Class of 2015Informational Evening

Welcome - Michelle Zundel

Principal Ashland High School

Show Choir PerformanceThank you Holly Johnson and the students of Show Choir for performing tonight.

ACTIVITY ONE

What would you like to learn this evening?

Class of 2015

TOGETHER – 4 YEARS

Lithia Park June 2015

WELCOME

ENGAGE

SUCCEED

US NEWS & WORLD REPORTSILVER MEDAL SCHOOL (TOP 3%)

94% OF GRADUATES ENROLL IN 2 AND 4-YEAR COLLEGES

Parents who value education & volunteer their time.

Students who are curious & care about learning.

Teachers who are caring, knowledgeable and accessible.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

SOU, RCC, OSF, ACH partnersLocal Levy (YAAL)Ashland Schools FoundationBOND for building projectsATTENDANCE AT ACTIVITIES

PARENT SUPPORT

CONTINUE TO BE “PRESENT” HOMEWORK SUPPORT

SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL SUPPORT &Be your child’s “friend” on Facebook ATTEND THEIR SPORTING EVENTS &

ACTIVITIES

BE AN ATTENTIVE LISTENER

PROVIDE SUPERVISION

NETWORK WITH OTHER PARENTS (Directory)

2010-2011 Topics

•Teen Sexuality

•Drugs and Alcohol

•Fresh Start for Parents

•Money Matters

•Empty Nest Syndrome

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESSee last page of your packet & Table in the Lobby

Volunteer Coordinator Booster Club Officers &

Volunteers Publisher for School

Newsletter (Grizz-o-Gram)

Site Council Representative

Chaperones Dances, Movie & Board Game Nights

Library

CommunicationSchool to Home & Home to School

-PowerSchool (Get weekly email updates)

-Email first.last@ashland.k12.or.us

-Weekly Emails: If we do not have your email address, you will miss important information!

-Website: www.ashland.k12.or.us/AHS

-Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Principal.Zundel

-Phone: 541-482-8771

-Grizz-O-Gram

-Auto dialer for missed classes

COMMUNICATION Student-to-Teacher

Attend Class

Ask Questions

Complete Assignments

Participate in your education

Advocate for yourselfStudent Tutor Center / TCB Time

8th Grade to GRIZZLY

8th Grade AHS

OPEN CAMPUSWhat will your student do for lunch?

LARGER ENROLLMENT (1050 students)

CREDITS AND TRANSCRIPTS COUNT

Increased responsibility and homework load

Transition Activities

April 7 Student Meeting at Willow Wind April 13 Student Meeting at Siskiyou School April 13 & 14 Counselors at AMS and JMS April 19 & 20 Evening Meetings with Counselors at

AMS re. Scheduling May 24 & 26 Campus Tours 3:15-4:00PM August 17, 18 & 23 Registration August Fall Sports Practices & Fresh Start September 6, First Day of School

(Half-day 9th graders and new students only)

FRESH START (Details in June)

2 days, 1 night Trained upper class students as counselors Freshman English/Global Studies teachers Bonding and problem-solving activities Retreat for all incoming freshman in late

August or early September helps break down stereotypes & cliques teaches positive communication skills supports healthy transition from 8th to 9th Grade

Orchestra PerformanceThank you Gerry Paré and the Orchestra students for performing tonight.

INTRODUCING GLENNA STILES

Dean of Students

Academic Advisor/Counselor

AHS HONOR CODE

Act Responsibly

Have Integrity

S how Respect

Advisory ProgramNew 2011-2012

Provides academic counseling, college advising and social/emotional support for students throughout four years at AHS.

40 minutes every day Mon. – Thurs. Single grades in an Advisory Same teacher & students all four years

Advisory ProgramNew 2011-2012

2 days per week Advisory content

2 days per week Taking Care of Business (TCB) Time

Study Hall, Computer Lab, Library, Extra Help, Intervention classes

Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Free Campus

YOU Matter Campaign• YOU Matter so we will create a

drug, alcohol and tobacco free campus.

