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A Counseling Department PublicationVol. 22, 2021-20222017 GoldRibbon School2017 ASCARecognizedModel ProgramPRINCIPAL'S MESSAGETo The Current and Future Sharks,As the Principal of Santiago High School, I wanted to welcome you to one of the “BEST” High Schools in SouthernCalifornia. We are truly the Home of Scholars, Achievers, and Champions! As a large organization, we prideourselves on being excellent in the 4 A’s- Academics, Activities, Arts, and Athletics. It is vital to get involved andfind your place. Our staff will be there to support and guide you through this process.Our counseling staff does an outstanding job working with students to complete their four-year plan andestablish goals for each student. The goal for all of our students is that they will be challenged by taking the mostrigorous classes available in preparation for their future college and career choices. In order to do this, studentsare strongly encouraged to take classes designed to complete the A-G requirements for CSU, UC, and privatecollege acceptance. Students are also offered a variety of elective CTE pathways geared toward careeropportunities. In addition to academic pursuits, students are also encouraged to get connected to school life viaour many co-curricular activities. Ultimately, our staff strives to foster an environment tailored to meet theacademic, emotional, and social needs of our community.We fully understand the transition from one grade to the next is overwhelming at times. In an attempt to helpparents and students transition smoothly and answer pressing questions of the unknown, our counselingdepartment created The Shark Scheduler. The Shark Scheduler will transform to a digital platform this year for thefirst time. It is a great resource for parents, and students to navigate your way through an overwhelming process.You will find information on student registration, course sequence/offerings, our daily schedule, four-yeareducational plans, college admissions, SAT/ACT, and much more. You will also find important information athttps://santiago.cnusd.k12.ca.us/counseling where the counselors update information regularly. We are confidentthat our students will have the very best high school experience possible while realizing their futureopportunities. As Scholars, Achievers, and Champions, our students deserve the very best! We look forward to thefuture of Santiago High School and the future of all our students.Kenny Torres, Ed.D., PrincipalSantiago High SchoolPara los Sharks presentes y del futuroComo director de la Escuela Preparatoria de Santiago, quiero darles la bienvenida a una de las "MEJORES" escuelaspreparatorias del sur de California. ¡Somos verdaderamente el hogar de los académicos, de los triunfadores y delos campeones! Al ser una gran organización, nos enorgullecemos de ser excelentes en las 4 A's- Académicas,Actividades, Artes y Atletismo. Es vital que te involucres y encuentres tu lugar. Nuestro personal estará allí paraapoyar y guiarte a través de este proceso.Nuestro personal de consejería hace un trabajo excepcional trabajando con los estudiantes para completar su plande cuatro años y establecer metas para cada estudiante. El objetivo de todos nuestros estudiantes es que se lesrete a tomar las clases más rigurosas disponibles en preparación para sus futuras elecciones de Universidad yCarrera. Para hacer esto, se recomienda a los estudiantes que tomen clases diseñadas para completar los requisitosA-G para la CSU, UC, y la aceptación de universidades privadas. A los estudiantes también se les ofrece unavariedad de caminos electivos de CTE orientados a las oportunidades de una carrera. Además de las actividadesacadémicas, se anima a los estudiantes a que se conecten a la vida escolar a través de nuestras muchas actividadesco-curriculares. Por último, nuestro personal se esfuerza por fomentar un entorno adaptado a las necesidadesacadémicas, emocionales y sociales de nuestra comunidad.Entendemos que la transición de un grado a otro es a veces abrumadora. En un intento de ayudar a los padres yestudiantes a hacer una transición sin problemas y responder a las preguntas urgentes de lo desconocido, nuestrodepartamento de consejería creó el Shark Scheduler (Planificador Shark). El Planificador Shark se transformará enuna plataforma digital este año por primera vez. Es un gran recurso para los padres, y los estudiantes para navegarsu camino a través de un proceso abrumador. Encontrará información sobre el registro de estudiantes, secuenciade cursos y oportunidades, nuestro programa diario, planes educativos de cuatro años, admisiones auniversidades, SAT y ACT, y mucho más. Podrá encontrar información importante enhttps://santiago.cnusd.k12.ca.us/counseling, donde los consejeros actualizan la información regularmente.Estamos seguros de que nuestros estudiantes tendrán la mejor experiencia posible en la escuela preparatoriamientras se dan cuenta de sus futuras oportunidades. ¡Como Académicos, Triunfadores y Campeones, nuestrosestudiantes se merecen lo mejor! Esperamos el futuro de la Escuela Preparatoria Santiago y el futuro de todosnuestros estudiantes.Kenny Torres, Ed.D., DirectorSantiago High SchoolKenny Torres, Ed.D., PrincipalIN THIS ISSUE.Santiago General Info. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2College & Graduation Info. . . . . . . . . 3Career PathwaysCollege & Career . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5Advance Placement Info. . . . . . . . . . . 6Internship/Articulation/Tutoring . . . . 7Counseling & Registration Info. . . . . 8Making up Credits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9PLC & Special Program Info. . . . . . . 10Athletics & Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Course Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . 12-22

