Gateways to Success: Exploring Our High Schools

Gateways to Success: Exploring Our High Schools

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EZ HIGH SCHOOL // GODINEZ FUNDAMENTAL HIGH SCHOOL // LORIN GRISET ACADEMY // MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL // SADDLEBACK HIGH SCHOOL // SANTA ANA HIGH SCHOOL // SEGERSTORM HIGH SCHOOL // VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL // CENTURY HIGH SCHOOL R E. CHAVEZ HIGH SCHOOL // GODINEZ FUNDAMENTAL HIGH SCHOOL // LORIN GRISET ACADEMY // MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL // SADDLEBACK HIGH SCHOOL // SANTA ANA HIGH SCHOOL // SEGERSTORM HIGH SCHOOL // VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL // CENTURY HIGH OL // CESAR E. CHAVEZ HIGH SCHOOL // GODINEZ FUNDAMENTAL HIGH SCHOOL // LORIN GRISET ACADEMY // MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL // SADDLEBACK HIGH SCHOOL // SANTA ANA HIGH SCHOOL // SEGERSTORM HIGH SCHOOL // VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL // CEN GH SCHOOL // CESAR E. CHAVEZ HIGH SCHOOL // GODINEZ FUNDAMENTAL HIGH SCHOOL // LORIN GRISET ACADEMY // MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL // SADDLEBACK HIGH SCHOOL // SANTA ANA HIGH SCHOOL // SEGERSTORM HIGH SCHOOL // VALLEY HIGH SCHO GATEWAY to SUCCE S SANTA ANA UNI F I ED SCHOOL DI STR ICT EXPLOR ING OUR HIGH SC LS LEARN ABOUT THE UNIQUE OPT IONS & RESOURCES OFFERED AT EACH SCHOOL

BOARD OF EDUCATION

President VALERIE AMEZCUA

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Middle College High School

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Cesar Chavez High School

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Advanced Learning Academy

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Santa Ana High School

Segerstrom High School

Valley High School

Saddleback High School

Superintendent PHILLIPS, Ed.D. STEFANIE P.

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MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT

The Santa Ana Unified Schl Disict (SAUSD) is prd to off a viety of tis to meet the intest and needs of all high schl students including aditial high schls, high schls with a fundamental ccept, ely clege high schls, Intnatial Baccalaeate Wld Schl, and altnative tis that include line and evening crses. SAUSD high schl proams e designed to pride students with the rig and 21st skills needed to be successful in today’s global ecy. Based  a student’s intest, they can access me than 32 pathways preping them f clege and ces. In 2017, 54 SAUSD aduates received the high schl dipla and A.A. deee  Santa Ana Clege thrgh r ely clege proams. Each ye at least 25% of all SAUSD students aduate with the State Seal of Bilitacy, demsating the cpetency in two  me languages. This is e of the highest pcentages f a disict in the state of Califnia. As y read thrgh this bklet, please feel ee to ctact the schls of yr intest dectly f me infmati.

Stefanie P. Phillips, Ed.D. Supintendent of Schls

Why Santa Ana Unified School District? 24 650 97% 890 92% AP COURSES INTERNSHIPS ATTENDANCE RATE OF 2017 GRADUATES STATED THEY WILL w/242 sectis aend clege aduating senis In awarding the Seal ofBiliteracy to graduating seniors whomet the requirements, theSantaAnaUnifiedSchool District seeks to:  Encourage students to study languages in order to develop and maintain a high academic level of biliteracy and multi-lingual skills in the stu- dentpopulation.  Recognize, value and honor the contributions of themultiple cultures and languages of our com- munity.  Promote and recognize foreign language instruc- tion inour schools.  Provide employers with a simple method of identifying people with the knowledge and biliterate ormultiliterate abilitiesof future staff.  Provide universitieswith amethodof recogniz- ing and giving academic credit to applicants seeking admissions.  LanguageProficiencyOptions a) Passing a foreign language Advanced Placement (AP) examinationwith aminimum scoreof3. OR b) PassingSAT II foreign language subject test. OR c) Successful completion of a four-year high school courseof study in a foreign language, and attainment of an overallGPAof3.0 orhigher in that courseof study. OR d) Passing a district-approved language examination in the specific foreign language. OR e) Passing a foreign government’s approved language examination, and receiving a certificate of competency from the authorizinggovernment agency. OR Criteria to Receive Seal Upon High School Graduation The candidatemust: 1. Complete all high school graduation require- ments. AND 2. Score Proficient or Advanced (a score of 8 or higher) in English Language Arts on the District Writing Assessment (DWA) , or equivalent per CDE guidelines. AND 3. Maintain an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher in English LanguageArts by first semester of senior year. Vision and Objectives

