1. Upper School Back-to-School Night August 19, 2014

2. Tonights Agenda 5:30 6:25 PM Meet the Boosters Athletics Department Info Department of Academic Programs and Student Affairs Overview College Counseling Overview 6:25 7:15 PM A day in the life an opportunity to meet your students teachers 3. Meet the Administration Head of School Jeremiah Hakundy jeremiah.hakundy@basispeoria.org Head of Operations Mark Allen mark.allen@basispeoria.org Director of Academic Programs Gwen Ventimiglia gwen.ventimiglia@basispeoria.org Director of Student Affairs Deborah Youssef deborah.youssef@basispeoria.org College Counselor Eric Throne eric.throne@basispeoria.org 4. Department of Academic Programs Gwen Ventimiglia Director of Academic Programs BASIS Peoria Gwen.Ventimiglia@basispeoria.org 5. What to expect in the 8th Grade 1st AP Exam AP World History Economics Math (minimum of Algebra II) Biology 8 or LEAP Biology Chemistry 8 or LEAP Chemistry Physics 8 Foreign Language 8 AM or PM Elective Pre-Comprehensive Exams (30% of T2 grade) Comprehensive Exams (50% of final grade) May attend college visits if it does not occur during a class. 6. What to Expect in the 9th Grade AP US Government Honors Language Honors Literature Math (minimum of Pre-Calculus) Honors Science Foreign Language I AM or PM Elective May attend college visits 7. What to Expect in the 10th Grade AP European History AP Science (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics) Honors Science Foreign Language II Math (minimum of Pre-Calculus B) AP Literature or AP Language AM or PM Elective May attend college visits 8. What to Expect in the 11th Grade AP U.S. History Math (minimum of Calculus AB) AP Literature, AP Language, or Post-AP English course Foreign Language III AP Science Honors Science AM or PM Elective May attend as many college visits as they choose, per teacher approval 9. AP Courses, Post-Aps, or Capstone Courses** Senior Project*** College Counseling May attend as many college visits as they choose, per teacher approval ** The number of AP Courses, post-AP Courses and capstone courses a senior completes, will vary depending on his/her BASIS graduation requirements. *** Pending approval, students will begin the Senior Project in Trimester 3 What to Expect in the 12th Grade 10. Department of Student Affairs Deborah Youssef Director of Student Affairs BASIS Peoria Deborah.Youssef@basispeoria.org 11. Early Bird begins at 7:00 AM. ALL student entering the west (back) door for Period 1 before 8:10 must check-in with Early Bird Staff before going into MPR. This includes all students attending teacher hours, peer tutoring, extra- curricular activities, and club meetings. Late Bird begins at 2:45 and 3:45 PM. All students outside in the courtyard and perimeter of the school campus must come into the building and sign-in by 2:55 (1st dismissal) and 3:55 (2nd dismissal). They are considered drop-ins if they remain at school beyond 3:00 and 4:00 PM. Students attending teacher hours, peer tutoring, extra-curricular activities and club meetings must sign-in and out with the Late Bird Monitor. (They are not charged, but must check in and out.) Early Bird and Late Bird 12. Every teacher holds at least one student hour per week where students can receive academic help. Academic Extension is offered every day for students in grades 9-12 and three times per week for 8th grade students. Students should use this time for studying, homework, or teacher hours (if offered). Peer tutoring officially begins the week of September 8th. Students who struggle as well as all new students will be placed on student support and meet with an assigned staff member for support during AE until their grades or academic concerns improve. Teacher Support Hours, Peer Tutoring, and Student Support 13. 