1. science
2. mathematics
3. algebra

Diamond Bar
High School
Welcome new Brahmas
 How many 1st time parents?
 Exciting time to be a Brahma
 The Four A’s
 Over the next 4 years, you will see…
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Overview of Tonight’s Event
 Program
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Review
Place for Everyone
English, Career Education,
& the Arts
Jennifer Bravo
Instructional Dean
English
• Four year
requirement
• Common Core
textbooks
• Prerequisites
• Electives
• Journalism
• Yearbook
9th Grade
English I
Sheltered
English I
ELD
English I H*
10th Grade
English II
Sheltered
English II
ELD
English II H*
11th Grade
English III
English III
Sheltered
English
IIIH(IB)*
ELD
English III AP
Language *
12th Grade
ERWC
English IV
English IV
Shelt
ELD
English IV
H*
English IV
AP Lit*
Career
Technical
Education
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649 Students
enrolled in CTE
Courses
10 Industry
Sectors offered at
DBHS
College Credit
Industry
certification
Career Paths
Pathway
# Courses Offered
Cabinet Making &
Wood
3
Media & Design
3
Graphics
Production
3
Engineering Design
4
Health Therapy
Services *
4
Performing Arts
3
Programming &
Systems
Development
3
The Arts
Visual
• Fundamentals of Art
• Intro to 3Dimensional Design
• Studio Art
• AP / IB Courses
• Photography
Performing
Award -Winning
• Dance
• Instrumental Music
• Vocal Music
• Pep Squads
• Color Guard
Theater
• Introductory courses
• Advanced Courses
• Academy Theater
• IB / World Theater
S.T.E.M.
Science
Technology
Engineering
Mathematics
Instructional Dean: David Hong
Science
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Biology
Biology Honors
Integrated Lab Science
Environmental Earth
Science
Chemistry
Chemistry Honors
AP Biology
IB Biology HL
AP Chemistry
IB Chemistry SL
IB Chemistry HL
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Physics
AP Physics 1
AP Physics 2
AP Physics C
IB Physics SL
IB Physics HL
AP Environmental
Science
• IB Environmental Systems
& Societies
Technology & Engineering
• Information and
Communication Technologies*
• Computer Systems*
• Introduction to Engineering
Design (PLTW)
• Principles of Engineering
(PLTW)
• Digital Electronics (PLTW)
• Engineering Design and
Development (PLTW)
• Virtual Business
• Computer Graphic Design
• Photoshop
• Digital Video
Production
• Robotics
• Architectural Design
• AP Computer Science
• IB Information
Technology in a Global
Society (ITGS)
Mathematics
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Algebra A
Algebra B
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Algebra II/Trigonometry
Honors
• Trigonometry/Summative
Math
• Trigonometry/Mathematical
Analysis
• Mathematical
Analysis/Calculus
Honors
• AP Calculus I
• AP Calculus II
• AP Calculus II Honors
• AP Statistics
• IB Math
Methods/Statistics AP
• IB Mathematics HL
CC Math 8 – Next Steps in Math
Students must enroll in one of three courses to
continue to strengthen their foundation in
Algebra 1 before advancing to Geometry
• Students who earn an “A” or “B” in CC Math 8 may
enroll in either Algebra 1 or Algebra B.
• Students who earn a “C” in CC Math 8 may enroll
in Algebra B. Students who earn a grade lower
than a “C-” must enroll in Algebra A.
Algebra 1, A, and B
• Algebra 1 includes all of the topics in Algebra 1 at the
pace of a typical high school mathematics course. Next
course: Geometry.
• Algebra B includes the Algebra 1 topics not covered in
CC Math 8. The course moves at a slower pace to help
students who need additional time to master
challenging concepts. Next course: Geometry.
• Algebra A includes the introductory topics in Algebra 1
and will allow students who did not master these topics
in CC Math 8 to attain mastery before moving on to
Algebra B. Next course: Algebra B.
Student Support
• Math Help – Math teachers are available to
help students before school, at lunch, and
after school.
• Chem Help – Chemistry teachers tutor
students after school.
• CSF Peer Tutoring – California Scholarship
Federation students tutor students in all
subjects in a classroom supervised by a
teacher.
Social
Sciences
Physical Education
Foreign Languages
Gabriel Aguilar,
Instructional Dean
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All 9th grade Brahmas are required to take
Physical Education.
