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KE KEY Y WE WEST ST HIGH IGH Welcome to SCHOOL HOOL WHERE WE ARE COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE! Freshmen/New P .R .R.I .I.D.E .D.E. Student Orientation Principal Amber Archer Acevedo

YOU ARE A PART OF SOMETHING GREAT… KEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL VIDEO

OUR GOAL HELP YOU TO BE THE BEST YOU CAN BE! Mis ission sion St Statemen tement To empower all students to maximize their potential and prepare them with the skills and experiences necessary to be college or career ready and to develop those character traits that will enable them to be productive members of society.

THE TEAM Assistan stant t Princip ncipal als Guida danc nce e counsel nselors ors  Mr.  . Dave Perkin kins Senior or Counselor elor – Mrs. Vicki Cooper per  Mr.  . Chris s Valdez ez Junior or Counse selor lor – Mrs. Wanda Spence cer   Mrs. Soph phomor omore e Counselor lor – Ms. Linda Misser sert s. Tara White tehea head  Freshmen n Counse selor lor – Mrs. Liv Sorli li Athletic letic Director ector  Mrs. s. Sarah Eckert ert SUPP PPORT RT Activiti vities es Director ector  ELL Liaison son – TBA BA  Mrs.  s. Stacy y Saunde ders rs CAPS Counselor lor – Mrs. Lydia a Estenoz noz  TSIC – Mrs. Lindse sey Moore re  SRO – Officer cer Del Cid  Staffi fing ng Speci cialis list – Ms. Erika MacWill illiams iams  Lifesk skil ills ls Counselor elor – Mrs. Tiffany Louchez hez  Peer Mentors and KWH’s Transition Team ___________________________The Bottom Line________________________ We are here to help develop the whole child.

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RESPECT RESPONSIBILITY  Treat others the way you want to be  Be on time and prepared for class. treated, with courtesy and kindness.  Follow directions.  Use appropriate language.  Complete assignments and homework on time.  Actively listen to others.  Be in control of your own actions and do the  Use good manners. right thing.  Respect the property of the school and  Keep the campus clean. others. DETERMINATION DEDICATION  Stay focused and work hard to accomplish your  Always give your best effort. goals.  Be in class each day.  Persevere – never give up.  Follow through on your commitments.  Believe in yourself and do your best.  Help others and your school to be successful.  Ask questions and ask for help when you need it.  Bring it, want it, earn it. ___________________________The Bottom Line________________________ You have a role in creating a positive school community.

BE HERE We will foster a classroom culture where students want to be engaged. We will recognize students who attend regularly. We will be here to actively listen to students, parents and community members. Expectations for Students Expectations for Parents You are present and on time to Ensure your child attends school • • class; tardiness = consequences daily. You are ready to listen In case of an absence, provide a • • You are ready to learn. WRITTEN note within 2 days when • You are ready to work hard on your child returns to school from an • every task assigned. absence. You are responding with a positive Check attendance through FOCUS • • attitude. ___________________________The Bottom Line________________________ Together, we create a culture of excellence.

BE RESPONSIBLE We will clearly communicate with our students, parents, and community members. We will follow the school policies as well as the behavior plan for ALL students. We will work with families to reinforce appropriate behavior. Expectations for Students Expectations for Parents You put electronics away when Teacher your child to be • • entering a classroom. responsible for his/her own actions. You do not use headphones and Be responsive to the concerns that • • earbuds on campus. the school shares about your child. You follow the dress code. Encourage your child to do his/her • • You act appropriately in class and best everyday. • on campus. Support the schools policies and • You take responsibility for your procedures. • actions. ___________________________The Bottom Line________________________ Together, we create a culture of excellence.

BE RESPECTFUL We will acknowledge and reinforce appropriate student behavior. We will maintain professionalism when interacting with all school stakeholders. We will actively listen to concerns brought forth by all stakeholders. We will build positive relationships students and their families. Expectations for Students Expectations for Parents You will talk appropriately in the Provide an environment that • • classroom. encourages the respect of the You will respect each person’s school, staff, teachers, and • right to be who they want to be. students. You will clean up after yourself in • the lunchroom and any where on school grounds. You will respect the law, rules and • school authority. ___________________________The Bottom Line________________________ Together, we create a culture of excellence.

BE SAFE We will define and model student behavioral expectations and school rules. We will implement policies and procedures that create a safe environment. We will actively supervise students at all times. Expectations for Students Expectations for Parents I will cooperate with school staff Follow school policies and • • to maintain safety and order procedures. within the school. Always check in at the office when • I will report any suspicious on campus or picking up your child • activity that I may see in person during the day. or on social media. Discuss with your child the • See Something, Say Something importance of following the polices • and procedures of the school. Text Tips 305-432-3311 ___________________________The Bottom Line________________________ Together, we create a culture of excellence.

INFO TO KNOW Student Activities Student Handbook/Planner Over 40 clubs on is your guide to knowing the campus…. school policies and staying Get Involved! organized. Monitor Progress Check Focus for Open House Lockers are student’s grades $5.00 to rent for September 6 th and attendance the year. Athletics No food may be delivered. No off Seminar for ALL athletes and parents on August 21 st campus lunch for 9-10 graders. at 7pm in the Auditorium. ________________________The Bottom Line________________________ Stay informed.

Comm Co mmunic icati tion FOR PARENTS: FOR STUDENTS: FOCUS ONLINE GRADEBOOK DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS IN PROVIDE EMAIL TO RECEIVE THE WEEKLY HOMEROOM NEWSLETTER ANNOUNCEMENT BOARD BY EMAIL OR CALL TEACHERS, COUNSELORS, THE FRONT OFFICE ENTRANCE ADMINISTRATORS REMIND 101 TEXT ALERTS CONNECT ED PHONE CALLS MARQUEE Like our Facebook page: Key West High School Athletics SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL and Student Activities VOLUNTEER Visit our website: www.keysschools.com/kwhs ________________________The Bottom Line________________________ Stay informed.

Co Comm mmunic icati tion Remind 101 Text Alerts KWHS Info Type the following link in your internet Push Notifications browser: rmd.at/kwhs-info @kwhs-info to 81010 Text-only Notifications Class of 2022 rmd.at/conchs2022 Push Notifications @conchs2022 to 81010 Text-only Notifications ________________________The Bottom Line________________________ Stay informed.

KEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL There are academics, clubs, athletics, fine arts, vocational classes – support and guidance. All the things you need to reach your goals. You are now a part of something great – the Conch Community! Peer Mentors are around campus to answer questions or walk your schedule. Feel free to ask them for help. _______________________The Bottom Line________________________ Give your best and you will get the best!