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“Creating opportunities for our students to be successful while removing barriers of failure.”
Raider Friday Update
“Where we expect success and nothing less"
Counseling – Ivan Kozin
The University of California Santa Barbara is excited to bring the Transfer – Making It Happen (TMIH) program to Channel Islands High School. TMIH is a comprehensive program designed to help CIHS
Seniors, who do not currently meet the 4-year college admissions standards, prepare for pathways toward a four-year university degree. The TMIH program will include workshops that provide a broad understanding of higher education. Topics will include, but are not limited to, the value of a four-year degree, degree options, choosing a university, application processes, financial aid, transition issues, choosing a major, graduation, as well as post-secondary education options. Field trips to Oxnard College, CSU Channel Island, and UC Santa Barbara are also scheduled. Only 40 seniors who selected based by GPA and recommendations are participating in the program. The students are excited and motivated to start the next chapter in their educational lives.
On Wednesday, October 14, nearly 200 Raiders endured the early morning rainfall and made the trip to Oxnard College to participate in Multicultural Day 2009. CIHS Raiders filled the workshops and truly represented the school’s best. With the assistance and support of Mr. Terrazas, Mr. Napoles and the CIHS counseling department, students were treated to a day of educational lectures, ethnic performances, exotic foods, and a career faire just to name a few highlights of the day. As always, Oxnard College catered to the needs of our students and ensured that each student understood the significance of higher education, as well as the importance of embracing the cultural differences of today’s society.
Here are few of the workshops the Raiders were treated to:
Art Presentation with Christine Morla
The ancient art of Origami with Professor Kojima
FREE Money with Linda Robison & Brandi Rieger
The Last Disciples Comic Book with Michael Williams
A Talk About Human Slavery with Dorjee Tsewang
Multicultural Foods with Culinary Arts
Ballet Folklorico with Mati Sanchez
The Life of a Camera Person with Mark Sawicki
Broadcast Industry Opportunities with Andres Orozco
Introduction to Automotive with Jeff Hiben
NAWCWD, Point Mugu HostsDisability Employment MonthMENTORING DAYfor Students with Disabilities•Thurs., Oct 22, 2009•9:30 –1:30 pm (includes lunch) at NAWCWD, Point MuguMeet Professionals who work in:Engineering, Computer Science / Graphics or Electronics•See what it’s like to work “Behind the Gate” at Point Mugu!•Space is VeryLimited –Sign up at Disabled Student Center
Jackie Hamer – SPED Mentoring Day
On Thursday, October 22nd, Ms. Jackie Hamer took three students, Moises Lopez, Ismael Sanchez, and Alex Christopher, along with para-educator Quahtemoc Ochoa to attend the NAWCWD Point Mugu Mentoring Day for students with disabilities. This was a wonderful opportunity for three C.I.H.S. students interested in careers related to engineering, computer science, graphic arts and/or electronics to “see what it’s like to work ‘Behind the Gate’ at Point Mugu!” Mentors took the students on individual tours of weapons design facilities, control rooms, etc. Students were able to see how missiles are tested, repaired and deployed. They were also given an opportunity to submit resumes for future jobs on the base. A great part of the event was that our students had the opportunity to job-shadow various professionals working in the fields in which these students are interested. This Mentoring Day opportunity was extended to select schools/students from throughout the county including Oxnard, Ventura, and Moorpark College, as well as to CSU’s Northridge and Channel Islands. Thanks to the application process completed by assistant principal, Mark Contreras, Channel Islands High School was the only high school to participate in this event. One lucky student will be selected to receive an internship from this event. For that student, a full college tuition will be made a reality. We would like to thank C.I.H.S. teacher Sandra Galvan for the student referrals, and we would like to thank Mrs. Rosa Martinez-Sotelo, a former student with a disability, now working as a liaison between Point Mugu, China Lake and people with disabilities.
Kenya Galdamez, Counselor - HEW (Higher Education Week)
HEW (Higher Education Week) is a consortium of community colleges/universities/organizations providing awareness, outreach, and recruitment to the under-represented, low income, and educationally disadvantaged students of Ventura County. This consortium is made up of over 15 representatives from all 4 systems of higher education and private organizations.
In our efforts promote a college-going culture at our campus, we held HEW (Higher Education Week) on Thursday, October 22, 2009. They talked to our 11th grade students during 1st period & our 12th grade students during 2nd period about post-secondary options such as the four systems of higher education, financial aid, and important deadlines.
After the short presentation, the students had an opportunity to visit the college fair and speak to different university representatives in the gymnasium. One of the university representatives complimented us on having the most prepared students asking the right questions than any other group they have seen this week. We also want to thank everybody involved in ensuring our gym was beautifully set-up and the equipment ready to run, also for coordinating and setting up the morning refreshments.
