Save the Date - Norfolk Public Schools

NORVIEW HIGH
Issue 1
Norview High
August 2015
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IN THIS ISSUE
Principal’s Corner
by Dr. Marjorie Stealey
Building a better school and community one child at a time.
Sweltering heat, threats of hurricanes and back to school shopping are all
things that signal the closing of summer and beginning of fall. I would like to
extend a warm welcome to you to a brand new and exciting school year. It is
important for you to know that you entering one of the best schools in the
state! As a school our teachers and students work hard in order to maintain
full accreditation within the state of Virginia. Norview High takes pride in the
variety of academic pathways to ensure you graduate. Through a variety of
programs, courses and extracurricular activities, Norview has something to
offer for everyone. Norview has a tremendous community but we must work
to become even stronger for our schools. Through active participation and
partnerships we can continue to achieve greatness with our students. We are
proud of everyone and want to continue that hard work into the new school
year.
Norview Goes 21st Century
In the 21st century electronic devices are surrounding
us. In order to better involve the community, students
and school stakeholders Norview has begun using
Social Media.
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Attendance Matters
In order to learn students must attend school regularly.
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First Days of School
Everything you need to know in order to be successful
this school year. Dates, policies and contact
information is made available to you.
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Athletic Spotlight
Save the Date
August 25th
6-7pm
Freshman Orientation—NHS Auditorium
September 8th
7:25-2:05
First Day of School
September 24th
6-8 pm
Open House
September 25th
7:25-12:05
Early Release for Students (Friday)
October 12th
10:30-6:30
NPS Parent/Teacher Conferences
(2-3 pm no conferences
will be held)
October 16th
First Interim Distributed (Friday)
Fall sport highlights. Be sure to catch the Pilots in
action!
Student Support
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The who, what, where of Norview High School at your
fingertips
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Transportation and Parent Contact
Important information about student pickup/drop off as
well as how to update your information
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Norview Goes 21st
Century
Norview High has implemented the
use of social media for the 2015-2016
school year in order to build our
relationship with students, parents
and community members to keep
everyone informed of the great things
happening within the school. In order
to maximize our potential use of
social media specific procedures
have been put in place to ensure the
education of children is put first and
foremost. At times we would like to
share student achievements on our
site. In order to allow your student’s
picture be used, a media release form
will be necessary. Studies have
shown that social media is the
quickest and most effective method to
inform the community of happenings
within the school. For urgent matters
regarding student safety or well-being,
school-based matter after contact with
RULES FOR POSTING
your principal, please call the Office of
School Support and Leadership at (757)
1.
Inappropriate posts will be
removed
2.
A person can be banned from
the site for posting
inappropriate content (rude,
offensive, defamatory, offtopic, obscene or other
content inappropriate for
minors)
3.
Sites are not managed
24/7. Please contact the
school directly for
immediate assistance.
628-3989. Norview High School is
committed to creating a safe,
effective and educational school
climate through the use of social
media.
Facebook: Coming Soon
Twitter: @NorviewHSPilots
please contact your school principal
immediately, do not post to social media.
If you need further assistance with a
Attendance Matters
“We can’t teach them if they aren’t in
the seat.” When students improve their
attendance rates, they improve their
academic prospects and chances for
graduating. If an absence is necessary,
please adhere to the following:
Absenteeism in the first month
of school can predict poor
attendance throughout the
school year. Half the students
who miss 2-4 days in
September go on to miss nearly
a month of school
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Students are allotted 6 absences per
semester.
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Any absence over 6 will result
in automatic failure of the
course.
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Documentation of an absence should be
turned in to the Main Office upon the
students return to school.
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Parents/Guardians should keep a record
of all excused absence notes (doctor,
dental, court, etc).
Students at risk of failing due to
absences must fill out an
attendance appeal sheet which is
found in Academic Affairs. This pertains
to all students even if notes were
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previously turned in.
First Semester Attendance Appeal
Date Deadline: January 15th
Second Semester Attendance
Appeal Date: June 3rd
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HEADING 4
September
What You Need to
Know for a
Successful Year
8th,
2015
Students may arrive to school at 6:50am. The first bell
will sound at 7:10. Students will be directed to their
schedule distribution center based on their last name.
Students must be in their distribution center by 7:25.
School Schedule:
 School Day: 7:25-2:05
 Students should be seated in
their 1st/2nd bell class prior to 7:25
 Breakfast is served daily from
7:00-7:20
 Students are scheduled 30
minutes for lunch
Lockers
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Tardy Students
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All students are required to have a pass from the student
conductor system if they are late to class.
Consequences are given to students who are tardy.
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FAST FACTS
24%
24% of High School students skip breakfast. Eating a
healthy breakfast is associated with improved cognitive
function (especially memory), reduced absenteeism,
and improved mood. (cdc.gov)
14+ Million
Dress Code Policy
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More than 13 million dollars was earned by the class of
2015 in scholarships!
FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Visit http://nps.k12.va.us
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Click on the Parent Link for more information
757-852-4500
All students are eligible to
receive a locker.
