Questions and Answers
Questions/Answers
How do I make an appointment to talk to my student’s counselor?
Email the counselor directly or call the Counseling Office at (707) 890-3820 x54115
In what ways can a student fulfill their P.E. requirements?
Students are required to take PE 1 during their freshman year. After that, they can fulfill the remaining 10 credits through our other PE classes, online, SRJC, or through interscholastic sports on campus. For more information on obtaining PE credit through interscholastic sports, please visit the Athletic page on the MCHS website.
Is there a “zero” period?
We have PE for 9th graders, as well as jazz band and jazz choir classes which are advanced music classes that require auditions.
Is my student on track for graduation?
To ensure that your student is on track for graduation, please reach out to his/her counselor.
What classes count towards UC/CSU Admission?
Please see A-G Requirements on the main Counseling page.
How many electives can a student take?
As long as they are meeting their core graduation requirements, there is no limit!
What is considered an “elective?”
Any course that is not a graduation requirement is considered an elective.
Can a student take classes at the SRJC for high school credit?
Yes, students can dual enroll at the SRJC. Please see the tab Santa Rosa Junior College Information on the Counseling webpage.
Does MCHS rank its students? How do you find out your student’s rank?
Yes, ranking is provided by the Santa Rosa District Office at the end of September and March. Students can get their ranking from their counselor.
Does MCHS have a valedictorian?
No, MCHS does not have a valedictorian. We have the Principal’s Award, which is determined by the principal. One senior boy and one senior girl are chosen and announced during the Senior Awards Ceremony in the spring.
What things can I do to best help prepare my student for college?
Start early! Teach them to take responsibility for their classes and classwork. Help them to understand what classes and grades are required for college. Focus on grades, get help if you need it (tutoring), help them get involved with extracurricular activities- more is not better. Focus on a passion . Begin to explore colleges, encourage your student to take challenging classes but do the necessary preparation to be successful in those classes. Encourage them to take leadership roles in extracurricular activities, choose an area of interest for community service and begin volunteer hours. Start preparing college essays early, prepare a personal resume, and apply for scholarships. Use summers wisely.
What do I do if my student is having problems with a teacher?
We encourage parents to email the teacher and get all points of view on the situation. Attempt to problem solve with your student. The next step would be to contact the counselor and let them intervene on behalf of the student. That usually starts with a conversation with the student and teacher separately and possibly a meeting between the teacher, counselor and student if necessary. Parents can also be a part of that meeting.
What do I do if my student is having problems being successful with one or more classes?
The first step would be for the student to meet with the teacher during advocacy or ask for help to the teacher via email. Secondly, encourage your student to use the Study Spot during Advocacy in the library where there are peer tutors ready to help in each subject. There is also after school tutoring available and private tutors. For names of student tutors or adult tutors, please see your student’s counselor.