SHARK SCHEDULERPage 2SANTIAGO HIGH SCHOOLRESOURCESSchool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 739-5600(General Information, leave a message for a teacher)Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 739-5616(Report and clear absences, off campus passes)Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Assistant Principal . . . . . . .Counseling Department . . .College and Career Center .Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Registrar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39-5604(Transcripts, new student registration)School Nurse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 739-5600(Health screenings, medical information)Student Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 739-5611(I.D. cards, P.E. clothes, supplies)Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 739-5615(Research, internet use, tutoring)Work Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 739-5620(Work permits)PrincipalKenny Torres, Ed.D.Assistant PrincipalsKristen Harris, Ed.D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SeniorsMelissa Bako, Ed.D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JuniorsJon Shaw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SophomoresDawn Smith, Ed.D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FreshmanJt Cameron, Ed.D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FreshmanSteve Mitchell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AthleticsJordon Samson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ActivitiesCounselorsHELPFUL WEBSITESTHE FOLLOWING WEBSITES ARE EXCELLENTSOURCES OF INFORMATIONACT registrationwww.actstudent.orgAssociation of Independent California Colleges & UniversitiesGeneral information and college profiles of 71independent colleges and universities in Californiawww.ciccu.eduCalifornia College Guidance Initiative (CCGI)www.californiacolleges.eduCollege Aid Sources for Higher Education scholarship andfinancial aid informationwww.wiredscholarship.comMariana Nuñes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A - ChauMariana.Nunes@cnusd.k12.ca.usCollege viewCollege search, career search, financial aid and scholarshipwww.collegeview.comJohnny Campos . . . . . . . . . . Chav - Cle, AVID A -K & ELJCampos@cnusd.k12.ca.usCollege Board OnlineSAT information, financial aid, scholarshipswww.collegeboard.orgChristine Berg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coa - GlCBerg@cnusd.k12.ca.usCal State ApplyCalifornia State University system - general information,application, etc.www.calstate.edu/applyNathan Theune . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gn - KorNTheune@cnusd.k12.ca.usMaritza Partida . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kos - Mas & AVID L - ZMPartida@cnusd.k12.ca.usCarlos Estrada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mat - PiniCarlos.Estrada@cnusd.k12.ca.usKristen Matsumoto. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pino - SolKMatsumoto@cnusd.k12.ca.usValencia Applegate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Som - ZValencia.Applegate@cnusd.k12.ca.usSandy Sullivan . . . . . . . . . . . . . Intervention CounselorSSullivan@cnusd.k12.ca.usIntervention CounselorSandy SullivanCollege & Career TechnicianLisa WendtEL CoordinatorApplicants can submit official test scores to one CSU campus &scores will be sent to all campuses where the applicant tting into the ip and financial aid onal Outlook ty of California system - educational opportunities,admission and financial aid at the Universities of Californiawww.ucop.edu/pathwaysSantiago Canyon Collegeadmissions@sccollege.eduSAT Registrationwww.collegeboard.comNorco Collegeadmissions@norcocollege.eduNoemi Macias-MoraRiverside Community Collegewww.rcc.eduSANTIAGO SCHOOL WEBSITEStudents with Disabilitieswww.health.gwu.eduwww.dor.ca.govLog on to the Santiago website for up-to-dateinformation from specific departments and forinformation about upcoming eventsSantiago.cnusd.k12.ca.usSummer Internshipsstc.cahwnet.gov/HOTTOPIC/intern.htTest Preparationprincetonreview.comkaplan.com

