Firelands High School Open House Freshman/New Student Parent Meeting
Welcome to Firelands H.S • Introductions -Mr. Maver-Principal -Mrs. Keener- Asst. Principal -Mrs. Zimmer- 9 th /10 th Gr. Students -Miss Cozza- 11 th /12 th Gr. Students
Topics • Schedules • Academic Pathways/ Credits • State Testing • Keys to Success • Reminders
Block Days Wednesday Thursday Professional Connections 7:30-8:15 1 st 7:30 – 9:04 Teacher Tutoring 8:15-9:00 2 nd 9:05-10:40 3 rd 9:09-10:42 4 th 10:44-12:50 5/6/7 th 10:46-12:50 Lunch Periods 10 th 12:55-2:30 7/8/9 th 12:55-2:30
Block Days • Block Days begin 3 rd week-Wednesday, September 12 th • Your M,T,F lunch period does NOT match your block lunch period. • Your 4 th period and 5/6/7 th teachers will inform you of your block lunch period. • Students that ride the bus in the morning will have a study hall in the cafeteria from 7:25 to 8:15. Students that are not assigned to teacher tutoring may remain in the cafeteria study hall until 9:00.
Accomplishments ● The Class of 2018 earned over $2 ● FFA Chapter named an Ohio Gold million in college credits earned and Chapter - up for National scholarship offers. Recognition in October ● Choir and Band earned Superior ● Mr. Moyer earned another $5,000 Rating at State OMEA Contest Grant for the FHS Physics program ● Added AP Art to over 50 hours of ● Cleveland Clinic Banner School possible college credits earned at through the Clinic eXpressions FHS without ever leaving campus program - 2nd Consecutive Year ● Graduation Rate which is one of the ● Community Service through our highest in Lorain County and the various groups including TLC, State of Ohio FFA, Student Council, and our ● Performance Index continues to rise various clubs and Athletic Teams on our EOC State Tests ● Baseball won the first ever District Baseball title last Spring
College & Career Readiness • What is college and career readiness? • Why is it important for all students? • What we need from the students? • What we need from parents? • Goal is successful post-secondary planning.
Academic Pathways • The Ohio Core • College Prep • College Tech Prep • College Credit Plus - CCP • CCP Opportunities at FHS • Lorain County Joint Vocational School
Complete 23 course credits Units Our District’s Course Requirements Required English Language Arts (I,II,III and IV) 4 Credits Mathematics (must include 1 unit of Algebra II) 4 Credits Science (must include Biology) 4 Credits ** Honors Diploma must include Physics & Chemistry Social Studies (World Studies/US 4 Credits History/Government) Health .5 Credit Physical Education .5 Credit Electives ( Honors Diploma=3 years of Foreign 5 Credit Language ) Fine Arts 1 Credit **Refer to ODE website for up-to-date information on Honors Diploma
Vocational Requirements Units Our District’s Course Requirements Required English Language Arts (I,II,III and IV) 4 Credits Mathematics (must include 1 unit of Algebra II) 4 Credits Science (must include Biology) 3 Credits Social Studies (World Studies/US 3 Credits History/Government) Health 1/2 Credit Physical Education 1/2 Credit Vocational Program 6 Credit Elective 1 Credit
College Credit Plus Enroll in college while in high school Earn credits for both Firelands High School has partnered with Lorain Community College to offer college courses both on our campus and at the college.
