What to Expect at NEWMARKET HIGH SCHOOL

Welcome to the NHS community where we hope parents and guardians interact with the school community on a regular basis. We strive to create a stimulating, Newmarket High School inclusive, safe environment for all students and we encourage parents and (905) 895-5159 guardians to actively participate in all aspects of their students’ education and www.yrdsb.ca/schools/ interaction with life at NHS. Through our School Council, ebulletin, school newmarket.hs website and phone/email communication, we strive to keep the lines of communication open. We look forward to your participation in our school Gaining Awareness community next year! SCHOOL SUPPORTS  Admin Team SCHOOL DAY

Principal E. Gordon

Vice Principal J. Platt Period 1 8:05 to 9:25 a.m. Includes homeroom

Vice Principal P. Viscomi Period 2 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.

 Guidance Team Period 3 10:50 to 12:05 p.m. Grade 9 lunch

L. Rawding (Lead) Period 4 12:10 – 1:25 p.m.

A. Beer Period 5 1:30 to 2:45 p.m.

M. Perin

T. Taylor

K. Pressley (administration)  Special Education Lead S. King Did you know….  Student Success Lead  S. Horsch Attendance – attendance for each period is called home daily for missed classes. If there is a planned absence, please provide a note from your parent/guardian and sign out in the attendance office. A student is Discovering Self & responsible for all missed work during an absence. Exploring Opportunities  Dress Code – students’ attire must be neat, appropriate, and inoffensive. See the NHS website/student handbook for more details. EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING  Lockers – lockers are available to all students but are the property of the  Cooperative Education YRDSB and can be checked at anytime. Security of valuables is the  Youth responsibility of the student. Grade 9 students will have an opportunity to Apprenticeship choose their locker partners in the spring.  Specialist High Skills Major  Exams – students can expect to write a final exam in the majority of their o Business core courses at the end of each semester. There is an exam review day after o Construction the formal exam period. o Sports  Electronic Devices – personal electronic devices are permitted, but are  Dual Credits restricted to personal use outside of the classroom. However, individual

teachers may allow the use of personal technology within the classroom for Planning for the Future education purposes. Career Cruising  Cafeteria – the cafeteria provides opportunity to purchase lunch/snack www.yrdsb.ca/programs/guidance items, consume their food, and has microwaves available for student use.  Course Selection Consumption of food and beverages is only permitted in the classroom  Individual Pathway Planning when prior arrangements are made with the teacher.  Student Activity Fees – fees are collected for the student identification card, NHS Guidance Resources and participation in school clubs/teams and student events. www.yrdsb.ca/schools/  NHS Website – the website has your school calendar and access to newmarket.hs/guidance important links for both students and parents, including information about courses, programs, teams, clubs and councils.

Year-at-a-Glance SEMESTER ONE Grade 8 Transition Activities  Photo Day st 2nd week of September Take our Grade 8s to High School Nov. 1 Grade 8 Open House Nov. 29th  Interim Reports th 2nd week of October Spring Fling June 6 Grade 9 Orientation Day Sept. 4th  Parent/Teacher Interviews end of October  Midterm Reports mid-November Tips for Parents  Final Evaluations  With your student, choose a program of study based on current abilities end of January  Work collaboratively with Grade 8 Teachers, Guidance, Student Success, or

Special Education to support course selection and pathway planning SEMESTER TWO  Communicate regularly with your student’s teachers  Course Selection  Attend school events, open houses, parent interviews, school council, etc. February  Follow up on changes in student attendance, achievement, behavior,  Interim Reports appearance, friends, health, and attitude end of March  Provide a quiet area for study and support as needed  Parent/Teacher Interviews  Model values, learning skills and work habits, and decision making beginning of April  Understand that adolescents are “emotional beings”. Listen so kids will talk,  Mid-term Reports freely discuss concerns, and make connections between learning and life mid-April  Final Evaluations end of June Tips for Students  Be Organized. Keep track of homework and upcoming assignments and Leadership& Opportunity tests. Keep a calendar and plan ahead!  Ask Questions. If you don’t understand something, make sure you ask your COUNCILS/COMMITTEES teachers. You can also ask a peer for help! Athletic Captains  Get Involved. Clubs, councils, committees, sports – it’s a great way to meet Music Student friends, stay active, and challenge yourself! Prom Relay for Life  Use Supports. Guidance, Special Education, your teachers and Healthy Schools & Workplace administration are all here to support you.

CLUBS include… Best Buddies Chess K-Pop Specialized Programs at NHS Computer GSA ESP French Immersion High Performance Athlete Ecology NHS Newscast Specialist High Skills Major Advanced Placement Courses Animal Rights Technovation Gifted Program Robotics Guitar Food 4 Thought Jazz Band Free the Children Anime Sports at NHS Reach for the Top Baking GIRLS BOYS CO-ED Model United Nations Art Golf Golf Tennis – Sr. /Jr. And many more… – Jr./Sr. Basketball - Varsity Ski/Snowboard  Field Hockey - Varsity Soccer - Varsity Soccer – Varsity - Varsity Swimming What do you need to Graduate? Slo-Pitch - Varsity Baseball - Junior Badminton-Jr./Sr Volleyball – Jr./Sr. Baseball - Varsity Track & Field 18 Compulsory Credits Rugby 7s Hockey - Junior Frisbee 12 Elective Credits Flag Football - Varsity Hockey - Varsity Mountain Biking 40 Hours of Community Hockey – Varsity Rugby 7s Table Tennis Involvement Activities Rugby 15s Nordic Skiing OSSLT Cross-country  Rock Climbing