboarding (semester) Java Programming/Computer I (semester)
• Requires successful completion of Algebra I
Journalism (semester) Marching Program (fall semester)
Unscheduled A Fall (semester) Unscheduled A Spring (semester)
IEP is required for Special Education.
• Orientation about high school resource
programs will be presented by SRVHS Resource
Teachers:
Stone Valley: Monday, March 23rd
Charlotte Wood: Thursday, March 26th
** Please contact your current resource teacher for
specific times. **
Participation by Try Outs (except Track and Cross Country)
Must have a 2.0 GPA in previous semester or quarter
Athletic Night:• Monday, May 11th
• 7:30 p.m. in the Commons/Cafeteria
Athletic Director: John Raynor• [email protected]• 552-3005
The SRVHS Career Center is available as a resource for:• College & Career Information (including college rep
visits, computer searches, video & college catalogues)
• SAT & ACT Testing Information• Scholarships & Financial Aid Information• Work Permits• Job Board/Volunteer Opportunities
Career Center Coordinators:• Carolyn Mackell: 552-3007• Candy Jewett: 552-3007
Hours:• Monday – Friday, 8:00 – 4:00
Student Planner
Parent Handbook
Establish a Study
Schedule
Ask Questions
Do Homework
Student Advocacy
Attendance
Time Management• Balance curricular &
extra-curricular Social Transition Academic Support
• Math Lab• World Languages Lab• Science Lab• Social Studies• English
School Loop
1. Will I have to study differently in high school?2. How do my parents receive progress reports &
grades?3. Will I have my counselor for all 4 years?4. If I’m in a class and I’m not doing well, can I
change my class?5. If I’m in a class and don’t like my teacher, can I
change my class?6. Will I be behind if I take Integrated Physical
Science as a Freshman?7. Should I be in a 6- or 7-period day?8. Can I have PE 6th period because I play a sport
and will need to leave early for games?9. When do I start planning for college?
Thank you so much for attending!