Classroom Rules

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2Welcome Introductions

9th Grade Success Team

3Parent OrientationWhy is this necessary? 4Research:"Ninth graders often struggle more than they did in middle school because they must earn passing grades for the first time, must participate in an increased number of standardized tests, and must complete more rigorous coursework than they have ever before completed, including more frequent homework assignments" (McCallumore and Sparapani, 2010).5The Power of a Zero The Wrecking Ball of GradesSample Student with all Sample Student with same passing grades and passing grades and zeroes 2 zeroesreplaced with 50s 100100 100100 100100 0 50 0 50 88 88 70 70 95 95grade average: 69/F grade average: 82/B

6"...the ninth grade has the highest failure rate, highest number of absences among students, and the largest number of discipline referrals" (Donegan, 2008).7

Factors that contribute to students getting off track...8Discipline Top 3Failure to follow directionsTardy to classInappropriate dress

ConsequencesLunch detentionAdministrative DetentionSaturday SchoolISSOSS

9Dress CodeNone of the following are allowed:Sagging pants, bandanasLeggings/jeggings (unless shirt goes to mid-thigh)Tops that show the stomach when arms are raisedLow cut topsTank topsInappropriate images and language Holes in jeans above mid-thighShorts or skirts above mid-thighUse agenda book to check length!10How is this data relevant to your student?

82% of students who get off track in 9th grade do not graduate on time.11OverviewWhat is a typical day at Brookwood?Student involvementPromotionCourse RequirementsContent AreasAcademic supportMedia CenterFreshman Academy Academic Intervention Home connection

12A Typical Day at BrookwoodSeven Periods: 52 minute classes

Guided Study/LunchStudy HallHabitudes Advisement

6 minute class change

TAP

Open House: Monday, September 8th

13Promotion Requirements9th to 10th5 units10th to 11th11 units11th to 12th 17 units**Promotion only occurs at the conclusion of school year

**Grade placement and on-track to graduate do not share the same meaning

**2 units of modern/classical languages are required for university admission in the state of Georgia.

Students must meet graduation rules and standardized assessment requirements as determined by state and district policies.

14Graduation RequirementsSubject area Units required to earn a diploma Language Arts 4 Math 4 Science 4Social Studies 3Health & PE 1Foreign Language and/or Fine Arts and/orTechnical Education 3Electives4TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED 2315Math ExpectationsSTAY ON TRACK!Credit recoverySummer schoolTrailer coursesMust fulfill prerequisites before moving onGet help now if needed!After/before help from teachersExpectations:HomeworkStudyShow work

16Biology ExpectationsSubject is very vocabulary intensiveOnline book IE, CD from media centerGateway most topics from BiologySummative assessment 43%CP 6 tests / 2 projectsHonors / Gifted 5 tests / 2 projects- Labs - Safety Contract / appropriate behaviorHomeworkHeld accountable Self motivation required

17The Gifted Program Who takes gifted courses?How does Brookwood accommodate your gifted student?

What are the benefits of gifted courses?Smaller (not small) class sizePreparation for taking Advanced Placement (AP) coursesVariety of methods/strategies

What are our expectations for the gifted student?Being a self-starterAble to grasp material w/ little repetitionWilling to share thoughts aloud and in writing.Capable of switching gears and multi-tasking

18The Gifted Program Why do gifted students sometimes struggle in high school?

Six classes with rigorous course demandsTaking more than one gifted courseNot recognizing the need to studyNot really knowing how to studyTime management issuesPROCRASTINATION19Academic Support Freshman Academy Offered during extended lunchBeginning at the 6-week grading period

Teacher Office HoursPosted on teachers website and eClass page

Media CenterJan Wilson

20Media CenterBefore and after-school hoursAccess during school dayResources available to studentsCertified assistanceMedia Center website bhsmediacenter.weebly.comAccess through eCLASS

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22Academic Intervention Purpose of AI:to give struggling students a quiet, structured environment during the school day to: 1. study 2. get tutoring 3. make up work 4. read assigned material 23Academic InterventionWho attends AI? -Students who fail 2 or more courses during a grading period

Is this a punitive measure? -Absolutely NOT

How should I react if my child is assigned to attend AI?-Supportive -Encouraging -Thankful

24Academic InterventionParting Words AI = another way to support your student academically Eye on the prize = GRADUATION

For more information, go the school web site: www.brookwoodhighschool.net Click on Academics and Academic Intervention

25Student Involvement The more involved a student is in his/her school, the more invested a student is with his/her academic work

ClubsClub Recruitment: the week of September 8th 6:45-7:15 in F Hall

SportsEligibility: Automatically eligible for fall sportsStudents must pass 5 classes in the fall in order to participate in spring sports.

26Home Connection Parent Portal is updated each day

6-week and 12-week progress reportsNot required to be signed

Student access to eClassCalendar featureTextbooksCourse content

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29Q and A Session For additional questions/concerns, please contact the following:

AP Human Geography: colleen_blankenship@gwinnett.k12.ga.us Math: megan_gayle@gwinnett.k12.ga.usBiology: greg_puckett@gwinnett.k12.ga.usLanguage Arts or 9th Grade Concerns:jennifer_bahr@gwinnett.k12.ga.usheather_parkerson@gwinnett.k12.ga.us 30