• YOU Matter so we will not turn a blind eye to illegal activity.

• YOU Matter so we will support you in being a healthy graduate of AHS.

• Students can stay drug/alcohol free for four years and still “fit” socially!

Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Free Campus

Consequences

•Students in possession of illegal substances at school are suspended.

•Students who sell illegal substances at school are expelled.

In most cases D & A treatment is required.

Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Free Campus

What parents can do:• Clear expectation in the

family that students do not use intoxicants.

• Maintain high expectations of student behavior.

• Know where your student is and who they are with.

YOU Matter - April 12

Bullying & Harassment Free Campus• YOU Matter so we will train bystanders

to create a safe campus.• YOU Matter so we will support victims

and punish perpetrators of bullying and harassment.

Consequences• Bullies are suspended, required to

apologize and write research papers.• Discipline increases with severity or

frequency of behaviors.

What parents can do:• Monitor Facebook• Help your student develop problem-

solving skills and a sense of belonging. • Collaborate with teachers and

administrators if a problem occurs.

SAFE CAMPUS

ADMINISTRATIVE/TEACHER PRESENCE

DEAN

CAMPUS MONITOR

COUNSELORS Ashland Student Assistance Program(ASAP) COMMUNITY WORKS Counselor

HEALTH CENTER

Health Center Services

Judy Blickenstaff, Nurse Practitioner

Diagnosis, Prescriptions and Treatment

Immunizations Reproductive Health

Mental Health Counselors

Athletic Physicals Anxiety/Depression

Screening Agency Referrals to

OHP Insurance and Food Stamps

SCHEDULING

Don ValentiniAssistant Principal

Bell Schedule 2011-2012Alternating Red and White Days85-min. classes, 40-min. Advisory/TCB Time & 10-min. passing periods

Choosing classes is a 4-year process

Create a balance between academic rigor and being a well-rounded, healthy student.

Scheduling Packet

Website Course Guide www.ashland.k12.or.us/courseguide

8th Grade teachers make math, science, second language recommendations

CHOOSING 9TH GRADE CLASSES

Class of 2015New Graduation Requirements

 

Credits: 50*

Essential Skill: Reading

Essential Skill: Writing

Essential Skill: Math *Three years of math at the Algebra level or higher

*Three years of lab sciences

One credit is granted for successfully completing one semester in any class.

ASHLAND HIGH SCHOOL9th Grade Course Guide-at-a-Glance

You may access the full course guide online at:http://www.ashland.k12.or.us/CourseGuide

CLASSES LISTED IN BOLD ARE AVAILABLE TO YOUR GRADE

ADVISORY (9-10-11-12)Full Year – 1 career education credit over 4 years Advisory is a graded and credit-bearing course required for all students grades 9-12. It will meet Monday-Thursday for 40 minutes each day. The curriculum will provide students with systematic academic advising, college counseling and social-emotional support. Students will remain with the same advisor for four years. COURSE NAME CHANGES 

This is an early warning about 4 ways to earn college credits while at AHS.

OPTION ONEROGUE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

•Take an approved class at AHS.• Minimal cost (TBD for 2011-2012)• Credits transfer to Oregon universities and as elective credits to most US colleges. • RCC does not transcript grades below a B. •In 2011-2012 RCC will offer Construction, Welding and Electronics classes for juniors and seniors at AHS.

OPTION TWOSOUTHERN OREGON UNIVERSITY:

Advanced Southern Credit• Take an approved course on the AHS campus.These are typically Advanced Placement (AP) Classes•Credits are offered at a significant discount.• There is wide acceptance of SOU credits nationwide. • SOU issues transcripts regardless of the grade earned in the class.

OPTION THREESOUTHERN OREGON UNIVERSITY:

EARLY ENTRY

• Juniors and Seniors may take an approved course on the SOU campus.•Credits are offered at a significant discount.• There is wide acceptance of SOU credits nationwide. • SOU issues transcripts regardless of the grade earned in the class.

