Launchpad Prep Year Plan
Course Curriculum & Syllabus
Launchpad Master Plan
SAT Prep & College / Career Readiness • 11th Grade
Compton Early College & CATI
Academic Year: 2026 - 2027
Schedule: 3x Weekly (2x90m | 1x40m)
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Course Framework & Weekly Structure
A SAT Block (90 min)
Focuses on adaptive, data-driven mastery using the Khan Academy Official SAT Practice pathway, leading to the April SAT.
Key Focus: Diagnosing gaps, active practice, skill leveling, and digital test-taking strategies.
B CCR Block (90 min)
In-depth research of higher education, parsing the 4 systems of college, financial aid planning, and application writing.
Core Projects: College systems deep dive, financial award decoding, brag sheets, and PIQ drafts.
F Friday Focus (40 min)
A high-octane sprint for accountability, goal setting, real-time tracking, and timed assessments.
Structure: 20m Timed Mini-Drill + 20m Khan Academy Progress Log / Check-ins.
Weekly Operations Protocol
Day 1: SAT Block (90m)
• Mini-Lesson (20m)
• Khan Academy Practice (50m)
• Review & Error Log (20m)
Day 2: CCR Block (90m)
• Landmark Milestones (30m)
• Project-Based Lab (45m)
• Peer Critique/Share (15m)
Friday: Flash & Focus (40m)
• Timed Skill Drill (20m)
• Khan Tracking / Goal-Setting / Conference Logs (20m)
Key Benchmarks
- Weekly Active Goal: Minimum 45 active minutes and 20 practice questions answered on Khan Academy.
- April SAT Benchmark: Target growth (+100 to +150 point goal) mapped specifically for the April School-Day SAT.
- Portfolio Milestones: Completion of 4 polished digital portfolio artifacts by graduation.
Grading Distribution
Khan Academy Practice & Drills 30%
College & Career Portfolio Artifacts 30%
Assessments, Diagnostic Exams, Mini-Drills 25%
Goal Tracking, Planning & Participation 15%
Future Forge Curriculum Series Page 1 of 5 Compton Unified School District
Yearly Pacing Chart
Fall Semester: Quarter 1 Higher Ed Systems
Aug 13, 2026 – Oct 16, 2026
Quarter 1 Focus: The 4 Higher Ed Systems & Student Profiles 10 Weeks • Term ends Oct 16
| Wk | Block A: SAT (90 min) | Block B: CCR (90 min) | Friday Flash & Focus (40 min) |
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| W1 | Orientation: Class expectations, pre-onboarding, & schedule run-through. | Post-Secondary Intro: College vs. career paths & establishing personal targets. | Intro Baseline: Establish initial system tracking setup. |
| W2 | Onboarding: Register and connect Khan Academy accounts to College Board. | The 4 Systems: Mapping CCC, CSU, UC, & Privates in California. | Intro Drill: Walkthrough of diagnostic parameters. |
| W3 | Diagnostic Step 1: Complete reading/writing diagnostic on Khan. | Self-Discovery: Career Interest Survey (Finding my interests quiz). | Log & Track: Record Verbal Diagnostic gaps. |
| W4 | Diagnostic Step 2: Complete math diagnostic on Khan. | Extracurricular Audit: Developing a holisitic club/sports involvement tracker. | Log & Track: Record Math Diagnostic gaps. |
| W5 | R&W Unit 1: Central ideas & text evidence on Reading SAT. | System 1 Deep Dive: CCC, Transfer Agreements, & ADT pathways. | Drill 1: Central Ideas timed challenge. |
| W6 | Math Unit 1: Algebra 1 basics: Linear equations & slopes. | System 2 Deep Dive: CSU, Golden Four requirements, & Eligibility index. | Drill 2: Linear equations timed math test. |
| W7 | R&W Unit 2: Chart & graph data analysis. | System 3 Deep Dive: UC comprehensive review, A-G requirements, & GPA. | Drill 3: Quantitative data reading challenge. |
| W8 | Math Unit 2: Systems of linear equations, variables & graphing. | System 4 Deep Dive: Private colleges, Holistic reviews & the Common App. | Drill 4: Systems of equations timed math drill. |
| W9 | R&W Unit 3: Craft & Structure: Words in context (Vocabulary). |
Teacher Facilitation Notes (Q1)
Ensure students understand the distinct structural differences between CSUs (focused on practical application & golden four rules) and UCs (focused on research & holistic A-G guidelines). Utilize student-led extracurricular audits in Week 4 to emphasize that clubs, jobs, and family responsibilities all contribute to a powerful college profile.
