2012-2013 School YearWoodrow Wilson High School

New Parent OrientationWednesday, August 22, 2012

7:00-9:00 PM

Outcomes for Our Meeting

Outcomes: By the end of this meeting, participants will have:• Met the members of the Administrative Team

and Counseling Team• Heard a report on the State of Woodrow

Wilson• Learned how we can and will communicate

with one another

Outcomes for Our Meeting

Understood the attendance policy and the expectations for scholars being on time to school and to each class

Heard about the various athletic programs that Wilson offers and the criteria for eligibility

Heard about the array of extracurricular activities available to Wilson scholars and how they can become an active member of one or more

Outcomes for Our Meeting

Learned what a typical day is like for a Wilson scholar

Heard about the key policies and procedures that we adhere to at Wilson

Had a chance to get their questions answered by members of the administrative team

Demographics of WilsonWho Are WE?

Student GroupPercentage Asian/Pacific Islanders 7%Black/Non-Hispanic 52% Hispanic 18% American Indian/Alaskan 1 % Native Hawaiian <1 % White/Non-Hispanic 35% Multi Racial 5%

Demographics of WilsonWho Are WE?

• 40% of our scholars qualify for Free and Reduced Meals (Economically Disadvantaged)

• 12% are identified as Special Education Scholars

• 7% are English Language Learners• We have scholars from 80 countries speaking

40 languages• We have scholars from all 8 wards of the city

2011-2012 DC CASGoals and Objectives

Goals and Objectives 2011-2012 Target 2011-2012 Actual 2010-2011 Actual Year-to-Year Delta

Reading 85.1% 60% 65.9% -5.9%Math 85.1% 59% 51.5% +7.5%

DC CAS ResultsOver Time

Data Point 2011-2012 2010-2011 2009-2010 2008-2009 2007-2008

Reading 60.3 65.2 63.5 72.2 62.5Math 59.5 52.2 66.4 67.3 59.9

DC CAS Reading

  2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011 2011-2012

Advanced 33% 21% 25% 25%Proficient 37% 44% 41% 35%

Basic 23% 27% 23% 29%Below Basic 4% 8% 12% 11%

DC CAS Math  2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011 2011-2012

Advanced 25% 23% 17% 20%Proficient 40% 44% 36% 39%

Basic 22% 24% 32% 28%Below Basic 10% 8% 16% 13%

Class Performance (2.0 or Higher)

Class Performance

12th Grade 11th Grade 10th Grade 9th Grade Total

2011-2012 200/69% 256/68% 277/74% 374/65% 1107/69%2010-2011 234/70% 199/68% 248/69% 301/54% 982/63%2009-2010 239/73% 228/67% 185/61% 265/50% 918/61%2008-2009 71% 59% 64% 63% 61%

Honor Roll (3.0 or Higher)

Honor Roll 12th Grade 11th Grade 10th Grade 9th Grade Total2011-2012 133/46% 152/41% 162/43% 220/38% 666/41%2010-2011 150/45% 127/43% 143/40% 179/32% 599/39%2009-2010 149/45% 131/39% 107/35% 145/27% 532/35%2008-2009 127/38% 112/33% 113/36% 128/23% 480/33%

Advanced Placement(Participation)

Year # of Test # of Students2011-2012 1112 5092010-2011 1091 5112009-2010 1099 4792008-2009 1073 4462007-2008 952 4422006-2007 946 3972005-2006 713 3502004-2005 775 311

AVE 964 431

Advanced Placement(Performance)

Year #/% Scoring 3+ Score 5 Score 4 Score 3 Score 2 Score 12011-2012 527/47% 104/9% 177/16% 246/22% 270/24% 315/28%2010-2011 495/45% 111/10% 150/14% 234/21% 245/22% 351/32%2009-2010 506/46% 125/11% 160/15% 221/20% 245/22% 348/32%2008-2009 517/47% 121/11% 187/17% 209/19% 215/20% 341/32%2007-2008 439/46% 108/11% 152/16% 179/19% 227/24% 286/30%

AVE 487/47% 100/10% 145/15% 205/21% 224/23% 281/29%

Attendance

  Average Daily Attendance

In-Seat Attendance Truant

2008-2009 88% 87%   426/29%2009-2010 90%  88%  383/25%2010-2011 %    409/27%2011-2012 93%  91%  337/21%