SHARK SCHEDULERG R A D U AT I O NANDGRADUATION REQUIREMENTS1. 220 credits2. 5 credits are earned for each semester courseREQUIRED COURSESGrade9Language ArtsxSocial Studies0MathematicsxSciencexPhysical EducationxHealthxWorld Languageor Fine ArtsxC O L L E G E I N F O R M AT I O N“ Q ” S T U D E N T CO N N E C ars432*2**21/21***Required Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220*1.**2.***3.This includes at least 10 credits of Integrated Math I.UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA- www.ucop.edu./pathwaysE.F.G.Step 2: Enter your Username & Password to sign in.(Your Username is your 6-digit Student ID#) Is this your first time logging in? YourTemporary Password will be the first letterof your first name (capitalized) and lastname (lowercase) and birthdate month,date, and four-digit year.For example: Joe Smith August 3, 2021,Your password would be: Js832021 If you are asked to create a new password,the new password must be at least 8characters long, use a capital letter and anumber. For example, “Santiago2021”These 10 credits must be taken in either Fine Arts or WorldLanguage; not 5 credits from each area.EARLY DISMISSAL & LATE ARRIVALPermitted only in grade 12 to students who are not deficient in credits.No credits earned and only Early Dismissal or Late Arrival is permitted; not both.D.Step 1: Go to the Santiago Home Page(https://Santiago.cnusd.k12.ca.us).Click on “myCNUSD” at the top of the page.This includes one year of Biological Science and one year ofPhysical Science.COURSES & CREDIT RESTRICTIONSLab assistant - 20 credits maximum. School services 10 credits maximum.These courses may be taken in grades 11 or 12 only. No more than 5 creditsallowed per semester.A.B.C.Page 3Specific high school course requirements recommended forstudents planning to attend a 4 year college or university.History/Social Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 years requiredEnglish Composition, literature, etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 years requiredMathematics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 years requiredIntegrated Math I, II, & III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 years recommendedLaboratory Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 years requiredBiology and Chemistry or Physics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 years recommendedWorld Language (Spanish, French) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 years requiredVisual & Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 year requiredCollege Prep Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 year requiredFor the subject "G" area, one year-long class from the following subject areasmust be selected: English, Advanced Mathematics, Lab Science, WorldLanguage, Social Science, or Visual and Performing Arts.The semester grade in each required course must be at least "C" or better. Aunit is equal to an academic year, or two semesters of study.Step 3: Once logged on, under “myCNUSD,” you will findyour Q Student Connect, Email, & “Digital Suite.”(*Digital Suite is where your Google Classroomsare located.)“ Q ” PA R E N T CO N N E C TSantiago High School has “Q” Parent Connect, an excitingweb-based application designed to enhanceparent-school communications. Parents are stronglyencouraged to track their student’s progress. If parentshave questions about their student’s academic progress,they can e-mail teachers directly through this program.SAT Reasoning or ACT test is also required. As of Fall 2011 the SAT SubjectTests are no longer required to meet the entrance requirements for theU.C. system.To access “Q” Parent Connect, follow these steps:CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITYhttps://parentconnect.cnusd.k12.ca.us- www.calstate.edu/applyA. History/Social Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 years requiredB. English Composition, literature, etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 years requiredC. Mathematics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 years requiredIntegrated Math I, II, & III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 years recommendedD. Laboratory Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 years requiredLife Science and Physical Science, Biology and Chemistry or Physics, etc.E. World Language (Spanish, French) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 years requiredF. Visual and Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 year requiredG. College Prep Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 year requiredFor the subject "G" area, one year-long class from the following subject areasmust be selected: English, Advanced Mathematics, Lab Science, WorldLanguage, Social Science, or Visual and Performing Arts.PRIVATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIESCheck college websites for specific entrance requirements.College entrance test (SAT or ACT) is usually required.COMMUNITY COLLEGE ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS - CaliforniaCommunity Colleges www.icanaffordcollege.comProficiency certificate, high school diploma, or 18 years of age are required foradmission. Community Colleges offer 2-year college degrees, certificateprograms, and 4-year college transfer programs.Step 1: Go to the Parent Connect homepage at:Step 2: Enter your PIN and PASSWORD to sign in.*If you do not know your PIN and Password, please select theNEED MY LOGIN INFORMATION link on the Parent Connecthomepage sign-in box. For further assistance, please call theSantiago Registrar’s Office at (951) 739-5604, or theCounseling Office at (951) 739-5606.ONLINE TUTORIALS ARE AVAILABLE:On the left-hand side of the Parent Connect Sign-In page,look forHOW TO: Parent Connect tutorials for more informationon: Accessing Student DocumentsInstructional Program Choice/DeviceNeedsMobile App InfoOnline RegistrationParent Connect FeaturesUpdate Contact InfoUpload Documents

