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Polk State College Collegiate High School
Overview
Faculty/Staff Introductions
“212” Theme / Guiding Principles
CHS Program Information
Faculty Lee Childree – English, Journalism, EI
Dr. Dawn Dyer – Social Science, EI
Ami Gideons – Math, EI
Ward Hurst – Spanish, English, SLS, EI
Jason Martin – English, Journalism, Social Sciences, EI
Leah Whitehead – Science, EI
Staff Rick Jeffries – Principal
Joy Greene – Assistant Principal
Patrice Thigpen – Guidance Counselor
Virginia Richard – Instructional Technologist
TBA – College/Career Advisor
Latasha Lee – Administrative Assistant
Starr Barham – Program Assistant
Deborah Davidson – Administrative Clerk – Front Desk
Briana Davidson – P/T Assistant – CHS Book Room
Foster a friendly, supportive small learning community that respects a diversity of thoughts and ideas
Challenge students with rigorous academic expectations and build college/career readiness skills that lead to successful postsecondary transition
Lead students to an understanding of future economic/career trends and encourage relevant education and training programs that match the trends
Develop civic-minded, service-oriented students with an eye towards building future leaders
Encourage students to engage in extra-curricular activities to develop healthy social, leadership and team-building skills
CHS Program Philosophy
11th Grade
Completing High School Requirements
Building College Readiness Skills
Gradual College Integration
Integration into CHS Learning Community
12th Grade
Full College Immersion
CHS Learning Community Support
Preparation for Postsecondary Transition
CHS Academic Roadmap
Fall (11th) 1-3 High School & 1-3 College
Spring (11th) 1-2 High School & 2-3 College
Summer 2-4 College
Fall (12th) 4-5 College
Spring (12th) 4-5 College
College Environment and Parent Support Courses designed for college level students
▪ More rigorous
▪ Some topics discussed may include those not normally discussed in a traditional high school classroom
▪ College campus events may include information and access to college-level issues and activities
▪ Maintain open communication with your student about class and campus issues
Reinforce importance of displaying mature behavior (attitude, attendance, task completion, etc.)
Know your student’s schedule
Post copy of college syllabus from each class to help students keep track of assignment dates
Student schedule will be evaluated based on performance in previous term!
ASK QUESTIONS!
FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) Direct Communication from parent to college professors not allowed
CHS Staff do have the right to inquire about student progress and can communicate with professors – parents can then be informed by CHS staff
High school vs. College
ASK QUESTIONS!
National Honor Society
Student Government Association
Youth in Government
FBLA
Senior Ambassador Program
Polk State College Honors Program
Polk State College SALO
ACT / SAT Importance/Preparation
Competitive admissions requirements for colleges/universities
High scores to qualify for Bright Futures and other scholarships
More important than ever to maximize scores and take more than once!▪ “Super-Scoring” is your friend!
Fall Junior Year – Preparation with ACT Practice Test and PSAT, etc.
Spring Junior Year –Take SAT/ACT tests and evaluate results
Senior Year – Re-take SAT/ACT as needed
www.act.org (ACT)
www.collegeboard.com (SAT)
Florida Bright Futures
www.floridastudentfinacialaid.org
SENIORS apply December of their Senior Year!
Scheduling, Personal / Crisis Counseling, Consultation, Referral Guidance Counselor – Patrice Thigpen
▪ Scheduling for high school and college▪ Course withdrawals▪ Academic crisis issues▪ Crisis intervention▪ Referral suggestions
College Admissions / Career Advising College & Career Advisor –TBA
▪ ACT/SAT registration, waivers etc.▪ Scholarships▪ Academic advising▪ College admissions consultation▪ Choosing a college▪ Career Information
Parent/Student Workshops Fall College Admissions Workshop - TBA Spring Financial Aid Workshop - TBA
High School
Absences and tardies are tracked by faculty and CHS Administration
Parents notified by automated callout
Excessive absences and tardies can bring penalties
Parents should call school or bring a note
Be mindful when planning trips and vacations – college professors may not allow make-up work
College
Attendance and tardies are not tracked or reported
Students can be dropped from a course due to attendance issues
Cell Phone Policy
Policy set by classroom teacher
Excessive cell phone issues may lead to disciplinary action
Discipline Issues
1st Offense – student consultation with teacher and/or administration
2nd Offense – parent contact
3rd Offense – student / parent meeting with administration
Serious Offenses – require immediate action – report to college dean and/or college law enforcement
Full-time campus security department 24/7 365 days
Full-time uniformed Sherriff’s Officer on campus – Sgt. Bobby Brigman
Emergency Call Boxes on campus
Emergency Notifications
Weather events, security-related events, etc.
College Text, Phone, Email, Public Address System
Media Announcements
Polk State Website
Annual Travel Opportunities Local/State Travel with Clubs & Organizations – Fall/Spring
Washington DC – Spring alternating years
New York City – Spring alternating years
Study Abroad in Partnership with Polk State - Summer
Website
www.polk.edu
Student Passport/PAL Account
Student Email
CHS Newsletter
Automated phone callouts
REMIND Text Message System
Emails, Letters, Postcards, etc.
CHS Office – (863) 669-2322
Mr. Jeffries Cell –
Ms. Greene’s Cell –
Polk State College – (863) 297-1000
Staff Emails
Mr. Jeffries – [email protected]
Ms. Greene – [email protected]
Ms. Thigpen – [email protected]
Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Transportation provided for those that requested early
Late requests may take 1-2 weeks to process
Follow PCSB 2-mile rule
Please notify when student changes status!
Contract with PCSB – must follow PCSB rules
No parking decal required
Park in student designated spots
No parking in faculty/staff or guest parking
Parking tickets are students responsibility
Need for Funds
Student Activities
Food for Events
Shirts, School Pride Items
Student Conferences
Student Travel
Fund Raising Projects
Fundraiser Card
Discount Card
Fall Dance
Prom
Club Activities & Events
