1. Welcome to Freshman Parent orientation
Class of 2021

2. HS administrators Matt Durst – Principal
Scott Carpenter – Assistant Principal

3. HS SCHOOL COUNSELORS Mr. Cody Masters – last names A-G
Mrs. Liz Adams – last names H-N
Ms. Brandi Cooper – last names O-Z
*Caseloads have shifted for the class of 2021

4. Granville Schools is learning for life.
Our mission
Granville Schools is learning for life.

5. 10 Steps to success at gHS

6. #1 – Chart the course 4-year planning meetings:
Meet with your school counselor to make a flexible plan for HS courses
Emphasis should be placed on appropriate course selection
Balance vs. Rigor

7. #1 – Chart the course Types of Diplomas: Honors high school diploma
College Preparatory high school diploma
Honors high school diploma
Global Scholars high school diploma

8. #1 – Chart the course Knowing the Requirements for Graduation
Students must pass the following:
4 credits of English
4 credits of Math (including Algebra 2)
3 credits of Science
3 credits of Social Studies
½ credit of Health
½ credit of Physical Education
5 credits of Electives
1 credit of Fine Arts during grades 7-12
1 course in Financial Literacy during grades 9-12

9. Three Pathways to a Diploma
1. Passing Ohio’s State Tests 2. Earning a college-ready score on the SAT or ACT 3. Showing Workforce Readiness

10. Ohio’s State tests Requirements
Graduation Pathway Option #1
Students will take 7 state tests over four years, as follows:
English 9 (Lit Survey & Comp)
English 10 (World Lit & Comp)
Algebra 1
Geometry
US History
American Government
Biology

11. Ohio’s state tests 18 cumulative points required on the 7 state tests
Graduation
Pathway Option #1
18 cumulative points required on the 7 state tests
Point breakdown by subject/test
Math – 4 point minimum
English – 4 point minimum
Social Studies/Science – 6 point minimum

12. College readiness ACT SAT English – 18 Math – 22 Reading – 22
Graduation Pathway Option #2
ACT
English – 18
Math – 22
Reading – 22
GHS Composite Average = 25.2
SAT
Math – 520 (GHS avg = 569)
Reading – 450 (GHS avg = 561)
Writing 430 (GHS avg = 546)

13. Graduation Pathway Option #3
Workforce readiness
Earn a credential Meet a minimum score on a job-skills assessment MUCH more info on this pathway posted on ODE website

14. Freshman Testing for
Ohio’s State Test in any of 7 areas listed
English 1 (Lit Survey and Comp)
Algebra 1 OR Geometry
US History
Biology

15. Ongoing testing
PSAT National Merit competition as junior ACT/SAT Junior/senior year State-funded ACT as junior

16. #2 – Get connected Email Communication is our #1 method
Parent Newsletter Sign-Up
Weekly Newsletter from Matt
Daily Announcements
Website Tour (
Schoology
Twitter is not just for the “kids”
@ghsblueaces
@GV_Blue_Aces (athletics)

17. #2 – Get Connected
Parent Portal gives one-stop shopping with access to: Parent Internet Viewer (PIV) PIV up-to-date? Issues? Lisa Fitch PayForIt Issues? Donna Fouch Schoology Student schedules, bus numbers

18. #2 – get connected Curriculum Night (Open House)
August 6:30 PM
Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences
October 19, February 15
“Nothing about you, without you”

19. #3 – Keeping a pulse Monday night Schoology meetings
Student runs the meeting
Log into Schoology, view calendar, map the week
Open communication lines with teachers
is best first contact
Talk before you NEED to talk
Communication chain (teacher, counselor, principal)
Proactive vs. Reactive

20. #3 – Keeping a pulsE with extra help
ISP/504/IEP
Peer tutoring
Help Labs
ISP
Teacher help sessions
help labs (science, math,
English, global language),
mentoring during study hall,
tutoring during study hall by mentors
Very individualized
and focused
Focused on individual and small groups
All students

21. #3 – Keeping a pulse
CALENDAR AND BELL SCHEDULES: All available on GEVSD website calendar Sync with your mobile device

22. #3 – Keeping a pulse WEDNESDAY SCHEDULES: Regular Schedule
First Wednesday of the month
See the website calendar for specifics
Late Arrival
All (most) other Wednesdays
School starts at 9 am
Buses run at normal times
Supervised SH in commons
Why? Staff collaboration and integration

