welcome arundel high school class of 2024!
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Welcome Arundel High School
Class of 2024!
School LeadershipAdministrationMrs. Gina Davenport, PrincipalMr. George Bell (A-D)Mr. Greg Ryan (E-Hi)Mrs. Stacey Cooper (Ho-Me)Mrs. Karen Kakoda (Mi-Sc)Mrs. Linda Smith (Se-Z, ESOL)
School CounselorsMrs. Julie Cochran (A-C)Ms. Tiffany Spalding (D| AVID | ESOL)Mrs. Karol Muhammad, Department Chairperson (E-Hi)Mr. John Henderson (Ho-Me)Ms. Mollie Bryen (Mi-Sc)Ms. Carly Kuczynski (Se-Z)
Arundel High SchoolThe Wildcat Way
Our Vision: Graduates of Arundel High School will be competitive and productive citizens of the 21st century.
Our Mission: Arundel High School provides individuals with opportunities to gain the knowledge and skills to live their potential.
Arundel High SchoolOur Beliefs
• The productive school environment is safe, nurturing, and collaborative and enriches the entire community.
• A successful academic program addresses the individual needs of all students.
• All students have individual strengths and talents that will connect them to the school and the community.
• All students have opportunities to make choices they will be proud of.
• All students are challenged to their full potential as they become critical thinkers and leaders.
• Diversity is celebrated.• Barriers to success are eliminated as alternatives are explored.• Kindness is extended in every situation.
Graduation RequirementsEnglish: 4 credits English 9
English 10English 11English 12
Social Studies: 3 Credits US HistoryUS GovernmentWorld History
Mathematics: 4 Credits Algebra IGeometry
2 Math ElectivesAlgebra 2 is required for College Completers
Science: 3 Credits 3 Lab Sciences
Graduation RequirementsPhysical
Education/Health: 1.5 Credits
Fitness for LifeHealth Education
Physical Education Elective
Basic Technology: 1 Credits Global Technology ConceptsOr Foundations of Computer ScienceOr AP Computer Science Principles
Fine Arts: 1 Credit Music, Art, Dance, and Theater Arts courses
Citizenship: .5 Credit Global Community Citizenship
Electives: 8.5 Credits Any Elective May Count
26 Credits
Service Learning Requirement• 75 Service Learning Hours needed for graduation• 35 hours are completed in Middle School• Additional volunteer hours can be recorded on
your resume for job applications/college applications
The High School Schedule• School begins at 7:30 a.m. and ends each day at 2:18
p.m.
• Block Scheduling• A Day/B Day• 4 period days• Most 9th grade courses meet every other day, Algebra I
meets daily• Class run approximately 80 minutes long
Sample Class ScheduleA Day B Day
Period 1 Fitness for LifeFoundations of
Studio Art
Period 2Spanish 1 US History
PRIDE | Lunch
Period 3 Algebra 1 Algebra 1
Period 4 Environmental Science Honors English 9
What is PRIDE Period (PP)?PRIDE Period is the hour in the middle of the day when students have an opportunity to select activities to make their day productive and enjoyable. Students are encouraged to use this time for academic support, participate in clubs and have their lunch.
Make A Plan! On B day Mondays students will remain in first period for “Advisory”, where they will make a 2-week PP schedule and review grades.
Where To Go:Teacher's Room | Career Center | Media Center
Computer Lab | Clubs | Tutoring | Testing Center
Sample Pride Period Schedule
PRIDE PERIOD
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
LUNCH LUNCH ENGLISH QUIZ REDO LUNCH
BIOLOGY STUDY
SESSION
MATH SUPPORT SESSION
KEY CLUB LUNCHMEETING
WITH COUNSELOR
LUNCH
CLUBS• Anime Club• Arundel Theatre Improv• Arundel Dance Company• Chess Club • Color Guard • Concert Band• Dissection Club• Debate• Environmental Science Club • FBLA• Gender/Sexuality Alliance (GSA)• French Honor Society• It’s Academic• Key Club• Marching Band• Maryland History Day
HOW TO GET INVOLVED? Math Club MESA Muslim Student
Association Model UN National Honor Society Newspaper Photography Club Robotics Club Spanish Honor Society Stage Band Stage Crew Student 2 Student Student Government
(SGA) Technology Club Ultimate Frisbee Yearbook
Keys to Success in 9th Grade (for students)
• Be prepared to study/do homework, 1-2 hours each night
• Use and maintain your agenda book• Keep your binder organized• Ask for help and participate in class• Make a PRIDE Period Schedule and stick to it!• Find a study buddy• Get involved in school and community activities• Always show Wildcat PRIDE!
What do School Counselors do?• Academic Advising
• Graduation Requirements• Advice for future planning• Schedules
• Personal/Social• Mental Health• Peer conflicts• Coordination with outside resources
• Post-Secondary Planning• College and Career Readiness• College applications
We are your go-to people! If we don’t know the answer, we will help you find it!
Things to know• Student schedule changes- Must go through
administration. Forms will be available during LUNCH in the cafeteria from an administrator.
Changes are limited due to class size
• Bus schedules- try to get to your stop 5 min early• AACPS.org
• Parent Connect- register to check your students grades
• AACPS.org
• Lunch AccountAdd $ for students through AACPS.org
First day for 9th graders
Click the Welcome Back Students Link for your students 1A class. Students will be assisted to get to their 1A location upon arrival.
