Parents of the Class of 2021 We are Wheaton
AGENDA Welcome Dr. Mugge, Principal Assessments Mrs. Polischeck Expectations and Goals Ms. Williams Counseling & ACES Ms. Powell, Ms. Robinson & Dr. Mbella Wellness Center Mrs. Newman Athletics Mr. Amaguana, Athletic Director Getting Involved Ms. Williams
WHAT EXAMS WILL YOUR CHILD TAKE? October- PSAT DAY All 10 th Graders December- PARCC English/Algebra 1 Not Yet Met January- WIDA ESOL only May- PARCC English 10 May- H.S.A. Government May- MISA Biology AP Exams Students taking AP courses only
STUDENT ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL Arrival: time Parents will not be allowed to enter the parking lot between 7:10-7:30 Dismissal: Parents will not be allowed to enter the parking lot between 2:00-2:45 Drop off and pick up location near Thomas Edison building
CODE OF CONDUCT Wheaton HS has always had high expectations for the conduct and behavior of its students, and that has not changed. WHS is also committed to making sure all of our students feel safe and secure at school. Conduct that harms or intimidates others will not be tolerated and will be dealt with seriously. The MCPS Code of Conduct includes a description of factors that impact discipline decisions and definitions of possible disciplinary responses. The MCPS Code of Conduct includes a list of disciplinary infractions and suggests a range of possible disciplinary responses for each infraction.
GOALS The Road to Graduation Progress to the 11 th Grade Pass all courses with a C or higher Eligibility 2.0 Honor Roll 3.0 State required assessments SSL Class of 2021
MAKE DECISIONS THAT POSITIVELY IMPACT YOUR ACADEMIC SUCCESS Academic behaviors Maximize learning by being present in class Be on time for school and classes Complete all assignments Ask for help Social Well-Being While in class use positive language when interacting with peers and teacher. Build positive relationships! Be respectful of others Use technology productively; once post; it is out there, can t get it back! Dress appropriately No midriff tops, tube tops, or extreme shorts Clothing with obscene language, images, pictures of uncontrolled substances or weapons will not be tolerated. No bandanas
CAMPUS RULES No leaving without parent permission No leaving for lunch No ordering food
SUPPORTS Academic Social/Emotional Lunch time National Honors Society Tutors Mentors Counselors Wellness Center Trusted Adult
COUNSELING DEPARTMENT Mr. Woo A, B, Z Ms. Matthews C-Fi Ms. Best- Minor Fl-K Ms. De La Rosa L-Mat ESOL L-Z Ms. Powell Resource Counselor Maynor- Mewha Ms. Robinson Mi-N ESOL A -K Ms. Brooks O-Se Ms. Holliday Sh-Y Ms. Hammond- Davis College and Career Information Coordinator Ms. San Gabriel Counseling Secretary Ms. Cordeiro Registrar
COUNSELING SERVICES Encourage students to put forth their best effort Course selection Career and college exploration and planning Positive Decision making Positive relationship building Earning 11 th grade status Minimum of 10 credits which Must include 2 English 2 Math 1 Science 1 Social studies
Health Services Mental Health Services After-School Youth Groups Case Management Services - (Individual & Family)
Fall Field Hockey Football Cross Country Cheerleading Girls Volleyball Poms Soccer Golf ATHLETICS Winter Basketball Bocce Swim & Dive Indoor Track Wrestling Cheerleading Spring Baseball Outdoor Track & Field Lacrosse Tennis Boys Volleyball Co-Ed Volleyball Softball
CLUBS/EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Homecoming 2018 Football- Friday Oct. 5 th Dance- Saturday Oct. 6 th
STUDENT SERVICE LEARNING State Requirement- 75 hours Mrs. Wolfe- 1201