SHARK SCHEDULERPage 4CareerPathwayCompletionPLUSONESBAC: 3 on ELA or Mathand 2 on the other.College CourseOne semester or two quarters(2 years, C or better)SBAC3 or higher on bothELA and MathCollege CreditCourse2 semestersHigh SchoolGraduation plusone of thefollowing optionsindicates collegeand careerreadiness.VisualArtPathwaysatSantiagoH i gVisualhArt PathwaysSatcSan agohHS o o lTier 1: Choose an area of interest (9-12th)APPass 2 exams witha 3 or betterCTE Pathway CompletionA-GCompletionPLUSONEC or betterSBAC: 3 on ELA or Mathand 2 on the otherPass 1 AP testDigital ArtsDigitalPhoto I* Class is not A-G approvedArt 2DGraphicDesign IAnima onIVisualArts IArt 3DDrawingandPain ng ICeramics ITier 2: Continue an area of interest (10-12th) Must have passed a Tier 1 class with a C or better.DigitalPhoto IIPass 1 semester of acollege courseGraphicDesign IIAnima onIIVisualArts IIDrawingandPain ng IICeramicsIIVideo Produc onTier 3/4: Continue an area of interest (11-12th) Must have passed a Tier 1 and Tier 2 class with a B or better.State Sealof BiliteracyPhoto IIITVProduc onShark TV*AP Studio2D**AP StudioDrawingandPain ng***** AP ART HISTORYAP Art AP Studio no art prerequisiteHistory*** 3D**required** AP STUDIO classes requires teacher approval and application to enrollMilitaryScienceJROTCPLUSSBAC: 3 on ELA or Mathand 2 on the other4 Course Completer with AP Concentra on PathwayMust have a B or better in 4 courses including APVisual Arts Cer ficate AwardDis nguished Gradua on Cord3 Course Completer PathwayMust have a B or better in 3 courses, at least 1 course is at Tier 2Visual Arts Cer ficate AwardHonorary Gradua on CordUNDERCONSTRUCTIONUNDERCONSTRUCTIONALLIED HEALTH PATHWAYAllied Health Pathway (AHP)is designed for students seekinga career in the allied health field.For students with a stronginterest in medicine.2021 School Year course offerings:Medical Anatomy & Physiology 11th gradeSports Medicine 11th/12th gradeAdvanced Sports MedicineMedical InternshipsWork ExperienceSports Therapy / First Aid / EMTHOSA - Future Health ProfessionalsOrganizationFor specific course descriptionsplease refer to the course catalogsection of this newspaper.

SHARK SCHEDULERPage 5What is Articulation?Articulation is a process that allows a student to receivea letter grade, along with the unit value for the course,on their college transcript for high school courses.Articulation reduces the need for students to repeat courseworkin college and facilitates a smooth transition from high schoolto college. It allows students to more efficiently reach theireducational and career goals.CTE Articulated Courses at Santiago High School:Introduction to Business 1a/1bBusiness Management & Leadership 1a/1bBusiness 1a/1bDigital Drawing for Game Art 1a/1bGame Design Principles 1a/1bHistory of Video Games (S)Intro to Game Programming (S)Intro to Simulation and Game Development (S)Digital Photography 1a/bTechnology Applications 1a/1bArchitectural Design 1a/1b (6 units)Intro to Engineering and Architecture 1a/1b (6 units)CAD 2a/2bPRE-ENGINEERING Do you like to work with computers? Draw and design things? Solve problems? Work with others? Figure out why things work the way they do?If your answer is "yes" to any of these questions, then maybe your future is in engineering. The Pre-Engineering major is a highly developedand recognized career path at Santiago. You will experience the latest in technology. College credit is available for some courses youcomplete at Santiago and you may participate in exciting internships and apprenticeships. As a Pre-Engineering student, you areencouraged to participate in SKILLS USA and take advanced math and science courses as a firm foundation for your coursework in this major.1 1 TH & 1 2 TH G r a d e I n t e r n s h i pBENEFITS OF INTERNSHIPSome Of Our Current CNUSD Partners Are: Obtain an opportunity to work in a career related/professionalenvironment. Students get the chance to evaluate, and be introduced to careers. Gain valuable experience that helps secure future employment whileearning course credit. Acquire professional networking contacts. Classroom learning is more interesting. CNUSD District OfficePARTNERSHIPS ARE EXPANDING El Cerrito IntermediateSome Of Our Current Affiliate Partners Are: Animal and Bird Hospital Peppermint Ridge City Of Corona GlobalOne Advisors, Inc. Corona Chamber Of Commerce Pet Patrol Circor Sycamore Creek Veterinary Clinic City Of Norco City of Norco Fender Museum City of Eastvale CNUSD Child Nutrition Orange Elementary Susan B Anthony Elementary Foothill Elementary Eisenhower Elementary Woodrow Wilson Elementary Home Gardens Academy Garretson Elementary John Adams ElementaryMaximize work-based learning opportunities that willadd relevance to your academic learning!!See your counselor or Ms. Fulcher in F106 for details.