Suspensions

  Total2007-2008 1472008-2009 2972009-2010 3852010-2011 3632011-2012 332

IMPACT RatingsGroup 1-6

Category 2011-2012 2010-20112009-2010

Highly Effective 25/24% 18/19%13/13%

Effective 74/70% 63/65%81/79%

Minimally Effective 5/5% 13/13%7/7%

Ineffective 1/1% 3/3% 1/1%

IMPACT RatingsGroup 7-19

Category 2011-2012 2010-20112009-2010

Highly Effective 19/33% 5/10%8/17%

Effective 35/61% 46/88%37/77%

Minimally Effective 3/5% 1/2% 3/6%

Ineffective 0/0% 0/0% 0/0%

Achievement GoalsFive Year Plan

Goal Area Current Level

2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015 2015-2016 2016-2017

DCCAS Math 59% 67% 75% 83% 91% 100%DCCAS Reading 60% 68% 76% 84% 92% 100%

Class Performance 63% 69% 75% 81% 87% 90%Honor Roll 40% 41% 42% 43% 44% 45%

SAT 987 1010 1033 1056 1079 1100Advanced Placement (Participation) 34% 36% 37% 38% 39% 40%Advanced Placement (Performance) 45% 46% 47% 48% 49% 50%

Graduation 73% 77% 81% 85% 88% 90%Attendance (ADA) 93% 94% 95% 96% 97% 98%Attendance (ISA) 91% 92% 93% 94% 95% 95%

Suspension 363 290 232 185 148 118School Climate (Scholar) 70% 75% 80% 85% 90% 95%School Climate (Parent) 73% 78% 83% 87% 91% 95%School Climate (Staff) 81% 84% 87% 90% 93% 95%

2012-2013Achievement Goals

• Math–67% scoring proficient or better • Reading–68% scoring proficient or better • Class Performance–73% earning a 2.0 or better per advisory • Honor Roll–42% earning honor roll status per advisory• SAT–Increase the average score by 23 points (1,010) in verbal

and math• Advanced Placement (Participation)–36% of scholars in the

11th and 12th grade enrolled in an advanced placement course • Advanced Placement (Performance)-46% of scholars will

earn a 3 or better on the Advanced Placement test• Graduation–77% graduation rate

2012-2013 Achievement Goals

• Attendance (ADA)–94% average daily attendance (ADA) rate for all scholars

• Attendance (ISA)–92% in seat attendance (ISA) rate for all scholars

• Suspensions–Reduce behaviors resulting in suspension by 20% or more (290)

• Climate (Scholar)-75% of our scholars will indicate that they feel safe in our school on the annual climate survey

• Climate (Parent)-78% of our parents will indicate that they would recommend that a friend send his or her child to our school on the annual climate survey

• Climate (Staff)-84% of our staff will indicate that this school is a good place to work on the annual climate survey

How Do We Communicate?

• Edline• Webpage• Connect Ed (Weekly Message)• PTSA List Serve• Email• Phone/Voicemail• Daily Bulletin

ATTENDANCE

Woodrow Wilson High School

One recent study showed that studentswho attend school 93 percent of the timeor better scored 85-100 on their exams.Students with a 91 percent attendance ratescored 65-84 on their exams, and studentswith attendance of 85 percent or lessscored 0-54.

KEYS TO SCHOOL/CLASS AT TENDANCE

Arrive to school before 8:30 am (After 8:00 am, students are allowed to come into the building)

Arrive to first period class before 8:40.

Students are allowed to go to their lockers prior to first period, during lunch, and after school.

There is a six minute transition time between each period.

TWO TYPES OF ABSENCES

• Excused

• Unexcused

EXCUSED ABSENCES ARE WHEN SCHOOL‐AGED

SCHOLARS ARE ABSENT FROM SCHOOL WITH A

VALID EXCUSE AND PARENTAL APPROVAL.

EXCUSE ABSENCES 

• Scholar illness (a doctor’s note is required if a scholar is absent for more than five days);

• College visits (12th graders only)• Death in the scholar’s immediate family; • Necessity for a scholar to attend a judicial proceeding as

a plaintiff, defendant, witness or juror;• Observance of a religious holiday;• Temporary school closings due to weather, unsafe

conditions or other emergencies;• Medical reasons such as a doctor’s appointment (a

doctor’s note is required);• Failure of DC to provide transportation where legally

responsible; and• Emergency circumstances approved by DCPS.

UNEXCUSED ABSENCES ARE WHEN SCHOOL‐AGED

SCHOLARS ARE ABSENT FROM SCHOOL WITHOUT A VALID

EXCUSE, WITH OR WITHOUT PARENTAL APPROVAL.

