Resources

High school students must meet the following requirements to earn a diploma and graduate:

1. Complete all course requirements and have the minimum number of credit units, including 160 Core Academic Courses (UC/CSU A-G courses) and 80 Green Dot electives for a total of at least 240 credit units:
   

   UC/CSU Requirement	Subject	Credit Units
   A	History/Social Science	30
   B	English	40
   C	Mathematics	30
   D	Science	20
   E	Language Other Than English	20
   F	Visual and Performing Arts	10
   G	College Prep Elective	10
   -	Green Dot Electives	80

2. All students must pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) to graduate. Students first take the test in the 10th grade and have chances to retake the test in the 11th and 12th grades. More information is available on the California Department of Education website.
3. Every student must show proof that he or she completed 3 university applications. Students must bring proof of acceptance or denial. Incomplete applications will not be accepted! Acceptable forms for proof of application include: college correspondence via letter, e-mail, or online printout indicating acceptance or denial of admissions.
4. Students must complete 40 community service hours before graduation. These hours are to be turned into advisory teachers before the end of the school year.
5. Students must serve all detentions and suspensions and clear all other disciplinary obligations.
6. Students/parents must pay all financial debts owed to the school.

Students will be recognized as Distinguished Graduates if they meet the following additional requirements:

1. Fulfill the recommended A-G requirements, which require the following additional credit units:
   

   UC/CSU Requirement	Subject	Additional Credit Units
   C	Mathematics	10
   D	Science	10
   E	Language Other Than English	10

2. Complete an additional 20 community service hours before graduation.
3. Complete at least one UC/CSU transferrable cource with a "C" or above grade, or earn a passing grade (3 or above) on at least one Advanced Placement (AP) Exam.
4. Finish high school with a weighted GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Testing Resources

The following pages contain information on each test, practice questions, and other resources:

• STAR tests, including the California Standards Test (CST): http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/sr/
• California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE): http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/hs/
• California English Language Development Test (CELDT): http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/tg/el/
• SAT, PSAT, and AP: http://www.collegeboard.com/
• ACT: http://www.act.org/aap/

The College Application Process

1. Plan for college beginning in 9th grade

The University of Southern California's "Preparing for College Guide" offers detailed descriptions of what students need to do at each grade level to be a competitive applicant. The CSU Planning Guide offers similar recommendations.

2. Check admission requirements

The California State University requirements and the University of California A-G requirements should guide the courses that you take in high school. Green Dot high schools use the A-G requirements as graduation requirements, so most students on track to graduate will complete the required coursework.

3. Develop a list of colleges to apply to

Helpful resources to guide your college search include:

• CaliforniaColleges.edu is the state's official website that provides information about higher education in California for students and parents.
• CSU Mentor is designed to help students and their families learn about the California State University (CSU) system and has information on planning for college, applying to college, and financial aid.
• CAcolleges.org is a search enginge for colleges in California.
• U.S. News College Rankings provides a list of the top colleges.
• The Princeton Review is a search engine that allows you to set the parameter (your interests, majors, public or private school, size, etc.) and then gives you a list of schools that fit your profile.
• My College Options is a search engine that matches your interests with colleges that fit those interests.
• CampusTours.com provides prospective students with a virutal tour of hundreds of college campuses. It is a great way to get a feel for the campus that might be too far away for a weekend drive.
• Black Excel has college information for African American students.
• Art Institutes International is an association of some of the top private Art schools in the country, with links to all of them.
• Colleges That Change Lives is a non-profit that helps students expand their college search process beyond ratings and rankings.
• Landmark College is designed to help those with ADHD and learning disabilities get their associate's degree and gain the tools to advance their education to a four-year school.

4. Complete your college application

After you have decided where you want to apply, you need to complete the applications:

• Cal State Universities
• University of California
• The Common Application
• Los Angeles City Colleges

If you need to submit copies of your transcript, you can request them electronically. Instructions for using the service can be found here.

Green Dot Public Schools has chosen Parchment for all transcript requests

Send your official transcript anywhere in the world with just a few clicks!

Student, parents, and alumni can use Parchment, the leader in eTranscript exchange, to send high school transcripts electronically, securely and confidentially, all with real-time tracking.

