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Welcome 8th Graders [EPIC 8]!!!
Welcome 8th Graders [EPIC 8]!!!
Below you will find information about each of the High Schools in our district, VUSD. Do your research and plan with you parents/guardian which High School you would like to attend next year. Your VMMS counselors are here to guide you through this transition process. We will update this page with what is coming up in the next few weeks. Stay tuned!
Below you will find information about each of the High Schools in our district, VUSD. Do your research and plan with you parents/guardian which High School you would like to attend next year. Your VMMS counselors are here to guide you through this transition process. We will update this page with what is coming up in the next few weeks. Stay tuned!
Transfer Deadline: March 15th 4:30 PM
For INTER-DISTRICT TRANSFERS you must also contact your home district's Student Services Department to initiate the transfer.
Students will turn in course selection form to HS counselors on 4/17/2025 during their visit to VMMS
Students will turn in course selection form to HS counselors on 4/17/2025 during their visit to VMMS
KNOW YOUR HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELORS
KNOW YOUR HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELORS
Rancho Buena Vista HS
Rancho Buena Vista HS
ALPHA:
(A-Ci) adrianarciniega@vistausd.org
(Cl-Go) michellemorris@vistausd.org
(Gr-L) marisolmayoral@vistausd.org
(M-Pa) hannahcalderon@vistausd.org
(Pe-Sa) mariasaltas@vistausd.org
(Sb-Z) annasando@vistausd.org
Mission Vista HS
Mission Vista HS
ALPHA:
(A-Ca) chivonparli@vistausd.org
(Cb-Gra) karenmendiaz@vistausd.org
(Gr-McC) sophiahutcheon@vistausd.org
(McD-Ror) daniellehernandez@vistausd.org
(Ros-Z) angelchavarin@vistausd.org
Vista HS
Vista HS
ALPHA:
(A-Coo) gustavomagana@vistausd.org
(Cor-Cz & F-Gui) alyssapinedo@vistausd.org
(Gut-Mel) nicoleolguin@vistausd.org
(Mem-On, D& E) felixsantana@vistausd.org
(Or-Sa) caitlinjones@vistausd.org
(Sc-Z) victormuratalla@vistausd.org
HIGH SCHOOLS NEWS
HIGH SCHOOLS NEWS
ALL 8th graders MUST complete the following before April 8th:
Thrively Career Inventory
Strength Career Inventory
My Plan survey
Completed course selection form with parent signature
Important Dates
Important Dates
VUSD CTE Pathways
VUSD CTE Pathways
CareerPathways_MiddleSchool_Spanish.mp4A - G REQUIREMENTS
A - G REQUIREMENTS
A-G REQUIREMENTS explained:
A-G REQUIREMENTS explained:
A-G refers to the high school courses required for entrance to the University of California (UC) and the California State University systems (CSU). They are so-called because there are seven general subject areas labeled "A" through "G". These requirements should not be confused with the courses required by the state of California or individual school districts for high school graduation.
The California State University (CSU) system requires a minimum of a "C" grade in all A-G courses while the University of California (UC) system requires a 3.0 Grade Point Average in the A-G courses meaning that a "C" grade can be balanced by an "A" grade in another class.
A common opinion among school counselors is that taking the recommended number of math and science requirements may double a student's chances of admission to a UC campus, compared with just taking the minimum to graduate with a high school diploma.
Note: In high school, if you fail a class, you will need to repeat the class (and obtain a passing grade) in order to earn the class's credits.
If you plan on attending a 4 year college, we highly recommend that you take all the [gray tassels] indicating years recommended. This will improve your chances of college acceptance along with the tips provided below.
Colleges will not only look for your A-G requirements completion, GPA (Grade Point Average) and Standardized Tests results, but they will also look for your participation in extra curricular activities (ex: clubs, volunteering, sports, etc.)
For a list of some extra curricular activities you should consider participating in CLICK HERE.
Preparing for High School
Preparing for High School
Why Prepare Now?
Why Prepare Now?
High schools look at middle school transcripts to determine placement in freshman courses.
Students and families can look into courses they can take in high school for certain career pathways (i.e. culinary program at VHS, digital art/photography, TV/ Film Production at RBV, etc.)
The workload is higher and tougher in high school and college.
More writing assignments/essays
Daily homework
Bigger projects
Expected to be more independent
Must pass with a “D” or better to graduate
Things to consider
Things to consider
Honors/AP/IB
Challenge yourself, but don’t overwhelm yourself
If you want to take an honors or AP class, it is recommended that you should be currently passing the subject with an A/B
Time management and homework
About 2 hrs per night
Additional 1 hr for honors/AP
How to Prepare for High School
How to Prepare for High School
Work on your studey habits and skills for high school success starting now
Study Habits
Index cards
Notebooks/ Cornell notes
Organizational skills
Binder checks
Student planner
Daily reminders
Time-management
Calendar school and personal activities
Plan ahead
Prioritize what needs to be done
Progress Report vs. Transcripts
Progress Report vs. Transcripts
Progress report grades show progress halfway through each semester (1st quarter & 3rd quarter)
Transcripts are final grades given at the end of each semester and follow the student to high school
HS counselors will be looking over your transcripts for 8th grade in April to determine placement
Will have access to your second progress report grades (third quarter ends mid April)
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