1. Freshman Parent kNight
Knightdale High School of Collaborative Design
General Welcome
CKH
Review Agenda

2. Student Services Team Kristy Ratliff, Dean of Students
Jessica Martz, Student Assistance Program (SAP) Counselor
Erica Clarkson, School Counselor (A-F)
Kate Davis, School Counselor (G-N)
Jessica Holmes, School Counselor(O-Z)
Tasia Sanders, 9th grade School Counselor
Jamal Carr, Graduation Coach
Sonya Meeks, Career Development Coordinator
Laura Albrecht, STEM Program Coordinator for 9th Grade Students
Lavonne Barrett, Data Manager
Joanne Minori, Guidance Technician
Paulette Smith, Registrar
Every member of students services present will stand.

3.
School #:
to 81010
@tasia_sanders @KHSCDcounselors
Contact Info.

4. What one word would you use to describe your (your student’s) transition to high school?
What questions do you still have about high school?
Journal
Distribute cards to write down questions.
Process the Journal during Q&A breakout session.

5. Good Things!

6. Driver’s Education

7. Student Services Website
Click on Students
Click on Student Services
Click on Grade Level Information
Click on Freshmen
Show how to navigate the website.

8. Freshman Leadership Institute

9. Freshman Year Schedule
Core Classes, Freshman Seminar, and H/PE (A Day/ B Day; Year long)
Electives (Semester)
4x4 Block (Semester) next year

10. Link Crew

11. WCPSS STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL
Strategic Plan: 95% graduation by 2020
Every Student College Ready
Freshmen Goal: 8 for 8
WCPSS STRATEGIC PLAN

12. Graduation Requirements
1 credit=1 class
English- 4 credits
Math- 4 credits
Science- 3 credits
Social Studies- 4 credits
Second Language- not required for graduation BUT 2 credits in same language required for UNC school admission
Health and PE- 1 credit
Electives- 10 credits
26 Credits
Distribute a copy of Grad/Promotion requirements to parents and students.

13. Promotion Requirements
10th Grade- 6 credits
11th Grade- 12 credits
12th Grade- 18 credits

14. Grading Scale and GPA Points

15. 8 for 8 8
By June 9, 2017, I will have passed all 8 of my classes with a ____ or higher.

16. Attendance & Emotional Health
Knightdale High School of Collaborative Design
Jessica Martz, SAP

17. Attendance & Emotional Health
The Teenage Brain
Basic Needs
Coping Skills
Social Media
Peer Conflict and KHSCD mediation
Programming

18. Clubs and Organizations
Knightdale High School of Collaborative Design

19. Top 10 Reasons to Join a Club
1. You'll learn more about yourself
2.You'll learn people skills also known as "soft"skills
3. You'll learn how to work in a team
4. You'll get networking opportunities
5. You'll gain leadership skills

20. Top 10 Reasons to Join a Club
6. You'll get a break from studying
7. You'll expand your resume
8. You'll be able to use the skills you learn in class
9. You'll be able to give back to the community
10.You'll have fun!!!!

21. Freshman Year Checklist
___ Research colleges, majors, and careers.
___ Visit colleges and meet with college representatives.
___ Create a CFNC.org account and explore the website.
___ Research and begin preparing for the PSAT, PLAN, SAT, and ACT.
___ Get involved at school and in your community.
___ Set a goal to pass all 8 classes.
___ Meet individually with your school counselor.

22. Breakout sessions
Pathway to College Through High School- SAP Counselor Jessica Martz will provide a college preparation timeline for parents and students.
How to Help Your Student During HS Years- Graduation Coach Jamal Carr will give parents tips on how to support their students in high school.
Q&A- KHSCD stakeholders will be available to answer your questions.