1. Eastern Center for the Performing Arts
Eastern Regional High School Scheduling Orientation for 8th Grade Students and Parents
Thursday, January 5, 2017
6:30 PM
Eastern Center for the Performing Arts

2. Mr. Robert M. Tull, Jr. Principal
Welcome Class of 2021
“Launching Tomorrow Today”
Mr. Robert M. Tull, Jr.
Principal

3. Introduction We are proud to be an academic high school.
All of our courses meet the Common Core State Standards, prepare you for college or work, and meet NCAA eligibility requirements.

4. Transition from Middle School to High School

5. Time of Change… New courses New place, new faces, new routines
More responsibilities
School work will be more demanding and challenging
Adolescent changes

6. Transition… Ask questions Talk to your counselor
Continue to do well in 8th grade
Attend the Freshman/Parent Night Orientation program in August
Student Alliance Mentor (meet monthly)

7. Know the People Who Can Help You…
Parents/Guardians
9th grade Vice-Principal
Teachers
Guidance Counselors
Student Assistance Counselor (SAC)
Case Managers
Administrators
Nurses
School Resource Officers
Coaches/Teammates
Class & Activity Advisors
Student Mentors

8. Keys to a Successful High School Career
Attend school regularly
Make responsible decisions
Organization/ Time Management
Develop proper study skills
Complete all assignments/homework – after school help
Choose an appropriate peer group
Set goals for yourself

9. Get Involved! Student Activities, Athletics and Arts
27 Clubs and 23 Sports
Opportunities to meet new people with similar values and goals
Take advantage to do better - Academics, Acclimation & Peers

10. Parents Stay involved Guide and advise – not force
Maintain communication
Control pressure

11. Athletic Eligibility All incoming freshmen are eligible
Must pass 15 credits by 1/30/18 (mid-year)
Must pass 30 credits by 9/1/18 (end of freshman year)
Athletic Information and On-Line Registration go to:

12. Supervisor of Teaching and Learning
Academic Levels
Dr. Kristin Borda
Supervisor of Teaching and Learning

13. Academic Levels College Prep Accelerated Honors
Advanced Honors –English Only
Advanced Placement

14. Criteria Complexity of content and pace of instruction
Difficulty and amount of reading material
Abstract reasoning and problem solving skills
Integration of previously learned material
Difficulty and frequency of homework and independent assignments
Level of mastery of course proficiencies

15. Algebra 1 CP
Students will be placed in this course based on eighth grade teacher recommendation and past performances.
Scores on state assessments will also be considered.
A “math lab” will be recommended for additional help during study hall.

16. English 1 CP
Students will be placed in this course based on eighth grade teacher recommendation and past performances.
Scores on state assessments will also be considered.

17. Please Note:
Eighth grade teacher recommendations will play a pivotal role in academic level placement.

18. Guidelines for Special Education Programs and Placements
Dr. Susan Roth
Director of Special Services

19. Special Education Programs
In Class Support
Pull Out Replacement
Life Skills Pull out Replacement
ELA (Eastern Learning Academy)

20. Graduation Requirements and Scheduling Timeline Mr
Graduation Requirements and Scheduling Timeline Mr. Jason Susko Supervisor of Guidance

21. Graduation Requirements
Pass all required New Jersey State Assessments
– PARCC is mandatory!
Earn a total of 120 credits.
Pass the following courses:
4 years of Physical Education/Health
4 years of English
1 year of World History/Cultures
2 years of US History
3 years of Math
3 years of Science
1 year of World Language
1 year of Visual/Performing Arts
1 year of Career/Consumer/Family Life Skills or Vocational
Technical Education
½ year of Financial Literacy
Meet the attendance policy
Complete the Senior Essay

22. A Typical Freshman Schedule…
Period
Subject 1
English 2
Social Studies 3
Math 4
Science 5
World Language 6
Health/PE 7
NJ Required Elective 8
Study Hall (Highly Recommended)

23. Bell Schedule Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Minutes Period/Time 54
7:30 - 8:24
Class 1
Class 2
Class 3
Class 4 53
Period 2
8:30 - 9:23
Period 3
9: :23 30
Lunch A
10: :53
Common Lunch and Learn
Lunch B
10: :23
Period 4
11: :17
Class 5
Class 6
Class 7
Class 8
Period 5
12:23 - 1:16
Period 6
1:22 - 2:15
Drop 4 & 8
Drop 1 & 5
Drop 2 & 6
Drop 3 & 7

24. When selecting a course, ask:
Will the course:
Meet HS graduation requirements?
Provide requisite knowledge for post-high school plans?
Meet college entrance requirements?
Meet NCAA Clearinghouse requirements?

25. College at Eastern!
Dual Credit opportunities through “High School Plus” program
Earn credits towards an Associate Degree while at Eastern through CCC and RCBC
Take an abbreviated schedule senior year to begin college courses through “College Now” program
See the “College at Eastern Handbook”

26. Course Info and Curriculum Handbook
Go to “eccrsd.us” 
Find the “Parents and Students” tab 
Scroll down to “Course Guide” 
Select “Course Selection Handbook” and “College at Eastern Handbook”

27. Eastern Regional Survival Guide
Go to “eccrsd.us.” 
Find the “Parents & Students” tab 
Select “Eastern Survival Guide”
Great information for anyone new to our school!

28. The Scheduling Timeline 2017 Overview
Course Selection Meetings
Voorhees………..February 27th - March 3rd
Berlin ………...………….. March 7th & 8th
Gibbsboro……..………………...March 9th

29. Freshman Transition Program Mr
Freshman Transition Program Mr. Phil Smart Vice Principal, Supervisor of Technology & Student Activities

30. Freshman Transition Program
The Freshman Summer Transition Program is designed to prepare students for the academic, social and personal changes they will experience during high school.  The program focuses on issues that include building healthy relationships, internet/social media safety, self-confidence and self-discipline, sense of belonging in the school environment, understanding post-secondary education and life-long learning, time management, organizational and study skills, team building, decision-making and self-reflection.

31. Two Components to the Program
Summer Freshman/New Student Transition  Camp
Student Alliance/Freshman Seminar

32. Summer Freshman Transition Camp
The purpose of the summer camp is to alleviate the anxiety many students feel as they are about to begin their high school experience.
How will I find my classes?
Will I be able to make new friends?
What are the expectations of high school teachers?
How do I get involved in sports and activities?
What do colleges want to see?

33. Summer Freshman Transition Camp 2017
The camp runs for three days:
August 22, 23 and 24th from 9am to 1pm.  
Our Student Alliance members will get to know our freshman class and lead the freshman in activities and lessons.  During these three days the technology department will deploy iPads to the freshman students.

34. Summer Freshman Transition Camp Registration
Please register for the Summer Transition Camp
Through Family ID
Cost is $50.00
Go to:
Parents & Students – Class of 2021
Please be advised the transportation is not provided

35. Thank you for coming