Freshman Year
Preparing for the Future
Fall Semester
- Attend Freshman Orientation (usually held the week before school starts).
- Find out where your classes and campus resources are (student store, library, health office, counselor office, etc.).
- Review your class schedule to ensure there are no mistakes.
- Meet new friends and surround yourself with positive people.
- Get involved! Attend Club Rush in September and join a club.
- Find out when various sports seasons are offered.
- Get ready for final exams in December.
Spring Semester
- Keep your grades up! Freshman grades count and set the tone for your high school career.
- Prepare to pick your classes for next year after winter break in January.
- Research classes: Talk to friends, sophomores, teachers, and counselors about future courses.
- Spring finals are in June—make sure to study, study, study!
- Plan for your summer: Consider working, volunteering, or reading at least two books.
"Teen Talk" Education During 9th Grade by Health Connected
Each year, 9th grade students receive a two-week Teen Talk course as part of their Physical Education curriculum.
This course is conducted by Health Connected* and includes comprehensive sexuality education, including: lessons on anatomy; sexual identity; relationships; birth control; STIs; consent; and sexual safety. To learn more about the curriculum, please visit their website at:
*Health Connected is a third-party provider.
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