Welcome to 8th Grade
Parent Night!
Academics: Planning the Next Four Years
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Your Administrators
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Counselors
Sandra Macut
Principal
David Simancek
Jan Kauzlarich
Assistant Principal
Assistant Principal
Sue Calvo
Athletic Director/ AP
Counselors
Cheryl Reger A-G
Daniel Nolen H-N
Dave Carey O-Z
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Counseling Services
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Academic
Personal
Support Groups
Crisis
Career
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Course Registration Guide
2011-2012
• The updated course selection book is
available online at www.swartzcreek.org
(follow the links to the High School and
then Course Registration Guide).
• Every 8th grader will receive a copy
Thursday & Friday
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The Course Selection Book
Has Helpful Info…
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Course descriptions
Information on prerequisites
Graduation requirements
Testing-out procedures
Dual Enrollment
Career Pathways / 4-year plan (EDP)
Co-op
Skill Center
Co-Curricular Activities
And much, much, more!
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Credits for Graduation
• To earn a diploma, a student must earn at
least 23 credits
• Each year 3 credits a semester and 6 for a
school year
• A student can earn 24 credits during four
years of high school
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Michigan Merit Curriculum
High School Graduation Requirements
MATHEMATICS - 4 Credits
Algebra I
Algebra II
Algebra IIONLINE LEARNING One math co
Geometry
One math course in final year of high school
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS - 4 Credits
English Language Arts 9
English Language Arts 10
English Language Arts 11
English Language Arts 12
SCIENCE - 3 Credits
Biology
Physics or Chemistry
One additional science credit
SOCIAL STUDIES - 3 Credits
.5 credit in Civics
U.S. History and Geography
.5 credit in Economics
World History and Geography
PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH - 1 Credit
VISUAL, PERFORMING AND APPLIED ARTS - 1 Credit
ONLINE LEARNING EXPERIENCE
Course, Learning or Integrated Learning Experience
LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH - 2 Credits
In grades 9-12; OR an equivalent learning experience in grades K-12 effective for students entering third grade in 2006 (Class
2016)
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Students Are Required toTake
the MME (Michigan Merit Exam)
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in March of a student’s junior year.
The MME consists of three major components:
– The ACT college entrance exam
– Work Keys job skills assessments in reading and math
– Michigan assessments in math, science, social
studies, and persuasive writing.
• The combined MME assessment measures
student learning of the Michigan high school
standards, benchmarks, and core content
expectations.
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Curriculum
Swartz Creek High School
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Science Sequencing Options
9th Grade
Biology
Honors Biology
10th Grade
Physical Science
Honors Chemistry
11th Grade
12th Grade
(Co-rec College Geometry)
(Co-rec College Geometry or above)
Chemistry
Honors Physics
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
Physics
Honors Physics
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
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English Sequence Options
9th
10th
11th
12th
English 9
English 10
English 11
English 12
Honors English 9
Honors English 10
AP English Language
AP English Literature
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Social Studies
9th
10th
World History
US History
World History
AP US History
11th
Government 0.5
Economics 0.5
AP Government 1.0
12th
None Required
Economics 0.5
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FOUR-YEAR PLAN
Component of Educational Development Plan (EDP)
Grade
English
Social
Studies
Math
Science
Elective
Elective
9th
10th
11th
12th
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SAMPLE: FOUR-YEAR PLAN
Component of Educational Development Plan (EDP)
Grade
9th
English
Social
Studies
Math
Science
Elective
Elective
English 9
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Honors English 9
World History
Intro Algebra 1
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Algebra 1
Biology
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Honors Biology
Health .5
&
Physical Education.5
World Language
English 10
or
Honors English 10
American Hist
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AP American History
Algebra Concepts
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Geometry
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College Geometry
Physical Science Physics .5
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Physical Science Chemistry .5
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Honors Chemistry
Computer Applications .5
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.5 VPAA
World Language
English 11
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AP English Language
Economics .5
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Government .5
OR
Economics .5
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AP Government 1.0
Geometry
College Geometry
Algebra 2 A
Algebra 2 B
College Algebra 2
Trigonometry &
Algebra 3
Analysis
Calculus
Chemistry
Physics
Honors Physics
Honors Chemistry
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
.5 VPAA
10th
11th
12th
English 12
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AP English Literature
Senior Math Course
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Skill Center Education Programs
●Great opportunities for hands-on
learning!
• Transportation is provided.
• See Course Selection Book for more
detailed information on classes.