GRADUATION RATE disictwide 92%

RECEIVED THE SEAL OF BILITERACY

disictwide Prepare our students tomeet the personal, intel- lectual and professional challenges of the 21st century.

f) Provide official transcripts from a foreign school or other official documents indicating that a student com- pleted two years of secondary schooling studying the target languagewhere the target languagewas theme- dium of instruction and the student received a grade of B or higher.

AND 4. Demonstrate proficiency in one or more lan- guages, other than English (including American Sign Language), through one of the following languageproficiencyoptions.

Centy DIGITAL MEDIA ACADEMY – Students learn career standards of art, digital animation, and design to build a portfolio of work for certification. CENTURY FLEX - Part of a $2.5 million grant for Circulos, students can learn in flexible learning environments and connect with industry leaders through place-based learning. ENGINEERING AND DESIGN ACADEMY – Students take coursework utilizing Project Lead the Way curriculum to learn engineering practices and may choose two strands in their junior and senior years to earn software certification.

HIGH SCHOOL

COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHWAYS

NICHOLAS ACADEMIC CENTER (NAC) – The NAC Center provides after school tutoring and mentoring for high school students. Students in this program can seek academic services, emotional support, mentoring and social services as they pursue their

TEACH ACADEMY – Students take career education courses and learn to provide tutorial support at local elementary schools. EARLY COLLEGE PROGRAM – Students take courses each semester earning them high school credit and college credit during the school day through a partnership with Santa Ana College. Students can complete 24 college credits (1 year) prior to graduation from Century High School. PROJECT LEAD THE WAY – STEM Curriculum with a biotechnical strand VIDEO PRODUCTION STUDIO – Produce daily news broadcasts

educational goals. Century is one of two schools to have a NAC Center on campus. eBUSINESS ACADEMY – Students learn how to form and run a virtual business and compete statewide. STEM COMPUTER/TECHNOLOGY LAB – Elective for all students to introduce STEM careers

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

California Distinguished School; California School Board Association Golden Bell Award; National Exemplary Anti-Bully Program Award; California Association of Student Councils Exemplary Model for Outstanding ASB Activities and Student Leadership; Project Tomorrow “Innovation in Education Award in Science, Math, and Technology; 95% of seniors in class of 2017 completed Financial Aid Application for College; American Institute of Architects Orange County; Third Place in National CIRT-ACE Design Competition in Washington, D.C.

WHY CHOOSE CENTURY?

Century High School (CHS) is a small, safe, and secure high school with 1,750 students, and award-winning academies and programs located on a beautiful, clean, and modern campus. Each teacher offers instruction using technological tools available in each classroom to enrich the learning environment for the students of today. CHS is a school for all students with classes taught by experienced staff members who truly care about our students and their achievements. The school offers extended learning, extra-curricular activities, and competitive athletic programs.

1401 S. GRAND AVE. SANTA ANA, CA 92705

www.sausd.us/century

714.568.7000

COLLEGE & CAREER PATHWAYS & UNIQUE PROGRAMS HIGH SCHOOL Godinez Fundamental

RIGOROUS COURSES - All students receive a rigorous, relevant, and coherent standards-based curriculum that supports the achievement of the academic standards, college and career-readiness standards, and schoolwide learner outcomes. ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) COURSES – Over 20 AP courses offered. COLLEGE NOW - Students have the opportunity to earn college and high school credit simultaneously,

through the school’s dual enrollment early college program. SAT PREP - Students have the opportunity to enroll in a comprehensive SAT prep course that provides four chances to take a diagnostic exam and 60 hours of intensive review and training in preparation for taking the SAT exam. ROP COURSES – Courses offered include Sports Medicine, Medical Core, Art/Animation, and Digital Photography among others. DESIGN, VISUAL, AND MEDIA

ARTS PATHWAY – Students learn career standards of art and design, digital photography

and animation, to develop high-quality photography and graphic art images for their portfolio.

