Coffee with the CounselorSession 1: “The Essentials”

Agenda

Coffee & SnacksIntroductions & PresentationRespond to Question CardsWrap Up

Before we get started…..

Restrooms are located Question CardsThank You’s

Lake Brantley PTSAStarbucksR.G. Brewski’s Jeremiah’s

2015 – 2016 LBHS Guidance Counselors

Denise Winterstein (Bldg. 7) A – ChAmanda Goe (Bldg. 5) Ci – GkLaura Baker (Bldg. 1) Gl – LaDr. Joanie Shalls (Bldg. 1) Lb – OqVinette Young (Bldg. 6) Or – SeSally McCall (Director Bldg. 8) Sf – ZAnna Riether (Bldg. 1) Students with an I.E.P

Who is who and what do they do?

Mike Gaudreau – PrincipalJuliene McDonald – Assistant Principal (ESE / World Language / Fine & Perf. Arts)Dr. Curtis Nash – Assistant Principal (Math / P.E. / 11th & 12th Grade Discipline)Mary Beth Delfiacco- Assistant Principal (Language Arts / ESOL/ Communications)Nicole Wysong – Assistant Principal (Science / ROTC/ Business/ Applied Tech.)Mike Icardi – Assistant Principal (Social Studies / Guidance / Media Center / ETF)Brian Shafer – Dean (9th & 10th Grade Discipline / Facilities / Parking)Jeralee McIntyre – School Administration Manager (9th & 10th Grade Discipline/ Clubs / PTSA)Officer Anthony Gentile – School Resource Officer (Altamonte P.D.)

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Jerri Kelly – Athletic DirectorKaren Wheatley – AttendanceMary Macaluso – Front DeskAnita Densberger – Guidance Secretary (Bldg. 1) Maria Diaz – Secretary (Bldg. 5)Tammy Godshalk – Secretary (Bldg. 6)Rene Christopher – Secretary (Bldg. 7)Stacey Klafter - Secretary (Bldg. 8)

Our Most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Community ServiceForms are in offices/onlinePlease get them approved PRIOR to beginning any hours

Bright FuturesSeniors are invited in December to register with assistance from

counselorsRegularly review the website for updates/changes to requirements for

eligibilityVirtual School

Graduation requirementMust be a full course (can be a ½ credit course OR a full credit course)

F.A.Q. Continued

ScholarshipsScholarship Room is open for 12th gradersMost scholarships are only available to seniors

TutoringMu Alpha Theta math tutoring in room 8-226Contact teachers about their individual tutoring times/appointments

Attendance9 unexcused absences per period-per semesterExcuses should be submitted to the Attendance Office immediately upon returnPlease review the student handbook for a list of excused absence typesStudents may attend make-up time after accumulating their 10th absence

Who you gonna’ call?

When should you call a counselor?*Multiple failing grades *Drastic changes in student behavior*Health concerns *Future course planning/Graduation Requirements*Family/Home issues *Post-High School Plans*Registration/Course Placement QuestionsWhen should you call the teacher?*Grading policies *Classroom Management *Due dates/late policies*Curriculum *Test schedule *Tutoring/Extra HelpWhen should you call an administrator?*Discipline *Classroom Policies/Procedures *School Policies & Procedures

Types of Conferences

Parent MeetingTypically only includes the parent and the counselorScheduled during the course of the school day

Parent/Teacher ConferenceTypically involves all of a child’s teachersHeld at 2:20 (right after school)*If you want to meet with only 1 teacher that will be scheduled

during the teacher’s plan period

How to schedule a conference

Each counselor may schedule their conferences a little differently based on personal preferences.

Note that Wednesdays are reserved for faculty/staff development thus conferences will not be scheduled on that day.

Please see the enclosed hand-out on scheduling a conference for your child.

Tips for starting the year off right!

*Sign up for and utilize Skyward*Set up a time and location for homework completion each day*Read all communication sent by LBHS*Monitor electronic device use during homework time*Keep in regular contact with teachers*Get plenty of sleep & encourage healthy eating habits*Utilize a planner/agenda for long and short term assignments*Join clubs/activities/sports*Attend campus events*JOIN PTSA

Important Links

Lake Brantley www.lakebrantley.comSeminole County Schools www.scps.k12.fl.usSkyward https://skyward.scps.k12.fl.usBright Futures http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.orgSAT www.collegeboard.orgACT www.actstudent.org

Wrapping up….

*Fill out question card*Make sure to take a handout*Stop by PTSA table and register