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WELCOME INCOMING FRESHMAN!Class of 2019
PURPOSE OF TONIGHT…
Review Freshman year and Glencoe basics
Introduce Academic expectations and resources at Glencoe High School
Share Personal and social changes and challenges of high school life
Preview College and career exploration tips and resources
GLENCOE 101What To Know about Glencoe…
YOUR FIRST DAY
Tuesday, September 7th
Freshman ONLY! Tide Crew:
Ice Breaker Activities Tour of the School Q & A with experienced GHS Students
Assembly Lunch Run-through of your class schedule
COURSES YOUR FRESHMAN YEAR
Core/Required Classes: English 9 (1.0) Math (1.0) Biology (1.0) World Studies or AP Human Geography (1.0) PE 1 (.5)
Electives Can be anything else available to 9th grade
students If considering 2- or 4-year college down the road,
sign up for a 2nd language course by Sophomore Year
Study Hall, AVID, etc.
24 Total for Graduation
!
WHAT TO EXPECT, CON’T
Graduation requirements Must be met to earn your diploma
24 credits for Standard or Modified 26 credits (plus additional reqs) for Chancellors
Diploma or Honors Program Pass the state tests (or equivalent) in:
Reading, Writing, Math Failing a required class means summer school,
online classes or credit recovery D = Passing in HS
BUT colleges will not accept Ds in core classes
Can be retaken via summer school, credit recovery or online for a higher grade, which can mean $$$
ATTENDANCE
Plays a huge role in success in class Missed instruction: feeling lost, lack of notes Missing or makeup work Can lead to consequences:
Lunch detention, Suspension, Police Involvement
6-minute passing time How to notify attendance office of absences
or tardies, including pre-arranged: Call or send in a signed note ahead of time, or
within 48 hours. Only when actually excused!
ACADEMIC EXPECTATIONSHow to Be Successful…
WHAT TO EXPECT
8 classes rather than 6 4 periods per day A/B days
Block schedule (90-minute periods) More homework
Daily - expect it every day! Get into a routine and stick with it! Parents, you
can help to create a structured schedule for them.
More tests Show that you know it Bigger part of your grade
WHAT TO EXPECT
More accountability Monitor your grades/progress Communicate with teachers regarding missed
class, makeup work, grade checks “Turn it on” when you get to HS
More pressure/stress to do well Failing or doing poorly can limit future
opportunities These reasons are why asking for help,
staying after school, preparing for tests, etc. are very helpful habits!
STUDY HABITS
Common mistakes Not completing and/or handing in homework Not studying for or not retaking quizzes/tests Being disorganized Not using or having distractions in your study
place Being afraid to ask your teacher for help Missing/skipping class Not participating or asking questions in class Poor time management/use of class time Not monitoring grade Not advocating for yourself!
RESOURCES/SUGGESTIONS
Student/Parent VUE See your child’s progress on daily/weekly basis
GHS Website Teacher email addresses available Access to teacher websites
RESOURCES/SUGGESTIONS Teachers
Information regarding grades, behavior and attendance Sees your student every other day, can give you input on
potential issues Parents: By phone, email or appointment before/after
school Students: you can email your teachers, too!
Counselors Make an appointment in counseling center, by phone or
email Freshman interviews in the fall, classroom guidance Problem-solving with student Other suggestions (study skills, motivation/attitude, etc.) Issues outside of school affecting academics
Can provide referrals to outside resources Can help if teachers do not respond
RESOURCES/SUGGESTIONS
Learning Lab (Like Homework Club) Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 3:30 to 4:30 pm Teachers, assistants and peer tutors available
Computer/printer access Activity bus to transport to nearest elementary
Testing Center Easy access to making up or retaking exams Study Hall – allows time built into school day for
access to tutoring, time to study Tutoring Center
Full-time during the school day All core subjects
RESOURCES/SUGGESTIONS
Report Cards Every 4 ½ weeks – all grades!
