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Parent Orientation
Date:
Principal
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Principal – Class of 2012
Principal – Class of 2013
Counselor – Class of 2012
Counselor – Class of 2013
Parent/Student Orientation
Date:
Principals
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Principal – Class of 2009
Principal – Class of 2010
Principal – Class of 2011
Principal – Class of 2012
Parent/Student Orientation
Counselors
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Counselor – Class of 2009
Counselor – Class of 2010
Counselor – Class of 2011
Counselor – Class of 2012
Objectives
 To introduce you to school leadership and staff
 To review graduation requirements
 To discuss career cluster and concentration requirements
 To discuss college entrance requirements
 To give overview of counseling program
 To give an overview of the LINKS student advising
program
Objectives
 To help you understand graduation requirements
 To help you understand academic options
 To review school schedule
 To discuss co-curricular opportunities and how
your student can become involved
 To give you important tips for student success
Beginning High School
High school is the final transition into
adulthood and the world of work as
students begin separating from parents
and exploring and defining their
independence.
Students are deciding who they are, what
they do well, and what they will do when
they graduate.
Mission Statement
A SCHOOL OF HOPE
The faculty, staff, students and community will
collectively work together to foster and
achieve optimal personal growth through the
building of skills knowledge, and character
in a safe and respectful environment of
freedom and hope.
About ??HS
??? is a comprehensive high school offering
many opportunities and programs to help
ALL student achieve success.
Our website:
www.greenbriereast.com
provides a comprehensive look at our school
including websites for many teachers and
departments
School Counselors/Advisors
Will review graduation requirements with
your students annually and help them
schedule classes needed.
Graduation Requirements
Class of 2009
English
4
Social Studies
4
Science (Cats 9 + 2 Cr.) 3
Math (algebra, Geometry +2) 4
Physical Ed
1
Health
1
The Arts
1
Keyboarding
½
Computer
½
Career Major
3
Electives
2
Pathways
Major Requirements
Professional – 4th Math,
2 Foreign Language
Skilled –Concentration
3 credits
Entry – Concentration (3-4 cr)
Career Pathways
Professional – students
who plan to attend 4 or
more years of college
Skilled – students who
plan to
 attend a technical
 or associate degree
program
 or earn a work
credential while in high
school
Career Clusters
Students must select a
career cluster in the 8th
Grade. Clusters include:
Arts and Humanities
Business / Marketing
Engineering / Technical
Health Care
Human Services
Science / Natural
Resources
Career Concentrations
 We offer several concentrations in each career
cluster
 Counselors/Advisors will work with students in a
variety of ways to help students select a major
 Students will select a major in the 10th grade
 Students may change majors as career choices
change as long as their schedule permits
Career & Technical Education
CTE Courses & Labs focus on these areas:
Agriculture Sciences
Business / Marketing
Construction Technologies
Drafting Technology
Culinary Arts
Early Childcare Professions
Automotive Technology
Auto Body Collision Repair
Information Systems
Air Conditioning /
Refrigeration
Computer Programming
Health Care Technologies
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COOP Programs (work
experience) are available
for only Seniors enrolled
in certain Career Majors.
College EDGE Program
 Dual Credit Classes are offered in a
variety of classes
 Allows students to earn college credit
while completing high school course work
 See Student Enrollment Bulletin or
counselor to determine EDGE classes
 Low to no cost for credit
Honors Program
 9th – Math
 10th 11th & 12th – Math, English, Social Studies,
Science
 Students must complete AP/Honors form and
meet 2 of 3 criteria:
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Teacher recommendation
A or B in subject area
75% or above on standardized test or ABOVE MASTERY
Advanced Placement Program
 Pre-AP Classes in English classes 9 and 10
 11th and 12th grade s include:
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Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, US History, Physics, English 11 and
12
 National Test (May)
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Scored from 1-5
 Many private universities give college credit if student earns
3 or above
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4 or above for some colleges
 Rigorous curriculum
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Classes NOT weighted
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Grade School Day
“A” DAY
Block 1 (9)
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Block 4
“B” DAY
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Grade School Day
“B” DAY
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Grade Success
Small Learning Communities/Freshman Academies/
LINKS Student Advisement groups.
We want your student to succeed, therefore your
student will be placed in small learning groups
where a teacher/advisor will work with them
throughout the year to help them do well in school.
