AGENDA

1. Welcometo the High School for Math, Science, & Engineering @ City CollegeMr. William Dugan, Principal

2. Student Placement Exams 10-11 Math 11-12 Spanish Parent Information Session Welcome: Mr. William Dugan Introduction: Dawn Robertson PTA Co-President- April Feffer Pupil Personnel Secretary: Ms. Cheryl Duck College Advice: Mr. Klein Academic Support: Mr. Burgan AGENDA

3. New Student Orientation8/30/06 8:00-9:25 WELCOME 9:30-10:55 HSMSE 101 11:00-11:45 Q & A 12:00-12:35 LUNCH 12:40-2:05 SCAVENGER HUNT 2:05-3:35 STUDY SKILLS

4. SUMMER READING ASSIGNMENT FRESHMEN: The Catcher in the Rye J.D. Salinger

5. Surviving the High School years Helping your child make a successful transition to the High School for Math, Science, & Engineering

6. Welcome to their world….“Normal” Adolescent Development • Search for identity • Focus on Self • Moodiness • Improved ability to express one’s self • Complaints about parents • Parent/Child Relationship • Struggle for independence • Testing of Boundaries/Rules • Peer relationships (American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry)

7. Points to consider • Open communication, open questions • Encourage exploration of interests • Recognize their sensitivity. • Its not easy! • Be a resource, not a monitor • DID YOU DO YOUR HOMEWORK? • Take advantage of support systems. • GUIDANCE

8. Stay Connected • Make sure your contact information is accurate and up to date • Folder items to complete and submit today: • Blue Cards • PTA Directory • Internet Consent form • Residency Questionnaire • Immunizations and Medical form to be mailed in enclosed envelope

9. PTA • Co-President April Feffer • Get involved with PTA • Yahoo Group: Hsmse_pta-subscribe@yahoogroups.com • PTA Newsletter can be found on www.hsmse.org • Monthly PTA Meetings • PTA Website www.hsmse-pta.org

10. Know your surroundings…. • Help your child get comfortable with their new environment. • Take a practice run this summer to help your child learn subway/bus routes during rush hour • Know the physical layout of CCNY campus • See map: NAC, Baskerville, Marshak • www.hopstop.com • CCNY shuttle bus schedule

11. CCNY SHUTTLE BUS: Runs from 7:00 a.m. through 9:55 p.m., Monday–Friday, and from 8:45 a.m. through 4:00 p.m. on weekends and holidays, with stops at both the 145th and 137th subway stations and along Convent Avenue. Approximately every 15 minutes

12. The Permanent Record • Grades will remain on transcript for academic career • Obtain records from middle school of any regents exams taken and high school credits earned- check records for accuracy • Talk to middle school guidance counselor about transcript

13. BELL SCHEDULEA Day/ B Day Period 1 8:00-9:25 Period 2 9:30-10:55 Period 3 11:00-11:45 Period 4 11:50-12:35 Period 5 12:40-2:05 Period 6 2:10-3:35

14. Dean of Students: Evan HershinsonAssistant Dean: Vanessa DiPaolo • Cell phones • Campus Regulations • Dress Code

16. Junior Varsity Math Team Varsity Math Team Astronomy Introduction to Research Cancer in Society Sports Medicine (HEAL) Adv. Sports Medicine (HEAL 2) Intro. to Psychology Intro. Chemical Engineering Band Chorus Ballroom Dancing Intro. to Art Advanced Art Photography Web Design MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist) Engineering 101 Poetry Drama Yearbook Newspaper Science Fiction Elective Courses

17. ACADEMIC CHALLENGES: • Time Management • 8-3:35 school day • A/B day • Homework • Ego Management • Academic rigor • Natural talent

18. Things to look out for: • “no homework” • Excessive use of computer • Papers!!!!! • Lateness • Change in behavior : • Excessive sleep • Irritability • Isolation

19. What can you do to help? • Help your child create good habits • Designate a time/place for homework • Teach effective Time Management skills • Use of student planners, homework books, binders • Student planners, binders, time management • Contact teachers/ guidance counselor • What is working?- Identifying strengths • Encourage your child to take advantage of the support services available . • Ensure your child is maintaining a healthy balance.

20. HSMSE Support Services • Progress Reports • Peer tutors • Lunch and after-school tutoring • Advisory Groups • Counseling • Saturday Program • Grade Advisors • Academic Probation • Parent Teacher Conferences • Mandatory Study Hall

21. Encourage Individuality

22. 200 Hour Community Service Requirement • EXPLORE INTERESTS! • Students are responsible for keeping track of their own hours. • Community Service Worksheet • Letter from Organization • Include total hours worked • Job responsibilities • Must be on official letterhead

23. Girls Varsity Basketball Girls Varsity Soccer Girls Varsity Swimming Boys Varsity Soccer Boys Varsity Basketball Boys Varsity Volleyball Boys Varsity Football HSMSE Athletics

24. FIRST Robotics Film Club Ichthyology Club (Fish) Junior Statesman of America Key Club Mock Trial Team Model United Nations NYC Unveiled Ping Pong Club Stock Market Game Extra Curricular Clubs

25. FAQ Change of Address Pupil Accounting Secretary Lunch Forms Pupil Accounting Secretary Bus or Train Pass Pupil Accounting Secretary If your’re feeling ill Counselor or School Administrator Questions About Program Counselor or Grade Advisor Graduation Requirements Counselor or Grade Advisor College/Career Information College Advisor Personal Problems Counselor Tutoring Help Subject Teacher/ Counselor Athletic Teams Athletic Director Student Government COSA School activities or clubs COSA

26. Keep in touch Main Office…………………(212) 281-6490 Fax……………………………..(212) 281-6918 School Website…………www.hsmse.org PTA Website……………..www.hsmse-pta.org Dawn Robertson, School Counselor drobertson@hsmse.org