Some of the Institutions present today were: UCSB, UCLA, CSUCI, CSU Chico, CSU Riverside, Westmont
College, Point Loma Nazarene University, Brooks Institute, Devry University, FIDM, Marymount College, Oxnard College, and Santa Barbara City College.
Briana Davis – AP Government/Politics Class
On Monday, 10/19, Mr. David Richmond (the director of CA's “We the People” program) came to address the AP government and politics class in room 20. His topic: The power and history of the Executive Branch. He started off with a discussion of the American dream and then launched into a discussion of the history of Article II followed by the rise of presidential power throughout the years. The term "white space" was introduced to the AP students in preparing them to think about what Executive power means. Mr. Richmond came to motivate them in preparation for a Regional Competition on December 12th at the 9th Circuit Courthouse in Pasadena, CA.
Dennis McSweeney - Visual and Performing Arts
A drawing marathon was held on Oct 19 at the Carnegie Museum in downtown Oxnard and was organized by Donna Barna. Local artists and art teachers from OUHSD, including our own Nancy Cook and Virgil Cardinez, spent time drawing still lifes and costumed models. The event was open to the public and many people interested in the arts came to draw and watch the artists at work.
Brett Zielsdorf - Annual Fall Soccer Tournament
ASB held its 5th Annual Fall Soccer Tournament the past two weeks at lunchtime. The matches took place out on the basketball courts and the quarterfinals and finals were held in the gym. Each team was guaranteed two games and hundreds of fans came out to cheer on their favorite teams the victors were the Spartans, consisting of players: Josue Ceja, Sergio Castro, Victor Maga?a, Josue Ordaz, and Tournament MVP, Daniel Garcia. The matches were fast-paced and exciting! The next soccer tournament will be in late spring.
Consuelo Hernandez (Assistant Principal) 2009 PSAT/NMSQT
The PSAT/NMSQT test is the best preparation for the SAT. It measures critical reading, math problem-solving, and writing skills developed over many years, both in and out of school. It also gives grade 11 students a chance to enter NMSC scholarship programs and gain access to college and career planning tools online. Channel Islands High School administered this exam to all English 9/10 Honors and 11th grade students on Wednesday, October 14, 2009.
I would like to give a special thanks to Ms. Shirley Moore for doing an exceptional job with organizing the administration for over 300 students and to Mrs. Adrianna Ipatzi for supporting with all areas of the PSAT. Additionally, Mr. Alberto Chavez, Mr. Sam Cvijanovich, Mr. Mark Contreras, Mrs. Marsha Craig, Ms. Emily Hall and the entire PE Department all whom were instrumental in ensuring proper facility accommodations. The administration of the test was seamless with the support of our proctoring team: Mrs. Monica Adrian, Mrs. Elizabeth Clark, Mr. Jeff Clark, Mrs. Teresa Lujan-Ferkel, Mrs. Mujde Pidduck, Mr. Brian McCauley, Mrs. Molly Fitch, Mrs. Santa Coria, Ms. Ethel Alfaro, Mr. Varre Cummins and Mrs. Dominique Rousseau.
Channel Islands High School is looking forward to the many opportunities our test-takers will have thanks to the efforts of the PSAT team!
Beryle Brinkman - CIMBA Parent Dinner
On Tuesday, September 15th, we had a parent/student dinner for the seniors. At the dinner, the business academy and all upcoming events were explained. Laura Rocha from Cabrillo Economic Dev. Corp. also presented a matched savings program. Students save $500.00 for 10 months and have it matched 4:1 by Cabrillo. When they graduate, they’ll have their original $500 + $2,000 from Cabrillo for college!
Oct 17th Oxnard College Digital Film Festival
Register online www.studentdigifilmfest.org
• Just Add Video —Make a movie in a day. You are the cast and crew as you get hands-on experience. (Final film screened at the end of the day.)
• Video as Art – Exploring the possibilities
• Editing Audio – Take your production to the next level with an intro to editing audio.
• Production Tips – Hints from getting permits to getting gear to get from script to film festival on a budget in Ventura County.
• Editing Demo — An introduction to editing. What is it and what can it do for your film.
• Editing Demo —Advanced Explore the creative possibilities
• Going Remote: How to Get the Story when it’s somewhere else. A look at news and sports coverage.
• Making the Audition – A look at the way to make the cut for actors, and tips for directors on how to choose the right person for the part.
Entrepreneur Workshop
There will be an Extreme Entrepreneur Workshop at Ventura College for the Seniors. Why Come? There is FREE food and give-a-ways, exhibits, interactive events featuring the world’s top young entrepreneurs, and keynote speakers. Students will have an opportunity to network and explore their career goals. |
