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Class of 2015 Informational Evening

Class of 2015 Informational Evening. Welcome - Michelle Zundel Principal Ashland High School. Show Choir Performance. Thank you Holly Johnson and the students of Show Choir for performing tonight. What would you like to learn this evening?. ACTIVITY ONE. Class of 2015.

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Class of 2015 Informational Evening

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  1. Class of 2015Informational Evening Welcome - Michelle Zundel Principal Ashland High School

  2. Show Choir Performance Thank you Holly Johnson and the students of Show Choir for performing tonight.

  3. What would you like to learn this evening? ACTIVITY ONE

  4. Class of 2015 TOGETHER – 4 YEARSLithia Park June 2015

  5. WELCOME • ENGAGE • SUCCEED

  6. US NEWS & WORLD REPORTSILVER MEDAL SCHOOL (TOP 3%) • 94% OF GRADUATES ENROLL IN 2 AND 4-YEAR COLLEGES • Parents who value education & volunteer their time. • Students who are curious & care about learning. • Teachers who are caring, knowledgeable and accessible.

  7. COMMUNITY SUPPORT • SOU, RCC, OSF, ACH partners • Local Levy (YAAL) • Ashland Schools Foundation • BOND for building projects • ATTENDANCE AT ACTIVITIES

  8. PARENT SUPPORT • CONTINUE TO BE “PRESENT” • HOMEWORK SUPPORT • SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT & Be your child’s “friend” on Facebook • ATTEND THEIR SPORTING EVENTS & ACTIVITIES • BE AN ATTENTIVE LISTENER • PROVIDE SUPERVISION • NETWORK WITH OTHER PARENTS (Directory)

  9. 2010-2011 Topics Teen Sexuality Drugs and Alcohol Fresh Start for Parents Money Matters Empty Nest Syndrome

  10. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESSee last page of your packet & Table in the Lobby • Volunteer Coordinator • Booster Club Officers & Volunteers • Publisher for School Newsletter (Grizz-o-Gram) • Site Council Representative • Chaperones Dances, Movie & Board Game Nights • Library

  11. -PowerSchool (Get weekly email updates) -Email first.last@ashland.k12.or.us -Weekly Emails: If we do not have your email address, you will miss important information! -Website: www.ashland.k12.or.us/AHS -Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Principal.Zundel -Phone: 541-482-8771 -Grizz-O-Gram -Auto dialer for missed classes CommunicationSchool to Home & Home to School

  12. Attend Class Ask Questions Complete Assignments Participate in your education Advocate for yourself Student Tutor Center / TCB Time COMMUNICATIONStudent-to-Teacher

  13. 8th Grade to GRIZZLY 8th GradeAHS • OPEN CAMPUS What will your student do for lunch? • LARGER ENROLLMENT (1050 students) • CREDITS AND TRANSCRIPTS COUNT • Increased responsibility and homework load

  14. Transition Activities • April 7 Student Meeting at Willow Wind • April 13 Student Meeting at Siskiyou School • April 13 & 14 Counselors at AMS and JMS • April 19 & 20 Evening Meetings with Counselors at AMS re. Scheduling • May 24 & 26 Campus Tours 3:15-4:00PM • August 17, 18 & 23 Registration • August Fall Sports Practices & Fresh Start • September 6, First Day of School (Half-day 9th graders and new students only)

  15. FRESH START (Details in June) • 2 days, 1 night • Trained upper class students as counselors • Freshman English/Global Studies teachers • Bonding and problem-solving activities • Retreat for all incoming freshman in late August or early September • helps break down stereotypes & cliques • teaches positive communication skills • supports healthy transition from 8th to 9th Grade

  16. Orchestra Performance Thank you Gerry Paré and the Orchestra students for performing tonight.

  17. Dean of Students Academic Advisor/Counselor INTRODUCING GLENNA STILES

  18. AHS HONOR CODE A ct Responsibly H ave Integrity S how Respect

  19. Advisory ProgramNew 2011-2012 • Provides academic counseling, college advising and social/emotional support for students throughout four years at AHS. • 40 minutes every day Mon. – Thurs. • Single grades in an Advisory • Same teacher & students all four years

