Rapides Parish School District Dr. Gary L. Jones, superintendent.

Rapides Parish School District

Dr. Gary L. Jones, superintendent

Mr. Jeff HickmanMs. Sylvia Davis

Welcome to PHS…

Meet Our Students

African American

Asian/Pacific Islander

Hispanic

White

Other

PHS Demographics

Group N %

299 23.6

25 2.2

7 .06

744 65.5

60 5.2

Total 1135 100

Groups Number Percentage of the school population

Students with disabilities

85 7.4

LEP 17 1.4

At Risk 453 39.9

Pre-GED 7 .06

Classes

Freshman – 333Freshman – 333 Sophomores – 305Sophomores – 305Juniors – 261 Juniors – 261 Seniors – 229 Seniors – 229

Mentoring ProgramMentoring Program

To successfully implement a

comprehensive orientation program for

incoming freshmen.

What Incoming Freshmen FaceWhat Incoming Freshmen Face

●New surroundings●Changes in classroom expectations●New peers●Larger, unfamiliar surroundings ●Increased pressure on maintaining good grades●More choices in course selection●More choices in school related activities

What Incoming Freshmen What Incoming Freshmen FaceFace

●Need for time management skills ●Changes in instructional techniques●Increase in student autonomy●Fewer teacher reminders, less guidance●More negative experiences●Pressure concerning post graduation education and/or career options●More dependence on peers for self concept●Peer relations dominating factor

Goals of a Student to Student Goals of a Student to Student Mentoring ProgramMentoring Program

I. Provide significant interaction and communication with incoming freshmen.

II. Provide information and encourage involvement for incoming freshmen.

III. Provide positive reinforcement for classroom effort, social behavior, and school attendance.

Five Step Summary of the Kickoff Program Five Step Summary of the Kickoff Program (Adapted from (Adapted from The Kickoff Program,The Kickoff Program,

developed by Lee Lonzo)developed by Lee Lonzo)

Step One: Kickoff Coordinator WorkshopStep Two: Kickoff Mentor Training DayStep Three: Kickoff Day (August 10, 2008)Step Four: Kickoff ConnectionsStep Five: Coordinator Follow Up

Selection of MentorsSelection of MentorsNumber of mentors needed: 4-6 per

homeroom of 20-30 freshmen form a team

Application process held in early springTeacher evaluations and screeningNFL type draft held by Freshmen

Academy teachers to choose mentorsMinimum requirements: grade point

average (predetermined by administration), school attendance and good disciplinary records

Team leader chosen for each team: provide communications to other team members

Profile of Mentors: 2/3 seniors, 1/3 juniors; equal number of males and females, should reflect the diversity of students in the school

Selection of MentorsSelection of Mentors

Qualities of a MentorQualities of a Mentor

good listener, good speaker, caring, confident, respectful, energetic, enthusiastic, spirited, compliant of school rules, completes tasks in a timely manner, takes the initiative, considered a leader by peers and teachers

Expectations of KOM’s Expectations of KOM’s ● Ministry● Run a comprehensive orientation day for freshmen● Implement periodic planned KOM connections● Make at least 3 contacts with their freshmen per month● List of expectations given on application ● Embrace the motto: “Failure is not an option for MY freshmen”

Assignment of Freshmen to KOM’sAssignment of Freshmen to KOM’s

● Assigned randomly, or alphabetically by Coordinators or NFL type draft among team mentors● 4-6 freshmen per mentor● Freshmen complete “Freshmanaire” form and given to their assigned mentor

Kick Off DayKick Off Day● Pep Session & Welcome● Ice breakers / Spirit building activities● Team building activities● Awareness of opportunities offered at the High School (Club Rush)● Familiarizing freshmen with school rules and procedures● Discussing the in’s and out’s of “lost, lunch, & lockers.”● Running a mini schedule● Locating classrooms, meeting teachers● Food, music, dancing, door prizes, and FUN!● Parent orientation

Rebel Kick Off AgendaRebel Kick Off Agenda

● Registration● Breakout Sessions 1-4● Welcome/Pep Sessions● Orientation Sessions● Parent Orientation● Mini Schedule● Wrap Up Session

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