HEALTH SCIENCE PATHWAY – Students learn medical terminology, body systems, anatomy and physiology, and bio-safety. Students gain practical hands-on experience in Vital Signs, Emergency Medical Care, First Aid and CPR.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

3 Godinez Teachers were named District Teachers of the Year within 5 years.

WHY CHOOSE GODINEZ?

Godinez Fundamental offers a balanced educational and extracurricular program for all students. Approximately 90% of our students are involved in performing arts, sports, clubs, community service activities, and community sponsored programs. We have earned league championships in many different sports and have garnered awards in our spectacular visual and performing arts program. High school success correlates strongly with student involvement. Each year, 99% of students graduate from Godinez and more than 95% enroll in a two or four-year university. More than 65% of students meet the UC A-G requirements which increases their chances of enrolling directly into a four-year institute. With a mission to provide a safe, supportive environment with clear, consistent expectations and high academic standards to all students, Godinez is the perfect place for students to have an enjoyable successful high school experience that prepares them for college and careers.

3002 CENTENNIAL RD. SANTA ANA, CA 92704

www.sausd.us/godinez

714-433-6600

HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE & CAREER PATHWAYS & UNIQUE PROGRAMS

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM – Rigorous diploma that is recognized worldwide as meeting a content-rich academic course sequence in six areas. Only IB Program in Santa Ana. 7-12 COMPREHENSIVE HIGH SCHOOL - offering an exclusive Pre-IB Program for 7th and 8th graders, and offers them opportunities of a high school, while at the middle school level. ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION (AVID) – Supports students in succeeding in high school while preparing them for the demands of college.

program that welcomes freshmen and makes them feel comfortable throughout the first year of high school. Built on the belief that students can help students succeed, the program trains mentors from junior and senior classes to be Link Crew Leaders.

SIMON SCHOLARS – Provides the means by which students can earn a bachelor’s degree in their quest to become productive, independent, and self-sufficient individuals. Students are selected at the end of their tenth grade year. PROJECT LEAD THE WAY BIO-MEDICAL SCIENCE PROGRAM - Program that prepares students with an interest in the bio-medical industry. NAVY NATIONAL DEFENSE CADETS CORPS – Emphasizes citizenship and leadership development as well as our maritime heritage.

GEAR UP focuses on college readiness, especially in English Language Arts and Mathematics. LINK CREW – High school transition

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION WHY CHOOSE SADDLEBACK? » Approved IB World School, one of a few in the region; » U.S. News & World Report Top 100 Best Schools in Nation » CIF Division Championship in Boys Soccer

We are proud to say that we offer many opportunities for our students take part in. We are excited to announce that Saddleback is an IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program for 11th and 12th grade, as well as IB Prep courses for 7th-10th grade. We also offer many wonderful programs such as NJROTC, Visual and Performing Arts, STEM Biomedical Academy, and Advanced Placement. We are excited and energetic about our students’ opportunities to learn. We take great pride in building student and parent relationships and making sure that communication amongst us all is vital and critical to our students’ success. We will work together, both school and family, to ensure that we maximize all resources to help make our students’ dreams a reality.

2802 S. FLOWER ST. SANTA ANA, CA 92707

www.sausd.us/saddleback

714-569-6300

HIGH SCHOOL Santa Ana

COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHWAYS ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) COURSES – 16 AP Courses available ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL

learn engineering practices utilizing Project Lead the Way curriculum. The hands-on, project-based engineering courses engage

Olmos Film and Cinematic Arts program. San Arts is a school within a school and offers unique opportunities for those who have a great interest and potential in a VAPA career. DESIGN, VISUAL, AND MEDIA ARTS PATHWAY – Students learn career standards of art and design, digital photography and animation, to develop high-quality photography and graphic art images for their portfolio. FASHION DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING PATHWAY – Students learn all aspects of the fashion industry from the creative and artistic elements to business and retail. HEALTH SCIENCE PATHWAY – Students learn medical terminology, body systems, anatomy and physiology, and bio-safety. Students gain practical hands-on experience in Vital Signs, Emergency Medical Care, First Aid and CPR. ENGINEERING DESIGN PATHWAY – Students