3 strikes Teacher asks you a question to reflect on what you are doing and the expectations for the classroom. Teacher asks you a question again to reflect on what you are doing and the expectations for the classroom. Teacher sends an email home to parents/guardian and asks for support and advice. Teacher writes out Office Referral to Dean of Student who then will call parents and discuss consequences and next steps to return to classroom. Behavior Management 14. US Class Privileges 9th Grade Camping trip 10th grade Outside lunch 11th grade Outside lunch Students will also have the opportunity to go off campus for lunch (this privilege will be extended in the coming months) 12th grade Teacher Assistant for periods 6-8 in Office 1 Independent Study in Office 1 The ability to leave and return to campus 15. College Counseling Eric Throne College Counselor & Senior Research Project Coordinator BASIS Peoria Eric.Throne@basispeoria.org 16. A Future Focus One of the greatest benefits of a BASIS education is realized in the college-readiness and preparation for success that our graduates take with them after graduation. From the BASIS Peoria website: Students who attend BASIS Peoria are committed to attaining the highest level of academic and intellectual achievement A rigorous liberal-arts curriculum prepares our Upper School students for admission into the nations top colleges and universities. Our goals include finding the best fit college or university for our graduating students and striving to prepare students for successful and meaningful lives as they progress through their higher studies and beyond. 17. College Awareness and Preparedness A school-wide focus on college preparation, both inside and outside of the classroom Rigorous, AP-centered curriculum Senior Capstone Classes (college-level) Senior Research Projects College Admissions Presentations hosted on campus Numerous clubs/organizations/teams available for students to join National Honor Society (NHS) and National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) Various other opportunities: field trips, competitions, etc. 18. College Admissions Presentations Attendance expectations at College Presentations: 12th Grade 8 or more; (4 required for C.C. class) 11th Grade 8 or more 9th/10th Grade 5 or more 8th Grade 2 or more College-Minded Scholar Awards Most college visits are during 5th period; some may require students to miss a class. Teacher and Administrator approval required to miss classes 8th grade students not allowed to miss classes for presentations 19. College Admissions Presentations Revised Policy: If college presentation is during Lunch/A.E. (or other non-class) period: Early sign-up (by paper form or through Naviance), plus drop-in visitors allowed, up to max capacity If student will miss a class for a college presentation: Student turns in teacher-signed paper form 1 day prior; OR Student signs up through Naviance at least 24 hours prior, AND teacher confirms permission with me; OR Teacher sends student(s) to presentation on the day of, with note or email to me to confirm permission. Please note: Teachers are not obligated to allow students to miss class. 20. What should we be doing now? Grades 8-12 Develop excellent study habits Explore various extracurricular interests. Commit to something for multiple years. Consider applying for a summer academic program Interview adults to learn about various colleges, career paths, and college majors Start a College Savings account Attend the College Planning Workshop presentation @ BASIS Peoria Tuesday, August 26th from 5:30 6:15 pm. Financial strategies and other valuable tips for families preparing for college. 21. What should we be doing now? Checklists by grade level available from Mr. Throne Attend College Presentations (@ BASIS Peoria) Learn about colleges and yourself in the process find your BEST FIT Many presenters also read Arizona students applications for acceptance! Attend local College Fairs (NACAC, NACCAP, etc.) Keep up with BASIS Peoria College Counseling Newsletters Stay the course at BASIS Peoria Seniors spend 100+ hours in College Counseling Class: college applications, scholarship applications, essay-writing, tips for success in college, etc. Senior Research Projects Talk with Mr. Throne about colleges, your interests, etc. 22. BASIS Senior Research Projects (SRP) Perhaps the most distinct component of a BASIS education Successful completion of the SRP results in graduation with High Honors (highest BASIS distinction) SRP Proposal can be included/referenced in college application materials Great preparation for college-level work and research Helpful in learning about and deciding on a major/minor for college On-going assistance/guidance from both Mr. Throne and faculty advisor SRP Eligibility Students must meet the following conditions: Be a senior in good academic standing. Early graduates are not eligible. Maintain a B- or better average in all senior year coursework. Fail no classes in your high school career. 23. BASIS Senior Research Projects (SRP) 24. Want a copy of the presentation?