Counseling

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Access your student's Report Card and Progress Reports on the Aeries Student and Parent Portal:

WEST HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELORS School Year 2020-2021:
Students are assigned to a counselor by last name.

Iris Abraham: Last Name = A - D and AVID Grades 9 & 10
iabraham@tusd.net

Sarah Banchero: Last Name = E - I and Space & Engineering (SEA)
sbanchero@tusd.net

Laurie Tomlin: Last Name = J - Pa and AVID Grades 11 & 12
ltomlin@tusd.net

Idi Gaines: Last Name = Pb - Z
igaines@tusd.net

Parent information:

How do I find out about current events at WHS?

Visit our Website at: https://westhigh.tracy.k12.ca.us/
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MerrillFWestHighSchool

How do I find out about Community Service Opportunities, Work Permits, College Information, SAT & ACT Fee Waivers, Financial Aid and Scholarships?

Join the Career Center News and Scholarships Remind App. Look under "Class News" on this page for instructions per grade level. Parents and students can join Remind. If you have students in more than one grade level, sign up for both
Contact the Career Center at 209-830-3370 ext. 3056 or email the Career Education Technician, Gayle Jackson, at gjackson@tusd.net

How do I help my student who is struggling in class?

Contact your student’s teacher. Teacher emails are listed on the Aeries Parent Portal or visit the WHS website. Click on “About US” and then “Teacher and Staff Contacts”
Ask your counselor about tutoring options
Encourage your student to use the West High Planner

How do I stay on top of my student’s grades and progress?

Visit the Aeries Parent Portal for the most up to date information posted by the teacher
Email the teacher with any questions or concerns

How do I access my student’s report card?

Login to your parent portal account
Go to “Grades”
Click on “Report Card History”
Click the language under “Report Card”

How do I contact my student’s counselor or schedule an appointment?

Email your student’s counselor (see above)
Contact the counseling secretary, Melinda Gallegos, at (209) 830-3379 or email mgallegos@tusd.net. Be sure to include the student’s first and last name and ID# if available

FOSTER YOUTH RESOURCES & MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

FOSTER YOUTH RESOURCES
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

FOSTER YOUTH RESOURCES

MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES

W HAT IS MENTAL HEALTH?

Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.

Tracy Unified School District is continuing its partnership with local organizations to provide students with mental health support during distance learning. At West High, please contact the student's counselor for more information on services available and to get a referral form.

Child Abuse Prevention Council, CAPC
Greg Rangel, grangel@nochildabuse.org

CAPC Referral Form

NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE
1-800-273-8255

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across the United States. The Lifeline is comprised of a national network of over 170 local crisis centers, combining custom local care and resources with national standards and best practices.

THE CRISIS TEXT LINE

The Crisis Text Line is the only 24/7, nationwide crisis-intervention text-message hotline. The Crisis Text Line can be reached by texting HOME to 741-741.

THE TREVOR PROJECT

The nationwide organization provides a 24-hour phone hotline, as well as limited-hour web chat and text options, for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth.

The Trevor Lifeline is a national 24-hour, toll free confidential suicide hotline for LGBTQ youth. Call 1-866-488-7386 24/7
Confidential online instant messaging with a Trevor Counselor 24/7
Confidential text messaging with a Trevor Counselor 24/7 Text START to 678678
TrevorText can be reached by texting TREVOR to 1-202-304-1200 (available M-F from 3PM to 10PM ET).

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION HELP FOR STUDENTS IN CRISIS

TIPS FOR HEALTHY MENTAL HEALTH:

Track your achievements or moments of happiness
Pick up a healthy hobby
Focus on your strengths
Get artistic: bake, paint, sing or build something
Spend quality time with friends or family virtually
Watch a funny show or movie
Exercise or practice mindfulness

ADDITIONAL MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES HERE

College, Career, Military, College Athletics, Scholarships, Community Service & Work Permit Information

CAREER CENTER EVENT CALENDAR

CAREER CENTER SERVICES AND RESOURCES

Welcome to the Career Center

The Career Center is physically closed during Distance Learning. Many services are available virtually. Be sure to visit all links on this webpage for help with Work Permits, Job Opportunities, Community Service Opportunities, College & Career Information, SAT & ACT info, Scholarships, Financial Aid, Military & more! Contact the Career Education Technician, Gayle Jackson, at gjackson@tusd.net or by phone (209) 830-3370 ext. 3056 with any questions. Below are some handouts with helpful information:

CAREER AND APPRENTICESHIP INFORMATION

Visit the Cal Apprenticeship website below for information on opportunities:

COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY INFORMATION-UC, CSU, & MORE

