Heritage High School Class of 2023

1. Heritage High SchoolClass of 2023 Welcome to the Pride!

2. So you have a high schooler…

3. So you have a high schooler… WORRY EXCITEMENT Independence Academic Opportunities Extra-curricular Opportunities Family Pride • Course Selection/Academics • Social Adjustment • Risky Behavior

4. PRINCIPAL Mr. Jeff Adam ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS Mr. Ross Armstrong, A-G Ms. Kim Turner, H-N Mr. Adrian Powell, O-Z SCHOOL COUNSELING DIRECTOR Ms. Suzanne Eicholtz ATHLETIC DIRECTOR Mr. JJ Totaro Special Education Dean Ms. Ashley Kolbas heritageHigh SchoolAdministrationTeam

5. Social adjustment

6. HeritageSchool Counseling Department

7. School counseling websitenew and improved!

8. School Counseling Department ‘To graduation…and beyond!’ Ms. Meagen Zawistowski Counselor A-C Ms. Suzanne Eicholtz Director of School Counseling Ms. Cheryl Barr Counselor D-I Mr. Keenan Elder Counselor Sd-Z Ms. Kim-marie Brown Counselor Mj-Sc Mr. Donald Jones Counselor J-Mi Ms. Cathy Kelly Counseling Secretary Ms. Neldy Negron Parent Liaison Ms. Brenda Gottlieb Testing Coordinator Ms. Betty Keener Counseling Secretary Ms. Patricia Dawson Career Center Specialist

9. Social/Emotional Transition • Encourage Involvement • Expect Ups and Downs • Reach Out If… Extended or severe changes in: • Mood • Appetite • Sleep Habits • Level of Interest in Outside Activities • Loudoun County Mental Health Resources: • HHS School Counseling Page • Heritage Unified Mental Health Team

10. HHS Mental Health Team Ms. Meagen Zawistowski Counselor A-C Ms. Suzanne Eicholtz Director of School Counseling Ms. Cheryl Barr Counselor D-I Mr. Keenan Elder Counselor Sd-Z Ms. Kim-marie Brown Counselor Mj-Sc Mr. Donald Jones Counselor J-Mi Ms. Catherine Tannuzzo School Psychologist Ms. Megan Marshall Student Assistance Specialist Ms. Leslie Saunders School Social Worker

11. Specializes in… • Prevention of Substance Abuse • Counseling for Students/Families Struggling with Substance Abuse/Experimentation • Links Pride Community with Resources Student assistance specialist Ms. Megan Marshall

12. academics

13. CoursE SelectionConsiderations

14. CONSIDER… Cumulative Workload/ Stress Impact Outside Activities Family Priorities Sleep Map Out a Week Reassure

15. Course Selection Process • HHS Honors Example Lessons: December/January • HPMS Teacher Recommendations • Course Information Night: Mon, January 28th @ 7:30pm HHS Auditorium • Heritage Counselors Visit Harper Park: February 4th-15th • Drop Add Form and Course Selections Mailed Home: Last Week in May • Deadline for Changes to Course Requests:Wednesday, June 14th

16. Course selection information page1-stop-shopping

17. Strategies for Student Success • Use your agenda • Do your homework on the same day it is assigned • Check teacher’s webpage & Vision page • Ask questions (in class or email) • Check StudentVUE for grades • Communicate with your teacher • Get involved, maintain a balance • Set goals • Surround yourself with those who are also working toward their goals

18. Attempted Strategies for Success • Parent, Teacher, Counselor, Student Input and Communication • Approval by School Administrator • Process Facilitated by School Counselor • Space may be limited in other available classes HHS Course Change Request Process(Level Changes During the Year) Support for Working Through the Rigor: Math Lab Reading Writing Center Science Center Targeted Reinforcement Study Halls Academic Clinic Teacher Webpages/Vision/Google Classroom

19. LCPSGraduation Requirements Beginning with students entering 9th Grade in the 2018-2019 school year…this means you! UPDATED!!! UPDATED!!!

