OF 2023 MR. FORTIER JFORTIER@EASTPENNSD.ORG MRS. LUCCHESI-WOOD 9 - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

WELCOME CLASS OF 2023

9th Grade HOUSE PRINCIPAL

• MR. FORTIER

JFORTIER@EASTPENNSD.ORG

• MRS. LUCCHESI-WOOD

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

OFFICE IS LOCATED AT INTERSECTION OF MATH AND FOREIGN LANGUAGE HALLWAYS

qNEED TO KNOWS (Parent & Student) qBREAKOUT

qStudents will go to HR/Tours qGuide for parents

OUTLINE

IT’S A DIFFERENT WORLD

Doors open at 6:45 AM Warning Bell 7:22 Period 1 (7:23-8:06) Period 2 (8:11-8:52) Period 3 (8:57-9:49) Period 4 (9:54-10:35) Period 5 (10:40-11:21) Period 6 (11:26-12:07) Period 7 (12:12-12:53) Period 8 (12:58-1:39) Period 9 (1:44-2:25)

REGULAR BELL SCHEDULE Late to school and/or class are cumulative.

ENTERING THE BUILDING

H A R R I S O N S T R E E T M A C U N G I E A V E N U E DOORS OPEN AT 6:45 PINE STREET

Au Auditorium En Entrance Locker C Commons En Entrance Pine S Street En Entrance

q Graduation requirements are state mandated. q Contact the counselor if you are not sure your child is meeting these requirements. q Homework should be a nightly practice; not just what the teacher “assigns”. q Work on study skills with your child. Your counselor can give you tips on this as well. q PA PACING IS CRITICAL

EVERYTHING COUNTS STARTING NOW!

q Marking periods end on:

q First Quarter: 11/1/20 11/1/2019 19 q Second Quarter: 1/23/2020* 1/23/2020* q Third Quarter: 3/3 3/31/2020* 1/2020* q Fourth Quarter: 6/9/2020* 6/9/2020*

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q Te Tentative Midterm Exam Dates January 17 17th

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REPORT CARD INFORMATION

qReport Cards are available online through the Power School Parent Portal. qAt EHS, we do not issue Interim Report

• Cards. Parents need to login to Power

School Parent Portal regularly to monitor academic progress. qAccess the district and school website for current calendar postings.

REPORT CARD INFORMATION

qStudents are assigned to assistant principals by grade level. qAlways use the assigned grade level principal as a contact person. qNotification of Wednesday Afternoon Detention is made through our automated call out system the Monday evening before the assigned detention.

SOME NOTES FROM THE ADMINISTRATION

qNo notification is given for after school detentions. qContact will be made for suspensions. qStudents are responsible for scheduling and attending their detentions. qIf you suspect that something is going

• n, definitely call your child’s grade

level principal.

ADMINISTRATION NOTES (CONT’D)

q Parents are NOT permitted to phone in excuses for student absences. q ONLY EHS EXCUSE BLANKS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR EXCUSES RELATED TO ABSENCE, LATENESS TO SCHOOL, AND/OR EARLY DISMISSAL.

qST STUDE DENTS A S ARE R RESP SPONSI SIBLE F FOR TURN TURNING G IN TRI TRIP P FORM RMS A MI MINI NIMU MUM OF OF 3 DAYS PR PRIOR OR TO O THE HE TRIP. .

ATTENDANCE

q Absence Excuse Notes on EHS Excuse Blanks, within THR THREE EE days upon return to Grade Level Office and/or Main Office q Early Dismissal Notes to Main Office q Educational Trip Vacation Forms th three sc school

• ol days prior to departure to Grade

Level Office q Late to School enter at Main Office on Macungie Ave.

