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Welcome Newtown High School Class of 2022
Ninth Grade Academy Freshman Orientation 2018
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Newtown High School Preparing your student for College & Career since 1897
Principal: Mr. John Ficalora Highlights: Assistant Principals Small Learning Communities Guidance Counselors 100+ Teachers Instructional Support Services Multiple Student Support Systems Health Center
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Who We Are… Mrs. Tsouristakis
Assistant Principal for The Ninth Grade Academy & Social Studies Department Ms. J. Schneider Guidance Counselor for the NGA Ms. L. Jimenez Lead Teacher for the NGA & Social Studies Teacher Mr. Fanourgiakis & Mr. Haussermann Deans for the NGA
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Who We Are… Mr. T. Reilly Coordinator of Student Activities & English Teacher Ms. Griselda Zapata Parent Coordinator Mr. M. Spyrou Queens Community House Ms. M. Ortiz SAPIS Counselor
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Guest Speakers Ms. Zapata Security/School Rules Ms. Ortiz Mr. Spyrou
Health Center Representative Mr. Kouril Mr. Reilly
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What Does My Student Need For Day One?
Student Program ID Card Metro Card (first week) Notebook Pens Pencils Folder
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Open Communication is THE KEY!
Guidance Counselor Teachers Support Staff Pupil Path Edmodo Remind & Website Parent Coordinator Translators Report Cards Progress Reports
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Important Dates to Remember
September 17th – Meet the Teacher/Curriculum Night Student Progress Updates – 6 Progress Reports & 6 Report Cards – check Pupil Path! Parent Teacher Conferences – Fall (November) & Spring (March) School calendar coming soon
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A Small Learning Community JUST FOR YOU!
What Makes Us Special A Small Learning Community JUST FOR YOU! Dedicated Assistant Principal, Guidance Counselor, Deans, & Teachers Meet to discuss How BEST to Assist YOUR Student Instructional Support Services Advanced Placement For All College Prep Courses
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What Makes Us Special Trips/School Events
Tutoring – ALL YEAR & Specialized Regents Tutoring Saturday Academy Personalized attention to meet all needs Clubs/Sports Teams Health Center Queens Community House & SPARK Counselors National Honor Society – ARISTA
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Guidance Counselor Ms. J. Schneider
Focus – academic & emotional well-being of your student We are invested in your child’s future – aim for 85% average or higher with at least 90% attendance ALL 9th graders – 9 period a day – all major subjects, lunch & an elective School Day – 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM Credit Accumulation – guide your student to graduation Become a well-rounded student – GET INVOLVED Multiple opportunities for parent involvement – we hope to see you here
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Give Something Back Foundation
National non-profit organization FULL TUTITION COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS at several partner schools Last year – SEVEN 9th Graders were awarded this scholarship Mentors recipients through high school and beyond 85% average needed to apply More information in September
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What’s Available Today
Students – tour of the building ID Cards – cafeteria Gym Uniforms – school store Dental Screening – lobby Question & Answers – auditorium SAPIS/Social Worker Presentation – Student Mental Health
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