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Counseling Program at Central City Value

 

Our Mission 

The mission of the Central City Value High School Counseling Program is for all students to have equitable access to a data-driven multi-tier, multi-domain school counseling program that allows students to reach their fullest potential.  In collaboration with school leadership and community stakeholders, we provide holistic and comprehensive programs that promote self-advocacy and empowerment for all students through core-curriculum, small groups, individual counseling, and school-wide activities.

 

We advocate for individual uniqueness and respect, a safe and nurturing community, service to the community, and academic excellence by acknowledging the complex factors that influence students’ overall experiences. Together as an inclusive and welcoming school community, our priority is to maximize students’ development in the areas of academic, social emotional, and college and career knowledge and skills.

 

Meet Our Counselors
 

Ms. Ramirez

Ms. Jessica Ramirez

Ms. Ramirez provides services to students in 9th-12th grades. She provides DIS Counseling for students in special education, working closely with each student on a specific facet they struggle with (e.g., social skills, executive functioning, motivation, emotion management) to support them in their success in school. She also provides social-emotional short-term counseling support to any student facing potentially acute situations such as loss of a loved one, self-harm, or anxious and/or depressed symptoms, as well as facilitating support groups to help students manage their stress. Ms. Ramirez collaborates with the crisis team after conducting threat assessments, and serves as a link bewteen home, school, and community to refer students to community mental health agencies. She enjoys advocating for mental health awareness and overseeing the student-led Active Minds Club, by creating various school-wide campaigns regarding suicide prevention, bullying prevention, and mental health.

 

Ms.Ramirez:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 213-471-4686
Remind App: @h767dff

 

Ms. Bryant Ms. Bryant

Ms. Bryant works closely with the 10th and 11th grade students. She works with them on a one-on-one level and as a whole. You will see her give classroom presentations on topics ranging from high school graduation requirements, university and college entrance requirements, social emotional skills and career readiness. She also focuses on early academic intervention. Another role of hers at Central is assisting students with Edgenuity, but students must reach the requirements to take online classes. If you are need of these services she has many resources to point you towards. She enjoys being part of the counseling team and assists the other counselors with special projects as well.

 

Ms. Bryant:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 213-471-4686 ext 216

 

Ms. Marroquin Ms. Marroquin

Ms. Marroquin works with the 9th and 12th grade students. With the senior class her job consists of ensuring students meet the graduation credits to receive their High School diploma. Also, she ensures that A-G requirements are met by students so that they are college eligible Her role consists in assisting the senior class complete college applications, as well as, completion of the financial aid applications.

 

Ms. Marroquin:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 213-471-4686
Remind App: @ffgc3d6

The Grad Plans helps us as counselors to identify which classes students need to take in order to meet A-G requirements and graduate with 230 credits. Each student has their own specific grad plan.  Students need to pass each class with a "C" or better. If a student receives any failing grades, they should retake the class during summer school or online. To access the A-G Grad Plan, you will need to log in to your Value Schools email and click here.
 
 
Grad Plan 1
Grad Plan 2
Graduation:
  • To move to the next grade, students have to pass 62 credits per year and require 230 to graduate.
  • State law requires that students pass A-G requirements and two years of physical education
  • Important Note: Students will not be allowed to participate in graduation without having completed 230 credits by the end of spring. 
 
College:
  • Student must pass all A-G courses with a C or better.
  • Student must participate in extracurricular activities.
  • Students must take/participate in community programs.
Grade Total Credits per School Year Minimum Required for Grade Promotion
9th Grade 62 40
10th Grade 120 105
11th Grade 180 155
12th Grade 230 NA
Students receive 5 credits per CORE class, Advisory and SSR are assigned 1 credit each.

University of California Admissions requirements

 

Application for the University of California, (UC Application). Remember all courses need to be completed with a grade of a “C” or better. Only students in 12th grade, seniors, can apply.

 

California State University Application site (CSU’s). Only students in 12th grade, seniors, can apply.

 

Los Angeles Community Colleges Information and Webpages.

 

Common App: Private Colleges/Universities Application. Only students in 12th grade, seniors, can apply.

 

The Discover Site has a variety of information on colleges, universities, types of financial aid, college application information, college life, college majors, and much more. Check it out!