UC Application Link

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) Link

CODESTACK ACADEMY FOR STUDENTS AGE 18-SPONSORED BY SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION

CONCURRENT/DUAL ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

LOCAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE INFO-DELTA/LAS POSITAS/MJC

Information on local community college events below:

MODESTO JUNIOR COLLEGE:

SAN JOAQUIN DELTA COLLEGE:

LAS POSITAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE:

Discover Las Positas Community College Pathways-Choose from 15, 20-minute presentations to learn why Las Positas is your best choice after high school for transfer preparation and Career Educational options

NOTE: APPLICATION LINKS TO APPLY TO MJC, SAN JOAQUIN DELTA COLLEGE, OR LAS POSITAS, ARE LOCATED ON THE TAB ABOVE: "COLLEGE APPLICATION/INFORMATION"

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

Helpful Scholarship Information:

Click on the links below for more information about each scholarship, sorted by deadlines. Read the eligibility requirements to see if you are eligible to apply and follow the directions accordingly. (Scholarships are updated as notifications are received)

FINANCIAL AID

FAFSA and California Dream Act (CADAA) application opened October 1st. You need to apply for an FSA ID to electronically sign your applications. There is not a separate application to apply for Cal Grant. Cal Grant GPA verifications have been electronically sent to the State of California for the Class of 2021. The State of California pulls the information from FAFSA/CADAA to determine Cal Grant Status. Have your 2019 income tax information available to file and choose the year 2021-2022 FAFSA/CADAA. Deadline to file is March 2, 2021. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to determine your financial aid status. It is recommended you apply for FAFSA/CADAA even if you feel you won't qualify. Colleges and universities use this information to determine eligibility for financial aid and scholarships available at their campuses. When you receive your SAR (Student Aid Report) from FAFSA/CADAA, read and follow all the directions provided. Ask your counselor if you have questions about your SAR. To attend a Cash for College FAFSA/CADAA workshop or create your FSA ID, visit this link: https://www.cash4college.csac.ca.gov/

Start your CSS Profile application

SAT and ACT INFORMATION

Due to COVD-19, SAT and ACT tests are optional for the Class of 2021 for college admissions purposes. Check the admissions page of the college website you plan to apply for to get updated information. If you plan to attend community college, SAT and ACT tests are not required, except for certain majors. Check the website of the community college you plan to attend for complete admissions requirements, especially for the Class of 2021.

Class of 2022: Counselors recommend taking these tests at the end of junior year. See the "Juniors-Class of 2022" tab for more information on CSU and test optional information. UC will be test optional for Class of 2022. Private colleges may vary. See the website of the college you plan to apply for to get updated information on Class of 2022 admissions requirements.

STUDENT ATHLETES

College board-planning checklist for student athletes

STUDENTS SHOULD CONTACT THEIR COUNSELOR FOR MORE INFORMATION AND FEE WAIVER OPPORTUNITIES:

If you want to play NCAA sports at a Division I or II school, or an NAIA school, you need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center or the NAIA Eligibility Center.
The NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) works with you and your high school to help you prepare for life as a student-athlete. To register, go to the NCAA Eligibility Center website. This is where you will find the tools and information you need to begin your college experience as a student-athlete. Allow at least 15 minutes to one hour to register completely. If you need to exit and come back at a later time, you can save and exit once your account has been created.

Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center by following these steps:
1. Visit www.eligibilitycenter.org and enter as a college-bound student-athlete.
2. Create an account by clicking on the “New Account” button at the top right corner of the screen.
3. On the Account Creation page, provide a valid email address to create an account and begin the registration process. Be sure you provide an email address that will be active even after you complete high school.
4. On the About Me page, enter some quick facts, including your name, address, date of birth and gender.

REGISTRATION FEE AND WAIVER Your account will be eligible for processing once the registration fee is paid or waived. You must pay online by debit, credit card or e-check. The registration fee is $90 for students.

The NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) is the governing body of small athletic programs throughout the United States. Register with the NAIA Eligibility Center by following these steps:

1. Visit www.playnaia.org to check out schools and to register.
2. Create a Student-Athlete Profile.
3. On the Student-Athlete Profile page, provide a valid email address to create an account and begin the registration process. Be sure you provide an email address that will be active even after you complete high school.
4. Be sure to read all instructions regarding how to submit transcripts and required documents.

REGISTRATION FEE AND WAIVER Your account will be eligible for processing once the registration fee is paid or waived. You must pay online by debit or credit card. The registration fee is $80 for students.

MILITARY INFORMATION

Listed below are the five Military Academies in the United States. To learn more about each academy, click on the links below:

To learn more about the nomination process to attend a military academy, click here for more information and deadlines to apply

Note: You should begin this process at the end of your junior year if you intend to apply to a military academy.

