Fredericton High School Grade 8 Parent Orientation FHS

Fredericton High School Grade 8 Parent Orientation

FHS Administration • Mr. Shane Thomas, Principal – Ms. Elaine Kilfillen, Vice Principal (A-Do) – Mrs. Daneen Dymond, Vice Principal (Dr-La) – Mrs. Robyn Allaby, Vice Principal (Le-Po) – Mr. Nathan Langille, Vice Principal (Pr-Z)

Guidance Department – Mrs. Cristel Hamilton (A-Do) – Mr. Adam Dionne (Dr-La) – Mrs. Suzanne Maxwell (Le-Po) (Dept. Head) – Mrs. Dianne Langille (Pr-Z) – Mr. Peter Cook (International Students)

Welcome Video • Video created by Daily Roar Students to welcome grade 8 s to the school.

Grade 9 Courses Full Year Course English 9 Semester Courses Math 9 A* Math 9 B* Science 9* Social Studies 9* French (PIF 9 or FILA 9*) Broad Based Technology 9 (BBT) Health and Phys. Ed. 9 Half Semester Courses (45 hours each) Music 9 Visual Arts 9 *FI students take these in French

SAMPLE Student Schedule Student Name: ______ Semester 1 Semester 2 Full Year

FHS Schedule for 2019 -2020 AFTERNOON MORNING • Homeroom (8: 30) • Period 4 • Period 5 • Period 1 • Dismissal (3: 30) • Period 2 • Period 3 • Lunch (12: 16 -1: 16)

International Students EAL Pathways & Supports

Tips for Parents • Encourage your child to GET INVOLVED!

TIPS FOR PARENTS Attendance • There is a direct link between school attendance and academic performance. • You will receive an automated phone message indicating student absences when your child is absent. • 20 day attendance policy

TIPS FOR PARENTS • Homework – High school students do have homework!! • Many teachers keep current wiki-pages or teacher websites with homework requirements. • When in doubt, contact the teacher through email (all emails are on the FHS website)

TIPS FOR PARENTS Parent-School Communication • It is important for you to stay in contact with the school. • If you have concerns, contact teachers, admin, guidance. • Keep an eye on the school website for announcements and upcoming events

A Wealth of Knowledge at your Fingertips • Fredericton High School Website

LATE ARRIVAL or leaving/returning for appointments • All doors lock at 8: 30 am • The only way to get in after 8: 30 am is the Main Office doors (get buzzed in). The main office doors are located off the Priestman Street entrance. • Students must sign in or out at the Main Office.

HOW TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN HIGH SCHOOL? • Develop good study habits • Get organized and stay organized • Go in for extra help as soon as you realize you truly do not understand a concept • Get involved to stay connected

First Day of School Grade 9 Students – Tuesday, September 3 rd, 2019 Ø Ø Ø Assemble in Main Gym Meet Homeroom Teachers (schedules and lockers) Meet Semester One teachers Receive class information (course outlines, fees, required supplies) Orientation and fun welcome activities throughout the day No classes for Grade 9 students on Wednesday, September 4 th, 2019 All FHS Students Thursday, September 5 th, 2019 • See FHS website for dates, contact info, etc. There will be tours at 3: 00 pm (Tuesday – Thursday, Aug 27 th-Aug 29 th, 2019) Leaving from Guidance Office; no need to sign up!

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Thank you for coming • Guidance and Administration will remain at the front if you have any questions.