To order your transcript, click the big ORDER YOUR TRANSCRIPT banner below. The first thing you’ll do is create an account, then you’ll place your order, and then you can track your order 24/7.

Visit parchment.com/studentkit to access the Parchment Student Tool Kit Containing:

• Video Tutorials
• User Guides
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Support Resources

Colleges and universities prefer to receive transcripts electronically through Parchment!

Download the Green Dot English Learner (EL) Master Plan >>

Descargar el Plan Maestro EL >>

Special Education & Psychological Services Commitment

Oscar De La Hoya Ánimo Charter High School’s special education and psychological services team is committed to addressing barriers to learning through an integrated academic, social-emotional and behavioral system that bridges services to students with disabilities in an inclusive environment.

Our approach

We provide high quality and accessible programming that embraces the strengths of our students. Our special education supports are created with high structure in order to foster a highly inclusive supported environment for all of our scholars and their families.

Department Contact Information

Dr. Susana Campo
Senior Director of Special Education & Psychological Services
[email protected]
(323) 565 - 1600

Special Education Program Administrator
Katie Haas
[email protected]

School Psychologist
Dr. Judith Plascencia-Peinado
[email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can my child attend Oscar De La Hoya if she/he has an IEP?
Yes, we are a public school and welcome all students.

I have questions about my child’s IEP. Who should I reach out to?
Please contact the school and ask to speak with your child’s special education teacher.

Who should I contact for a special education evaluation or support for my child?
Please contact our school psychologist to share your concerns.

Related Links:

A Parent’s Guide To Special Education (Rights & Safeguards) - English >>

Una Guia Para Padres de Educación Especial (Derechos y Garantías Procesales)-Espanol >>

The IEP And You/El IEP Y Usted (English/Español) >>

The ITP And You- English >>

El ITP Y Tu- Español >>

Least Restrictive Environment-English >>

Entorno Académico De Restricción Mínima (LRE) -Español >>

Are You Puzzled By Your Child’s Special Needs? - English >>

¿Está Desconcertado Con Las Necesidades Especiales De Su Hijo? -Español >>

School and Family Support Services (SFSS) - English

School and Family Support Services (SFSS) - Spanish

Extended School Year (ESY) Services For Students with Disabilities- English

Extended School Year (ESY) Services For Students with Disabilities- Spanish

Don't let the high cost of college discourage you or your child. Numerous sources of financial aid can help you afford even the most expensive schools. In fact, nearly half of all college students receive some financial aid. The key is to start saving and researching now. Consider the types of college your child might attend (public, private, urban, rural), the requirements of your potential major (books, supplies), and living costs (housing, transportation, food). Estimate your child's financial needs, and begin saving money each month. Many banks offer special college savings accounts.

Financial Aid

You and your child can apply for several types of aid from federal and state agencies, private foundations, and colleges.

Federal Student Aid, a part of the U.S. Department of Education, is the largest provider of student financial aid in the nation and should be the first stop for students seeking financial aid. By completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), students are considered for federal student aid. Many other financial aid programs require that students first fill out the FAFSA (including Cal Grants). To fill out the FAFSA, you will also need to complete the application for a Federal Student Aid PIN.

The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) is the principal state agency responsible for administering financial aid programs for students attending California colleges and universities. Students can apply for the Cal Grant program and several other financial aid programs through the CSAC website.

Undocumented students who are eligible for AB 540 are now eligible to receive financial aid from the State of California. To apply for California State aid, AB 540 students must complete the California Dream Act Application and the Cal Grant GPA Verification process. More information on AB540. Educators for Fair Consideration (E4FC) also provides college information and scholarships for undocumented students.

LA Cash for College provides free assistance to Los Angeles students and familes applying for federal and state financial aid. Visit their website to find out more about the workshops and other services they offer.

Many colleges and universities also provide financial aid to their students. You should ask each college on your list what their financial aid policies are and what it takes to apply for financial aid. Many colleges will require that you fill out the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE before applying for financial aid.

