LIFE AFTER LEVINE The Road to High School
PUBLIC SCHOOL PROCESS
Make sure your child knows that public school is a wonderful option. Call the administrative office of your public high school, after winter break in January, to get a hard copy of the school course schedule. It is also available online at your high school’s website. Also, many schools offer complete course schedule books and registration online. Inquire about the registration process, a visit with the counselor and a tour of the school. Be sure to ask what legal documents and health forms are necessary for registration. You may wish to have some of these forms with you at this meeting. You should include in your discussion:
• Registration packet • Course Schedules • Four-Year Plan • Special Programs (honors, yearbook, etc.)
• Electives • Athletics • Band / Choir • Extra-Curricular Activities
• School Clubs and Organizations • College Counseling Resources • School Tour • School Visitation
Schedule meetings during mid-to-late spring with the Counselor, Assistant-Principal and the Principal for the purpose of establishing a connection between the school and your family. If necessary, parents should deliver teacher recommendation forms and resume to Shirley Green. Remember, there is a three-week turn-a-round time after the applications and resume have been received. Students who are applying to special programs such as International Baccalaureate and other public school magnet programs should schedule an interview time with the Head of School, Mr. Tom Elieff. They must contact Judy Glazer for scheduling. This is an essential part of the process. Note: Many schools have spring and summer programs and practices for rising 9th graders in athletics, band, choir, cheerleading, dance team, etc. There may also be special application procedures for programs such as newspaper and yearbook. Please inquire about this and establish communication with the directors / advisors of these programs.
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