  20. Advisory ProgramNew 2011-2012 • 2 days per week Advisory content • 2 days per week Taking Care of Business (TCB) Time Study Hall, Computer Lab, Library, Extra Help, Intervention classes

  21. Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Free CampusYOU Matter Campaign • YOU Matter so we will create a drug, alcohol and tobacco free campus. • YOU Matter so we will not turn a blind eye to illegal activity. • YOU Matter so we will support you in being a healthy graduate of AHS. • Students can stay drug/alcohol free for four years and still “fit” socially!

  22. Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Free Campus Consequences • Students in possession of illegal substances at school are suspended. • Students who sell illegal substances at school are expelled. In most cases D & A treatment is required.

  23. Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Free Campus What parents can do: • Clear expectation in the family that students do not use intoxicants. • Maintain high expectations of student behavior. • Know where your student is and who they are with.

  24. YOU Matter - April 12

  25. Bullying & Harassment Free Campus • YOU Matter so we will train bystanders to create a safe campus. • YOU Matter so we will support victims and punish perpetrators of bullying and harassment. Consequences • Bullies are suspended, required to apologize and write research papers. • Discipline increases with severity or frequency of behaviors. What parents can do: • Monitor Facebook • Help your student develop problem-solving skills and a sense of belonging. • Collaborate with teachers and administrators if a problem occurs.

  26. SAFE CAMPUS • ADMINISTRATIVE/TEACHER PRESENCE • DEAN • CAMPUS MONITOR • COUNSELORS • Ashland Student Assistance Program(ASAP) • COMMUNITY WORKS Counselor • HEALTH CENTER

  27. Health Center Services Judy Blickenstaff, Nurse Practitioner • Diagnosis, Prescriptions and Treatment • Immunizations • Reproductive Health • Mental Health Counselors • Athletic Physicals • Anxiety/Depression Screening • Agency Referrals to OHP Insurance and Food Stamps

  28. SCHEDULING Don ValentiniAssistant Principal

  29. Bell Schedule 2011-2012Alternating Red and White Days85-min. classes, 40-min. Advisory/TCB Time & 10-min. passing periods

  30. CHOOSING 9TH GRADE CLASSES • Choosing classes is a 4-year process • Create a balance between academic rigor and being a well-rounded, healthy student. • Scheduling Packet • Website Course Guide www.ashland.k12.or.us/courseguide • 8th Grade teachers make math, science, second language recommendations

  31. Class of 2015New Graduation Requirements Credits: 50* Essential Skill: Reading Essential Skill: Writing Essential Skill: Math  *Three years of math at the Algebra level or higher *Three years of lab sciences One credit is granted for successfully completing one semester in any class.

  32. ASHLAND HIGH SCHOOL 9th Grade Course Guide-at-a-Glance You may access the full course guide online at: http://www.ashland.k12.or.us/CourseGuide CLASSES LISTED IN BOLD ARE AVAILABLE TO YOUR GRADE

  33. ADVISORY(9-10-11-12) Full Year – 1 career education credit over 4 years Advisory is a graded and credit-bearing course required for all students grades 9-12. It will meet Monday-Thursday for 40 minutes each day. The curriculum will provide students with systematic academic advising, college counseling and social-emotional support. Students will remain with the same advisor for four years. COURSE NAME CHANGES

  34. Save time and money with Early College Credits! • This is an early warning about 4 ways to earn college credits while at AHS. • OPTION ONE • ROGUE COMMUNITY COLLEGE • Take an approved class at AHS. • • Minimal cost (TBD for 2011-2012) • • Credits transfer to Oregon universities and as elective credits to most US colleges. • • RCC does not transcript grades below a B. • In 2011-2012 RCC will offer Construction, Welding and Electronics classes for juniors and seniors at AHS.

