Class of 2030

8^th Grade Information Night

Stevens High School

Home of the Raiders

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Welcome to Stevens High School

8^th Grade Information Night

• Course Selection Process
• Graduation Requirements
• Transition to Stevens High School
• Department Showcase

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Staff

• Principal – Jocelyn Hafner
• Assistant Principals
• Krista Inman(A-G)
• Tyler Rachetto (H-N)
• Julie Thompson (O-Z)
• Nick Karn (Activities Director)
• School Counselors
• Anah Widener (B-C & V-Z)
• Blake Addison (D-J)
• Tracy Freidel (A, K-N)
• Sonja Gab (O-U)
• Pathway Coordinator – Matt James
• Registrar – Jamiee Exner (394-4025)

Course Selection Process

• Review SHS course selection video in middle school class (February 17)
• Complete course selection sheet with parents/guardians
• Turn-in sheet to designated teacher by February 26
• Southwest Enrichment Teacher, West 7^th Period Teacher
• Stevens High School counselors assist with course selection and Skyward entry at middle school

(SW – March 2, 3; West – March 2, 3)

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High School Course Guidebook

• Located at rcas.org
• Click on the Students tab 
• Click High School Course Selection

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Graduation Requirements ��Listed in the course guidebook��All classes are .5 credit and will be permanently documented on the transcript at the conclusion of each semester

RCAS Graduation Requirements

Course Selection Sheet

West- Turn in completed sheet to your 7^th period teacher no later than February 26

Southwest-Turn in completed sheet to your Enrichment teacher no later than February 26

Course Selection

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• Consider the following:
• Academic strengths and weaknesses
• Activity involvement in and out of school
• Community involvement/family commitments

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Course Selection

Enrollment Requirements for Grades 9-11

• All students in grades 9, 10, and 11 required to enroll in a minimum of 6 courses per semester
• Our goal is to ensure you are set up for success

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Freshman Course Recommendations

• Highly recommended that freshmen enroll in no more than six courses per semester
• This approach will keep you on track for graduation while providing a smooth and manageable transition to high school

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Staffing based on course selection

• No changes made after March 3

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Class Cancellations

• Low Enrollment
• Registration Exceeds Class Capacity
• Program Cuts

RCAS Pathways

(3.5 credits required)

Your RCAS Pathways requirements will be met through __________ and your pathway courses.

RCAS Pathways

(3.5 credits required)

Commonly Asked Questions

Learning Management System

• Canvas
• Parent Observer
• See what your student sees, including assignments, quizzes, grades, discussions profile, and announcements
• Message your student and their teacher

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Video Guide

Parent Observers in Canvas

Step 2: Create an Account

Step 1: Go to RCAS Canvas Login Page

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Step 3: Get pairing code from your student

Resources

• Contact teacher
• Contact assistant principal assigned to student
• Contact principal

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Resources

• Lifeways
• Michelle Teeslink
• Liaisons
• Thad Schmit
• Josh Kunde

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Transition Components

• August 2026
• 9^th Grade Orientation
• ID Picture
• Laptop
• Locker
• Schedule
• Tour
• Open House

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Exact dates and times provided in August mailing

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What Can You Expect?

• Student ID
• Closed Campus/Closed Lunch
• Eligibility
• High School Community

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Tips for Success

• Good attendance
• Get organized
• Maintain regular sleep patterns
• Take responsibility for mental and physical health
• Teens who have healthy diets, engage in regular exercise, and establish boundaries around screen time are half as likely to have depression and anxiety.

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Cell Phone Policy and Support for a Positive Learning Environment

Cell Phone Highlights:

Classroom Expectations: Upon entering any classroom, students are required to power off their cell phones, place them on airplane mode, silent, or do not disturb and store them in a designated area assigned by the teacher (e.g., a cell phone caddy or specific bin).

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Misuse, such as harassment or academic dishonesty, will result in disciplinary action per the RCAS Discipline Matrix on the Student Handbook section of RCAS.org

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How You Can Support

1. Review the Guidelines: Familiarize yourself with the policy on our website.
2. Discuss with Your Child: Talk about staying focused and avoiding distractions.
3. Encourage Responsible Use: Promote phone use only during appropriate times and avoid contacting students during class.

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Together, we can create a focused and productive learning environment. Thank you for your partnership!

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The Anxious Generation By Johnathan Haidt

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Jonathan Haidt examines the alarming rise in depression and anxiety and attributes

the crisis to use of smart phones. These factors contribute to increased anxiety and

mental health challenges.

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1. Social Deprivation: Reduced face-to-face interactions leading to weakened social skills and

connections.

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2. Sleep Deprivation: Disrupted sleep patterns due to late-night device use and exposure to screen

light.

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3. Attention Fragmentation: Decreased ability to focus, resulting from constant notifications and

multitasking.

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4. Addiction: Compulsive device usage driven by the design of apps and platforms to capture attention.

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Activities

https://rapidcassd.sites.thrillshare.com/o/raideractivities

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Welcome to the Raider Community!

Department Showcase

• Staff available in the Link hallway (teachers) and Commons (coaches/advisors)
• Advancement Placement course information on benefits and challenges (remain in theater)
• Exit theater on top floor to Link
• Pizza available in Commons (kitchen lunch line)

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