23. #3 – Keeping a pulsE EXAM TIME: What are exams? What are they worth?
Summative tests at the end of the semester covering material from that semester
What are they worth?
20% of semester grade
When are they?
*December 18-20
May 25, 29, 30
Varied schedule on exams days

24. #4 – Jump through hoops PAPERWORK NEEDS:
Emergency Med Form (complete and save)
Please turn in ASAP if you haven’t already
Band, fall sports only submit one
Extracurricular Substance Use Testing Forms
Forms available on GHS website

25. #5 – Know the game ATTENDANCE:
If your student will not be sitting in his/her seat at 8 am:
Call to report the absence
We appreciate advanced notification of Doc appts (via phone or –
Automated calling for unexcused absences
10/20 Attendance Rule

26. #5 – Know the game TARDY POLICY: Tardies & Extracurriculars
Unexcused tardy after 8:20 AM requires a parent note/call
Tardies & Extracurriculars
8:20 AM arrival and no more than 2 unexcused tardies
Present 8 periods to play
Present 4 periods to practice
Exceptions approved in advance

27. #5 – Know the game Extracurricular Eligibility Example
Student A
Student B
Student C
Course
Credits
Algebra I
1.0 C B D
English 9
Biology
US History
Spanish 2 F PE
0.25
GPA
2.0
2.45
OHSAA eligible?
Yes No
Granville eligible?
No, but can use a waiver

28. #5 – Know the game STUDENT MANAGEMENT PHILOSOPHY:
Effective behavior modification =
Reward + Reminder
Reward
PAX-it notes
Weekly drawing
Reminder
Demerit system

29. #5 – Know the game STUDENT MANAGEMENT: 24/7/365 policy
Code of Academic Integrity
Dress Code
Extracurricular Substance Abuse Policy
24/7/365 policy
Extracurricular Substance Use Testing Policy

30. #5 – Know the game BACKPACKS: Allowed to and from school
Must stay in locker during the day
Purses and pencil cases allowed
Sleeves or form-fitting carrying devices for Chromebooks

31. #6 – Begin with the end In mind
Career Exploration:
9th Grade Lesson in English classes
Ohio Means Jobs
Career Pathways
Naviance
CollegeBoard
Freshman Planning Calendar

32. #6 – Begin with the end In mind
Conduct classroom lessons throughout 10th-12th grade on the college search process for students
Materials will be packaged for students on Schoology after each lesson
Provide presentations for parents (grades 9-12) on the college search process
Meet individually with students to provide college/career advising
Assist in the college search and application process

33. #6 – Begin with the end In mind
What do I need to know about college right now?
Setting themselves up for success
- Having a strong 9th grade year
- Track activities and accomplishments
College talks
- Starting the conversation now
- April - Attend Licking County College Fair at C-TEC
PSAT (Preliminary SAT) – practice for actual SAT
Attending helpful parent nights
- November – College Information Night

34. #7 – Network
Find 5 sets of parents with similar values re: use of substances
I know my student will not be permitted to use
I know my student will not have access
“Group” mentality
Call ahead to parents outside of your “group”
Healthy mistrust

35. #8 – Unplug Electronic Media Curfew Power down for one hour
No media in the bedroom
Dedicate the bedroom to sleep
Exit survey results
Electronics restrictions (86% without)
Avg hours of sleep per night (46% get 6 or fewer hrs)

36. #9 – Be old fashioned
Family norms EX: No phones at dinner Eat dinner together as much as possible Carve out dedicated family time together every week Your students need this time with you…and they probably won’t ever say that

37. #10 – Be well Your student’s well-being is important to us
No HW breaks (November, December, February, March)
We create action plans that constantly evolve for students in collaboration with:
Teachers
Administration
Parents
Mental Health Professionals
We address issues including stress and time management, anxiety, depression, disordered eating behaviors, bullying, and drug and alcohol use.
Myth Busting:
Every GHS freshman has 3 hours of homework each night
My child must be involved in every extracurricular we offer
My child must take every AP offering
Everyone has a 4.0 and is in the top 10 percent
C-TEC/OSU-N are lousy
Pressure vs. Stress (pressure turns coal into diamonds)

38. To consider 10% increase on standardized test scores?
Math & Science 4 yrs vs. 3 yrs.
Read at least 10 books/school year
Homework Time = 1-2 hrs/day including Study Hall
Receiving Extra Help

39. Final thoughts Summer Reading Homework and Course Rigor Involvement
Biggest change for freshmen
Involvement
Communication