UNEXCUSED ABSENCES• Baby Sitting• Shopping• Doing Errands• Oversleeping• Cutting Class• Job Hunting• Vacations• Family Emergency

EXAMPL ES OF EXCU SED ABSENCES IN CLU DE:

Scholar illness (a doctor’s note is required if a scholar is absent for more than five days);

College visits (12th graders only)

Death in the scholar’s immediate family;

Necessity for a scholar to attend a judicial proceeding as a plaintiff, defendant, witness or juror;

Observance of a religious holiday;

Temporary school closings due to weather, unsafe conditions or other emergencies;

Medical reasons such as a doctor’s appointment (a doctor’s note is required);

Failure of DC to provide transportation where legally responsible; and

Emergency circumstances approved by DCPS.

IF A SCHOLAR MISSES 26% TO 59% OF THE SCHOOL DAY THE

SCHOLAR WILL RECEIVE A HALF‐DAY ABSENCE. IF HE/SHE CUTS 60% OF THE DAY, THE SCHOLAR WILL RECEIVE AN UNEXCUSED ABSENCE FOR THE FULL DAY.

THE BLUE CARD

EVERY MINUTE COUNTS TARDY PLAN

8:40 Scholars are expected to be swiped in by 8:40. If you are not 5 minutes early then you are late.8:40-8:45 Scholars will be given a CCASS pass and must present the pass to their first period teacher. If a scholar makes it to their first period class before 8:45, there will be no consequence applied by the teacher BECAUSE THEY ARRIVED ON TIME FOR CLASS. If a scholar arrives to first period after the 8:45 bell rings, the teacher will apply the same consequences as outlined below.8:45 Scholars cannot go to their locker after 8:45 and must report directly to first period. Any scholar who is at a locker after 8:45 will have their locker privileges revoked.

TARDY PLAN

8:45-8:55 Scholars will be given an “unexcused” pass and must present the pass to their first period teacher. Teachers will apply the same consequences as outlined below.8:55-9:15 Scholars will be processed by the administrative team. Scholars will be assigned a consequence as outlined below. The Scholar will be escorted by a member of the morning team to their first period class.9:15-9:30 Scholars will not be permitted to enter the building without a written excuse note from a parent.

CONSEQUENCES FOR BEING TARDY TO CLASS:

Tardy 1 Warning by the teacher and documented in STARS.Tardy 2 Warning by the teacher, contact parent, and documented in STARS.Tardy 3 10-minute detention assigned by the teacher, contact parent, and documented in STARSTardy 4 Teacher writes a referral and submits to the Dean and assigns a 30 minute detentionTardy 5 Teacher writes a referral and submits to the Dean and assigns one Day of ISSTardy 6+ Teacher writes a referral and submits to the Assistant Principal. The parent is notified that the scholar cannot return to school until a parent meets with an administrator.

Athletic Department

Woodrow Wilson High School

1. Be a student at Wilson or a DCPS school that does not offer the sport.

2. Have a 2.0 GPA or better in the most recent advisory. (You can use your yearend GPA for a fall sport. All incoming new freshman are eligible.)

3. Must not be 19 years of age before July 1st of the current school year.

4. turn in the following forms before trying out:Universal Health Certificate – Good for 1 calendar

year from date of exam.Parent Consent Form – needed for each sportEmergency treatment Form – needed for each sport

Each prospective student athlete MUST…

Varsity and JV Football – Tryouts begin on Wednesday August 8th

Girls Volleyball – Tryouts begin on Monday, August 13th from 4pm – 6pm in the main gym

Boys Varsity and JV Soccer – Tryouts begin on Monday, August 20th from 6am – 8am on the turf field.

Girls Varsity and JV Soccer – Tryouts begin Wednesday, August 22nd from 5-7pm at Fort Reno field.

Boys and Girls Boys Cross Country – Tryouts begin on August 20th at 3:30pm – 5:30pm

Girls Field Hockey – Tryouts begin August 27th on the Fort Reno field

Cheerleading – Tryouts begin on August 20th and will be held Mon – Thurs, 3:30pm – 5:30pm

Fall Sports

Winter Sports –Begins November 1Spring Sports - Begins March 1

Please see handout for all Sports and Coaches.

Other Sports

AAA Academy ‘s FocusThe Academic Athletic Achievement Academy was piloted in 2004 as an initiative for students who are interested in careers in health, fitness, athletics, sports management, nutrition, coaching and training. AAA students will select from two pathways: sports management and sports journalism. Graduates from this academy will be assured success both in the classroom and in their athletic related extracurricular and career interests. Seniors will be offered internships with various community partners and local sports organizations. For more information contact Mr. Brandon Hall at brandon.hall@dc.gov.