• Only for 11th & 12th grade students
• These are all 3.0 credit courses
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Career Pathways
• A career pathway is a plan determined
by a student’s interests and abilities that
ensures that what he/she learns in
school connects to his/her long term
goals.
• Encourage your son/daughter to choose
classes that support his/her career
pathway.
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Career Pathways
• Arts and Communications
• Business, Management, Marketing and
Technology
• Engineering / Manufacturing and Industrial
Technology
• Health Sciences
• Human Services
• Natural Resources and Agriscience
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Scheduling
• Students will meet with a guidance
counselor next week to select classes
for next year.
• Students select a total of 6 credits and
4 alternate classes.
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Swartz Creek High School
9th Grade Scheduling Worksheet
Counseling Department
Student Name
Credits Needed 6
(Freshman Year)
Graduation Requirements- 23 Credits are needed to earn a diploma
16 State required credits:
English - 4 Credits
(English 9, 10, 11, 12)
Math - 4 Credits
Science – 3 Credits
Social Studies – 3 Credits
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra II
Math Related
Biology
Physical Science
Chemistry or Physics
World History
U.S. History
Government (.5)
Economics (.5)
Physical Education - .5 Credit
Health - .5 Credit
Select 1
Select 1
Select 1
___Intro to Algebra
___Algebra I
___Geometry
___College Geometry
___College Algebra II
___Biology
___Honors Biology
___World History
Visual, Performing, & Applied Arts – 1 Credit
(See List)
Course Selection for 9th Grade
SelSe Select 1
___ English 9
___Advanced English 9
Other Course Offerings (Select 2 Additional Credits)
Course Name
Fine Arts
___Theater 1
___Theater 2
___CAD I
___Art & Design
___Drawing 1
___Drawing 2
___Cartoon Graphics 1
___Cartoon Graphics 2
___Ceramics/Sculpture 1
___Ceramics/Sculpture 2
___Painting 1
___Painting 2
___Mixed Chorus
___Ensemble (female)
___Concert Band
___Wind Ensemble
Credit
0.5
0.5
1.0
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0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Course Name
Electives
___Spanish 1
___French 1
___German 1
___Vital Current Affairs
___Michigan History
___Introduction to Law
___Computer Applications
___Parenting
___Interior Design
___Money Management
B.M.A. 1
Physical Education & Health
___Phys Ed
___Phys Ed
___Strength & Conditioning 1
___Strength & Conditioning 1
___Health
Credit
1.0
1.0
1.0
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
1.0
0.5
1.0
1.0
0.5
0.5
LIST FOUR ALTERNATE COURSES
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Career Pathway 1.
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Welcome to 8th Grade
Parent Night!
Testing
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Testing Sequence
9th Grade:
 MEAP (Oct.) – Social
Studies
10th Grade:
 PSAT* - practice
 PLAN *– pre-ACT
*Necessary scores for dualenrollment in 11th or 12th
grade
11th Grade:
 PSAT* – qualifying test for
National Merit Scholarship
 ACT *– required for
college admissions
 SAT – may be required for
some college admissions
 MME/ACT required for
graduation
12th Grade:
 ACT Retake
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PSAT
Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test
• 10th grade students are strongly
encouraged to take the PSAT
• 11th grade students compete for
scholarships through PSAT test score
• Administered 3rd Wednesday of October
• Cost = Paid for by Swartz Creek
• Students register in Guidance Office
• Counselors review scores with students
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PLAN Test
Practice ACT
• Excellent predictor of ACT scores
• PLAN is designed for 10th grade students
• Counselors review scores with students
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ACT or SAT?
National Testing Companies
• Test scores are part of the college
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application process
90-95% of colleges, nationwide, accept the ACT
Most colleges accept either test score
Which test is required? Check resources in
Guidance Office
Scores are listed on high school transcript
ACT website: www.act.org
SAT website: www.collegeboard.com
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Can a student take the ACT
more than once?
• YES!
• Statistics show scores rise 1-4 points
• Future classes may be required to take writing
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portion; check requirements for specific college
ACT Registration includes: completed ACT
packet from Guidance Office, pay fees and mail
to ACT. Online registration available, too, at
www.actstudent.org
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Preparation for National Tests
ACT & SAT
• Practice tests available for both tests
• MSU, U of M and other colleges offer ACT and
SAT prep workshops
• CD-ROM from ACT – “ACTive Prep”
• Private Test Prep Companies
• Practice books available at bookstores
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Dual Enrollment
• Allows a student to enroll in postsecondary for high school
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credit, or postsecondary credit, or both.
