Eastern Center for the Performing Arts Eastern Regional High School Scheduling Orientation for 8th Grade Students and Parents Thursday, January 5, 2017 6:30 PM Eastern Center for the Performing Arts

Mr. Robert M. Tull, Jr. Principal Welcome Class of 2021 “Launching Tomorrow Today” Mr. Robert M. Tull, Jr. Principal

Introduction We are proud to be an academic high school. All of our courses meet the Common Core State Standards, prepare you for college or work, and meet NCAA eligibility requirements.

Transition from Middle School to High School

Time of Change… New courses New place, new faces, new routines More responsibilities School work will be more demanding and challenging Adolescent changes

Transition… Ask questions Talk to your counselor Continue to do well in 8th grade Attend the Freshman/Parent Night Orientation program in August Student Alliance Mentor (meet monthly)

Know the People Who Can Help You… Parents/Guardians 9th grade Vice-Principal Teachers Guidance Counselors Student Assistance Counselor (SAC) Case Managers Administrators Nurses School Resource Officers Coaches/Teammates Class & Activity Advisors Student Mentors

Keys to a Successful High School Career Attend school regularly Make responsible decisions Organization/ Time Management Develop proper study skills Complete all assignments/homework – after school help Choose an appropriate peer group Set goals for yourself

Get Involved! Student Activities, Athletics and Arts 27 Clubs and 23 Sports Opportunities to meet new people with similar values and goals Take advantage to do better - Academics, Acclimation & Peers

Parents Stay involved Guide and advise – not force Maintain communication Control pressure

Athletic Eligibility All incoming freshmen are eligible Must pass 15 credits by 1/30/18 (mid-year) Must pass 30 credits by 9/1/18 (end of freshman year) Athletic Information and On-Line Registration go to: https://www.eccrsd.us/activities/athletics/

Supervisor of Teaching and Learning Academic Levels Dr. Kristin Borda Supervisor of Teaching and Learning

Academic Levels College Prep Accelerated Honors Advanced Honors –English Only Advanced Placement

Criteria Complexity of content and pace of instruction Difficulty and amount of reading material Abstract reasoning and problem solving skills Integration of previously learned material Difficulty and frequency of homework and independent assignments Level of mastery of course proficiencies

Algebra 1 CP Students will be placed in this course based on eighth grade teacher recommendation and past performances. Scores on state assessments will also be considered. A “math lab” will be recommended for additional help during study hall.

English 1 CP Students will be placed in this course based on eighth grade teacher recommendation and past performances. Scores on state assessments will also be considered.

Please Note: Eighth grade teacher recommendations will play a pivotal role in academic level placement.

Guidelines for Special Education Programs and Placements 2017-2018 Dr. Susan Roth Director of Special Services

Special Education Programs In Class Support Pull Out Replacement Life Skills Pull out Replacement ELA (Eastern Learning Academy)

Graduation Requirements and Scheduling Timeline Mr Graduation Requirements and Scheduling Timeline Mr. Jason Susko Supervisor of Guidance

Graduation Requirements Pass all required New Jersey State Assessments – PARCC is mandatory! Earn a total of 120 credits. Pass the following courses: 4 years of Physical Education/Health 4 years of English 1 year of World History/Cultures 2 years of US History 3 years of Math 3 years of Science 1 year of World Language 1 year of Visual/Performing Arts 1 year of Career/Consumer/Family Life Skills or Vocational Technical Education ½ year of Financial Literacy Meet the attendance policy Complete the Senior Essay

A Typical Freshman Schedule… Period Subject 1 English 2 Social Studies 3 Math 4 Science 5 World Language 6 Health/PE 7 NJ Required Elective 8 Study Hall (Highly Recommended)

Bell Schedule Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Minutes Period/Time 54 7:30 - 8:24 Class 1 Class 2 Class 3 Class 4 53 Period 2 8:30 - 9:23 Period 3 9:29 - 10:23 30 Lunch A 10:23 - 10:53 Common Lunch and Learn Lunch B 10:53 - 11:23 Period 4 11:23 - 12:17 Class 5 Class 6 Class 7 Class 8 Period 5 12:23 - 1:16 Period 6 1:22 - 2:15 Drop 4 & 8 Drop 1 & 5 Drop 2 & 6 Drop 3 & 7

When selecting a course, ask: Will the course: Meet HS graduation requirements? Provide requisite knowledge for post-high school plans? Meet college entrance requirements? Meet NCAA Clearinghouse requirements?

College at Eastern! Dual Credit opportunities through “High School Plus” program Earn credits towards an Associate Degree while at Eastern through CCC and RCBC Take an abbreviated schedule senior year to begin college courses through “College Now” program See the “College at Eastern Handbook”

Course Info and Curriculum Handbook Go to “eccrsd.us”  Find the “Parents and Students” tab  Scroll down to “Course Guide”  Select “Course Selection Handbook” and “College at Eastern Handbook”

Eastern Regional Survival Guide Go to “eccrsd.us.”  Find the “Parents & Students” tab  Select “Eastern Survival Guide” Great information for anyone new to our school!

The Scheduling Timeline 2017 Overview Course Selection Meetings Voorhees………..February 27th - March 3rd Berlin ………...………….. March 7th & 8th Gibbsboro……..………………...March 9th

Freshman Transition Program Mr Freshman Transition Program Mr. Phil Smart Vice Principal, Supervisor of Technology & Student Activities

Freshman Transition Program The Freshman Summer Transition Program is designed to prepare students for the academic, social and personal changes they will experience during high school.  The program focuses on issues that include building healthy relationships, internet/social media safety, self-confidence and self-discipline, sense of belonging in the school environment, understanding post-secondary education and life-long learning, time management, organizational and study skills, team building, decision-making and self-reflection.

Two Components to the Program Summer Freshman/New Student Transition  Camp Student Alliance/Freshman Seminar

Summer Freshman Transition Camp The purpose of the summer camp is to alleviate the anxiety many students feel as they are about to begin their high school experience. How will I find my classes? Will I be able to make new friends? What are the expectations of high school teachers? How do I get involved in sports and activities? What do colleges want to see?

Summer Freshman Transition Camp 2017 The camp runs for three days: August 22, 23 and 24th from 9am to 1pm.   Our Student Alliance members will get to know our freshman class and lead the freshman in activities and lessons.  During these three days the technology department will deploy iPads to the freshman students.

Summer Freshman Transition Camp Registration Please register for the Summer Transition Camp Through Family ID Cost is $50.00 Go to: www.eccrsd.us/ Parents & Students – Class of 2021 Please be advised the transportation is not provided

Thank you for coming