WELCOME CLASS OF 2018

Introductions – People to Know Administration Jose Brosz Principal

Teresa Kramer Assistant Principal (A-F )

Esther Wise Assistant Principal (G–M)

Charles Quillin III Assistant Principal (N- Z)

Dean Nafarrete Assistant Principal/Dean of Activities

Sabino Muro Attendance Coordinator

Mark Patterson/ Resource Team

Marco Dickinson

Isabel Lopez School Psychologist

Ian Cumming Athletic Director

Ramon Almaraz AOCJ Program Coordinator

SUHSD Delta

Otay Ranch Highlights

Common Core Implementation

Current API - 817

ORH received 6 year WASC accreditation in 2008

#2 in District for Attendance

Mustang Traditions

Otay Ranch Highlights

26% of our students are GATE identified

53 sections of Advanced Placement classes

ORH will administer over 1300 AP tests during Spring 2014

178 of our seniors accepted to SDSU through Compact for Success program

2013 - 2 million dollars in scholarships awarded

Otay Ranch Highlights

Principles of Engineering Program

Academy of Criminology and Justice and Dual Language

Magnet

Robotics program

Algebra and Formal Geometry Summer Bridge Program

Award winning visual and performing arts program

Otay Ranch Highlights

Over 90% pass rate in ELA/Math CAHSEE

Jupiter grades implementation

80 Athletic championship banners

State and Nationally recognized athletic teams and athletes

What the Future holds for 2018

Common Core State Standards – Full Implementation 2015

Smarter Balanced Assessments

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)

Compact Scholars/A-G requirements

Career Pathways

Counseling Department

Alex Santana (A-Cardi)

Betty Camara (Cardj – Fif)

Gisela Lopez (Fig – Gul)

Monica Duprat (Gum – Mag)

Raquel Lopez (Mah – Parg)

Cinthya Cassani 1 (Parh – Schm)

Amelia Cendejas (Schn - Z)

High School Graduation Requirements

Total Credits Required: 44 Semester Credits

Required Credits: 39 Semester Credits

Elective Credits: 5 Semester Credits

4 years of Social Science

4 years of English

3 years of Math (Integrated Math I, II, III)

2 years of Science (Biology and Chemistry or Physics)

2 years of Foreign Language

1 year of Visual/Performing Arts

1 year of College Prep Elective

1 semester of Comprehensive Health

2 years of Physical Education *

PE Requirement

* Student must pass the Fitness gram or will continue taking PE

Math Requirement 3 years of math (complete through Integrated Math III)

Pass State of California Algebra Requirement

Pass both Math and English portions of the CA High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE)

Minimum of 30 hours of Community Service

High School Graduation Requirements

(Cont.)

CSU and UC Requirements

A. U.S. History/Government and World History: 2 years

B. English: 4 years

C. Math: 3 years/4 rec. (with Integrated Math III)

D. Laboratory Science: 2 years/3 rec.

E. Foreign Language: 2 years/3 rec.

F. Visual/Performing Arts: 1 year

G. College Prep Electives: 1 year

Schedule Change Policy

Class Change Procedures

- Student initiated schedule changes must be

completed prior to the beginning of each semester.

- Please see your counselor today

Tutoring

Afterschool tutoring offered daily from 2:45 to 3:45.

Monday Pro-Hour Algebra Tutoring for 9th graders.

Saturday Tutoring 8AM –Noon

Extended Learning Period

Math Summer Bridge: 6/9 – 6/13

Algebra & Geometry Success

Program

Math Summer Bridge Program

Algebra and Formal Geometry

Scheduled dates: 6/9 – 6/13

Code of Conduct

Goal of ORHS is to create a culture that models diversity, integrity, respect, trust, and a sense of belonging.

Progressive Discipline

Zero Tolerance - Fighting, Drugs, Bullying

Dress Code

A student may not remain in the classroom dressed in a manner which:

Creates health/safety hazard for the student

Constitutes a serious/ unnecessary distraction to the learning process

Disrupts campus order

Conflicts with districts goals and philosophy for the prevention of substance abuse and gang activity

Electronic Devices

Use of technology

Responsibility of Student

Students are bringing these items at their own

risk

Attendance Policy

"you miss school, you miss out“

97.30% attendance rate

"10 day rule" (SUHSD Board Policy 5113)

10 School days to excuse an absence

10 days of excused absence per year

Short term Independent Study Contracts

5 to 15 days of consecutive absences

Absences cleared upon completion of contract

Tardy Sweeps (Morning, Nutrition Break, Lunch)

Attendance Recognition

Associated Student Body

(ASB) - Group of elected and selected student leaders

who represent and serve the student body

- Fundraisers for school activities

- Play a key role in student government and plan

your next fun activity/event.

- Our goal - Participation

Extra Curricular Clubs/

Activities

Over 50 Freshmen, Junior Varsity, and Varsity Sports.

Over 60 proposed clubs and organizations (charters are

available in the ASB to create/add additional clubs)

Link Crew and Student Assistance Programs.

Class of 2018 Officer applications will be available during the second week of school

ORHS Clubs and Organizations

Academic Decathlon

Academic League

Answer the call

ANIME

Absolute Truth Christian Club

Associated Student Body (ASB)

Ballet Folklorico

Cal. Scholastic Fed. (CSF)

Choir

Class of 2018

Class of 2017

Class of 2016

Class of 2015

Earth Service Crew (ESC)

Fashion Club

Japanese Club

KISA

• Interact

• Key Club (Kiwanis)

• Link Crew (w/Peer Counselors)

• Marching Mustangs (Band/Drill)

• Mariachi Club

• Martial Arts

• Mecha

• Model United Nation

• Mustang Corral

• Ranch Round-Up (Yearbook)

• Ranch Review (Newspaper)

• Cheer

• And many more….

Athletics OTAY RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

ATHLETIC TEAMS

2014-2015

FALL SPORTS WINTER SPORTS SPRING SPORTS

(Aug. - Nov.) (Nov. - Feb.) (Feb. - May)

Cross Country (Co) Basketball (F/M) Baseball (M)

Field Hockey (F)* Wrestling (Co) Softball (F)

Volleyball (F/f) Roller Hockey (Co) Swimming (Co)

Water Polo (M) Soccer (F/M) Tennis (M)

Football (Co) Water Polo (F) Track (Co)

Tennis (F) Cheer Volleyball (M)

Golf (F) Golf (M)

Cheer Lacrosse (M/F)

Gymnastics (M/F)

• If you wish to participate in a sport, you must complete and

turn in a clearance packet

• You must have all signatures, updated physical examination,

and proof of insurance (or a military ID).

• Eligibility

Athletics

Special Education Program

Continuum of services for Students with Disabilities:

Moderate/Severe Courses

Moderate Courses

Fundamental Courses

Inclusion

- Co-Teaching

- Collaboration

- Mainstream

Special Education Program

Designated Instructional Services

- Speech, Language & Hearing

- Adaptive Physical Education

- Occupational Therapy

- Vision Services

Services are based on students’ needs and are provided as

indicated on the student’s IEP

Parent Involvement

GATE Parent Committee (Supports Gifted and Talented

Identified Students)

PTSO (Promotes closer relationships between school and home)

School Site Council (Elective committee that reviews the

school budget and the school site plan)

ELAC (Supports English-Language Learner Students)

Parent Volunteers (Supports school activities, athletics and

projects during the school day)

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