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Yearly Pacing Chart
Fall Semester: Quarter 2 Financials & Profiles
Oct 19, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026
Quarter 2 Focus: Financial Aid Literacy & Student Brag Sheets 9 Weeks • Term ends Dec 18
| Wk | Block A: SAT (90 min) | Block B: CCR (90 min) | Friday Flash & Focus (40 min) |
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| W11 | Math Unit 3: Systems of linear inequalities & graphical regions. | Financial Aid 101: Sticker price vs. Net price & FAFSA overview. | Drill 6: Systems of inequalities graphical region tests. |
| W12 | R&W Unit 4: Passage organization and author's intent. | Aid Portals: Understanding Cal Grants, CADAA & Middle Class Scholarship. | Veterans Day (Nov 11) - Shifted weekly goals. |
| W13 | Math Unit 4: Advanced math: Nonlinear functions & quadratics. | Scholarships Deep Dive: Navigating Fastweb, BigFuture & local awards. | Drill 7: Quadratic factors math challenge. |
| W14 | R&W Unit 5: Craft & Structure: Multi-passage comparisons. | Brag Sheets: Designing recommendation brag sheets for teachers. | Drill 8: Comparative reading speed tests. |
| W15 | Math Unit 5: Quadratic graphs, parabolas, and key vertices. | Extracurricular Metrics: Translating activities to college rubrics. | Drill 9: Parabola graphing math challenges. |
| W16 | Active Instruction Days: Advanced systems and quadratic review. | College Essays Intro: Purpose of narrative writing. (No school Thu/Fri). | Thanksgiving (Nov 26-27) - No school Thu/Fri. |
| W17 | R&W Unit 6: Expression of Ideas: Strategic transitions. | Admissions Process: Overview of portals (Cal State Apply, UC App, Common App). | Drill 10: Transition markers timed practice. |
| W18 | Math Unit 6: Exponential growth patterns and functions. | The Timeline Map: Mapping application types (EA, ED, RD). | Drill 11: Exponential functions challenge. |
| W19 | Practice Check: Mid-Year Comprehensive Diagnostic. | Quarter 2 Artifact: Upload Finalized Brag Sheet + Cost Calculators. |
Teacher Facilitation Notes (Q2)
In Week 14, guide students in using Net Price Calculators directly on targeted college websites to calculate personalized out-of-pocket costs. Ensure students complete their Counselor/Teacher Brag Sheets (Week 14) and save them to their digital portfolio before winter break.