If your student does not know their ID number, staff members will have lists with names with 1A location to assist
Bus Route and Line up map is also available on Arundelhigh.org
• Students will get a tour on the first day of school
• Pep Rally and Ice cream to celebrate!
Follow Us on: IG and Twitter
Questions?www.arundelhigh.org
Counselor Name Alpha Caseload Email
Mrs. Cochran A-C [email protected]
Ms. Spalding D, AVID & ESOL [email protected]
Mrs. Muhammad E-Hi [email protected]
Mr. Henderson Ho-Me [email protected]
Ms. Bryen Mi-Sc [email protected]
Mrs. Kuczynski Se-Z [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions 1. When will I receive my schedule?
Your schedule will be given to your child on the first day of school.
2. Will I receive a locker?
We have lockers available if you would like one. You are allowed to carry your book bag with you and all of your belongings from class to class although we do have lockers if you want one. You will need to see Ms. Collins in the main office for one.
3. What if I want to play a sport? Who do I contact?
Arundel Athletics (tryout information, teams, coaches...etc) arundelathletics.com
4. Can I view my students grades online? Yes, once the student is enrolled and has a Student Identification Number, you can sign up for Parent Portal here: https://www.aacps.org/Page/1325
5. Is there a school dress policy? No, students can wear what they want as long as it is appropriate.
6. Do I have to take gym every year? No, every student has to take one semester of Fitness for Life and one PE elective in high school. You will have to purchase a gym uniform (10 dollars for shirt, 10 dollars for the shorts) and you can do so the first week of school. A full list of graduation requirements are in the program of study. https://www.aacps.org/cms/lib/MD02215556/Centricity/Domain/258/2020-21%20HS%20Program%20of%20Study%20Final%2012.13.pdf
7. Do I have the same classes everyday? No. We are a block A/B schedule. You will have 4 classes each day. The A/B schedule can be found on aacps.org.
8. How will I know what bus to ride? A few weeks before the school year, a bus list will come out in local papers and will be posted on the county website as well as Arundelhigh.org.
9. If my student has a car, can they drive to school?
Parking is for seniors only. If your student is a senior, please contact Linda Smith, the administrator over parking.
10. Where will I find the school supply list? We recommend you just get general supplies for the first day of school until you get your schedule. Some courses require items individual to their subject and you will find that out when you receive your syllabus in each class you have. If you need help with purchasing school supplies, please email your school counselor.
11. What if my child has a 504 plan or IEP? Who is the POC for those? Please see quick links resources….all important contact information is there.
12. How do I know if I qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Fill out the application online. http://aacpsschools.org/nutrition/apply-for-free-or-reduced-price-meals/
Even if your child doesn’t like to eat school lunch but you think you will qualify, fill this out anyway as there are other benefits such as SAT fee waivers, college application fee waivers and so on.
Quick List of WILDCAT contact information
Attendance Secretary Ms. Lorie Abel-Watson [email protected] Absence notes IEP Facilitator Ms. Emily Reinik [email protected] Special Education 504 Facilitator Ms. Robin Kick [email protected] 504 plans Business Manager Ms. Deborah Stickney [email protected] Lockers School Psychologist Ms. Rebecca Schrader [email protected] Student Services Class of 2024 Sponsor TBD TBD Graduation/PROM/fundraisers School Nurse Ms. Kelly Snyder [email protected] Student Health Registrar Ms. Shafeqah
Mordecai [email protected] Enrollments/Transfers
Administrative Secretary
Ms. Vikki Collins [email protected] Parent Connect Accounts
Bilingual-Community Facilitator
Ms. Zaylimar Bocanegra [email protected] Assistance with interpreter
School Counseling Secretary
Ms. Tracey Sponsler [email protected] Counseling information
Athletic Director Mr. Ryan Woods [email protected] Arundel Athletics
Principal Mrs. Gina Davenport [email protected]
Student Last Names Assistant Principal Counselor
A – C Mr. George Bell [email protected]
Mrs. Julie Cochran [email protected]
D, ESOL, AVID D- Mr. George Bell [email protected] ESOL- Ms. Linda Smith [email protected] AVID admin by alpha
Ms. Tiffany Spalding [email protected]
E-Hi Mr. Gregory Ryan [email protected]
Mrs. Karol Muhammad [email protected]
Ho-Me Mrs. Stacy Cooper [email protected]
Mr. John Henderson [email protected]
Mi-Sc Mrs. Karen Kakoda [email protected]
Ms. Mollie Bryen [email protected]
Se - Z Mrs. Linda Smith [email protected]
Mrs. Carly Kuczynski [email protected]
Quick Links Arundel High School Website arundelhigh.org
Arundel Athletics (tryout information, teams, coaches...etc) arundelathletics.com
Anne Arundel County Public Schools www.aacps.org
• Parent Connect Access student grades/set up
account https://www.aacps.org/Page/1325
• Lunch Information Add money on account or Apply for Free and Reduced Lunch http://aacpsschools.org/nutrition/
Work Permit- Form is online. School is not involved with the process
https://www.dllr.state.md.us/ChildWorkPermit/web/content/Home.aspx
MVA Forms- In order for a student to receive their drivers permit, you must complete this form and bring it to the MVA for proof of attendance. The school does NOT have to sign or seal.
https://mva.maryland.gov/Documents/DL-300A.pdf