class of 2015 informational evening welcome - michelle zundel principal ashland high school
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Show Choir PerformanceThank you Holly Johnson and the students of Show Choir for performing tonight.
US NEWS & WORLD REPORTSILVER MEDAL SCHOOL (TOP 3%)
94% OF GRADUATES ENROLL IN 2 AND 4-YEAR COLLEGES
Parents who value education & volunteer their time.
Students who are curious & care about learning.
Teachers who are caring, knowledgeable and accessible.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT
SOU, RCC, OSF, ACH partnersLocal Levy (YAAL)Ashland Schools FoundationBOND for building projectsATTENDANCE AT ACTIVITIES
PARENT SUPPORT
CONTINUE TO BE “PRESENT” HOMEWORK SUPPORT
SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT &Be your child’s “friend” on Facebook ATTEND THEIR SPORTING EVENTS &
ACTIVITIES
BE AN ATTENTIVE LISTENER
PROVIDE SUPERVISION
NETWORK WITH OTHER PARENTS (Directory)
2010-2011 Topics
•Teen Sexuality
•Drugs and Alcohol
•Fresh Start for Parents
•Money Matters
•Empty Nest Syndrome
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESSee last page of your packet & Table in the Lobby
Volunteer Coordinator Booster Club Officers &
Volunteers Publisher for School
Newsletter (Grizz-o-Gram)
Site Council Representative
Chaperones Dances, Movie & Board Game Nights
Library
CommunicationSchool to Home & Home to School
-PowerSchool (Get weekly email updates)
-Email [email protected]
-Weekly Emails: If we do not have your email address, you will miss important information!
-Website: www.ashland.k12.or.us/AHS
-Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Principal.Zundel
-Phone: 541-482-8771
-Grizz-O-Gram
-Auto dialer for missed classes
COMMUNICATION Student-to-Teacher
Attend Class
Ask Questions
Complete Assignments
Participate in your education
Advocate for yourselfStudent Tutor Center / TCB Time
8th Grade to GRIZZLY
8th Grade AHS
OPEN CAMPUSWhat will your student do for lunch?
LARGER ENROLLMENT (1050 students)
CREDITS AND TRANSCRIPTS COUNT
Increased responsibility and homework load
Transition Activities
April 7 Student Meeting at Willow Wind April 13 Student Meeting at Siskiyou School April 13 & 14 Counselors at AMS and JMS April 19 & 20 Evening Meetings with Counselors at
AMS re. Scheduling May 24 & 26 Campus Tours 3:15-4:00PM August 17, 18 & 23 Registration August Fall Sports Practices & Fresh Start September 6, First Day of School
(Half-day 9th graders and new students only)
FRESH START (Details in June)
2 days, 1 night Trained upper class students as counselors Freshman English/Global Studies teachers Bonding and problem-solving activities Retreat for all incoming freshman in late
August or early September helps break down stereotypes & cliques teaches positive communication skills supports healthy transition from 8th to 9th Grade
Advisory ProgramNew 2011-2012
Provides academic counseling, college advising and social/emotional support for students throughout four years at AHS.
40 minutes every day Mon. – Thurs. Single grades in an Advisory Same teacher & students all four years
Advisory ProgramNew 2011-2012
2 days per week Advisory content
2 days per week Taking Care of Business (TCB) Time
Study Hall, Computer Lab, Library, Extra Help, Intervention classes
Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Free Campus
YOU Matter Campaign• YOU Matter so we will create a
drug, alcohol and tobacco free campus.
• YOU Matter so we will not turn a blind eye to illegal activity.
• YOU Matter so we will support you in being a healthy graduate of AHS.
• Students can stay drug/alcohol free for four years and still “fit” socially!
Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Free Campus
Consequences
•Students in possession of illegal substances at school are suspended.
•Students who sell illegal substances at school are expelled.
In most cases D & A treatment is required.
Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Free Campus
What parents can do:• Clear expectation in the
family that students do not use intoxicants.
• Maintain high expectations of student behavior.
• Know where your student is and who they are with.
Bullying & Harassment Free Campus• YOU Matter so we will train bystanders
to create a safe campus.• YOU Matter so we will support victims
and punish perpetrators of bullying and harassment.
Consequences• Bullies are suspended, required to
apologize and write research papers.• Discipline increases with severity or
frequency of behaviors.
What parents can do:• Monitor Facebook• Help your student develop problem-
solving skills and a sense of belonging. • Collaborate with teachers and
administrators if a problem occurs.
SAFE CAMPUS
ADMINISTRATIVE/TEACHER PRESENCE
DEAN
CAMPUS MONITOR
COUNSELORS Ashland Student Assistance Program(ASAP) COMMUNITY WORKS Counselor
HEALTH CENTER
Health Center Services
Judy Blickenstaff, Nurse Practitioner
Diagnosis, Prescriptions and Treatment
Immunizations Reproductive Health
Mental Health Counselors
Athletic Physicals Anxiety/Depression
Screening Agency Referrals to
OHP Insurance and Food Stamps
Bell Schedule 2011-2012Alternating Red and White Days85-min. classes, 40-min. Advisory/TCB Time & 10-min. passing periods
Choosing classes is a 4-year process
Create a balance between academic rigor and being a well-rounded, healthy student.
Scheduling Packet
Website Course Guide www.ashland.k12.or.us/courseguide
8th Grade teachers make math, science, second language recommendations
CHOOSING 9TH GRADE CLASSES
Class of 2015New Graduation Requirements
Credits: 50*
Essential Skill: Reading
Essential Skill: Writing
Essential Skill: Math *Three years of math at the Algebra level or higher
*Three years of lab sciences
One credit is granted for successfully completing one semester in any class.