ATTENDANCE

ATTENDANCE

ATTENDANCE

ATTENDANCE

VACATIONS/TRIPS

§ Occurs when attendance notes are not turned in within 3 days of absence with a lawful excuse § Any absence where an excuse blank is not turned in within 3 days will be modified to UX (unexcused) and will be subject to truancy laws § After the third unexcused absence, you will receive a warning letter in the mail § After the fourth unexcused absence, warning letter sent with a scheduled Student Attendance Improvement Conference (SAIC) § Goal is to collaborate with parent/guardian & student(s) on the topic of lawful student attendance § After the SAIC Conference is held, any additional unexcused absences will result in a citation being filed and a court date sent

TRUANCY

CELL PHONES

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The possession and silent use

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Cell Phones by students when in compliance with High School Discipline Code is permitted. Usage must be consistent with the regulations established in the Acceptable Use Policy, must not be disruptive to the educational process, create a safety hazard, or violate state law or local Board policy. This policy reflects a good faith attempt to incorporate modern technology practices to enhance the educational and social habits

• f our students.

CELL PHONES

Available online in HS Discipline Code: Appendix G

CELL PHONES

Area/Use RED ZONES (Offices, Restrooms, Locker rooms, Guidance, Nurses Suite) YELLOW ZONE (Classrooms, Library, Gymnasium, Auditorium, Study Halls) GREEN ZONE (Hallways, Cafeteria, Courtyards) Rationale Playing Music Not Permitted Permitted with headphones and with staff approval Not Permitted in Hallways and Courtyards Permitted in Cafeteria during lunch with headphones

Aligns with our philosophy to incorporate modern technology practices to enhance the educational and social habits of our students

Using internet, games, other applications Not Permitted Permitted with staff approval Permitted

Aligns with our philosophy to incorporate modern technology practices to enhance the educational and social habits of our students

Texting Not Permitted Permitted with staff approval Permitted

Aligns with our philosophy to incorporate modern technology practices to enhance the educational and social habits of our students

Making Phone Call Not Permitted Not Permitted Not Permitted

Negatively impacts the environment

• f the school and could create a

safety risk or violate an individual's privacy.

Taking Pictures, Video, or Audio Recording Not Permitted Not Permitted Not Permitted

Negatively impacts the environment

• f the school and could create a

safety risk or violate an individual's

• privacy. May constitute a violation
• f state law.

A GUIDE FOR PARENTS

STUDENT DROP-OFF

N O R T H / H A R R I S O N S T R E E T

CONES

DROP OFF MUST TURN RIGHT WHEN LEAVING THE DROP-OFF

This is the ONLY approved Drop-Off location

PROCEDURAL NOTES

qMay only enter at main office qMust have ID when checking in qCall and schedule an appointment qThere will always be some level

• f follow-up with emails and

phone calls

www.eastpennsd.org/ehs qMenu Bar qQuick Links qUpcoming Events qHeadlines qNewsfeed

USE THE WEBSITE

Everything you need to know as a parent…

ANGEL NETWORK PROGRAM

PRESIDENT DAWN GALLAGHER

qStands for “Supporting Teens of East Penn” qVolunteer Group including parents, teachers, administrators and citizens of EPSD qSponsors activities to encourage our youth to have fun without the use of drugs or alcohol. qAfterBall, the post Senior Prom party, is the largest event that is funded on donations and run entirely on volunteers qMore information can be found on our website at https://sites.google.com/view/stepehs

S.T.E.P.

qStands for “Student Assistance Program” qIs state-mandated qHelps to identify kids who are experiencing barriers to their school success qReferrals are anonymous and can come from anyone qServices are offered to the student with written parent permission qSupport groups are available to deal with specific issues based on need, such as coping skills and decision making

SAP

¡ Pay special attention to the documents that are sent home with your child within the first days of

• school. Please be sure to return any documents

needing a signature in a timely fashion. ¡ Please refer to our website or sign up for e-news from the principal. ¡ The high school website includes the discipline code, program of studies, activities information, a staff directory and much more. Refer to it

• ften.

USEFUL RESOURCES

A great resource for you to use

FAMILY RESOURCES

FOOD SERVICE

A great resource for you to use

PARENT PORTAL

Everything you need to know as a parent…

EMMAUS HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELING DEPARTMENT

• qMrs. Colleen Demchak:

Students with the last name A – K

• qMr. Michael McInerney:

Students with the last name L - Z

WHO ARE THE COUNSELORS?

qIt is important to realize that the role of the school counselor is to help your child to make decisions that will affect his/her future. qYour role is to be involved and supportive but to allow some room for growth. qChildren should start to form self-advocacy and independent thinking skills. Please encourage your child to make contact with his/her counselor, if a need arises. The better we get to know your child, the better we can assist him/her throughout high school. qAdditional resources: Learning Lab, Peer Tutoring with NHS Students, and Naviance – a web based college/career learning platform.

