WELCOME FUTURE SILVER 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

Pd. 1 Pd. 2 Pd.3 Pd. 4 Pd. 1 Pd. 2 Pd.3 Pd. 4 English 9 Math Social Studies Science P.E Sample Schedule Computer Application World Language Intro to Woods Oral ComBeg. Pottery Family & Consumer Sci.

Sample Music Schedule Zero Hr. Wt. Trng Zero Hr. Wt. Trng Zero Hr. Wt. Trng Zero Hr. Wt, Trng Block 1English 9 Algebra Block 2Music/FFL Music/OC Block 3Physical Science Geoscience.CivicsIntro to Geography Block 4Intro to Woods Computer App German 1

Freshmen Registration – Class of 2013 February 9 th (A-K) February 10 th (L-Z) 3:30- 6:30pm Southwest High School

LPS 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: Use the LSW Planning Guide to view course descriptions. Use the LSW Planning Guide to view course descriptions.LSW Planning Guide LSW Planning Guide 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 your registration. Use instructions for online access to complete your registration. The closing date for online registration for freshmen is midnight on Monday, February 23rd. The closing date for online registration for freshmen is midnight on Monday, February 23rd.

Instructions for on-line registration access: 1. Go to the Lincoln Public Schools’ web site ( Click on High Schools link. 3. Click on Southwest High School link ( Click on LSW On-line registration link. 5. Click on Registration for Incoming Freshmen link. 6. Click on the Direct access to the incoming freshmen registration link to assess the registration window.

Instructions for on-line registration access: 1. Log in using your Student ID and Ulocker/Docushare student password. 2. To find course listings: click on the Drop Down button and select curriculum area. 3. Click on Course Description if you need course information. 4. Click and drag the course to the Select Courses box. Note the credit count on this box at the bottom of the screen. 5. Once you have enrolled in 80 credits, select 3-4 alternate classes and put into the Alternate Courses box. 6. To remove a selected or alternate course, click and drag the course to the Remove Basket at the bottom of the screen. 7. When course selections have been confirmed, you will see a screen that shows your requests and LPS requirements. Please print this screen. 8. Make sure you click on the Done button; otherwise your course selections will be lost. 9. The registration window will be open from February You can log back in and make course selection changes during this time. 10. If you have questions, click on the HELP 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 more days, you must contact the Attendance office to request homework. Please call school in the morning. Your student’s teachers will be contacted in order for them to have work 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/her missing work when absent in order to be successful in 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 take advantage 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 s 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 , telephone number and address on census form Teacher voic is available for your convenience Initiate communication with teachers whenever necessary

Appropriate Communication School: Staff can communicate with families via , 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 Explore 1. Spend time with Department chairs or representatives 2. 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 own 5. Registration sessions – February 9 (A-K) and February 10 (L-Z). All sessions will occur at LSW.

Online Registration Guidelines for online registration – – Evening sessions will be available for those families who would like additional information &/or do not have internet access Monday, February 9 th (A-K)Tuesday, February 10 th (L-Z)

Finally……. Thank you for coming to Future Hawk Night!