DETERMINATION (AVID) – Supports students in succeeding in high school while preparing them for the demands of college. CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) – Courses available in Animation, Auto, Criminal Justice, Graphic Design, Fashion Design and Medical Core SAN ARTS CONSERVATORY PATHWAY – As the Visual and Performing Arts School, there are multiple courses in Performing Arts such as Dance, Drama, Beginning to Show Choir, and Instrumental Music-Band, Orchestra, Mariachi,

students on multiple levels, expose them to areas of study that they typically do not pursue, and provide them with a foundation and proven path to college and career success. LAW ACADEMY PATHWAY – Students

are introduced to the careers and activities associated with the criminal justice system and principles of our judicial system in the Judge Elizabeth Macias Legal Academy. AUTOMOTIVE PATHWAY – Students have opportunities to become automotive certified in a variety of areas through course-work and hands-on experience. STEM PATHWAY (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) –

Jazz, Vocal Music. There are pathways in Media Arts and Film through the James

Students learn engineering practices utilizing Project Lead the Way curriculum. The hands-on, project-based engineering courses engage students on multiple

levels, expose them to areas of study that they typically do not pursue, and provide them with a foundation and proven path to college and career success.

PUBLIC SERVICES PATHWAY – Students are introduced to the careers and activities associated with the criminal justice system and principles of our judicial system.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION » OC Teacher of the Year for 2017 » Award-winning Marching Band

» 25 league wrestling champions » CIF Division 13 Championship Game

» Football Goldenwest League Championships

WHY CHOOSE SANTA ANA HIGH SCHOOL? Santa Ana High School is the oldest high school in Orange County, established in 1889. With an enrollment of over 2,900 students, they offer a number of opportunities and programs that encourage student involvement. SAHS has a strong and established Visual and Performing Arts Program and over 50 extracurricular clubs and organizations and athletic programs. They are also well-known for an award-winning, robust Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corp (NJROTC) program that has more than 180 students enrolled. Freshmen students feel supported through the school’s Freshman Mentor Program, a peer-to-peer mentorship that supports freshman transition from middle school to our high school.

520 W. WALNUT STREET SANTA ANA, CA 92701

www.sausd.us/sahs

714.567.4900

COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHWAYS HIGH SCHOOL

SIMON SCHOLAR PROGRAM PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIPS AND SUPPORT FOR COLLEGE – The program helps economically disadvantaged students who face difficult life

DESIGN, VISUAL, AND MEDIA ARTS PATHWAY – Students learn career standards of art and design, digital photography, to develop high-quality photography and graphic art images for their portfolio. COUNSELORS SUPPORT INDIVIDUAL COLLEGE PLANS FOR EACH STUDENT - Every incoming student is guided through the process of college planning by the school’s outstanding counseling team with one-to-one support. ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION (AVID) - Supports students in succeeding in high school while preparing them for the demands of college.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT OPTIONS AND SKILLED TEACHERS – With more than 25 teachers College Board certified to teach AP classes, Segerstrom is able to offer wide access to Advanced Placement classes to students. ACT & SAT FREE FOR ALL STUDENTS - Segerstrom is the only school in Orange County to offer the ACT and SAT college readiness test to every student.

circumstances advance themselves through a college education with a $16,000 college scholarship and a host of resources. UNPARALLELED ATHLETICS INCLUDING LACROSSE AND SURFING TEAMS – Approximately 50% of all students participate in extra-curricular athletics. AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE - Only school to offer course in SAUSD

FIRST AND ONLY AEROSPACE ENGINEERING PROGRAM IN

SOUTHERN CA - Students learn engineering practices and receive hands-on, project- based engineering courses that engage them on multiple levels.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

U.S. News & World Report Top 100 Best Schools in Nation, CIF Water Polo Champions for Girls and Boys Varsity

WHY CHOOSE SEGERSTROM?

Segerstrom High School is a fundamental education system committed to civic responsibility and college preparation. We have a graduation rate of 99%, exceptional extra-curricular programs, wide range of AP options, intensive tutoring programs for all grade levels, college prep testing, and AP boot camps for preparation and success. The school prides itself on successfully preparing students for college and careers.

2301 W. MACARTHUR BLVD. SANTA ANA, CA 92704

www.sausd.us/segerstrom

714.241.5000

HIGH SCHOOL

COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHWAYS

CULINARY ARTS AND HOSPITALITY ACADEMY – This pathway allows students to learn food preparedness, presentation, and nutrition. Valley students have won the National Cooking Up Change competition in Washington D.C. in 2012, 2013, and 2014. HEALTHCARE ACADEMY – Students who are interested in pursuing a career or education in the medical field will benefit from this academy. Each student gains hands on experience in reading vital signs, emergency medical care, first aid, and CPR.

