MIHS Information Night February 3, 2014

1. MIHS Information Night February 3, 2014

2. Agenda • MIHS Profile • Block Schedule • Graduation Requirements • Program Enhancements • Additional Programs • Sources of Communication • Athletic Program • Extra-Curricular Activities • MI Community Support • Awards & Recognitions • Registration Information • Q&A

3. School Profile

4. Block Schedule 2013-14

5. Features of the Weekly Schedule • 8:00 am – 3:00 pm • Except early release Wednesdays at 2:05pm • BRIDGES Advisory Group • Meets every Wednesday for 45 minutes • 6 Periods = Full-Time Schedule • Each class meets 4X per week • 3x for approximately 50 minutes • 1x for approximately 90 minutes (block period) • 7th class as space available

7. Program Enhancements • Crest Learning Center • Special Education • Advanced Placement • College in the High School • University of Washington • Area 2-year schools • WaNIC • Tech Prep • Running Start

8. Additional Programs • B.R.I.D.G.E.S. Advisory Group • Directed Studies • Counseling Services • MIHS Counseling • Career Counselor • College Counselor • MIYFS Counselors • School Resource Officer • After-school tutors

9. Sources of Communication • School Website www.mercerislandschools.org • Teacher Websites • Skyward • Naviance • PTSA Newsletter & Directory

10. GIRLS FALL • Soccer • Cross-Country • Swim and Dive • Volleyball WINTER • Gymnastics • Basketball SPRING • Softball • Golf • Track and Field • Lacrosse • Softball • Water Polo • Tennis • Badminton YEAR-ROUND • Drill and Cheer BOYS FALL • Football • Cross-Country • Golf • Water Polo • Tennis WINTER • Wrestling • Basketball SPRING • Swim and Dive • Track and Field • Lacrosse • Baseball • Soccer Athletic Program

11. Extra-Curricular Activities • Clubs • 56 Academic & Special Interest Clubs • Dances • Homecoming • Winter and Spring Tolo • Spirit Dances • Student Government (ASB) • ASB Officers • Class Officers • Leadership Class

12. MI Community Support • Parent Teacher Student Assn. (PTSA) • Mercer Island Schools Foundation (MISF) • Booster Clubs • Community Agencies • Faith Communities

13. Awards & Recognitions • Golden Apple Award (2011) • US Dept of Education Blue Ribbon School • WIAA Outstanding Scholastic Achievement Awards • Wells Fargo Bank Scholastic Cup Award • Siemens Advanced Placement High School Award • OSPI Washington School Achievement Award • Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre High School Musical Theatre Awards • Symphonic Orchestra-Gold Award and Adjudicator’s Trophy • Award-Winning Radio Station (Hot Jamz 88.9/94.5 FM) • Participant in the Tournament of Roses Parade (2006 & 2012) and the London New Year’s Parade (2012) • Chess Team State Champions • King County Green School Program, Level 2

14. MI Residents New to MISD and MIHS Registration Night DATE: Wednesday, February 26, 2014 LOCATION: MIHS Library TIME: 4:00pm – Check-In 4:30pm – Presentation • Meet withMIHS School Counselor • Submit COMPLETED registration paperwork: • Forms (available on district website under “Parents & Family”) • Photo ID • Proof of residency • Learn about required courses, elective offerings, and graduation requirements

15. Question & Answers