SHARK SCHEDULERPage 6AdvancedPlacementHighlighting Student SuccessFive Claims Confirmedby Multiple Research StudiesIn general, students who earn a 3 or higheron the AP exam.- Perform well in subsequent college courses inthe discipline.- Perform well overall in their first year of college.N EED E XTRA H ELP ?Different types of academic assistance supportsare offered to A.P. Students.- Are more likely to graduate in four years.See your teacher for more information regarding:- Are more likely to major in their AP subjectrelated discipline. Re-teaching- Are more likely to have better outcomes in collegecompared to students who take dual enrollmentcourses.Advanced Placement (AP) courses involve rigorous,intense study. Students are expected to fulfillprerequisites in order to acquire adequate skills forthese highly rigorous courses. Most AP courses aretaken in the junior and senior year and summerassignments are required. Please check with thedepartment or school website.Students who are planning on applying tocompetitive colleges will find that these courses willhelp prepare them for college and possibly give themthe competitive edge in being accepted. It is highlyrecommended by colleges that students who enroll inAP classes take the AP exam in May.Students who complete AP classes with a grade of Cor better will receive one extra grade point whichhelps to raise their GPA. TutoringAcademic Lettering Criteriafor Santiago High SchoolTo earn an Academic Letter the student must have a3.6 or higher GPA (weighted) for EACH semester of theprevious academic year. This applies to full time students only. Part-time students are not eligible.The award is based on the previous school year’sgrades, therefore students are awarded as sophomores, juniors and seniors only. Freshmen are noteligible and graduates cannot come back to claim aletter from their senior year.Grades for the previous school year are checked foreach student in grades 10, 11 and 12 grade during thefall and awards are usually given by the end of the 1stsemester.Certificates are distributed to all award winners. Students must come to the Shark Shop to pick up or purchase the actual patches.Students whoADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSEScomplete APsesP courAcourses and passatoffered :The following courses are available for the 2019-2020 school yeargoSantiaend of the year APexams may receive AP Art HistoryAP Environmental Science AP PsychologyAP ResearchAP European Historytransferable college AP BiologyAP SeminarAP FrenchAP Calculus ABcredit prior toAP Spanish LanguageAP GovernmentAP Calculus BCAP Spanish LiteratureAP Music Theorygraduating from high AP ChemistryAP Studio Arts: DrawingAP Physics 1AP Computer Scienceschool.AP Studio Arts: 2DAP Computer Science Principles AP Physics 2Students need toAP Studio Arts: 3DAP Physics CAP English LanguageAP U.S. HistoryAP Probability & Statisticscheck with their col- AP English LiteratureAP World Historylege and choice ofSee your counselor or visit CollegeBoard.org for more information!major for exact deSantiago High Schooltails on how thesecredits will be used. Home of Scholars, Achievers, and Champions!Challenge Yourself Sharks!

