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WHS Eighth Grade Parent Night

WHS Eighth Grade Parent Night. Alex Purchase (A-F) apurchase@tusd.org Ext. 7610 Tiffany Garcia (G-Ld) tgarcia@tusd.org Ext. 7609 Yoko Kobayashi (Le-Q) ykobayashi @tusd.org Ext. 7611 Tania Barricklow (R-Z) tbarricklow@tusd.org Ext. 7612

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WHS Eighth Grade Parent Night

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  1. WHS Eighth Grade Parent Night Alex Purchase (A-F) apurchase@tusd.org Ext. 7610 Tiffany Garcia (G-Ld) tgarcia@tusd.org Ext. 7609 Yoko Kobayashi (Le-Q) ykobayashi@tusd.org Ext. 7611 Tania Barricklow (R-Z) tbarricklow@tusd.org Ext. 7612 Philip Drasner (Student Support) pdrasner@tusd.org Ext. 7702

  2. The Counselor’s Role • Academic • College • Career • Personal/social

  3. How do I contact my counselor? • Your student can sign up for an appointment in the Counseling Office or drop by at lunch (except Thursdays) or after school • Call to schedule an appointment or a phone conference: 310-533-4299 x 7684

  4. Adjustment to High School • Transition • Larger campus • New social groups • Organization - Longer, more involved assignments • Get involved • Transcript • Keep a record of activities/awards

  5. RESOURCES • Warrior Welcome (Mid-August) • Parent Connect • Progress Reports • Tutorial Center • Monday-Thursday • Lunch time and after school

  6. Student Involvement on Campus

  7. ATHLETICS • Offered 6th period only • Must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA • No more than one U in citizenship • Attend Athletic Parent Meeting on May 6th at 6:00 pm in the Main Gym

  8. Freshman Focus • Juniors and Seniors visit freshman classes during the Fall (once per month) to inform students about activities, clubs, ASB, athletics and other ways of getting involved on campus.

  9. CLUBS • There are approximately 50 clubs on our campus. Students are encouraged to find a few clubs of interest and maintain involvement throughout high school. See the Planning Guide for a list and description of clubs

  10. High School Graduation Requirements • 220 total credits in the required subjects. An average of 60 credits per year. • Six semesters of excellent or satisfactory citizenship marks • Students also need to pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE).

  11. Graduation Requirements • English 40 credits • Social Science 30 credits including: World History 10; US History 10; Govt. 5/Econ. 5 • Mathematics 20 credits: Algebra minimum • Science 20 credits (physical and biological) • Health 5 credits • Foreign Language/ V P Arts 10 credits • Physical Education 20 credits

  12. Aim For A Balanced Program • Allow for a period of adjustment • Manageable schedule • Athletics and activities require extra hours • Honors courses demand extra study hours

  13. Honors Courses • Open enrollment policy • current grades and teacher recommendations should be considered • Number of Honors courses to take • Application and Commitment Forms required

  14. SCHEDULING • Jefferson Middle School • March 27th and March 31st • Bert Lynn Middle School • April 1st and 2nd • Private and non-feeder schools • Enrollment starts March 23rd • Pick-up packet from Counseling Office

  15. Enrollment Procedures for New TUSD Students • TWO CURRENT utility bills (ONE must be an electric bill) • Birth Certificate/Passport • Parent Picture ID • Transcripts/Report Cards/Withdrawal Grades • Immunization Records

  16. Summer School • Torrance Education Foundation/ South Bay Enrichment Academy • Tuition based • Courses offered at NHS and SHS

  17. Supplemental Sessions • Honors Courses – Ms. Burkhard • Cafeteria 5 • Special Education – Ms. Rulon • Room 5102

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