24. Academic career plan • Diploma Requirements • Projected Courses to Graduate • Career Goals • BALANCE

25. Expunging • Final Course Grade of High School Credits Taken in Middle School Only • Not Shown on Transcripts • Not Counted Toward GPA • No Credit Awarded • Expunge Form Sent Home with Middle School Final Report Card • Forms Must Be Returned by August 15th • After this…no more. • See your counselor, Mr. Misek, if you have questions.

26. course info night Monday, January 28th@ 7:30pm HHS Auditorium (Part 1) Department Chairs Share Course Information in Auditorium (Part 2) Department Chairs/Teachers Available for Questions in Library

27. English 9 • Math (Algebra 1, Geometry, Functions, Algebra 2, or Algebra 2/Trig) • Earth Science or Research Biology • World History/Geography to 1500 (WH1) • Health PE 9 • (World Language) • Elective • Study Hall • (Pride Time: 20 minutes every Wednesday) Sample freshman schedule

28. English 9 Academic or English 9 Honors? Other considerations: Do you like English & reading? What is your level of motivation? How difficult is your overall course load?

29. Mathematics

30. FRESHMAN YEAR AND BEYOND…..

31. Taking Research Biology as a Freshman If students are on an accelerated path, they may choose to go directly to Research Biology as a freshman.  This path is not for everyone, and is a decision that must be carefully thought out. Students who go directly to Research Biology will be missing out on important research skills that are required and expected in Biology.  In order to demonstrate readiness, freshman who choose to take Research Biology will be required to complete a summer assignment. • Successful 9th grade Research Biology students are:   • strong in Math (entering Geometry or higher) • Organized and on top of school work • Ask questions and seek help when needed • Passionate about science • Prepared to complete required work outside of classroom • Strong in skills taught in Research Earth Science

32. Social Sciences Both Courses Address same content Must pass WH1 SOL to earn verified credit Primary Source Analysis Pre-AP World History to 1500 Academic World History to 1500 No Bump Short Answer questions/Shorter essays Developing writing skills Visual and written projects per quarter Untimed tests 30 minutes of HW between blocks • .5 Bump on GPA • Prepare students for AP WH • Independent learner with previous writing experiences • Emphasis on essay writing • Aim for timed tests by end of year • 60-75 minutes of HW between blocks

33. Remember… NO Course Request Changes After June 14th!!!

34. Looking forward…College and career Resources Counseling Department Workshops Naviance Interest Inventories Career Inventories Career Information GPA and Test Scores Search for Colleges to Match Interests and Admissions Profile Search for Scholarships Use Resources in Document Library Receive Updates from HHS on Volunteer, Scholarship, Academic Enrichment & Job Opportunities • Senior College Application Night (September) • NOVA Night (September) • Financial Aid Night (December) • Super Saturdays (January/February) • Career and Apprenticeship Night (April) • College 101 (Underclassmen) (April) • Utilize the Career Center LCPS Resources • MATA Shadowing Day (10th & 11th) • Job for a Day (11th) • LCPS College and Career Fair (Last Sunday in September)

35. course info night Monday, January 28th@ 7:30pm HHS Auditorium (Part 1) Department Chairs Share Course Information in Auditorium (Part 2) Department Chairs/Teachers Available for Questions in Library

36. Get involved!

37. Heritage Activities pagecheck it out

38. Rising 9th Grade night Thursday, March 7th @ 7pmHHS Auditorium

39. Harper Park visit to heritageWednesday, April 3rd Student Orientation and School Tour During the School Day

40. HHS athletics info night April 30th@ 6pmHarper Park Auditorium Parents and Students/Athletes Welcome HHS Athletic Philosophy Physicals/Paperwork Schedules Meet Fall Coaches Athletic Booster Club

41. back to school celebrationfresHmen orientation right before school starts Parents and Students Welcome Freshmen Orientation/Scavenger Hunt Freshmen Parent Meeting Open House to Meet Teachers

42. Roar pride!