Most freshmen will sign up for Kinesiology I
◦ Athletes sign up for this class as well, and are
transferred into athletics if they make a team.
◦ Marching Band, and dance also offer PE credit.
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Senate Bill 78 requires all 9th grade students to
take the Fitnessgram physical performance test.
Students will participate in Fitnessgram testing
from March 1st through May 28th in their PE
classes.
This assessment examines 6 elements of physical
fitness.
Students who do not meet the fitness standards
of any 5 of the 6 fitness areas are required, by
law, to take physical education in grade 10 and in
subsequent grades until they meet the standards
for 5 of 6 areas.
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Health
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World History
◦ All 9th graders should be signed up. (1 Semester)
◦ Freshmen should enroll.
◦ AP European History is offered at the tenth grade
level as an alternative to World History, based on
available seating.
◦ It is recommended that IB students enroll in AP
European History during their 10th grade year.
◦ GLC conference will help your child make the
proper selection.
Spanish 1
 Spanish 2/2H*
 French 1
 Chinese 1**
 Korean 1**
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*Students must have successfully
completed first year of study prior to 9th
grade.
**Dependent on placement exam results
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Monday, March 23rd – 3:30-5:00pm
◦ Chinese Placement Exam – Room 361
◦ Korean Placement Exam– Room 305
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If you miss the placement exam for the
Chinese or Korean language programs, you
will need to make arrangements for a makeup exam with course instructors.
Chinese – Mrs. Barbara Shen
Korean – Mr. Robert Hwang
Visit DBHS.org for contact information
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All seats for NON-TUITION classes have been filled.
The 1st application window for TUITION classes will
close on Friday, March 20th at 11:59pm.
A 2nd registration window will open from April 13 th –
April 24th, or to attempt to add classes on the first day
of Summer, June 8th.
Availability for the class of 2016 will be most likely for
the following classes:
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Computer Systems (Student must be admitted to Brahma Tech)
Algebra B
Geometry
IC3/Health (in-class or online),
World History
Digital Video.
Visit the Summer School page on DBHS.org for complete
registration information.
BRAHMA
ATHLETICS
Kevin Ferguson
Athletic Director
Brahma Athletics
SUCCESS ON AND OFF THE FIELD
ACADEMICS FIRST
MULTI-SPORT ENCOURAGEMENT
JUST THIS YEAR 8 BRAHMAS HAVE SIGNED A
LETTER OF INTENT TO CONTINUE THEIR CAREER
AT THE COLLEGE LEVEL!
Sports Offered
Football – Marcus Hughes
Cross Country – TBA
Women’s Tennis – Tisa Shavers
Volleyball – Jeff Weihert
Men’s & Women’s Water Polo – Alex Matal
Men’s basketball – Henry Frierson
Women’s basketball – Tony McCabe
Women’s soccer – TBA
Men’s Soccer – Kemp Wells
Wrestling – Scott Usher
Swimming – Darlys Ankeny
Baseball – Eric Shibley
Softball – Roberta Garcia
Men’s Tennis – Dave Hamel
Track & Field – Joe Beaudion / Sally Jarvis
Badminton – Kemp Wells
Men’s & Women’s Golf – Tony McCabe
3 Levels
2 Levels
2 Levels
3 Levels
3 Levels
3 Levels
3 Levels
3 Levels
3 Levels
3 Levels
3 Levels
3 Levels
2 Levels
2 Levels
3 Levels
2 Levels
2 Levels
Sports Physicals
Saturday, May 9
8am-1pm
DBHS Gymnasium
Arrive by 11am to guarantee to see a doctor.
Cost: $20
Brahma Athletics
JANNA VAN HORN – ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR
How does my student get
involved?
*Run for freshmen office in
September!
*Apply to USB in October!
*Everyone is welcome to help
with all events!
Just ask and we will do what
we can to keep your student
involved!
What does USB do?
EVERYTHING !
Registration
Rallies
Dances
Homecoming
Noontime Activities
Recognition
Provide free lunches for academics,
sports, performing arts…
And much much more!
Brahma Boosters
Brahma Foundation
Chinese America Parents Association (CAPA)
Korean American Parents Association (KAPA)
South Asian Parents Association (SAPA)
Hispanic Organization of Parents for Education (HOPE)
Council of African American Parents (CAAP)
Our
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To support the school, staff and students through fundraising,
donations, event support, educational enrichment, college
planning, and any other means.
