AnnvilleCleona Secondary School New Student Orientation Please pick

• Annville-Cleona Secondary School • New Student Orientation Please pick up handouts as you enter. Tuesday, August 19, 2014 7: 00 PM in Secondary School Cafeteria District Mission: “We are collaborative 21 st Century learners developing the diverse talents, abilities, and values of our students to prepare for successful lives as contributing responsible citizens. ”

Introductions/Welcome ADMINISTRATION: 867 -7700 Mr. David Wright, High School Principal Mrs. Rachel Sprouse, Assistant Principal Mr. Thomas Long, Athletic Director/Assistant Principal COUNSELORS: 867 -7700, option 4 or extension 4954 Mrs. Andrea Irvin, Middle School Counselor (7 & 8) Mrs. Laura Brooks, High School Counselor (A-K) Mr. Bryan Mc. Watters, High School Counselor (L-Z) Mrs. Maureen Long, Counselors’ Secretary

Agenda 1. Introductions/Welcome 2. Guests 3. A-C’s Middle School Program 4. A-C’s High School Program 5. A-C Athletics 6. Building Tours

Meet… Mrs. Ester Zechman– Music Booster Club President and Cross Country Club President Mrs. Kelly Flowers - CTC Mrs. Becky Hearsey, Academic Boosters

Student Arrival/Dismissal Doors open at 7: 05 A. M. 1 st Period: 7: 40 AM (HS), 7: 30 AM (MS) General Attendance Information n Direct Line to Mrs. Shanaman: 867 -7700 option 1 Students dismissed at 2: 30 P. M. Entrances/Exits n n n Walkers: Auditorium & Gymnasium Entrances, Bus Entrance Student Drop-off: Gymnasium Entrance Bus Students: Bus Entrance

MS Schedule 9 Period Day n 7 th Grade Lunch n n 8 th Grade Lunch n n Period 4, preceded by 10 -minute flex time Period 7, preceded by 10 -minute flex time Middle School Enrichment n Period 9 Period 1: 7: 30 – 8: 24 Period 2: 8: 27 – 9: 10 Period 3: 9: 13 – 9: 56 Period 4: 9: 59 – 10: 42 Period 5: 10: 45 – 11: 28 Period 6: 11: 31 – 12: 15 Period 7: 12: 18 – 1: 00 Period 8: 1: 03 – 1: 45 Period 9: 1: 48 – 2: 30

HS Schedule 8 Period Day n n No 5 th Period 6: n n n A, B, C

Middle School Curriculum Pathway 7 th Grade Cores 7 th Grade Creative Arts English 7 (Mrs. Adams) Pre. Algebra or Algebra I (Mrs. Fulkerson) Social Studies 7 (Ms. Tillman) Earth & Space Science (Mr. Simon) Math Lab (Mrs. Felty) Reading Lab (Mrs. Heller) Health and Physical Education (Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Sutcliffe, and Mr. Lelek) Computer Applications (Mrs. Rothstein) Music 7 (Miss Strouse) FCS 7 (Mrs. Zerman) Technology (Mr. Perkowski)

Middle School Curriculum Pathway 8 th Grade Cores 8 th Grade Creative Arts English 7 (Mrs. Phelps) Algebra IA, Algebra I, Geometry (Mr. Shyda) American History I (Mr. Miller) Physical Science (Mr. Yeany) Math Lab (Mrs. Felty) Reading Lab (Mrs. Heller) Health and Physical Education (Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Sutcliffe, and Mr. Lelek) Computer Applications (Mrs. Rothstein) Art 8 (Mrs. Flemming) FCS 8 (Miss Kreider) Agriculture (Mr. Gettle)

9 th Grade Course Offerings Refer to page 8 in the 14 -15 Curriculum Guide on www. acschools. org 9 th Grade Cores CP English, Honors English 9 (Mrs. Brown) Algebra IB, Algebra II (Mrs. Atkins); Geometry (Mr. Lamb); Algebra I (Mr. Gingrich) American History II (Mr. Raudensky) Life Science (Mr. Metzgar) PE 9/10 (Mr. Lelek or Mrs. Smith)

Core Graduation Requirements Refer to page 5 in the 14 -15 Curriculum Guide on www. acschools. org 25 Total Credits Necessary for HS Graduation (College Prep and Academic Tech Prep) § 4 English §. 5 Health § 4 Math §. 5 Family & Consumer Science § 4 Social Studies* § 1 Fine Arts § 4 Science** § 1 Technology § 1 Physical Education § Various Electives *Seniors attending a full or half day at the may be excused from Grade 12 Social Studies in order to fulfill CTC program requirements. **Beginning with the class of 2017, four Science credits will be required.

Core Graduation Requirements Continued… Students are REQUIRED to pass 3 core Keystone Exams in order to graduate – Biology, Algebra I, and Literature Recent legislation mandated successful performance on these assessments

Class Standing § High School students must schedule a minimum of 6. 5 credits in each of their 4 years. § § Grade 9 to 10 Grade 10 to 11 Grade 11 to 12 Grade 12 to Graduation Minimum 4 credits Minimum 11 credits Minimum 18 credits Minimum 25 credits Refer to page 6 in the 14 -15 Curriculum Guide

Course Weighting / Class Rank Weighted Courses: English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language 3 -Level System 1. 0, 1. 2, 1. 4 course weighting n Refer to A-C Curriculum Guide for weightings n Class rank is determined at the end of each school year n Exception made for senior year (Valedictorian/Salutatorian)

Add/Drop Period First two weeks of the school year. Add/Drop ends September 5 th. Page 20 in the Curriculum Guide. Withdraw Fail (WF).

