1. WILLIAM H. HALL HIGH SCHOOL Incoming 9 th grade Parent Meeting CLASS of 2018 January 29, 2014

2. Administration Mr. Dan Zittoun - Principal Mrs. Donna Namnoum - Assistant Principal A-F Ms. Shelley Solomon - Assistant Principal G-N Mr. Andrew Clapsaddle - Assistant Principal O-Z

3. Department Supervisors Mr. Steven Armstrong - Social Studies Mrs. Rosemarie Bonner – Health & Physical Education Mrs. Catherine Buchholz - English Mrs. Lucy Cartland - World Languages Mr. Brian Cohen - Career & Technical Education Mr. Tor Fiske – School Counseling Mr. Andy Mayo - Music & Theatre Arts

4. Department Supervisors Ms. Pamela Murphy - Visual Arts Mrs. Betty Remigino-Knapp – Athletic Director Mr. Mike Rollins - Science Mrs. Mary-Ann Sullivan – Pupil Services Mrs. Patricia Susla - Math Mrs. Jeri Van Leer – Library/Media

6. Mission Statement Hall High School prepares all students to be educated, responsible citizens who contribute collaboratively, independently, and innovatively to a dynamic global community.

7. Core Values and Beliefs High Expectations Collaborative, Independent and Innovative Learners Dynamic and Varied Instruction Relevant Curriculum Cultivation of a Compassionate and Engaged Community Cultivation of Students’ Interests, Strengths and Abilities A Safe and Well-Maintained Environment

8. Hall’s Learning Expectations  Problem Solving: Critical Thinking, Innovation, Adaptability  Communication: Writing, Reading, Speaking  Technology: Publishing, Data Analysis, Multimedia Presentation  Habits of Mind: Self-assessment, Time Management, Improvement, Effort  Civic And Social: Informed, Engaged, Responsible, Respectful Citizens

9. Graduation Requirements 21.75 credits DepartmentCredits Required English4.0 Math3.0 Science 1.0 – Physical Science 1.0 – Life Science 2.0 Social Studies - 1.0 – Modern World History - 1.0 - US History - 0.5 – American Government 3.0 Arts and/or Career & Technical Ed1.0 Physical Education & Health1.75 Electives7.0 Total21.75

10. Communication Website - http://whpshall.sharpschool.net/http://whpshall.sharpschool.net/ Blackboard Connect E-mail (preferred) Voice mail Powerschool – Parent Portal Twitter (@WHallhigh) PTO newsletter (quarterly) Parent Conferences

11. Bell Schedule DAILY - 2:15 pm (47 min) Per 1 …… 7:30 - 8:17 Per 2.....8:21 - 9:08 Per 3.....9:12 -10:03 Per 4... 10:07 -10:53 Per 5... 10:57 -11:43 Per 6.... 11:47 -12:34 Per 7....12:38 - 1:24 Per 8.....1:28 - 2:15 WEDS – 12:48 pm (36 min) Per 1....7:30 - 8:06 Per 2....8:10 - 8:46 Per 3....8:50 - 9:28 Per 4... 9:32 - 10:08 Per 5...10:12 -10:48 Per 6...10:52 -11:28 Per 7...11:32 -12:08 Per 8...12:12 -12:48 WEDS (ADVISORY) 12:48 pm (33 min) Per 1....7:30 - 8:03 Per 2....8:07 - 8:40 Advisory....8:44 - 9:04 Per 3....9:08 - 9:41 Per 4....9:45 - 10:18 Per 5 ….10:22 - 10:55 Per 6 ….10:59 - 11:32 Per 7 ….11:36 - 12:10 Per 8 ….12:14 - 12:48

12. Schedules Levels of instruction AP/Honors/Standard Students may move up or down a level through teacher recommendation or family override process.

13. Sample Schedules PeriodCourse 1Algebra 2Spanish 3 3Modern World History 4Earth Science Honors 5Lunch 6PE (3 days) /Study Hall (2 days) 7English 9 8Elective (Art, CTE, Music)

14. School Counseling Role of the School Counselor Counselor assignments Middle - High School Transition Academic Personal/Social Extra-curricular involvement Balance/perspective/engagement/independence Orientation Programs "A Day in the Life" - Spring 2014 Student Orientation - Link Crew Fall 2014 Student/Parent Orientation - Fall 2014

15. School Counseling Program Overview Gr.9 - transition/early career exploration Gr. 10 - personality and interest inventory/extended career exploration Gr. 11 - Junior Workshop series Gr. 12 - Senior Workshop and application Naviance technology Personal development; college and career readiness

16. Pupil Services Special Education Special Needs Resource Classes Co-Taught Classes Content Support Related Services Speech & Language Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Counseling