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Spring Semester: Quarter 3 Essays & Match
Jan 11, 2027 – Mar 19, 2027
Quarter 3 Focus: Target Matches & College Application Writing 10 Weeks • Term ends Mar 19
| Wk | Block A: SAT (90 min) | Block B: CCR (90 min) | Friday Flash & Focus (40 min) |
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| W20 | Data Check: Winter gap remediation & tailored study sheets. | Admissions Profiles: Analysis of GPA/SAT averages of targeted colleges. | Goal Resets: Target plans & updating trackers. |
| W21 | Math Unit 7: Geometry: Area/volume, circles, and angles. | College Match: Building Reach, Match, & Safety list balance. | Martin Luther King Day (No Monday school). |
| W22 | R&W Unit 7: Expression of Ideas: Rhetorical synthesis models. | Understanding Credentials: Deciphering transcripts & school reports. | Drill 12: Rhetorical synthesis timed drills. |
| W23 | Math Unit 8: Trigonometry: Right triangle rules & math values. | Personal Essays: Brainstorming Common App prompts & angles. | Drill 13: Right-triangle geometry timed practice. |
| W24 | R&W Unit 8: Standard English: Punctuation, comma splices. | UC PIQs: Select and unpack prompt guidelines. | Lincoln Day (No Friday school) - Shifted. |
| W25 | Math Unit 9: Problem Solving: Speed, ratios, and percentages. | Recommendation Prep: Drafting academic request letters. | Presidents Day (No Monday school). |
| W26 | R&W Unit 9: English Conventions: Verb agreement, logic. | Essay Lab 1: Drafting the personal statement body paragraph. | Drill 14: English grammar timed challenge. |
| W27 | Math Unit 10: Data: Standard deviation, population polls. | Essay Peer Review: Voice checks and edits of PIQ draft 1. | Drill 15: Polls & statistics analysis math drill. |
| W28 | Math Practice Run: Comprehensive geometry and advanced algebra review. | Extracurricular Profiles: Writing short, impactful descriptions. | Drill 16: Full-length math calculator drill. |
Teacher Facilitation Notes (Q3)
Help students categorize their College Matches (Week 21) based on academic benchmarks: GPA/SAT in top 25% (Safety), top 50% (Match), and lower 25% (Reach). Emphasize structural editing during the essay writing workshop weeks to maintain strong active student voices.
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Yearly Pacing Chart
Spring Semester: Quarter 4 Completion
Mar 22, 2027 – Jun 4, 2027
Quarter 4 Focus: April Testing, Post-SAT & Showcases 10 Weeks • Term ends Jun 4
| Wk | Block A: SAT (90 min) | Block B: CCR (90 min) | Friday Flash & Focus (40 min) |
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| W30 | SAT Sprint: High-pacing timing review & shortcuts. | Essay Finish: Drafting and editing PIQ Essay 2. | Cesar Chavez / Local Hol. (Mar 25-26). |
| HOL | SPRING RECESS • NO SCHOOL (MARCH 29 - APRIL 2, 2027) | | |
| W31 | Mock SAT: Run 90-minute digital SAT mock session on platform. | Decoding Awards: Deciphering loans vs. grants in award sheets. | Drill 17: Final full-pacing mock countdown. |
| W32 | The Final Countdown: Strategy, stress management, guessing. | Living Budgets: Mock cost accounting for college life. | Final Drill before exam window. |
| W33 | ★ OFFICIAL SAT EXAM WINDOW ★ | Reflection: Stress recovery & post-exam metrics logs. | SAT score target updates and logs. |
| W34 | Post-SAT: Collegiate-style syntax study. | Support Networks: EOP program guidelines and campus tools. | Networking checklist updates. |
| W35 | Post-SAT: Advanced synthesis techniques. | Extra Steps: Internships, jobs, and volunteer targets. | Mock interview preparation lists. |
| W36 | Post-SAT: Critique of analytical college readings. | Dry Run: Practice filling out Cal State & UC App forms. | Memorial Day (No Monday school). |
| W37 | Yearly math progression metrics analysis. | Senior Prep: Grade 12 timeline blueprint & deadlines. | Senior roadmap audit sheets. |
| W38 | Closing reflections & final study checks. | Presentation: Final showcase & peer evaluations. | Final Digital Portfolio Audits. |
11th Grade Launchpad Milestone Checklist
Diagnostic Complete: Baseline & target settings.
Digital Portfolio: Live website landing page.
Resume & Cover Letter: Professional PDF.
College Matching: Reach/Match/Safety list.
April SAT & Senior Plan: Official SAT completed & Step-by-Step Grade 12 timeline map.
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