Freshmen (9th)
Class of 2026
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Check the Event Calendar for upcoming events and attend Grade Level Presentations.
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FRESHMEN - Text @sths26 to 81010
NAVIANCE LOGIN
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CREDITS / GRADES
Students must earn a minimum of 220 Credits in required courses to meet the Graduation Requirements.
Students will be enrolled in 6 classes, and every class passed successfully will earn 5 credits.
Students must earn a "C" or better grade to move on to the next level of classes.
Review the Graduation and "A-G" Requirements and the Course Sequence Matrix.
Students with deficient credits, please contact your assigned Counselor immediately to create an academic plan.
FRESHMEN YEAR (9th)
Freshmen will earn 30 credits for each semester and will earn 60 credits by the end of the school year.
COLLEGES / CAREERS
Students must meet the "A-G" Requirements with a "C" or better grade to be eligible for a 4-year University, and take the SAT or ACT College Entrance Exam if required. The University of California (UC) and Private Universities require a minimum 3.0 GPA. Students earning "D" grades will need to retake the class for a better grade.
Attend Grade Level Presentations and Workshops.
Attend College / Career Fairs.
Explore Careers and Colleges.
NAVIANCE 4-YEAR PLAN (New Counseling Platform "California College Guidance Initiative" coming soon)
Explore Naviance.
Take the Self-Discovery assessments to determine what type of career best fits you.
Create or Update your 4-Year Plan.
Explore Careers and Colleges you are interested in.
Work on your Resume Builder, if you are applying to a Private College / University or to create a Job Resume. Begin to post your extra-curricular activities such as: volunteer hours, clubs, sports, awards, etc...