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WebinarInternational Center for Leadership in
EducationNovember 18, 2009
Affirm Challenge Encourage
Make sense of what we have to say……in Your context
Which of the following interests you the most regarding 9th grade transition?
1.Programs for current 8th graders2.Summer programs for incoming 9th
graders3.Programs for current 9th graders
Independence, Missouri (East of Kansas City)
1600 students 79% Caucasian 50% FRL from Feeder Schools House District ELL Program House District Autism Program Smaller Learning Communities – Houses
RelationshipsRigor and Relevance
Culture of Continuous Improvement Literacy Across the Curriculum Building Leadership Capacity Systems of Accountability 9th Grade Transition See our Model School Case Study (SPN
Website)
2½ Day Site Visit to Truman High School Themes
Creating a Culture of Continuous Improvement
Building Relationships with All StakeholdersRaising Expectations while Increasing
Support Contact Bill Brooks for information on
attending a Redesign Institute this spring!
Know who is coming“TLC” Forms from 8th grade counselorsLearning Coaches speak to 8th gradersRecommendation forms for English and
math8th grade teachers visit 9th grade classes!
Know Your 9th Grade DataAbsences = ?9th grade reclassification trends
Communicate Your 9th Grade Data Targeted Programs…
Middle School Summer before 9th Grade 9th Grade…and beyond!
ProgramsCareer Day at THS – Department FairPre Enrollment NightEnrollment Conferences with Advisors
Pre Enrollment Night – late January – 2 hours General SessionBreakout Sessions (examples)
How do I sign up for Summer School? Pre AP English How to Start on the Right Foot Project Lead the Way Math decisions Communication Skills – Is it for me? What is Co-Teaching? Literacy Programs at THS
Enrollment Conferences – late Jan/early FebCafeteria2 Evenings (5:00-8:30)15-20 minutes pre scheduled at tablesParent(s), student, and advisorAdvisors trained in Program of StudyCounselors available for questionsCourse selections and entry
Summer Reading ProgramDiscussion of current reading levelStrategies to improve over summer
CommunicationFamilies9th Grade TeachersCounselors
ProgramsSummer Learning ProgramFreshman Orientation (week before school)Freshman First Day (1-2 days before school)
Freshman OrientationMandatory Sessions
Keys to Success at THS Truman 101 – The Ins and Outs Literacy – A Non-Negotiable at THS Academic Supports
Parent PassportsOptional Sessions
Electronic Gradebook Welcome to Your House Counseling Center Support
Schedule Pick-Up
Freshman First DayGeneral Session – Welcome to High SchoolMove through scheduleMeet your teachersMeet Advisor and PATS (senior mentors)
“Double-Dip” Math and English Advisory Program with Curriculum
PATS (senior mentors)Goals and Time ManagementGetting InvolvedGrade ChecksSelf-Control
At-Risk Reports Every Three WeeksAt least one D or FStudent schedule, grades, and teacher
tutoring times each dayEmailed to advisors and parents
Continued…“Double-Dip” Math and EnglishAdvisory Program with CurriculumAt-Risk Reports Every Three Weeks
NewSOAR ProgramCareer Fair – College Campuses!
2½ Day Site Visit to Truman High School Themes
Creating a Culture of Continuous Improvement
Building Relationships with All StakeholdersRaising Expectations while Increasing