Transcript Freshman Programming SPIN Night Feb 2017.ppsx

WELCOME TO MENOMONEE
FALLS HIGH SCHOOL!
Class of 2020
Goal of SPIN Night
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Gain knowledge to help you and
your child make informed
decisions for transition into high
school…
 Basic
Knowledge about MFHS
 Career
Clusters
 Course
Selections/Registering
 Getting
Support
 Athletics/Activities
Information
Know Your Administrators
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Mr. Robert Vitale, Principal
Ms. Suzy Thomas, Associate Principal
(Students with last names A-J)
Mr. Kirk Woosencraft, Associate
Principal (Students with last names K-Z)
Mr. Ryan Anderson, Athletics &
Activities Director
Student Services Staff
Tammy Strupp~Student Services Administrative Assistant,
262-255-8465
School Counselors
Meg Hanley
(A-Fi)
Mike Taylor
(Fl-La)
Stacy Schuster (Le-Ri)
Jenny Thom
(Ro-Z)
946-2356
946-2325
946-1021
946-2405
Erin Devenport ~ School Psychologist
Felicia Perkins-Peterson ~ School Social Worker
Incoming Freshmen
(currently in district)
Registration materials were distributed to students on Tuesday in
Counselor presentation at North
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Freshmen Worksheet (pink)
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must be turned in to Flex teacher by Tuesday, February 7!
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Course Selection Sheet (pink)
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Directions for PowerSchool course selection (white)
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Course Guide (received copy at meeting, also online)
Incoming Freshmen
(new to district)
1.
District and 9th Grade Course Registration
information is available tonight.
2.
Complete District Enrollment before you
register for courses (Return to HS or District
Office).
3.
Return purple Course Request Form to MFHS
Main Office by February 17.
4.
School Counselors will input course requests
for new students.
Career Clusters
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The 16 Career Clusters have been identified to help
students develop a program of study with a
purpose in mind.
See pages 12-20 in course guide.
Must select 1-3 career clusters of
interest when selecting courses.
Required Courses for 9th
Grade
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English 9/Honors
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Mathematics (various courses)
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Biology/Honors
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World History/AP Human Geography
Honors
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Foundations of Fitness – PE 9
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Electives
FRESHMAN YEAR
First Semester
Second Semester
1. English 9
1. English 9
2. Math
2. Math
3. Biology
3. Biology
4. World History/AP Human Geo
4. World History/AP Human Geo
5. Foundations of Fitness: PE 9 (Either
Semester)
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5.
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8. Study Hall
8. Study Hall
6.
Honors Placement in Core Classes
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Honors courses are offered in the core areas of
English, Science, Social Studies and Math.
Placement in honors level will be determined by
teacher recommendation, grades and test
scores.
For students new to the district please consult
with your current teacher for the best
placement decision. In addition, you will
receive notification regarding math placement
testing.
Career Academies at MFHS
Future Opportunities:
(Apply 2nd Semester – 9th Grade-pgs. 28-35
 Business Academy
 Healthcare Academy
 STEM Academy (Project Lead the Way)
 DC & M (Design, Communications and Media)
GEAC-Global Education Achievement Certificate
 Start in 9th grade
 World Language Component
 Service Component
New Course Offerings:
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Adv. Aerobic Cond.& Strength Train
Adv. Programming – Honors
Intro. Recording Tech & Audio Eng.
AP Comparative Gov. & Politics
Exploring World Cultures
Media Production III
Credits
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Students earn 1 credit per class per semester (D- or above is
considered passing)
How many credits did this student earn semester 1 of their
freshman year?
46 Total
Credits
needed to
GRADUATE!
Semester 1
English 9: C
Algebra: DBiology: F
World History: B
PE: A
H Information Processing TC: C+
Spanish I: B-
Total: 6 Credits
GPA – Example
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GPA is on a 4.0 system, for each class that meets weighted
criteria, .025 is added to the semester GPA
Students will receive the weighted grade in:
Core subject honors classes
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Courses receiving college credit
Honors Geometry
Honors English 9
Spanish II
Honors Symphonic Band
Honors Biology
Physical Education 9
H Information Technology TC
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B
A
B
A
B
B
A
3
4
3
4
3
3
4
Total:24
GPA: TOTAL/#of COURSES
24/7=3.429
4 weighted classes, add .025 for each:
3.429+.1=3.529
World Language
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If you are currently taking a World Language,
and would like to continue, sign up for Level
II of that same language.
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Example: Spanish 8
Spanish II
If you would like to take a World Language in
9th grade and have not taken it in 8th grade,
sign up for Level 1.
Within UW System, only UW-Madison
requires minimum 2 years of same foreign
language for admission. Exit criteria varies.
On-Line Registration
(For Current North Students Only)
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Reminder: Select courses online (PowerSchool)
between February 1 and February 6.
Freshmen (currently in district) will be automatically
scheduled in the appropriate core classes: English,
Math, Biology and World History, as well as PE and
Study Hall.
**Remember students new to the district should
provide teacher sign off for core class placement. Late
spring you will receive Math Placement Testing
information.
Final Reminders
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Course Guide and PowerPoint are available online.
Choose classes wisely. *Make a one year
commitment to your course selections. Schedule
changes are only allowed on a very limited basis.
Be sure to sign up for both semesters of a year
long course.
Choose at least 2 alternate courses.
Not all courses are offered each semester or each
year. Read course guide carefully and plan
ahead!!
Tips to HS Success
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Get involved in at least one after-school activity.
Involvement breeds a positive outlook and academic
success.
Advocate for yourself and seek out help when
needed.
Maintain your academic focus. What you do today
and tomorrow in your high school classes will impact
you in 4-5 years.
Maintain a balance between school and personal life.
Know your limits and realize when you may be
taking on too much.
Take Transition to High School Summer Course.
Four day course offered various times this Summer.
Register online at www.fallsrec.org in Spring.
Where Can I Get Help?
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Resource Study Hall:
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Math Resource Study Hall/Tutor:
Staffed by an
educational assistant. 1:10 ratio. Needs
administrator/counselor approval.
math
teachers available every hour for support.
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ITI: Available for students with an IEP or a 504 plan
One-on-One assistance from individual
teachers: Make personal contact to determine
availability
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Student Services:
Meet with your counselor to
discuss problems you may be having and brainstorm
ideas for solutions.
Athletics
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Fall Sports
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Cheer
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Dance
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Cross Country
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Football
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Boys Soccer
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Girls Swim
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Girls Tennis
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Girls Golf
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Volleyball
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Winter Sports
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Cheer
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Dance
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Basketball
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Hockey
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Bowling
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Gymnastics
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Boys Swim
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Wrestling
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Spring Sports
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Boys Golf
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Girls Soccer
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Softball
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Boys Tennis
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Track & Field
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Baseball (Summer)
To participate, you must complete the following before the
first day of practice/tryouts:
1- Sign the Athletic Code
2- Sign the SDMF Concussion Policy
3- Sign the WIAA Eligibility Form
4- Have a current physical card on file
5- Pay the Athletic Fee per sport
Activities
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Major Clubs at MFHS:
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Future Business Leaders of America
Key Club
Student Council
Art Club
Best Buddies
Forensics
National Honor Society
Drama Club
Rock Climbing
Trap Shooting
Tech Club
Book Club
Stay Connected
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FallsAthletics.org
Facebook:
facebook.com/MFHS.Athletics
Twitter:
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Falls Athletics
See you next Fall..
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Our high school
departments,
athletics, activities
and parent groups
will be in our cafeteria
for information and
questions!