1. Freshman Orientation July 27, 2015

2. Administrators Principal Assistant Principals Mr. Morrow Ms. Alexander Mr. Crump

3. Freshman Academy Team Members Coordinator Ms. Lee sslee@cps.edu Teachers English Ms. Gee Algebra Mr. Whitcomb Algebra Ext. Mr. Brooks History Mr. Fiksdal Science Mrs. Alvarez Reading Mrs. Beverly Diverse Learners Mrs. Muhammad

4. Freshman Counselor Ms. Gayle McKnight gdmcknight@cps.edu 773-534-9007

5. Counselors Mrs. Banks-Lincoln – TV Broadcast, Cosmetology Mr. Evans – Auto Body & Auto Technology Mr. Evans – Auto Body & Auto Technology Medical, Allied Health Medical, Allied Health Ms. Gomez – Culinary Arts, Hospitality Ms. Gomez – Culinary Arts, Hospitality Ms. McKnight – Architect Design, Carpentry Plumbing Plumbing Post Secondary Coach – Mrs. Sandifer-Horton

6. Freshman Year Completion Requirements Core ClassesNon-Core Classes English I AlgebraBiology World Studies P.E. I or ROTC I Music or Art Computer Readiness 3 1/2 credits earned each semester 7 credits earned to be in good standing Less than 5 credits classifies you as a demote

7. Attendance Students are to attend school everyday that classes are in session and be on time. Classes begin at 8:10 and ends at 3:16 Arrive at 7:45 to be in class on time. Your attendance greatly affects your grades. Good Attendance = Good Grades!

8. Attendance Counts Be on time for school Attend all classes Attend all classes Talk to your teachers and ask for help if needed. Talk to your teachers and ask for help if needed. Make academics your top priority. Make academics your top priority. Data provided by The Consortium on Chicago School Research at the University of Chicago, July,2007

11. Check Your Grades and Attendance UsernamePassword Access the Student and Parent Portal at: https://www.parent.cps.k12.il.us https://www.parent.cps.k12.il.us First Initial, Middle Initial, Last Name Cps + Student ID #

12. Graduation Requirements 4 credits of English 3 credits of Math 3 credits of Science 3 credits of Social Studies 2 credits of (the same) World Language 2 credits of P.E. or ROTC 2 credits of Fine Arts 5 credits of CTE shop 2 credits of Electives 26 Credits Total

13. Non-Credit Requirements Driver’s Education Public Law 195 Public Law 195 Consumer Education Consumer Education 40 Service Learning Hours 40 Service Learning Hours ACT Exam ACT Exam FAFSA Completion FAFSA Completion Postsecondary readiness Postsecondary readiness

14. REACH Assessments Measures baseline and growth of information covered throughout the year Given in English I and Algebra I classes Testing will be at the beginning and end of the year

15. PARCC Exam Measures student progress toward new Illinois learning standards All Freshmen take this exam Students will test online in English I and Algebra I Testing will be in the spring of the year

16. Discipline All students are governed by the CPS Uniform Discipline Code. Student Code of Conduct booklets will be distributed at a later date. distributed at a later date.

17. Important Dates To Remember Progress Report Distribution Q1 on October 9, 2015 Q3 on March 11, 2016 Q2 on January 8, 2015 Q4 on May 20, 2016 Parent Teacher Conferences Q1 on Thursday, November 19, 2015 Q3 on Thursday, April 14, 2015 Report Card Distribution Q2 on February 11,2016 Q4 on June 21, 2016

18. Mercy-Dunbar Health Center Located on the second floor of the school A variety of services are available Staffed by: A Physician A Clinical Social Worker Nurse Practitioners A Health Promotion Specialist Nurse Practitioners A Health Promotion Specialist Administrative Staff Administrative Staff A signed parent/guardian consent form on file is required Call 312-225-6592 for an appointment

19. DRESS CODE Black polo shirts Khaki colored pants Any color shoes but no flip-flops or thongs Present cleanliness, and neatness at all times Uniforms must be worn each day.

20. Gym Uniform The DVCA Gym Uniform must be worn to all PE classes Navy shorts and a Gold T-shirt Athletic Shoes

21. School Fees $165 - Activity Fee, Lab Fee, Student ID, School Lock, Personal Supplies (Cash or Money Order Only) Personal Supplies (Cash or Money Order Only) $25 - Gym (PE) Suit ( Separate Money Order or Cash) $50 -Yearbook (Optional – Separate Money Order or Cash) $3 - Bus Cards (Separate Money Order or Cash) $15 - Uniform Shirt (Separate Money Order or Cash) $25 – Uniform Hooded Sweatshirts (Separate Money Order or Cash) (Separate Money Order or Cash)

22. Keys to Student Success Be in school everyday Take your binder to every class Take responsibility for your work Be organized Create a study plan Be prepared Have a positive attitude Take ownership of your education Communicate with your teachers Be respectful and open to differences

23. Resources http://chooseyourfuture.org/high-schoolhttp://chooseyourfuture.org/freshman-yearhttp://chooseyourfuture.org/fresh-start-guide-book-freshmen