Freshmen, Class of 2007

THE MARBLEHEAD HIGH SCHOOL TIMELINE FOR FRESHMEN

*The registration process for students from private schools is as follows : Parents need to call the Guidance Dept. at 639-3110 to set up an appointment to register their child. Health records need to be submitted before your child can be entered. You will also need to fill out a biographical form in order for your child to be entered into the computer system.

9TH GRADE
 

Focus on strong  study habits , obtaining good grades, participating in extra - curricular activites including school based groups and/or sports, and take a set of courses that are challenging for you in order to be well prepared for college. In addition, continue to identify areas that are interesting to you, and explore potential career fields. Also, remember that all your grades are now a part of your permanent record. Colleges will see every term grade and the final average grade.
 

SEPTEMBER

• Check your schedule. Make sure you have all your academic classes scheduled, including electives and Wellness (PE & Health).
• If you have a problem with your schedule, make an appointment with your guidance counselor. You should not make appointments during a scheduled class; appointments should be made during directed study blocks, during lunch, or before or after school.

• Schedule an appointment with your guidance counselor to do a 4 year course plan.
• Guidance Counselors visit Health/Wellness classes to do Freshmen Seminar.
• The Freshman Seminar includes the following information :
1. -- Review of the 4 year course planner form
2. -- Explain the role of the guidance counselor
3. -- Explain trends in grading
4. -- Explain the Incomplete Policy
5. -- Explain the sequential courses (math & world languages)
6. -- Review a sample transcript
7. -- Explain graduation requirements
8. -- Explain Attendance Policy
9. -- Explain effects of class cuts on credits & courses
10. -- Encourage school & community involvment

• Mid - Year Schedule Conflicts

• Students should be receiving their Course Selection Sheets for next year.
• Students need to review course selections with current teachers.
• Students reviews course selections with parents.
• Parents sign the form and students return it to the Guidance Dept.

• Students have a safe, healthy, happy summer and remember : the best way to prepare for the SAT test is to read, read, read :)