1. 2016 Biomed Parent Orientation
Welcome to the family

2. PLTW Project Lead the Way Our online biomedical curriculum
One course per year
Principles of Biomedical Sciences
Must have Supplies – 2 inch binder, 8 dividers, loose-leaf paper, googles, gloves, head phones

3. NAF National Academy Foundation
National organization that regulates how our academy operates
Believes in work-based learning, advisory boards, and business partnerships with schools
Promotes college and career readiness training in the school setting

4. Courses for 9th Graders Principles of Biomedical Sciences (EOC)
Biology I
English I
Algebra I (EOC)
Civics
2 Electives: PE/Health, IBCA, Fine Arts Survey

5. So how do I help my child succeed?
Get access to your child’s PLTW and Edmodo
After school computer times – Tues. and Thurs till 3:20 p.m.
Mentor Tutoring – Have your child sign up as needed
Monitor Powerschool weekly
Use Khan Academy tutorials (khanacademy.com)

6. What if I need to meet with a teacher?
Send an – check OHS website for addresses
Call Biomed ( ) and set up appt with Mrs. Reed

7. What to expect on first day?
Be on the look out for the following pieces of paper that need to be completed and returned:
Contact info sheet
Internet Agreement
Health info sheet
Lunch forms (online or on paper)
Bahavioral /academic agreements (must sign)
Be sure you have sent copies of current shot records

8. Academy Fees $40 academy fee (yearly) Consumable supplies Awards
Copy machine
Mail items

9. Bus Routes Bus Assignments given to students at Biomed orientation
Contact me with any questions or concerns
Expect delays and issues the first week – especially if you live out of zone

10. My child’s in – What is required to stay in?
GPA – 2.0
Pass PLTW course – 68 or better final average
Behavioral/academic probation and dismissal
Follow proper Internet usage policy
10 hours of community service (must be recorded on volunteer sheet – kept on file)

11. Sign up for Remind (or be left in the dark)
Remind – notification system used by Biomed to keep parents informed of upcoming fundraisers, events, and important deadlines.
Text @ohsbiom to
Don’t forget symbol
You should receive a response back saying your enrolled

12. End of Year Trip Yearly trip out of state
Visit Biomedical site and a “fun” site
Usually a 4 day trip
Take a chartered bus
FUNDRAISING is available to offset the cost of the trip – we always have kids that raise 100% of the cost of their trip

13. End of Year Trip 2015 - Tennessee

14. Our Website

15. Questions????