Back on Track: Success is in your hands

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Back on TrackSuccess is in your hands!

• Tuesday, October 28, 2008

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Tonights Agenda

• Graduation Requirements
• Student Transcripts and Grad Stats
• Expectations
• Student Attendance
• On Your Way to Success
• Services at Rancho Alamitos and in the Community

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Presentation Locations

• English Language Cafeteria
• Spanish Language North Gym
• Vietnamese Language Room 402
• Academy Students Room 404
• Childcare Room 403

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The High School Difference

• Intermediate School Promotion to High School
  with multiple failures. Little or no consequence
  for failing grades.
• High School Students will advance to the next
  grade level with multiple failures but will not
  graduate unless 220 credits are earned and the
  CAHSEE is passed.

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High School Graduation Requirements

• Obtain a minimum of 220 credits in specific
  subject areas. (60 credits per year)
• Complete Algebra 1 (two semesters)
• Successfully pass the California High School Exit
  Exam (CAHSEE) (350 points in each area)
• Math
• Language Arts
• 1st attempt (Spring 10th grade)
• Number of possible attempts (6)

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Graduation RequirementsFour-Year Academic Plan

• 10th Grade
• English 2
• Math
• PE
• World History
• Health
• 1 elective class

• 9th Grade
• English 1
• Math
• Science
• PE
• 2 elective classes

60 60 60 60 240 credits 220 Credits minimum
required to graduate
11th Grade English 3 Math Science US History 2
elective classes
12th Grade Civics/Economics English 4 4 elective
classes
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Student Transcript
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Student Graduation Status Report
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Grading Periods

• First Semester
• 1st Quarter Grade Summary November 7, 2008
• 2nd Quarter Progress Report December 5, 2008
• First Semester Grade January 30, 2009
• Second Semester
• 3rd Quarter Progress Report February 27, 2009
• 3rd Quarter Grade Summary April 3, 2009
• 4th Quarter Progress Report May 8, 2009
• Second Semester Grade June 17, 2009

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Grade Report
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Student Attendance

• Students are expected to have fewer than 10
  absences per year
• Appointments (doctor, dentist, etc.) are to be
  scheduled outside of school hours or on the
  weekends.
• Teleparent messages will be sent daily when
  students miss one or more periods during the day.
  Listen carefully to these messages and follow up
  by calling [phone].

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Attendance Report
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Getting Back on Track

• Pass all of your classes from now on
• Student must make up all failed courses
• Attend Mandatory after-school credit recovery
  classes
• Attend Summer School
• If these failed courses are not made up
• Referral to Alternative Educational Program
  (Hare, Access, Adult Education)

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Student Expectations

• Be active in your own learning.
• Be responsible and communicate with staff and
  peers.
• Attend school prepared and organized.
• Complete work This is the most important thing
  you can do to succeed in high school.
• Obey rules and respect others.

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Parent Responsibilities

• Participate in school functions (PTSO, 10
  Commandments, Back to School Night, Open House,
  sporting events, concerts, etc.)
• Communicate with teachers and staff
• Set goals for students and expect them to do
  homework
• Encourage students and be a good role model
• Monitor attendance and student progress

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Staying Informed

• Who do I call if my student is missing school?
• Call the attendance office at [phone] and
  speak with Betty Knitter (English) or Maria
  Michaels (English/Spanish).
• Who do I contact if my student is struggling in
  class?
• Call the Guidance office at [phone] and
  make an appointment to see the appropriate
  counselor.
• How do I contact a teacher?
• Call [phone] and ask for Zuly Martinez
  (English/Spanish) or Andy Dang (English/Vietnamese
  )
• Email the teacher by going to the schools
  website www.ranchoalamitoshs.org and select
  Rancho and find the teachers last name.

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Rancho Alamitos High School Contact Information

• Guidance Counselors [phone]
• Ms. Orozco (A-D)
• Mr. Bui (E-L)
• Mrs. Pham (M-Q)
• Mrs. Marx (R-Z)
• Mrs. Ramirez (Supplemental Counselor)
• Assistant Principals
• Ms. Koerner (A-G) [phone]
• Mr. Blair (H-O) [phone]
• Dr. Kohne (P-Z) [phone]
• Principal
• Mr. Mackay [phone]

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Tutorials

• Teacher Assistance Many teachers are available
  at lunch, before, and after school
• The Learning Center Library
• Monday through Thursday 300-400 PM

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Daily Planner Check

• Students are responsible to TRACK daily
  assignments. Parents need to CHECK their
  students planner DAILY.
• TeleParent will notify parents regarding homework
  and upcoming projects and tests.
• Assist students in planning time to study for
  projects and tests close to the end of the week
  or grading period.
• Verify your students assignments by checking the
  schools website at www.ranchoalamitoshs.org.

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On the Road to Success

• Help your student get organized.
• Develop a study routine.
• Communicate with your student and teachers.
• Encourage confidence and patience.
• Insist your student attend school every day

• Encourage extra-curricular activities
• Remind your teen to be clear about values and
  beliefs.
• Remind your teen to walk away from bad
  situations.

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Thank You for Coming!

• Questions Answers
• If you have any further questions, please see a
  counselor or administrator before you leave
  tonight.