Class of 2017Informational Evening
Welcome - Michelle Zundel
Principal, Ashland High School
Choir PerformanceThank you Holly Johnson and the Choir students for performing tonight.
ACTIVITY ONE
What would you like to learn this evening?
Class of 2017
TOGETHER for 4 YEARS
Graduation in Lithia Park June 2017
Strong Community
Parents who value education & volunteer their time.
Students who are curious & care about learning.
Teachers who are caring, knowledgeable and accessible.
Volunteers involved in all aspects of education
Citizens who support our schools
AHS Achievements
US News and World Report Silver Medal 85-90% attend 2 or 4 year colleges. 86% graduate on time in 4 years. 1.2% drop out rate. 20% take at least one AP class each
year. SAT & ACT higher than state average
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. Follow them on
Instagram. ATTEND THEIR SPORTING EVENTS &
ACTIVITIES
BE AN ATTENTIVE LISTENER
PROVIDE SUPERVISION
NETWORK WITH OTHER PARENTS (Directory)
2012-2013 Topics
•Teen Sexuality
•Drugs and Alcohol
•Technology
•Single Parenting
•Communicating with
Teens
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESSee the purple handout
Volunteer Coordinator Booster Club Officers &
Volunteers Publisher for School
Newsletter (Grizz-o-Gram)
Site Council Representative
Chaperones Dances, Movie & Board Game Nights
Library
Cello PerformancePaul Shubat
CommunicationSchool to Home & Home to School
-PowerSchool (Get weekly email updates)
-Email [email protected]
-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
-School Reach for missed classes
Student Communication
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 (1000 students)
CREDITS AND TRANSCRIPTS COUNT Attendance Matters Increased responsibility and homework load
Transition Activities
Meetings with students and families at AMS, JMS, Willow Wind, Siskiyou School and Pinehurst
April 11 & 12 Evening Meetings with Counselors at AMS for assistance with scheduling
May 15 & 17 Campus Tours 3:15-4:00PM August 15,16,17 Registration & Club Fair 2nd Week of August Fall Sports Practices Last Week of August Fresh Start September 4, First Day of School
(Half-day 9th graders and new students only)
Theatre PerformanceNoah Yaconelli & Jeremiah Lieberman
FRESH STARTMark Schoenleber (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 last week
of August helps break down stereotypes & cliques teaches positive communication skills supports healthy transition from 8th to 9th Grade
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
INTRODUCING RUSS JOHNSON
Dean of Students
AHS HONOR CODE
Act Responsibly
Have Integrity
S how Respect
Advisory Program
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 Program
1 or 2 days per week is Advisory content
2 days per week Taking Care of Business (TCB) Time
Study Hall, Computer Lab, Library, Extra Help in Student Tutor Center
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 all 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 Campaign AHS
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.
Strategies:• Train targets in assertive body
language• Train bystanders to intervene• Suspend bullies & require training.• Discipline increases with severity or
frequency of behaviors.What parents can do:• Monitor Facebook• Help your student develop problem-
solving skills and a place of belonging. • Collaborate with teachers and
administrators if a problem occurs.
SAFE CAMPUS
ADMINISTRATOR/TEACHER PRESENCE
DEAN
CAMPUS MONITOR
COUNSELORS Ashland Student Assistance Program(ASAP) COMMUNITY WORKS Counselor
HEALTH CENTER
SCHEDULING
Erika Bare
Assistant Principal
Bell Schedule 2012-2013Alternating 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, Spanish language recommendations
CHOOSING 9TH GRADE CLASSES
Class of 2017New 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.
This is an early warning about 4 ways to earn college credits while at AHS.
Option OneROGUE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
COLLEGE NOW•Take an approved class at AHS.
• Credits transfer to Oregon universities and as elective credits to most US colleges.
• RCC does not transcript grades below a B.
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.$125 for 3 credits!• 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.
WE RECOMMEND THAT STUDENTS TAKE SOU, RCC AND AP CREDIT WHEN POSSIBLE!
NEXT STEPS (Review the letter sent home)
AMS,JMS, Willow Wind, Siskiyou School & Pinehurst
Meet with Counselors – March 19 & 20@ AMS
Turn in scheduling forms
Meet in small groups
Ask clarifying questions
If you can’t attend your scheduled session - attend any session
You may drop it off at the AMS Office also.See the schedule in your packet
Schedule Request CollectionMarch 19 & 20
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!
Co-curricular Activities
BandOrchestraChoir
DramaSpeech and
Debate
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• 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!