 

Petersons offers College Planning Timelines. Check out what you need to do every year you’re in high school in order to be prepared to apply to a college/university your 12th grade year!

Sign up at CollegeBoard for an SAT Exam, practice SAT exams, and view your scores. Must create an account first.

 

Take a look at CollegeBoard's Big Future, and search for Colleges by major, or search for majors and descriptions. Sign up first with CollegeBoard.

 

The ACT: Another exam that can be taken in place of the SAT. Register for an exam, find exam dates, and view your scores.

California Career Zone is a great site to research careers, requirements for careers, jobs, search for colleges/universities

 

Take The California Career Zone Interest Profiler Assessment to see what jobs/careers are good for you based on your likes.

 

O-Net Online is another great website to search for careers and requirements, apprenticeships.

 

Roadtrip Nation is another site to take an Interest Profile Assessment in order to see jobs/careers that are related to your likes. It’s powered by Collegeboard so you must register with Collegeboard to access the site.

Volunteer Match is a great way to find a career is by volunteering! You must register in order to access the database. You can search volunteer opportunities by city and state. Great place to start if you are unsure of where to look.

 

Los Angeles Animal Services gives you the opportunity to volunteer in an Animal Shelter! Click on the link to find out more information and how to apply.

 

Volunteer at the Los Angeles Zoo! Students in 9th grade and up are eligible to apply.

 

Interested in becoming a firefighter? Become a LA Firefighter Cadet! 

 

Join the Los Angeles Police Department Cadets! Check out their website for the application.

 

Volunteer at the Natural History Museum or La Brea Tar Pits. Sign up here!

 

Volunteer at the California Science Center! Apply here!

 

Volunteer at a Los Angeles Public Library.

 

Volunteer at the Los Angeles Children’s Hospital. Applications open every February for the summer session. Apply here. Must be at least 15 years old.

 

LA Youth is a great website that lists various opportunities for youth.

 

Volunteer with the LA County Department of Public Social Services. You must be 16 to apply. Volunteer as a case/office assistant, toy loan outreach volunteer, adopt a family, and special projects.

 

The Bresee Foundation offers a variety of opportunities for students such as tutoring services, internships, jobs, and much more. Check out their page!

 

The Carecen Foundation offers great services to the community such as legal advice, community college classes for high school students, college application assistance, and much more. Check out their website!

Check out these scholarship support websites

 

Avoid Scams: Do not apply for scholarships if you see these claims:

  • “We guarantee you will receive a scholarship.”
  • “Buy now or miss your chance.”
  • “You can’t get this information anywhere else.”
  • "Credit card or bank account number required to hold a scholarship.”

FAFSA: Apply for financial aid, at the government and state level. Site for individuals with a Social Security Number and have legal Residency. Only students in 12th grade, seniors, can apply for FAFSA. 

 

California Student Aide Commission: Apply for financial aid for college. Designed for students who do not have a Social Security Number or are not legal residents. Only students in 12th grade, seniors, can apply for the DREAM ACT. DREAM ACT is not the same as DACA.

 

Federal Student Aide: Learn about the different types of student financial aid available here. This site is great for ALL grade levels.

 

California Student Aide Commission: Information on different types of Cal Grants. Cal Grants are given to you in your FAFSA award if you meet the requirements. Check them out!  This site is great for ALL grade levels.

Khan Academy: all subjects

 

PBS Kids: (for younger children) 

 

PBS Nova: science documentaries

 

Quizlet: An app to help create flashcards and study

 

Zinn Education Project: objective lens on History

 

Audible is free for the first month, with millions of books

 

CodeAcademy is a free platform for learning how to code

 

Fiveable is a modern, engaging resource specifically for AP courses

 

McGraw Hill virtual textbooks and practice packets for math, science, language arts, and social studies

 

CK-12 shares free online learning resources including virtual textbooks (FlexBooks), subject videos, and quizzes.

 

BrainPop offers accessible, engaging lessons for elementary and middle school learners. Topics range from STEM to arts, music, and health

WIN - What I Need App for smartphone- find shelter, food, legal, education, hotlines, assistance for those experiencing homelessness.