IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO RAISE A DRAGON · Important Dates February: Counsellors visit elementary schools for course information Feb 27: Grade 7 Band Concert/Parent Night March 6, 8,

IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO RAISE A DRAGON

Welcome –Parents & Students of the Class of 2024

Grade 7 Music ConcertWelcome & IntroductionsPrograms & CoursesWays to Support Your ChildGetting involved: Clubs & TeamsTimeline for Gr. 7 ArticulationGrade 8 Panel discussion

Acknowledgment: Traditional Territory

We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the shared traditional territory of the Coast Salish people on which our schools are located. We recognize the Katzie and Semiahmoo First Nations have signed the Aboriginal Education Enhancement Agreement. We would also like to recognize the diverse population of people who have come to the Surrey School District and contribute to its dynamic culture.

Administration:Principal Mr. HignellVice Principal Mr. KirincicVice Principal Ms. ShierCounselors:Ms. PorterMr. JouzyMs. CareyMrs. Watson

INTRODUCTIONS

P.A.C.(Parent Advisory Committee)

Open to all Fleetwood Park parentsMeetings held on the last Monday of the month (Sept, Oct, Nov, Feb, Apr, May)Engaging conversations/presentations on issues of interest for parents of teens

CODE OF CONDUCT

Respect Yourself & Others

Respect the Environment

Respect Learning

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

Classroom teachers

LST – Homework Club

Mon-Thu, 2:45-4:00pm

Math Help

Mon-Fri, 7:45-8:15am

Mon-Thu, 2:45-3:30pm

School Supplies

For the first day, bring a binder or notebook and a pen or pencil. Your teachers will usually give you a course outline which tells you what you will need.All PHE students will need to bring a padlock for locking items in the change room lockers.

LOCKERS

Locker selection is done on-line in late August. You will receive information about this in the August newsletter.

BELL SCHEDULE

COUNSELLING DEPARTMENT

Course selectionPersonal counselling (no permission required)Career counsellingGraduation requirementsPost-secondary requirements and scholarships

Grades 8 + 9 lay the foundation for success in the Graduation Program (Grades 10-12)Developing good work habits now is key!Students can explore a variety of elective areas

COURSESStudents in grade 8 typically take:Humanities 8Math 8 Science 8French 8Physical Health Education (PHE) 8Arts Education 8Art, Choir, Dance and Drama rotation Band

Applied Design Skills and Technology (ADST) 8Home Economics, Technology Education, Information

Technology rotationCareers 8 integrated into ADST and Arts courses

Sample Timetable for most Gr 8 students

Semester 1 (September –January)

Semester 2 (February – June)

A Humanities 8 Humanities 8

B Arts Rotation Math 8

C Science 8 ADST Rotation

D French 8 / Physical Health Education

French 8 / Physical Health Education

Concert Band 8 is a year-long course that alternates with PHE 8 and replaces the Arts RotationAll Band students take the ADST rotation and a semestered French 8

Sample Timetable for a Gr 8 Band student

Semester 1 (September –January)

Semester 2 (February – June)

A Science 8 French 8

B ADST Rotation Math 8

C Band 8 / Physical Health Education

Band 8 / Physical Health Education

D Humanities 8 Humanities 8

MyEdBC Placemat

Ways You Can Support Your Child

Encourage ResponsibilityEncourage your child toUse ‘FP Dragons’ App to access the calendar of

school events and news announcementsAsk for help if neededAttend tutorials, Homework ClubHave a study buddy in each class

(With contact information for communication)

Study RoutinesProvide a quiet and comfortable placeAssist with organization of bindersRegularly check teachers’ websites (Schoology) or email teachers (see website for directory)Create a study system with your childEmphasize importance of work habits:

G = Good S = SatisfactoryN = Needs improvement

Stay ConnectedWe are here to help! Contact us anytime you have questions or concerns!

Attend Parent-Teacher Interviews (November + March)Contact the school when help is needed by email (teachers’ e-mail addresses available on the school website) or by telephone 604-597-2301Listen for phone messages from the School Messenger voice mail systemSubscribe to our email list for newsletters and Principal’s Blog, App, and Twitter Feed

COMMUNICATION

On the Internet– Website: https://www.surreyschools.ca/schools/fltsec– Calendar on the home page– Twitter: @FPSSDRAGONS– Principal’s Blog: www.FleetwoodParkNews.com– Facebook: Fleetwood Park Secondary

https://www.facebook.com/Fleetwood-Park-Secondary-205577947035532/?modal=admin_todo_tour

– Instagram: fpdragonshttps://www.instagram.com/fpdragons/

– YouTube: Fleetwood Park Secondary Schoolhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJGYvlB4yo5OoJhs_4Y0Iwg/featured?view_as=public

– App: FPDragons

STUDENT INVOLVEMENT

Clubs: Student Council and many more

Assemblies ... Spirit Weeks

Intramurals and Athletics (Sports Teams)

GET INVOLVED!!

ATHLETICS

Fall – Soccer (boys), Volleyball & Cross-country

Winter – Basketball & Ice Hockey

Spring – Soccer (girls), Rugby (boys and girls), Badminton, Ball Hockey, Cricket, Ultimate, Track & Field

GRADE 8 RETREAT

Grade 8 Retreat – SeptemberCamp Maclean in Langley

Registration

FPSS Counsellors/Admin (+ some Gr. 8 students) visit elementary schools, February 25th – 27th for course selectionCourse Requests will be entered into MyEdBC prior to Spring Break at the elementary schoolsMay 15th, 16th, 22nd Grade 7s will tour FPSS (Individual school)June 13th – All Grade 7’s visit FPSS

Important DatesFebruary: Counsellors visit elementary schools for course informationFeb 27: Grade 7 Band Concert/Parent Night March 6, 8, 13th – Course Request entry into MyEdBCMay 15, 16, and 22: Elementary schools visit FP (am)May 16: ELL Testing (Noon – 2pm)May 16: Math 8 Honours Test (3:30 – 4:30pm)June 13: All Grade 7s visit FP (12 – 2:30pm)Late August 2019: Student schedules will be available in portalAugust 30, 2019: School open for students to come in and find classrooms and try new lockers (10 – noon)

OUT OF CATCHMENT STUDENTSOut-of-catchment applications are not being acceptedIn-catchment wait list created for all in-catchment students not from our Associate schools.

We need accurate information so you receive your summer mailout!

For those who attend Coyote Creek, Walnut Road and William Watson, your information is transferred to us electronically by the school district. This has already been done – so if you move, please be sure to let us know. All students must ensure that your Elementary school has your current address.

- Late August -

Expect an email from the school with:A link to the Fleetwood Park Newsletter outlining first week, including scheduled special orientation eventsA reminder to log into your child’s MyEdBC Portal to view their timetable

MyEdBC

MyEdBC

Grade 8 Panel

Q & A with our Grade 8 Experts

QUESTIONS??

Contact a Fleetwood Park Counselor or Administrator at: 604-597-2301