Eligibility:
– Must be enrolled in at least one high school class.
– Must take the PSAT or PLAN in 10th grade to dual enroll in
11th grade (qualifying scores are required; see course
selection book pg. 1)
– If student decides not to take SCHS’s AP same subject
course, he/she does so at own expense.
3 - 4 credit college courses transfer to SCHS as 1.0 credit.
1 - 2 credit college courses transfer to SCHS as 0.5 credit.
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Advanced Placement
• AP courses prepare students for the exam
• Rigorous, multiple-component exam
• Administered every May
• Open to any student
• Students can earn college credit,
placement, or both for qualifying AP Exam
grades
• Exam Fee $87 2011
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Testing Out Procedures
• High School credit may be earned in
any course offered by the school by
testing out. This applies to all SCHS
courses (except courses lower in
sequence of those already passed).
• Student must attain a 77% or above
on the course assessment exam.
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Testing Out Timelines
• Sign Up:
– Guidance Office (each building) April 12th – April 30th
• Pick Up Materials:
– High School Media Center before or after school the
week of May 3rd through the 7th
• Test Out Date:
• Aug 30th
• Exact Times and Room numbers to follow.
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Athletics & Co-Curricular
At SCHS
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Athletics and Co-Curricular Eligibility
• All ninth grade students are eligible to participate in Swartz Creek’s athletic
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program during their first semester of high school regardless of previous academic
achievement.
To remain eligible for participation in Swartz Creek interscholastic sports programs;
regular education, special education, second semester freshmen and all students at
other grade levels must pass four classes (66% of credit load potential for a full
time student) during the semester immediately preceding their sport’s first practice.
The period of ineligibility following a deficiency at the end of a semester is 60
scheduled school days.
Students become eligible on their 61st scheduled school day provided they have
been doing passing work cumulatively for the previous 60 days.
In addition, students must maintain a grade point average (G.P.A.) of “C” or 2.0 at
the conclusion of each marking period or semester.
The student’s grades will be checked at the end of each marking period and/or
semester to validate that they are eligible to participate.
Eligibility is determined at the end of each marking period and is cumulative
through one semester. At the end of a semester, the grade will be used to
determine eligibility.
Students not meeting the 2.0 standard but wish to participate may appeal in writing
to the athletic director. However, these students will observe a two week waiting
period to establish a new grade point average for the beginning of their new
marking period/semester. At the end of these two weeks if the student has
obtained a 2.0 or higher they are immediately eligible and will continue to be
monitored on a weekly basis.
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NCAA Freshman
Eligibility Standards
Division I
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16-Core Courses
4 yrs. English
3 yrs Math (Alg. 1 or higher)
2 yrs. Natural/Physical sci. (1 yr.
lab if offered)
1 yr. additional English, Math or
Natural/Physical sci.
2 yrs. Social Science
4 yrs. additional courses (from
any area above, foreign language
or nondoctrinal
religion/philosophy)
Division II
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14 Core Courses:
3 yrs. English
2 yrs Math (Alg. 1 or higher)
2 yrs. Natural/Physical sci. (1 yr.
lab if offered)
2 yr. additional English, Math or
Natural/Physical sci.
2 yrs. Social Science
3 yrs. additional courses (from
any area above, foreign language
or nondoctrinal
religion/philosophy)
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Division I
Core GPA/ Text-Score Sliding Scale
Core GPA
SAT
ACT
(Sum of three sections)
3.550 & above
400
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3.5
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3.0
620
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2.5
820
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2.0
1010
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For More Information
www.ncaa.org
or 1-317-917-6222
www.ncaaclearinghouse.net
Or 1-877-262-1492
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ANNUALLY
• Sport’s physical on an MHSAA card dated
on or after APRIL 15, 2011.
• Emergency release form.
• Signed Statement of Understanding
SEASONALLY
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Register in athletic office for Try Out Card.
Athletic Director:
Sue Calvo
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FALL SPORTS
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Cross Country (B/G)
Football
Golf (G)
Soccer* (B)
Swimming (G)
Tennis (B)
Volleyball*
Cheerleading*
Poms*
*TRY-OUTS REQUIRED
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WINTER SPORTS
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*TRY-OUTS REQUIRED
Basketball* (B/G)
Bowling (B/G)
Competitive Cheer*
Hockey*
Swimming (B)
Wrestling
Poms*
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SPRING SPORTS
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Baseball* (B)
Golf* (B)
Lacrosse (B/G)
Soccer* (G)
Softball* (G)
Tennis (G)
Track (B/G)
Poms*
* TRY-OUTS REQUIRED
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It is important to get involved in high school,
balancing academics and co-curricular activities.