ASHLAND HIGH SCHOOL9th Grade Course Guide-at-a-Glance
You may access the full course guide online at:http://www.ashland.k12.or.us/CourseGuide
CLASSES LISTED IN BOLD ARE AVAILABLE TO YOUR GRADE
ADVISORY (9-10-11-12)Full Year – 1 career education credit over 4 years Advisory is a graded and credit-bearing course required for all students grades 9-12. It will meet Monday-Thursday for 40 minutes each day. The curriculum will provide students with systematic academic advising, college counseling and social-emotional support. Students will remain with the same advisor for four years. COURSE NAME CHANGES
This is an early warning about 4 ways to earn college credits while at AHS.
OPTION ONEROGUE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
•Take an approved class at AHS.• Minimal cost (TBD for 2011-2012)• Credits transfer to Oregon universities and as elective credits to most US colleges. • RCC does not transcript grades below a B. •In 2011-2012 RCC will offer Construction, Welding and Electronics classes for juniors and seniors at AHS.
OPTION TWOSOUTHERN OREGON UNIVERSITY:
Advanced Southern Credit• Take an approved course on the AHS campus.These are typically Advanced Placement (AP) Classes•Credits are offered at a significant discount.• There is wide acceptance of SOU credits nationwide. • SOU issues transcripts regardless of the grade earned in the class.
OPTION THREESOUTHERN OREGON UNIVERSITY:
EARLY ENTRY
• Juniors and Seniors may take an approved course on the SOU campus.•Credits are offered at a significant discount.• There is wide acceptance of SOU credits nationwide. • SOU issues transcripts regardless of the grade earned in the class.
OPTION FOURADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) EXAMS
Students who are ready to perform at the college level may take AP classes at AHS or online and prepare for the AP Exam in May. A score on this test may earn college credit for students.
NEXT STEPS
Meet with Counselors – April 19 & 20 @ AMS
Turn in scheduling forms
Meet in small groups
Ask clarifying questions
If you can’t attend your scheduled section - attend any session
Evening Meetings with Counselors –AMS Rooms 202, 205 & 206 (off the Commons) Steve Smith (A – F) John Skinner (G – N) Michelle Zundel / Glenna Stiles / Don Valentini (O – Z) DATE TIME COUNSELOR ROOM# LAST NAME
Tuesday, April 19 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mr. Smith AMS Rm. 206 A ― B
Tuesday, April 19 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mr. Skinner AMS Rm. 202 G ― Hi
Tuesday, April 19 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mrs. Stiles / Mrs. Zundel AMS Rm. 204 O ― Ri Tuesday, April 19 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mr. Smith AMS Rm. 206 C― D
Tuesday, April 19 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mr. Skinner AMS Rm. 202 Ho ― Le
Tuesday, April 19 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mrs. Stiles / Mrs. Zundel AMS Rm. 204 Ro ― Sr ---------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------
Wednesday, April 20 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mr. Smith AMS Rm. 206 E ― F Wednesday, April 20 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mr. Skinner AMS Rm. 202 Li ― N Wednesday, April 20 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mrs. Stiles / Mr. Valentini AMS Rm. 204 St ― V Wednesday, April 20 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mr. Smith AMS Rm. 206 JMS 8th Graders Wednesday, April 20 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mr. Skinner AMS Rm. 202 WW 8th Graders Wednesday, April 20 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mrs. Stiles / Mr. Valentini AMS Rm. 204 W ― Z
VALUE OF PARTICIPATING IN ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIESWhy do we encourage student participation in activities? Research
tells us that students involved in an activity experience:
Higher GPA
Lower absenteeism
Fewer disciplinary referrals
Less use of illegal substances
Lower dropout rate
More effective time management skills Improved college admissions
ATHLETIC OSAA ACTIVITIES AT ASHLAND HIGH SCHOOL
FALL(Practice starts August) Cheerleading Cross Country Football Boys Soccer Girls Soccer Volleyball
WINTER (Practice starts November) Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Cheerleading Swimming Wrestling
SPRING(Practice starts February) Baseball Softball Boys Tennis Girls Tennis Track and Field
FALL Water Polo
WINTER Bowling Snowboarding Alpine Ski (downhill) Nordic Ski (cross country)
SPRING Crew Equestrian Golf
ATHLETIC CLUB ACTIVITIES AT ASHLAND HIGH SCHOOL
ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT WEBSITE www.ashlandathletics.org
Get schedules
Find Forms
Get information on individual sports
Learn about eligibility requirements and department policies
Review our philosophy
Find out how to contact the athletic department
Meet the coaches and staff
Join the Booster Club
Sign up to be a volunteer
Apply for a coaching position
Get facility use information
Find many links to related web sites
And MUCH more!
AHS Student Clubs
• Academic Challenge• Academic Scavenger Hunt• Anime Club • Ballroom Dance• Brain Bowl • Catholic Club• Drama Club • Gay Straight Alliance • Girls’ Circle/Rose Circle• Global Citizens Corps • Interact Club• International Club • Key Club
• Knit Wits • Math Honor Society • Math Team • Mock Trial Team • Model United Nations • Multicultural Student Union• National Honor Society • Outdoor Club• Pagan Club• Poetry Club• Robotics• SADD/Reach • Sustainability Club