Transitioning to High School

1. Transitioning to High School

2. WELCOME WHITE PLAINS HIGH SCHOOL Counselor Angela Forbus

3. Transition….defined as • “a process during which institutional and social factors influence which students’ educational careers are positively or negatively affected by this movement between organizations.” Schiller (1999, pp.216-217, “Effects of feeder patterson on students’ transition to high school.” Sociology of Education)

4. Our Mission • It is the mission of White Plains High School to create an environment where every student is encouraged to master high levels of academic achievement as determined by state and national standards.  The staff of White Plains High School is committed to a comprehensive system of support in producing active learners through self-assessment, activities, and mentoring.

5. Students Going to High School Fear… • Peer Pressure • New Schedule • Getting through crowded halls without getting lost • Bullying • Fitting in/not fitting in • Peer Pressure

6. Parents of New High Schoolers Have Fears, Too. And They DO Impact Schools and Classrooms… • Puberty/Adolescence • Peer Pressure from others • Losing control • Being disconnected & irrelevant • Not having the power/impact they had on middle school classrooms

7. Social Media

8. BYODBring Your Own Device

9. Attendance & Requirements

10. What is the Attendance Policy? • All students are expected to attend regularly in accordance with public school laws. • Attendance is related to a higher success rate for the student. • Any student late to school or tardy to class will report to ISD for the remainder of the period. • Any student with unexcused absences of more than 5 will be referred to the Board of Education for truancy violation.

11. Policy • Any student in Grade 9 must meet all requirements or will automatically be considered for retention. • A student must pass all courses and receive a final grade of 60 or above “D” in each subject per semester not yearly averagein order to receive credit. Credits are earned by semester. • A student who does not meet this requirement may be recommended to attend summer school or Credit Recovery during the school year.

12. Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2019 Credit Requirements High School Assessments Career Preparation

13. Four Year Plan State Assessments KUDER Program Resume Career Preparation

14. High School End of Course Assessments Math Science Social Studies English

15. Credit Requirements

16. Recognition of Excellence Summa Cum Laude Magna Cum Laude Cum Laude • 95 or above • GPA • 90- 94.99 GPA • 85-89.99 • GPA **Students must have an Advanced with Honors diploma in order to receive these additional recognitions of honor.

17. Career Tech Programs • Automotive ServiceTechnology • Collision Repair Technology • Cosmetology • Culinary Arts • Childhood Education & Teaching • Medical Preparation • Precision MachiningTechnology • Welding Technology • Drafting and Design Technology

18. The Course Selection Process Upcoming 9th Grade Parent Orientation Student take course request form home Parent reviews, signs, and returns to Mrs. Sparks By Friday, May 3rd Mrs. Forbus inputs students 9th grade schedule

19. What is the parent’s role in course selection?

20. 1. Talk with your child about goals for the next four years. 2. Review courses and make the best decision for your child. 3. Encourage your child to take the most rigorous courses while enjoying other aspects of high school.

21. A Typical 9th Grade Schedule

22. High School Schedule

23. High School ScheduleTuesday students will attend odd number classes.Wednesday students will attend even number classes.

24. MENTORING Band/ Choir Cheerleading/ Danceline Extracurricular Activities Service Clubs School Clubs Athletic Teams

25. TIPS FOR SUCCESS • BE PREPARED FOR THE SCHEDULE! • AS PARENTS…. STAY INVOLVED IN THE SCHEDULING PROCESS! • GET INVOLVED IN EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES!

26. Transition is a process….. …..NOT an Event!

27. Web Presence School Website: www.whiteplainshighschool.weebly.com Mrs. Forbus – Guidance Counselor aforbus.wp@ccboe.us Check INOW

28. Contact Information • Phone • 256-741-7807 • Fax# • 256-237-3301 • Email: • aforbus.wp@ccboe.us • Website: • Can also be found under counselor corner on school website.

29. Additional Resources for Transitioning to High School • Make a Successful Transition to Middle School • http://www.unitedway.org/our-work/make-a-successful-transition-to-middle-school • Making Transition to High School Easier • http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=transition%20from%20middle%20school%20to%20high%20school&source=web&cd=54&cad=rja&ved=0CEYQFjADODI&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.paly.net%2Fguidance%2FMAKING_THE_TRANSITION_TO_HIGH_SCHOOL_EASIER.pdf&ei=74p2UdLjIYf-4AOzsYGoCw&usg=AFQjCNFBzoe_R0IaBc5e2CQE_QfZZqWihw&bvm=bv.45512109,d.eWU

30. Additional Resources for Transitioning to High School • Transition to High School • http://www.pamf.org/teen/life/school/highschool.html • Student Transition from Middle School to High School • http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=transition%20from%20middle%20school%20to%20high%20school&source=web&cd=95&cad=rja&ved=0CEgQFjAEOFo&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kpirc.org%2Fuploads%2FStudent_Transition_Middle_to_High.pdf&ei=TYx2UY7cHpTE9gSjhoCYBA&usg=AFQjCNEdFgGN-YXJyom4u533OmnMESSQPA&bvm=bv.45512109,d.eWU

31. Questions?