Welcome KHS Class of 2023 Parents Guardians Agenda

Welcome KHS Class of 2023 Parents & Guardians Agenda Announcements

KHS Class of 2023 Team Mike Gavin - Grade Level Principal 213 -6117 Michael. gavin@kirkwoodschools. org Stacy Denton– Grade Level Secretary 213 -6117 or stacy. denton@kirkwoodschools. org Kim Sweesy: Grade Level Counselor 213 -6100 x 1042 kim. sweesy@kirkwoodschools. org Hallie Moon – Class Sponsor x 1219 hallie. moon@kirkwoodschools. org Eric Turley – Class Sponsor x 1276 eric. turley@kirkwoodschools. org

Checking In & Out Any time a student is checking in and out of school they must do so through the grade level office. This helps with tracking attendance and making sure we know location of students. Dr. /Dentist/Sick Notes are required. Spring Reminders Sheet--Handout

Other People to Know Dr. Mike Havener - Principal KHS x 1301 michael. havener @kirkwoodschools. org follow twitter @mike_havener Officer Don Douglas - KHS SRO - x 1192 don. douglas@kirkwoodschools. org Sara Gibbs - Educational Support Counselor x 1050 sara. gibbs@kirkwoodschools. org Kim Grega- Educational Support Counselor x 1178 kim. grega@kirkwoodschools. org Cindy Coronado - Gifted Education x 1500 cindy. coronado@kirkwoodschools. org Colleen Card - SSD Coordinator x 1422 Colleen. card@kirkwoodschools. org

Guidance Information (213 -6100 x 1042) Grade Level Counselor: Scheduling/Planning; Social/Emotional needs; Academic Support; Career/College exploration; Standardized Testing; Graduation Req. College/Career Counselor (11 th/12 th): Guide and support each family through the postsecondary process; Help students find and explore, best fit academically, financially, and personally Abby Peterson x 1043 & Josh Jaworowski x 1041

Guidance continued Educational Support Counselor: employed by BJC; partnership with KSD; to provide counseling services for social/emotional needs to students and families KSD Social Worker: to provide wraparound services and resources to families Guidance Website: KHS >Family Resources >Counseling Center

Graduation Requirements English Math Science Social Studies 4 credits 3 credits Fine Arts Practical Arts PE Health Personal Finance Elective Credits Total 1 credit. 5 credit 7. 5 credits 24 credits Other Requirements US & Missouri Constitution and Citizenship 4 EOC Tests (ALG I, ENG II, GOV, BIO) CPR/Heimlich

Academic Supports Pride Center: Center of library; staffed with Math, Science, English, Social Studies, and SSD teacher each period of the school day Academic Homeroom: Every Thursday: 50 minutes to travel to see teachers 3 -4 PM Tues & Wed Library: Tutoring on both days Teacher appointments (Tues, Wed, Thurs) Peer Tutoring Sign up online: khs. kirkwoodschools. org >‘Teaching & Learning’>Library Media Center>Peer Tutors Outside Tutoring: List with Kim Sweesy

Scheduling (for • • th 10 grade) Informational process began in fall (career assessment, grad planning/course book) Formal process was done by Jan. 2 nd (presentations/selecting) Currently am correcting course selection with students who had too few/many classes Schedules will be adjusted and available in August

Things that need to be Considered • • • Check for prerequisites. MSHSAA Eligibility- Students must be currently enrolled in 3. 0 credits and have passed at least 3. 0 credits in the prior semester (6 courses) to be eligible for sports. ESY for credit recovery or Health, PE, Personal Finance

Considerations continued • • Add study block for access to supports/help Driver’s Ed not offered, but available locally Foreign Language (minimum 2 years) recommended for 4 year college bound students. Students should continue to be involved in extra curricular activities. • Goal is to have your child in the classes that fit their interests and abilities. • Balance between Pushing vs. Over-scheduling

New Paths for Consideration

LAUNCH-Online Learning • • • Kirkwood has partnered with Launch-Missouri’s virtual online academy providing personalized learning options for students Online Learning Today-opportunity for students to take traditional virtual courses taught by quality, certified Missouri teachers Highlighted courses at KHS- Health, Personal Finance, Psychology, Fine Art Appreciation: Music Enrollment calendar-students may take 16 -week traditional semester courses or 8 -week quarter courses (same content, but accelerated) Enrolling your child-Kim. Sweesy will be able to get your child enrolled in courses if you are interested More Information-contact Kelly Nevins with your questions kelly. nevins@kirkwoodschools. org or (314) 213 -6100 ext 1875

South Tech High School • • Offers 26 different career & technical programs Prepares students for college, careers, & life Focuses on real world skills from industry experts 90% of South Tech students plan to attend college Students still can meet requirements to attend 4 year college Offers industry certifications and college credit Apply online at www. southtechnical. org

St. Louis Centers for Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS) • • CAPS offers 11 th & 12 th graders the opportunity to experience a career beyond the classroom - Learn directly from professionals in the workplace Emphasize professionalism, teamwork, problem solving, communication, and creativity. • Students can build their professional network • Year long course (3 credits) - AM or PM session - Application process • Courses Offered: • 1. Medicine, Health Care & Bioscience • 2. Global Business & Entrepreneurship • 3. Engineering & Advanced Manufacturing • 4. Technology Solutions & Logistics

A+ Program: (handouts available) Financial assistance for community college or career technical school if you qualify: 3 consecutive years at KHS or designated school Grades (min of 2. 5 CUM GPA) Attendance (95% rate for all 4 years of HS) 50 hours of unpaid approved tutoring/mentoring good citizen (legal) Proficient on Algebra EOC https: //www. kirkwoodschools. org >Kirkwood High School >Family Resources >College & Career Counseling >Financial Aid & Scholarships >A+ Program

Athletics/MSHSAA/Activities Questions Corey Nesslage - Athletic Director x 1311 corey. nesslage@kirkwoodschools. org Brad Sutterer - Assistant Athletic/Activities Director x 1492 brad. sutterer@kirkwoodschools. org 3. 0 (enrolled and prior semester; summer 1. 0) Privit https: //www. kirkwoodschools. org/khsathletics

Second Semester and Beyond Continue with Faster pace Can be more homework/opportunities to study Busier schedules Encourage students to use supports Encourage to ask for help Contact teachers BALANCE of schedule both in and out of school

The Role of Parents Help your child advocate for themselves Be Involved! Know what your students are doing (in and outside of school)? You can’t be curious enough. Be supportive and realistic; academically, socially, activities. Try not to over schedule! Follow Twitter @MAGavin @2023 Kirkwood @khspioneers @Kirkwood. HS