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Fredericton High School

Grade 8 Parent Orientation

FHS Administration

• Mr. Shane Thomas, Principal

– Ms. Elaine Kilfillen, Vice Principal (A-Do)

– Mr. Nathan Langille, Vice Principal (Dr-La)

– Mrs. Robyn Allaby, Vice Principal (Le-Po)

– Mrs. Beth Wright, Vice Principal (Pr-Z)

Guidance Department

• Staff:

– Mrs. Cristel Hamilton (A-Do)

– Mr. Adam Dionne (Dr-La)

– Mrs. Suzanne Maxwell (Le-Po)

– Mr. Andrew Culberson (Pr-Z)

GRADE 9 COURSES

Full Year Course

English 9

Semester Courses

Math 9A*

Math 9B*

Science 9*

Social Studies 9*

French (PIF9 or FILA 9*)

Broad Based Technology 9 (BBT)

Health and Phys. Ed. 9

Half Semester Courses (45 hours each)

Music 9

Visual Arts 9 *FI students take these in French

SAMPLE Student schedule Student Name: ____________

FHS Bell Schedule for 2017/2018

MORNING

• Warning Bell 8:25

• Homeroom: 8:30 – 8:45

• Transition: 8:45 – 8:50

• Period 1: 8:50 – 9:52

• Nutrition Break: 9:52 – 10:07

• Warning Bell: 10:04

• Period 2: 10:07 – 11:09

• Transition: 11:09 – 11:14

• Period 3: 11:14 – 12:16

AFTERNOON

• Lunch: 12:16 – 1:16

• Warning Bell: 1:11

• Period 4: 1:16 – 2:18

• Transition/Break: 2:18 – 2:28

• Warning Bell: 2:25

• Period 5: 2:28 – 3:30

English Language Proficiency

Assessment (ELPA)

Mrs. Robyn Allaby

Ms. Elaine Kilfillen

English 9

Mr. Michael MacDonald

Math 9A & Math 9B

Mrs. Jennifer Lukings

Top 10 Tips from Teachers 10. We move quickly! 9. Bring your stuff! 8. We are here to help! 7. We work hard! 6. We want you to be responsible! 5. We want you to talk! 4. Mark your calendars! 3. Don’t be late! 2. Be here! 1. We are here!

International Students

EAL Pathways & Supports

GRADE 9 IMMUNIZATION

TIPS FOR PARENTS

• Encourage your child to GET INVOLVED! As a staff we

encourage students to find an activity (group, sport,

club) and get involved. It is a great way to make

friends, stay connected to the school and improve their

overall high school experience.

TIPS FOR PARENTS

• Lunch hour – FHS has an open campus. While we

encourage students to stay on school grounds during

the lunch hour, some students choose to leave.

• Lunch is from 12:16 – 1:16.

TIPS FOR PARENTS

Attendance – There is a direct link between school attendance and

academic performance. Attendance is monitored by the Homeroom &

classroom teachers. You will receive an automated phone message

indicating student absences when your child is absent. Significant

unexcused absences will be referred to Administration.

TIPS FOR PARENTS

• Homework – High school

students do have homework!!

• Many teachers keep current

wiki-pages or teacher websites

with homework requirements.

• When in doubt, contact the

teacher through email (all

emails are on the FHS website)

TIPS FOR PARENTS

Parent-School Communication – It is important for you to

stay in contact with the school. Don’t wait until there is a

big issue. If you have concerns, contact teachers, admin,

guidance. We all want the best education for your

student.

Keep an eye on the school website, as parents can see

the video announcements each day as well

A WEALTH OF KNOWLEDGE AT YOUR FINGERTIPS

• Fredericton High School Website

First Day of School

Grade 9 Students – Tuesday, September 5th , 2017 Go to Main Gym and look for your name on a Homeroom List

Go to Tom Morrison Theatre when directed

Meet Homeroom Teachers: get schedule, locker assignment, review school policies

Meet your Semester 1 Teachers: get course outlines, supply lists, textbooks, etc.

Other welcoming activities are being planned for this day

No classes for Grade 9 students on Wednesday, September 6, 2017

All FHS Students Thursday, September 7, 2017

• See FHS website for dates, contact info, etc.

There are tours at 3:00pm (Tuesday – Thursday, August 29th-August 31st, 2017)

Leaving from Guidance Office; no need to sign up!.

THANK YOU FOR COMING

• Guidance and Administration will remain at the front if

you have any questions.