To provide opportunities for all students to learn, be creative,
and develop skills that will enhance their abilities in college
and life.
To model the value of unity and teamwork for students and
how much we can accomplish when we work together as a
group.
– Brahma Boosters
• Booster Bingo raises funds for ALL Extracurricular
Activities (Sports teams, Performing Arts, etc.)
– Brahma Foundation
• Performing Arts Showcase raises funds for
performing arts groups
• Additional donations support other school groups
• Revolution SAT Prep courses
– Chinese America Parents Association (CAPA)
• Provide guidance/Parent insight events
– College Admissions Seminars
– Financial Planning Workshops
– And other workshops and seminars
Continued..
– Korean American Parents Association (KAPA)
• College Admissions Seminars
• Financial Aid Seminar
– Hispanic Organization of Parents for Education (HOPE)
• 4 year plan for college seminar
• SAT boot camp scheduled throughout the year
• College tours to some great schools
– South Asian Parents Association (SAPA)
• “Evening of Colors”
• Freshman Jumpstart
• College Admissions & College Financial Workshops
– Council of African American Parents (CAAP)
• Numerous Youth programs throughout San Gabriel Valley
• Career Fair at Cal State Fullerton on March 23rd
• Legacy Workshops for “Young Men” needing help in Math
Through the Mag 7 Families - $170,000 Raised and Donated the
previous year
Please JOIN & help us turn ideas into school support
GLC’s Presentation
to Middle Schools
RICH GONZALES (A-LIM)
SONJA BURNS (LIN-Z)
GLC Role
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We are your parents on campus for four years
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Guide you on all problems
(academic, social, and emotional)
Assist you with attendance
 Create a safe and secure environment
 College and Career Guidance
 Register for classes
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Get Involved!!!!
There are no excuses to say high school is boring…
There is something for everyone
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Clubs…Over 80
Sports…From Spring to Fall
Leadership…USB and class officers
Yearbook
Journalism
Peer Counseling
Performing Arts
Marching Band/Color guard
Pep
Choir
Drama
Dance
Timeline and Important Dates
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March 17th and March 18th– Chaparral and South Pointe Visitations
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Pre-registration Card (Wish List) needs to be completed
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March 18th – 8th Grade Parent Night
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March 30/31st (Chaparral) – March 27th (South Pointe) GLC Revisits
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May 15th Eighth Grade Orientation & Lottery
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GLC revisits to pick up pre-registration card (Wish List)
8th graders come and visit DBHS and sign-up for Summer Registration appt.
Summer Registration Appointment
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Meet with GLCs for a 25 minute appointment. You will receive information
about DBHS, academics, expectations, receive your classes, ID card, and
books
What influences your
Class Selection?
 Graduation Requirements*
 College Requirements*
 Your Interests
 Parents Guidance
 Career interests
*Refer to www.dbhs.org for this information
Can 9th graders take any class in
the Course Description Booklet?
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Answer = NO
 Prerequisites: A prerequisite
is a requirement or class
that must be completed in order to enroll in a designated
class.
 For Example:
English 1 Honors
 Grade
Level Tag: You will find the grade level tag to the
right of the Course Name in the booklet.
 Semester vs. Year Classes: Some classes are only a half a
year (5 credits) and the others are one-year (10 credits)
 Make
sure that if you select a semester class as one of
your electives, you must also take an additional semester
class
Pre-Registration Card
“Wish List”
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Required Courses
1. Section #1 PE
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All students will circle Kinesiology unless you plan on being in
marching Band. If you are in marching band, you must also
enroll in concert band
2. Section #2 English
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Most students will circle English 1 unless you have an “A” in 8th
grade English and want to be in English 1 Honors
Section #3 Math
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Depends on your grade in your 8th grade math class. Teacher
Initials
Refer to the YELLOW Card
Pre-Registration Card
“Wish List” cont…
Required Courses (cont.)
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Section #4
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ICT/MOUS & Health
OR Computer Systems
ICT/MOUS and Health are semester classes OR
Brahma Tech students will circle Comp Systems
which is a year-long course.
Sections #5/6 Electives
Course Names and Numbers from Yellow sheet.
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EXAMPLES:
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Foreign Language,
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Biology/Biology Honors,
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World History
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*Signatures
Additional
Information
Please go to our website
at: www.dbhs.org
You will find additional
information from summer
school, IB, Brahma Tech,
and much more!
Diamond Bar High School
Brahma Spell Out!