Southern California high school with a NATEF certified pathway that enables students to be ASE certified. Students are fully equipped to diagnose and repair automotive engines. NEW MEDIA ACADEMY – Students have the opportunity to choose one of two pathways, Digital Animation and Film/Photo. These pathways offer an ACME Animation Mentorship that is unique to the HSI Academies as well as working in an actual television studio. GLOBAL BUSINESS ACADEMY – This official Lighthouse Award recipient academy, helps students develop their own business in collaboration with

community business partners, while preparing them for college and life after high school. ENGINEERING, MANUFACTURING, and

CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY – Students compete in the UCI Performance Challenge, PLTW Engineering, 3D printing OC Maker Project, C-Stem Robotics, and are eligible to become certified Solid Works Associates (CSWA).

AUTOMOTIVE, TRANSPORTATION, AND LOGISTICS ACADEMY – Valley is the only

UNIQUE PROGRAMS

ANTEATER ACADEMY – Application-based academy that works to prepare students to compete for admission into highly competitive colleges and universities. Graduates complete eight or more AP courses by graduation.

ASSOCIATED STUDENT BODY (ASB) - ASB students learn leadership skills, traits, and qualities that prepare them for college and career including public speaking, accounting, budgeting, marketing, and event planning. LINK CREW- Leaders greet and

welcome freshmen, and keep them on the path toward graduation. PEER ASSISTANCE and LEADERSHIP (PAL) - Peer helping program in which students work with others on campus. Students are embedded with communication,

collaboration, character, creativity, and critical thinking skills. HIGH SCHOOL INC. AMBASSADORS and LEADERSHIP CAMP - Academies provide students

VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (VAPA)- Students have access to an award winning Concert Choir program, Chamber Singers, Music Appreciation, Jazz Band, Marching Band, Orchestra,

Dance classes, Advanced Dance, Dance Production, Drama I and II, Ceramics, Drawing and Painting. Special events: Valley Vaudeville, Posada, Valley de Los Muertos and more.

an opportunity for grade level ambassador training. Ambassadors gain competency with communication, critical thinking, problem solving, and more.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

» Numerous student and program awards, including: » Automotive Academy qualified for Hot Rodders Engine Challenge and competed in Las Vegas Nationals Competition in November 2016

and 2017 » High School Inc. received Califor- nia School Boards Association’s 2014 Golden Bell Award » Engineering Academy team won 1st place in Statewide RoboPlay

Competition » Culinary Academy earned 4th Na- tional Championship in 2016 Cook- ing Up Change Competition » Valley boasts 6 Gates Millennium Scholars and 3 Quest Bridge Col-

lege Match finalists » Valley owns 14 Boys

Cross Country league ti- tles and 11 Football league championship.

WHY CHOOSE VALLEY?

Valley High School offers an array of options for students. With a focus on career and college preparedness, Valley students may participate in small learning communities that are connected to workplace careers and college majors. Valley sends nearly 90% of its seniors to 2 and 4-year colleges. Students have attended prestigious schools including Harvard, Columbia, Berkeley, and more. Valley is strong, connected, and embraces lifelong learning.

1801 S. GREENVILLE ST. SANTA ANA, CA 92704

www.sausd.us/valley

714.241.6410

UNIQUE PROGRAMS HIGH SCHOOL Middle Clege

COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS “EARLY COLLEGE” HIGH SCHOOL – Middle College High School is an “early college” high school located on the Santa Ana College campus. Through a joint partnership between SAUSD and Santa Ana College, students are enrolled concurrently in both high school classes and Santa Ana College courses. Students work toward the goal of completing at least 30 units of college coursework towards an AA degree and/or transferrable credit towards a 4-year university degree while earning their high school diploma.

MCHS prepares students both personally and academically for college and career through highly personalized academic counseling and support for the rigorous courses of study in which they are dually enrolled. Every MCHS student is required to take AVID which serves as an academic support class that offers tutoring and focuses on promoting essential writing, inquiry, collaborative, organizational, and critical reading skills that are necessary for success in rigorous courses. Through AVID, students also explore career options via inquiry-based classroom activities such as Roadtrip Nation, field trips, and guest speakers from various professional roles in Orange County. MCHS students who successfully complete a series of transferrable SAC courses in strong standing are eligible for the Adelante! transfer program to the University of California, Irvine or California State University, Fullerton.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

earned the CA Seal of Biliteracy; and since 2009, 100% of our seniors graduate from high school.

requirements for four year colleges/ universities; 92% - earned at least 30 college credits (one year) by the time they graduated from high school; 94% of graduating seniors

» 78% of the graduates in the class of 2016 received an AA degree (some of them were double and triple degrees) with their high school diploma; » 99% of the Class of 2016 completed entry

» United Way Destination Graduation grant recipient » ACT College and Career Transition Award (2015).

