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• Second Semester Schedule Change Policy
• Senior Individual Learning Plan Meetings
• Save the Date: Grade Level In-class Lessons
• Grade Level Postsecondary Preparedness Resources
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Saturday Success Academy
• College and Career Spotlight
  
• Upcoming Events
• Social Emotional / Mental Health

Courses are a year-long commitment at Centennial High School. There are very few changes second semester. Minimal balancing will occur and it may involuntarily make adjustments to student schedules for the first five days. Please be sure to view your schedule and continue to encourage your student to watch their schedule each morning for the first five days. This cannot be avoided and if a student is moved for balancing, the original schedule cannot be recovered. Thank you ahead of time for your understanding and thank you parents for helping any disappointed Huskies understand.

Appropriate changes may include a senior who requests late start, early release, or to support school operations with school service. With availability, some students may add a credit recovery course as well.

When to see your school counselor during the first week of 2nd semester:

• There is a missing class in the schedule
• There is a wrong class in the schedule
• The teacher changed, but you have the same class and the same period
• There is a course listed TWICE on your schedule
• There is a desire to add a credit recovery course for 2nd semester

School counselors are often approached for the following considerations, which are prohibited by the school's schedule changing policy:

• Picking a different teacher for 2nd semester
• Picking a preferred lunch
• Schedule matching with friends
• Picking periods for particular classes
• Switching out of a year-long course
• Switching out of a program (See the program coordinator. Only the program coordinator or assistant principal over the program can authorize a drop from the program mid-year.)
• Direct changes in Athletics (Talk to your coach. Your coach must work with the athletics office because only the athletics office can authorize a student to be enrolled/dropped into a sports period.)

If you wish to discuss any possible changes to your schedule, then please come at lunch to see your school counselor within the first week of school. No voluntary schedule changes will be considered after January 13, 2023.

Similar to the fall, beginning Jan. 23rd - Feb. 1st, SENIORS will be meeting with their school counselors to discuss their mid-year Individual Learning Plan (ILP). School couselors will be discussing the following with each student:

• Progress on post-secondary plan
• FAFSA/Dream Act Completion
• Graduation check and review

Please be preared with any questions your may have regarding you ILP.

Your school counseling team will be providing in class lessons for the 23/24 course selection process. Each grade level will be meeting with their individual school counselor starting in Febuary. Please take a look at the online COURSE CATALOG and familiarize yourself on course options. Be sure to view a breakdown of the required courses based on your grade level below.

The following courses are a typical 10th grade schedule:

1. REQUIRED - Language Arts (Honors Available)
2. REQUIRED - Math (Enhanced Available)
3. REQUIRED - World History (Advanced Placement Available)
4. REQUIRED - Physical Science - Most Sophomores will take Chemistry (Honors Available)
5. REQUIRED - PE (unless taken over summer/previously discussed with a counselor)
6. ELECTIVE

1. The following courses are a typical 11th grade schedule:
   
   REQUIRED - Language Arts (Advanced Placement Available)
2. REQUIRED - U.S. History (Advanced Placement Available)
3. REQUIRED FOR 4 YEAR ADMISSIONS - Math (Enhanced/Honors/AP Available)
4. PHYSICS
5. ELECTIVE
6. ELECTIVE

The following courses are a typical 12th grade schedule:

1. REQUIRED - Language Arts (Advanced Placement Available)
2. REQUIRED - Government/Economics (Advanced Placement Available)
3. ELECTIVE
4. ELECTIVE
   
5. ELECTIVE
6. ELECTIVE

• 5 Ways to Spend Your High School Summer: Think about your summer in the context of how your choices can help you to lead a happier life (really!)
• Activity Log: Remember to update your spreadsheet at the start of each new semester.
• Micro-scholarships: It’s never too early to start thinking about how to pay for college. Begin building your RaiseMe profile now.

• 80 Extracurricular Activity Examples: Wondering what other students listed on their applications? These examples may inspire you.
• Activity Log: Remember to update your log so you don’t forget what you’ve done. And this is a great time to inventory your extracurricular activities. Where do you want to deepen your involvement? And what do you want to let go?
• 5 ways to Spend Your High School Summer: Think about your summer in the context of how your choices can help you to lead a happier life (really!).

• How to Create a College List (with spreadsheet tracker): If you haven’t already, begin to create your list with this guide.
• Identify high-value colleges: As you work on developing your college list, identify schools that’ll meet 100% of your financial need, institutions with generous merit-aid programs, and regional tuition agreements like WUE.
• Essential Advice for Low-Income/First-Gen Students: Get key tips and resources, including learning about the chance to visit college campuses for free.
• AP practice resources: If you’re taking AP exams in May, here’s how to prep.

• Check your applicant portals and emails: If you miss a request for more information or an additional document, it could jeopardize your admission chances, so check regularly.
• What to do if you’re deferred or waitlisted: Review your application and determine whether you want to write a letter of continued interest. And if you’re confused about the purpose of a waitlist, read this blog post by an admission director.
• Keep searching for scholarships.

Please join your school counselors on January 21st & 28th Saturday Success Academy's (SSA) from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for academic support. Centennial's esteemed International Baccalaureate and Middle Years Program students will be in attendance providing peer support for all students. If your student(s) plan to attend, please be aware that they are committing themselves to stay for all four hours of SSA. We look forward to seeing you there!

Every month, your school counselors will highlight a college and/or career. If you would like more information regarding the month's "spotlight", make sure to reach out to your counselor, or Ms. Villalobos, our College and Career Specialist.

This was a wealth of resources for students, parents, and families alike!

Centennial High School graduates are assertive, global citizens who accept challenges, embrace diversity, overcome obstacles, and work toward leaving a lasting legacy for the next generation. They reach their full potential in their communities as life-long learners who eagerly pursue knowledge and continually develop their skills. Our students meet the demands of the 21st-century workforce through problem-solving, collaboration, and effective communication.

As Centennial High School Counselors, our students are the highest priority. Our team is dedicated to providing a comprehensive, data-driven school counseling program that meets the academic, social-emotional, and post-secondary needs of all students. While working with stakeholders, we continually improve our direct and indirect services to ensure they are responsive to student needs, encourage academic success, and support the personal growth and well-being of all students. It is our duty to treat every student equitably with respect and dignity, regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, or educational needs. We advocate for student access to promote success for all students. We guide our students to develop the skills necessary to succeed in the 21st century while empowering them to pursue their college and career aspirations.

Become informed on important information and upcoming services that the counseling team will be offering in the weeks to come. Make sure to follow us on our social media platforms.

Email: cehscounselors@cnusd.k12.ca.us
Website: https://centennial.cnusd.k12.ca.us/
Location: Room 301 - Counseling Center
Phone: 9517395670
Twitter: @cen10counseling