WELCOME FUTURESILVER HAWK

FAMILIES!

Tonight’s Agenda:

Block scheduling On line registration Important policies Support networks Working together to ensure success for

all Silver Hawks

Why Block Scheduling?

Students are able to focus on fewer classes at a time

Students study each curricular area more in depth

Students have fewer teachers, which allows for greater personalization

Students are able to earn 10 more credits each year as compared to traditional high schools

Why Block Scheduling?

We have a 4x4 block schedule: Students have 4 classes each term for 4 terms

Classes last for 90 minutes The block schedule allows students to

complete classes in half the time as courses that are offered at traditional high schools

Success on the Block Schedule:

Prompt and regular attendance are vital Missing one day of school is like missing two

days of class work Your student should ask for and complete make

up work in a timely manner when he/she is absent

Remember that grades and credits count toward high school graduation and college admissions

230 credits are required for graduation

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Pd. 2

Pd.3

Pd. 4

Pd. 1

Pd. 2

Pd.3

Pd. 4

English 9 English 9 Math Math

Social Studies

Social Studies Science Science

P.E

Sample Schedule

Computer Application

World Language

World Language

Intro to Woods

Oral Com Beg. Pottery

Family & Consumer Sci.

Sample Music Schedule

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Block 1 English 9 English 9 Algebra Algebra

Block 2 Music/FFL Music/FFL Music/OC Music/OC

Block 3 PhysicalScience

Geoscience. Civics Intro to Geography

Block 4 Intro to Woods

ComputerApp

German 1 German 1

Freshmen Registration – Class of 2013

February 9th (A-K) February 10th (L-Z) 3:30- 6:30pm Southwest High School

LPS Graduation RequirementsLPS Graduation Requirements Arts: 15 credits

• Fine Arts: 5• Applied Arts: 5• Fine or Applied Arts: 5

Economics: 5• Economic Perspectives• Economics• AP Macro Economics

Oral Communications: 5• Oral Communications• Oral Communications D

Technology: 10

Human Behavior: 5• Human Behavior• Psychology• AP Psychology• Sociology• Sociology D• Families & Crises

Health: 2.5

Career Ed: 2.5

PE: 7.5

Science: 20• Geoscience (Earth Science): 5 • Physical Science: 5• Life Science (Biology) : 10

Social Sciences: 30• Civics/(D): 5• Geography/(D): 5• Global Studies: 5

• World History/(AP): • AP Human Geography

• US History/(AP): 10• Government & Politics/(AP): 5

English: 30

Math: 20

Total Credits: 230

The Registration Process:The Registration Process:

Use the Use the LSW Planning Guide to view course descriptions.

Please ask for assistance if you have questions.Please ask for assistance if you have questions. Freshmen must register for 80 credits.Freshmen must register for 80 credits. Use instructions for online access to complete Use instructions for online access to complete

your registration.your registration. The closing date for online registration for The closing date for online registration for

freshmenfreshmen is is midnight midnight on Monday, February 23rd.on Monday, February 23rd.

Instructions for on-line registration access:

1.1. Go to the Lincoln Public Schools’ web site (Go to the Lincoln Public Schools’ web site (www.lps.org).).2.2. Click on Click on High SchoolsHigh Schools link. link.3.3. Click on Click on Southwest High SchoolSouthwest High School link ( link (http://lsw.lps.org))4.4. Click on Click on LSW On-line registrationLSW On-line registration link. link.5.5. Click on Click on Registration for Incoming FreshmenRegistration for Incoming Freshmen link. link.6.6. Click on the Direct access to the incoming freshmen Click on the Direct access to the incoming freshmen

registration link to assess the registration window.registration link to assess the registration window.

Instructions for on-line registration access:

1.1. Log in using your Student ID Log in using your Student ID andand Ulocker/Docushare student password. Ulocker/Docushare student password.2.2. To find course listings: click on the To find course listings: click on the Drop DownDrop Down button and select curriculum area. button and select curriculum area.3.3. Click on Click on Course DescriptionCourse Description if you need course information. if you need course information.4.4. Click and drag Click and drag the course to the the course to the Select CoursesSelect Courses box. Note the credit count on this box. Note the credit count on this

box at the bottom of the screen.box at the bottom of the screen.5.5. Once you have enrolled in 80 credits, select 3-4 alternate classes and put into the Once you have enrolled in 80 credits, select 3-4 alternate classes and put into the

Alternate CoursesAlternate Courses box. box.6.6. To remove a selected or alternate course, click and drag the course to the To remove a selected or alternate course, click and drag the course to the