» National Blue Ribbon School (2015, 2009) » National Title I Achievement School (2013) » California Distinguished School

WHY CHOOSE MIDDLE COLLEGE?

Middle College High School (MCHS) is a small, rigorous comprehensive high school that is unique in that students can achieve both a high school diploma and an Associate of Arts degree or units towards a four- year college degree simultaneously. Offering primarily a dual-enrollment academic program, our school is located on the Santa Ana College (SAC) campus, providing our high school students with immediate access to a college atmosphere and resources. MCHS is both a small and big campus. Students can experience a small-school experience in which every student and teacher knows one another, like a “family”. However, there is a “big school” atmosphere in that we are located on SAC’s campus, and students matriculate with regular college students in college courses. Our students aren’t just preparing for college; our students are also experiencing college.

1530 W. 17TH STREET SANTA ANA, CA 92706

www.sausd.us/middlecollege

714.953.3900

Ely Clege COLLEGE CAREER PATHWAYS & UNIQUE PROGRAMS DISTRICT DEPENDENT CHARTER SCHOOL - ALA is proud to be a school of choice in SAUSD. We are a dependent charter that is governed by the SAUSD Board of Trustees. ALA’s mission is to incorporate innovative teaching and learning practices that support student voice and choice in learning. PARTNERSHIP WITH SAC FOR DUAL ENROLLMENT - Students at ALA-Early College are dually enrolled in college level classes at SAC. Students have the opportunity to take classes at the school site and complete an Associate’s Degree with transfer credit to a 4 year University by the time they complete their HS diploma. COMPETENCY BASED LEARNING - Classes are mixed grade levels and students are grouped in classes according to their competency level. Students are assessed every six weeks and classes are adjusted to ensure that each student progresses on their personalized learning path. CIRCULOS XQ SUPER SCHOOL PROGRAM - 9th grade students at ALA are piloting the Circulos/XQ project where they have the opportunity to participate in place-based learning and internships throughout the City of Santa Ana.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION PBIS Silver Medal Recipient

WHY CHOOSE ALA?

ALA is a Dual Enrollment Early College Program that offers students the opportunity to graduate from high school with an Associates Degree from Santa Ana College. As a competency-based school, we have a focus on project-based learning. We offer a rigorous hands-on STEM curriculum and Digital Media Arts Lab. Our high school campus currently is 7th - 9th. Each year, it will grow an additional grade until we reach grade 12.

1325 E. FOURTH ST. SANTA ANA, CA 92701

www.sausd.us/advancedlearning

714.480.4350

COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHWAYS HIGH SCHOOL Ces E. Chavez DEVELOPMENT OF PLANS OF STUDY - Enables students to plan, implement, and monitor their classes. UNIQUE ONLINE PLANS - Developed online through the California College Guidance Initiative. FULL NIGHT SCHOOL - Enables students to earn a diploma at night. DEDICATED AND CARING STAFF - Works with students to discover their purpose in life and achieve academic success. Only Trauma Informed School Culture - Only school in District to have unique program, a RISE (Resiliency in School Environments) School

CIRCULOS - One of 18 XQ Superschools in the Nation. A school within a school with the premise that a “school without walls” can provide opportunities to students to develop social capital in communities and learn access and privilege knowledge that will lead to jobs and/or careers.

WHY CHOOSE CÉSAR E. CHÁVEZ HIGH SCHOOL?

César E. Chávez High School has Círculos which is one of the eighteen XQ Superschools in the country, and is a “RISE” (Resiliency in School Environments) School, one of 20 in the nation, and is the only high school to offer an opportunity to earn a diploma in a night school. As a result, Chávez is a high school that offers non-traditional options for students to experience school in “classrooms without walls”, and to experience school in the only District school which has a firmly established trauma informed culture. Additionally, classes fulfilling the A through G college requirements can be taken at accelerated rates; meaning that students are able to obtain a high school diploma and enter into a university or career earlier that what is possible at traditional high schools. Chávez is also working to expand its offering of CTE (Career and Technical Education) classes that lead to industry certifications leading to career pathways. All this, is so that students at César E. Chávez High School can be delivered a rigorous and meaningful education empowering them to achieve dreams for college and/or career.

