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Parent Peer Groups - 9th Grade (2003-2004) |
MINUTES FROM 2003-2004 9TH GRADE PEER MEETINGSJanuary 9, 2004 8:00-10:00am
in attendance: 41
parents Dian Carter, assistant principal, BCC High School (dian_carter@fc.mcps.k12.md.us)
Topics Discussed
exam schedules were handed out
-students don’t have to
come if they don’t have an exam that day -be sure you know when
your child is having exams! -exams account for 25 %
of their grade (check handbook)* -although exams may be
given in other subjects also, only Geometry, Algebra I, English
9, & Biology (and NSL for 10th graders) are standardized
county exams -students are well-versed
in “the formulas” for their grades -buses will depart at regularly
scheduled time
attendance
-new attendance
secretary is Ms. Joan Black -parents must
call & write
a note w/in 3 days for an excused absence -3 unexcused tardies = 1 unexcused absence (count
reset each semester) -be sure students are getting to 5th period
promptly after lunch! amount of homework will be increasing
with the next semester for 9th graders be sure to check the homework board & blackboard
for assignments not all teachers use this resource although it is
highly encouraged; time management skills critical to juggle increased homework load
with demands of extra-curricular activities
switching teachers for 2nd
semester has advantages
and disadvantages - January 27th @ staff in service day, teachers will be
reviewing new students files to better understand each students
needs advantages: chance for a new teacher; more closely
models college disadvantages: can be disruptive;
difficult for parents to meet 2nd semester new teachers;
difficult for teachers to get to know new students - very few one-semester courses are offered other
than Health & SAT Prep some students opt to take these over the summer (most
courses have A & B sections for continuing, sequential study)
Note: summer school Health class will be offered June
23-July 8 from 8:00-12:30.
PSAT scores will be given to students, 1st week of
the 2nd semester Math & English teachers & counselors will
review results with students during class time
registration for next year starts soon detailed course bulletins will be out soon counselors will advise students on choices & different
tracks parents must
sign registrations & students must return them promptly to
ensure chances of obtaining classes of their choice
lockers are not being used by many 9th grade students considered “dorky”, “too small for coats”, “no time”,
“not near classes” students whose lockers don’t work or are not near
their classes should see Ms. Carter or Mr. Joyner for a new locker
assignment
lost items can be picked up at the security office encourage students to never leave items unattended
or unlocked even in the gym locker rooms
electronic devices are not allowed to be used on school property during
school hours. This includes
walkmans and cell phones
dress code does not formally exist at BCC at this time students love this freedom, but if clothes (or lack
of) are distracting to other students or faculty, staff will ask students to cover up or change guide your student in what is appropriate to wear
to school. be aware of habits such as changing clothes after
they leave the house suggestion: no skin
showing, no profanity on t-shirts
cafeteria is packed during colder weather students are allowed to each lunches at club meetings
and in other parts of the school; discussions included a ‘lunch wagon’ to be located
just off school property or asking local restaurant to prepare
healthful bag lunches for students; BCC is hesistant to have 2 lunch periods due to interference
with club meetings
enrollment is currently 1616 and has already grown to 2008-2009
projections in the year 2004
sport team transportation to nearby practice fields has been a problem; parents, coaches & students are currently shuttling
atheletes back & forth. Nancy Zeller (sports booster), Mr. Blade (transportation),
& Diane Carter (asst principal) are working on a solution
to include Barwood taxis, vans or ride-on buses. County school buses are easier to obtain on weekends.
Encourage the coaches to use them.
integration of cultures at BCC teams show greatest comraderie between cultures lunch room shows segregation of cultural groups; but
no outward tensions between different groups has been observed;
illustrates progress has been made Human Relations club is trying to encourage mixing with their new slogan:
“Don’t hate, marinate!”
vandalism in bathrooms is a serious
& costly concern at BCC incidences of intentional damage to sink pipes in
the boys bathrooms on all 3 floors has resulted in costly water
damage & repairs entrances to the bathrooms are being monitored by
camera vandals will be prosecuted
to the full extent of the law & suspension in accordance with
the MCPS handbook guidelines will be enacted; vandals will pay for all damages if you or your student has information—contact Dian
Carter!
in summary,
9th grade transition to BCC very positive. Students’ opinion that “teachers and adminstrators
listen.” students uniformly enjoy and appreciate the increased
freedom yet understand increased responsibilities. these are good kids!
next meetings of the 9th grade peer parent
group: March 10 @
7:30-9:30pm in the cafeteria and May 5
@ 7:30-9:30pm in the cafeteria
a big thanks to Dian Carter,
assistant principal, for taking the time to address all of our
questions & concerns!!!
provided by your 9th grade peer parent group committee members:
Amanda Manaheim babhr@aol.com Phyllis Kass phykass@yahoo.com Peggy Schwartz nbtmdps@erols.com Karen Seibert karen@seibertgroup.com Mimi Tygier tygier@comcast.net Nedra Weinstein nedra@ardenconsults.com
for ideas/topics/speakers
for further meetings—please contact your committee members via
the above e-mails of via the bcc net.
*BCC handbook can be purchased in the office for 6$.
all students have received a free copy.
7:30-9:30
pm Recorded
by: Karen Seibert
In
attendance: 54 parents
including members of the 9th grade Peer Parent Committee and our
panel of 3 speakers.
Amye Fried
Amye Fried is a licensed clinical social worker who is a
part-time Counselor at Edmund Burke School, a member of the clinical
faculty at George Washington University's Psy.D. program, and
a private practicioner in Bethesda.
