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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