Kirkwood High School2020-2021

Portrait of a PioneerPioneers value the importance of community

and have confidence in their ability to contribute to a global society. Pioneers value diversity, pursue excellence with honesty and integrity, and possess the skills necessary to develop personal passions and find meaning

in life-long learning."Every Student, Every Day!"

Class of 2025 – KHS Welcome and Information Night

“2GETHER AS 1”Welcome Back video

Class of 2025”Creating Your Portraits”

Class of 2025”Creating Your Portraits”

KHS Class of 2025 Team

● Jessica Vehlewald, 2025 Class PrincipalPhone: 314-213-6115Email: jessica.vehlewald@kirkwoodschools.org

● Paula Martin, 2025 Administrative AssistantPhone: 314-213-6110 X1309Email: paula.martin@kirkwoodschools.org

● Rachel Cosic, 2025 Class Counselor Phone: 314-213-6110 X1044Email: rachel.cosic@kirkwoodschools.org

● Joshua Jaworowski – College & Career Counselor (A-K) X1041 Joshua.jaworowski@kirkwoodschools.org

● Abby Peterson – College & Career Counselor (L-Z) X1043 abby.Peterson@kirkwoodschools.org

Additional Members of the Team

• Dr. Mike Havener - KHS Principal x 1301michael.havener@kirkwoodschools.orgfollow twitter @mike_havener

• Romona Miller – Asst. Principal of Alternative Learning X1307romona.miller@kirkwoodschools.org

● Colleen Card - SSD Coordinator x 1422 colleen.card@kirkwoodschools.org

• Cindy Coronado - Gifted Educationx 1500 cindy.coronado@kirkwoodschools.org

• Officer Don Douglas - KHS SRO - x 1192donald.douglas@kirkwoodschools.org

Expectations for theKHS Class of 2025 Team

We….

● Value students’ academic and personal accomplishments

● Collaborate with Students, Parents, and KHS Staff.

● Listen/Support/Are Accessible

● Maintain High Standards

● Are Passionate, Committed, Positive

● Are Excited and Already Preparing

2025 Wellness SupportTeam Members

● Rachel Cosic – 2025 Grade Level Counselor X1044 Rachel.cosic@kirkwoodschools.org

● Sara Gibbs – Educational Support Counselor X1050 sara.gibbs@kirkwoodschools.org

● Kim Grega – KHS Social Worker X1178 kim.grega@kirkwoodschools.org

● Roxanna CazerTraylor – Alternative Learning Counselor X1291 Roxanna.Cazertraylor@kirkwoodschools.org

● Kelly Nevins – Alternative Learning Advisor X1875 Kelly.nevins@kirkwoodschools.org

Pioneer Learning PathsCollege, Career, and Civic Life

Your academic performance matters from DAY 1 of Freshman Year until the day you graduate!

GRADES = CREDITS = GRADUATION = OPPORTUNITIES

Pioneer Learning PathsCollege, Career, and Civic Life

Learning Pathwayshttps://www.kirkwoodschools.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=5651

Learning Pathways

• KHS Courses• Pioneer Pathways (Innovation

Center & Discovery Center)• Launch/Online Learning• South Tech• CAPS

Academic Supports

● Pride Center● Academic Support/Study Block/Study Focus● Academic Homeroom● Teacher Office Hours● Library Student Services: NHS/Peer Tutors

https://www.kirkwoodschools.org/Page/9458● District Tutors: List in grade level office● Academic Learning Pods: (by invitation and as

deemed necessary/meet M-TH after dismissal)

Specialized Instruction and Supports

• Specialized Instruction, services, and supports at KHS-More than 300 students with IEPs and/or 504 Plans-Wide range of special education services and supports for students with IEPs

*Service delivery- from alternative learning curriculum to resource and itinerant*Accommodations and modifications- to level or change the playing field for students*Case managers vs. service providers- case managers loop for sake of continuity

Transition plan/IEP- guides team to focus on post-secondary outcomes• 8th-9th grade transition planning

Gen ed/Special ed collaboration- committed to support smooth transition• Looking forward to partnership

colleen.card@kirkwoodschools.org314.213.6100 x 1422

Athletics & Activities - MSHSAA

● ALL incoming freshman enter KHS academically eligible to participate in Athletics

● MSHSAA Eligibility - Students must be currently enrolled in 3.0 credits and have passed at least 3.0 credits in the prior semester. Summer (ESY) students can take 1.0 credits towards eligibility.

