WILLIAM H. HALL HIGH SCHOOL

Incoming 9th grade Parent Meeting

CLASS of 2018

January 29, 2014

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

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

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

Mission Statement

Hall High School prepares all students to be educated, responsible citizens who

contribute collaboratively, independently, and innovatively to

a dynamic global community.

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

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

Graduation Requirements 21.75 credits

Department Credits Required

English 4.0

Math 3.0

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 Ed 1.0

Physical Education & Health 1.75

Electives 7.0

Total 21.75

Communication

• Website - http://whpshall.sharpschool.net/

• Blackboard Connect

• E-mail (preferred)

• Voice mail

• Powerschool – Parent Portal

• Twitter (@WHallhigh)

• PTO newsletter (quarterly)

• Parent Conferences

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

Schedules

• Levels of instruction

• AP/Honors/Standard

• Students may move up or down a level through teacher recommendation or family override process.

Sample Schedules

Period Course

1 Algebra

2 Spanish 3

3 Modern World History

4 Earth Science Honors

5 Lunch

6 PE (3 days) /Study Hall (2 days)

7 English 9

8 Elective (Art, CTE, Music)

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

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

Pupil Services

Special Education

• Special Needs

• Resource Classes

• Co-Taught Classes

• Content Support

Related Services

• Speech & Language

• Occupational Therapy

• Physical Therapy

• Counseling

BUSINESS & FINANCE

Problem Solving through Technology &

Communication

2 computer labs, iPad cart and marketing

& finance simulations

Career & Technology Education

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES

• Authentic Pre-School, Culinary Lab and

Medical Internships

*UCONN ECE Course: Individual & Family

Development

Career & Technology Education

TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING

• Technology, Creativity, Innovation and the

Development of 21st Century Skills

*3-D Printers, Video & Photography Studios

Career & Technology Education

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

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

English

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 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

21st Century Literature

(ECE-UConn)

Women’s Studies

Writing

Creative Writing (.5 credits)

Journalism (.5 credits)

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

Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 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

Music & Theater Arts

• Band - Freshman Band

• Choir - Freshman Men’s Choir, Treble Choir

• Orchestra – Concert Orchestra

• Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra, Choirs

• Recommendation/Audition

• Guitar I & Guitar II

• After School Clubs - A Cafella, Voce de Coeli

Music & Theater Arts

Music & Theater Arts

Select EnsemblesHonors level, during the day, by audition

Concert Jazz Band

Choraliers

I Giovanni Solisti

• Acting I, Acting II, Specialized Performance Studies

• Productions throughout the year• Rehearsals after school

Music & Theater Arts

Physical Education & Health

Grade 9 - Required Foundational Course (3x week)

Living a Healthy and Balanced Life

Physical Education & Health

Upper Level Options

Standard Course Leadership

PE Strategies Wellness

Community Resources Technology

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.

Science

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

AP Biology AP 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

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

Social Studies

Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

US History Human 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.

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

World Language

Language Levels (blue indicates typical grade 9

course)

Chinese 1,2,3,3H,4,4H, AP

French 1,2,3,3H,4,4H,5,5H,6,AP Language

Greek 1,2

Latin 1,2,2H,3-4,3-4H,

Spanish 1,2,3,3H,4,4H,5,5H,6, AP Language, AP

Literature

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)

Grade 9 course options:

• Ceramics

• Drawing

• Painting

• Sculpture

• Survey of Visual Arts

Visual Arts

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

Sports - Girls

Fall Winter Spring

Field Hockey Basketball Tennis

Swimming & Diving Gymnastics Softball

Cross Country Indoor Track Golf

Cheerleading Cheerleading Lacrosse

Volleyball Ice Hockey Track

Sports - Boys

Fall Winter Spring

Football Basketball Tennis

Soccer Swimming & Diving Baseball

Cross Country Indoor Track Golf

Wrestling Lacrosse

Ice Hockey Track

Volleyball

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

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

Transition Timeline – King Phillip

Day/Date Time Event/Happening

Monday,

January 13

school day High school counselors will meet with students to review the course selection book, Program of Studies, by team.

Tuesday, January 14

school day Students will attend presentations by Career/Technical Education,

Music, Art, Performing Arts, and World Language department supervisors regarding elective courses.

February 2014

school day KP 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 9th

grade students, coaches, club advisors, school counselors, and administrators.

Transition Timeline - Bristow

Day/Date Time Event/Happening

Friday,

January 24

school day High school counselors will meet with students to review the course selection book, Program of Studies, by team.

Monday, January 27

school day Students will attend presentations by Career/Technical Education,

Music, Art, Performing Arts, and World Language department supervisors regarding elective courses.

February 2014

school day Bristow 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 9th

grade students, coaches, club advisors, school counselors, and administrators.

Transition Timeline

Grade 9 Student Orientation – Link Crew Program

Monday, August 25, 2014

8:00 am – 12:00 pm

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Grade 9 Student/Parent Orientation

Tuesday, August 26, 2014

8:00 am – 12:30 pm

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!!!!!