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Welcome Class of 2020 The Freshman Academy

Discover how the Freshman Academy at Matawan Regional High School enhances academic achievement and social-emotional growth through a team approach, small learning communities, and tailored programs.

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Welcome Class of 2020 The Freshman Academy

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  1. Welcome Class of 2020The Freshman Academy 2016-2017 School Year Matawan Regional High School

  2. What is the Freshman Academy?????

  3. A Team Approach to Learning…

  4. MISSION To assist the incoming freshmen in making a smooth transition into high school and meet the rigorous high school standards.

  5. How do we achieve this??? Providing programs and supports designed to address the unique needs of the 9th grade student. Goals of: • Increased Academic Achievement • Social-Emotional Development

  6. STRUCTURE Dedicated Administrator Dedicated Counselor Dedicated Team of Teachers ENGLISH HISTORY SCIENCE MATH Collaborative Planning

  7. TEAM APPROACH Students assigned to a team Alaskan Huskies Polar Huskies Siberian Huskies Goal of: • Creating Small Learning Communities • Staff • Students • School within a School Design

  8. PURPOSE • Build Rapport • Nourish Student Growth • Academically • Socially • Emotionally • Create a sense of unity and community within the freshman class • Team Challenges • Grade Level Competitions • Trans-Disciplinary Lessons/ Themes • Early Intervention

  9. BENEFITS • Increased Academic Achievement • Increased Student Attendance, Attitudes and Behavior • Promotes positive feelings about self and others • Stronger Student-Teacher Relationships

  10. 2015-2016 Highlights • Freshman Team Challenge • Anti-Bullying Campaign • Team Assemblies • Group Counseling • Academic Classroom Presentations • Introduction to Naviance • Monmouth University Leadership Conference • Peer Tutoring • “Good Apples” Program • Battle of the Classes • The Honorable Husky

  11. What’s New for 2016-2017 • Civic Leadership Transition Program • Elevate Education • Student/ Teacher/ Parent Workshops • Study Skills • Time Management • Critical Reading • Memory Strategies • Peer Mentorship • Health & Physical Education • Project Adventure

  12. ORIENTATION PROGRAM The Goal of Today’s Program was to…. Today’s Program • Co-Curricular Fair • Scavenger Hunt • Classroom Activities • Civic Leadership • Ice Breaker Activities • Guided Tour • Goal Setting Activity • Learning Style Quiz

  13. TODAY’S MESSAGE • Fresh Start • Take Accountability • Get Involved • Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Help!!!

  14. What you need to know…

  15. STUDENT EXPECTATIONS • Adhere to the student handbook • Possess accountability and pride in their behavior and academics • Explore their interests in extra curricular activities • Engage and take ownership in their education • Communicate with their parents on their progress

  16. PARENT EXPECTATIONS • Review Student Agenda • Stay In-Touch • Parent Portal • Activities • Get/ Stay Involved!!!

  17. SPORTS, CLUBS & ACTIVITIES • Athletic Participation • Fall/ Winter/ Spring • Eligibility • High School • College • Informational Session for the College Bound Student Athlete 8/25/2016 • Co-Curricular Clubs

  18. STUDENT PERSONNEL SERVICES • Graduation Requirements • Testing Requirements • Academic Supports • Social-Emotional Health • School Counselors • Student Assistance Coordinator • YMCA

  19. STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMJenniseNieves – Student Assistance Coordinator (SAC) • Student Assistance Counselor (SAC) help students and families who are experiencing problems that interfere with learning such as substance abuse, emotional trauma, peer conflict, depression, and at risk behaviors. • SAC’s help develop, coordinate, implement prevention and intervention services and/or activities for students at risk for substance abuse.

  20. Concerns that students may seek assistance for may include: • Depression • Anxiety •  Grief/Loss •  Substance Abuse •  Family Problems •  Social Skills •  Abuse/Neglect •  Self-Esteem •  Crisis Intervention •  Anger Management

  21. Methods of Referral Work closely with administrators, guidance counselors, special education department, teachers, the school nurse, other school personnel and parents to identify and assess areas of need. • Students may be referred by any school staff that have identified an area of concern. • Parents who have concerns about non-academic issues may contact the SAC directly. • Students can confidentially refer themselves and/or other students in need of supportive services. • Students can be referred by community agencies. • All referrals are confidential unless there is a safety concern.

  22. In Closing….

  23. COMMUNICATIONIS KEY!!!

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