Freshman Academy
 Students will be put in freshmen “academies”
with core teachers for:
Math, Science, English and Social Studies
 Core teachers will have the same planning period to
allow parents easy access to all core teachers at the
same time.
 Core teachers can meet together, discuss concerns
and develop strategies to improve student success.
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 Each student will be assigned an advisor to
work with him/her throughout high school
 Students will be placed in small advising
groups that meet at least weekly throughout
high school
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 LINKS stands for “Learning, Individualized
Needs, Knowledge and Skills”
 Advisors will work to
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help students learn better
focus on individual needs
increase knowledge about options after high
school and the 21st Century workforce
Improve skills for school success
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Facilitate weekly lessons (standards based)
Be the “go to” person for parents
Assist students with academic and career
planning
Refer students to counselors as needed
Contact parents with concerns about attendance,
behavior, and grades
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Help students maintain a career portfolio
Assign activities on Career Cruising – a
computer tool to help student plan for the career
that is best for them.
Meet with parents to help plan each year’s
schedule
Advocate for each student’s success
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 LINKS will bridge the gap between what is
taught in the core curriculum and the skills
necessary in the work place by addressing six
major Skills Areas:
 Self-Knowledge
 School Success Skills
 Academic Development
 Work Ethic
 Life Skills
 Career Planning
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Student may receive elective credit for LINKS.
When students miss school, they can go to the
LINKS website and download lessons missed
in class.
To learn more about LINKS go to our state
website at:
http://wvde.state.wv.us/counselors/links/
School Counselors
Will also be available throughout your students
high school career to help support academic
achievement
Sometimes this means helping them with
personal / social issues
If you know your student is going through a
difficult time, let his/her counselor or advisor
know.
School Counselors
 Will work with student in individual, group,
and classroom guidance lessons to help
students in the areas of:
 Academic Development
 Career Development
 Personal/Social Development
School Counselors/Advisors
Will work with your student using assessments
such as the EXPLORE, PLAN, WESTEST
and ASVAB to help you students set
academic and career goals and determine
which career pathway
and concentration is
best for them.
Programs that Require
Applications/Recommendations/
Audition
 Student Council
 Select Choir Groups
 Natural Helpers (Sophomore year)
 National Honor Society/Tri-M/Math
 Jazz Band, Show Band, etc.
 Jobs for WV Graduates
 Library / Office Staff
Support Services
 LUNCH Tutoring Program
 Kerswald Reading Program
 Student Assistance Program
 After school tutoring
 504 Plans
 IEPs
Special Education Program
 Model of service is similar to JHS
 EACH student is assigned to SE advisor
 Special Educators assist students with arena scheduling
process
 Special Education Teacher act as advocates
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IEPs carry over
IEPs as student need changes when team agrees
Schedules must align with IEP
Students integrated in regular classroom when possible
Smaller specialized classrooms available as needed
 Parents should contact student advisor or counselor
with any school concerns
Tips for Student Success
 Get to know your student’s counselor and
advisor
 Be involved in the education process
 Volunteer
 Encourage your student to be involved in
school activities
 Inform the school of special situations / don’t
assume you child will
Tips for Student Success
 Encourage your student to take the most
challenging courses in relation to ability
 Encourage a nightly homework routine
 Place responsibility for success with your
student
 At first sign of school concerns contact your
student’s advisor or counselor
Athletics
Athletics
 YOU WILL NEED:
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Signed Training Rules
Current Physical (after
March 1, 2009)
Athletic fee
2.0 grade point average
Insurance coverage
JROTC Program
 Four year program emphasizing:
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Leadership
Discipline
Teamwork
Citizenship
 Srgt. Major ??? and Major ??? Instructors
Fall Sports
 Cross Country (boys/girls)
 Football (boys)
 Golf (boys/girls)
 Volleyball (girls)
 Soccer
 Cheerleading
Winter Sports
 Basketball (boys/girls)
 Wrestling (boys)
 Cheerleading
Spring Sports
 Baseball (boys)
 Tennis (boys/girls)
 Track & field (boys/girls)
 Softball (girls)
Other Activities
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Speech/Debate Team
Theatre
Fall & Spring Plays
Band
Concert Choir
Yearbook
Newspaper
Honors Societies
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National, Tri-M, Art
 Clubs
Thank YOU!
We look forward
to working with
you as a team to
help your student
succeed.
Any
Questions?