She provides individual, group and family therapy to children
(ages 4+), adolescents and young adults, is a clinical supervisor,
serves as an educational advocate for students with emotional
and learning challenges, and provides parents guidance and consultation.
She will receive her Ph.D in clinical social work in May
of 2005 and is in the process of completing a dissertation on
the topic of secrecy in adolescence. Amye has served as the keynote speaker at private and public schools,
hospitals, and colleges on topics including eating disorders,
exercise abuse, childhood trauma, and adolescent social dynamics. In June of 2004, she will be presenting her
most recent publication entitled "The Cost of Autonomy for
Adolescents: Shame, Secrecy, and Dangerous Risks" at the
International Conference for Advancement of Private Practice.
Ms.
Fried discussed:
ｷ teens'
poor conflict management skills
ｷ teens'
feelings of "losing the parent on a pedestal;” teens are
frustrated at the realization that parents are human and can't
read their minds or know their needs instinctively
ｷ encourage
teens to focus on what they DO have control of, not what they
don't have control of.
ｷ teens
have to be convinced that they are not islands; they DO need other
people and their parents
ｷ being
defiant isn’t the same as being independent or self autonomous;
it is only a reactive action
Rebecca Kullback
Rebecca Kullback is a licensed clinical social worker in
private practice with Amye Fried in Bethesda, Maryland. She works with adolescents and adults individually,
in families, and in groups. She
was formerly the Upper School Counselor at the Sidwell Friends
School, and has been working with the independent schools for
several years providing guidance and consultation to administrators,
faculties, parents, and students.
She speaks regularly to different groups regarding adolescent
development, adolescent mental health, transition to college,
and bullying\ relational aggression.
Ms.
Kullback discussed:
ｷ Parents
wait to bring teens in for counseling once they are depressed,
anxious or have eating disorders. This is TOO late.
ｷ Look
for smaller changes in your teen that indicate unrest:
o is their room suddenly disorganized
o have they changed their usual activities
or friends?
o is they more reclusive?
ｷ Talk
about drugs and sex without accusing them, ask for their opinions
O What do you think about legalizing marijuana?
Be
aware of the other social world- the internet world. Limit this access, keep it in a public area, and do not let it dominate
their free time
Teens
are used to immediacy which brings gratification and leads to
feelings of entitlement- we need to provide limits, connections
and give teens accountability
ｷ saying
"no" is OK. You
are the parent, they are the child.
ｷ checking out a party when you drop off your teen.
meeting the parents is a necessity, and your responsibility,
not an option
ｷ know
your teen’s friends; make a point to meet their parents
Andrea Leiman
Andrea Leiman, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist in Maryland
and the District of Columbia.
She received her doctoral degree in clinical psychology
in 1977 from The George Washington University and has extensive
experience working with children and families in the metropolitan
Washington area, including working in the Fairfax County Public
Schools. In addition to
providing diagnostic psychological testing, Dr. Leiman’s practice
covers a broad spectrum of psychotherapeutic modalities. She offers individual therapy for children,
adolescents, adults and couples, as well as consultation to parent
groups, organizations and school staffs on issues of child development.
Dr. Leiman is an adjunct professor at the University of Maryland,
College Park and Argosy University of Washington.
Dr.
Leiman discussed:
ｷ encourage
teens to know they will always be a part of the family-leaving
for college/jobs isn't the end of being your son or daughter. You are going to always be in their life
ｷ stay
connected, stay interested, and compliment the good actions and
behavior. You may not like the bad behavior, but you'll
always love them!
Write
up contracts with your children for expectations for things like
driving, prom night, parties, etc.
Come
up with positive alternatives to senior beach week. Other schools have done a week of Habitat for Humanity, or a Lewis
and Clark hike
Privileges
and privacy are independently earned when teens show honesty,
maturity and respect-it is not age dependent.
Recommended
Read: Deborah Rothman's
Sex and Sensibility
We
extend a BIG THANK YOU to Ms. Amye Fried, Mr. Rebecca Kulback
and Dr. Andrea Leiman for providing us such great guidance and
insight at this meeting!
*************************************************
Additionally,
Amye Fried, one of our panelists, in response to questions regarding
teenagers misuse of free time and the isolation resulting from
too much computer gaming and Internet usage briefly discussed
the connection Between teen depression and lack of physical activity. Her
research strongly supports the idea that the mind and body are
one in the same and need to be treated as such.
As a result, Amye has developed a new program targeted
to adolescent girls, WELCOME TO TEEN CONDITIONING.
(While
Amye did not announce this during our forum, I wanted to share
the following information with you all.)
What:
Welcome to Teen Conditioning!
Across the course of 10 weeks, you as an individual and
as a member of a larger group (4-8 teens) will identify goals,
learn the necessary steps to accomplish them, and begin the process
of strengthening your body and mind. The fundamental philosophy that will guide
your success is the fact that physical strength is a tool that
offers a young woman the power and confidence to take control
of a small but important part of her life.
So get set to sweat, work hard and laugh as we learn and
grow together to reach new heights.
Where:
Precision Health and Fitness is located at 6500 Rock Spring Drive,
Bethesda, MD 20854.
When: The group will meet each Monday evening from
7:30pm-8:30pm beginning on March 1
Next
meeting for the 9th Grade Peer Parent Group: May
5th, 7:30-9:30pm in the Cafeteria.
Post
your suggestions on the bcc net, or contact one of the Parent
Peer Committee Members:
Amanda
Manheim Phyllis
Kass Peggy
Schwartz Karen
Seibert Mimi
Tygier David
Schardt
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