Freshman transition WELCOME ABS

What did my kid do on Freshman Day?

What Successful Freshmen Do Manage their time well. Make school their first priority. Get involved in school activities Follow school rules.

What parents of successful students do Check online grades frequently Know who their friends are Check planners, homework, etc. Communicate with teachers Attend parent meetings and workshops

Guidance Philosophy Shepard’s guidance Department recognizing the uniqueness of each individual, helps students reach their maximum potential by fostering development of self-awareness, goal setting techniques, problem solving strategies and decision making skills, leading students to responsible life choices. Philosophy

Factors in Placement EXPLORE test Jr. High Teacher Recommendation

Placement of Students English Placement (Based on EXPLORE Reading Score) 17+ Hnr English English 1 14 & below English 1 and Lit Workshop Geography Placement (Based on EXPLORE Reading Score) 17+ Hnr Geography 16 & below Geography Science Placement (Based on EXPLORE Sci Reasoning & Math Score) 18+ Hnr Biology (plus 15+ in Mathematics) Biology (plus 15+ in Mathematics) 14 & below Integrated Science Mathematics Placement 18+ Hnr Algebra Algebra 1 14 & below Algebra 1

4 Years of English ( English 1 – 2 – 3 + Elective Eng.) (Literacy workshop will count as Elective English) 3 Years of Math 2 Years of Science 2.5 Years of Social Studies (Geography, Am. History, Am. Govt.*) * = Sem Course 1 Semester of Economics (Intro to Business.5, Intro to Econ.5, General Economics.5 or Work Prog. 2.0) 6 Semesters of Physical Education 1 Semester of Health (Freshman Year) 1 Semester of Driver Education (Sophomore Year) 2 Years of Selective Electives (Career oriented classes) 5.5 Additional credits in any area Total Credits Needed: Total Credits Needed: 23.50

Preparing for College Required to Graduate Recommended for College English 4 Years Social Studies 2 Years 3 Years Math 3 Years Science 2 Years 3 Years Foreign Languagenone 2 Years

 Cool Place  Homework Help  Testing Center  Reading support- Mrs. Sisk Support for our students

Who said it: “I used to walk into school with my nose buried in a book.” Reading IS Cool!

 Building Literacy Coaches are certified reading specialists who will focus on literacy at the freshmen level. Each building’s Lit Coach will work specifically with Health, English 1 and Geography classes.  The Literacy Coach will team up with the content area teachers to help improve student success in reading and writing. Literacy Coach

 Set a good example; let your student see you read  Talk to your student about your reading – what was interesting?  Build on your student’s interests  Help your student find time for reading  Technology is a great tool for reading How can I help my child be successful in reading and writing in all classes?

“I divide all readers into two classes: those who read to remember and those who read to forget.” --- William Phelps And one more…

Parent Involvement  Music Boosters  Athletic Boosters  Parent Advisory  D218 foundation  Education Committee  Parent liaison support  Parent Workshops

 Takes a community to raise a child approach.  Visit our libraries and parks in the cafeteria.  Please ask us questions!!!  Tech support- skyward  Make it a great year…GO ASTROS! Community/ Questions