WELCOME

1. WELCOME WAUKESHA WEST HIGH SCHOOL HOME OF THE WOLVERINES

2. The Administrative Team • Melissa Thompson, Principal • Michelle Ferris, Assistant Principal • Mitchell Weber, Assistant Principal • Todd Hencsik, Asst.Principal/ Activities Director

3. Our Counselors Jo Weyrauch A-J Jane Barry K-S Stacy Valcq T-Z Student Services Team Kelly Bratz, School Social Worker Cherie Frey, School Psychologist

4. VISION STATEMENT Waukesha West High School, participating with parents and the community, shall foster a school of competent learners by expecting excellence in teaching and learning, that recognizes the role of the humanities and the arts, in providing a rigorous and relevant curriculum, and which prepares all students to function as effective citizens in an increasingly diverse and competitive global environment

5. PARENTS, May we introduce you to the 21st Century!! http://www.teachertube.com/view_video.php?viewkey=fc5b61a7573431d43fee

6. Our Mission: To challenge minds, foster compassion, and pursue excellence.

7. Course Selection as a Key to Future Success… How to Maximize the High School Experience

8. MATHEMATICS: Readiness for College Algebra Part II: Measuring College Readiness Part I Part III

9. SCIENCE: Readiness for College Biology Part II: Measuring College Readiness Part I Part III

10. “TO AP OR NOT TO AP: THAT IS THE QUESTION” Factors to consider when selecting an AP class: • Standardized test results • Past performance in the subject area • Student interest in the subject • Time commitment • Ability to balance academic workload and outside activities

11. What are the benefits of taking an AP Class? • Study subjects in greater depth and detail • More demanding and challenging • Establish a transcript which indicates a rigorous course of study • Possibly earn credits or advanced placement in college

12. Prepare Now to Succeed in College A 1999 U.S. Department of Education study found that the strongest predictor of college graduation is something students do before they ever go to college: Participate in rigorous, college-level courses in high school—and AP courses in particular. Clifford Adelman, Answers in the Tool Box: Academic Intensity, Attendance Patterns, and Bachelor’s Degree Attainment (1999), U.S. Department of Education.

13. AP and College Success™ Students who take AP courses and exams are much more likely than their peers to complete a bachelor’s degree in four years or less. Source: Camara, Wayne (2003). College Persistence, Graduation, and Remediation. College Board Research Notes (RN-19). New York, NY: College Board.

14. ACADEMIC FOCUS DAYWednesday, October 14, 2009 • To increase students’ academic performance through a continued delivery system of standardized testing from grades 9 – 11. • Grade 9 – EXPLORE • Grade 10 – PLAN • Grade 11 – PSAT • Grade 12 – Senior meeting

15. Graduation Requirements for the Class of 2013 • Subject credits • Social Studies 3.5 • English 4.0 • Mathematics 3.0 • Science 3.0 • Physical education 1.5 • Health .5 • Electives9.5 • Total 25

16. 4 units 3 units 3 units 3 units 4 units 17 units English Social Studies Mathematics Natural Sciences Other Academics* *(Foreign Lang, Fine Arts, Computer Science) College and University Entrance Requirements

17. Foreign Language Requirement The following schools require a MINIMUM of two years of a single foreign language : UW-Madison UW-Eau Claire ( recommended by other colleges! )

18. Admission Policies Wisconsin Technical Colleges Graduation from Waukesha high schools will meet entrance requirements for all Wisconsin technical colleges Military All branches of the military require high school graduation for consideration for enlisting

19. Athletics Fall Sports • Men’s Cross Country • Women’s Cross Country • Football • Men’s Soccer • Women’s Swimming • Women’s Tennis • Men’s Volleyball • Women’s Volleyball • Women’s Golf • Ski Team • Rugby

20. FBLA FHA/HERO Foreign Language Clubs Forensics Intramural Sports Junior Board Pom and Dance Team Senior Board National Honor Society SADD Student Council Academic Decathlon Cheerleading Close-up DECA The Unity Project Drama Activities

21. fine arts Music – Vocal, Instrumental, Marching Band Art – Ceramics, Jewelry, Drawing & Painting, Fine Art Photography Drama – Plays, Musical, One-Act Play

22. Daily Schedule First Bell 7:15 am 1st Period 7:20-8:07 am 2nd Period 8:12-8:59 am 3rd Period 9:04-9:55 am 4th Period 10:00-10:47 am LUNCH A 10:47-11:17 am 5A Period 10:52-11:39 am 5B Period 11:22-12:09 pm LUNCH B 11:39-12:09 pm 6A Period 11:44-12:31 pm 6B Period 12:14-1:01 pm LUNCH C 12:31-1:01 pm 7th Period 1:06-1:53 pm 8th Period 1:58-2:45 pm

23. Student Expectations • Academic Honesty • Appropriate Dress • Attendance • Respecting Others and School Environment

24. ACADEMIC SUPPORTSERVICES MATH TUTORS WRITING LAB – DURING SCHOOL EXTENDED MEDIA CENTER HOURS TRY PROGRAM LD, CD, EBD AND HEARING IMPAIRED RESOURCES

25. Keeping in Touch: Our Web Site Please visit our web site: www.waukeshawest.org For information about: • coming events • important news • student assignments • Department information • Guidance and scholarships • Career information and links

26. KEEPING IN TOUCH THROUGHWEBGRADER PARENTS CAN CHECK: Assignments Grades E-Mail Student’s Teachers

27. Coming Events • TBA Freshmen Orientation and Dance • August 18th & 19th Registration • TBA Open House • September 1st School begins • September 18th Homecoming Game • September 19th Homecoming Dance

28. Students Set clear goals Get organized Set aside study time Get help when you need it Join extracurricular activities Parents Be interested Discuss classes and listen to your child Offer to help Monitor activities and jobs Hold your child accountable It’s Your Future!Get Involved!

29. 9 10 11 12 2009 – 2010SCHOOL DISTRICT OF WAUKESHA High School Course Selection Sheet Due by February 16, 2009 Name _______________, _____________ ID# ____________ ( Last) ( First) Address___________________________ D.O.B. __________ City ___________________________ Zip ____________ Parent/Guardian ___________________ Home Phone ______ Work Phone _______ Cell Phone ________ Middle School: BMS CMS HMS Other ___________ ( circle )

30. COURSE SELECTIONSA MINIMUM OF SIX (6) CLASSES IS REQUIREDDUE BY MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH! 5018/5020 1.English/AP Prep English 1430 2. US History 9 or 1424/1470Intro to AP/Anc. Cultures ____ 3. Math 1310/ 1312/ 4. Earth Science/ Biology 1318 AP Prep Biology 1208 / 1210 5. Phy Ed / Health ____ 6. Elective ____ 7. Elective ____ 8. Elective

31. iQ ACADEMY Students may elect to take one iQ Academy course per semester as part of their eight period school day. Requests for iQ classes need to be submitted by February 16th using the appropriate iQ form. These forms are available in the Guidance Office. Further information about iQ and available classes can be found at: www.iqacademywi.com

32. YOU’RE ALMOST DONE!! • Select your alternative courses CAREFULLY!! • Be ACCURATE with course numbers. • Parent signature is REQUIRED. • Course selection sheets due back to your teacher by MON., FEBRUARY 16TH.

33. At this time… • Please feel free to use your map and go visit with teachers from each department here this evening. • Thanks for coming!