SHARK SCHEDULERCorona-Norco Unified School DistrictDistrict-wideCollege & Career FairOctober, 20205:00pm - 8:00pmEleanor Roosevelt High SchoolOctober 20217447 Scholar Way,Corona, CA 92880Page 7Santiago LocalScholarshipApplicationCan be used for any vocational schools, community collegeor 4 year universities. Many scholarships are not based onacademics, but look for students who are great leaders,volunteer in the community or belong to certainclubs/organizations.1. Download the fillable application form in the LocalScholarships page larships/shs local scholarships2. Review the Local Scholarship list to see whatscholarships you might be eligible to apply for.3. Follow the 6 easy steps on the Local Scholarshipspage.4. Make sure you fill out the FAFSA to be eligible toreceive your money if you receive a scholarship.Local ScholarshipsFebruary 2021Submit your application materials to the Counseling OfficeCollege & CareerCenter Locatedin the LibraryFinancial Aid forHigher EducationThe single most effective way to receive financial aid to attend a 4year public or private college, community college or trade schoolis by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA) at fafsa.govWhat kind of financial aid can the FAFSA offer you? Federal Grants Cal GrantsCal Grant A for 4 year programs (3.0 or higher GPA)Cal Grant B for 4 year programs (2.0 of higher GPA)Cal Grant C for vocational/certificate or AA degrees. Promise GrantPays tuition at community colleges. Middle Class GrantsThe newest grant that allowsfamilies with higher income toqualify. State University Grants UC Blue and Gold Grants Subsidized and unsubsidized federal loansFederal loans tend to have better interest rates thanprivate institutions.The Santiago High School Career Center offersmany resources to every student regardingpreparation for colleges and careers. Career Information: We have extensive resources to assistany student with finding that perfect career. College Entrance Exam Study Guides : SAT and ACTmaterials, registration information and study guides. College Library: A comprehensive collection of collegebrochures and catalogs are available to assist with college,vocational, technical, art & design research. College Presentations: Colleges and universities arescheduled to visit Santiago High School. Financial Aid: We have many resources and support forapplying for scholarships. Military: Interested in a career in the military? We have awide variety of information for all branches. Militaryrepresentatives are available to meet with studentsthroughout the year. Scholarships: All of the latest information on freescholarship search engines and a list of scholarshipsorganized by due dates. Guest Speakers: college, career, and military presentations. Many colleges use the FAFSA application when consideringscholarship awards.Apply for financial aid beginning October 1st of your senior year.Apply before March 2nd to be eligible for Cal Grant funds.Apply at fafsa.govSHS College Career

SHARK SCHEDULERPage 8Counseling Mission & Vision StatementThe community of Santiago High School cultivates compassionate, innovative andresponsible students by providing opportunities to meet the challenges of the 21stcentury.Our goal is to reach 100% graduation and prepare students for their post-secondarygoals. Our focus is to increase A-G university eligibility while encouraging academic rigorthrough enrollment of Advanced Placement courses regardless if students will be enteringa university, community college, vocational school, military, or the work force. As thecompetitiveness, expectations, and skill level increase in the global market, counselorshave analyzed the data and trends resulting in the placement of students in the mostchallenging and rigorous course of study.Follow us!@CounselingSHSSantiago’s Counseling Department has created a resource that gives you a quick access to important information. On our website you can:Contact your counselor, find information obout colleges and careers, get intervention resources and find out about financial aid. Thewebsite is located at https://www.santiagocounseling.com/. We suggest you take a few minutes to look at it; you will be glad that you did.COUNSELING PROGRAMSStudents will meet individually/virtually with their counselors to renew their progress towards graduation anddiscuss future academic and career goals. High school graduation and college requirements Information on taking the PSAT as a preliminary test as wellas SAT and ACT college testing/counseling information ASVAB career testing Senior/Junior Parent Night Princeton Review practice SAT and ACT Grade level assemblies include: new classes, pathways,college application and essay workshops, graduationrequirements, college requirements, financial aid workshops,local scholarships presentations and college presentations. Incoming freshman parent and student counselor meeting College and career presentations/field trips District college and career fairAll students will attend an informational meeting during springsemester and receive all scheduling and advisement information toregister for next year's classes. Incoming freshman and parents areinvited to

departamento de consejería creó el Shark Scheduler (Plani cador Shark). El Plani cador Shark se transformará en una plataforma digital este año por primera vez. Es un gran recurso para los padres, y los estudiantes para navegar su camino a través de un proceso abrumador. Encontrará información sobre el registro de estudiantes, secuencia