● Physicals are needed to participate in all athletic programs (A communication about requirements and paperwork needed will be sent in late-spring)

● Corey Nesslage - Athletic Director x 1311● Brad Sutterer - Asst. Athletic/Activities Director. x 1492

Over 50 Clubs, Activities, and Organizations

•KHS offers an amazing range of clubs and activities for all students with all types of interests•Over 600 KHS students participate in clubs and activities•Major Activities/Courses include: Band, Orchestra, CALL, Pioneer, KHTV, Drama, Choir and many more…•KHS Activities Fair/Pep Rally (Late-August/Early-September 2021)

The Transition Process

● Conferencing between Middle School teachers/counselors/nurses/specialists and their partners at KHS occur throughout the spring. It has already begun!

● Parents can ask questions and talk to middle school teachers about anything (schedule, timing of events, class recommendations, etc.) in the coming months. (Spring conferences)

● Middle School Teachers/Administrators will make initial recommendations for students’ schedules based on their academic data. Parents will be notified about what recommendations will be made for some classes. (IEP services, Math, Science, Lit & Comp, etc.)

Link Crew

KHS Junior and Senior leaders go through a training program to welcome, mentor, and assist freshman with the transition process to High School.

KHS plays as ONE….WE find the way!

IMPORTANT Dates for Class of 2025

• January 14, 2021: Rising Freshman Scheduling Video pushed out to families and students

• January 19, 2021: Rising Freshman Webinar about registering for 9th grade classes (brief overview and Q&A)

• January 26, 2021: Final Day to complete online course registration for 9th grade classes

• June/July 2021: Athletic Camps (more information coming)• July 31-August 8, 2021: Athletic “OFF” Week• August 9, 2021: Athletics Tryouts/Practices Begin• Mid-August 2021: Freshman Day/Orientation, Laptop Pick-Up• August 24, 2021: First Day of School for Students• Late-August/Early-September 2021: Activities Fair/Pep Rally

Family ResourcesIDEAS FOR TEENS◦ Explaining COVID to teenshttps://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/johns-hopkins-childrens-center/patients-and-

families/_documents/covid-19-resources-for-families/covid19-teen-info-sheet.pdf◦ Ideas to Combat Isolationhttps://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/johns-hopkins-childrens-center/patients-and-

families/_documents/covid-19-resources-for-families/resources-combat-loneliness-boredom.pdf◦ Warning signs to look forhttps://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/teen/Pages/Mental-Health-and-Teens-Watch-for-Danger-Signs.aspx

Mental Health Resources In the Area◦ Therapy and/or psychiatry resources through Children’s County Service Fundhttps://www.stlouisco.com/portals/8/docs/document%20library/Children%20Service%20Fund/COVID-19%20News/4-21-20%20Telehealth%20Flyer.pdf◦ Affordable Therapy at UMSL/Counseling for individuals, couples or families of all ages. In-person or telehealth available. Call: 314-516-4613 or email: csac@umsl.edu

Family Resources

PARENT SUPPORT◦ Local Supports: https://united4children.org/covid-19/◦ Guide to Self-care: https://childmind.org/article/self-care-in-the-time-of-coronavirus/IMPORTANT: if you are not taking care of YOU, you will not be able to adequately take care of your child!

Remote learning:◦ Strategies: https://childmind.org/remote-learning-resources-for-families/◦ Resource list: https://childmind.org/guide/family-resources-for-remote-learning/◦ NAMI Webinar for Parents: https://www.namistl.org/event-registration/?ee=5880

Kirkwood High SchoolClass of 2025

2025 KHS Learning Journey to be continued….