Academy Building Field TripNew York City Field TripWashington Wizards ArenaTowson UniversityVirginia Commonwealth University (VCU)Wilson HS Football - Game Day OperationsIntramurals during STEPReading and Math Tutoring – Riggs

Elementary School

Upcoming AAA Academy Activities

If you are interested, please take the following forms:Athletic PacketAthletic Profile (Hand to instructor before

exiting.)AAA Academy Application

Athletic Forms

Woodrow Wilson’sAfter School

ProgramsMs. Hara

Extracurricular Activities

The mission of After School Programs is to expand opportunities for positive youth development through high-quality academic/tutorials, wellness and enrichment programs after school.

After school programs meet Monday-Thursday from 3:30-6pm. Free supper is served daily at 3:30pm in the cafeteria.

Clubs and Programs

Art Club The Beacon (School newspaper ) Dance Team Debate Team FIRST Robotics French Club Gay Straight Alliance  Harvard Model Congress Club  "It's Academic!!!" (Math Club)

Clubs and Programs (cont’d)

Library Media Crews  LAVA (Literary Magazine) National Honor Society (By application

only) NEMO (Oceanic Science Club)  Photo Club  Poetry Slam Team Power Yoga

Community Based Organizations (CBO’s)

HealthCorps Coordinator: Ms. Micheline Tocco

HealthCorps is working to fight the nation's obesity epidemic, starting with youth in high schools around the country.  Through a curriculum in nutrition, fitness and mental strength, HealthCorps gives teens purpose, helps develop human character and inspires an interest in health and culinary arts careers.

CBO’s (cont’d)

LAYC- Latin American Youth Center Coordinator: Ms. Maria Navarette

We offer enrichment programs, such as Salsa/Merengue dance classes, Tennis, and Art. Programs are held Tuesday-Thursday from 3:30-5:30pm.

Youth Voice

Would you like to start your own club or program?

- If so, it’s easy. You would need to prepare a proposal and have 10-15 scholars that are interested in participating sign it.

- Ask a teacher or staff member to sponsor your club.

Enrolling is EASY!

Students can sign-up for as many programs as they would like.

For your convenience, enrollment forms have been sent home with your welcome packets; however you can also get a form today if you receive it.

Students can come see Ms. Hara in room #108, if they have any questions and/or suggestions.

Afterschool Coordinator Contact Info

Please feel free to e-mail me or call me:

Sheilla.hara@dc.gov 202.409.1660

See you After School!!

“A Day in the Life”Wilson SY 2012-13

8:25 AM: Tiger scholars need to arrive at school -

classes start at 8:45 sharp.

8:30 AMThe day starts by passing through security at the main entrance.

8:40 AMTime to go to class!

Wilson 2012-13 New Class Schedule

MONDAY

• All seven periods (45 minutes each)

Every Tuesday/Thursday

•ODD DAYS • Periods 1 (45 minutes) • Periods 3, 5, 7 (90 minutes each)

Every Wednesday/Friday

• EVEN DAYS• Periods 1 (45 minutes) • 2, 4, 6 (90 minutes each)

Classroom advice: Sit up front, don’t be afraid to raise your hand,and get to know your teacher.

Mornings:- 4 classes on Monday- 2 classesTuesday through Friday

More classroom advice:

Be prepared for every class.Bring- Student planner- Notebook- Pen or pencil.

11:16-12:01STEP:StudentTeacherEnrichmentPeriod

Many options…- Enjoy lunch

-Work with a teacher

- Relax with friends

After lunch:2 or 3 more classes…

Challenge yourself – Wilson offers 35 Honors and Advanced Placement classes.

6 minute passing periods between classes – Students need towalk AND talk!

3:15 Classes endIt’s time for Student Activities

High School is not a spectator sport.Get Involved!

There are 33 sports and more than 40 clubsfor every interest.

With all of those activities, the campus stays open until 9 PM.

Every day at Wilson:the sky’s the limit --for each and every student.

The Wilson Way RESPECT: Be respectful of everyone

in our school community. DETERMINATION: Work to their full

potential in all classes. PRIDE: Protect our campus and keep

it clean, green and safe.

Wilson Scholars Will

Dress for success in an educational setting. Be on time to school and to each class. Not use electronic devices during class or

transition time. Carry their School ID at all times. Not wear hats or headgear in our school

building. Only eat food in the cafeteria, stadium

seating, rose garden and atrium

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