OPTION FOURADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) EXAMS

Students who are ready to perform at the college level may take AP classes at AHS or online and prepare for the AP Exam in May. A score on this test may earn college credit for students.

NEXT STEPS

Meet with Counselors – April 19 & 20 @ AMS

Turn in scheduling forms

Meet in small groups

Ask clarifying questions

If you can’t attend your scheduled section - attend any session

Evening Meetings with Counselors –AMS Rooms 202, 205 & 206 (off the Commons) Steve Smith (A – F) John Skinner (G – N) Michelle Zundel / Glenna Stiles / Don Valentini (O – Z) DATE TIME COUNSELOR ROOM# LAST NAME

Tuesday, April 19 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mr. Smith AMS Rm. 206 A ― B

Tuesday, April 19 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mr. Skinner AMS Rm. 202 G ― Hi

Tuesday, April 19 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mrs. Stiles / Mrs. Zundel AMS Rm. 204 O ― Ri Tuesday, April 19 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mr. Smith AMS Rm. 206 C― D

Tuesday, April 19 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mr. Skinner AMS Rm. 202 Ho ― Le

Tuesday, April 19 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mrs. Stiles / Mrs. Zundel AMS Rm. 204 Ro ― Sr  ---------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------

Wednesday, April 20 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mr. Smith AMS Rm. 206 E ― F Wednesday, April 20 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mr. Skinner AMS Rm. 202 Li ― N Wednesday, April 20 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Mrs. Stiles / Mr. Valentini AMS Rm. 204 St ― V Wednesday, April 20 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mr. Smith AMS Rm. 206 JMS 8th Graders Wednesday, April 20 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mr. Skinner AMS Rm. 202 WW 8th Graders Wednesday, April 20 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Mrs. Stiles / Mr. Valentini AMS Rm. 204 W ― Z

INTRODUCING KARL KEMPER

Assistant Principal

Athletic Director

VALUE OF PARTICIPATING IN ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIESWhy do we encourage student participation in activities? Research

tells us that students involved in an activity experience:  

Higher GPA

Lower absenteeism

Fewer disciplinary referrals

Less use of illegal substances

Lower dropout rate

More effective time management skills Improved college admissions

ATHLETIC OSAA ACTIVITIES AT ASHLAND HIGH SCHOOL

FALL(Practice starts August) Cheerleading Cross Country Football Boys Soccer Girls Soccer Volleyball

WINTER (Practice starts November) Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Cheerleading Swimming Wrestling

SPRING(Practice starts February) Baseball Softball Boys Tennis Girls Tennis Track and Field

FALL Water Polo

WINTER Bowling Snowboarding Alpine Ski (downhill) Nordic Ski (cross country)

SPRING Crew Equestrian Golf

ATHLETIC CLUB ACTIVITIES AT ASHLAND HIGH SCHOOL

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT WEBSITE www.ashlandathletics.org

Get schedules

Find Forms

Get information on individual sports

Learn about eligibility requirements and department policies

Review our philosophy

Find out how to contact the athletic department

Meet the coaches and staff

Join the Booster Club

Sign up to be a volunteer

Apply for a coaching position

Get facility use information

Find many links to related web sites

And MUCH more!

AHS Student Clubs

• Academic Challenge• Academic Scavenger Hunt• Anime Club • Ballroom Dance• Brain Bowl • Catholic Club• Drama Club • Gay Straight Alliance • Girls’ Circle/Rose Circle• Global Citizens Corps • Interact Club• International Club • Key Club

• Knit Wits • Math Honor Society • Math Team • Mock Trial Team • Model United Nations • Multicultural Student Union• National Honor Society • Outdoor Club• Pagan Club• Poetry Club• Robotics• SADD/Reach • Sustainability Club

QUESTION AND ANSWER

What questions do you have?

Thank You for Attending

Have a good evening!!

Inspiring learning for life!