  35. Save time and money with Early College Credits! • OPTION TWO • SOUTHERN OREGON UNIVERSITY: • Advanced Southern Credit • • Take an approved course on the AHS campus. • These are typically Advanced Placement (AP) Classes • Credits are offered at a significant discount. • • There is wide acceptance of SOU credits nationwide. • • SOU issues transcripts regardless of the grade earned in the class.

  36. Save time and money with Early College Credits! • OPTION THREE • SOUTHERN OREGON UNIVERSITY: • EARLY ENTRY • • Juniors and Seniors may take an approved course on the SOU campus. • Credits are offered at a significant discount. • • There is wide acceptance of SOU credits nationwide. • • SOU issues transcripts regardless of the grade earned in the class.

  37. Save time and money with Early College Credits! OPTION FOUR ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) EXAMS Students who are ready to perform at the college level may take AP classes at AHS or online and prepare for the AP Exam in May. A score on this test may earn college credit for students.

  38. NEXT STEPS Meet with Counselors – April 19 & 20 @ AMS • Turn in scheduling forms • Meet in small groups • Ask clarifying questions • If you can’t attend your scheduled section - attend any session

  39. Evening Meetings with Counselors –AMS Rooms 202, 205 & 206 (off the Commons) Steve Smith (A – F) John Skinner (G – N) Michelle Zundel / Glenna Stiles / Don Valentini (O – Z) DATE TIME COUNSELOR ROOM# LAST NAME Tuesday, April 19 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mr. Smith AMS Rm. 206 A ― B Tuesday, April 19 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mr. Skinner AMS Rm. 202 G ― Hi Tuesday, April 19 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mrs. Stiles / Mrs. Zundel AMS Rm. 204 O ― Ri Tuesday, April 19 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mr. Smith AMS Rm. 206 C― D Tuesday, April 19 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mr. Skinner AMS Rm. 202 Ho ― Le Tuesday, April 19 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mrs. Stiles / Mrs. Zundel AMS Rm. 204 Ro ― Sr  ---------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------- Wednesday, April 20 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mr. Smith AMS Rm. 206 E ― F Wednesday, April 20 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mr. Skinner AMS Rm. 202 Li ― N Wednesday, April 20 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mrs. Stiles / Mr. Valentini AMS Rm. 204 St ― V Wednesday, April 20 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mr. Smith AMS Rm. 206 JMS 8th Graders Wednesday, April 20 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mr. Skinner AMS Rm. 202 WW 8th Graders Wednesday, April 20 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mrs. Stiles / Mr. Valentini AMS Rm. 204 W ― Z

  40. Assistant Principal Athletic Director INTRODUCING KARL KEMPER

  41. VALUE OF PARTICIPATING IN ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES Why do we encourage student participation in activities? Research tells us that students involved in an activity experience: • Higher GPA • Lower absenteeism • Fewer disciplinary referrals • Less use of illegal substances • Lower dropout rate • More effective time management skills • Improved college admissions

  42. FALL (Practice starts August) Cheerleading Cross Country Football Boys Soccer Girls Soccer Volleyball WINTER (Practice starts November) Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Cheerleading Swimming Wrestling SPRING (Practice starts February) Baseball Softball Boys Tennis Girls Tennis Track and Field ATHLETIC OSAA ACTIVITIES AT ASHLAND HIGH SCHOOL

  43. ATHLETIC CLUB ACTIVITIES AT ASHLAND HIGH SCHOOL • FALL • Water Polo • WINTER • Bowling • Snowboarding • Alpine Ski (downhill) • Nordic Ski (cross country) • SPRING • Crew • Equestrian • Golf Parent Run

  44. Get schedules Find Forms Get information on individual sports Learn about eligibility requirements and department policies Review our philosophy Find out how to contact the athletic department Meet the coaches and staff Join the Booster Club Sign up to be a volunteer Apply for a coaching position Get facility use information Find many links to related web sites And MUCH more! ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT WEBSITEwww.ashlandathletics.org

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