1. 9 th Grade Class of 2020 Welcome!

2. Luella High School will graduate each student college and career ready - life ready. Luella High School’s Mission

3. Ms. Stephanie Williams, Ed.S, LPC 11 years Counseling Experience 4 years Teaching Youth Advocate My mission is to advocate for equity for all students. I will strive to implement and support programs that assist students with overcoming barriers so that they are successful in high school and beyond. My Values: I value character development for students. I value supportive relationships between educators and students. I value positive parental and community involvement. Your Counselor swilliams@henry.k12.ga.us

4. Student’s Last Name Assistant Principal A – L Dr. Daniels I – P Mr. Cooper Q – Z Mr. Nash 9 th Grade Administrators Principal, Mr. Smith

5. Mrs. LewisAdministrative Assistant Ms. HickeyLead counselor (11 th grade students) Mr. Hackney10 th grade counselor Ms. Kenner12 th grade counselor Ms. Williams9 th Grade counselor Mr. RaderSocial Worker Support Department

6. Attendance Academics Connection to the school environment –Relationships –School Activities Discipline Read the Student Hand book. 4 factors that impact 9 th grade success.

7. Counseling Services Counseling Referrals (from: teachers/parents) Crisis Intervention Individual Counseling Small Group Counseling Academic Advisement Classroom Guidance Career Information and Exploration (field trips) Post-Secondary Planning (Bridge Bill) Graduation Plan

8. Academic Success -Academics (graduation requirements and graduation plans) -Study skills -Test Taking Skills -Learning Styles -Organizational Skills -Attendance -Discipline -Career Planning -College Planning Things I talk to students about…

9. Personal Challenges & Celebrations –Stress Management –Strategies for making good decisions –Conflict resolution strategies –Character Development –Life Skills –Emotional Well being –Physical Well being Things I talk to students about…

10. Kennesaw State University- September 13, 2016 Mercer University- November 9, 2016 Middle Georgia State University - February 8, 2017 Counseling Field Trips

11. High school grading is different from Middle School!!! Which grades have the highest % ? Assessments (Test Grades) –Class work is to introduce students to new content and skills. –Homework is for students to practice what they have learned. –Tests (Assessments) – are for students to show mastery of what they have learned. Students will not pass the class by doing extra course work. Students MUST PASS their ASSESSMENTS (TESTS)…. Grading…

12. What is your child’s learning style?

13. What we will explore this semester…

14. Are you organized? Good Study Habits begin with being prepared for class ( Tip#1 ) Where do you study every day? How do you study for “each” subject? Studying is not the same as doing homework!!! ( Tip #2 ) Get Tutoring help ASAP ( Tip #3 ) Take advantage of Instructional Focus each day (11:40a – 1:40p) Study Habits

15. Supports Personalized Learning Students rotate to a different class period each day. – The rotation is listed on the school’s website During this period, students may schedule to: – Meet with any of their teachers for additional support. – Study – Complete Homework – Work on class projects – Meet with the counselor Instructional Focus – 11:40a.m – 1:40pm

16. The PSAT will be administered on Wednesday, October 19 9 th grade students may choose to take the exam. –This test is not mandatory for 9 th graders. $15.00 cash or money order Fall Testing

17. Ninth graders must earn a minimum of 5 credits at the end of the year to be promoted to 10 th grade. Students are scheduled for 6 classes (1.0 credit per class). –It is VERY IMPORTANT to check your infinite campus grade book portal often. This will help you to stay on top of your progress in each class. Students who are off track for grade level promotion will not be allowed to play sports. PROMOTION REQUIRMENTS

18. Option 1 – Request to meet with me during Instructional Focus. -Walk ins during lunch “Eat First”. Option 2 - Complete the “Request to see the Counselor slip” –Place the slip in “my box” out side my door and proceed to class. –I will try to meet with you that day or within 24 hours. Option 3 – Email me at: swilliams@henry.k12.ga.usswilliams@henry.k12.ga.us CRISIS situations will be handled immediately. If I am not available, students will meet with another counselor or the social worker. Students….How to communicate with the counselor?

19. To meet with the counselor only –Parents may email or call me to schedule an appointment. (swilliams@henry.k12.ga.us) / (770-898-9822)swilliams@henry.k12.ga.us To meet with teachers –Parents may call the school to schedule an appointment. Ask for Ms. Lewis (770-898-9822) Parent Conferences

20. School & Counselor Communication Sign up for REMIND TEXT: luella20 to 81010

21. Leave your email address to receive a copy of the power point. It will also be posted to the school’s web page. Thank you!! Ms. Williams swilliams@henry.k12.ga.us Email…