Click on the military branch links below to learn more about enlisting after high school:

United States Army

United States Navy

United States Air Force

United States Marines

United States Coast Guard

Army National Guard

Air National Guard

California National Guard

ADDITIONAL MILITARY ACADEMY RESOURCES HERE

COMMUNITY SERVICE

NOTE: DUE TO COVID-19, BE SURE TO INQUIRE ABOUT ANY SAFETY RESTRICTIONS AND GUIDELINES IN PLACE FOR ANY COMMUNITY SERVICE EVENT OR LOCATION.

Tracy Unified School District DOES NOT have a community service requirement for graduation. There may be programs or academies at your school that require community service. Students enrolled in a specific program or academy should contact the program advisor to get any forms or instructions. It is the student's responsibility to turn in any required forms to the program or academy advisor.

All students are encouraged to provide community service in order to become aware of the multiple needs of the community in which they live and develop a sense of moral obligation to help those less fortunate, and the desire to make one’s community a better place to live.

Students are also encouraged to track their community service hours to use for college application purposes and to be eligible for various community service based scholarships offered.

Community Service opportunities are posted as received in the daily student bulletin (when available) and through the Career Center Remind App. The log sheet can be printed from the link above to track hours. NOTE: LOG SHEETS ARE FOR YOUR TRACKING PURPOSES ONLY AND DO NOT NEED TO BE TURNED IN TO THE CAREER CENTER.

WORK PERMIT INSTRUCTIONS AND APPLICATION

Follow the instructions below for work permit issuance:

DOWNLOAD WORK PERMIT APPLICATION HERE

Work Permit Instructions and Information Here

Email to Gayle Jackson: gjackson@tusd.net

NOTE: To apply for a work permit, you must already be hired or offered a job. Work permits are not required to apply for jobs. See the links above to read the Work Permit Instructions and Information and to print the Work Permit Application. Complete the student, parent, and employer sections, including signatures and initials. Email a picture or scan of your completed application to gjackson@tusd.net for processing. Include your Social Security Number and preferred email to send the final work permit to. The State of California Department of Education has not changed any rules regarding the hours students can work due to distance learning. Visit their website below for more information:

https://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/ct/we/workpermitsforstudents.asp

To enroll in a work experience class, you must email your counselor for eligibility. If you are approved for work experience, notify Mrs. Jackson by email so your work permit can be re-issued to reflect work experience information and hours.

NOTE: Work permits expire 5 days after a new school year begins each year per state law OR when you turn age 18 OR receive a high school diploma, even if you are still 17.

SUMMER PROGRAMS AT COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES

wHAT'S nEW?

Class of 2021 Senior Awards/Scholarship Presentation

CLASS OF 2021 TRANSCRIPT REQUEST INFORMATION

Summer 2021 Work permit instrtuctions

summer 2021 work permit application form

Class News

West High Honor Roll Lists by Semester for Grades 9-12

SENIORS - CLASS OF 2021

JUNIORS - CLASS OF 2022

SOPHOMORES-CLASS OF 2023

FRESHMEN - CLASS OF 2024

INCOMING FRESHMEN-CLASS OF 2025

TRACY UNIFIED - CURRENT 8TH GRADERS

2021 - 2022 ENROLLMENT STEPS

9TH GRADE COURSE Sheets ARE DUE asap-contact high school counseling office with questions

Click on the links below for 9th grade courses and enrollment information:

incoming freshmen presentation-tusd students

9th Grade course options-english

opciones de cursos de grado 9

aeries student/parent portal course entry instructions

West high course catalog 2021-2022

NON TRACY UNIFIED - CURRENT 8TH GRADERS

2021 - 2022 ENROLLMENT STEPS

9TH GRADE COURSE Sheets ARE DUE asap-contact high school counseling office with questions

Click on the links below for 9th grade courses and enrollment information:

incoming freshmen presentation-non tusd

enrollment steps

pasos de INSCRIPCION

NON TUSD WELCOME FLYER-NOV. 19TH PRESENTATION

9th grade course options-english

opciones de cursos de grado 9

9th grade course selection form

selecciones de cursos de grado 9

West high course catalog 2021-2022

COURSE CATALOG & SUPPLEMENTAL COURSE APPLICATIONS

COURSE SELECTION PROCESS ON AERIES & COURSE SELECTION SHEETS GRADES 10, 11, & 12

Detailed instructions on how to input course selections through the parent portal is available on the first link below. NOTE: Due to the time sensitive nature of collecting the course requests, students who do not input their requests before the deadline of 1-24-2021 will be given a schedule by their counselors and, unfortunately, they cannot be changed. Please address any questions about course enrollment to the counseling staff.

wEST hIGH COURSE CATALOG 2021-2022

West high special programs flipgrid

senior odyssey elective info

Visual Arts/performing arts

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