welcome! freshman class of 2016
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Welcome! Freshman Class of 2016
Role of the Counselor
Important Dates to Remember
Graduation Requirements
Course Selection
How to complete Online Registration
The Alhambra 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.
Alphabet Counselor Contact Info.
A –
D Ellen Coleman [email protected]
313-0440 ext. 2128
E –
M Melissa Sackett [email protected]
313-0440 ext. 2041
N-Z Martha Hummel [email protected]
313-0440 ext. 2042
Registrar Maureen French [email protected]
313-0440 ext. 2043
Students can:
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Drop-In before or after school, at long passing or lunch
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By appointment during the school day
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E-mail for quick questions
Subject Area Credits A-G Requirements
English 4 Years 4 Years
Math –
must pass Algebra I 3 Years 3 Years* (must pass Algebra 2)
Social Studies 3 Years 2 Years
Science: 1 year Life Science1 year Physical Science
2 Years 2 Years **
Physical Education 2 Years
World Language 1 Year 2 Years
OR AND
Visual & Performing Arts 1 Year 1 Year
Electives 8 classes 1 Years College Prep Elec.
Community Service and Pass the CAHSEE Exam
* 4 Years recommended ** 3 years recommended
• These are the planned course offerings for 2012 –
2013.
• The entire AHS Course Catalog is available online.
• Please follow guidelines/prerequisites to promote success.
• Worksheet to map your four year plan
EnglishMathPhysical EducationPlus three
more courses of your choice
All freshmen must have six classes
• English 9• ELD• English Support
Course #1 of 6
Courses Available in Grades 10-12• 10th: English 10 or Pre-AP English• 11th: American Studies or AP English Language• 12th: English 12 or AP English Literature• Electives: Creative Writing & Yearbook
Algebra Readiness
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Math Support (optional)
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II/Trig
Courses Available 10th
-12th
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Pre-Calculus•
AP Statistics•
AP Calculus AB and BC•
Personal Finance
Course #2 of 6
Physical Education 9 •
Required for all 9th
grade students•
Statewide physical performance test•
Must pass PE 9 to take advance classes
Courses Available 10th – 12th
• Weight Training• Lifetime Activities• Ultimate Games
Course #3 of 6
EnglishMathPhysical Education
Plus three more courses of your choice
Choose three of the following:1. Math or English Support
Assigned
2. Social Studies
World Geography
3. Science
Science 1 or Biology
4. World Language
French or Spanish
5. Visual and Performing Arts
Ceramics, Art, Music or Drama
6. Career Technical Education
Auto, Wood, or auto CAD
Geography/World Cultures (9th
grade elective)•
Examine connections between people & their environment.
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Study the physical elements of the Earth.•
Learn about the cultures of the world.
Required Courses Grades 10-1210th : Modern World11th: American Studies or AP US History12th: Civics/Economics
Electives Available Gr 10-12Law; Religion/Psychology; Cultural Anthropology
Science 1•
Concurrent enrollment in Algebra or higher (recommended)•
Non-College Prep Course covering Earth Science Standards•
Meets Physical Science Graduation Requirement
Biology•
Concurrent enrollment in Geometry or higher (Required)•
Meets Life Science Graduation and UC Requirements
Courses Available 10th -12th
• Life Science or Biology• Chemistry, Chemistry Honors, AP Chemistry• AP Biology• Anatomy/Physiology• Physics
French I Spanish I Spanish II (Requires teacher recommendation from MJHS)
Recommended Prerequisites:
Score of at least 325 or higher on the English CST
2.0 GPA.
Courses Available Grades 10-12•Spanish 2, 3, 4 and AP•French 2, 3, 4
DRAMA 1: Introductory course: Students learn the tools of the actor: Voice, body and
imagination.
Students must be willing to take risks, perform in front of their peers, memorize lines and blocking as well as interact cooperatively with fellow actors.
BAND: Fall: Marching Band and Spring: Concert Band Performances at football games, parades and festivals will be a large part of this class.
ORCHESTRA: This is a performance class for all students with previous experience playing a string instrument. Evening performances are required in this class.
Prerequisite: Recommendation from the Middle School Music Teacher
ART SURVEY: Hands-on exploration with 2D and 3D materials. Explores cultural & historical connections in the arts.
ART 1: Emphasizes the Elements of Art, technique with a variety of drawing and painting media, and a variety of culturally diverse subject matter.
PHOTOGRAPHY 1: Intro course in traditional photography using a camera with black & white 35mm film. Students will study the history of photography, as well as learn to take, develop and print their own photos.
CERAMICS 1: Students will learn the building blocks of ceramics including: Coiling, Slab, Pinch, Hand building and Introduction to the wheel.
AUTO 1: Covers all basic automotive systems such as, the internal combustion engine. 2nd
Semester focuses on Auto Electrical & Basic Engine Performance.
WOODWORKING 1:
Students learn the safe use of basic woodworking machines, tools, materials, techniques and processes to produces quality pieces of woodwork.
COMPUTER-ASSISTED DRAFTING (CAD 1):Using advanced industry software from Autodesk students learn a variety of CAD (Computer Assisted Design) techniques covering 2D drafting as well as creating 3D computer models of products & architecture.
Choose three of the following:1. Math or English Support
Assigned
2. Social Studies
World Geography
3. Science
Science 1 or Biology
4. World Language
French or Spanish
5. Visual and Performing Arts
Ceramics, Art, Music or Drama
6. Career Technical Education
Auto, Wood, or auto CAD
6. Leadership
Must hold 9th
grade ASB position
You will need:
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Student Login Page click here•
Student User Name: (Used to log on to school computers)
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Student/Password: (Used to log on to school computers)
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Select MJHS Class of 2012
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Course Catalog for 2012-2013 (found online only on AHS website:
http://www.martinez.k12.ca.us/schools/ahs/
)
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9th grade course planning guide (Given to students)
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4-year course planning guide (Given to students)
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Parent/Guardian for Advice/Review
Provide an alternate choice for each of your three optional classes…
If you do not, we will.
Thank you so much for attending!
Your Second Session is in the Commons!