CCP opportunities at FHS • 1) AP Honors Calculus- Based on AP test results • 2) AP Physics -Based on AP test results • 3) AP Art - AP Portfolio Results • 4) LCCC-College Algebra- 4 college credit hours • 5) LCCC- Precalculus- 3 college credit hours • 6) LCCC-Statistics -3 college hours • 7) LCCC-Personal Finance -3 college hours • 8) LCCC- College Composition I & II- 3 college credit hours each • 9) LCCC-Intro to Great Books/Mythology -3 college hours each • 10) LCCC- Anatomy & Physiology I & II- 4 college credit hours each • 11) LCCC-General, Organic & Biochemistry I & II -4 college hours each • 12) LCCC- United States I & II- 3 college credit hours each • 13) LCCC-American National Government- 3 college credit hours
End of Course Exams 1. English I 5. Biology 2. English II 6. American History 3. Algebra I 7. American 4. Geometry Government
Three Graduation Options (and only three) 18 points on state tests College readiness score on national test Industry certification and a work-readiness score on WorkKeys
Performance Graduation Level Points Advanced 5 Accelerated 4 Proficient 3 Basic 2 Limited 1
4 Earn at least four points in English tests 4 Earn at least four points in math tests 6 Earn at least six points in science and social tests
Retakes
Keys To Success 6. Complete your assignments – get 1. Time Management something out of them 2. Develop Good Study 7. Self-assess each Habits period 3. Set attainable goals 8. Be self-motivated – 4. Focus no excuses 5. Take good notes – 9. Commit to excellence develop your own style 10. Enjoy the HS journey
OneView We encourage parents to: ● Create an account under One View ● Allows you to create and edit student forms one time for your child ● Allows information to be pushed to you through email, text, and voicemail
PowerSchool We encourage parents to: • Check student’s grades on PowerSchool weekly • If your student is not maintaining the expected grades, encourage them to attend teacher tutoring and ask for assistance in FAST. • The use of PowerSchool on a regular basis can help you resolve small deficits before they turn into permanent grades • All interim and final grades are posted on PowerSchool. They will NOT be mailed.
F.A.S.T Period • FALCON ACHIEVEMENT SUCCESS TIME • Mandatory Period - Attendance taken • 30 Minutes Every MON, TUES, FRI. • JUNIOR/SENIOR students can become F.A.S.T. EXEMPT with a 2.5 GPA on track to graduate • SOPHOMORE EXEMPT 2 nd semester and 3.0 GPA • Every student is assigned a F.A.S.T. Class/Teacher • Time for remediation and extra instruction • Must come prepared for F.A.S.T- To Work – Teachers and students work toward success for students
Teacher Tutoring • Every Block Wednesday 8:15-9:00 • Mandatory for students that are not passing classes, have not reached the 18 point threshold, or struggling and assigned by the teacher • Students needing assistance or extra help can choose to attend
• Be Productive • Be Prompt • Be Prepared • Be Positive
Student Discipline COMMON ISSUES 1. TARDINESS/ TRUANCY (Attendance)– to school or class 2. DISREGARD FOR RULES/INSUBORDINATION 3. CLASSROOM DISRUPTION- 4. DRESS CODE- Be dressed appropriately 5. INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR-LANGUAGE 6. ELECTRONIC DEVICES- Not in class w/o teacher approval
Student Discipline DISCIPLINARY ASSIGNMENTS WEEKDAY DISCIPLINARY ASSIGNMENT - WDA- 2 HOUR DETENTION- 2:50-4:50p.m . -WDA’S are assigned thru the Main Office only. Office will send notice of WDA OFFICE DETENTION- given out by Mr. Maver or Mrs. Keener –Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 2:35-3:05pm. TEACHER DETENTION- given out by Teachers-Before or After School- 15min / 30min / 1hour in length – Teachers will give students 24 hours notice prior to detention assignment
Counseling Services The goal of the Firelands Counseling Department is focused on optimal academic, career, social/emotional development of all students through: • Classroom guidance-Naviance, Ohio Means Jobs, Healthy Decision Making • Small group • One-on-one interventions • Consultation
Counseling Services If you need to speak to a counselor, you can schedule an appointment by phone or email. Phone: (440) 965-5335 Diane Zimmer (9 & 10) Jenelle Cozza (11 & 12) Ext 4516 Ext 4517 dzimmer@firelandsschools.org jcozza@firelandsschools.org
Important Dates • Picture Day: Thursday, September 6 th • Block Schedule begins 3 rd week: Wednesday, September 12 th • Homecoming Dance: Saturday, September 22nd (7-10 pm)
Dare to be great • Don’t be afraid to get involved and try new things • Ask Questions – If you don’t ask, it will never get answered or solved • Rely on the staff – Professional, helpful people who will always help you to find answers and give advice • Stay informed – Refer to the following for up-to-the minute information regarding FHS Events • www.firelandsschools.org then click on the high school tab • Email Mrs. Dziat through the website for daily announcements sent to your email address kdziat@firelandsschools.org • Follow Mrs. Keener on Twitter @MrsKeenerFHS • Follow Mr. Maver on Twitter @ FHSFalcnPrin “ The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential... these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence.” - Confucius
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