2128 S. CYPRESS SANTA ANA, CA 92707

www.sausd.us/chavez

714.430.5700

Lin Griset Academy • Staff offers an academically rigorous learning environment to engage each student by linking the curriculum to previous knowledge and experiences. • Increased opportunity for students to acquire the skills of empowered citizens. • Individualized graduation plan for each student while affording students the option of returning to their comprehensive high school or graduating from Lorin Griset Academy, all the while preparing them to be ready for college and/or career pursuits. COLLEGE & CAREER PATHWAYS & UNIQUE PROGRAMS

WHY CHOOSE LORIN GRISET ACADEMY? Lorin Griset Academy enjoys a history of success that is the result of a collegial partnership among the school staff, parents, community members, and the schools of Santa Ana Unified School district, who together provide wonderful opportunities and experiences for all students. It is a school of learning options that offers students the opportunity to complete their high school requirements in a personalized setting with individualized opportunities in a smaller learning environment. The staff nurtures mutual respect and guide each student to respect themselves, adults,peers, and their community. Students are challenged to do their best, be their best, and exceed their potential. Students soon discover that the Lorin Griset experience is as unique as they are.

1915 W. MCFADDEN AVE. SANTA ANA, CA 92704

www.sausd.us/griset

714.648.2900

TESTIMONIALS

“I never believed that I was going to graduate until I attended Lorin Griset. I never thought that was me. I am really proud of myself and that I got a scholarship.” IZABELLA HUTCHINSON, 2017 Lorin Griset Academy graduate

“I like Valley because the stu- dents and staff are very wel- coming. They make you feel like you’re part of the community.” - JOAQUIN JULIUS, Santa Ana Valley High School student

“Since we’re so small, I feel like we’re all so connected. It’s like a family.” - ANA, Middle College High School

“It’s going to be a very good expe- rience because I will still get the ac- ademic support that I need but I will get to explore different things that will make me see what I want to do in the future. I might discover things that I like that I never knew existed.” - ARITZE GONZALEZ, Cesar Chavez High School student and Circulos participant

“I feel very valuable to NASA and to any- one who I may go on to work for because I have this experience. If I was in another school district I wouldn’t have had these opportunities and I wouldn’t be where I am today.” - CLARISSA SIMENTAL, Santa Ana High School student who completed Jet Propulsion Laboratory internship

“I must admit that I was scared initially. I thought the classes may be too hard for me and that I wouldn’t make any friends. But It’s been a great experi- ence. I have new friends and a stron- ger confidence in my ability to take tough classes.” - MEREDITH LINARES, enrolled in early college Santa Ana Col- lege courses at Century High School

“I love our new campus. And I’m looking forward to getting more involved with Speech and Debate this year. I want to do better than I did last year.” MIKEY, ALA Early College student

“I’ve had a lot of ups and downs in my high school years. But I know I always have my friends, coaches and parents that will help me in everything I go through in the future.” BASILIO PACHECO, Segerstrom High School baseball player who has signed with California State University, Long Beach

“I gained a stronger connection with the Hispanic community and parents around me. Overall, it helped me gain a stronger foundation in Spanish and will allow me to transfer those skills in English to help me with critical thinking and context clues.” ROCIO VALDEZ, 2017 Seal of Biliteracy recipient from Godinez Fundamental High School

“It’s perfect here because you know everyone in this school. The coun- selors, the principals, everyone who works here. They know you.” - BRAYAN GARCIA, Saddleback High School student

THE DISTRICT OFFERS THE FOLLOWING PATHWAYS TO HIGHER EDUCATION: Early college schools with Santa Ana College partnerships, Middle College High School and Advanced Learning Academy The partnership with Santa Ana College has also provided opportunity for students to enroll in college courses for dual/ concurrent enrollment during the school day at Century High School and Godinez High School. Additionally, juniors and seniors are provided access to college coursework at our local high schools, in alignment with career pathways, through the College Now program after the regular school day. FREE tuition freshman year and a laptop at Santa Ana College with guaranteed transfer admission upon completion of all transfer requirements to University of California Irvine or California State University Fullerton. OUR clege PROMISE