Parent Conferences - Fall Meet face to face with teachers to get more
insight
0 MD1 QT1 MD2 SM1 (all grades) (all grades) (all grades)
(all grades)
Semester grades go
on transcript!
IMPORTANCE OF PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT
Research: Parental involvement drops significantly once
student reaches high school Your student still needs guidance and assistance Big change for you to go through together Wanting to give independence vs. trusting they
can handle on their own View report card and online grades and talk
over with your student Talk to daily about school and future goals Look at backpack, binder, planner regularly
RECOMMENDATIONS
Strong study habits/routineSeek out help!Regular attendanceCs or higher in all classes!Communicate about school!
PERSONAL/SOCIAL CONSIDERATIONSHow to Keep Focused…
WHAT TO EXPECT
More students Bigger building Influence of friends
Peer pressure Academically and socially
More choices: Activities, clubs, sports Friends How to spend your time outside of school
Stress of academic pressures
WHAT TO EXPECT, CON’T
Adolescent issues: BF/GF Feelings of depression, hormone changes Peer conflict Questions and thoughts about life More freedom Feeling “lost” or unsure of who they are, what
they’re doing or where they’re going
WHAT TO EXPECT, CON’T
Facebook, Twitter, Snap Chat, texting, video games, etc. Big academic distractions Should be monitored regularly by parents –
please set the rule that social media is a privilege and not a right! Remind your students regularly that these are public
displays of information on the student so school staff, employers, colleges and scholarship committees may view the content.
If you notice these are becoming a distraction to academics or causing social issues (i.e. social drama), they can and should be limited by you!
RESOURCES
Counselors School counselor
Academic Personal/Social Career
Youth Contact Family Drugs and alcohol Mental Health
CARE Coordinators Referrals to outside services (counseling, community
resources, etc.)
Michelle Buyas: A-FL
Jacy Jukkala: FO-JO + AVID
Matt Steele: JU-PL + Exchange Students
Jason Dortch: PO-Z
Sarah Seeborg: College/Career
RESOURCES, CON’T
Peer Mediation Peer conflicts dealt with by trained peer
mediators Agreement is made, contract signed at end Teaches conflict resolution skills
PARENTS
Know what they’re doing and who they’re with after school
Get them involved so use of time is structured and positive! Handouts tonight: Community Service, Clubs,
Athletics Make sure they’re supervised when with friends Look for changes in behavior, grades, attitude,
friends, etc. Don’t be afraid to set boundaries and give
consequences Still need guidance Need to learn responsibility, time management, etc.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Get involved in positive community or school activities
Pick your social group wiselyTalk to your counselor if you’re
having troublesMake school your first priority
COLLEGE & CAREER EXPLORATIONHow to get From A to B…
WHAT TO EXPECT
It is not uncommon to seek post-high school information as a freshman! Helps map out the 4 years of high school with a
purpose Common to “not see a point” - not see how
“now” relates to “later” Career guidance from counselors
In class career exploration Happens at 3 times a year for grades 9, 10 and 11 Part of the Career Development Credit
Not knowing is OK! Goal is to explore options and develop interests Leave options open in case you change your mind
NAVIANCE CAREER SYSTEM
Naviance www.connections.naviance.com/glencoehs
Username: district login, Password: student ID# Designed to assist students with college
and career planning. Set future goals Build a resume Identify careers of interest based on questionnaires and personality surveys
Search for collegesStaff generated surveys
RESOURCES
Counselor: Mrs. Seeborg and an AmeriCorp volunteer
College Resources: Books/catalogues, college visits/speakers, SAT/ACT information, financial aid information
Career Resources: Career Day signups, Naviance resources
Useful websites: Glencoe Counseling website –http://
glencoecounseling.weebly.com Collegeboard.com/SAT or ACTstudent.org www.fafsa.ed.gov www.ces.ed.gov/collegenavigator www.ASPIREOregon.org
Glencoe High School Counseling and Career Center
@GHSscholarship
STUDENT PANEL
THE END Questions???