17. BUSINESS & FINANCE  Problem Solving through Technology & Communication  2 computer labs, iPad cart and marketing & finance simulations Career & Technology Education

18. FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES Authentic Pre-School, Culinary Lab and Medical Internships *UCONN ECE Course: Individual & Family Development Career & Technology Education

19. TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING Technology, Creativity, Innovation and the Development of 21 st Century Skills *3-D Printers, Video & Photography Studios Career & Technology Education

20. English – Grade 9 English 9 Honors and English 9 New and exciting curriculum: more reading, more writing, nonfiction The Odyssey: Unit 1 - Setting Out: Motives for Journeys Unit 2 - Voices from the Road: Evaluating the Journey’s Effect Unit 3 - Language of Others and Self Unit 4 - Wisdom Gained and Shared

21. English Standard and Honors Levels: Same curriculum map, priority standards and essential questions. Placement Decisions: Teachers consider Class grades Standardized test scores Performance on curriculum based performance tasks and assessments Practice of consistent and independent completion of homework Practice of independent reading Willingness to take on literacy tasks of increased complexity

22. English Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12 English 10 Honors English 10 Standard American Studies Honors American Studies Standard Sophomore Pre-AP AP English – Language & Composition Modern American Literature British Literature World Literature Junior Pre-AP AP English – Literature 21 st Century Literature (ECE-UConn) Women’s Studies Writing Creative Writing (.5 credits) Journalism (.5 credits)

23. Mathematics – Grade 9 Algebra II (L1) – completed Honors Geometry (L1) Honors Geometry (L1) – completed Honors Algebra I (L1) or Algebra I (L2) Geometry (L2) – completed Honors Algebra I (L1) or Algebra I (L2) Algebra 1 (L2) - completed Grade 8 Standard Math Algebra I (L3) – completed Grade 8 Standard Math

24. Grade 9Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12 Algebra I (L2)Geometry (L2)Algebra II (L2) Precalculus, AP Statistics, AP Computer Science, Discrete Math, Prob. & Stats., Trigonometry Algebra 1 (L3)Geometry (L3)Algebra II (L3) Discrete Math, Prob. & Stats., Trigonometry Honors Geometry (L1) Honors Algebra II (L1) Honors Precalculus (L1) AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Statistics Geometry (L2)Algebra II (L2)Precalculus AP Calculus AB, AP Statistics, AP Computer Science Algebra II (L1)Honors Precalculus (L1) AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC AP Statistics, AP Computer Science, College-level mathematics course at certain local colleges/universities

25. Music & Theater Arts Band - Freshman Band Choir - Freshman Men’s Choir, Treble Choir Orchestra – Concert Orchestra

26. Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra, Choirs Recommendation/Audition Guitar I & Guitar II After School Clubs - A Cafella, Voce de Coeli Music & Theater Arts

27. Select Ensembles Honors level, during the day, by audition  Concert Jazz Band  Choraliers  I Giovanni Solisti

28. Acting I, Acting II, Specialized Performance Studies Productions throughout the year Rehearsals after school Music & Theater Arts

29. Physical Education & Health Grade 9 - Required Foundational Course (3x week) Living a Healthy and Balanced Life

30. Physical Education & Health Upper Level Options Standard Course Leadership PE Strategies Wellness Community Resources Technology

31. Science – Grade 9 Grade 9 Science Course Choices: A. Applied Earth Science B. Standard Earth Science C. Honors Earth Science Differences between the three courses – reading level, abstraction, “transfer,” math, depth, rate.

32. Science Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12 AP BiologyAP Chemistry Chemistry Conceptual Chemistry Environmental Science Marine Science Science Research and Applications AP Physics 1 AP Physics 1 & 2 Physics Conceptual Physics AP Environmental Science Environmental Science Marine Science Conceptual Chemistry Science Investigational Skills Science Research and Applications Biology Honors Biology

33. Social Studies – Grade 9 Modern World History Unleveled course Recommendation to take during school year (as opposed to summer school). More time for non-fiction reading, writing, research skills

34. Social Studies Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12 US HistoryHuman Rights American Gov’t AP American Gov’t Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, History of Modern Warfare, Classical Studies, Contemporary Issues, Human Rights, Global Problem Solving American Studies American Gov’t/Elective AP American Gov’t/Elective AP Modern European History AP US History AP American Gov’t AP European History, AP Psychology, AP Macroeconomics, AP American Gov’t All students must take American Government and US History.