TRANSITION FROM MIDDLE TO HIGH SCHOOL

q Yo You should think of the school counselors as a a resource. q Co Counse selors s are respo sponsi sibl ble for pr providi ding ma many servic ices some me of f whic ich in includ lude:

§ Maintenance of Student Records § Career Education § College Planning and Application Preparation § Course Registration and Academic Planning § Academic Resources § Guidance Information Nights for Parents § Standardized Test Administration § Special Education Support § Short-term Counseling § Career Readiness

ROLE OF SCHOOL COUNSELING OFFICE?

q If you have concerns about your child’s performance in multiple subjects or you feel the school should be aware of any special circumstances, use the school counselor as a reference point. q If you have concerns about a particular class, contact the teacher directly. q Questions about your student’s IEP should be directed to the student’s case manager first and then, if necessary, your child’s counselor. q Grades, attendance and discipline information is available through Power School Parent Portal

WHO SHOULD I CALL TO CHECK ON MY CHILD?

q Don’t wait. q As soon as you have a concern, please call

• r email the appropriate teacher, school

counselor, or grade level principal. q It is easier to address a concern early on. q If teams and/or counselors identify issues sooner, we may contact you.

WHEN SHOULD I MAKE THE CALL?

Go to the school website (www.eastpennsd.org/ehs): q Use the personnel directory on the site. You can email every teacher, school counselor, and grade level principal directly from the site. In most instances, you will be contacted within 48 hours of your initial contact.

q Mrs. Colleen Demchak (A–K): cdemchak@eastpennsd.org q Mr. Michael McInerney (L – Z): mmcinerney@eastpennsd.org

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HOW TO CONTACT:

¡ A Graduation Requirement Students are presented with a variety of options to choose ¡ Eight Pieces of evidence required to be completed by the end of 11th Grade §3 Pieces to be completed in 9th Grade §3 Pieces to be completed in 10th Grade §2 Pieces to be completed in 11th Grade

CAREER READINESS

q EHS is proud to offer Naviance, a web-based resource for students and parents for post high school career and college planning. q Through goal setting, self assessments, college and career searches, etc., students are able to begin making more informed decisions about their future. q Students are required to begin working in their family connection account as early as ninth grade. Parents also are encouraged to utilize their parent account to access the information in Naviance. q Family Connection through Naviance is specific to

• ur school.

INTRODUCTION TO NAVIANCE

q All EHS students will meet with school counselors in small groups within the first two months of school to learn about Naviance. q During the meetings, students will begin working in Naviance to complete specific grade level tasks as assigned by the counselors. q A letter with Parent/Guardian access codes will be given to students during the first few weeks of school. q Ninth Grade Parent Introduction to Naviance will be in conjunction with Guidance Information Night on Thursday, September 6that 6:00pm.

NAVIANCE

SAFETY & REPORTING

q Sc Scho hool Resource Officer Al Kl Kloss q Sa Safety is always a priority q Pa Partners with EPD and local law aw enforcement q Pl Pleas ase communicat ate with us when you feel an any le level of el of con concer cern, w we in e inves estig tigate e e ever eryth ythin ing q Re Return communication will come as fast as pos possibl ble, , bu but pl please mindf dful q Ov Over erla lap b betw tween een S School a

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¡ Ho How w to Submit t an an An Anonymous Tip ¡ Call: 1-844-SAF2SAY (1-844-723-2729) ¡ Use Safe2Say Website ¡ Download Safe2Say App

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TIPS FOR STUDENTS

• 1. Accept the Change
• 2. Be Prepared
• 3. Get organized
• 4. Ask Questions
• 5. Try New Things
• 6. Face the Challenges Head On
• 7. Separate the Needs and Wants

THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING ADDITIONAL WALK- THROUGHS THURS (8/15) 9:30–12:30 FRI (8/16) 9:30 – 12:30 THURS (8/22) 12:00–3:00 FRI (8/23) 9:30 – 12:30