Food Services Middle School Lunches: n n 7 th Grade: 4 th Period (10: 12 – 10: 42) 8 th Grade: 7 th Period (12: 30 – 1: 00) High School Lunches: n 6 th Period - 10: 45, 11: 15, 11: 45 (A, B, C Format) Cost: $2. 10 student lunch; $1. 20 breakfast Free and Reduced Lunch Applications PIN System: New PINS issued this summer Deposits into the safe inside cafeteria entrance (or online) Food Service Questions: Andrew Smith (amsmith@acschools. org)

www. acschools. org Secondary School (Tab) n n n Calendar Athletics Important announcements Power. School Log-in Guidance Webpage Faculty websites

Parent Access to Power. School Required: username and password Current grade information Current attendance information Self registration for weekly updates

Where do I go for academic help? Parents n n n n n Contact teachers directly through Power. School (teacher e-mail addresses are hot-linked) Talk to your student’s counselor Tutor Information from LVC: Contact Career Services (867 -6237) Parent Conferences Talk to your teachers Homework Center (Tuesday-Thursday, 2: 30 pm-3: 30 pm in the library), (excluding the first and third Wednesday of each month for staff meetings) Use planner consistently Talk to our counselors Make a plan for success from “Day 1” and stick to it; avoid academic situations that require you to “dig out”

Student Handbook Outlines (a) students’ rights and responsibilities, (b) the AUP, and (c) Extracurricular Code of Conduct Signature page enclosed (requires parent and student signatures) to be returned by Sept. 4, 2014. Passport Usage

Personal Electronic Devices and BYOD Cell Phones i. Pods/MP 3 s (one headphone) Cameras n n Still Photography Video

When dressing for school, students shall NOT… Expose extra skin (ex. midriff) Expose undergarments on the outside Wear leggings, jeggings, yoga pants, stretch pants, pajama pants Wear hats/headwear Wear sunglasses Wear clothing that promotes drugs, alcohol, sex, violence, profanity, etc. Wear outerwear in the building (hats, jackets, etc. )

Dress Code Common Issues n n n Length of skirts/shorts/shirt: fingertips, all the way around. Straps: 3 fingers wide Hats: Not permitted. Logos: No drugs, alcohol, tobacco, weapons. Undergarments: Not visible. Consequences n n Change of clothes from home or nurse Detention

Lockers: Students are assigned one locker Lockers are the property of Annville-Cleona School District Students are to maintain their locker in an orderly fashion Students may not damage/deface their locker Combo mechanism is built-in n Changed annually Do notshare your combination with anyone! Do not rig it for easy opening

Educational Tours/Trips Educational tours/trips are permitted n n Written request must be submitted to secondary school office at least 5 days in advance of trip Form is available from secondary school office or website Administrative approval is required for absence to be excused Avoid trips during benchmarking, PSSAs, and Keystones. *Attendance *Grades *Discipline

Health Issues & Medication Please see handout in packet for specifics. Medications must be registered with the nurse. Students may not be in possession of medication other than emergency response meds.

C. H. I. P. S. Care Help Intervention and Prevention for Students “Student Assistance” Program Goal: Identify and help to remove barriers to learning Team is comprised of trained A-C staff members

C. H. I. P. S. Does NOT… Diagnose student illnesses/addictions Provide treatment Perform “covert” operations Ignore parents

C. H. I. P. S. DOES… Assess internal referrals Refer for professional assessment Coordinate community resources

Athletics and Activities Presentation Mr. Thomas Long Athletic Director/ Assistant Principal

What sports are available for High School athletes in the FALL? v Football (JH) v Girls’ Tennis v Field Hockey (JH) v Golf v Boys & Girls Soccer (JH) v Cross Country (JH) v Cheerleading

What sports are available for High School athletes in the WINTER? v Wrestling (JH) v Boys & Girls Basketball (JH) v Cheerleading

What sports are available for High School athletes in the SPRING? v Softball v Baseball v Track and Field (JH) v Boys’ Tennis

What are the requirements to participate in athletics at Annville. Cleona Secondary School? v Physical (PIAA Form) v Signatures from both the participant and parent(s)/guardian(s) on necessary forms (cautionary statement, coach rules, and Code of Conduct) v Age Eligibility v Academic Eligibility (PIAA and Annville. Cleona)

On what dates do athletic seasons begin? v Fall Season Start: 8/11/14 v JH Fall Sports Start: 8/18/14 v Winter Season Start: 11/17/14 v JH Winter Sports Start: 11/17/14 v Spring Season Start: 3/2/15 v JH Spring Sports Start: 3/9/15

Where can I find more information about Athletics? v From the school’s home-page www. acschools. org ²Select Athletics tab ²Athletic schedules and forms ²Specific team information

High School Clubs/Activities n n n n n Student Council Art / Spanish / French / Math Clubs Musicals Newspaper / Yearbook Quiz Bowl FCCLA / FFA THON – Four Diamonds Honor Society Marching Band / Color Guard

Middle School Clubs / Activities n Memory Book (Yearbook) n Middle School Quiz Bowl n Spanish Club n FFA n Student Council n Junior Honor Society n Mini-THON

Call if you have questions: § Guidance Office: 867 -7700, option 4, or extension 4954 Mrs. Laura Brooks, High School Counselor (A-K) § Mr. Bryan Mc. Watters, High School Counselor (L-Z) § Mrs. Andrea Irvin, Middle School COunselor § Mrs. Maureen Long, Counselors’ Secretary § Administration: 867 -7700 § Mr. David Wright, Principal § Mrs. Rachel Sprouse, Assistant Principal § Mr. Thomas Long, Athletic Director/Assistant Principal § E-mail § firstinitiallastname@acschools. org §

LCCTC Presentation Lebanon County Career and Technology Center School Counselors n Mrs. Kelly Flowers n Mrs. Darla Gettle

Building Tours § Current Students are available to answer questions during your tour of the building.