WELCOME TOELLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

JANUARY 27, 2014

AGENDAGeneral Information

Student Learning Results Accreditation Safety and Security Orientation Communication Student Success Plans (SSP) Activities Core Values and Belief’s 21st Century Learning Expectations

Breakout Sessions Graduation Requirements Course Selection Schedule Transcripts College Prep

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STUDENT LEARNING RESULTS

CAPT Annual average of over 90% reaching proficiencyHonor Roll 2012-2013- Over 200 students made the honor roll 2013-2014 -Over 220 students made the honor roll AP scores: EHS has been on the AP Honor Roll for 3 consecutive years

for expanding opportunities and improving student performance

According to the College Board there are only 90 other districts in US and Canada that have earned this distinction

Academic Expectations: Not one student to date has failed to graduate as a result

of not reaching our academic expectations

NEASC – NEW ENGLAND ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS AND COLLEGESEHS received the highest accreditation rating possible“The Committee was impressed with many of the

programs and services and wishes to commend the following”:

The schools inclusive and collaborative process based on current research the prominent display of core values and beliefs documents throughout the school

The clear and consistently designed 21st century learning expectations and

Accompanying school-wide rubrics aligned to the core values and beliefs

The positive school culture that reflects the school’s core values and beliefs

NEASC – NEW ENGLAND ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES

The use of the core values and beliefs to guide decision-making and policy changes

Recent consolidation of leveled core classes from five levels to three

The academic and elective programs that provide an opportunity for students to succeed and develop 21st century learning skills

The emphasis on depth of understanding and application of knowledge through inquiry and problem-solving

The use of technology to support instruction

SAFETY AND SECURITY Mr. Uriano, Assistant Principal Mr. Corbett, Lead Teacher We have security personnel Video Surveillance Cameras School Resource Officer All doors are locked from 7:15 a.m. – 1:55

p.m. Administrative and Teacher visual presence Breathalyzer checks

Three upcoming meetings are scheduled with the incoming 8th graders A student follow up meeting

approximately 2 weeks after school begins

Our Advisory program ensures that all students will have at least one adult that will know your child well throughout all four years of high school

Each student will be assigned an advisor in addition to a guidance counselor

ORIENTATION PROGRAM

Biweekly NewsletterWeb Site: www.ellingtonpublicschools.org

Teachers are accessible via E-mailMarquee sign in the front of schoolSchool MessengerQuarterly Report Cards with Mid–Progress

Report

COMMUNICATION

Student Success Plans (SSP)

Mandated by the State since July 1, 2013 Based on developing a students Academic,

Career and Social/Emotional development from grades 6-12

The Student Success Plan (SSP) is an individualized student driven plan that will be developed to address every student’s needs and interests to help every student stay connected in school and to achieve postsecondary educational and career goals

The Student Success Plan supports structures such as student portfolios

Sports

Fine and Per-forming Arts

Other Activi-ties

ACTIVITIES

ABSOutdoor Adventure

ClubWelcome Freshman

Dance Homecoming DanceSnowball in early

FebruaryKnight WritersPeer Advocates

Student CouncilPeer MediatorsClass OfficersOpening Knight

PlayersRescue PostMock TrialCode Green

There is an Activities Booklet with all the activity descriptions

ACTIVITIES LIST

CORE VALUES AND BELIEFS

21ST CENTURY LEARNING EXPECTATIONS

BREAKOUTSESSIONS

A to B Suzanne MarkowskiPresentation room

C to H Nancy O’BrienBand room

I to Pa Andrea HowarthChorus room

Pe to Z Judi Moeller Auditorium

WELCOME TOELLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

JANUARY 27, 2014

Counselor Assignments

A to B Suzanne MarkowskiPresentation room

C to H Nancy O’BrienBand room

I to Pa Andrea HowarthChorus room

Pe to Z Judi Moeller Auditorium

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS22 credits to Graduate

4 credits of English 3 credits of mathematics 3 credits of social studies 3 credits of science 1 credit art/music/vocational education 1 credit of physical education .50 credit of world language .50 credit of health education .50 credit of computer applications 5.5 elective credits

Graduation Policy #6146 - CAPT see Program of Studies

Portfolio – Advisory Group

FRESHMAN COURSE SELECTIONMonday, February 3rd

Thursday, March 27th

Freshman Schedule

Sample Course Selection Sheet

SAMPLE SCHEDULEA Block: EnglishB Block: MathC Block: ScienceD Block: Social StudiesE Block: PE / HealthF Block: Spanish / French / LatinG Block: Elective (you can choose)H Block: Study Hall

HONORS CRITERIA In order to facilitate an appropriate

placement into honors level classes, students will be recommended for honors placement based on academic performance, performance assessments, teacher recommendation and student readiness.

COLLEGE PREPARATION

Recommended for CollegeEnglish 4 creditsSocial Studies 3 to 4 creditsMathematics 3 to 4 creditsScience 3 to 4 creditsWorld Language 3 to 4 creditsArts / Music / Voc 3 to 4 credits

TRANSCRIPTGrades are numericLists all courses Shows attendanceClass rankGPAMid-term and final exams not posted

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Full year course – 22 daysHalf year course – 11 daysTardy Cutting Class Appeal process

ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITYAll ninth grade students are eligible for fallextracurricular activities. Beyond the transitionphase for freshmen, all students who wish toparticipate in extracurricular activities must meeteach of the following academic requirements:

1. Be enrolled in at least five (5) units of work during each marking period.

2. Have a passing previous quarter grade in at least five (5) units of work including all required courses.

3. Have no more than one (1) F, regardless of the number of courses taken.

EXTRASPLAN /ACTPSATNaviance Shadowing College Career PathwaysHigh School Partnership

SUMMER FRESHMAN ORIENTATION

August Schedules Walk-through a “Real” day Locker Another tour Handbook Ice cream

ELLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL’S EMAIL AND WEBSITE

Example:nrinaldi@ellingtonschools.net

Website:http://www.ellingtonpublicschools.org

<<First initial>><< last name>>@ellingtonschools.net

ELLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE OFFICE 896-2352

Mrs. Shorts – ext. 219Mrs. Markowski – ext. 218Mrs. O’Brien – ext. 217Mrs. Howarth – ext 215Mrs. Moeller – ext. 216

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