Freshman Parent Orientation

What

Freshman Parent Orientation

When

8/12/2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Thoughts?!?!?!

📝 Agenda

1:00 – 1:10 PM | Welcome & Principal's Message

• Meet key school leaders

• A warm message to ease anxieties and encourage partnership

1:10 – 1:25 PM | “What to Expect in 9th Grade”

• Understanding the freshman schedule

• Common challenges and tips for success

1:25 – 1:35 PM | Academic Support & Tutoring Services

• Tutoring schedules and drop-in help rooms

• How students can ask for help early

1:35 – 1:45 PM | Athletics, Clubs & Student Life

• Tryout timelines, eligibility, and commitment levels

• Getting involved: Why it matters in 9th grade

1:45 – 1:55 PM | Lockers, Supplies & Organization

• Locker access, tips to stay organized

• Essential school supplies (and what not to buy)

1:55 – 2:05 PM | Grades, Aspen, & Parent Communication

• Navigating Aspen: parent vs student access

• Staying in the loop with grades, attendance, and emails

2:05 – 2:15 PM | Safety, Security & Student Well-Being

• Entry procedures, student ID use, building safety

• SEL supports, counselors, and mental health resources

2:15 – 2:30 PM | Q&A + Optional Mini-Tour

• Ask anything! Meet our admin and support team

• Guided tour: lockers, gym, key freshman spaces