Scholarships

Scholarships are awarded to students based on several criteria. Your child can receive a scholarship for academics, athletics, community service, and many other endeavors. FastWeb.com is a great Web site to search for scholarship opportunities. Your child can fill out an online profile and the website will match their profile with potential scholarships. The Minority Scholarship Search allows students to search for scholarships that are open to students of their race. Other organizations that offer college scholarships include:

• Sallie Mae Scholarship Search - Searchable database of more than 3 million scholarships
• Hispanic Scholarship Fund - Largest scholarship program for Latino students in the nation
• United Negro College Fund - Administers a range of scholarship programs for African-American students
• Boston University Trustee Scholarship Competition - Full tuition scholarships to Boston University for high-performing students
• Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation - Scholarship program sponsored by Coca-Cola
• Dell Scholars Program - Scholarship program sponsored by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
• Gates Millennium Scholars - Scholarship program for minority students sponsored by the Gates Foundation
• Jackie Robinson Foundation - Scholarships and mentoring for minority students provided in memory of Jackie Robinson
• "Make The U (Haz La U)" Scholarship Program - Scholarships for Latino students sponsored by Colgate
• MALDEF Scholarship Resources - Information on scholarships collected by the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF)
• SALEF Scholarship - Scholarships for Latino students sponsored by the Salvadoran-American Leadership and Education Fund
• Univision "es el momento" Scholarship - Scholarships for Latino students sponsored by Univision

Helping Your Student Succeed in High School English

Helping Your Student Succeed in High School English (Spanish)

Helping Your Student Succeed in High School Math

Helping Your Student Succeed in High School Math (Spanish)

Read Our Policy Below for Homelessness Resources

Our School Liason is:

Melissa Peña
Community School Manager
1149 S. Hill St., Ste. 600
323-565-1600

The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act for Homeless Children and Youth entitles all homeless school-aged
children to the same free and appropriate public education that is provided to non-homeless students. To that
end, Green Dot has adopted the following policy regarding the enrollment and education of homeless students.

A homeless student is defined as a person between the ages of two and eighteen who lacks a fixed, regular, and
adequate nighttime residence. It includes children and youths who:

• Live in an emergency or transitional shelter; abandoned building, parked car, or other facility not designed as a
  regular sleeping accommodation for human beings
• Live “double-up” with another family/are sharing the housing of other persons, due to loss of housing,
  economic hardship, or a similar reason;
• Live in a hotel or motel due to lack of alternate adequate accommodations;
• Live in a trailer park or campsite due to lack of alternate adequate accommodations;
• Have been abandoned at a hospital;
• Reside in a home for school-aged, unwed mothers or mothers-to-be if there are no other available living
  accommodations;
• Are living in cars, parks, public spaces, abandoned buildings, substandard housing, bus or train stations, or
  similar settings; and
• Are a migratory or abandoned, runaway, or throwaway youth that qualifies as homeless because he/she is
  living in circumstances described above.

Homeless status is determined in cooperation with the parent or guardian. In the case of unaccompanied youth,
status is determined by the School Liaison.

School Liaison

The Principal designates the following staff person as the School Liaison for homeless students:

Melissa Peña
Community School Manager
1149 S. Hill St., Ste. 600
323-565-1600

The School Liaison shall ensure that:

1. Homeless students are identified by school personnel and through coordination activities with other
   entities and agencies.
2. Homeless students enroll in, and have a full and equal opportunity to succeed at Green Dot.
3. Homeless students and families receive educational services for which they are eligible, including
4. Head Start and Even Start programs, and referrals to health care services, dental services, mental
   health services, and other appropriate services.
5. Parents/guardians are informed of the educational and related opportunities available to their
   children and are provided with meaningful opportunities to participate in the education of their
   children.
6. Public notice of the educational rights of homeless children is disseminated at places where children
   receive services, such as schools, shelters, and soup kitchens.
7. Enrollment/admissions disputes are mediated in accordance with law, the Green Dot charter(s), and
   Board policy.
8. Parents/guardians and any unaccompanied youth are fully informed of all transportation services, as
   applicable.
9. The School Liaison collaborates with State coordinators and community and school personnel
   responsible for the provision of education and related services to homeless children and youths.
   Enrollment

Green Dot shall immediately admit/enroll the student (subject to the school’s capacity and pursuant to any
procedures stated in the charter), even if the student lacks records normally required for enrollment. Records
will immediately be requested from the previous school.

If the student needs to obtain immunizations or does not possess immunization or other medical records, the
Principal or designee shall refer the parent/guardian to the School Liaison. The School Liaison shall assist the
parent/guardian in obtaining the necessary immunizations or records for the student