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Welcome Class of 2024
9th Grade Transition Parent Education & Information Night
Our “Why:”We have an obligation to prepare our students to be responsive to a continually changing world and take agency of themselves, their communities, and society as a
whole.
SHS
Transitional Why:We have an obligation to support learners during
different developmental milestones as we prepare them to take agency of themselves and their futures.
We have an obligation to prepare students with a challenging, balanced program.
HBT SW
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Core Beliefs
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● Syosset High School has something for everyone.
● Every child can maximize their potential and build a schedule that recognizes and builds upon individual strengths.
● Remind your students to be kind to themselves in 9th grade!
Core Beliefs
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●Create a balanced schedule
●Syosset High School has four years of opportunity, with multiple “on ramps” to advanced coursework.
●Listen to the teachers and counselors – they know and love your child and the academic program!
Balance
Interests Progress Future Goals
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“Any transition is easier if you believe in yourself and your talent.”
-Priyanka Chopra
Timeline
December● Tonight’s program● December 9th - January 14th:
○ MS teachers recommend core courses● Week of December 9th:
○ MS Guidance classroom lessons■ Programming “How-To’s”■ Elective Options/Graduation
Requirements
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Timeline
January-March● January 8th:
○ Incoming Grade 9 Student/Parent Orientation and Elective Fair
● January 15th:○ Verifications in Campus Backpack○ Teacher Reacher opens for conference bookings
● January 17th○ SEPTA Meeting focused on Transition
● January 22nd - February 14th○ Guidance conferences with parents and students○ Daytime and evening sessions available
● February 25th and March 3rd:○ Parent/Teacher Conferences
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Welcome Class of 2024
Lunch
English:
English 9 Enriched
English 9 Honors
TYPICAL PROGRESSION OF ENGLISH COURSES
Social Studies:
AP World History 1
Global History and Geography 9 Enriched
AP World History
Science:
LE/Biology
LE Biology Honors/Research
PS/Earth Science
TYPICAL PROGRESSION OF SCIENCE COURSES
Mathematics: Geometry H Geometry
Geometry LabAlgebra
TYPICAL PROGRESSION OF MATHEMATICS COURSES
Other pathways may be best for some students. Students should discuss academic plans with their teacher, guidance counselor, and coordinator.
World Language:
Spanish
French
Italian
Physical Education:
9th Grade General PE
► Something for Everyone
► Be Kind to Yourself in 9th Grade and Create a Balanced Schedule
► Syosset High School has four years of opportunity, with multiple “on ramps” to advanced coursework
► Listen to your teachers and counselors – they know and love your child and the academic program
Thank You!See you with your children on January 8 for the Incoming Grade 9 Orientation/Elective Fair
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