Freshman Academy

As the twig is bent, so is the tree inclined

The Goals of the Kenton County School District

All students will perform at or above grade level in numeracy and literacy at each transition point.

All ‘professional practices' will be based on a common understanding  of quality instruction and best practice for every student, in every classroom, every day.

Beginning in the fourth grade, all students will participate in at least one  activity providing a meaningful connection to school beyond the regular classroom each year.

                     

Freshman Academy GoalsEase transition between Middle School and

High SchoolImprove promotion rates to Sophomore StatusBuild a “CORE FOUNDATION” in Academics,

Attendance, Social Growth and Development, and School Involvement

Enhance Communication between Staff, Administration, Parents, and Students

Develop an individual Graduation Plan Explore post-secondary options

Easing TransitionThe transition from Middle School to High

School is a more difficult transition for students than the transition from Elementary

to Middle School.

A Plan Unique to ScottIn order to help your student make a successful

transition from Middle School to High School, we have developed a new schedule model to meet the unique needs of this age student.

Students will be in their CORE classes all year.

CORE classes will be about 45 minutes long.Class sizes are expected to be smaller than

the Upper High School Classes.Academy teachers are expected to be familiar

with all available data relevant to your students’ success.

Debbie LowryBachelor's in Elementary Education with Math

Endorsement Grades 9-12 Master's in education Currently working with the Gates Foundation on

incorporating innovative math techniques and technology in the classroom.

SBDM committee member

Michele JonesBachelor of Arts in English from University of Cincinnati,

Cincinnati, OhioBachelor of Science in Education  University of Cincinnati,

Cincinnati, OhioMaster in Education in Supervision & Curriculum from

Miami University, Oxford, OhioPublishing a literary magazine, From the Class with No

Door, through Writing Club I published a personal narrative entitled "The Last Wisteria

Blossom," a poem entitled "Where I Am From," and a feature article entitled, "Where U.S. 52 Leads to Mecca" in the Northern Kentucky Writing Project

Brandon GriffithB.A. Thomas More College (Education/Social

Studies '04) Masters in Education from Xavier University

(Special Education '10) Golf Coach USTA Certified tennis coach Published - Northern Kentucky Heritage

Magazine 'John Hunt Morgan - The Rebel Raider' (2004)

Paul KruslingBachelor Arts Biology Thomas More College

1995Masters Education College of Mount Saint

Joseph 2004 Adjunct Research Associate, Cincinnati

Museum Center, Geier Research and Collections Center 1981 - Present

 Field Biologist, Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Current Project: A Turtle Survey of Ohio 2007 - Present

Judy GammonBachelors of Science from Northern

Kentucky UniversityLicking River Watershed WatchSierra ClubField Biologist, Ohio Department of Natural

Resources, Current Project: A Turtle Survey of Ohio 2007 - Present

Beth PawsatBachelors of Science in education from UK

‘98Masters of Science in education from NKU

‘99Currently working with the Gates

Foundation on incorporating innovative math techniques and technology in the classroom.

Erin MaleyBA in Journalism from NKUMaster's In Education From NKURank I in Administration from NKU

Jeff Trame Bachelors Degree from NKU Masters Degree from Xavier Head Boys Basketball Coach 11 years (1993-

94 - 2003-04), Assistant Volleyball Coach (Past 4 years).

A True TransitionYour Freshman Academy students at Scott

will have the optimum conditions necessary to achieve their CORE credits: English—Math—Science—Social Studies.

They will also experience Upper High School classes for 2 periods each day on a trimester basis. Their Upper High classes will usually be mixed grades, longer periods of time, and a faster pace on the trimester.

They will have a chance to earn 8 credits their 1st year.

SampleTerm 1 Term 2 Term 3

1 English---------------------------------------------------------------------------

2 Math-----------------------------------------------------------------------------

3 Science (Biology)---------------------------------------------------------------

4 Support--------------------------------------------------------------------------

5 Social Studies-------------------------------------------------------------------

6 Intro Computers German 1A German 1B

7 General Art Life Skills CTA: Word Excel

Improving Promotion RatesYour students will need to earn 28 credits in

order to graduate with a Scott High School Diploma.

They can earn 8 during the first year—7.5 during second year—7.5 during 3rd year—and 7.5 during 4th year=30.5.

If a student fails to move to Sophomore status during his 2nd year, it puts that student at risk of dropping out of high school.

Core FoundationYear long CORE classes to increase learning

potentialStrong teacher-student relationships to

promote attendance.Support classes to teach study skills and time

management as well as help students navigate more complex social situations.

Support classes to encourage school involvement.

Enhanced CommunicationYou should receive phone calls or e-mails

each term from your students’ teachers.You can meet with all the CORE teachers at

one time if your student is experiencing difficulty.

Individual Graduation PlansWe will help your student create a

Graduation Plan that meets his or her goals.

Begin with the End in MindThe time to think about your students’

graduation is NOW! The time to think about POST HIGH SCHOOL

options is NOW!

March 25, 2014 will be too late.

Services Available at ScottFRYSCSafety Resource OfficerCounseling CenterCrisis CounselingStudent Assistant TeamDedicated Principal and Counselor Teams to

follow your student until graduationCredit Recovery RTI through WEEKLY Data Analysis

Opportunities Available at ScottPrep AcademyRegional College ConnectionsSchool Based ScholarsDual Credit OpportunitiesGatten AcademyGovernor’s Scholars4 Diploma Options3 World Languages to the AP level

How Can you Help Your Child Succeed?Stay InvolvedSupport our discipline policiesLet your child know that attendance is

importantJoin the EAGLE CLUBReview Grades, attendance, and behavior on-

lineReview your child’s ILPRead the NewslettersLook at the marquee

Know What’s Going OnNewslettersFRAC Web pageCommunity Safe CallsE-MailFacebookTwitterAttend SBDM meetings

They Still Need You12-18 Year Olds:

Neither Child nor AdultTrying to find their own identityStruggle with social interactionsGrapple with moral issuesSeparate from family of origin into members of wider societyWithdraw from responsibilitiesEstablish a philosophy of lifeThink in terms of ideals not reality (substitute ideals for

experience)Strong devotion to friends and causesBASIC STRENGTH: Devotion and Fidelity