Remove BasketRemove Basket at the bottom of the screen. at the bottom of the screen.7.7. When course selections have been confirmed, you will see a screen that shows When course selections have been confirmed, you will see a screen that shows

your requests and LPS requirements. Please print this screen.your requests and LPS requirements. Please print this screen.8.8. Make sure you click on the Make sure you click on the DoneDone button; otherwise your course selections will be button; otherwise your course selections will be

lost.lost.9.9. The registration window will be open from February 3-23. The registration window will be open from February 3-23. You can log back in and You can log back in and

make course selection changes during this time. make course selection changes during this time. 10.10. If you have questions, click on the If you have questions, click on the HELPHELP button.button.

More Important Information…

• 9th graders are required to eat lunch at school. Only juniors and seniors have the privilege of leaving campus during lunch.

Cell phones, iPods, etc. are only allowed during passing time and at lunch. If they are used during instructional time, they will be confiscated for pick up at a later time.

Attendance and Credits

• Please contact the attendance office within two days each time your student is absent.

After two days, any unexcused absence counts as a truancy.

Truancy can result in loss of credit and poor or failing grades.

Homework Requests

If your student has been or will be absent for two or moredays, you must contact the Attendance office torequest homework.

Please call school in the morning. Your student’steachers will be contacted in order for them to havework ready. Please pick homework up in the Attendance office.

Teacher websites are a great resource for you to see assignments

It is vital that your student complete and turn in his/hermissing work when absent in order to be successfulin all classes.

Support Networks LSW currently offers several resources to help

students achieve academic success:

Saturday School – Students can be assigned by teachers if they fall behind and/or by administration. It is also available to students who would like to use the Media Center on the weekend

Math Help Room – is available before and after school and is staffed by LSW Math teachers with the help of peer tutors

Individual teachers set their times of availability.

Silver Hawk Success

School:Provides learning opportunities

Student:Commits to learning

Parents/Guardians:Encourage students to takeadvantage of opportunities

Everyone works together!

Student

Parent

School

Keys to School Success

Appropriate Communication between home and school

Effective/Regular Study Habits and Times School Involvement Social Involvement Students, Parents and the School must all

work together to make sure this happens!

Appropriate Communication

Students: Communicate with teachers, counselors, and

parents/guardians Use emails and websites to access school information

Parents/Guardians: Talk with your child about his/her day Encourage your student to be a self advocate Please provide current email, telephone number and address

on census form Teacher voicemail is available for your convenience Initiate communication with teachers whenever necessary

Appropriate Communication

School: Staff can communicate with families via email,

websites, phone, etc. Staff are available before and/or after school,

parent teacher conferences and by appointment

Study Habits

Student: Be self motivated and responsible for your learning Study, read, and review every night Choose a place at home for study time; even when there isn’t

homework Plan ahead and make responsible choices Access available resources (planners, teachers, websites, etc.)

Parents/Guardians: Provide a quiet study location Monitor your child’s study routine Encourage child to use school resources Help build an optimistic outlook for child’s future

Study Habits

School: Provides support in and outside of the classroom Sets a positive tone for learning. Clearly outlines classroom, homework and

grading expectations

Not all classes are homework intensive; however notes should be reviewed and studied on a regular basis

School Involvement

Student: Become involved in at least one school activity Support fellow students by attending school events Demonstrate school spirit and pride

Parents/Guardians: Encourage your child to be involved in at least one school activity Support your child by attending his/her events Get involved (Parent Advisory Council, chaperones, booster clubs, etc.)

School: Provides a variety of opportunities for all students

Social Involvement

Student: Balance school, work, and friends Choose friends that model positive and responsible

behaviors Parents/Guardians: Monitor your child’s behavior and balance of activities Ask “What, where, when and who?” School: Promotes a safe and caring environment Promotes positive peer interactions

Next…

It’s Time to Soar and Explore1. Spend time with Department chairs or

representatives2. Stop by the Activity fair located in the

Commons/theater area 3. Take a guided tour with Ambassadors 4. Take time to tour on your own5. Registration sessions – February 9 (A-K) and February 10 (L-Z). All sessions will occur at LSW.

Online Registration

Guidelines for online registration– http://lsw.lps.org/– https://wapp.lps.org/gold/LPSRegistration/LPSRegistration.html

Evening sessions will be available for those families who would like additional information &/or do not have internet accessMonday, February 9th (A-K) Tuesday, February 10th (L-Z)

Finally…….

Thank you for coming to Future Hawk Night!