Pioneer High School, 1400 Pioneer Avenue, Woodland, CA 95776

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Senior Academic Planning
Forms for Seniors
Senior Calendar
Partial Day Schedule or Early Graduation Petition Form

Planning for Graduation and the Future
Meeting PHS Graduation Requirements and CSU/UC Subject Requirements
College Planning Calendar for Seniors
SAT Test
Apply for FAFSA Deadline March 1
Final Trimester Planning
Ordering Caps, Gowns, and Announcements
Senior Prom
Ordering Transcripts - Transcript Request Form
Senior Awards Ceremony
Commencement
Senior FAQ's

How many credits does a student need to be considered a senior?
165 and above
How is a student classified if they have less than 165 credits?
Beginning with the 2004-2005 school year, students will be given class status per the number of credits completed. • Freshman 0-50 credits • Sophomore 51-110 • Junior 111-164 • Senior 165 and above Students who do not meet the minimum number of credits for their class will not be allowed to participate in regular class activities. For example, if a student should be a senior, but does not have the minimum amount of credits, that student might not be able to participate in extra-curricular activities, senior prom, and other senior class activities. In some cases, a student might have to make up lower division courses before graduating.
How can a student make up deficient credits?
If the deficient credits are in a required course, attend summer school to earn the missing credits, take an after school intervention class, take a community college course that covers the same material, or enroll in a zero period course,
Can a student participate in the graduation ceremony if they are deficient in credits?
NO The graduation ceremony and high school diplomas are reserved for those students who have completed all of the credit and subject requirements for graduation by June of their senior year, are in good standing, and who have been enrolled at either Pioneer or Woodland High School for their last semester of attendance. State law provides that students who have failed to earn a diploma by ten credits or less must be offered the opportunity to make up such deficiencies in a summer school program designed for that purpose. Students who qualify for this consideration may be granted a diploma at the end of the summer school program; however, such students may NOT participate in the graduation ceremony. All senior students, regardless of graduation status, may participate in other senior activities providing they pay the necessary fees and/or are not banned from an activity for disciplinary reasons or have outstanding bills.
Can a student participate in the graduation ceremony if they have not passed the California High School Exit Exam?
Yes Beginning with the class of 2006, students must pass the California High School Exit Exam. Students who fail to pass the CAHSEE will receive a Certificate of Completion, but they will receive their diploma until they pass the CAHSEE.
Can a student participate in the graduation ceremony if they have not completed their Community Service hours?
NO All high school students must complete a minimum of 40 hours Community Service. After a student has fulfilled the graduation requirement of 40 hours, one credit will be issued for every 15 hours of documented community service completed. The credits will be listed each year on the school transcript. Students have the opportunity to earn up to 10 high school elective credits through service to the community. Students will need to present verification of hours served and to write a short paper on their experience in order to qualify for credits.
If a student is deficient in credits their senior year, what are the alternatives?
CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL PROFICIENCY EXAMINATION (CHSPE) It is possible to obtain a "Certificate of Proficiency" from the State Department of Education by passing the California High School Proficiency Exam (CHSPE). Although not a diploma, this certificate is legally equivalent to a high school diploma and will be accepted by California community colleges for enrollment. A student must be a minimum of 16 years old to register for this test and be enrolled in school.
GENERAL EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (GED) TEST The State Department of Education may issue a California High School Equivalency Certificate on the successful passing of the General Education Development (GED) Tests. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, a resident of the state or a member of the Armed Forces assigned to duty in the state. The equivalency certificate is accepted in lieu of a high school diploma for military service and employment by state and local agencies in California. However, always check with a military recruiter since requirements for military service do change.
ADULT EDUCATION Any person 18 years of age or older may enroll in adult classes. Persons 17 years of age may be eligible in certain circumstances. Permission to enroll must be obtained through the Adult Education Director before enrolling. High school diplomas are awarded to students who successfully complete the Adult Education requirements.
CACHE CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Students who are not able to work successfully in the high school setting, may want to consider the Cache Creek High School as an alternative. The student may graduate from Cache Creek High School, but must earn 200 credits. Credits earned before entering will count toward the 200 required. Likewise, any credits earned at Cache Creek High School will be transferable to the regular high schools.
INDEPENDENT LEARNING CENTER The Woodland Joint Unified School District Independent Learning Center is an alternative educational program offered to students to meet graduation requirements and receive a diploma. Students will have a course of student work developed to meet their particular needs. Class meeting times and homework contracts will meet the requirements for graduation. This program is for students from the 9th grade on who are referred through the school counselor.
What extra opportunities do I have as a senior?
REGIONAL OCCUPATIONAL PROGRAMS (ROP) ROP offers classes utilizing the "hands-on" approach to learning. A student learns to do by doing. Programs are taught by instructors who have worked in the career area of the courses. A student learns by actually working with the goods, services and equipment used in the industry. Major emphasis is on the development of skills and knowledge required in actual job situations. Students should be at least 16 years of age. Credits earned in the ROP classes carry the same credits as other high school classes. It is important to remember that ROP is not a diploma- giving institution. It teaches vocational skills.
WOODLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE Students may enroll in WCC classes in addition to being full-time students at PHS. Students must take a placement test and pay a student services fee.