1. James I. O’Neill High School – September 13,2017
open house
James I. O’Neill High School –
September 13,2017

2. Capital Project Benefits
No increase in taxes
Improved academic and athletic facilities at JIO
Modernized and safer school
21st Century facility and learning environment
Capital Project Benefits

3. Attend voter registration session on Saturday, October 7 from 10 a. m
Attend voter registration session on Saturday, October 7 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Highland Falls Library (if you’re not already registered)
Vote on Tuesday October 17 from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Highland Falls Intermediate school
Check out the website for additional information
Encourage friends and neighbors to vote as well
what you can do

4. Importance of staying involved
The more teenagers push you away, the more likely that they need you to hold firm and be a presence.
Keeping informed about what is going on in school and staying active even through high school is essential – that is why you are here!
Importance of staying involved

5. Research about ptsc involvement
“Research shows that when parents are involved in their children's education, the children are more likely to:
earn better grades.
score higher on tests.
pass their classes.
attend school regularly.
have better social skills.
show improved behavior.
be more positive in their attitude toward school.
complete homework assignments.
graduate and continue their education.” (
Research about ptsc involvement

6. Join PTSC – Forms in the School Store next to the Cafeteria
They need volunteers! Even one event per year helps.
Join the Remind Account for texts about PTSC and upcoming events.
To do so, text the to the phone number 81010
Support the PTSC by going to the school store. It is open tonight from 6-7 and during lunch periods.
Join committees at the school as well.
Get Involved

7. Other Ways to Be Involved
Join your child’s teachers’ Google Classrooms or their Remind accounts
your child’s teachers/counselors whenever you have questions or concerns
Follow the parent portal account
Keep school informed about any issues going on at home
Keep informed about your child’s homework, but let them take responsibility
Ask questions about them, their social interactions, specific learning settings. Avoid being judgmental.
Other Ways to Be Involved

8. stay Informed Follow Ms. Brand on Twitter: @JIOprincipal
Other Twitter feeds to
Check out the school web page for updated information, announcements, news, etc.
Read Ms. Brand’s Blog in the Principal’s Corner (under the “Our School” Tab of the School’s web page)
stay Informed

9. School Safety Protocol
If you plan to visit someone in the school, be sure to call ahead to make an appointment.
Must have picture ID.
Goal: to keep students, faculty and staff safe at all times.
Please be patient and allot time for this process if you are picking up your child from school
All parking must be in the visitor’s lot
School Safety Protocol

10. Extra support Expanded Day (Tuesday-Friday) Regents Prep Courses
NHS Tutoring Program
Athletic Study Hall
Khan Academy
Subject area support
PSAT/SAT support
Extra support

11. Upcoming events PTSC Opening Meeting – Tuesday, September 19 at 7 p.m.
PSATs –
Wednesday, October 11
School starts regular time, shortened day
Sophomores and Juniors - free
Freshmen (limited spots) – first-come, first-serve. $16
Seniors – College workshops
Freshmen – field trip to local college for tour
Letters will be coming home in mail
Upcoming events

12. Colonel Andrew Hanson West Point Garrison Commander
How to become more connected to life on base
Colonel Andrew Hanson

13. During study halls or lunch breaks in your child’s schedule:
Refreshments donated by faculty to thank you for your participation
Information about the parent portal and the Chromebook insurance policy – with Dr. Tejedor and Mrs. Clark in library
PTSC sign up table
Guidance Counselors available to answer questions
Safe Homes of Orange County
Assistance with free and reduced lunch applications - Ms. Cora Oberst
Drop off completed parent surveys in the marked box in the library or outside the auditorium.
In the library