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Class of 2016 Information Night Administrator Assignments Carter A-Ha LaClear Hb-O Baker P-Z Carol Diglio, Principal Counselor Assignments Zelinski A-C Boedeker D-H Schoff I-L Kilgore M-R Ultch S-Z Introduce parents to Novi High School and prepare them for their child’s transition Provide parents & guardians with an opportunity to meet the counseling staff Prepare parents for the scheduling process and what to expect the next four years Answer questions to make the transition to high school easier How can I keep up to date with what’s happening at the high school? ◦ Conversations with your students ◦ Listserve http://www.novi.k12.mi.us/hs/dfn/ ◦ Website http://www.novi.k12.mi.us/hs/ ◦ Parent Connect through Zangle How can my student see their counselor? ◦ Walk-in lunches ◦ Sign up anytime in Student Service Center ◦ Email English Math Social Studies Science Health Physical Education Visual, Performing & Applied Arts World Language 4 credits 4 credits 3 credits 3 credits .5 credit .5 credit 1 credit 2 credits _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Total Plus 12 - .5 credit electives 18 credits Novi High School Graduation Requirements http://www.novi.k12.mi.us/downloads/hs_coun s_docs/nhs_grad_requirements_for_all_grades_20110 609_113949_16.pdf 1st Semester 2nd Semester 9th Grade English (A) 9th Grade English (B) Math (A) Math (B) US History (A) US History (B) Earth Science (A) Earth Science (B) World Language (A) World Language(B) Health PE or Elective Grading Transitions What does CREDIT mean? What is GPA? Attendance Policy Cumulative Grading: ◦ Semester grades (.5 credits) are determined by the culmination of 18 weeks of academic assessments. ◦ After the first nine (9) weeks of each semester, progress reports will be distributed in Academic Advisory. ◦ Nine (9) week grades are a reflection of student progress midway through the semester. ◦ Semester grades will be issued after 18 weeks and are the only grades that are calculated into the grade point average (GPA) and recorded on the official transcript. Advantages of Cumulative Grading: ◦ Accurately reflects learning over the semester ◦ Allows for greater flexibility as there are fewer arbitrary dates that determine grades ◦ Easier tracking of academic progress, as current grade is the grade ◦ Reflects practices of colleges and universities Credit is granted when a student successfully completes and passes a class (D-). The class of 2016 must have 22 credits to graduate. For each successfully completed course a student receives a .5 credit (most core classes run two semesters and students will earn one full completed credit) Grade Point Average Grade Point Average (GPA) is based on all subjects taken in grades 9-12 and High School classes that were taken at the Middle School. Advanced classes are not weighted. Four Point Scale: A=4; B=3; C=2; D=1; E=0 Passing Marks: A - D Novi High School does not calculate rank or percentile. Attendance Line & Policy Information ◦ http://www.novi.k12.mi.us/hs/dfn/ Attendance Policy Link ◦ http://www.novi.k12.mi.us/downloads/hs_welcome_docs/a ttendance_policy_20110425_135932_41.pdf #1 Graduation Audit mailed home each June for all students, grades 9-11, who fail one (1) or more core courses In the fall, counselors meet with student and notifies parents; identifies a plan and/or strategies #2 If student does not show improvement and continues to fail = meeting, parent notification, and plan of action (AASC) If a student loses four (4) or more credits required for graduation, a meeting is held with administrator, counselor, student and parent to modify plan and discuss adult education. Occurs at the end of each school year Fail one (1) or more core courses (.5 credit) Notify if on track for graduation Credit recovery Support Resources Remaining classes required for graduation Number of credits need for graduation Number of credits needed outside of traditional day Meets every Wednesday for 40 minutes Same teacher all four years (big-small) Students can travel to current teachers w/orange pass maximum two times per period Reserved for academics and school business (homecoming, scheduling, academic meetings, etc.) Access to the Media Center on a sign-up basis Each counselor is teamed up with an administrator Analyze D,E,I list at nine (9) weeks; student with two (2) or more E’s meet with support team At nine (9) week report cards, students who still have one (1) or more E’s are assigned to AASC Require three (3) consecutive weeks of passing all 6 classes to “graduate” back to original AA Focus on work completion accountability, organization, prioritizing, alternative opportunities, tutoring, etc. Essentials Classes Academic Advisory and AASC Academic Support Resource Packet Here 2 HelpTutoring on Wednesdays Graduation Audits Operation Graduation Credit Recovery Options Adult Education, Summer School, E2020 Special Education Resources Caseload Teacher Integrated Studies ER classes Academic Support Center (ASC) Social work support Dual Enrollment Community Volunteer Service Credit Michigan Virtual High School (MiVHS) Testing Out Oakland Schools Technical Center (OSTC) Advanced Placement Coursework International Baccalaureate Programme International Baccalaureate Programme Information http://www.novi.k12.mi.us/hs/ib/ Prerequisites and Course Offerings http://www.novi.k12.mi.us/downloads/hs_ib_docs/appe ndix6updated31510_20110425_140351_51.pdf Scheduling Timeline Thursday, March 15th: Class of 2016 received scheduling packet Monday, March 19th: Informational Night Wednesday, March 21st: high school counselors present to students and answer questions Thursday, March 22nd: Counselors meet with students to complete their schedules and submit Tuesday, March 27th: Make-up day for absent students Resources ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ Videos Scheduling Packet Course Selection Grid Course Reference Sheet Course Catalog Scheduling through Career Cruising ◦ https://www.careercruising.com/home/DirectoryURL.aspx/novi ◦ Username: novi-student id # ◦ Password: (student created) Four-Year Plan Course Catalog page 14 & 15 Freshman Year Maintain college preparatory schedule (Math, Science, English, Social Studies and World Language) and good grades. Research available career and college materials in Media Center, the Student Service Center and online. Visit college campuses if opportunity presents itself. Consider volunteer opportunities. Get involved at Novi High School: clubs, sports, fine arts, leadership, activities, etc. Attend meetings with college representatives who visit Novi High School. Check your school e-mail regularly for college-related updates Student Clubs and Athletic Participation http://www.novi.k12.mi.us/hs/stuactive/ Numerous Opportunities for Involvement Community Volunteer Service (Clift) Eligibility Requirements NCAA Eligibility for College Bound Athletes Utilize School Website and Contact Club Sponsor or Athletic Office for Information Take school seriously! This is your future & every grade counts. Learn to advocate for yourself. Be organized. Be respectful and responsible. Be present and on time. Get involved! Get informed. Refer to the student handbook, high school website & school email to stay connected with what is going on. Set goals. Stay on track for graduation by studying and completing homework assignments. Never give up & strive to do your best. Use technology appropriately. Don’t give into peer pressure. Don’t be afraid. The best is yet to come! 3/21: Counselor Presentation at Middle School 3/22: Scheduling for 2012-2013 (Counselors at MS) Early June: Class of 2016 visits NHS for presentation with counselors & administration, a school tour, student Q & A panel, and much more! August: Class of 2016 Registration ◦ Receive schedule, locker assignment, books, and planners sign up for school activities & pay, set up lunch account, take school picture, order athletic passes, etc. Thank you for taking the time to attend this important informational meeting! We appreciate your support in making your child’s high school years a success! Two minute break 15 minute Q & A Any audience member who would like to leave may exit now. Anyone who stays, please move forward. Anyone who has a clarifying question may stay for a 15 minute Q & A session. Thank you in advance for adhering to this timeline. Have a nice evening!