Lockers are assigned within the
first 2 weeks of school
Students are not permitted to
share lockers and are responsible
for the content of the locker
assigned.
No lock is needed for academic
lockers
Athletic lockers require a lock.
Locks can be purchased in the
main office for $4
No Clothing that is transparent
or exposes the midriff, navel or
cleavage
No pants, skirts and/or shorts
that sag below the waistline or
must be held in place with hands
No tank tops, halter tops,
garments with spaghetti straps,
tube tops, fishnet tops, strapless
dresses, or other clothing that is
not appropriate because of slits,
rips or holes in garment
Clothing with inappropriate
references will not be permitted
Students violating the dress
code will be given alternative
clothing to wear if different
clothing cannot be brought
from home
Promotion Requirements:
Students will be classified as 9th, 10th,
11th and 12th graders on the basis of
earning the required number of
academic and verified credits
(successful completion of the course
and the SOL) for each grade level.
To be a 10th Grader: Earn at least
5 academic credits and 1 verified
credit by the end of the 9th grade
year.
To be an 11th Grader: Earn at least
10 academic credits which include:
English (2) credits
Math (1) credit
and earn (2) verified credits by the
end of the 10th grade year.
To be a 12th Grader: Earn at least
15 academic credits which include:
English (3) credits
Math (2) credits
and earn (4) verified credits by the
end of the 11th grade year.
Synergy ParentVue--Gradebook
Access
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Synergy ParentVue gives
you access to your students
gradebook.
Allows you to see students
grades, attendance and
directly contact the teacher
via email.
Access to Synergy
ParentVue can be obtained
by speaking to your
students Academic Advisor.
Students—login to Synergy
StudentVue with your same
login and password used for
the school computers!
Art Fees
Students enrolled in Art will be
required to pay a $15 art fee per
semester.
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Fall Athletics
IN ORDER TO PLAY
by Rebecca Moore—Athletic Director
Sweltering heat and two-a-day practices
signal the start of fall sports. Some simple
reminders for parents.
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Athletic buses are provided for athletes.
Times vary during the season, please
see your coach for more details.
 Students who are actively participating
in sports may participate in the dinner
program provided by Norfolk Public
Schools.
VARSITY FOOTBALL
8/13 SCRIM VS ATLEE
8/21 SCRIM VS BISHOP SULLIVAN/SH CO
8/28 VS GREAT BRIDGE
9/4 VS HIGHLAND SPRINGS
9/11 @ CHURCHLAND HS
9/18 @ MAURY HS
9/25 @ LAKE TAYLOR
10/2
10/9 @ BTW
10/16 @ NORCOM
10/23 @ WILSON
10/30 VS GRANBY
11/6 BYE
5PM
5PM
7PM
7PM
7PM
7PM
7PM
7PM
7PM
7PM
7PM
JUNIOR VARSITY FOOTBALL
9/10 VS CHURCHLAND
9/17 VS MAURY
9/24 VS LAKE TAYLOR
10/1 BYE
10/8 VS BTW
10/15 VS NORCOM
10/22 VS WILSON
10/29 @ GRANBY
4PM
4PM
4PM
4PM
4PM
4PM
6PM
9/9 @ BTW
9/14 VS NORCOM
9/16 @ LAKE TAYLOR
9/21 VS WILSON
9/23 VS MAURY
9/28 VS CHURCHLAND
9/30 @ GRANBY
10/8 VS GREEN RUN
10/13 VS PRINCESS ANNE
10/15 @ INDIAN RIVER
10/20 @ HICKORY
10/22 VS KEMPSVILLE
10/27 VS MAURY
10/29 @ SALEM
4/5
4/5
4/5
4/5
4/5
4/5
4/5
4:30
4:30
5:30
5:30
4:30
4:30
4:30
FIELD HOCKEY
8/20 SCRIM VS NANS. SUFFOLK
10:30AM
8/27 SCRIM VS HAMPTON
10:30AM
9/1 @ TALLWOOD VAR ONLY
4:30PM
9/9 VS CHURCHLAND
4PM/5:15
9/11 VS BAYSIDE
4:30PM
9/14 VS BTW
4PM
9/16 VS GRANBY
4/5:15PM
9/23 @ LAKE TAYLOR
4/5:15PM
9/29 VS GREEN RUN
4PM
10/1 VS PRINCESS ANNE
4PM
10/6 @ INDIAN RIVER
5:15PM
10/8 @ HICKORY
5:15PM
10/13 VS KEMPSVILLE @ NTC
4PM
10/15 VS MAURY @ NTC
4PM
10/20 @ SALEM
4PM
GOLF
8/12 ED SCRIMMAGE @ BIDE AWEE
CROSS COUNTRY
9/9 ED MEET @ CLAND
9/16 ED MEET @CLAND
9/22 CONF 9 @ KELLAM
9/23 ED MEET @ CLAND
9/30 CONF 9 @ KELLAM
10/7 CONF 9 @ KELLAM
10/21 CONF 9 TOURN
VOLLEYBALL (GIRLS PLAY FIRST)
8/13 Bayside, Green Run @ Kemps. Greens
4/4:30
4/4:40
4:30/5
4/4:30
4:30/5
4:30/5
4:30/5
Ticket Prices
Varsity Football--$6 (Adults) $2 (Kids)
J.V. Football--$3 (Adults) $1 (Kids)
Conference Events--$7 (Adults) $4 (Kids)
Cheer Competition--$7 (Adults) $2 (Kids)
Athletic Eligibility
In order to be eligible for any VHSL sport ALL
students must be enrolled in a minimum of
five academic courses.
