Transition from Middle School to High School

Ms. Pyles, Ms. Legrande, Ms. McKinnon, & Mr. Koutsos

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AgendaWelcome & Introduction of Staff

Ms. Rhoshanda M. Pyles, Assistant Principal/9th Grade Administrator

Welcome from PTSA Mr. Jaimie Jacobson, President

Transition to High School Ms. Rhoshanda M. Pyles, Assistant Principal/9th Grade Administrator

Career Planning Ms. Bernie LeGrande, Assistant Principal/10th Grade Administrator

School Counseling Services Office Ms. Natoscha McKinnon, Resource Counselor

Closing Mr. James P. Koutsos, Principal

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OutcomeTo share with parents some of the expectations for high school in the following areas:

1. Non-Negotiables2. Attendance3. Homework4. Grading5. Progress Reports/Report Cards6. Credits7. Study Skills

8. Socialization9. Transportation Services10. Career Planning 11. Counseling Services

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Non-NegotiablesWeapons, Bomb Threats, Intoxicants, Violent Attack on

Staff 10 Suspension, Recommendation for Expulsion, Police Referral

Fighting 1st Offense: 5-Day Suspension (3 Out, 2 In) 2nd Offense: 8-Day Suspension (5 Out, 2 In) 3rd Offense: 10 Day Suspension, Recommendation for Expulsion

Sexual Harassment, Offense 1st Offense: 2 Day Suspension (1 Out, 1 In), Parent Contact 2nd Offense: 5 Day Suspension (3 Out, 2 In) 3rd Offense: 10 Day Suspension, Recommendation for Expulsion

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Non-Negotiables (cont’d)Disrespect and/or Insubordination

1st Offense: Parent Contact, Mediation (Student, Teacher, Administrator)

2nd Offense: Parent Contact, Conference 3rd Offense: 1 Day Suspension (1 In)

Disruptive Items (PCDs, Headgear, Music Devices, Etc.) 1st Offense: Teacher Conference with Student 2nd Offense: Administrative Referral 3rd Offense: Administrative Referral, Confiscation, Parent

Contact (Return day to parent: Thursdays 2:30pm-

4:00pm)

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Non-Negotiables (cont’d)Inappropriate Dress

1st Offense: Replacement item, Parent Contact 2nd Offense: Parent Conference

Tardy to Class 1st Offense: Teacher Conference with Student Warning 2nd Offense: 15 Minute Lunch Detention w/Teacher, Parent

Contact 3rd Offense: Administrative Referral, After School Detention

(Thurs. 2:15-4:30), Parent Contact

Theft 1st Offense: Parent Contact, After School Detention, Conference

with Counselor, Police Referral 2nd Offense: Parent Contact, Police Referral, 1-Day Suspension

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AttendanceRegular Attendance is a necessity…

1. Teachers move along at a steady pace.

2. Teachers must teach the curriculum in its entirety to prepare students for the semester exam.

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AttendancePoints to Remember about absences:

1. Students must bring in a note when absent.

2. The absence will be excused based on an approved absences list provided by the county. (Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook & Agenda Book)

3. The note must be brought to school within 3 days of the absence.

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Parent Support Tips for AttendanceEncourage regular attendance.Contact your child’s school counselor to

inform of extended absences.If possible plan around school days for an

absence such as a doctor’s appointment.Write notes in a timely manner and only for

legitimate absences.

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HomeworkGiven each week.

Each student will be given an agenda book to record homework. (Free)

Call or e-mail the teacher if you have questions.

To support your Child: 1. Ask about it.

2. Set up a study time.

3. Provide a quiet and

comfortable place. 4. Suggest they do

the most difficult first.

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Student Success1.Complete all of the practice class work and

homework.2.Participate and ask questions in the class.

If experiencing academic difficulties in class, students should:

Talk to the class teacher.Attend lunch time tutoring sessions with their teacher.Schedule before or after school tutoring sessions with

their teacher.Attend peer tutoring sessions.(NHS & Minority

Scholars)Talk to your school counselor.Talk to your administrator. 11

Grading

Effort is an important tool in becoming a successful learner.

Grades are earned NOT given.

Students’ grades are based on their performance and completion of the course objectives.

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Clarksburg’s Grading ScaleA 90-100B 80-89

C 70-79D 60-69E 50-59

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Progress ReportsEach teacher will review their grading

procedures with their students during the first week of school.

Each teacher will utilize Pinnacle to record student grades in order for students and parents to monitor the student’s academic progress via Edline.

Teachers will articulate their system of providing feedback to their students.

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Report CardsFirst Semester1st quarter:Ends Nov. 2, 2012Report Card- Nov. 14,

2012Students take Home

2nd quarter:Ends Jan. 18, 2013Report Card-Jan. 31,

2013Students take Home

Second Semester3rd quarter:Ends March 22, 2013Report Card-April 11,

2013Students take Home

4th quarter:Ends June 14, 2013Report Card- June 25,

2013Mailed Home

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Semester CreditsEach student takes 7

classes each semester.

Each class has a value of .50 credit.

Students will earn 3.50 credits each semester.

7 credits each year.

22 credits needed to graduate.

