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2013 Freshmen Orientation. National Anthem. Amanda McGuire, Senior. Welcome. Mr. John Gibbs, Principal. Freshman Orientation August 6, 2013 Bassett High Academics. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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Page 1: 2013 Freshmen Orientation

2013 FreshmenOrientation

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Amanda McGuire, Senior

National Anthem

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Mr. John Gibbs, Principal

Welcome

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Freshman OrientationAugust 6, 2013

Bassett High

Academics

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Advanced DiplomaStudents may earn an Advanced Diploma

by earning the required standard and verified units

29 CREDITS/ 9 VERIFIED

Standard Diploma25 CREDITS/ 6 VERIFIED

(Basic differences- no foreign language requirement, one less English class, one

less math class, one less verified credit in math, science, and history)

In 4 years, take 8 classes/year= 32 credits

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Credit is received for passing the classVerified Credit is received for passing

the SOL Test given for that class.

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New Requirements Industry Certification with a Standard

Diploma

CPR requirement

Economics & Personal Finance

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Make sure you have:PROGRAM OF STUDIES (updated)

Everything you need to know to graduate!!!

Link on the Henry County website under “Students” tab.

Site Address:http://www.henry.k12.va.us/Program-of-Studies.html

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Dual Enrollment Pre-Ap Advanced Placement (AP) LaDonna Varner

Challenging Courses

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Staying on Track-Pass your classes! If you fail a required class, you will have to

repeat the class. SOLs- They count!! Take

them seriously and do your best. You will have the opportunity to

retake ones that you fail.

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If you are struggling, GET HELP!

ASK- teachers, counselors, administrators, parents, someone!!!

BE RESPONSIBLE!!!!!

PARENTS:Remember to keep up with your

child’s grades with Parent Portal!

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Schedules-

Guidance will adjust/fix schedules for things such as: Student has less than 8 classes Student has already taken a class ex.

Algebra/ Spanish Missing a core class- English, math,

science, history Missing Health & P.E. 9 Needing, but missing Spanish or French Want to change to a Pre AP class or want

to be removed from a Pre AP class (all core subjects have the option of Pre AP)

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Setting the Tone Academics

Organizations/clubs

Sports

Why is it important?

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My Role Academic Guidance Career Guidance Social/Emotional Well being Contact information:[email protected] Questions?

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A wonderful place to learn and grow.

Bassett High School

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Critical Thinking Creativity Collaboration Communication

Four C’s

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Release to Class 8:101st 8:25 – 10:00

2nd 10:05 – 11:353rd 11:40 – 1:50

1st 11:35 – 12:05

2nd 12:10 – 12:40

3rd 12:45 – 1:15

4th 1:20 – 1:504th 1:55 – 3:25

Bell Schedule

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Free Breakfast ◦ 7:50 AM – 8:20 AM

Lunch ◦ 3rd block class ◦ $2.00◦ 4 Lines

Lunch Forms ◦ due by August 31

Breakfast/Lunch

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Student Expectations

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VA Compulsory Attendance Laws ◦ 6 unexcused = Attendance Contract◦ 7 unexcused = Truancy Referral to Juvenile Intake

Classroom◦ 2+ unexcused = 69 grade.◦ Must be present for 50% of class (45 min)

Excessive tardiness to school/class will not be tolerated.

School/Class Attendance

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Phones are allowed in the building during non-instructional time. In the classroom, cell phones are only allowed during instruction as directed by the teacher.

Bring Your Own Device

Cell Phones

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Disrespect or defiance of staff members will not be tolerated.◦ Violations will warrant an out of school

suspension.

Disrespect/Defiance

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Any form of bullying will not be tolerated ◦ (physical, verbal, written)◦ Cyberbullying (electronic)◦ Cyberbaiting (viral videos)

*Disciplinary sanctions will be harsh.

Bullying

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Students’ dress/appearance shall not disrupt or distract students from the educational process.◦ Clothing representing or displaying drugs, alcohol, or

gangs will not be allowed. ◦ Shorts, dresses, and/or skirts cannot be more than five

inches above the knee.◦ No holes in jeans above the knee◦ Shoulders must be covered

Dress Code

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Ask Your Child About School Every Day.

Check your child’s homework.

Talk to your child’s teachers.

3 Things Parents Can Do

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Bassett High SchoolStudent Involvement

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Why get involved Social Networking Time Management Building a resume Connecting with adults Community Service

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Fine Arts Band Choir Art

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AthleticsFall Sports (Aug-Nov) Winter Sports (Nov-Feb.) Spring Sports (Feb.- May)

Football Basketball BaseballCheer Indoor Track SoftballCross Country Swim TrackVolleyball Cheer SoccerGolf Wrestling Tennis

*must have a physical and concussion form on file to try out or practice

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Scholastic Bowl Ms. Setliff

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SCA Student Council Association Ms. Hubbard

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JROTC We are a cadet driven program, and we are

always ready to take forth a challenge and show how successful we can be.

Col. Hann

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Minority Student Alliance Shekila Yralux

MSA

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Other Opportunities Art Club -French Audio Visual -HOSA Beta -NTHS CHILL -NHS DECA -Paw Print SCAEL -Skills USA Drama -SODA FBLA-Spanish FCCLA -Student Leadership FOCAS -MSA Yearbook

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Parent Involvement VOLUNTEERS Booster Club Touchdown Club Upper 90 Club Band Boosters Virginia Baseball Association After Prom Committee

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Kat Seay, Graduate 2013

The Bassett High School Experience

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GO BENGALS

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Pizza Social-Cafeteria Hallway

Scavenger Hunt-Optional

Follow first semester schedule All Physical Education and Sports Medicine

classes, please meet in the Gym.

Schedule for the Evening

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