35. World Language Completion of middle school program equals one credit Colleges look for a long and strong sequence in one language. Performance-based learning Technology integrated instruction Advanced standing one-two years based middle school performance & teacher recommendation Students are encouraged to begin a second language at any time

36. World Language LanguageLevels (blue indicates typical grade 9 course) Chinese1,2,3,3H,4,4H, AP French1,2,3,3H,4,4H,5,5H,6,AP Language Greek1,2 Latin1,2,2H,3-4,3-4H, Spanish1,2,3,3H,4,4H,5,5H,6, AP Language, AP Literature

37. Visual Arts Through the Visual Arts “building blocks” called the Elements and Principles of Art you will explore: Making Art ( using a wide variety of materials) Talking about Art ( Aesthetics) How to speak about and critique art ( criticism) Art History: origins and influences related to art (art history)

38. Grade 9 course options: Ceramics Drawing Painting Sculpture Survey of Visual Arts Visual Arts

39. Extra-Curricular Opportunities Sports Some may have try-outs prior to beginning of season – more information available on the website Clubs Can’t find one that you like, create one! Activities Community Service

40. Sports - Girls FallWinterSpring Field HockeyBasketballTennis Swimming & DivingGymnasticsSoftball Cross CountryIndoor TrackGolf Cheerleading Lacrosse VolleyballIce HockeyTrack

41. Sports - Boys FallWinterSpring FootballBasketballTennis SoccerSwimming & DivingBaseball Cross CountryIndoor TrackGolf WrestlingLacrosse Ice HockeyTrack Volleyball

42. Clubs & Activities A Cafella Action Club AIDS Awareness Anime Art Club Asian Cultural Club Badminton Club Breast Cancer Awareness Club Careers in Health Care Chemistry Club Chem-4-Kids Chess Club Circle of Friends Class Leadership Board Close-Up Community Service Club (CSC) CT Youth Forum Cross Age Connection Empty Bowls Environmental Awareness Ethnic Dance Club Future Business Leaders of America Gay/Straight Alliance

43. Clubs & Activities Hall High Democrats Hall High Republicans Hallmarks Health Nuts Highlights Human Rights Coalition Improv Club J.E.T.S. Jazz Dancers Jewish Student Union K-pop Club Link Crew Math Team Movie Club Mock Trial Team Model U.N. Multicultural Club Student Association Technology 3000 The Answer Yellow Ribbon Foundation Whistling Club Video Club (Be the Media) Y.E.S. Club

44. Transition Timeline – King Phillip Day/DateTimeEvent/Happening Monday, January 13 school dayHigh school counselors will meet with students to review the course selection book, Program of Studies, by team. Tuesday, January 14 school dayStudents will attend presentations by Career/Technical Education, Music, Art, Performing Arts, and World Language department supervisors regarding elective courses. February 2014 school dayKP school counselors will assist students in making course requests. March 2014 A list of your child’s course recommendations and course selections will be mailed home to parents/guardians. Monday, May 12 8:30 – 9:30 am “Meet the Principal Coffee” – Parents are invited to meet Mr. Dan Zittoun, Principal and Mr. Tor Fiske, School Counseling Department Supervisor. Current Hall students will be in attendance to discuss the middle school/high school transition, student life at Hall, and engage in a Q & A session. TBD Spring 2014 Each team from KP will spend a morning at Hall. The visit will include a tour, a panel discussion, introductions to teachers and current 9 th grade students, coaches, club advisors, school counselors, and administrators.

45. Transition Timeline - Bristow Day/DateTimeEvent/Happening Friday, January 24 school dayHigh school counselors will meet with students to review the course selection book, Program of Studies, by team. Monday, January 27 school dayStudents will attend presentations by Career/Technical Education, Music, Art, Performing Arts, and World Language department supervisors regarding elective courses. February 2014 school dayBristow school counselors will meet with each of their students to finalize their course requests. March 2014 A list of your child’s course recommendations and course selections will be mailed home to parents/guardians. Monday, May 6 8:30 – 9:30 am “Meet the Principal Coffee” – Parents are invited to meet Mr. Dan Zittoun, Principal of Hall, Mr. Julio Duarte, Principal of Conard, and Mr. Tor Fiske, School Counseling Department Supervisor. Current Hall students will be in attendance to discuss the middle school/high school transition, student life at Hall, and engage in a Q & A session. TBD Spring 2014 Each team from KP will spend a morning at Hall. The visit will include a tour, a panel discussion, introductions to teachers and current 9 th grade students, coaches, club advisors, school counselors, and administrators.

46. Transition Timeline Grade 9 Student Orientation – Link Crew Program Monday, August 25, 2014 8:00 am – 12:00 pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Grade 9 Student/Parent Orientation Tuesday, August 26, 2014 8:00 am – 12:30 pm

47. Thank you for attending Administrators and Department Supervisors are available in the Lobby to answer any questions you may have. Remember to stay involved, join the PTO, check PowerSchool, Website, Ask Questions Together we can make this an amazing four years!!!!!