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Successful Learners 1. Are well Organized 2. Are good Listeners3. Have a good Note Taking System4. Use Memory Strategies5. Practice Time Management6. Practice Test Taking Skills

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Study SkillsImproving Study Skills

1. Work with the Classroom Teacher2. Attend Lunch Time Seminars3. Review School Handouts4. Seek After School Support

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Social LifeClarksburg is a large school which provides

students with many activities and opportunities:

1. Helps to promote student success. 2. Used to make friends. 3. Used to pursue a career. 4. Helpful in providing students with a well-

rounded profile for their college applications.

Check the school’s website for the list of activities.

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Student Responsibility Be aware of the school’s expectations and

apply them when dealing with their school work and peers.

1. Listen, read and participate in school class work and activities. (Class, PA, Agenda Book, Flyers, Letters)2. Monitor their progress. (Edline)3. Ask for make-up work or help.4. Follow-up as needed or expected.5. Behave in a manner conducive for learning.6. Participate in their own career planning.

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Parent AwarenessWe encourage a rigorous schedule for students. Be mindful

of your child’s skills and workload.

Consistently check your child’s school performance.(Edline)

Students need to balance friends, school and other extra-curricular activities.

9th graders will have elective classes with older students. Think about and communicate your expectations.

If you are not sure about something or have a question, call your child’s counselor or administrator.

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After School Hours School Dismissal-2:10

Students are expected to leave the building by 2:30

Students stay after school to participate in the following: 1. Clubs and Sports

2. After school Support Center

3. Meeting with a teacher.

4. HS+

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Transportation Services

Regular Bus Services

Contact: Ms.Wilson- (301) 353-0955

Transportation Support at CHS

Contact: Dr. Jim Berry- (301) 444-3000

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CAREER

PLANNING

Ms. Legrande

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PSAT TestWhen: Wednesday, October 17,

2012

Cost: $14. 00

Registration: CHS will support students in registering for the test.

Forms are located in Auditorium Lobby!!!

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Preparing for the SATAccess SAT information on CHS website.Attend school seminars (posted flyers & PA

announcments).Actively participate in SAT/ACT activities in

the classroom.Use the “192 Vocabulary Words” as

supplemental homework.

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SCHOOL COUNSELING

SERVICES

301-444-3020

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COUNSELOR ASSIGNMENTS 2012-2013 SCHOOL YEAR

STUDENT ASSIGNMENTS’COUNSELORS GRADES 9-12

MS. MCKINNON A - Bel Resource Counselor

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MS. PATTERSON Sis – Z

MS. MATTHEWS HS TRANSITION SUPPORT

MS. CLOWSER, Secretary MS. WALKER, SecretaryMS. GEISLER, Registrar MS. WILLIAMS, College-Career Information Coordinator

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CLASS OF 2016 GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Students must earn a minimum of 22 credits. Students entering high

school starting in the fall of 2011 are required to take the High School Assessments in English 10, Algebra 1, and Biology after they complete each course. Students must earn either the passing scores on the all three HSAs or a combined score of at least 1208.

REQUIRED SUBJECT CREDITS

English 4.0 Mathematics 4.0 (1 credit Algebra & 1 credit Geometry) Science 3.0 (1 credit Physical Science & 1 credit Biology) Social Studies 3.0 (1credit US History, 1 credit NSL

Government, 1 credit Modern World History) Physical Ed. 1.0 Recommended for 9th grade year Health 0.5 Required for 10th grade year Fine Arts 1.0 Includes Courses in Art, Music, and Theater Technology Ed. 1.0 Foundations of Technology, Intro to

Engineering Design, Principles of Engineering , or Designing for Technology Solutions

Student Service Learning 75 Hours 29

Program Completer (Must be selected from the following)

Foreign Language 2 creditsSpanish, German, etc.

Advance Technology 2 creditsOnly two courses available

Subject Completers 3-9 creditsHorticulture, Child Development, Network

Operations , etc.Thomas Edison HS Courses Varies credits

Medical Careers, Hospitality, etc.College/Career Research 4-5

creditsResume writing, interview, working with

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Promotion Policy Students must earn a minimum of 5 credits each year to be promoted to the next grade level.

Moving from Grade 9 to Grade 10Students must earn a minimum of 5 credits--1 credit in

English, 1 credit in Math plus 3 credits in other courses.

Moving from Grade 10 to Grade 11Students must earn a minimum of 10 credits—2

credits in English, 2 credits in Math, 1 credit in Social Studies, and 1 credit in Science plus 4 credits in other courses.

Moving from Grade 11 to Grade 12Students must earn a minimum of 15 credits– 3 credits

in English, 3 credits in Math, 2 credits in Social Studies, and 2 credits in Science plus 5 credits in other courses.

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CommunicationGRADES, CLASSROOM, CURRICULUM CONCERNS

x3000email or call teachers (24 hours to respond)

BEYOND CLASSROOM CONCERNS x3020email or call counselor (24 hours to respond)

EMT REQUESTS x3020contact counselor

504 QUESTIONS x3020contact counselor

EDLINE x3000contact Ms. Vizzini, Math Teacher

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Communication IEP AND SPECIAL EDUCATION x3052 or x3062

contact Mr. Munsey or Mr. Levy

SPORTS/ACTIVITY QUESTIONS x3523contact Jeff Sullivan

SAFETY CONCERNS x3000contact security or grade level administrator

ATTENDANCE QUESTIONS x3296contact Jean Spurgeon, Attendance Secretary

DISCIPLINE ISSUES x3000contact Ms. Pyles, Assistant Principal/9th Grade

Administrator

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Message from Mr. Koutsos…

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