Freshman: All first-time 9th grade students are eligible
to participate in sports. Students wishing to participate
in 2nd semester must pass five classes.
10th-12th Graders: Must pass five classes and have a 2.0
GPA in previous semester.
Athletic Required Paperwork
Students must have a current physical on file with the
Athletic Trainer. Physicals for the 2015-2016 school year
must be dated after May 1, 2015
Concussion video must be watched and paperwork must
be signed by both the athlete and guardian.
8/18 Bayside, Princess Anne @ Red Wing
8/19 ED MATCH @ BIDE A WEE
8/20 Bayside, Salem, @ Stumpy Lake
8/25 Kellam, Salem, @ Red Wing
8/27 Kellam, Ltown, @ Stumpy Lake
9/1 Kville, FC, @ Kemps. Greens
2:30
9/3 Tallwood, Kellam, @ VB National 2:30
9/8 Salem, Landstown, @ Bow Creek 2:30
9/15 Kville, Green Run, @ VB National 2:30
9/17 Landstown, Cox @ Bow Creek 2:30
9/22 First Col., Green Run @ R. Wing 2:30
CHEER
9/26 ED COMP @ NORVIEW
10/21 CONF 1/9 @ TALLWOOD
2PM
6PM
Stay up-to-date
www.Norviewathletics.org
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Student Support
As a parents, you have a vital influence on your children’s educational journey. You
have the power to shape your children’s attitudes and beliefs about the value and
importance of education. As your children grow and learn, they can and should be
able to take a greater role in their own education. Norview High School faculty and
staff knows that as a parent you have questions and deserve answers. Whether
your child just entered high school or is about to graduate and begin their future,
hopefully you will find useful information that makes you a more informed parent
and your student academically successful.
Administrators for Student Support
12th Grader--Dr. Marjorie Stealey [email protected]
12th Grade-- Holly Tuten [email protected]
11TH Grade—Alice Williams [email protected]
10th Grade—Stacie Armstead [email protected]
9th Grade—Abbie Watson [email protected]
Office of Academic Affairs
The office of Academic Affairs plays a major role in your
student’s educational journey. Office hours are 7-2:30.
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Student Enrollment
Schedule Parent/Teacher Conferences
Academic Scheduling/Graduation Requirements
Scholarship Information
Address personal concerns
Tracey Penney—Head Advisor
Jane Ballard
Jayde Bryant
Michelle Whitaker
Walter Thomas
Tiombe Hayes—Academic Affairs Clerical Specialist
Main Office
Answers questions
Makes appointments with Administrators
Provides services for transfers, transcripts and
withdrawal papers
Office Manager: Felicia Howard
Clerical Specialist: Sharon Bonneville
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Conferences will be scheduled
every other Thursday beginning in
October throughout the school
year. Conferences are held in the
commons area beginning promptly
at 2:15 pm. Appointments are to
be made at least 24 hours in
advance.
Call 852-4500 ext. 3015
to schedule an
appointment.
Support Staff
The Main Office is the hub of Norview High School. Office
hours are 7-2:30.
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Clinic
Patricia Powers—School Psychologist
Valerie Sowder—School Social Worker
Pamela Beddow—Attendance
Technician
Kevin Snowden—Probation/School Liaison
Anita Dodson—Child Nutrition Manager
Samantha Ketterman
Mary Carter Scott—Access Advisor
Nurse: Monyetta Austin
 Examines students
who become ill
 Contacts Parents
 Administers
medication
 Hearing/Vision
Screenings
Office of Student Affairs
The office of student affairs
strives to maintain a safe
and secure environment for
students and staff at NHS.
Student Affairs is open daily
from 7-2:30.
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Enforces NPS
attendance policy
Coordinates
transportation
Ensures student
accountability
Student parking pass
distribution
Late Arrival/Early
dismissal pass
distribution
Clerical Specialist: Eileen Gusler
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Transportation Do’s and Don’ts
 An Administrator monitors the bus/parking area daily. If you have
any concerns regarding pickup/drop off of your student please
contact Abbie Watson. [email protected]
 After School buses are provided on Monday and Wednesday. These
buses leave the school promptly at 4pm.
Stopping on Chesapeake Blvd to drop off
your student is ILLEGAL. Cars will be ticketed
by the Norfolk Police Department.
Student and Visitor Parking Lot. Student vehicles must
have the appropriate decal in order to park here. Decals
can be picked up in Student Affairs.
Have you moved? Changed
your phone number?
Please let us know so we
can update your students
file.