1. Welcome Class of 2021 The Freshman Academy
School Year
Matawan Regional High School
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2. What is the Freshman Academy?????

3. A Team Approach to Learning…

4. MISSION
To assist the incoming freshmen in making a successful transition into high school, become lifelong learners and meet the rigorous high school academic standards.

5. How do we achieve this???
Providing programs and supports designed to address the unique needs of the 9th grade student.
Goals of:
Increased Academic Achievement
Social-Emotional Development

6. STRUCTURE Collaborative Planning
Dedicated Administrator Dedicated Counselor Dedicated Team of Teachers ENGLISH HISTORY SCIENCE MATH
Collaborative
Planning

7. TEAM APPROACH Weekly Meetings Collaborative Planning
Department
Parent
Collaborative Planning
Coordinate Lessons/ Projects
Timelines
Collaborative Interventions
Student Action Plans
Intervention & Referral Services

8. PURPOSE Build Rapport Nourish Student Growth
Academically
Socially
Emotionally
Create a sense of unity and community within the freshman class
Team Challenges
Grade Level Competitions
Trans-Disciplinary Lessons/ Themes
Early Intervention

9. BENEFITS Increased Academic Achievement
Increased Student Attendance, Attitudes and Behavior
Promotes positive feelings about self and others
Stronger Student-Teacher Relationships

10. 2016-2017 Highlights Orientation Program Freshman Team Challenge
Anti-Bullying Campaign
Team Assemblies
Group Counseling
Academic Classroom Presentations
Introduction to Naviance
Monmouth University Leadership Conference
Peer Tutoring
“Good Apples” Program
Battle of the Classes
Elevate Education Program
Steered Straight Program
The Honorable Husky

11. What’s New for 2017-2018 Civic Leadership Transition Program
August 24th
Finding your Way/ Goal Planning
October 11th
Respect/ Team Challenge
November 8th
Citizenship
December 21st
Gratitude
January 12th
Choice & Accountability
February 15th
Integrity
March 8th
Relationships
April 9th
Tolerance and Acceptance
May 24th
Self Discipline
June 1st
Goal Review

12. What’s New for 2017-2018 Career Empowerment The Honorable Husky
Study Skills
College & Career Exploration
Financial Literacy
The Honorable Husky
Student Incentive Program

13. ORIENTATION PROGRAM The Goal of Today’s Program was to….
Co-Curricular Fair
Scavenger Hunt
Classroom Activities
Civic Leadership
Ice Breaker Activities
Guided Tour
Goal Setting Activity
Learning Style Quiz

14. TODAY’S MESSAGE
Fresh Start
Take Accountability
Get Involved
Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Help!!!

15. What you need to know…

16. STUDENT EXPECTATIONS Adhere to the student handbook
Possess accountability and pride in their behavior and academics
Explore their interests in extra curricular activities
Engage and take ownership in their education
Communicate with their parents on their progress
Major problems from last year: attendance, dress code, lateness, HW, food in class, electronic devices.
Discuss chain of command

17. PARENT EXPECTATIONS Review Student Agenda Stay In-Touch Parent Portal
Parent/ Teacher Communication
Activities
Get/ Stay Involved!!!

18. SPORTS, CLUBS & ACTIVITIES
Athletic Participation
Fall/ Winter/ Spring
Eligibility
High School
College
Informational Session for the College Bound Student Athlete 8/30/2017
Co-Curricular Clubs

19. STUDENT PERSONNEL SERVICES
Graduation Requirements
Testing Requirements
Academic Supports
Social-Emotional Supports
School Counselors
Student Assistance Coordinator
Effective School Solutions
YMCA

20. Concerns that students may seek assistance for may include:
 Depression
Anxiety
 Grief/Loss
 Substance Abuse
 Family Problems
 Social Skills
 Abuse/Neglect
 Self-Esteem
 Crisis Intervention
 Anger Management

21. In Closing….

22. COMMUNICATION IS KEY!!!
Personalize for North and South – talk about as the best way to communicate with personnel

23. Thank You!!!! It’s a Great Day to be a Husky! Michael C. Wells
Assistant Principal