The following are great ways to be involved!
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Freshman Class Sponsor
Sophomore Class Sponsors
Junior Class Sponsor
Senior Class Sponsors
Drama Club
K.E.Y. Club
National Honor Society
Quiz Bowl
Road Runners
S.A.D.D.
Science Olympiad
Student Council
Swartz Creek Sports
Mrs. Kauzlarich
Mrs. Brown/Mrs. Karagosian
Mrs. Kunkleman/Ms. Pettit
Ms. Shyamsunder/Ms. Camp
Mr. Butters
Mrs. Boros
Mrs. Kauzlarich
Mrs. Kunkleman
Mr. Wiens
Mrs. Pasquale/Ms. Michalczuk
Mr. Dorow
Mrs. Kauzlarich
Ms. Calvo
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Welcome to 8th Grade
Parent Night!
Getting the Most Out of High School
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The Key to Success in High
School…
Study Skills
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Understanding the Difference
Between Homework and Studying
• Homework – completing an assignment
• Studying – outlining a chapter, rewriting
notes, or making flashcards.
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Study Guideline
• Students should be spending a minimum
of 20 minutes on homework / study time
per academic subject each day (5 days a
week).
– 5 academic subjects = 1 hr. 40 min. of study
time daily (average)
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Homework
 Use a planner
everyday!
 Set up a study space
free from distractions
 Determine what time of
day is best to study
 Turn off the TV and
phone
 Organize – use threering binders and
homework folders
 Go to tutoring if
struggling
 Make up missed
assignments right away
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How Do Students Learn Best?
Visual Learner – learns best from videos, TV,
pictures, reading, and demonstrations.
When studying, a “visual learner”
may find it helpful to:
• Take notes
• Use flash cards, charts, and diagrams
• Form pictures in his/her mind
• Make use of color in notes
• Outline and read the textbook
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Auditory Learner – learns best from lectures,
discussions, TV, videos, and music.
When studying, an “auditory learner”
may find it helpful to:
• Read aloud
• Have discussions
• Listen to tapes
• Review information out loud
• Use memory tricks involving rhythm and rhyme
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Kinesthetic Learner – learns best from
role-playing, labs, and hands-on activities.
When studying, a “kinesthetic learner” should:
• Try moving around while studying
• Use tools and objects whenever possible
• Write or type notes
• Role play ideas and concepts
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When Reading Assignments,
Encourage Your Son/Daughter To…
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Read summary or chapter review first
Read chapter questions
Skim chapter – topics to be discussed
Read notes in margins
Read captions for pictures / graphs
Read entire chapter
Answer chapter questions
Write his/her own chapter summary or
outline
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On Taking Notes In Class…
• Write key points (i.e. names, dates,
terms)
• Write information teacher repeats or
emphasizes
• Copy what teacher writes on board or
overheads
• Rewrite notes
• Write questions on material
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On Studying for Tests…
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Prepared students perform better
Cramming for tests is never best!
Review notes, highlight important points
Create flash cards (review frequently)
Review quizzes and homework from same unit
– look up correct answers to missed questions
Read chapter summaries
Take notes and make outline from reading
Study with a buddy!
Quiz your student
Make them SLEEP!
Make them EAT BREAKFAST!
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If Your Student is Not
Successful in Class
• Require use of a planner
• Make arrangements to meet with
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teacher(s) before or after school
Communicate with teachers via email
Check PowerSchool frequently
Expect that your student make up missed
assignments even if credit cannot be
earned for the assignments
Monitor student’s attendance record
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Attendance Policy
• Parents call attendance office for
explained absence.
• The attendance policy is most
effective if parents call the morning
of the absence
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Attendance Continued…
Tardies and Lateness
 Parent will receive a phone call from the automated
system for each occurrence.
 Lates, tardies, and unexcused absences may affect
student grades.
 Progression of consequences are:
 Warning
 Contact parent
 Detention
 Saturday School
 Out-of-School
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Student Concerns
Where to go for help…
• Academic Assistance
– After school tutoring (Mondays & Wednesday
from 2:30 – 4:00
– Ketchup Cafe
• Student Issues & Concerns
– Parents
– Teachers
– Guidance counselors
– Safety Team (hall monitors)
– Assistant Principal/Principal
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Information
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Daily Announcements
PowerSchool
School web page
ParentLink
Staff
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Thank You!
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