South Williamsport
th
10 Grade
Survival Guide for Parents
and Students
District Website
The district has a website with a wealth of information. From this website you may view your student’s grades
by selecting Power School—Parent Connection under the Site Shortcuts. Once there, enter the User Name
and Password. If you do not have your student’s user name or password, they can be obtained from the high
school office.
If you are looking for teacher information, team information, or other specific information concerning the high
school, choose South Williamsport Jr/Sr. High School from the Site Shortcuts, or see the back section for of this
guide.
http://www.swasd.org
Medications
All students requiring ANY medications during the school day are required (School Policy #210) to take
prescribed or across-the-counter medication to the nurse’s office with a note from the parent or legal
guardian stating:
1. Permission to take the medication.
2. Prescribed dosage.
3. Time of dosage.
4. Length of time necessary to take the medication.
This includes aspirin, Tylenol, vitamins, and allergy medication. Students failing to abide by the regulation
and found having ANY medication or look-alike medication in their possession will be subject to immediate
suspension. Cough drops may be carried by the student as long as they have a note from a parent or legal
guardian.
Important Contact Information
School Office:
South Williamsport Junior/Senior High School: 326-2684
Jesse Smith, Principal (ext. 4450)
[email protected]
Matt Fisher, Assistant Principal
[email protected]
(ext. 4451)
Scott Hill, Athletic Director & Student Activities Director
(ext. 4449)
[email protected]
Nurse’s Office:
Cheryl Schonewolf, Nurse (ext. 4448) [email protected]
Marilyn Huff, Nurse
Guidance Counselor:
Verna Correll (ext. 4447)
[email protected]
10th Grade Team Information
The sophomore year at South Williamsport Junior/Senior High School is a great leap upward in terms
of the core teachers’ academic expectations of their students. In order for each new sophomore class to
adjust to this enhanced academic rigor, it is critical that they approach tenth grade with a clear sense that
graduation is only two years away. The sophomore team demands a high degree of student responsibility and
commitment to academic endeavors, as well as the focus and self-determination necessary to achieve marked
intellectual growth.
The sophomore team has established a standard set of rules and procedures to which all students in core
classes must adhere. We believe that uniformity in the area of conduct will afford all students the best
possible learning environment.
Classroom Behavior:
1. All students must be in their seats and silent at the bell.
2. Backpacks must be placed in the area designated by the instructor.
3. Each student is responsible for bringing textbooks and supplies to class.
4. Students must remain on task during the entire class period; “sidebar” discussions will not be
tolerated.
5. The first and last five minutes of class are the designated times to ask to use the lavatory; students
should not interrupt class to ask to use the facilities unless it is an emergency.
6. Students are expected to show respect to their peers and to their teachers.
7. If you find yourself feeling confused, make an appointment with your teacher for further
explication.
Homework Policy:
1. Homework is due on the day for which it is assigned.
2. Late homework will not be accepted unless the student was absent on the previous day.
3. Homework should be neat and legible.
Flex:
The flex period is designated as a period of time which should be used for studying, retrieving
missed work from one’s teachers, and making up missed quizzes and tests.
Tips for Higher Achievement in the Sophomore Year:
1. Review your notes and readings nightly.
2. Keep an agenda/assignment book.
3. Read all that you can to increase your level of comprehension.
4. Take advantage of the tutoring opportunities available here at school.
5. Always take notes in class and listen attentively.
6. Take responsibility for yourself and your education.
Absences:
1. When a student is absent, it is his or her responsibility to obtain the work he or she missed before
school or during Flex.
2. When a student misses an exam, he or she must make it up on the next day that he is in school.
3. If a student is absent for any part of the school day, he must pick up his work for the following day.
Each teacher can be contacted at the following addresses.
Miss Deljanovan– English – [email protected] Extension 3207
Mr. Lusk – Mathematics – [email protected] Extension 3210
Mr. Zalonis – Science – [email protected] Extension 3222
Mr. Radulski – History – [email protected] Extension 3223
Mrs. Frey– Learning support – [email protected] Extension 3203
Our Team time is from 9:15 to 9:45 every morning. We can be reached at 326-2684 ext 3207.
Mrs. Amy Pregent—Life Skills (ext. 3109)
[email protected]
Elective Program
Elective courses are a valuable opportunity for your student to experience classes that are outside the
required subject matter. These courses allow students to explore programs that pique their interest, appeal
to a vocation or career, or further a topic they are curious about. Below is a list of elective teachers along with
their area of interest within that program. If your interest coincides with theirs, then you may be interested in
taking one of the elective courses they offer.
Art Department
Mrs. Betsy Jones
Ext. 3117
[email protected]
Working with your hands/Developing an appreciation for the arts/Tapping into your hidden artist
Business and Technology Department
Mrs. Jennifer Kimball
Ext. 3217
[email protected]
Mrs. Michelle McGee
Ext. 3228
[email protected]
Mr. Adam Rubert
Ext. 3213
[email protected]
Mr. Mike Steppe
Ext. 3225
[email protected]
Skills to ensure financial well-being/How to start & create your own business/Computer software
applications/Creating signs, brochures, programs, banners, invitations, and cards/Digital photography and
manipulation/Film and video production and editing/Broadcasting/Music Recording/Audio Production
Family and Consumer Science Department
Mrs. Patty Schick
Ext. 3226
[email protected]
Child development/Food preparation/Quilting
Foreign Language Department
Mrs. Celeste Ryan
Ext. 3200
[email protected]
Miss Stephanie Smith
Ext. 3202
[email protected]
Learn a new language and culture—holidays, traditions, folklore, music, cuisine, social issues, word origins
Industrial Arts Department
Mr. Bill Reighard
Ext. 3229
[email protected]
Mr. Mike Steppe
Ext. 3225
[email protected]
Creating with your hands/Using power tools/Creating 3-dimensional models on the computer
Library and English Electives
Mrs. Kelly Shearer
Ext. 4444
[email protected]
Composition, Verbal SAT, Creative Writing
Music Department
Mrs. Jessica Kaledas
Ext. 3113
[email protected]
Mrs. Robyn Rummings
Ext. 3115
[email protected]
Music/Music theory/Playing an instrument/Singing/Read music
Physical Education and Health Department
Miss Sandy Hess
Ext. 3004
[email protected]
Mr. Dan Williamson
Ext. 3005
[email protected]
Healthy competition/Active lifestyle/Life-long fitness/Team sports, strategies, adventure sports
Science Department
Mr. Jim Robbins
Ext. 3218
[email protected]
How things work/Principles that govern our existence