Ninth Grade Success Hook Up Academy
The Ninth Grade Academy is a concept that developed High School (BTW) an
expansion of the Ninth Grade Success Hook-up infusion program. It was designed
to nurture ninth grade students with a proactive program specific to their
needs.
Our vision, is to establish an educational environment in which all ninth
grade students can experience academic and social success as the transition
into the high school setting. Our expectation is that each student will obtain
a high school diploma and the knowledge and experience to succeed in post
high school endeavors. Our major aim is to provide an extensive acclimation
to high school in general and BTW High School in particular.
The Ninth Grade Success Hookup Academy will:
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Provide a smooth transition from the middle school setting to the high
school setting
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Promote self esteem and pride in academic success via an emphasis on
high standards
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Provide guidance in developing appropriate study habits/skills
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Provide class and school pride through special activities and opportunities
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Establish a solid relationship and communication between parents and
students
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Provide a support staff for expeditious response time to student needs/concern
(Counselor/Social Worker/ Attendance Aide/Coordinator)
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Provide special training for teachers in preparation for meeting the
needs of incoming ninth grade students
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Provide initial and ongoing guidance for student academic Stability
in following selected programs of study
Key components of the Ninth Grade Success Hook-up Academy will include the
following:
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School History
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School Pride & Spirit
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Placement/Assessment Data
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Study/Organizational Skills
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Guidance (Student/Parents)
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Parental Involvement
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Extracurricular Engagement
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Appropriate Decorum and Social Etiquette
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Service Learning
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Social Services Program Dedicated to the Ninth Grade School
Booker T. Washington High School, 45 White House Dr. SW,
Atlanta, Georgia 30314, (404) 752-0728